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The Soul Of Our Work (Article), C. William Pollard
The Soul Of Our Work (Article), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this article based on a speech delivered at the Faith at Work Summit, Pollard speaks of how Christians can be "ambassadors for Christ" in their work by adopting people-focused leadership strategies.
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.
The Quest For The Entrepreneurial Spirit, C. William Pollard
The Quest For The Entrepreneurial Spirit, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Drawing from his years of experience leading The ServiceMaster Company, Pollard outlines for the Entrepreneurial Leader's Organization (ELO) Conference (Vancouver, B.C.) the main tenets of what he considers the entrepreneurial spirit.
Faith, Spirituality, And Sustainability, C. William Pollard
Faith, Spirituality, And Sustainability, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
This speech was delivered at the University of Arkansas's Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace (Fayetteville, AR). In it Pollard considers the 2008 financial crisis, which he believes requires business leaders to adopt new models of leadership and new ways of educating future managers. Such measures will ensure that corporate firms will always consider profit alongside the more significant goal of forming moral character.
Faith In The Workplace, C. William Pollard
Faith In The Workplace, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Speaking at the Samaritan Interfaith Focus on Faith Breakfast (Cress Creek Country Club - Naperville, IL), Pollard addresses the question of faith in the workplace. In particular, he posits that servant leadership is the primary means by which one actualizes religious faith in everyday life.
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."
The Ethics Of Responsible Leadership And The Practice Of Right Behavior, C. William Pollard
The Ethics Of Responsible Leadership And The Practice Of Right Behavior, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this speech at Cornell University's Center for Advanced Human Resource Studies (CAHRS), Pollard considers the conference's theme of restoring trust by focusing primarily on how wealth creation must be coupled with a leadership structure committed to the good of both employees and customers.
Bridging The Gulf (New Haven, Ct), C. William Pollard
Bridging The Gulf (New Haven, Ct), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Delivered at the Yale Berkeley Seminar (hosted by Berkeley Divinity School at Yale) in New Haven, CT, this speech asks how Christians might bridge the gulf between work and faith (or God and profit). Pollard posits that the link between the two is to be found in people, all of whom are made in the image of God. In this framework, the corporate firm may be construed as an institution of moral formation.
A Philosophy Of Life And Work, C. William Pollard
A Philosophy Of Life And Work, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
This speech -- delivered at the Wharton School of Business's (University of Pennsylvania) 1998 Zweig Executive Dinner Series -- outlines the rapid socio-economic changes prevalent at the end of the 20th century. In light of these, Pollard asks whether the corporation can be oriented to both maximizing profit and forming the moral character of those it employs.
The Soul Of The Firm As It Moves To The 21st Century, C. William Pollard
The Soul Of The Firm As It Moves To The 21st Century, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In an address delivered at the 50th Annual Indiana University Business Conference (Indianapolis, IN), Pollard contends that the "soul" of any corporate firm is its people. In light of this, he goes on to argue that corporate success depends upon managers who commit themselves to a vision of leadership defined by service to both employees and customers.