Category: entrepreneurs

  • The Burnout Epidemic — and Why the Church Should Have the Best Answer

    The world is burning out at record rates — and the church should have the best answer to it. We invented Sabbath. So why are we among the worst at practising it?

  • The Capacity Gap

    “Most leaders aren’t lazy — they’re full. Here’s a biblical and practical framework for moving from full to overflowing.”

  • 10 Tips for improving team performance.

    As a manager or team leader, it’s important to cultivate an effective team that can work together to achieve its goals. Here are 10 tips to help improve team performance: 1. Delegate By entrusting team members with key projects and responsibilities, you can make them feel more engaged and valued. 2. Make Decisions Together Inviting…

  • Mind Gym: Quotes
  • Go slow, there’s no rush take your time.

    In a world obsessed with speed, efficiency, and instant results, there’s a valuable lesson we can learn from artisans and their approach to work. Nassim Nicholas Taleb’s insightful quote (full quote at the end) captures the essence of this lesson, reminding us that the pursuit of true craftsmanship and excellence requires a different mindset—one that…

  • Front-Row Leaders: Strength and Grace

    In every journey, whether personal or professional, there are those who stand at the forefront, setting the pace and inspiring those around them. These individuals, often referred to as front-row leaders, possess a unique blend of qualities that not only drive success but also leave a mark on the people and projects they touch. In…

  • Remote Workers Need Small Talk

    At the beginning of this pandemic in March 2020 we decided that Our workers needed Smalltalk as well as needing remote meetings for productivity and planning. So we organised zoom meeting every Tuesday at 11 am for 30 minutes where we met for “a cup of tea“ The rules were simple, we don’t talk work,…

  • You Are Not Afraid of Failure, You’re Afraid of Criticism

    I remember reading this quote from Seth Godin’s excellent book called Tribes What people are afraid of isn’t failure. It’s blame. Criticism. To be a leader in any sphere of life and work you will create a tribe, a group of followers and to lead well you are going to need to overcome your fear…

  • Small Things

    Do not despise the day of small beginnings – Zechariah 4:10 Don’t aim to be the biggest aim to go the longest Don’t strive for fame rather keep bringing your best Give your all to the small Sometimes what’s missing is YOU People don’t follow principles people follow people so be the best version of…

  • Below is the guidance on specific issues which may be of use. Self-isolating if you think you or a member of your household might have coronavirus – https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-stay-at-home-guidance/stay-at-home-guidance-for-households-with-possible-coronavirus-covid-19-infection Social distancing, which is particularly important for the vulnerable – https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-on-social-distancing-and-for-vulnerable-people/guidance-on-social-distancing-for-everyone-in-the-uk-and-protecting-older-people-and-vulnerable-adults Shielding the extremely vulnerable – https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-on-shielding-and-protecting-extremely-vulnerable-persons-from-covid-19/guidance-on-shielding-and-protecting-extremely-vulnerable-persons-from-covid-19 Individuals / households: Guidance for employees – https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses-about-covid-19/covid-19-guidance-for-employees Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (furloughed workers)…