Christian Leadership Coach

The BBQ Principle: Hiring for Culture Fit and Long-Term Success

Anyone who knows me, knows that one of my hobbies is smoking ribs, briskets, chicken, and all other kinds of meat. So, it should come as no surprise that one of the questions I ask myself when hiring a new team member is, "Would I invite them to my invite-only backyard BBQ?"

Peace in the Pivot

Change is inevitable. It has been estimated that humans make around 35,000 decisions a day, both consciously and unconsciously. Each one of those decisions has the potential to change your life, even though the majority of those decisions will not. However, the hard decisions, the ones that keep us up at night, often involve navigating situations where there are no good options, only less bad ones.

Living Your Purpose

What is your purpose? Have you ever taken time to stop and reflect on what your purpose is? As business owners and entrepreneurs, we often get caught up in the day-to-day grind of running our companies. But I believe it's crucial to take a step back and ask ourselves: "Why am I doing this?" "What impact do I want to make?" God calls each and every one of us to aid in fulfilling his purpose. Not because he needs us to, but because he wants us to.

Start with your Vision

The concept of starting with your "Big Why" – the core purpose driving your actions – has gained significant traction in personal and professional development circles. Numerous books, podcasts, and videos advocate for defining this fundamental purpose as the foundation for goal setting and decision-making. However, I propose a different approach: your "Big Why" is not something you choose, but rather something you discover through your vision.