This time last year I considered attending business school and working towards an MBA. Ultimately, I decided to pass. Why? Well, beyond the “fate” factor mentioned in a previous post, I still rationalized my way through the decision. 1. I prefer self-education. The famous biochemistry professor and science fiction writer, Issac Asimov once said, “Self-education is, I […]
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Personal Update: Why I Stepped Down as Pastor
In January 2013, I became the pastor of Harvest International Center’s English-speaking congregation. How it happened was pretty crazy. To make a long story short: Accepted a job in Atlanta to work for one of my fave people, Leif Hetland. Started following the Hawks, Braves, and Falcons to acclimate. Cried. We decided to go, Leif […]
The Minimum Price of Going From Amateur to Professional
In his book The War of Art, Steven Pressfield brilliantly contrasts the mindset of the professional and the amateur. He writes: The moment an artist turns pro is as epochal as the birth of his first child. With one stroke, everything changes. I can state absolutely that the term of my life can be divided […]
Please Take My 2014 Reader Survey
Would you help me gain more clarity with my blog and podcast? I want to improve my platform and make it more relevant to your needs and interests. To do that, I need to know more about YOU. So, I’ve created this 2014 Reader Survey. I started blogging “regularly” starting January 2013. Since then, I’ve […]
4 Simple Ways To Stand Out And Be Remarkable
The following is a guest post from Kevin Anthony Williams, a business consultant and career coach. Find out more about Kevin at kevinanthonywilliams.com. I also suggest you sign up to get a free download of his “Defining You, Inc.” guide. It’s an invaluable tool for your personal growth and development. Now, onto Kevin! When I […]