AN OUTREACH OF IOM AMERICA | INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP OF EXCHANGED LIFE
November 19, 2014 - In This Issue:
Preston & Dianne Gillham
What To Expect...
"My typical engagement transpires either in person, during an off-site retreat, over the telephone, or via video conference. Each option has distinct advantages and a few disadvantages. Ultimately, I will do whatever it takes to ensure our work succeeds." - Preston

Learn More About What To Expect:
"I do not take partnerships lightly. In fact, I won't accept a partnership with a ministry leader unless we share the same identity - that of being in Christ and drinking from the same cup of the indwelling mind of Jesus.  Preston is one of those fellow believers I not only call friend, but a co-worker of the Grace of God!  I highly recommend the Lord's work through him to you."  
"Pres, I really, really appreciate your writing. You write out the struggles and fights I have with God. All the same questions, all the same thoughts. You give me amazing, amazing hope. Over the past few months your writings have been a light, a guide and an anchor to me. Thank you."   -Joy

BATTLE FOR THE ROUND TOWER
"I found myself reading "Battle for the Round Tower" just as I did my initial reading of "The Chronicles of Narnia," which I first did as an adult. While there was clearly spiritual symbolism, the first time through I read almost entirely for the pleasure of the story. Then, I did a second, slower reading, intentionally hunting for and relishing each truth discovered on the journey. As a woman, I especially appreciated the juxtaposition of the rugged masculinity with the sensitive vulnerability of Hank."   -Tricia

Baby Names
By Preston Gillham
I met Dave a month ago on his seventh birthday-seventh month, that is. He couldn't really do much other than roll over, and he couldn't speak a word, although the potential was there judging by his lung capacity at feeding time.

 

As babies usually are, he was cute as a bug, with monstrous blue eyes accented by eye lashes any woman would envy. Much like me, his hair hadn't all come in yet, so his head was covered with blonde fuzz that begged to have my cheek against it. And when rubbed, the skin on his head wrinkled up in silky waves.

 

Dave held my finger and chewed on it with his two bottom teeth, ignored all the fancy toys his parents had carted to the house, and was totally infatuated with our dog, Honey, who was equally interested in Dave. She couldn't quite figure if this was competition or simply a moving ornament. It was clear from the start that Dave's hands were always wet, and therefore, pulled her hair when he patted her. After the initial... Read Full Article  


LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Developing Genuine Leaders
pres, preston, iom, gillham True leaders are formed, not born. Leadership is demonstrated and grown and nurtured. In other words, leaders are developed.

They don't call it "human capital" for nothing. You are worth the investment and development and thoughtful care necessary to build your human capital.

 

None of us are designed to be islands. Even though we fancy ourselves independent, "one" is a lonely number. And, the greater the demand and expectation is on a leader, the more lonely life can be, which dramatically increases the risk of a mistake. I can help manage the risks to your reputation while developing your effectiveness as a leader and person.

 

We all need assistance segmenting our giftedness and responsibilities into meaningful and manageable skills. We all need someone who helps guard our backside and looks out for our blind spots. We all need someone to protect our potential while guiding our human development. This is especially true for those in leadership roles.   Learn More



Preston Gillham
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Fort Worth, TX 76110-1714
(817) 585-4185
Preston@PrestonGillham.com

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