Have you ever noticed that experts in a certain field seem to see things differently than you? Sometimes, it’s not even experts. Hunters have a language that is all their own, as do mechanics, policemen, teachers, musicians, and every other interest, hobby, occupation, career, or calling. Just the other day …
wes Check It Out: Be Careful Who Speaks Into Your Life
Today’s Check It Out post links back to one of my early posts, but one whose content I have been pondering a little extra the past week or so. I hope you enjoy it:Â https://threequestionleadership.com/2017/03/02/be-careful-who-speaks-into-your-life/Â
Tips from the Bunk: Listen to Those Around You
I have one simple rule for surviving camp. It’s a personal rule, and not one that I share. It does not affect other people. It does not make me a better leader. Quite the contrary: it’s a survival tip. So, here’s my survival tip for camp: use the same shower …
Leaders Learn, Part 2
Earlier this week, I blogged about one of the leadership lessons I’ve shared with a group of kids at camp. You can read the initial thoughts here. The basic idea is as follows: Leaders Learn. Pretty revolutionary, right? Okay, maybe not, but sometimes necessity breeds simplicity. If we truly expect …
Influential Leadership
As I’ve studied leadership more and more, and as I have tried to become a student of leadership, a few things have stuck with me. One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is the foundational definition of leadership comes from John Maxwell: Leadership is Influence. (here’s a blog post from …