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The Tides Of Life (Chicago), C. William Pollard
The Tides Of Life (Chicago), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
This speech was originally delivered at a Moody Business Network Luncheon, part of a series of such luncheons organized by The Moody Church in Chicago. In it Pollard posits that servant leadership -- while not always explicitly Christian -- is oftentimes the primary way one actualizes Christian values in the workplace.
To Lead Like Jesus - An Awesome Responsibility, C. William Pollard
To Lead Like Jesus - An Awesome Responsibility, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this address at the Lead Like Jesus Summit (Four Seasons at Las Colinas - Dallas, TX), Pollard reflects on how he worked to apply the way of Jesus while leading a Fortune 500 company.
Business As A Calling / Profit As A Virtue, C. William Pollard
Business As A Calling / Profit As A Virtue, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
This speech was delivered at a Symposium on Corporations, Capitalism, and Christianity sponsored by The Center for Lifelong Learning at Windsor Park Retirement Community in Carol Stream, IL. In it Pollard considers the integration of business and faith, focusing primarily on how leaders must cultivate the humanity of their employees while simultaneously maximizing profit.
The Awesome Responsibility Of Leadership (Chicago), C. William Pollard
The Awesome Responsibility Of Leadership (Chicago), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this address at the University of Chicago's Booth Graduate School of Business, Pollard reflects on the need for servant leadership among corporate managers. Such leadership, he contends, will be rooted in faith and oriented to the holistic development of those the organization employs.
Leadership In Turbulent Times (Indianapolis), C. William Pollard
Leadership In Turbulent Times (Indianapolis), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Whereas many Christians consider business a "necessary evil," in this address at the Christian Bookseller's Association Advance 2007 meeting (Indianapolis, IN) Pollard argues that profit can be virtuous, especially if corporate managers set the tone by considering themselves the servants of those they lead.
Leading With Timeless Values In Turbulent Times (Oak Brook, Il), C. William Pollard
Leading With Timeless Values In Turbulent Times (Oak Brook, Il), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this speech at the Executives Breakfast Club of Oak Brook, IL, Pollard asks whether businesses can uphold "timeless values" in a pluralistic society. He goes on to contend that they can if only managers see themselves as being moral as well as corporate leaders.
Etched In Stone, Engraved On The Heart (Palos Heights, Il), C. William Pollard
Etched In Stone, Engraved On The Heart (Palos Heights, Il), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Speaking at a meeting of the Trinity Business Network, Pollard considers how contemporary business leaders might integrate faith and work while also serving their families and building businesses oriented to a "greater purpose."
Etched In Stone, Engraved On The Heart (Arlington, Tx), C. William Pollard
Etched In Stone, Engraved On The Heart (Arlington, Tx), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this speech at the 2006 C12 Leader's Conference (Arlington, TX), Pollard considers how contemporary business leaders might integrate faith and work while also serving their families and building businesses oriented to a "greater purpose."
Leadership In Turbulent Times (Jackson, Tn), C. William Pollard
Leadership In Turbulent Times (Jackson, Tn), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Speaking at Union University (Jackson, TN), Pollard contends that the turbulent years in which we live require moral leadership oriented to cultivating purpose in people's lives.
Leadership In Turbulent Times (Seattle), C. William Pollard
Leadership In Turbulent Times (Seattle), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Speaking at Seattle Pacific University, Pollard contends that the turbulent years in which we live require moral leadership oriented to cultivating purpose in people's lives.
Leadership In Turbulent Times (Kansas City, Mo), C. William Pollard
Leadership In Turbulent Times (Kansas City, Mo), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Addressing the members of the Workplace Coalition of Kansas City, Pollard contends that the turbulent years in which we live require moral leadership oriented to cultivating purpose in people's lives.
Etched In Stone, Engraved On The Heart (Rogers, Ar - Short Version), C. William Pollard
Etched In Stone, Engraved On The Heart (Rogers, Ar - Short Version), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this shorter version of a speech delivered at the Soderquist Center/Promise Keeper's 2005 CEO Summit on Purposeful Leadership, Pollard considers how contemporary business leaders might integrate faith and work while also serving their families and building businesses oriented to a "greater purpose."
Etched In Stone, Engraved On The Heart (Rogers, Ar - Long Version), C. William Pollard
Etched In Stone, Engraved On The Heart (Rogers, Ar - Long Version), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this longer version of a speech delivered at the Soderquist Center/Promise Keeper's 2005 CEO Summit on Purposeful Leadership, Pollard considers how contemporary business leaders might integrate faith and work while also serving their families and building businesses oriented to a "greater purpose."
Responsible Leadership - The Ethic Of Right Behavior (Chicago), C. William Pollard
Responsible Leadership - The Ethic Of Right Behavior (Chicago), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this speech at a 2004 Rotary One luncheon, Pollard calls on business leaders to run their organizations as moral communities oriented to the "development of human character."
Leading In Turbulent Times, C. William Pollard
Leading In Turbulent Times, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this speech at the plenary session of the 2002 Regent College Pastors' Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, Pollard encourages pastors to see their congregants' workplaces in the same way that they see their homes and families, i.e. as places of moral formation.
The Leader Who Serves (Colorado Springs, Co), C. William Pollard
The Leader Who Serves (Colorado Springs, Co), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Pollard delivered this speech at the 2001 meeting of the Christian Management Association, which was held at the Rocky Mountain Regional Christian Management Institute in Colorado Springs, CO. In it he outlines the primary characteristics of a servant leader.
The Soul Of The Firm (Harleysville, Pa), C. William Pollard
The Soul Of The Firm (Harleysville, Pa), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Addressing the Mennonite Homes Association, Pollard considers the role that a clear mission and committed leaders will play in a changing economic environment. In particular, he contends that corporate leaders are called to be first and foremost the servants of those they employ.
Built To Last - Leadership Principles That Are Timeless, C. William Pollard
Built To Last - Leadership Principles That Are Timeless, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this address at the CMA Conference in Nashville, Pollard outlines the primary characteristics of a servant leader and argues that only people-focused institutions are "built to last."
The Soul Of The Firm (Santa Fe, Nm), C. William Pollard
The Soul Of The Firm (Santa Fe, Nm), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
This speech was delivered at the 1997 fall seminar of the Evangelical Christian Publishing Association in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In it Pollard addresses what he calls the "confusion" and "insecurity" felt by many Americans at the turn of the century. To remedy this situation the corporate leader must adopt a servant attitude, one that helps her prioritize the well-being of the people who make up any given institution.
The Soul Of The Firm (Nairobi, Kenya), C. William Pollard
The Soul Of The Firm (Nairobi, Kenya), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this speech at the Daystar Symposium (Nairobi, Kenya), Pollard notes that whereas the "theory of the firm" is often defined by the objective goal of maximizing profit, the "soul of the firm" should be considered the people the organization employs. Corporate success, therefore, requires that profit be considered alongside the development of character.
Speech At Florida Southern College, C. William Pollard
Speech At Florida Southern College, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this speech at Florida Southern College (Lakeland, FL), Pollard considers how the free-market system can be a force for good if only business leaders would conceive of themselves as stewards of any given firm's greatest asset, namely its people.
Leading By Serving - Renewal Of Focus On Others, C. William Pollard
Leading By Serving - Renewal Of Focus On Others, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In remarks delivered to the Harvard Business School Club of Chicago, Pollard notes that a radically changing socio-political climate calls for business leaders committed to serving the people that make up their organizations.