While finishing my undergraduate studies, my graduation date was set for December. My new job with a national CPA firm started in January. My schooling was paid for by my hard work, some student loan

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Over the years, the car rental industry has consolidated significantly. Recently, I fell prey to the perils of consolidation. When I went to pick up a reserved rental car, I discovered Avis, Budget,

In his book, Kings Cross, Tim Keller describes the rich young ruler asking Jesus what he must do to inherit eternal life (Mark 10:17). Keller notes that the man has accomplished much in his life bu

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Everyone wanted Darren on their work teams. He was positive, encouraging, and kind. Yet once you got to know him, you heard stories of the challenges he had faced in life, from childhood trauma to chr

With hindsight, I can remember thousands of times when I acted selfishly or without integrity when dealing with coworkers. When I caught myself in those times, it was easy to pull back, feel like a fa