What’s Your Destination?

What’s Your Destination?

I heard this little story on Dan Miller’s 48 Days podcast on July 4. I’ve been carrying it around in my head, wanting to share it with you ever since. It’s a powerful lesson, so let’s explore it. Parable of the Fisherman and the Banker An American investment banker...
What’s Your Growing Edge?

What’s Your Growing Edge?

“There’s new life on the other side of this, and it’s calling me to the growing edge.”-Howard ThurmanHave you ever noticed that the things that trip you up most often are blind spots, walls you’ve put up to protect yourself or mistakes and failures of the past you’re...
The Great Oak Tree….A Parable

The Great Oak Tree….A Parable

There once was a great oak tree that stood tall and mighty. It was strong and proud. It commanded attention as it shaded the landscape around it, while holding birds’ nests and squirrels in its branches. Anyone looking at it could see how majestic it was. One year, a...
Choosing Wisely: Who’s In Your Tribe?

Choosing Wisely: Who’s In Your Tribe?

Recently, a friend told the story of an experience with a co-worker. Reflecting on a client meeting where both were present, my friend was told she needn’t attend any more client meetings, because she wasn’t speaking up and sharing ideas to get more sales from the...
Community: Necessity for Success

Community: Necessity for Success

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” African Proverb Is your goal to go fast or go far? Personally, I want to go far. I’d like to go as fast as possible, but I’ve learned that fast can lead to false progress, leading me to places...