Monthly Archives: February 2021

Content

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Paul, the Apostle, states, “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any situation…” (Phil. 4:11-12) The secret to being content to which he is referring is a complete faith in Jesus Christ; absolute trust that God is at work for the best. Not much of a secret, but definitely a significant commitment. We each exist in a reality that probably isn’t how we imagined or hoped it would be.

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General, Practical Proverbs

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Here are some statements you might want to refrain from saying or asking:  NEVER say anything bad about your old boss or previous significant other. NEVER ask a woman that you don’t know for sure is pregnant when she is due, or how is the pregnancy going. NEVER call your coworkers, employees, or children stupid. NEVER use humor to disguise an insult directed at your supervisor, spouse, or anyone else. ALWAYS believe that any negative complaint you make regarding your boss or coworkers will be repeated.

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Do You Really Need a Policy?

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Sometimes a policy is exactly what you need. Policies can provide valuable guidelines for corporate behavior that help keep everyone on the same page, and moving in the same direction. Of course, having a policy but not enforcing it can be worse than not having a policy at all. But, not all situations require or are best served by having a policy. There is a tendency, especially among new leaders, to try to manage by policy.

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What are You Waiting For?

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It has been said that if you put a frog into a large pot of water, and slowly bring it to a boil, the frog will make no effort to escape, eventually dying even though escape was readily available. Actual empirical evidence indicates this story is not true; but it makes a great leadership example about how easy it is for us humans to remain in our ruts, that is, our patterns of behavior, even when they are detrimental to our stated goals or health, and even when we could change our behavior and improve our situation.

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