This book is for the man who wants more out of his work than a paycheck. It describes a work-life philosophy that is rooted in biblical principles and proven in the real world; and it is the fruit of over thirty years experience in training volunteers, humanitarian developers, and corporate executives. Most of what we do as followers of Christ is not by accident, but a result of God’s agenda for our life, which includes working and doing it well, so that we can make a living. Beyond that, our work is intended to strategically place us where we can influence people. That is why the most important strategy we can learn is how to cooperate with the Lord’s plan for our life, bringing all of our energy and talents under His leadership. As part of the “Reliable Man” series, the first book, Becoming a Reliable Man of Faith and Practice (2003), describes the foundational values of personal reliability and spiritual growth. We must also add to our personal reliability the values that will shape and sustain our career and produce a reputation of excellence. Vocational Excellence addresses the credible work skills a man needs to succeed and flourish in life. For centuries these values have proven to be dependable in building organizations and developing enterprise. Whether our work is in a business, nonprofit agency, or ministry, we can benefit personally and professionally from applying these concepts.
