My Cool Boss
I have to say, if you want to score brownie points with your boss, posting a blog about him is a great start. Having said that, I would love to bring out a couple of life lessons I see in my boss’ life.
Many people in the church world know Billy Hornsby. He’s got a list of friends several miles long – legitimate friends that he would answer the phone if he saw their name pop up. He genuinely cares about people. He loves to help out any way he can and share whatever he’s got. And he loves a party! I’ve learned that any high level meeting has to start at a restaurant, the Bass Pro Shop, or with something hunting related.
When I first started with ARC (our first meeting was at the Bass Pro Shop, right after we ate), Billy asked me what I felt my talents and abilities were, what things did I like to do, and what areas would I like to develop. And then he said something pretty big. He told me that he would help me to accomplish those things whether with ARC or somewhere else. Like everyone, I have the daily tasks, emails, and calls. But beyond that, I can just about write my own job description. I have the opportunity to find the things that I love to do or see an area of the organization that has gone undeveloped and work to make it happen.
I’m finding that to be a hallmark of many of the churches that are a part of ARC. Some call it gift-oriented ministry. Find what a person dreams about and help him fulfill it. I’ve heard my pastor Chris Hodges say something like, “Don’t stop doing what you’re doing to come help us, but let us help you fulfill your purpose and reach people in the process.”
People have gifts, personality, purpose. It’s interesting how it all fits together. It’s so unique to each individual and sometimes stays hidden till someone helps unearth it. I want to be someone that sees the hidden specialties of a person’s life and helps them fulfill their destiny. I want to be like my cool boss.
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