These leadership tips are short insights into how to lead more effectively in every part of your life. By sharing them with you I hope to give you a shortcut around acquiring experience the hard way. Time-proven and relevant, if you pay attention you will learn something.
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These leadership tips are short insights into how to lead more effectively in every part of your life. By sharing them with you I hope to give you a shortcut around acquiring experience the hard way. Time-proven and relevant, if you pay attention you will learn something.
The book of James in the Bible, chapter 3:1-12 talks about the control of the tongue. James writes, “”We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check.”(v.2) and “no man can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison.”(v8) There are many other references in the Bible regarding the difficulty in controlling what we say. This is such a common issue that our society has clichés that highlight the problem, like, “think before you speak,” or “foot-in-mouth disease,” or “stop running your mouth before you swallow your head.” The fact of the matter is that the one who can discipline their speech will be considered wise. James also writes in 1:19, “…be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” Great advice, because taking some time to think, BEFORE speaking can solve many of the problems unleashed by undisciplined people. Your sharp tongue is not a blessing to anyone, including yourself. Follow the sage advice by Mrs. Whitaker: Before you speak, ask yourself three questions: Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it kind? If your words don’t pass these tests, it’s better to hold them back.”
Leadership Tips
These leadership tips are short insights into how to lead more effectively in every part of your life. By sharing them with you I hope to give you a shortcut around acquiring experience the hard way. Time-proven and relevant, if you pay attention you will learn something.
