The secret to sustainable, effective leadership is not only in knowing when to speed up, and when to slow down. More often you would think, sometimes it’s knowing when to stop. Effective leadership sometimes requires reducing your pace to a complete stand-still. The idea of intentionally grinding your leadership to a complete stop runs counter…
3 Keys to Building Team Chemistry
Is it possible to lead your organization toward greater team chemistry? It’s not only possible, but it’s imperative. Chemistry is the oil that keeps the machinery of ministry running smoothly. It’s not simply having people join hands and sing Kumbaya; rather it’s a carefully nurtured environment where each…
Preparing to Pass the Leadership Baton
Last week I was privileged to take part on a panel of ministry leaders organized by Alpha Canada. The event took place just outside Vancouver, and was simply entitled “Join the Conversation.” Six of us “older leaders” (ouch!) were invited to engage in leadership discussions with about 25 leaders under the age of 35; and…
