As leaders we all face the challenge to choose the right priorities, work on our weaknesses, and wisely manage our time. Once in a conversation with leaders this phrase stood out. “Just because we may have the competency to develop new competencies, should we?” Just because we may have the competency to develop new competencies, should […]
Just Because You are Competent to Develop a New Competency, Should You? Read More »
Nobody likes conflict. Yet, it’s inevitable in life. As I’ve served as a pastor for over 30 years sometimes I’ve handled conflict well. Sometimes I’ve not. However, I’ve learned more about how to solve it Biblically from Ken Sande, author of The Peacemaker, a book I’d recommend every ministry leader read. His book is filled with pure gold
3 Essentials to Resolving Conflict Well Read More »
I love avocados. They add a nice touch to a ham sandwich. And without them we wouldn’t enjoy guacamole with our chips. But avocados also provide a good metaphor for a healthy leader. Every leader needs a strong inner spiritual and emotional core, what I call a healthy spiritual immune system that helps us ward
Healthy Leaders Look like an Avocado Read More »
As leaders, it seems we spend an inordinate time in meetings. However, we can’t lead well without face time with others. And face time means we must meet with our teams in person. At the same time, an unproductive meeting wastes time and creates frustration. What are some common meeting killers? Consider these 11 and potential solutions
11 Meeting Killers and How to Kill those Killers Read More »
Ten years ago I began a new adventure…leading a church in a new country. I accepted the lead pastor role at a great church in Canada, West Park Church in London, Ontario. This church was filled with great people committed to God and the cause of Christ. I loved my time there (I finished up
Are you Leading Well? 13 Questions to Ask Yourself Read More »
I help leaders lead and live smarter, better, and healthier with biblically-sound, brain-based solutions. If you need an outside voice with fresh eyes to spur you, your church, or ministry to a new level of effectiveness, start a conversation with me today.
Powered by Stonewell Ministries
