Local attorney Nicolas “Nico” La Hood proclaims he is a blessed man who is at peace with God. He has a loving wife, family and a passion for seeking justice for all in our community. The journey that got him to this point in life has not been without challenges but the experiences have made him the man he is today. La Hood is a devoted family man, legal counselor, respected businessman and compassionate leader with a heart for service. Nico has

By John C. Maxwell
From a high level, we have already looked at how systems benefit our leadership. I'd like to go a little deeper by sharing specific systems that have aided me on my leadership journey. I trust the following tips will help guide your thinking as you build systems into your regular routine.
In the accelerated pace of the modern world, information bombards us from every angle. The best systems improve our productivity by cutting clutter and keeping us focused. Here are four suggestions to combat life's chaos:
By Dr. John C. Maxwell
It’s hard to achieve anything consequential without a written plan. However, putting a plan on paper isn’t enough. Regardless of how thorough, concrete, or ingenious a plan may be, it won’t happen unless additional ingredients are injected into the planning process. In my experience, I’ve observed seven principles that are absolutely critical to successful planning. 1) The Principle of Passion When we’re passionless, we procrastinate on the plan or burnout trying to execute it. With passion, we approach our plans with excitement and a sense of urgency. Passion gives planning energy.
BEACON BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT By Stephen Oliver, BEACON STAFF
Every time I recall moments with my father, I hear his “still small voice” speak to me with a tenderness and care that is beyond words; it’s his love embracing me with the warmth that flows from his heart.
By Dr. John C. Maxwell
If you’ve ever gone whitewater rafting, then you know the importance of planning. Whenever the raft approaches rapids, the guide has to plan the best route to navigate safely through them. If the guide fails to plan, then the raft can easily smash into a rock or capsize. Four Types of Planning Passive planning happens when leadership allows the raft to travel downstream at the mercy of the current rather than steering, rowing, and turning.