Yesterday I finished reading Running Your Own Company by Paul Riecks. This book, published in 2008, is a collection of columns that Mr. Riecks wrote for SmartCEO magazine. Each chapter consisted of a business question and his response. I’m a fan of short chapters so I really liked the format. It also gave me as a reader the chance to sort through information in the book that pertained to me, and some that I believe will never pertain to me. This book gave me a greater and greater respect for entrepreneurs that are able to succeed at what they love. Of course, for my part, I read it through the lens of ministry. When he referenced best practices for companies I tried to relate how a church might use those practices and if they lined up with a biblical pattern of leadership. When he referenced employees, I gave thought to the implications for volunteers. One chapter that was particularly inspiring to me was called “Your Highest And Best Use”. It was not a new thought as I’ve read similar advice elsewhere, but it was a reminder that every person has a highest and best use in business or otherwise. We should be seeking our highest and best use. There is a word for this is scripture. It is Worship (Romans 12:1-2).
If you are a business owner, or are considering it, I would recommend this book as extra reading on the subject. It is not tedious, nor technical, but practical in its approach.
--Ben
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