Thanks Jay Mitchell for some great advise. Jay is talking from the perspective of staff members that serve in a church, but it can really apply to any situation. One of the questions I will regularly ask candidates during an interview is this: Describe a time when you had to have a difficult conversation with […]
Read More 6 Steps To Having A Tough ConversationThe longer I swim in the sea of church leadership, the more I discover new and helpful skills that all lead to one thing … helping others know God. Often, when I’m in a conversation with someone, and they are expecting me to fulfill a role, I will pause in the middle of the conversation […]
Read More Coaching, Consulting, Mentoring & DiscipleshipThanks Leadership Freak for these three ways leaders drive people nuts #1. Respond emotionally to problems, failure, or tough situations. Emotionally unpredictable leaders are bullies. People walk on eggshells when you’re emotionally unpredictable. Emotional leaders distract and drain teammates. Make snap decisions in the moment. Change your mind later. Throw-up your hands in frustration. Passion […]
Read More 3 ways leaders drive people nutsGreat words from William Vanderbloemen This New Year’s Eve, over a billion people will tune in as the ball drops in Times Square and we all say “farewell” to the past year and “hello” to the next. One of my family’s traditions is to gather around our family room with friends and reflect on what […]
Read More 4 Steps To Better Leadership In The New YearMary Jo Asmus has some good things to say about leadership … She writes … You walked into your office early today. It looks pretty much the same as you left it. The first thing you do is to fire up your computer, check voicemail, check email and grab a cup of coffee in the […]
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