Hi Leaders, Good morning, and welcome to another episode of Leadership Latte with Dr. Joe, where we pour, sip, and reflect as we continue our journey of personal leadership and growth. Today’s brew focuses on the importance of punctuality—a leadership habit that communicates respect, reliability, and intentionality. In leadership, being on time is more than a schedule commitment; it’s a trust-building action that signals to others that people, priorities, and mission matter. As you listen and reflect on today’s audio message, I encourage you to consider how punctuality shows up in your leadership and how it shapes the culture around you. I’m grateful you’re on this journey with me. Have a wonderful Monday! Dr. Joe

Hey Leaders, This week, we’re highlighting David Gillespie, Learning & Development Coordinator at Robins Financial Credit Union. David is passionate about designing impactful L&D programs that help people grow, lead, and thrive. He’s also an active member of the Axis Leadership Assistant Manager Digital Community, consistently pouring into fellow leaders and helping them grow along their leadership journey. 🙌 Leaders like David remind us that when we invest in people, we truly create Better People, Better World. - Dr. Joe

I was introduced to the Book of Ruth at an early age as part of my spiritual and personal development. Upon later reexamining it, I identified clear and compelling parallels between its themes and foundational concepts in leadership and entrepreneurship. So, I wanted to share my thoughts with you all. Ruth, the Moabite widow, is a powerful example of both leadership and entrepreneurship because she builds a future from nothing through character, initiative, and wisdom. The same fundamentals sustain great leaders and successful entrepreneurs today. Her story in the Book of Ruth reads like a masterclass in values-driven enterprise. Ruth made her covenant promise directly to Naomi (mother-in-law) because they were bound by loss and grief. After the deaths of Naomi’s husband (Elimelech) and both of her sons (Ruth’s husband, Chilion, and Orpah's husband, Mahlon), Naomi urged both daughters-in-law—Ruth and Orpah—to return to their families in Moab and rebuild their lives. At first, both women wept and resisted. But then, Orpah decided to return to Moab; Orpah chose security. Ruth, on the other hand, clung to Naomi and followed her to Bethlehem. In an era when survival often meant self-preservation, Ruth chose commitment, family, and faith. “Then Orpah kissed her mother-in-law goodbye, but Ruth clung to her.” (Ruth 1:14) Ruth made a promise to Naomi, “Where you go, I will go… your people will be my people, and your God my God.” — Ruth 1:16 Ruth didn’t wait for opportunity to come to her—she went to the fields and worked within what was available. Her leadership style is timeless and deeply relevant to servant leadership, business ethics, and personal growth. Hustle doesn’t mean arrogance. It means initiative without entitlement. Entrepreneur application: - Start where you are—even if it’s small, seasonal, or imperfect. - Don’t despise “entry-level” work in your own business. - Be willing to learn the ground-level details of operations. - Choose mentors carefully. - Align with partners who share values, not just vision. - Listen to seasoned counsel before making big moves.