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Managing in the Midst of Chaos

"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." (James 1:2-4)

James offers us a very sobering piece of advice. In so many words, he's asking each one of us to not only be thankful for the adverse situations we face, but also to recognize the necessity of adversity for taking us to the next level. As James goes on, is his reference to listening, the regulating of what we say, and warning against our inflated egos a coincidence? Or was he highlighting some basic tendencies we have as human beings and as leaders when we face trials and adversity?

Leading during times of personal and organizational pressure is hard work. These times probably left you more aware of your strengths and limitations, and shaped your leadership as you know it today. They also presented you with the daily challenge of taking ...

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