Keeps cool under pressure. Clearly explains missions, standards and priorities. Sees the big picture; provides context and perspectives. Makes tough, sound decisions on time. Adapts quickly to new situations; can handle bad news. Gives useful…;
Monthly Archives For January 2007
Fragments -Cosmological Ontogeny
In a sense, what is happening at the universal level is what happens with the development of an embryo. The embryo develops from its initial egg all the way through to a final organism. And…;
We Make the Road By Walking
Caminante, son tus huellasel camino, y nada más;caminante, no hay camino,se hace camino al andar.Al andar se hace camino,y al volver la vista atrásse ve la senda que nuncase ha de volver a pisar.Caminante, no…;
You Can’t Escape Yourself in the Mirror, Daddy!
It started innocently enough. As I was about to take a shower, I saw my little seven year old playing a “007” with himself in the mirror. He had arms extended, shooting at himself in…;
An extra penny: The right move at the right time
This community owes a debt of gratitude to the Orange County Commission and to the countless community leaders who have labored and lobbied extensively over the past three years to effectuate the obvious: a…;
Management by Approximation
I had an interesting experience the other night. We were trimming the tree, and, because I was handling snacks, and drinks, and Janet was handling nativity scenes, I said to our 11-year old that he…;
America’s Five Generations: Why Each Mindset is Unique
The Senior Generation (1915-35)• Mindset: High work ethic, strong brand loyalty, and eagerness to save for the future. The Forgotten Generation (1936-45)• Mindset: High work ethic, strong independence. The Baby Boomers (1946-64)• Mindset: Rebellious against convention, beginning with…;
The Transporter Transports
I happened to be watching a scene from The Transporter last night. I’m not sure you’ve ever seen The Transporter before, but if you haven’t, rest assured that it’s worth seeing. It’s an incredible movie,…;
Fragments – Warriors
What transforms a missionary into a warrior? Three things: (1) service; (2) passion; (3) commitment. Original writing date: December 5, 2006 A leader can never operate out of fear! Original writing date: November 10,…;
Fragments – Theories
The scientists can continue to come up with dozens and dozens of theories as to the random probability of any particular universe yielding the opportunity for development of some type of biosphere where life is…;