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#MondayMorningDesk: Building a New Foundation "By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as a wise builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one should build with care." – 1 Corinthians 3:10 As we prepare to lay the foundation for the next chapter of Jubilee Theatre, I’m reminded of the importance of being intentional about every brick we place. Just as Paul encouraged the Corinthians to build with care, our work requires diligence and discernment—not just in the programs we create, but in the people we entrust to carry our vision forward. Aubrey Bergauer’s Run it Like a Business offers a compelling perspective on this in Chapter 6, "Heidi vs. Howard." She writes: “The best teams are intentional about not just hiring for the job description but also for alignment with the company’s goals, values, and mission.” This resonated deeply as we think about recruiting, training, and maintaining the right talent. Building an impactful organization doesn’t happen by chance. It requires seeking individuals who not only bring skill but also share a commitment to our vision. Bergauer continues, “Organizations that excel train and develop their team members, not just for today’s roles but also for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.” As we build Jubilee Theatre’s next foundation, we’re committed to fostering a culture where talent thrives, where alignment with our mission drives excellence, and where every team member sees themselves as part of something greater. This week, I invite you to reflect on your role in building this foundation. How can we, together, ensure that the structure we lay today will stand the test of time, like the fire-tested work Paul describes in 1 Corinthians 3:13? Let’s build something enduring, something beautiful, and something rooted in purpose. #MondayMotivation #BuildingFoundation #JubileeTheatre #RunItLikeABusiness #ChristianLeadership

I'm not quite a legend. But I did it scared. I started my Care Management business because I saw the impact I could have and I knew that was bigger than my fear. Everyday and every setback, I push through and keep doing it scared. That has allowed me to do things I never believed I was capable of. #Nurses. Entrepreneurship can be scary but if it's what you want to do. Do it scared. #nurseentrepreneur #caremanagementnurse #nursesofLinkedIn #valuebasedcare

LEGENDARY😎!!! What a great reminder from Miley Cyrus to keep on going even when it seems scary! In her own words: “It’s legendary to be afraid and do it anyway. There is no such thing as failure when you try.” Thank you Miley for such #inspiring words and for being #recognized as a The Walt Disney Company Legend! It’s definitely an inspiring and #fulfilling thing to try and make that #dream come true, to try and #build that company from the ground up, to try and #move to another place… Although, with true sincerity I tell you, it comes with a harsh truth: Fear! Fear of #change, fear of the unknown, fear of failure… And from experience I can honestly say that fear never truly goes away… and the mind is truly no friend whenever things feel scary… But even when it all seems blurry, full of uncertainty, it’s imperative to keep going! Because it’s when it feels scariest that the jump is needed. So, let’s take that leap and make that dream come true, begin that new business venture, move to another place… because facing fear is exponentially easier and better than regretting. So, in the extraordinary words of Miley Cyrus: “IT’S #LEGENDARY TO BE AFRAID AND DO IT ANYWAY.” LET’S BE LEGENDARY💪🏻💲✨!!!  #legendary #motivation #mileycyrus #disney #grow #protect #legacy

Explore how Sara Blakely transformed her career from Disney Goofy to Spanx billionaire. Learn about her journey and the key factors behind her success. 📈 (Link in the first comment)

Feeling overwhelmed thinking about a will?🤔 Let history inspire you. From legendary figures to everyday heroes, having a will protects and celebrates what matters most. Remember Walt Disney's legacy continues through his carefully crafted will – a testament to his dreams. 🏰 Creating a will isn't just about funds or material possessions, it's about preserving memories, values, and stories that define us. It allows your loved ones to carry your torch. Imagine the peace in knowing you'll leave behind a well-mapped tapestry of cherished memories for your family to hold. Let your legacy be a source of inspiration. Comment below with your favorite inspiring quote on legacy. #InspiredLegacy #PlanItRight.

About 15 years ago, a student from my “Acting for Film” class arrived early because he wanted to thank me. He said, “I need to thank you. I got a promotion at work and it’s because of this class.” He continued, “I’ve been taking what you teach in class about how to be in my body, how to listen, strategic pauses when I speak, and they noticed. I’ve been vying for a promotion for years. But the leadership team called me this week and said there is something different about me. I accepted the role. Thank you.” There are likely more than two lessons from this story, but I take two. 1. Often we think we need to do deep searching and hard work to figure out our careers. Honestly, many times if you consistently do the work you love well, people will make their own connections and gift you insights about where you could move next. Before him, I thought I’d teach at the professional theatre my whole life. I hadn’t connected it to helping leaders show up better. 2. Integration. I taught a lot of theatre & film classes (a decade worth) before I taught applied theatre for leaders. Not many others took what they learned in the class & applied the tools and practices into the rest of their life or work. They kept them separate. Learning is fun and good, integration changes you and your work, and is often where the magic happens. #careerstories #appliedtheatre #leadershipdevelopment #leadership

Explore how Sara Blakely transformed her career from Disney Goofy to Spanx billionaire. Learn about her journey and the key factors behind her success. 📈 (Link in the first comment)

I had no idea my childhood Theater training would teach me #leadership lessons. Yet so many acting lessons translated to my professional career: - The play is bigger than you. Your role is to play the role. - Theater is a team event. It doesn’t matter how talented you are, if you don’t practice with the rest of the actors the play will be a disaster. You must know both your lines and the other players’ lines. - Act on cue. Don’t delay. - Stay in #character at all times. What you’re doing when not delivering your lines is equally, if not more, important than the words you’ll say when it’s time to deliver your lines. - Keep quiet backstage. Even the slightest noise will distract the play, and your disruption could be the only thing the audience remembers after the play is over. - All eyes are on you when you’re onstage. Don’t turn your back to the audience. The easiest way to lose connection with the people in the seats is to not look at them. Leadership may not be a #drama show, but each of us plays an important role in the play being written in your department, with your teams, among your organization. Play your part. Play it well. Act on cue. Don’t delay. (Picture circa 1981, while I attended the Ofelia D’Acosta Theater School)

"Don't you know that every kick is a boost?" <- what Rue McClanahan's (Blanche Devereaux on Golden Girls) mother said after Rue was told she would never work on television. Golden Girls, of course, went on to win numerous awards and continues to play on television 40 years later. What is the lesson from this? One takeaway for me is that someone else's opinion of your capabilities is not prophetic. You CAN be successful regardless of others' opinions. Secondly, rejection and setbacks are an inevitable part of your career journey. Use these setbacks as springboards to take you to greater heights. Lastly, may we all do our best to give more boosts. Hopefully, without the kicks included. You can see the full speech here: https://lnkd.in/gz-bsF9g