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DEBT: Ballooning national debt violates Gods precepts

12
Jan Steve Marr

Trillion dollar Federal deficits, California in the news paying bills with IOU’s, and personal and corporate bankruptcies on the rise! Our nation is violating God’s precepts by accumulating this debt. Soon, we will have to pay for this debt in one way or another.

Most people, including politicians, economists, and business leaders, have something to say about the increasing debt. What does God’s Word say? What happens to people and nations who borrow too much?

When NOT to Avoid Conflict

13
May Steve Marr

Conflict in the workplace is something that most of us dislike, and therefore avoid. Often, we would rather avoid a conflict rather than deal with problematic issues, but if we fail to act, the problem will only get worse. Consider Matt. He managed a sales department for a large insurance agency and he avoided conflict with staff at any cost. When he made the nicest of suggestions and was met with resistance, Matt would either change the subject or just say it was no big deal. He was afraid that any confrontation or conflict would escalate into a shouting match. So, whether customers’ quotations were late, staff arrived tardy, or procedures were not followed, Matt would not address the issues.

Making Presentations

14
Sep Steve Marr

Most of us will need to make presentations at some point in our lifetime. These presentations may be with customers and staff, or in other speaking opportunities. Each occasion is an opportunity for you and your business. Jesus said, “Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to the whole house” (Matthew 5:15 ESV). While the Lord was referring to His words, we need to follow the example and shed light on our businesses. Any speaking opportunity, whether 60 seconds or 60 minutes, is an opportunity to shed light on our products or services.

The Lord was challenging the people, “Set forth your case, says the Lord; bring your proofs, says the King of Jacob” (Isaiah 41:21 ESV). At the start of a meeting, we may be asked to identify ourselves and explain what we do. Take that opportunity to connect quickly. Other times you may be asked to give a talk. Take advantage of these opportunities by following these simple guidelines:

First, start with a text. Preparing what...

Empowering Customer Service

15
Jul Steve Marr

Every business wants to offer top-notch customer service. Satisfied, happy, and repeat customers are key to all business success. Studies have shown that 25% of satisfied customers will tell others about your business. This creates a great army of ambassadors who are selling your business, at no additional cost to you. It pays to “be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning…”(Luke 12:35 NIV).

Steps to Completing Major Projects

08
Oct Steve Marr

Tackling large projects intimidates most people. Maryann is a good example. She owned one store and wanted to open a second store, but the required clean up, modifications, and improvements stymied her for the first month. Every time she was ready to start, the enormity of the space and amount of work intimidated her, and she would simply go back to her other store.

Someone suggested that she break down the entire project into smaller bites, and then get started. She brought in a dumpster and cleared out most of the junk. The progress alone was enough to motivate Maryann to then stay on track to complete the rest of the project. Most of us need to see measurable results in our work or we tend to get discouraged and demoralized. Jeremiah wrote, “Set up road signs; put up guideposts. Mark well the path by which you came” (Jeremiah 31:21 NLT). To stay motivated, set small measurable steps you can accomplish that allow you to see your progress.

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