“The best offense is a good defense.” So many times we have heard these words of wisdom, but it wasn’t until I started watching football that I understood what they meant. In fact, the first place I heard it was in relationship to football. In football there is one team, but two sides of the team — offense and defense. The offense is the scoring side of the team and will … Read More

Have you ever thought about leaving a legacy? A legacy is something you pass on to those that proceed after you. A legacy is that divine gift handed to you — the gift you’ve accepted, the life you’re creating by listening to and answering your calling. It is not a slogan or phrase on your business card. No, legacy is built brick by brick, over a period of decades. Your … Read More

A Goal is an Intentional Act A goal is something you have conceived in your mind to achieve. It is the end in which your efforts are placed. Having a goal in business is an intentional act. You must review and apply regularly. A business goal is the sum total of your ambition and aspirations. Have you set any goals for the rest of this year? Or, for that matter, have … Read More

How do you determine if someone has relevancy?  Being relevant means having significance. It implies there is a clear and concise impression you leave with others on matters at hand. You are an influencer. You are a shaper.  Your voice goes beyond the boundaries of your friends and neighbors.

“He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed.” -Proverbs 13:20   At first glance, one might get the impression and assume these words are a bit harsh. But in reality this proverb has profound meaning that I learned to apply in my business career for many years.