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7 Principles for every Christian Business Leader.


7 Principles for every Christian Business Leader.

Not a fan of things like 10 things you need to know or 21 Laws of you can't do without, but when someone I was talking to the other day asked me to list those things that I had learnt in business. I ended with seven.

Here are seven principles I tried to live by when I ran my own business:

1.  Christianity is your Culture;

      Culture defines you, it is who and what you are in all issues of ethics and morality. You are Christian before you are British or American or Australian or even French. The world has a different culture to yours, but in all your dealings the Christian culture should be dominant.

2. People do Matter;

     Always treat your staff with consistency and respect, reward loyalty and always take their side when dealing with a difficult client until proved otherwise, then be fair and consistent in your response.

3.Be Generous;

    Remember even in the hard times there is always something you can give. Your community is just as important as your profits. It's about the Kingdom of God.

4.Never stand still;

    Always have growth and expansion in mind, if you don't know never be afraid to ask for help. Business is about building something for the future you are not a one man band.

5. Your word is your Bond;

    Never promise something you can't deliver, this speaks directly to your culture, character and consistency. Openness and honesty are always the best policy.

6.  Always write it down;

     Ensure all contracts are legal and conversations of ALL meetings are recorded in some way.

7. Never stop Learning;

    You don't know everything, you will fail, own it and get on with doing better. Learn new things to make you better at what you do and to help you be a better person.

     

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