Should I Be Attractive?

I really try not to fuss about the challenges of being a woman in a leadership role, particularly an arena (church work) where leadership is primarily male-dominated, however occasionally I just have to rant a bit. I came across this article the other day from a Fox News alert entitled “Female Candidates Judged on Looks […]

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Unleashing the Power of Rubber Bands

Back in August I had the privilege to hear Nancy Ortberg speak for the first time at The Gifted to Lead Conference that she was co-hosting with Nancy Beach.  As Nancy O. spoke I found myself scribbling frantically trying to capture all the insightful nuggets she was sharing.  I usually appreciate people who speak fast […]

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Gifted to Lead Session 3 & 4

In session three Nancy Ortberg spoke about “Creating a Rhythm of Life”.  Her key question was: What can you do to create a rhythm in your life that renews the life of God in you? In this question she is referring to both how we are connecting with and growing in Christ as well as […]

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Gifted to Lead Session 3 & 4

In session three Nancy Ortberg spoke about “Creating a Rhythm of Life”.  Her key question was: What can you do to create a rhythm in your life that renews the life of God in you? In this question she is referring to both how we are connecting with and growing in Christ as well as […]

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Gifted to Lead – Session 1 & 2 highlights

It’s a great day at Gifted to Lead so far!  I am so inspired by the wealth of wisdom, humor, and heart of Nancy Beach and Nancy Ortberg – two truly remarkable women! Nancy Beach opened the day challenging us to think about the defining moments in our life as leaders.  She encouraged us to […]

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Gifted to Lead – Session 1 & 2 highlights

It’s a great day at Gifted to Lead so far!  I am so inspired by the wealth of wisdom, humor, and heart of Nancy Beach and Nancy Ortberg – two truly remarkable women! Nancy Beach opened the day challenging us to think about the defining moments in our life as leaders.  She encouraged us to […]

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Soaking it in…

Well not the sun… just yet.  I’m headed to the beach in September to do that kind of soakin’. But this week I’ll be soaking in some leadership knowledge.  I’m a bit of a conference junkie so I’m very excited about attending Gifted to Lead and the Willow Leadership Summit this week. Can’t wait to […]

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Wednesday’s Women of Influence

If you have been in ministry or church circles for any length of time, odds are you have been influenced by these two women. Nancy Beach and Nancy Ortberg have had an amazing amount of influence in recent years and I am so excited about the “Gifted to Lead” workshop that they are hosting at […]

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Wednesday's Women of Influence

If you have been in ministry or church circles for any length of time, odds are you have been influenced by these two women. Nancy Beach and Nancy Ortberg have had an amazing amount of influence in recent years and I am so excited about the “Gifted to Lead” workshop that they are hosting at […]

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