Have you ever mistaken someone’s pain for rudeness? I have. Not long ago, I sat in a room full of Christian professionals, listening to stories of faith in the workplace. One story in particular has stayed with me. A veterinarian stood and began quietly, “People think my work is mostly about animals. Truth is, it …
I recently learned about a business exercise called the Marshmallow Challenge. It was created by designer Peter Skillman as a way to explore how teams solve problems. It is simple enough. Divide people into teams of four, hand them a handful of spaghetti sticks, a roll of tape, and a single marshmallow. Then give them …
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Ever noticed how Coca-Cola just hits different at McDonald’s? It’s colder, crisper, bubblier—like it took a cold shower, ironed its shirt, and showed up early to impress. Try it sometime. Taste a Coke from Burger King, Wendy’s, maybe Culver’s, and then take a sip at McDonald’s. One taste, and you’ll nod your head in agreement: …
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Today, I was thinking about a moment I shared with my son—not once, but twice. A moment so unforgettable, so chaotic and beautiful, it feels like something between a sports documentary and a Southern campmeeting. It was last October, under the lights of Neyland Stadium, when Tennessee did the unthinkable—beat Alabama. Again. I was wearing …
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