What’s your creative medium?
I would have called myself and un-creative for years. I didn’t excel in art class, and I was a far cry from an art major in college. I hated writing, my pictures were sub-par and my drawings always looked cartoonish. How can someone be creative if they don’t have a...
Everyone’s a Genius has launched!!!
Launching a book is like streaking through a wedding reception… and then realizing it’s your friend’s wedding. It’s a hit of adrenaline with a side of vulnerable fear. That’s the truth. But it’s always worth it when someone says, “This message changed my life!”...
Hands + Hearts
Dan was always making things as a kid. He loved to tinker, to try to make things better. He was always fascinated by an old leather bag his dad had, the leather was old and worn. It mesmerized him. He was amazed that it was still every bit as strong as it was the day...
4 Excuses we all use about Creativity
The topic of creativity stirs up a lot of emotion. A few people get excited to talk about it, but most shut down immediately. That’s exactly why the conversation about genius is so crucial. That’s exactly why I had to write Everyone’s a Genius to break down our...
Jesus; the Third Culture Kid
A few weeks ago I got the opportunity to meet with some great leaders in Orange County, CA. We talked about neighborhoods, community and flourishing through the lens of the Gospel. One speaker, Chrissy Remsberg, shared some brilliant connections during at event...
Break through your writing barriers! Announcing the writers cohort
I talk to a lot of people who want to write. They have a lot of fears. They don't know where to start. They don't feel qualified. They didn't get A's on their papers in English class. They're intimidated. They "don't have time". But they have a burning desire to get...
Questions every leader should be asking
I spend a lot of time doing accidental qualitative research with leaders. In other words, I listen while a lot of leaders talk. Over a good cup of coffee or during a coaching session issues leak out. Every leader has them. Leadership is hard and continues to...
Fidget Spinners and the age of Distraction
Whoever created fidget spinners is belly laughing at the world on their yacht right now. What a brilliant idea to transform ball bearings into time wasters! My kids have a few of these, and I’ve been known to a grab a few spins each week. Don’t judge me. This...
The Genius Giveaway; helping you launch your big idea
There's nothing more fulfilling than turning ideas into realities that impact others. Well, maybe there is. The only thing I love more than launching ideas myself is helping others launch theirs. I get the privilege of coaching leaders through the stages of...
So, you want to write?
It was the end of senior year of college, and the whole earth was about to become my oyster. Or something like that. I had just finished the most grueling and boring project of my academic career; an eighty page senior thesis. I was preparing to sit down with...
