Turning Tricky Transitions into Transformation Welcome to a series of blog posts re: the topic of Turning Tricky Transitions into Transformation. In a recent article I wrote for the American Institute of Stress (AIS), I explored the notion of reframing disruption as growth. In this first of five parts, enjoy the set-up: the story of Geri pulling Jim (not my husband’s real name) into yet another boundary-stretching adventure! We are all familiar with the aphorism: The only con

. ..[I]t is always right to step in the direction of obedience as best you can discern it and trust Jesus for the results. This is true even when some things do not make sense. Often, we only connect the dots and see what God is doing, when we look in the rear-view mirror... Our calling is to step in the direction of obedience as best you can discern it and trust Jesus for the results… even when obedience does not make sense. I have shared from Michael Sprague’s wisdom before

No, not the magazine! In leadership development, GQ refers to Growth Quotient — the ability to adapt, persevere, and grow through challenge. Whole-person leaders engage the mind (IQ), heart (EQ), spirit (SQ), and the courage to keep growing (GQ). Many leadership models focus on IQ and EQ; but truly effective leaders draw from 4 capacities, not just 2. This is the concept of Whole-person Leadership. Effective leaders don't just lead with their heads.They lead with their hea