Timing is a beast. As a leader, it’s one of the most important things you can master, but it’s also one of the most elusive. Jim Morrison once said, “I think of myself as an intelligent, sensitive human being with […]
Leaders are most vulnerable when they are introducing change. And guess what leaders spend most of their time doing? That’s right…introducing change! It’s no wonder leadership can be intimidating. There are a few predictable problems that often stall out, […]
Leading change in the church can be terrifying. No amount of advice, pep talks or planning can prepare you for the feeling that you’ve just jumped off a cliff. That’s because you know you’re trading safety & security for the […]
How much “drift” is OK on your team? Leaders are constantly wrestling with this question. Part of the leadership task – some would say “the” leadership task – is helping a team move together. In order for that to happen, […]
“Leadership is a lot like herding cats.” No doubt you’ve heard that leadership maxim over and over again. Most likely, you agree with it because you’ve had the same frustrating experiences as I’ve had. One of the “mysteries” of leadership […]