Do You Want More?

Published 8 months ago • 1 min read

"In a season obsessed with more, leaders must learn the art of discerning enough."

More is not something we shy away from in modern society.

Thanksgiving in particular always lends to more food. I'm sitting here eating my 5th meal of Thanksgiving leftovers, and I'm not even sad about it. It could get tiring soon, but not likely as it begins to take on different forms, such as our favorite: turkey enchiladas.

I'm also seeing all the Black Friday advertisements with emails and text messages shouting at me to buy this and that.

More money, more things, more opportunities, more time, more, more...

Is that what we are here for?

As leaders, it's our job to determine what needs more and where we have enough.

I was coaching a young leader last week through a tough conversation he needed to have with a peer. He had determined that changes were needed, but knew it would come at a cost. Does the project need more, or is it enough? How do you support others when you know they want more, but it's better to complete the project as it is now?

Every leader faces similar situations. Like this young leader, making these decisions and executing on them can be tough.

Let me encourage you to take opportunities this season to embrace less and really decide what needs more. Not everything needs more, but it is okay to lean into those things that do.

As for me, I’m going to enjoy these leftovers a little longer—and spend more time focusing on what really matters.

I hope this season gives you space to do the same.

Thanks for reading,

Phil

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