Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
One of the characteristics of a multiplying type of leader according to Liz Wiseman's book Multipliers is that they are talent magnets who gain a reputation of being the best people to work for. According to Wiseman, "People flock to work for them knowing they will be fully utilized and developed to be ready for …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #322: Be a Talent Magnet, Not an Empire Builder
It is self-evident that leaders need to be able to lead or else they fail at the primary role they hold. That said, I can't imagine anyone in any position of leadership who has always made the right decision, so perfection is an unrealistic expectation of any leader. It's surely rare (but possible) that there …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #295: Leaders Must Know When To Step Aside
I watched Tuesday night's second presidential debate with great interest. Although I am conservative and will vote accordingly, I genuinely tried to listen to each exchange and hear it from the standpoint of an undecided voter in order to make my own judgment about the potential impact of the debate on that all-important segment of …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #290: Bringing People Together Takes Real Leadership
Leaders need to tell their people the truth. That goes for governments, businesses, civic organizations, churches and any other group. When there is no longer the solid belief that you are being told the truth by someone in a position of authority, then there is no longer the basis for trust that must be there …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #272: Leaders Can’t Lie and Still Lead
After teaching a class at church this morning, I was taking a coffee pot down the hall to clean when I was pleasantly surprised to see my daughter-in-law Lauren and 18-month-old granddaughter Abby round the corner a few feet away. Within a few seconds, Abby reached for my finger and clearly wanted to walk down …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #266: Be Careful Who You Follow
