Tremendous Tracey
The Donkey Did the Work
The Donkey Did the Work
We talk about Mary's faith. Joseph's obedience. The shepherds' wonder. The wise men's journey.
Nobody talks about the donkey.
He carried a pregnant teenager across roughly 90 miles of rocky terrain. No GPS. No idea why. No applause when they arrived. He just... walked. One hoof in front of the other. Slow and steady.
Every organization has a donkey. Not the racehorse chasing the next win. Not the show pony looking for the spotlight. The one who shows up, shuts up, and carries the weight so someone else can fulfill their calling.
This Christmas, it's time to find yours.
Embracing Humility: Leadership in the Lowly
How many of us, as leaders, envision ourselves entering our roles with such humility? Yet, as Christ exemplifies, this is the only authentic way for a leader to make their mark on any stage. Allow me to share a poignant anecdote from my father, Charlie "Tremendous" Jones, which illustrates the essence of humility. This excerpt is from his speech, The Price of Leadership.
