One of the most common sources of organizational conflict is ambiguity regarding expectations; particularly, those wrapped up in the concepts of roles, responsibilities and organizational goals.
Pastors of 20 years ago had to deal with the occasional anonymous hate mail, but today, pastors can get hit daily with negative social media posts.
There is no MBA program that elevates the concept of followership as an essential element of leading a successful enterprise. But followership is essential to leadership done well.
Ever wait for a search committee to make its selection? Ever get frustrated with the length of time you have had to wait?
We experience transformation when we know what Jesus says and turn that knowledge into obedient activity.
Are you tired? Do you feel like you are running fast and then other days you are running faster?
This book is well written and digs into key Scriptures, some of which are not often studied by the average Christian.
What is that stupid thing I did in marriage? To be clear, I have not done this act of stupidity one time, but many times. Too many times. You would think I would learn by now.
Many leaders struggle with building cultures of accountability. As a result, they spend an enormous amount of time, energy, and resources chasing after their tails.
Think of the main messages you need to communicate over this next week, month or season of your organizational life. Take 15-20 minutes to think through the questions I've asked here.
Like water to the fish, culture is pervasive and omnipresent in our workplaces. Unlike water to a fish, leaders have the opportunity to be shapers and crafters of their culture.
If God needed a good reason today to let you live tomorrow and beyond, what would you offer him? How would you join him in his work of building a better world?
I've consulted with hundreds of clients across industries and cultures. While everyone is unique, their challenges usually are not.
As you consider the organization you lead, regularly ask yourself this question: In light of the current situation, am I wearing the right hat?
Instead of acting as if conflict is an intrusion, the best leaders recognize that addressing conflict effectively is one of their most important responsibilities.
In leadership, gentleness is complicated.
A World War II veteran, Ben Merold has shown me how to age with grace and how to finish strong.
Rather than seeking to enrich our reputation or our coffers, God wants us to chase after spiritual glory in at least four ways.
Crises are not a time to forget the gospel; they are a time when both sharing the gospel and serving those in need converge in a way that brings both glory to God and good to others.
As leaders, the ability to use our experience and our responses as tools to defuse conflict and increase understanding is a critical skill.
