Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
Last weekend my parents told me about a friend of theirs who was going through some difficult times, both physically and emotionally. They care for this person a lot. He has been a good friend and a kind, supportive model and leader that they have looked up to for years. Recently in a conversation with …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #159: Someone You Know Needs Encouragement
Social media has forever changed the way communication happens around the globe as well as inside organizations. Gone are the days when a select few can control what is known, reported and openly discussed about a company. Conversations about organizations are already happening in a plethora of places and platforms. Companies have no control over …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #158: Don’t Believe the Myth of Controlled Communication
I have a dog that is a Border Collie and Labrador mix. The official name of the breed is Borador. At two years old and 45 pounds, Callie is extremely quick and agile. She loves running at full speed to catch the Frisbee when I throw it as far as I can. She can stop …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #157: There Is No Speed Limit On Change
We've all been there - frustrated from being in the dark about major decisions that impact us until the decision is made. These decisions may be handed down by top management at our companies, other organizations we belong to, or the local, state or federal government. It is a bit degrading to be a stakeholder …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #156: Involve Your People in Decision Making
I spent about 24 hours from Friday night until Saturday night visiting my parents this weekend. It's always a great time and more often than not I hear some new story from the past that is as entertaining as it is informative. I should probably write them down, but I'm frankly more concerned while there …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #155: You Know Someone Well When You Know What They Are Thinking
