Big Enough to Succeed Understanding the problem we have is central to being able to identify the solution to give you sustainability and the growth you want. For many people, that problem is first identifying what anchors you, your organization, and your team. Is your why, big enough to succeed? The Problem: The report hit me like a two-by-four. With survival rates like that, you might as well Continue →
Doubling the Effectiveness of Your Team
Are you struggling with a team that actually wants to put in the effort not because they are paid to but because they believe in something bigger? Do you wish you could double the effectiveness of your team because they desired growth? We see the spirit of excellence given to us in the example of Daniel. We see that because of the Spirit of excellence Daniel distinguished himself and was given Continue →
Achieve Results like an Olympian
How To Achieve Results like Olympians At the end of each day regardless of your title or position, we crave as humans to make an impact in the world we live in. If you are working with a church, business, educational institution, or non-profit achieving results ultimately lays the groundwork for what you are working for. With these 4 qualities as your bedrock, you can achieve results like an Continue →
Watson, The Secret to Quality is Elementary!
The Secret to Quality often feels like just that, a mystery, and out of reach of most organizations. Yet we know that most mysteries are solved with the simplest of observations. The Secret to Quality I have always been fascinated with Sherlock Holmes. When presented with a mystery, he seems to extract so much information with his strong sense of curiosity and observation. Then he pieces Continue →
Meaningful Work
Are you searching for meaning in your work? Or more precisely, are you searching for meaningful work? It is impossible to have a great life unless it is a meaningful life. For many of us we know the truth that we find meaning in Christ as seen in John 17:3. We know we are created in Christ for good works, for we are God’s workmanship (Ephesians 2:10). In relationship with Christ, we have an Continue →
Process for Letting A Team Member Go
The Challenge of Letting a Team Member Go It is never easy, nor should it be considered lightly when letting a team member go. Whether you are working with employees or even volunteers this question, is always challenging. You face the logistical hassles of finding a replacement, and the money and time spent on training the individual. But even more significantly you face the impact it will have Continue →
The Benefits of Asking, Why?
The Benefits of Asking, Why Within Christianity, there has been a long pause on the power of asking questions. Not only within Christianity but often the world, in general, can see questions as a challenge or even worse, doubt or lack of confidence. However, when we understand the benefits of asking, why, we will also understand the power that comes with true understanding. The Bible is filled Continue →
How to Get Your Team On Board for Greater Engagement
Greater Engagement Means Caring for Your People Have you ever tried to lead a group of people, but the people did not want to follow? Did it seem like they didn’t see the benefits of getting on board with your goals and direction? I think it is human nature for leaders to strive to lead their people toward greater results. And I also think it is common for leaders to encounter some push-back from Continue →
Get Your Team to Think Like Owners
Often in teams whether you are serving with a for-profit or non-profit organization you have team members who don’t think like owners but rather renters when at work. This is especially critical when you work with volunteer teams. We are talking about the buy-in and engagement of a team. Do they care not just about the vision of the organization but also the process that it takes to get Continue →
Serve First, Lead Second
Often people cannot wait to lead, believing that it will finally allow them to get what they want. However, if you have ever been in leadership, any area, the church, a for-profit, or a non-profit organization you will recognize the untruth of this statement. If you have ever led a team you know that it is serve first, lead second. Example of Service Recently, I ate breakfast at Chick-fil-A. Continue →