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Not Just a Manger – Part I
I’m sure you’ve seen it —whether on Christmas cards or the annual Christmas play. There’s Mary, the tender young girl, perhaps with…
Do You Know Your Calling?
Sometimes I have occasion to talk to younger generations. From them, I hear lots of discussion around the idea of purpose, passion,…
Law of the Lid
How do you beat the law of the lid? Do you know what the law of the lid is? John Maxwell talks…
Religiosity vs. Generosity
Does your religiosity prevent your generosity? He was nearing the end of his ministry. And his life. The religious leaders of the…
What’s the Key to Lasting Family?
I’m not sure if you’ve ever caught the movie Avalon. It’s a 1990 Barry Levinson film that was nominated for four Academy…
Family is Everything
One of the oldest family-owned businesses in America started in Turkey. Let me explain. In 1618, Avedis Zildjian, an Armenian metalsmith, worked…
Why Investing in Family Matters
I could see the lines of tension. Maybe tension wasn’t the right word. Heart-wrenching sorrow? Brokenness? They just didn’t know what to…
Advice for Grandchildren
I wanted to collect some wisdom for grandchildren. I’ve got four grandchildren of my own. I did a quick scan and here’s…
Bearing Fruit for Generations to Come
We’ve got a really big announcement. Truly. Announcing: Vyne Legacy. I’ve been working in the generosity space for over 22 years. And…
What’s God’s Purpose for Families?
I often start our Family Legacy Workshop with a question: What’s the purpose for family? In response to the question, usually there’s…
Simple Principles for Centuries of Success
We don’t think long enough when we think about family business. Most family-owned businesses last for 24 years. That’s it. And if…