10 of My Biggest Leadership Mistakes
I have had times I was so convinced I was right, I used my skills as a communicator to get people on my side. In hindsight, I should’ve taken more time to seek other people’s insight and wisdom,...
View Article4 Leadership Realities in Times of Transition
There are some common occurrences during times of change in an organization. If a leader doesn’t understand them, the chance for a successful transition is diminished, people remain frustrated and...
View Article9 Things You May Not Know About Introverts
The major problem with introversion, which, by the way, is not a disease—and not a problem—is the misunderstanding of it. The post 9 Things You May Not Know About Introverts appeared first on...
View Article5 Gifts That Will Greatly Bless Your Pastor
Ron Edmondson: "Most churches love to bless their pastor. I get asked frequently how the church can help me." The post 5 Gifts That Will Greatly Bless Your Pastor appeared first on ChurchLeaders.
View ArticleLeaders, Let Them See You Sweat
Many leaders are afraid to be discovered for their inefficiencies and shortcomings. The post Leaders, Let Them See You Sweat appeared first on ChurchLeaders.
View Article7 Ways to Respond to Difficult People
What do you do with constantly difficult people—some who even remain negative toward the mission God has called you to? The post 7 Ways to Respond to Difficult People appeared first on ChurchLeaders.
View Article3 Common Fears of Every Young Leader
Every young leader shares some common fears. The post 3 Common Fears of Every Young Leader appeared first on ChurchLeaders.
View Article7 Things the Church Can’t Do for the Pastor
"Don’t expect others to do for you what only you—by God’s grace—can do." The post 7 Things the Church Can’t Do for the Pastor appeared first on ChurchLeaders.
View Article10 Ways to Handle Conflict in a Healthy Way
Learning to deal with conflict successfully should be one of our goals as leaders. The post 10 Ways to Handle Conflict in a Healthy Way appeared first on ChurchLeaders.
View Article7 Tidbits of Advice for Young Pastors
Don’t neglect your family for the ministry or destroy your ministry for temporary pleasures of the world. The post 7 Tidbits of Advice for Young Pastors appeared first on ChurchLeaders.
View Article7 Reasons We Avoid Progress
As much as we may want—and need—progress, there are reasons we naturally tend to avoid it. The post 7 Reasons We Avoid Progress appeared first on ChurchLeaders.
View ArticleOne Terrible Leadership Mistake We Make as Pastors (and Leaders)
There are many leadership mistakes we make as pastors. This post is only about one mistake, but one of the worst. The post One Terrible Leadership Mistake We Make as Pastors (and Leaders) appeared...
View Article10 Things I’ve Learned About Gossip—And Why I Hate It So Much
Gossip happens in families, in the workplace—wherever two or more are gathered—gossip will be among them. And, gossip is always destructive to building healthy relationships. The post 10 Things I’ve...
View Article7 Ways to Support Your Pastor on Sundays
Sunday mornings are a stressful time for pastors. How can you support them on a Sunday? The post 7 Ways to Support Your Pastor on Sundays appeared first on ChurchLeaders.
View Article4 Reasons Why I Hate Policies and 4 Suggestions to Improve Them
My problem with polices is they often interrupt progress rather than enhance it. If not careful, a policy may control the success you want to see as a leader. The post 4 Reasons Why I Hate Policies...
View Article5 Roadblocks of Good Leadership
There are roadblocks in good leadership, some of them we are aware of and some no one ever pointed out to us. The post 5 Roadblocks of Good Leadership appeared first on ChurchLeaders.
View Article12 Killers of Good Leadership
In my experience, and some I learned the hard way, there are a few killers of good leadership. Any one of these can squelch good leadership. It’s like a wrecking ball of potential. If not addressed,...
View Article7 Actions for When You Can’t Respect the Leader
Many non-senior pastors wonder how they can work in a church where they don’t support the vision and direction of the senior pastor. The post 7 Actions for When You Can’t Respect the Leader appeared...
View Article10 Expectations for Supporting the Senior Pastor
A healthy staff requires a team approach. It requires everyone working together. As I attempt to lead a team, there are certain expectations I have for those who serve on a church staff in supporting...
View Article7 Common Traits of the Best Leaders I Ever Followed
Looking back, though, the best leaders I ever had shared some common traits. There were things that set them apart from other leaders, helped them be successful, and caused me to take notice in them....
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