Have you ever wondered how some people accomplish more in life than others? I have often asked myself this question but I didn’t have an answer until now.

The key to achieving lifetime goals is to constantly work at it. I know that sounds too simple but it’s the truth. The way this is done is to create short term goals.

Let me provide you with an example from life my life. I mentioned this in a different post but it’s worth repeating. I have a goal to publish a book. I can’t publish a book without writing a manuscript.

My book has an estimated 11 chapters in it. That is approximately one chapter a month for one year.

Most chapters have an average of 20 pages in it. There are 4 weeks in a month which means that I could write 5 pages a week and it would equal a chapter at the end of the month.

That is about 1 page a day or 2 or 3 pages a couple of days a week.

This life goal certainly feels within reach now! My short term goal then is to write 5 pages a week per month. By the end of the year I will have the first draft of my manuscript complete.

You eat an elephant by doing it one bite at a time! What life goal can you apply this to? What would it take to take small action toward your big goal?

Are you stuck in one area of your life? Do you ever feel like you’re just digging a hole? Do you wish you could get going in one particular area? If there was one area of your life that you could change what would it be? As a life coach these are questions that I ask people all the time. As a coach I know that most everyone could you use some help to get unstuck in their lives.

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Ever feel like you're just digging a hole?

At some point you’re going to get stuck. I hate to be the bearer of bad news but everyone at some point is going to experience difficulty or failure. The good news is that it doesn’t have to end that way. The first thing to do when you’re stuck or digging a hole is to quit digging! Continue Reading…

I must make a confession. I like routines. I mean, I really like routines! Yes, I’m the one that puts his clothes on the same way every morning and brushes his teeth the same way. Since starting the new year I’ve taken the time to examine some of my routines and I’ve asked myself a question. What routines could I change to better improve my life?

What's your morning routine?

I have come up with some ideas and I will share a couple of them with you. While my morning routine is still the same I’ve changed my mental routine. Continue Reading…

It’s that time of year again when you’re making goals and plans. Have you ever come up with a book reading goal for the year? I have and this year I’m going to read at least 15 books. That is roughly one book a month or so. I already have many of these on my desk waiting to be read. I learned that by having them already on hand it motivates me to keep reading.

I’ll spare you the suspense. Here is my list:

1. The Circle Maker – Mark Batterson. (This is an incredible book that I just finished. Worth every cent!)
2. Weird – Craig Groeschel
3. EntreLeadership – Dave Ramsey
4. Fearless – Max Lucado
5. The Fasting Edge – Jentzen Franklin
6. The Go-Getter – Peter Kyne (Kindle Edition)
7. Thou Shall Prosper – Daniel Lapin
8. Leading on Empty – Wayne Cordeiro
9. Jesus According to Scripture – Darrell L. Bock (This is more of a textbook.)
10. The Barefoot Executive – Carrie Wilkerson
11. Beautiful Outlaw – John Eldredge
12. Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done – Larry Bassidy
13. StrengthsFinder 2.0 – Tom Rath
14. Spiritual Rhythm – Mark Buchanan
15. Radical – David Platt

I like to read from different genres because it keeps my interest and energy up. I get bored easily so I have to keep things moving. What books would you recommend for someone to read?

I’ve been in ministry several years now and I’ve learned quite a few lessons. I’ve been really blessed to have some good mentors in my life. In fact, it seems that every place I’ve been at I’ve found a great mentor for that particular season of my life. Mentors can help save us some headaches along the way if we will listen to them.

What Lessons Have You Learned?

There are some lessons that I wish I had learned sooner or that I wish someone would have told me. Here they are and in random order: Continue Reading…

The other day someone was trying to give me a compliment. He was complimenting me on how I often inspire and encourage him. He said that he appreciated the fact that I came across as an average guy and not a superhero.

Just one more step!

While I hope I do come across as approachable I do not want to be average. In my opinion average is a nice way of saying mediocre. I want to live my life as far away from average as possible. Continue Reading…

Everyone knows a jerk. Hopefully, you’re not the one that everyone knows! If you’ve been breathing long enough you will realize there is no shortage of them. Most of the jerks that you know don’t even realize they are one. The jerks in your life think they are doing everyone a favor or helping the organizations they are a part of but in fact, they’re driving everyone crazy!

Frustrated?

Believe it or not the Bible speaks a lot about jerks. In fact, the book of Proverbs quite often refers to them as fools. According to Proverbs a fool is one “who lacks judgment, sense or understanding.” Does this describe someone in your life?  Continue Reading…

In our series of posts from Proverbs we’ve discussed a few different subjects. In this post we will look at being a good actor. I know what you’re thinking! You can’t remember the Bible talking about acting or being a good actor. This is true to an extent, but if you will hang with me for a few minutes then I’ll teach you something about acting.

Can you play the part?

Several years ago my wife and I were asked to go to a fundraising dinner in Atlanta for our church. My pastor was unable to go because of prior commitments so he asked my wife and I to go. It was a good experience that night.  Continue Reading…

In today’s society we are looking for any edge to increase our productivity. We are motivated to be more productive and to accomplish more. The other day I was reminded of three words to guarantee increasing productivity in our lives.

What's Killing Your Time?

Are you ready for them? Good! Here you go!  Continue Reading…