Dear Subscribers, I am excited to announce a new resource for 2025 focused on “Leading Effective Change in Your Congregation.” This resource aims to equip our church leaders and members with the tools and insights to navigate and implement positive changes within our community. What to Expect: Inspirational Messages: We will share weekly messages that inspire […]
“The Emperor’s New Clothes” is a short story written by Danish author Hans Christian Andersen. It is about two weavers who promise an emperor a new suit of clothes that they say is invisible to those who are unfit for their positions, untrained, or incompetent. In reality, the tailors make no new clothes at all. Instead, they make everyone believe […]
A leader is only as strong as the team behind them. This adage has never rung truer than in today’s complex and rapidly changing business landscape. In a world characterized by ambiguity, uncertainty, volatility, and complexity (often referred to as VUCA), the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop others is no longer a luxury but […]
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In today’s complex business world, change is hard. Companies venturing through major culture shifts, mergers or other forms of change often struggle to make it to the end. The idea that people hate change is a phenomenon that is taught, coached and wrestled with in many ways, shapes, and forms. Regardless of your mindset about […]
There’s an old saying in the sales world. “The confused mind says NO.” Clearly that has big implications when trying to sell a product or service. A prospect who gets confused by your sales pitch will revert to a NO answer all the time. On the other hand, a clear, concise explanation of the thing […]
Creating inclusive workplaces that are psychologically safe and utilize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies effectively is not just a trend, but it’s an imperative for modern businesses. In our podcast, Juan Taveras, an HR and DEI consultant, outlines the transformative power of inclusivity in the workplace. Our conversation centered on Juan’s Dominican roots and […]
