​A Word to the Wise: Admired Leadership Field Notes
 
Leaders might think that having the will to succeed ensures the self-discipline it takes to achieve, but evidence points to the contrary. Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment. The desire to excel often exists independently from the focus, organization, and consistency discipline provides. 
 
Now for the bad news: leaders can’t teach attitude or instill discipline in others. These are decisions and practices only the team member can infuse in themselves. It’s not that people can’t learn to be more self-disciplined, but it takes a significant investment of time. Time leaders simply don’t have. 
 
Before becoming attracted by a great attitude and investing in skill development, leaders would be best served to explore the personal habits and discipline of team members. 
A great attitude is only a game-changer if it comes with the self-discipline to make the daily actions connected to success. Those without may as well lack will and skill. They are unlikely to ever become valuable team members.  

Admired Leadership Field Notes, 9.27.24, A Great Attitude Without the Discipline to Excel

​A Word to the Wise – 
 
"Today, 61 percent of U.S. adults report viewing pornography—and 84 percent of this group say they don’t have anyone helping them avoid pornography. It's clear: the time is now for the Church to step up and engage in this critical conversation.
 
Join Barna Group and our partner Pure Desire Ministries on October 2 for a powerful webinar. Beyond the Porn Phenomenon: Fresh Data and Practical Strategies to Help Churches Confront Today’s Porn Crisis will equip church leaders with key insights and actionable tools to address the challenges of today’s porn problem. 

Discover how to lead honest conversations, promote healing and guide your church to respond with compassion in this critical area of ministry. Empower your community to find freedom from pornography."
​Barna email 9.18.24 

A Word to the Wise – 
 
The best leaders are conscious about the impact their behaviors have on others. They don’t give themselves a break from serving as a role model for the behaviors they want to see from others. 
 
In particular, good leaders are attuned to what they decline, avoid, ignore, and dismiss. They know others are watching and will likely adopt their choices. 
 
It’s an honor and privilege to be a role model. Good leaders never forget that. They remind themselves daily that their behaviors spread like fast-growing roots on the tree of imitation.
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Admired Leadership Field Notes, 9.15.24, Leaders Spread Behaviors Like Germs

A Word to the Wise – James Clear, 9.5.24, 3-2-1 Thursday
Many things in life go through phases. It can be like the seasons: spring, summer, fall, winter. Each season has its own set of needs and demands.
Think about something important to you. Maybe it's a project or a job. Perhaps a hobby or even a relationship. What season are you in right now and what does that season require?
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A Word to the Wise – Romans 15:1, “Now we who are strong ought to bear the weaknesses of those without strength and not just please ourselves.” (NASB)

​A Word to the Wise – Proverbs 29:25: “Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before obscure men (NASB).” Are you seeking to become skilled in your work, or are you settling for the status quo? 

​A Word to the Wise – Sam Rainer, 5.8.24, Church Answers, From Idea to Implementation: Three Keys for Change Efforts in Churches
 
Change occurs most smoothly when ideas are simple, standard, and flexible.