December 15, 2017
As I spend time with the 20 and 30-somethings and the newer generations, I am truly mesmerized by their emboldened character traits. I love these generations for so many things; their desire to make a difference, non-judgmental attitudes, nomad traits—going anywhere to find the tribe that can support their passions, and shaping their own fabrics … Continue reading What About Kindness
October 23, 2017
I’m getting deeper into authoring our new book – Millennial Money – and it is fascinating and refreshing to explore the mindsets of the young adult generation regarding jobs (either career or entrepreneurial), and how they view life in general. We know that in all phases of their lives, they desire to be a part … Continue reading Plan Without Doubt: 3 Ways to Move Forward
May 25, 2017
In the days of the early west, wagon trains led groups of explorers to new lands. They used oxen and horses to pull their loads. There is something about newness and adventure that captivates our imaginations and gives us motivation to keep exploring and pressing on toward new horizons. This quest can present itself in … Continue reading Equally Yoked: Three Keys to Coming Alongside
May 9, 2017
My four year old grandson came to me recently and said “Grandpa, I have issues.” Surprised that such a young lad would utter or even think of such reasoning, I nevertheless replied “Elijah, it’s OK, I have issues too.” And so it is than from the mouths of babes come the most succinct truths. One … Continue reading Don’t Hem Me In – 3 Ways To Lead, NOT Corral Millennials
April 19, 2017
I remember in junior high school, I had a quarrel with one of my friends. I don’t remember the reason for the dispute. What I do remember is that my friend was twice the size of me, and was by nature a bully. We decided to fight. We established the showdown at “high noon,” and the … Continue reading Overcoming Self-Doubt: Four Ways Forward
April 12, 2017
Millennials have been sifting through the sands of post-modern relativism and are honing in on what they value and espouse. They claim to be the most non-judgmental generation, yet are indeed making value judgments and tossing out that which just doesn’t feel like a match in the world they are creating. In the post-modern relativistic … Continue reading Dumpster Diving: 3 Things to Keep, 3 Things to Toss, 3 Things to Unify
March 21, 2017
Peter Drucker said “The most common source of mistakes…..is the emphasis on finding the right answer rather than the right question.” My four year old grandson is passing through a stage where he is taking in life with a firehose. His constant question is “Why?” It makes me stop and think about so many things. … Continue reading Affirmative Exiles; Why Millennials Are Blazing New Trails
March 10, 2017
This past week I had the opportunity to lead a discussion with an ENACTUS group and also a church group discussing key topics such as congruence and authenticity. In each group of about 20 Millennials, I started by thanking the group for the great examples they are to other generations. I do love the way … Continue reading 3 Keys to Stop Judging and Start Celebrating
February 2, 2017
In no way would I ever try to minimize the wondrous nature of the twelve step processes involved in addiction recovery. In fact, I honor these practitioners and participants. I hope my twelve step formula to bridge generational gaps honors these precepts. In my research and writing about understanding and celebrating Millennials, I am often … Continue reading Twelve Steps to Bridge Generational Gaps
January 11, 2017
I grew up in an era when someone could say “That person is spiritual” or “That person is religious,” and it would mean the same thing. That is not the simple world we live in anymore. A majority of Millennials describe themselves as spiritual but not necessarily religious. In this article I would like to … Continue reading Spiritual But Not Religious (SBNR)? Bridge the Gap with Millennials-Part One
