The above picture is not from a Guardians of the Galaxy movie. If you look closely, you will discover this is an employee of the Richmond Wildlife Center in Virginia. The employee is dressed up like a red fox and administering medical assistance to an orphaned red fox. The organization’s Facebook page tells us why […]
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The Most Important Thing You Can Do to Develop NextGen Leaders (And 4 Benefits You Get By Doing So)
Many organizations struggle with developing next-generation leaders. Perhaps you are currently having that challenge as well. But one organization is teaching us the most important thing you can do to develop young leaders – and four benefits which come from it. A Rising Young Star The Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green is becoming a superstar […]
What Should You Measure Each Week at Your Church? (FREE E-book for Pastors)
“What gets measured gets done,” but what do you measure each week at your church? Just as you stay (or should stay) on top of the numbers that gauge your health, eg. blood pressure levels, weight and height — the same is true when gauging the health of your church. The numbers are blinking indicators that let you […]
An 8-Step Process for Leadership Development I Learned from Nick Saban
You never have enough leaders. Therefore, a systemized process for leadership development is key to the sustainability of any organization. Click the video below for 83 seconds of leadership greatness from Coach Nick Saban. After watching, I will provide an 8-Step Process for Leadership Development I gleaned from his staff meeting. 1. Communicate with Clarity, […]
4 Remarkable Leadership Lessons from Keri Bergere, The Cyclist Who Survived A Cougar Attack
On February 17, 2024, Keri Bergere probably had high hopes for the day. She would be enjoying a mountain bike ride with friends on a trail in Washington State. It was to be a great day, probably perfect weather. There would likely be lots of laughter, quality exercise, and they would enjoy the absolute splendor […]
5 Questions Leaders Should Constantly be Asking if They Wish to Build a Winning Organization
Great leaders ask great questions and this past week afforded us an opportunity to observe some top leaders dealing with key items which affected the success of their organizations. Therefore, all leaders need to know about the following five lessons if they hope to build a winning organization: Everything Has A Life Cycle The greatest […]
The Top 15 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 18th
The Top 10 (Make That 15) Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 18th The following are The Top 10 (make that 15) Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 18th: How To Avoid The “I Hate Meetings” Culture Killer by Scott Cochrane – This was convicting! For Christians (And Everyone Else) With […]
Designing Church Spaces For Emotional Well-Being
As ministers, congregants, elders, and deacons, we often disregard the tangible aspects that design has to offer as it pertains to our church’s spiritual health. This belief becomes a distant measure because the practicalities of preaching, teaching, and worship lead the charge in making disciples. Let it be known that these practicalities are more than […]
5 Leadership Lessons from Anthony Edwards’s Dunk of the Year
You live by the sword and you die by the sword. Utah Jazz forward John Collins knows this principle well. For many years as an Atlanta Hawk, Collins was known for his high-flying dunks – sometimes at the expense and over other players. But on Monday, March 18, 2024, Collins was the recipient of this […]
What to Do When Your Church Isn’t Growing
The Three Dimensions of Church Growth: Going Beyond Numbers There is a common misconception in the world of religious establishments: a successful church is often equated with a packed congregation. Yet for any church staff keen on fostering comprehensive growth, it’s essential to understand the three critical dimensions of growth: numerical, spiritual, and financial. Numerical […]
The 4-Step Process To Creating Value For Yourself As A Leader
As leaders, we always want to be in-demand. We want to be appreciated for our efforts and have our services viewed as something which creates tremendous value to the people and organizations we serve. Justin Fields This brings me to former Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields who was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers for only […]
The #1 Thing Leaders Must Do To Have Any Influence At All
On Thursday night, March 14, 2024, we witnessed one of the best examples of the leadership axiom – Leaders should never ask someone to do something they are not willing to do themselves – we will ever see. With the Boston Celtics leading the Phoenix Suns 122-106 with approximately three minutes remaining in the game, […]