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About Steve

Dr. Raimo has over 50 years of leadership and management experience in the U.S. and overseas, working with multinational corporations, small businesses, government, and non-profit organizations. He is an ordained minister who has served in both vocational and non-vocational ministry roles since his twenties. With an undergraduate degree in accounting, a master’s degree in business administration, and a doctorate in strategic leadership, Dr. Raimo brings a distinctly unique perspective and expertise to the subject of church governance, organizational structure and design, and leadership. He currently serves as an adjunct associate professor of leadership at Oral Roberts University. Dr. Raimo is a dedicated servant of Jesus Christ and is committed to his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Change and Influence

Change is difficult; for some it is almost impossible. When innovators and agents of change are not in formal leadership roles, it can seem impractical to attempt to influence change for fear of experiencing backlash from those in authority over … Continue reading

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Change and its Impact on the Workforce

We recognize that the 21st Century is characterized by rapid change and continual uncertainty. As such, what we are experiencing, and are yet to experience, continues to impact the dynamics in the global labor market and the nature and skills … Continue reading

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Dealing with Uncertainty

(Portions of the following are taken from the book For the Sake of the House . . .) The United States is heading rapidly towards the ‘fiscal cliff,’ as our deficit and un-balanced federal budget continue unchecked. As a result … Continue reading

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Masters and Servants

In 1802, Bowdoin College President Joseph McKeen made this exhortation: “It ought always to be remembered, that literary institutions (colleges/universities) are founded and endowed for the common good, and not for the private advantage of those who resort to them … Continue reading

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Leadership and Fiscal Responsibility

For years, the rhetoric has been flying back and forth in local, state, and federal governments about the excessive tax and spending policies being implemented. Not only has the rhetoric included policies involving the size and influence of ‘government,’ but … Continue reading

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What is TRUTH?

A number of years ago, a young man was on trial for his life because he claimed to be who he really was. It appeared a group of influential men in the community wanted this young man killed because he … Continue reading

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Old Fashioned Value?

Recently, I heard an excellent presentation that included components dealing with the attributes of integrity. Integrity . . . a word that has been misused, misapplied, and, in some cases, maligned in our modern culture. What is it? And, does … Continue reading

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Organizational Design and Change

Design within an organization must be ever changing to meet the challenges of our rapidly changing world environments; flexibility is paramount. Leaders who wish to benefit from more of the opportunities available to their organizations now and in the future understand … Continue reading

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Encouragement

There are people standing in line to convince you the goals and dreams you have are unattainable. Don’t just ignore them; run from them. The world if filled with people passionately perusing mediocrity. “Keep away from people who try to … Continue reading

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Agent of Change

“I am personally convinced that one person can be a change catalyst, a “transformer” in any situation, in any organization. Such an individual is yeast that can leaven an entire loaf. It requires vision, initiative, patience, respect, persistence, courage, and … Continue reading

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