Innovating with Lean Startups
As you read this post, you will gain a general understanding of a valuable concept found in Brant Cooper’s book “The Lean Entrepreneur“. These concepts may not be new, but…
What Behaviors Destroy Leaders?
Why do so many leaders fail to finish well? Drawing on Dr. J. Robert Clinton’s research, this post explores the sobering reality that only one in three biblical leaders completed their calling faithfully. It examines the six major behaviors that derail leaders—misuse of money, abuse of power, pride, sexual misconduct, family dissension, and complacency—and offers practical insights on spiritual disciplines, lifelong learning, and mentoring as keys to finishing strong.
Where are the car we were promised?
The strategy was to create a brand spot that would showcase the complete line-up of Infiniti vehicles and position the company as innovators in the marketplace. The idea of “Where…
What if we rename SWOT to TOWS?
SWOT analysis is widely regarded as a valuable tool for conducting strategic assessments, but it often suffers from misconceptions. The confusion stems from its historical development and nomenclature. SWOT, an…
Using Porter's Five Forces Model for Competitive Advantage
A valuable instrument for analyzing the competitive environment is the renowned Porter’s Five Forces Model. Introduced by Michael E. Porter, a distinguished professor at Harvard Business School, in 1979, this…
Tell me what you say “Yes” to, and I’ll tell you who you are.
“The difference between successful people and very successful people is that very successful people say no to almost everything.” — Warren Buffett According to Aristotle, our actions shape our identity.…
Successful Leaders Have Sharper Minds
Successful leaders often seem to have sharper minds than the rest of us—isn’t that how they got to the top in the first place? While we often assume that people…
The Power of the Rockefeller Habits: A Comprehensive Guide
Stranded on a desert island or not, Vern Harnish’s book Scaling Up should be essential reading for students, supervisors, and business executives. It ranks at the top of all of…
Pros & Cons of The Nashville Statement
Guest blogger Preston Sprinkle examines the pros and cons of the Nashville Statement, a prominent evangelical declaration on sexuality and gender. While affirming its commitment to historic Christian teaching on marriage, Sprinkle critiques the statement’s impersonal tone, outdated language, and lack of relational grace—arguing that such documents often fail to address the real, relational reasons LGBT+ people feel isolated or rejected by the church, and calling for a more compassionate, conversation-driven approach.
Long Time Dreaming
The launch of the G35 Coupe featured its incredibly smooth and contemporary styling. The campaign included the TV spot “Long Time Dreaming” and the print which was a simple spread…