Six weeks ago I got an early tip that my company was in trouble financially and layoffs were coming. I knew my position would be on the list. It was time to act. It has never been easy for me to ask for help. I normally subscribe to the belief that working harder can fix most things. But layoffs are …
Work Life Balance with Clyde Christensen: Coach of Peyton Manning, Andrew Luck, and now Tom Brady
July 28, 2020
Written by: Dave Sparkman |
Reading Time: 2 minutes
I grew up the middle of three daughters born to a football coach. My childhood was a lot like training camp. My sisters and I would be gathered to practice good, firm handshakes or how to the answer the phone properly. I remember spending summer vacations practicing how we would turn down drugs when we got older (I was currently …
Are you using the Crossroads Career App to help you to hear God’s calling, maximize your potential, and get the right job? The App is free to download on both Apple and Google Play stores and has great tools for you to use anytime, anywhere. Let’s take a look at some of the features! Today’s Encouragement Nurture your relationship with …
I believe, deep in our heart of hearts, we all desire to do more with our lives. To do more requires leadership. The leadership of self and others is necessary to win at work, have a loving marriage, guide your children, and influence your community. Leadership is the key to leaving a legacy beyond our years on this Earth. In …
Hiring Discrimination Is Illegal – SO WHAT?!?
June 23, 2020
Written by: Dave Sparkman |
Reading Time: 3 minutes
Micah 6:8 “He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” Genesis 1:28 “So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.” In the hiring …
Many people face layoffs or unemployment each year. If you’re reading this, it’s likely that either you or someone you know has been impacted by a layoff, reduced hours, or joblessness recently. If that is you, we want you to know that you are not alone, that God still has a plan for your life, and that Crossroads Career has …
When You Find Yourself Without Work
April 21, 2020
Written by: Dave Sparkman |
Reading Time: 3 minutes
If you’ve been laid off, furloughed, let go, or are temporarily on hold from your job; you’ve found yourself suddenly with an abundance of time and possibly feeling overwhelmed figuring out how you will spend it. You’re not alone. Last year I was without work for three months. It was the first time since I was fifteen starting off at Publix …
7 Foundational Financial Concepts You Can Build On, No Matter What!
April 14, 2020
Written by: Dave Sparkman |
Reading Time: 2 minutes
In this post, I am sharing with you a strategy and system I created to help anyone who uses it to maximize the blessing of their income. I call it, “7 Ways in 7 Days to Change Your Financial Future Forever!” and it can be utilized no matter the economic climate in the world or your household. The 7-ways are foundational financial concepts made simple for all of us to understand. When we apply these concepts, we will spend with more wisdom, save with more intentionality and give more generously.
5 Factors in Your Unique Design to Maximize Your Career
March 24, 2020
Written by: Will Graham |
Reading Time: 2 minutes
5 Factors to Help Maximize Your Career The better you understand you, the better you can see to maximize your career. Most professionals in career planning and development consider 5 factors. These 5 factors can be categorized in two distinct areas: Your gifts. And your passions. Your Gifts Factor #1 – Experiences: Your history—personal, educational, vocational. Factor #2 – Abilities: …
