I’m reading a book for church called “Axiom: Powerful Leadership Proverbs.” by Bill Hybels. I’m going to post some key sentences I read in each chapter and some of my thoughts. Feel free to read, comment, or ignore.
1. Language Matters – p.17 – “The very best leaders I know wrestle with words until they are able to communicate their big ideas in a way that captures the imagination, catalyzes action, and lifts spirits.” I think that’s a cool concept to be able to inspire people’s imagination and lift their spirits.
2. Make the Big Ask – p.23 – “The nature of human beings is such that we tend not to drift into better behaviors. We usually have to be asked by someone to consider taking it up a level.” This is somewhat true for me. I’ve certainly stepped up and done my “best work” as a leader when someone asked me to do something I never would have done on my own.
3. You’re Always in a Season – p. 26 – “It’s your role [as a leader] to know which season you’re in and what to do about it.” I realize that I am always in a season in my own life and in my relationships–with my girlfriend, with my parents, with my friends. Which season of your life are you in? I think I might be in Winter or Spring.
5. Vision: Paint the Picture Passionately – p. 30 – “Vision – a picture of the future that produces passion in people.” I think vision is about putting dreams in people’s minds that they themselves want to see happen.
All for now from CO.
