Chet Collins's Blog: Catholic Husband, page 38

Why Boredom Happens

I was at our Credit Union last week conducting some business when one of the employees remarked that it was her parents’ wedding anniversary. A coworker commented on the happiness of the day, to which she responded, “Not really, they’re divorced.” The scope of divorce in our society is disheartening, and I wonder how many of them could have been prevented.

Episode 15: Catholic Business

Having a “Catholic” business doesn’t mean running your business poorly. I talk about a business owner in my parish who was trying to run an authentic Catholic business, but instead ran it into the ground. I also share the secret to running a great Catholic business, and the competitive advantage is easier to achieve than you might think.

Commit Yourself to A Program

What a privilege it is to live in the Modern era. No matter what goal I set for myself, someone has already achieved it, and their method is readily available to me. I want to lose weight, and there are plenty of plans out there to help me implement the proven program.

Episode 14: Just Start

Perpetually behind, I realize that I keep falling into a common trap. I want to do everything so perfectly that I end up getting nothing done. I talk about why this is such an easy trap to fall into and the perfect antidote.

Build Your Parish

A few years ago, my parents’ parish redesigned their website. I have an interest in these sorts of things, so I complemented my mom one day on its beauty and usability. As it turns out, in a parish full of technologists, they were paying a 3rd party company to build and run their website. My mom expressed dismay that no one had stepped forward to take on that responsibility.

Episode 13: Laziness

I’m struggling. This experience has pointed out something obvious, but easily overcome.

Set the Bar Low

I’m not one to advocate for low bars. I’ve been told that I am particularly hard on people, which, upon reflection, is regrettably true. Setting ambitious expectations can be a net positive, but when it comes to my job, it can be demoralizing.

Episode 12: No Backup

Alison is back to work after several weeks on maternity leave and I’m home alone with three little kids. I share a few quick thoughts on my role and prepare myself for the day ahead.

Episode 12: Three Kids, No Backup

Alison is back to work after several weeks on maternity leave and I’m home alone with three little kids.

Episode 12 - Three Kids, No Backup

Alison is back to work after several weeks on maternity leave and I’m home alone with three little kids.