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The Leadership Well

2024-06-12T12:35:11-04:00

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Follow the Leader: Becoming an Inspirational Leader

Last updated on: June 12, 2024 at 12:35 pm   By Rev. Evita L. Smith, M.Div, MSOL

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When I was little, I loved to play the game, “follow the leader”.  Most of us are familiar with the children’s game.  One person is chosen as the leader and then everyone else lines up behind the person and does whatever the leader does.  If the leader jogs in place, everyone is line jogs in place.  If the leader, puts their hands on their head, everyone in line does likewise.  Ultimately, the leader is to inspire others to mimic the... Read more

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2024-02-17T07:35:41-05:00

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How to Create an Environment of Intimacy as a Team

Last updated on: February 17, 2024 at 7:35 am   By Rev. Evita L. Smith, M.Div, MSOL

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What is a Team? Many of us would not think of the term intimacy when we talk about teams.  When we think of the term intimacy, we are thinking about those with whom we are in a romantic relationship or a friendship at a minimum.  However, if we think about what the purpose of a team is, we would do well to consider how we can develop intimacy even with our working and serving teams.  According to Management Study Guide,... Read more

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2023-11-13T07:46:45-05:00

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Do You Have Time? The Error of Time Management

Last updated on: November 13, 2023 at 7:46 am   By Rev. Evita L. Smith, M.Div, MSOL

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We seem to be running out of time.  We are all hoping and wishing for more time.  Everyone and everything is moving a warp speed.    The question is are we running out of time or are we failing to use our time wisely?  George Carlin said, “a time machine will be built, but no one will have time to use it”.  How can we be better at managing ourselves that we can maximize our time? We live under the assumption... Read more

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2023-10-29T17:08:46-04:00

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Who Are You Calling Biased?

Last updated on: October 29, 2023 at 5:08 pm   By Rev. Evita L. Smith, M.Div, MSOL

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“So God created humans in his image, in the image of God he created them, male and female he created them.” (Genesis 1:27 NRSV). “Then afterward I will pour out my spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions.” (Joel 2:28 NRSV) “And he made from one man every nation of mankind to live on all the face of the earth…” (Acts 17:26 NRSV).... Read more

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2023-10-15T19:57:29-04:00

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Becoming Community

Last updated on: October 15, 2023 at 7:57 pm   By Rev. Evita L. Smith, M.Div, MSOL

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“I need you. You need me.  We’re all a part of God’s body. It is His will that ever need be supplied.  You are important to me; I need you to survive.” These are the words by Bishop Hezekiah Walker.  The words to “I Need You” have been sung everywhere from the church to the public square.  The song reminds us of our interdependence as a community of believers.  Romans 12:4-5 says, “For as in one body we have many... Read more

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2023-10-12T21:50:16-04:00

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All the Feels: Acknowledging, Understanding and Honoring Our Emotions

Last updated on: October 12, 2023 at 9:50 pm   By Rev. Evita L. Smith, M.Div, MSOL

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Many of us can attest to dealing with someone with out-of-control emotions.  Maybe it is the boss or manager who appears to become easily angered.  They yell at their employees, and it seems no amount of work output is ever good enough for them.  Or perhaps you have had to encounter the testy two-year old who throws a tantrum when they do not get their way.  Or it could be the growing pains of the teenager who appears upset every... Read more

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2023-10-04T20:51:32-04:00

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Live Your Purpose with Passion

Last updated on: October 4, 2023 at 8:51 pm   By Rev. Evita L. Smith, M.Div, MSOL

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The pandemic led to more people desiring to know their purpose.  As society and the world of work experienced a seismic shift, people began soul searching for deeper meaning.  With newfound downtime, as the world seemed to grind to a halt, people began to re-evaluate their lives.  They began to ask the important questions such as “what am I here for”, “what should I be pursuing”, “am I living my purpose”. Many of us are guilty of it.  We were... Read more

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2023-10-01T17:54:34-04:00

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The Final Countdown: Time to Reflect and Review

Last updated on: October 1, 2023 at 5:54 pm   By Rev. Evita L. Smith, M.Div, MSOL

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As we enter the fourth quarter of the year, for some, it becomes a time of panic.  The clock feels like it is ticking down and we are running out of time.  Out of time to complete the things we set out to do this year.  Out of time to get things done as the end of the year draws nearer.  Out of time because we know once Thanksgiving comes, the year is almost a wrap.  We spend so much... Read more

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2023-09-29T14:53:45-04:00

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Developing the Leader Within

Last updated on: September 29, 2023 at 2:53 pm   By Rev. Evita L. Smith, M.Div, MSOL

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I am a person who loves personal and leadership development.  If one was to look at my bookshelf, it would be evident, personal and leadership development are topics I am passionate about.  I love to study leadership. So much so, I obtained a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership.  As a pastor, business owner and coach, it is important to me, to not only learn about these subjects in order to help my clients or parishioners, but it is also important... Read more

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2023-09-24T15:49:50-04:00

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Why is Being an Introvert Considered a Bad Thing?

Last updated on: September 24, 2023 at 3:49 pm   By Rev. Evita L. Smith, M.Div, MSOL

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“You are too quiet.”  “We don’t feel like we get to know you.”  “Why do you go to your car for lunch?”  For most of my working career, I have heard statement like these.  While I think I am doing what I am supposed to do by coming to work, doing my job to the best of my ability, for some who work with me, it was not enough.  They did not like that I was not talkative or didn’t... Read more

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