I find one of my most frustrating attributes is how easily distractable I am. In trying to multi-task, I can compromise my effectiveness and run the risk of doing multiple things badly.
If we’re not careful, another hierarchy of callings can slip into our thinking—one that elevates the work of Christians most clearly “changing the world” above the work of those of us who are simply sustaining and serving it.
Isolation is only one of the many dangers of being involuntarily out of work. Many times, though, that isolation inhibits the ability of the person out of work from describing the emotions they’re experiencing. The result is often a deeper alienation, and even a resentment towards those closest to us.
If you’re like me you have had to experience surprise moments that were unsettling and drove you into fear mode. Recently I’ve been on a quest to fight back against this.
Are you following through? If so, good for you! That places you within a very small club of people who make “it” happen. To stay in it this far, you probably (knowingly or not) did certain things differently than those who haven’t followed through.
While no numerical formula is perfect, I suggest church leaders look at this simple way of evaluating their churches’ growth or lack thereof.
Richard Blackaby reviews "Rare Leadership: 4 Uncommon Habits for Increasing Trust, Joy, and Engagement in the People You Lead," by Marcus Warner and Jim Wilder.
One of the most important functions of effective leadership is to master the power of perspective.
Don't be afraid to get your hands dirty with new technology. Play with it, explore it, and learn how to adapt it to your organization.
We often compare ourselves and what we have with those who have more. As a result, we miss the best God has for us because we fail to appreciate the blessings we already have.
Most leaders struggle with getting it all done. Here are three principles that I find to be enormously helpful.
A good question not only makes you think, but how it’s asked and answered alters trajectories and shapes destinies. Good questions help us see what we were blind to before.
When we totter on the precipice of burnout, what can we do? As I’ve faced those times during my ministry, I’ve learned a few ways that have helped me dig out.
Here’s why I think having a good representation of next-generation leaders in your organization is essential.
As leaders, managers, teachers, parents, what do we have our hands into? Are others glad to see our involvement, our handprint on what they are doing? Or do they tremble in dread knowing their job, position, promotion, or future is in our hands?
Leadership is important, but I believe communication is even more important.
Leadership is about producing results, not reports. If you’ve ever encountered a leader who seemed more interested in inspecting activities than in inspiring results, you’ve encountered Clipboard Leadership.
Men want and need authentic friendships with other men, says David, but most men are afraid to open up about what's really going on in their lives.
While this is in no way an exhaustive list of leadership skills, I’m sharing eight of the most critical skills managers need to demonstrate in order to lead culture positively.
Following God takes courage. Chris Bolinger dives into courage and following God's will.
