Posts Tagged ‘Mentoring’
“Farm teams”
I had the privilege of serving as the chaplain for one of the “farm teams” of the Milwaukee Brewers’ MLB organization. When discussing the development of talent and leadership, several terms can be used instead of “farm team.” But they all function to develop young players and prepare them for careers in the MLB. Developing…
Read More“I wish someone had told me!”
At least once in life, everyone has said, “I wish I had known that earlier,” or “I wish someone had told me that…” I’ve found myself saying that more times than I can count. Sometimes a small morsel of wisdom, a piece of advice, or a relevant story at the right time can save your…
Read MoreLeadership never happens in a vacuum
Why are leaders so hard to find? Is that a legit question or is it something people say when they don’t do the hard work of developing leaders in their circles of influence? The answer is “It’s probably both.” On one hand, it’s difficult to find leaders with characteristics like patience, competence, awareness, accountability, dedication,…
Read MoreGreat athlete, poor coach
Great athletes don’t always make great coaches. It’s one thing to play a sport with excellence. It’s another thing to teach and show someone else how to do it. Wayne Gretzky, known as “The Great One” in hockey circles had major shortcomings as a head coach. Magic Johnson attempted coaching the L.A. Lakers, but was…
Read More“I’m no role model”
What makes for a good example? Of course, it means doing things that are good, right, have integrity, and helpful. It means being intentional in the things you choose to do. It might also include things like attitude and listening to others. It might include things to avoid. Avoid run-ins with the law. Avoid promising…
Read MoreMentors
I’m a chemistry minor from Northern Arizona University. I remember one professor who was delighted to share with his students his chemical analysis of human beings. He would say, “do you know that 99% of the mass of the human body consists of six elements: oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, calcium, and phosphorus. They are worth…
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