Business Management and The Bible
This article is about a business management and the Biblical example of a man named Boaz. In the course of life you may be given the privilege to manage people in a work force. Remember, always that it is a privilege to manage the greatest resource on the planet, men and women. Let us take a look at one man and how God used his life to bless others. This author recognizes that some may not see the Bible as a management hand book and that is okay. That being said let us turn our attention to the book of Ruth in the Bible.
We pick up the scene with the arrival of one of the central figures a man named Boaz. What this author finds interesting is the way Boaz greets his farm hands with the greeting, “The Lord be with you.” It seems to me that Boaz is not simply greeting his crew with an empty greeting. Here is a man that is loves with his laborers. As a leader in any business, managers or owners must have a deep concern for those placed under them. A quality manager takes the time to know his people.
The reaction of his labors is remarkable. The people in the field seem to understand that for them to be blessed, Boaz must be blessed. The relationship here cannot be missed. If you are running a brick and mortar business or an online business that dynamic must be at work. The online world as well as the offline world must have people that will give value first then reap a harvest. We can see that Boaz is the alert owner by recognizing a new person at the field. She is not a worker but a gleaner. Gleaning was the way that God provided for those who had little to nothing.
Ruth is not seeking a handout She is willing to work and work hard. Managers must be on the lookout for this type of person. This kind of person will give the value first and are willing to wait for the harvest. Boaz then is willing to go beyond the norm for her. Are you a manager or sponsor that has overlooked these kind of people? Look at your down line or the people that you manage and look to be a blessing not only to them but also their families.
Yes, as Jim Collins puts it, “Get the right people on the bus.” These people will be attracted to you only if you become one of the people who learn to add value to others lives. Business Managers must look for ways to be a blessing everyday. Greet those below you in a happy way let them understand that, yes, you have a business to run but you are concerned for their welfare. Doing this will help you build a productive and profitable work force.
Boaz was also a man of great wealth. He knew how to market his goods. He also was able to understand how to create a market. As an owner or manage who must know how to do this. You must learn how to magnetically attract business. If you continue building good relationships in your work force and attract business you are on your way to profit.
