Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
Several years ago I told my dad that he was my hero. When I think of him, I think of someone who tells it like he sees it, even if what he says isn't popular or politically correct. I think of someone who would literally expend his last ounce of energy or spend his last …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #44: Choose Your Hero Wisely
I hope this lesson is a no-brainer to all who read it, but there is a reason why this thought comes to mind today. It's my 55th birthday. As I settle in for the night and look back at the day, it's been simple and good. I slept later than normal until my dog just …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #28: People Are More Important Than Things
I am on a team at work that didn't exist many months ago. Until last month, the only member was the manager. I joined in December. Next month two more join us. We'll add more down the road. It is a rare and wonderful opportunity to start from scratch building a team. I'm not the …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #27: Use the 3 C’s When Forming Teams
I had the pleasure today of spending a little time with some people I have not personally known for long. It was thoroughly enjoyable. I look forward to more time together. Someone looking at our very different lives would not expect us to enjoy time together, but we do. There is a controversy in some …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #23: Spend Time With Someone Unlike You
I've had a variety of managers as I have served in different roles across several companies. I respect some of the managers I have had and some of the other leaders up the chain of command. Others I do not respect - perhaps in terms of how they manage and maybe as individuals apart from …
