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Politicians, Preachers & the Art of Persuasion

Whether you’re a preacher, a politician, an entrepreneur, or simply a haggard employee in hopes of getting a promotion, you need to understand the fine art of persuasion. We can…

Jim Buchan September 17, 2015

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Leadership

When a Preacher Doesn’t Feel Like Preaching

I love preaching even more than I like breathing, eating, or taking a walk on the beach. So it was very strange recently when I found myself having absolutely no…

Jim Buchan March 15, 2015

Inspiration Leadership

So, You Think You’ve Died Enough Already?

I recently had an experience that forced me to die to myself. It was a "Who Moved My Cheese?" type of moment, when I made my wishes known on a…

Jim Buchan January 26, 2015

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Inspiration Leadership

The Superstar Syndrome

Leadership Lessons I Learned on the Volleyball Court In my younger days I used to be a rather good volleyball player, and it was always fun showing off my abilities…

Jim Buchan September 26, 2014

Church Health & Growth Leadership

The Myth of Full-Time Ministry

I’ll never forget the day I knelt in prayer beside the bed in my college dorm room and popped the important question: "Lord, do you want me to serve You…

Jim Buchan September 20, 2014

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Inspiration Leadership

If God Were a Blogger…Would He Write Every Day?

I’m struggling with something and wonder if you can give me some perspective. It has been several weeks since I’ve posted a new blog at JimBuchan.com. I’m feeling pretty…

Jim Buchan June 13, 2014