What we can learn from Jeremy Lin’s sudden rise to leadership

Over at Leadership Journal, Robb Ryerse has written about the phenomenon surrounding the improbable rise of New York Knicks point guard Jeremy Lin, and what leaders can learn about “riding

Is ‘IT’ in You? Do you have this difference-maker?

What is IT? I’m talking about the difference-maker that sets you apart from mediocrity, mundane, and failure. “IT” was in Joshua and Caleb when the rest of the generation was

Cool Runnings: Leadership Lessons, Dreams, and Adversity

This past weekend, the fam pulled out the old DVD, Cool Runnings. My children and I love this classic wintry adventure of the original Jamaican bobsled team. Here are some

Karate Kid Musings: It’s Resilient People Who Change the World

My son was taking Taekwondo when the remake of Karate Kid came out, so needless to say, we had to see it. In China, where the movie was filmed, it

Like Frodo, your story is worth telling… and darn well worth fighting for!

Remember what stories are worth telling… Frodo and Sam are in Osgiliath. It’s under evil attack. Frodo is becoming entranced by the power of the Ring and he appears incoherent

Want to give up? You’re in the company of world changers!

One of the greatest lessons we can learn from Joseph's life is that there will always be more opportunities to quit than there are opportunities to conquer. Our dreams

A DREAM or VISION which costs nothing and demands nothing is worth nothing

A DREAM or VISION which costs nothing and demands nothing is worth nothing. Leaders, if we’re going to realize our dreams and materialize our vision, we’re going to have to

Let the enemy hear you say, “I have not yet begun to fight.”

On 14 August, 1779, American naval Captain John Paul Jones sailed from Brest, France, in charge of a squadron of four vessels. The French gave him an old ship,

George Washington Leadership Moment: dare to believe, seize the day, risk boldly

The first things that come to mind with George Washington’s name are his commanding presidency, great leadership skills, and irresistible courage. We don’t think too often that at one time

Would You Risk Your Reputation To Build God’s Dream In Your Heart?

In a recent post, Matthew Gillogly asks a riveting question: Would You Risk Your Reputation To Build Gods Dream In Your Heart?