Archive January 2010

Leading Clever People

Leading Clever People

Stop trying to tame your smartest, most creative leaders.

January 28, 2010

The Harvard Business IdeaCast some weeks ago took up an interesting topic, it was a conversation on how to lead clever people. By “clever people” they didn’t mean intellectually elite, but rather creative individuals who can add a great deal of value to an organization, yet they cannot be tamed (told what to do). Gareth [...]

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Oh yeah… and I saw Avatar

Oh yeah… and I saw Avatar

January 25, 2010

Sarai and I finally saw Avatar. Let’s see… the 3D was awesome. But I’m with the Vatican on this one, Avatar is no masterpiece. I think the special effects and the fact that it was in 3D were the only things I have to say I liked about the movie. I know what James Cameron [...]

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The Tim Tebow Story

The Tim Tebow Story

Some believe the story of his mother's courage is divisive and unfit to be told.

January 25, 2010

Earlier this week news began spreading of the former Gators quarterback Tim Tebow and his role in a Superbowl ad paid for by well known Christian organization — Focus On the Family. The ad is supposed to highlight the story of Pam Tebow who after becoming ill on the mission field refused doctor’s suggestions to [...]

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Book Review: “For Men Only” by Jeff Feldhahn

January 23, 2010

“For Men Only” is a practical guide for men into the inner thoughts and emotions of women.  An absolutely incredible book for husbands and men looking toward venture into the thoughts of their lady.  At first I must be honest I didn’t think I needed to read the book.  I thought I had a decent [...]

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Called to Him

Called to Him

Why being with Christ Is as Important as doing things for Christ

January 23, 2010

In the gospel of Mark, Jesus calls His disciples to a mountainside for instruction. “Jesus went up on a mountainside and called to him those he wanted, and they came to him. He appointed twelve – designating them apostles – that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach [...]

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