RESOURCES from 4word
Learn How to See Your Perfection in the Midst of Mess
Rebecca Hawkins, a Senior Business Process Consultant and certified yoga instructor, shares her thoughts on how we can escape the lie of perfectionism and embrace God's idea of perfect for our lives. Read More
Knowing the ‘Next Right Step’ with Mental Illness—How to Be a Positive Support
Tammy McKinney, coach and Cedar Park small group facilitator for 4word: Austin, openly shares about her journey as a caretaker for her son on his mental health journey, and why knowing the "next right step" is the best approach to being supportive. Read More
Overcome the Impostor Syndrome, Reach Your Full Potential
Patricia Myers, executive leadership coach and 4word Board Member, shares her struggles with being confident in who she was and what women in the workplace can do to keep their own doubts at bay. Read More
True Friendships Don’t Have an Expiration Date
Trina Lee, 4word Mentor Program manager, gives her tips for cultivating and maintaining friendships across different seasons of life. Read More
Why You Should Have a Personal Board of Directors
Kristen Stockton, a business performance consultant, executive coach, and chair of 4word: Washington D.C., is here to tell you how to create your own personal board of directors and we promise, it's as great as you're imagining! Read More
Building Your Workplace Advocate Army
Emma Sharma talks about how to not only cultivate advocates for yourself but how to, in turn, reciprocate and be an effective advocate for others. Read More
It’s Time to Stand Up For Yourself at Work
Christian women in the workplace struggle against bias, misconceptions, and opposing views all the time. This month, learn to build a network of allies. Read More
Social Distancing from the Comfort of Our Father’s Arms
Emma Sharma, 4word Advisory Board Member, writes about how we can be using this time of social distancing to grow closer to our Father and others. Read More
Has the “Me Too” Movement Helped Men and Women Work in Harmony?
Kelly Thurman, 4word Board Chair and respected business executive, shares her thoughts on how women can break into "the old boys club" without sacrificing their personal beliefs and workplace styles. Read More
The Ins and Outs of Boundary Setting
Jill Perrin, 4word mentor and Executive Coach, shares her hard-earned tips for setting boundaries that make sense for your life. Read More
Care, Wash, Pray: Best Practices for COVID-19
Julie Bolton returns to the 4word blog with some helpful and timely tips for doing your part in limiting the spread of COVID-19 and, as a Christian, being a light in this difficult time. Read More
How to Handle a Workplace Bully
Julie Bolton shares her tips for handling a bully in your workplace and how to make sure you react in a way that is conducive to resolution, not detriment. Read More
It’s Kind To Be Clear About Expectations
Heidi Rasmussen, COO of freshbenies and 4word Board Member, discusses why much of conflict comes down to a lack of expectations being communicated. Read More
Why We All Need a Lesson in Conflict Resolution
When it comes to conflict, there are two types of people: those who run from it and those who charge in with guns blazing. Which approach is right? Read More
Communication’s Vital Role in Team Building
Even with the purest intentions, being a good team player and helping to build a strong team takes intentionality to make sure it doesn't derail. Trina Lee, 4word Mentor Program manager and 4word: Portland leader, shares her tips for being the best team player you can be. Read More
Want Wisdom? All You Have To Do Is Ask.
LaDonna Slade, speaker, coach, and small groups coordinator for 4word: Austin, guides us through the process of finding wisdom and good news: it's simple! Read More
Effective Leadership Starts with Defined Values and Beliefs
Patricia Asp, Senior Consultant and Executive Coach and 4word Board Member, shares how defined values and beliefs can spell success for any company. Read More
What Does ‘Leading from the Heart’ Look Like?
If you're a compassionate leader, does that mean you're going to be seen as a weak leader? This month's "leading from the heart" topic aims to answer that. Read More
Purpose Involves Connecting the ‘Whys’
Sofia Fonseca, architect, professor, and 4word: Houston board member, wraps up our discussion with her view on purpose and the pivotal role community plays. Read More
Your Worth in God Doesn’t Come with Conditions
Kim Vastine, Chaplain for 4word: Southlake, guides us through the ups and downs of realising we are God's perfect creation and ARE worthy in His eyes. Read More