Leading people is a lot like parenting—rewarding, frustrating, and sometimes you have no idea what you’re doing. I’ve been there. That’s why this blog exists—to give you real insights, practical tools, and a few laughs along the way. Because leadership doesn’t have to be so complicated.

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Hope Isn’t Hype—It’s What You Carry

In a world stretched thin and worn down, hope is more than a hashtag. For Christian business leaders, hope isn’t something you hype—it’s something you carry. Real, rooted, Spirit-shaped hope is formed in you by God and flows through you to the people you lead. It fuels vision, builds trust, and gives people a reason to believe in a better tomorrow.

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The Ethics Exam That Changed How I Think About Leadership

Facing my final MBA exam, I had one shot to graduate. Instead of playing it safe, I took a risk—challenging the problem itself. That moment changed how I think about leadership. Great leaders don’t just answer questions—they redefine them.

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Flushed with Wisdom: Leadership Lessons from an Unfortunate Phone Drop

I fumbled my phone… and watched in horror as it took a swan dive into the toilet. In that moment, I faced a real leadership test: Own my mistake or pretend it never happened? Turns out, leadership is a lot like that—handling the unexpected and laughing at yourself.

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First Class Frustration: A Lesson in Leadership (and Airline Shenanigans)

A simple seat swap on a flight turned into an unexpected leadership lesson. When tensions flared at baggage claim, I had to decide—let it go or step in? The way we handle difficult moments says more about our leadership than the situations themselves.

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A stressed businessman in a suit covers his face with his hand, reflecting the challenges of being promoted but unprepared for leadership. Bold yellow text reads 'Promoted but Unprepared' on a blue background with Preston Poore & Associates, LLC logo

Promoted but Unprepared: Navigating the Leadership Gap

Most new managers are promoted for their performance—not their leadership skills. In this blog, I share my personal leadership journey and offer four essential strategies to help you confidently step into your first management role.

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Leadership Lessons from a Broom Closet

The author reflects on early career lessons learned while working in a broom closet at Hershey. Observing colleagues’ handwashing habits, interactions with the VP revealed how small actions relate to trust and integrity. This quirky experience underscores the importance of seemingly minor behaviors in building a respectful workplace environment and effective leadership.

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