Grant is our first born and has the typical traits: conscientious, reliable, and a 3rd parent to his younger siblings. He has an articulate systematic mind with the rare combination of a sensitive loving heart. Picture a big brother who offends you with a recommendation (command), but then insists that he comes alongside you and walks through the mud with you.
From the first time Grant heard one of
Craig Groechel’s audio books, he was hooked. Craig is a master at blending laughter with learning as he speaks on relational leadership. While he primarily presents for non-profits, the principals he teaches are naturally universal for family & business. Grant and I attended a leadership conference this week where Craig was the main speaker.
Here are a few points that I’m digesting & applying from the conference:
On Change.
– People Change under 1 of 2 conditions.
- When they have to. (desperation)
- When they want to. (inspiration)
-Ask yourself, “If someone took my place, what is the first thing they would change?”
-You can not change what you are willing to tolerate.
On Systems.
-Good systems leave very little to chance.
Systems create behaviors.
Behaviors become habits,
Habits drive outcomes.
-You either have systems by intent or by default, but you do have systems.
-Your systems are the result of what you have created or tolerated.
-If you are too busy to create the right systems, then you will always be too busy.
On Anticipatory Leadership.
The more confident you are at predicting the future, the more likely you are to be wrong.
-Ask questions to gather information. (not to confirm your bias.)
-If you wait until you are 100% sure before you try anything you will always be too late.
-Disrupt what is with what could be.
Problem + reaction = Solution
Problem + Anticipation = Innovation.
-Great innovations are born out of limitations.
-Small tweaks rarely change the world. BE BOLD
Offstage…
Grant and I both enjoyed what was taught from the platform. But the biggest growth lesson for me was something that happened off-stage. Something I’ve known for a long time. Something I want to be constantly reminded. Something that made Grant grow two inches! (Ok, so in reality, he just walked much taller.)
In the hallway upon seeing Grant, Craig shouted.
“Grant, is that you?
Is that really you, Grant?!!!”
He then pulls Grant in for a hug.
Without missing a beat, Grant was in a headlock!
Craig knows how to meet people where they are.
Craig loves God, loves people, and it shows. He finds joy in his work that begins in his home and branches out from there. I’m grateful that my kids get to experience the hearts of people who value the same things that I do, be it by book, Audio, video, and every now and then a Headlock!
Amy Groeschel gives her husband/coauthor a kinder gentler headlock.
Every day, our words and actions can build people up. Consider amplifying your animation and expression. You may see people walking taller. It’s one thing to love people… and another thing to level-up and love them out loud. To be human growth agent, it only takes a moment. And the effects last so much longer.
If you want to grow in leadership, If you want to lead people so they walk taller, these books are great growth resources…
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It is so refreshing to hear genuine warm and caring family values discussed in today’s troubled atmosphere. It gives me hope that our future generation just might survive this present craziness. Thank you.
You’re welcome, Helen. The culture that you
& Ken have designed & created in your cabin home is so refreshing… I believe that our home cultures are more powerful than we realize. If we keep living laughing and loving… sharing the best of our lives with each other… we can deal with most anything, good or bad.
Sounds like a great conference–hope he gets on some of these campuses without a riot! Our youth need strong leadership training–not rebellion training. Blessings, Bill!
Joy!
Kathy
Thanks, Kathryn, It was a great experience. It is encouraging to see his analytical mind being led by his loving heart. It’s a joy to see him progressively revealing love & service to others. I’m grateful for it all.
Wow, so true! The seminar sounds like it was a valuable experience for you and Grant.
Here’s my 2 cents and things I live by:
1. Lead by example
2. Never meet a “stranger” (they are instantly a friend)
3. Pay it forward
4. A smile speaks more than words
Melinda,
I love the way you embody all 4, through #1!
Always fun to see you implement these thoughts in a group & 1-on-1. Keep shining. Keep being you!
Hey Bill…………I am positive that I need your autograph! I am so proud to know you…….when & now 😊
Valerie,
Let’s trade autographs!
My autograph…
plus $6.50…
will get you a small coffee at Starbucks!