Charlie Jones famously wrote, “You will be the same person in five years as you are today except for the people you meet and the books you read.” Believing his words are true, I annually recommend a few books that have impacted me and would like to hear your recommendations as well. Here are...
My Disturbing Family History
If you’ve ever researched your family history, you know that you are in for some surprises. A few years ago, my family discovered the patent showing that my great, great grandfather invented the adjustable seat in the automobile when he worked at Chrysler. So, if you’ve ever adjusted your seat in your car, on...
The Most Complex Organizational Relationship… And How to Manage It
Surrounded by Revolutionary War battlefields, I joined a dozen faith-based nonprofit leaders from across the country for a unique learning experience. Using the methodology of “peer member processing,” our two days together would focus on helping each other go to war on the most significant challenges we faced. In preparation for the experience, we...