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“THINKABOUTIT” THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Wednesday; June 18, 2008

                                     

         Every-once-in-a-while, when I need to get myself re-centered, I go back to one of the keenest minds of our nation’s history; Will Rogers.  Several years ago, Will noted, “Personally, I have always felt the best doctor in the world is the veterinarian. He can't ask his patients what is the matter — he's got to just know.”.

          While this observation is obvious, it’s also an insightful look into leadership.  Most authorities on leadership laud the value of listening; but, those who are special are the ones who have the ability to know what’s going on inside their people without having to ask.  Whether its a parent, teacher, boss or mentor those who are able blend their eyes, ears and intuition together and figure out what’s going on inside another’s life –they are the ones who really make a difffernce.

          Have we been called to work with people?  If so, are we taking the time to really figure out what’s going on in the their lives?  Sometimes they can tell us; but, when they can’t, that may be when we really need to know.

          Think about it!  For the Madison Avenue Church of Christ; this is Charlie Wharton.

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