I assigned my writer’s group the task of plotting goals for beginning and consequently completing their writing project(s). The very process of considering what one wants to do, how to do it, how long it could take, and then placing pencil to paper and plotting its process does these two things: First, it forces you … Read more
One day, an expert in time management was speaking to a group of business students and, to drive home a point, used an illustration those students will never forget. As he stood in front of the group of high-powered overachievers, he said, “Okay, time for a quiz” and he pulled out a one-gallon, wide-mouth mason … Read more
Consider this page from John Wesley’s (the founder of the Methodist Church) diary: Sunday morning, May 5, preached in St. Ann’s, was asked not to come back anymore. Sunday p.m., May 5, preached at St. John’s, deacons said, “Get out and stay out.” Sunday a.m., May 12, preached at St. Jude’s, can’t go back there … Read more
One of the early influences in my life was Zig Ziglar. While his life ended last week, his influence has not. I am not the devoted positive thinking advocate Zig was (see my article here), I do admire his positive approach to life and living. It is certain that positive minded people do better, enjoy … Read more
The following is a guest post from my long-time friend, Pastor David Fritsche of Reno, Nevada. I encourage you to check out his blog Dimensions of Grace. To Kill A Hummingbird I just woke up and staggered, as I usually do, to the bathroom to start my waking day. All of a sudden Linda rushed … Read more