President Harry S. Truman had a small wooden sign on his desk that stated “THE BUCK STOPS HERE”. His desk displayed this sign throughout his administration. It’s a good motto — a motto all leaders should follow. Many interpret this motto not only as a reason to take responsibility of all things that happen in your jurisdiction, but to also hold a death grip on all details. Delegation becomes impossible. Oversight is required. The leader maintains control. This interpretation is the birth of a micro-manager—and nobody likes a micro-manager.
Great inspiration comes to those that listen to genius. Great minds challenge one to think deeper about the problem in front of them. One of those geniuses is Clayton Christensen. Not only is he a Harvard Business Professor and famous author he is also a Latter-day Saint and former Area Seventy. I enjoy listening to him solve business and leadership problems because it makes me wonder if his answers would be similar if asked to solve similar LDS leadership problems.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe Email | RSS | More https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLaEW0X-_rA&feature=youtu.be The Consequence Stick is a visual aid made out of solid wood. The lettering and design is laser-cut to precision. I keep my own...
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe Email | RSS | MoreIn this episode I had the opportunity to sit down with Ron McMillan. He is a four-time New York Times best-selling co-author of Crucial Conversations, Crucial Confrontations, Influencer, and...
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe Email | RSS | More Six months ago I found myself sitting in a stake meeting with other members of bishoprics. One counselor from a neighboring ward shared a spiritual thought and quoted a man by the name of...
I had the opportunity to sit down (through the magic of the internet) with Joseph Grenny and discuss creating positive change regarding home and visiting teaching, helping those with addiction, and becoming a leader that influences change. Be Clear on the Results You...
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe Email | RSS | MoreI’m a big audio junkie. If I am doing anything that doesn’t require 100% of my brain (driving, showering, sitting in ward council), I am usually listening to something entertaining...
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe Email | RSS | MoreThe main mission of Leading Saints is to be a platform to share ideas of leadership, in an effort to help individuals more effectively build the Kingdom of God in their respective jurisdiction....
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe Email | RSS | More When faced with the challenge of helping an individual overcome pornography addiction it can be daunting to know what to do. Thankfully, the church and other organization have created resources...
