“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose.” – Romans 8:28 Balance may be defined as a state of equilibrium in a partnership. If the wheels of business, economic growth and sustainability are to experience a smooth …
“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.” – Psalm 23: 6 In the last four columns we have given examples of how the innovative concept of the shepherding squad has been introduced, in turn, …
“Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointed my head with oil; my cup runneth over.” – Psalm 23: 5 We have recently shared some experiences on the effectiveness of a shepherding squad in addressing challenges in governance, investment finance and marketing. The role of …
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.” – Psalm 23: 3 In the last two columns we shared some experiences on the effectiveness of a shepherding squad in addressing …
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” – Matthew …
“Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, whoever sows generously will also reap generously.” – 2 Corinthians 9:6 This is the first column of my 26th consecutive year as a weekly columnist. The month of July also heralds the start of another year for Rotary International (RI), a service club with the motto …
“Do not have two differing weights in your bag – one heavy, one light. Do not have two differing measures in your house – one large, one small. You must have accurate and honest weights and measures, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.” – Deuteronomy 25:13-15 …
“The earth is the LORD’S, and all it contains, the world, and those who dwell in it.” – Psalm 24:1 In the quest towards national economic recovery and sustainable economic growth we have so far discussed smart solutions for (1) constitutional reform, (2) public-private partnerships, (3) the political process, (4) decentralized government, (5) …
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. ” – Proverbs 22:6 In the quest towards national economic recovery and sustainable economic growth we have so far discussed smart solutions for (1) constitutional reform, (2) public-private partnerships, (3) the political process, …
“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” – Isaiah 43:18-19 The Economist magazine stated last week “On May 24th the Barbados …
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” – Proverbs 3:5,6 Well the intelligence last week, just prior to the Barbados general election, that there was a mood in the air for political change, …
“Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed.” – Proverbs 19:17 In this series, we have so far suggested smart solutions for (1) constitutional reform, (2) public-private partnerships, (3) the political process and (4) decentralized government. Today we look at a sensible smart solution …
“Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. ” – Romans 13:1 In this series, we have so far suggested smart solutions for (1) constitutional reform, (2) public-private partnerships and (3) the political process. Today, …
“And Jesus came and spoke unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.” – Matthew 28:18 The Barbados parliament automatically dissolved as determined by the constitution on Monday, March 5 2018. The long awaited date for general elections is now Thursday, May 24 2018 when eligible persons will …
“Then I said to the nobles, the officials and the rest of the people – The work is extensive and spread out, and we are widely separated from each other along the wall. Wherever you hear the sound of the trumpet, join us there. Our God will fight for us!” – Nehemiah 4:19-20. …
“For God makes all the decisions here. God is our king. God runs this place and he’ll keep us safe.” – Isaiah 33:22 If small states are to reverse their declining socio-economic fortunes and pursue a path leading to happiness for all, we must change. As the rich get richer, the poor must …
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” – Philippians 2:3 Last week I was invited to be a guest lecturer to a cohort of 20 participants taking the postgraduate diploma in public sector management at the Sagicor Cave Hill School of Business at the University …
“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.” – Proverbs 19:17 In many capitalist societies we observe that the rich get richer and the poor get poorer which defines the wealth divide. This ultimately results in unemployment, crime, economic decay and …
LESSONS FROM SINGAPORE – BASIL SPRINGER COLUMN APRIL 2, 2018 “So he Shepherded them according to the integrity of his heart and guided them with his skillful hands.” – Psalm 78:72 This is the second article of four in this mini-series on vision and leadership transformation. The mini-series has been inspired by John …
“See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled with the Spirit.” – Ephesians 14-18 …
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the will of God – the good, pleasing and perfect will.” – Romans 12:2 In this weekly column, we have spent the first two …
“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” – Matthew 7:7 At the beginning of the year we identified eight challenges which, if smartly managed, could enhance the chances of holistic prosperity and happiness in 2018. As a reminder, the …
“I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13 Three weeks ago, in this column, we fleshed out “The From Cradle to Grave” solution to Challenge # 6 – Intellectual Stimulation, the sixth of eight challenges, as we commit to working smarter towards the benefits of holistic …
“For life is more than food, and the body more than clothing.” – Luke 12:23 Last Thursday, calypsonian Robert “De Mighty Trini” Elias was guest speaker at the weekly meeting of the Rotary Club of Central Port of Spain. He was hailed, by at least one long standing member of our club as “the …
“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” – Philippians 4:8 This week, because of this year’s impact …
“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” – Romans 12:2 Last week’s column fleshed out “The Power of Sharing” solution to Challenge # 5 – Financial Comfort, the fifth …
“The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed; those who help others are helped.” – Proverbs 11:25 Last week’s column fleshed out ” The Work Your ‘Land’ ” solution to Challenge # 4 – Earning Money, the fourth of eight challenges, as we commit to working smarter towards the benefits of holistic prosperity and …
“Whoever works his land will have plenty of bread, but he who follows worthless pursuits lacks sense.” – Proverbs 12:11 Last week’s column fleshed out “The Innovation Solutions” answer to the New Ideas challenge, the third of eight challenges, as we commit to working smarter towards the benefits of holistic prosperity and happiness in …
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – his good, pleasing and perfect will.” – Romans 12:2 Last week’s column fleshed out “The Power of Positive Thinking” solution to the …
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things.” – Philippians 4:8 Last week’s column fleshed out the 5M SHEPHERDING MODEL solution to the “Business Success” challenge, the first of eight challenges, …
“We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us…” – Romans 12:6 Thanks to all those readers who took the time to forward many gratifying, encouraging and inspiring comments on my last column entitled “New Year Benefits”. Eight challenges were presented and in the next several weeks, probably interspersed with …
“May he grant you the desires of your heart and make all your plans succeed”. – Psalm 20:4 The end of a year is timely to monitor the performance of our achievements of the year against our objectives. It is an opportune time to set realistic targets for the year ahead and an excellent …
INNOVATIVE WORKING CAPITAL FINANCING – BASIL SPRINGER COLUMN DECEMBER 25, 2017 “Give, and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over. For by your standard of measure it will be measured to you in return.” – Luke 6:38 This week I would …
“Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.” – Proverbs 29:18 Circa 1986, amidst much ridicule and resistance, Sir Courtney Blackman, the first Governor of the Central Bank of Barbados (1972-1987), implemented the vision of the Central Bank complex which now consists of the …
“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever”. – Psalm 23:5,6. The inspiration for this week’s column …
“He also took some of the seed of the land and planted it in fertile soil. He placed it beside abundant waters; he set it like a willow. Then it sprouted and became a low, spreading vine with its branches turned toward him, but its roots remained under it”. – Ezekiel 17:5-6 Rotary International President …
“To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given and they will have an abundance. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away.” – Matthew 25:29 In an article in Automation World (January 2006) entitled “People are your primary assets”, Jim Pinto …
“But you, dear friends, by building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life.” – Jude 20-21 At the funeral of a dear friend a week ago, the homily was focused …
PATH TO SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS SUCCESS – BASIL SPRINGER COLUMN NOVEMBER 13, 2017 “Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.” – Psalms 37:4 The opening paragraph of an article in the Barbados Daily Nation newspaper on November 3, 2017, attributed to Sherrylyn Toppin, attracted my attention: …
“The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.” – 2 Corinthians 9:6 The chronic challenge with which most countries are faced is to find a solution to the problem of slow and unsteady economic growth. The answer is in two parts. To …
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” – Philippians 4:13 In 1776, Scottish economist and moral philosopher Adam Smith published the book “The Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations” which is reported to be a fundamental work in classical economics and is rooted in broad topics such as the …
“Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths. Lead me in your truth, and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; for you I wait all day long.” – Psalm 25:4-5 Last week’s column was about the urgent need for governments to innovatively and aggressively …
“There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under the heavens.” – Ecclesiastes 3:1 When a baby is born on planet Earth, any mentally stable parent would wish their child to develop to the fullest and, through procreation, expand the human race. The parent would be mindful of the …
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” – Romans 12:12 Recently several members of the Caribbean family of nations have been faced with one crisis after the other as a result of a series of high intensity hurricanes. These countries have had to muster all the help they can get …
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will no fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” – Psalm 23: 4 We have experienced a very turbulent hurricane season what with Category 5 winds, storm surges way above the average …
“No one will lose their soul if they stay aboard the ship.” – Acts 27:31 Last week we affirmed that, once we exist, we can do all things in Him that strengthens us and we agreed to strive, conquer and achieve success whether we have a relatively smooth systematic and evolutionary path or whether …
“I can do all things in Him that strengthens me” – Philippians 4:13 Many decades ago my mother gave me a folded card which said on the outside “Especially for you” and on the inside there was a quote from “The Hidden Power” by Thomas Troward (1921), the essence of which was the affirmation …
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.” – Psalm 23: 1-3 The Brundtland Commission’s report (1987) defined sustainable development as: “Development which meets …
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong” – 1 Corinthians 16:13 In last week’s column, we heralded the first innings partnership of Kraigg Brathwaite and Shai Hope at Headingly, Leeds during the 2nd Test between England and the West Indies. We surmised that this discipline and commitment was …
“I the Lord test the mind and search the heart, to give to all according to their ways, according to the fruit of their doings.” – Jeremiah 17:10 We concluded in last week’s column that optimal thinking expedites the process of embracing love and eradicating fear as we traverse the journey to sustainable success. Sustainable …
“There is no fear in love but perfect love casts out fear.” – 1 John 4:18 The human brain is made up of five major areas, all of which serve as individual power houses that process conscious thought, control emotional and physical reactions, store memory and much more – www.holinergroup.com. Similarly, the business “brain” is …
“I have a serious concern to bring up with you, my friends, using the authority of Jesus, our Master. I’ll put it as urgently as I can: You must get along with each other. You must learn to be considerate of one another, cultivating a life in common”. – 1 Corinthians 1:10 We are …