Only one week from today is a fantastic conference/simulcast: The Chick-fil-A Leadercast. I’m so pleased to be a part of a fantastic lineup of speakers, including Jim Collins (Good to Great), Tony Dungy (retired NFL Super Bowl-winning coach), Mark Sanborn (The Fred Factor), and Chip Heath (Made to Stick). And while the conference will be…

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Hello! I hope you’re enjoying the final month of 2009. I know MY month began pretty eventfully: On Tuesday, December 1, I had knee replacement surgery. My knee had been causing me trouble for awhile, but still, choosing to have surgery wasn’t easy. After all, I wasn’t looking forward to the pain or the recovery…

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Getting ready to help me with my book? Only two weeks until the first chapter goes up right here on this blog. If you follow me on Twitter, you probably saw my posts about opportunities to view my teaching on TV and online last week. But trust me: I, of all people, understand anyone’s reluctance…

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It’s just over a week since my mother’s memorial service, and I’m still amazed at the outpouring of support for our family. Thank you for your encouragement! In a return to my normal speaking schedule, I’m guest preaching Sunday at the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, California. The Crystal Cathedral, founded by Robert A. Schuller…

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It’s Monday evening here in Manila, Philippines. I arrived on Sunday, and since then I’ve been adjusting to the time difference and revisiting the wonderful culture and cuisine here. Although I wasn’t too disappointed to be greeted at the airport with… Krispy Kreme Donuts! Yes, my hosts met me with a box of Krispy Kremes.…

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This week I’m enjoying time with extended family for Easter. The kids and grandbabies are here, and we’re having a wonderful time making memories. But here are a couple places you can find me both online and in person in the near future: I spoke about a very famous dreamer at the Crystal Cathedral recently.…

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