To Stretch and Be Stretched
Stretchings are uncomfortable, sometimes painful, but worth it.
Stretchings are uncomfortable, sometimes painful, but worth it.
Here are some practical tips I’ve gathered in over a decade of various transitions working in different organizations.
As a leader, I need to learn how to both look out for my people and at the same time allow them to be stretched.
It’s tiring, painful, and gets frustrating, but we give our lives anyway.
If we need to hold their hands so they can stand, we will, and we must, until the time comes when they can do so on their own.
I’ve always constantly worked my way out of my job and hopefully have encouraged others to do the same.
With experience comes the need to be careful of boxing God, allowing a past-driven present, and giving experiential counsel.
The experience of others is an even better teacher for me because I don’t have to go through the consequences of their mistakes.
We can be apathetic strangers to people, or with a little effort, we can be a hinge that leads people to the fulfillment of God’s plans for their lives.