In some South Pacific cultures, a speaker holds a conch shell as a symbol of temporary position of authority. Leaders must understand who holds the conch-that is, who should be listened to and when.

When trust permeates a ministry, great things are possible, not the least of which is an opportunity to reach the ministry's potential.

Leadership is much more an art, a belief, a condition of the heart, than a set of things to do.

Integrity in all things precedes all else. The open demonstration of integrity is essential.

We are alone, absolutely alone on this chance planet; and amid all the forms of life that surround us, not one, excepting the dog has made an alliance with us.

Leadership is liberating people to do what is required of them in the most effective and humane way possible.

Everyone in a successful organization must be willing and ready to risk. Risk is like change; it's not a choice.