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Is ICF-Certified Coaching Worth It? Here's What the Data Actually Says
The picture on this post is Fernando and me on the roof of our church building. We were up there tracking down a leak — Fernando's the one who actually found it.
The Coaching Paradox: Why Being "Nice" Is Failing Your Team
A few weeks ago, Pastor David Lopez spoke at our church. If you've ever been in a room with David, you know exactly what I mean when I say he doesn't dance around a point.
Character Doesn't Change When the Pressure Does
Character Doesn't Change When the Pressure Does. Talent gets you noticed. Character is what determines whether people still trust you once the pressure hits. I've been fortunate to have a front-row seat to that truth both locally and globally.
Stagnant Leaders Don't Last — Here's How to Grow Intentionally, With Your Team
There's an old truth that shows up in Scripture long before it showed up in any leadership textbook: nothing that's alive stays the same size forever.
The Power of Celebration: Why Honoring the Right Commitments Transforms Leadership and Team Culture
This weekend I had the privilege of attending the wedding of a good friend, Matthew, along with my wife, Yami. I reflected on the importance of celebrating what matters most in the lives of others.
The Guide, Not the Expert: 3 Leadership Coaching Principles Every Business Leader Should Learn from ICF Certified Coaches
Last Sunday we baptized several people in our church. I was reflecting on how each of them arrived at that moment. It wasn't a single decision — it was a series of conversations, deepening understanding, growing faith, and a desire to honor God.
Your Best Coaching Move With an Underperforming Team Member Has Nothing to Do With Advice
Here is the hard truth most leadership books skip over. When someone on your team is not performing, your first instinct is to fix it. You schedule a meeting, you come prepared with feedback, and you walk them through exactly what needs to change.
What My Nephew's Jiu-Jitsu Match Taught Me About the Art of Coaching
I didn't expect to leave a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym thinking about coaching competencies. But that's exactly what happened last week. I watched my nephew Jordan participate in his weekly class.
Why Executive Leaders Need ICF-Accredited Coach Training in 2026
Why Executive Leaders Need ICF-Accredited Coach Training in 2026 Executive leaders are held to a standard that leaves zero room for guesswork.
When the Plan Changes: How Serving Others in Crisis Is the Greatest Coaching Skill You'll Ever Use
There is a moment in every leader's life when the plan you made gives way to the need right in front of you.
Leading Through Service: What Cross-Cultural Ministry Teaches Our Young Leaders
Leading Through Service: What Cross-Cultural Ministry Teaches Our Young Leaders.This summer, a group of students and young adults boarded a plane in Miami headed for Kenya or the Dominican Republic.
Leadership gets you to the room. Coaching gets others ready for it.
Hit a Career Ceiling? The Pivot Every Leader Needs Why Executive Coaching Certification Is the Smartest Career Move for High-Performing Leaders
Construction Teams Perform Better When Leaders Grow
The Blueprint for Construction Leadership: Why the Best Construction Owners and Leaders Are Becoming
How Do You Lead a High-Performing Team When Work Has Fundamentally Changed?
How Do You Lead a High-Performing Team When Work Has Fundamentally Changed? If your team needs more meetings to stay aligned than to actually do the work… something has already broken.
The "Leadership Lid" is Real—and It’s Costing You Everything
Most leaders don’t lose their jobs because they’re bad at what they do. They lose them because they stopped growing before the market shifted. If you aren't actively increasing your competence today, you're planning for your own stagnation.
Announcing our New ICF Certified Professional Coach Cohort!
I'm so excited to announce our new ICF-Accredited Coach Certification Cohort! Own Your Next: Join the May 16th Cohort! Become an ICF Certified Coach!
Help Your Leaders Thrive in 2026 in Beyond
Imagine a leader you know—let’s give her a name, Sarah. She’s brilliant, driven, and heads up a high-performing division. But lately, she’s been waking up at 3 AM with a cold dread. It's not the quarterly numbers; those are fine.
What Your Airline Miles Can Teach You About Leading
Recently, I was traveling to Kenya with my good friend, Juan. Some think my friend is actually my personal bodyguard. If I needed one, he would definitely be my first choice. As a military veteran, Juan is always thinking about safety.
The hidden cost of avoiding difficult conversations
Is there a real cost when difficult conversations are avoided? What about for your team? Research published in the Journal of Organizational Behavior shows that teams engaging in open, constructive dialogue see up to 25% higher decision quality.
The hardest move I’ve ever planned (and it wasn’t mine)
I’ve spent my life helping people move. I’ve written 29 books on the subject of growth, change, marriage, and leadership. But this Friday, all that expertise feels very small. This Friday, we're moving my mother into an Assisted Living Facility.