This week World Vision announced the reversal of their decision to change the organization’s hiring policies regarding same-sex relationships made just a few days earlier. If you have not read their official statement please click here. While there were many blog posts written on the topic, the following are The Top 10 Posts I Read This […]
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20 Leadership Quotes From Nelson Mandela: A Leader Who Truly Changed The World
Brian Dodd on December 5, 2013 in Character
Today Nobel Peace Prize winner and iconic symbol of hope and freedom Nelson Mandela died at his South African home. South African president Jacob Zuma made the announcement in a nationally televised address and said,” Our nation has lost its greatest son. Our people have lost a father. Although we knew that this day would […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of July 15th
Brian Dodd on July 19, 2013 in Church Leadership
I say this often but the following are arguably the 10 most important posts I have identified in quite awhile. Some of the items covered below are the Zimmerman trial, dealing with jerks and negative feedback, marriage, the power of language, and church vision. These posts have made me a better leader and expanded my […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of June 24th
Brian Dodd on June 28, 2013 in Church Leadership
Leadership is very complex. Below are 10 posts from the past week. Many of these deal with serious issues currently facing our society, changes in our culture, and the way we behave. I would like to hear your thoughts after reading these compelling posts. The following are The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of May 27th
Brian Dodd on May 31, 2013 in Church Leadership
The following are the Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of May 27th. This list contains some of the most important leadership posts I have ever provided. A minimum of six of these should be placed in Evernote or filed away and referred to often. As you read these, please give me your […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of April 29th
Brian Dodd on May 4, 2013 in Church Leadership
The following are the Top 10 leadership posts I read this past week. The primary theme throughout each is the dealing with issues that leaders must face. Leaders must be proactive in addressing issues so that mission and vision can be advanced. These posts will help you in this area. Also, do not miss the […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of April 15th
Brian Dodd on April 19, 2013 in Church Leadership
The following are The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of April 15th. There is a great cross-section of incredible leadership insights that every leader, Christian or otherwise, should read. Check them out and let me know your thoughts. Managing The Tension Between Leadership And Vision by Paul Alexander. Are you a pirate? […]
3 Stories Of Great Heroism During The Boston Marathon Bombing
Brian Dodd on April 16, 2013 in Church Leadership
Our deepest prayers and sympathies go out to the victims and their families of Monday’s Boston Marathon bombings. We are all horrified, saddened, and angered by this senseless act. In the midst of humanity at its worst, we also witnessed countless acts of heroism by first responders and others on the scene. Former New England […]
23 Facts About Courageous Pastors – A Profile Of Dr. Robert Jeffress Of First Baptist Church Dallas, TX
Brian Dodd on March 3, 2013 in Church Leadership
Tim Tebow was scheduled to appear at the First Baptist Church of Dallas, TX, pastored by Dr. Robert Jeffress, on April 28 to celebrate the completion of the church’s capital campaign. However, Tebow cancelled that appearance. ChurchLeaders.com reports that “according to CNN, Tebow called Jeffress and told him he was ‘steering clear of controversy because of some […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of February 4th
Brian Dodd on February 9, 2013 in Church Leadership, Great Teams, Relationships, Sports Leadership
The following are The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of February 4th. What makes this list interesting is how many of them deal with leadership issues at the highest level. This is as strong a list I have put together. I would love to hear your thoughts on the articles below. What […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of January 14th
Brian Dodd on January 18, 2013 in Church Leadership
It was the second consecutive shocking week regarding well-known, influential leaders. The stories of Lance Armstrong, Manti Te’o, and the climate of political discourse around the world are still unfolding but certainly disheartening. With that said, the following are the Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of January 14th. Manti Te’o’s Dead Girlfriend, The Most Heartbreaking And […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read On The Newtown Tragedy
Brian Dodd on December 21, 2012 in Church Leadership
As a nation we have all been shocked, angered, saddened and frightened by the senseless loss of life in Newtown, CT. The sense of loss, particularly for all of us who are parents, struck a deep chord in our nation. Winthrop basketball coach Pat Kelsey summed up how I feel in the video above. The […]