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3 Ways to Lead in Chaos

Written by Chuck Olson

February 2015 – We laugh about it now. It was back-to-school night—our final one. Our youngest son was starting his senior year at Peninsula High School. Pattie and I had got this drill down pretty well. Continue reading …

Avoiding the Penalty Box

Written by Chuck Olson

January 2015 – Jimmy couldn’t wait until he turned six. Jimmy’s dad was a professional hockey player—a perennial star in the NHL—and the deal was that when he turned six, he could go to the arena Continue reading …

6 Things You Need to Know About Who You Are

Written by Chuck Olson

December 2014 – The Navy Seal creed opens with these words: In times of war or uncertainty there is a special breed of warrior ready to answer our Nation’s call. A common man with uncommon desire Continue reading …

Taking the Fast Track to Self-Awareness

Written by Chuck Olson

November 2014 – It was clear that this person just didn’t get it. The setting was a leadership conference and it was breakout time. As the host organization, one of my roles was to make sure Continue reading …

Being a Mission-Ready Leader

Written by Chuck Olson

October 2014 – “I can’t believe I get to do this!” Each year at this time, I have the incredible privilege to launch a handful of discipleship groups for Kingdom-hungry leaders. These groups are called Rock Solid—rock Continue reading …

Navigating Tough Talks

Written by Chuck Olson

September 2014 – The tension in his voice was undeniable. His halting words spoke volumes. Brian’s working relationship with his boss was broken. Badly. A candid conversation was overdue, but he wasn’t sure where to start. Continue reading …

Leadership Strategies for the Unexpected

Written by Chuck Olson

August 2014 – We were having an amazing time! Laughing. Joking. High-fiving. To make the most of summertime, Pattie and I had invited a bunch of our friends to take a six-week dance class at the Continue reading …

The Life-Giving Gift of Sabbath

Written by Chuck Olson

July 2014 – We were dialed in at the local Thai bistro, paralleling the world-renown Colorado Boulevard, enjoying our Panang chicken curry. Following some family updates, our conversation quickly moved from checking in on the events Continue reading …

3 Values to Drive Your Day

Written by Chuck Olson

June 2014 – It was a typical Sunday The Olson station wagon circa 1965 (with faux wood paneling) had just rambled up the driveway of our Halm Avenue home for a quick stop between church and Continue reading …

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Everyone’s life gets better when a leader’s life gets stronger.

– Chuck Olson

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