If you are still talking about change, your team is tired of hearing about it. The first few conversations created excitement about the possibility of a different future. But the more you talked without taking action, the more frustrating those conversations became for those around you. Conversations without action quickly turn into monologues. . Unfortunately, […]
Getting Coaching Right
As a part of my MBA program, I dedicated the past five days to the study of Coaching. While I have studied Leadership on my own and in the classroom, this was my first learning experience focused solely on Coaching. (Many thanks to Dr. Deborah Roebuck for her incredibly engaging and insightful teaching.) The term […]
A Response To the Failure of #GA2012 Item 9
Note: I rarely discuss denominational matters on this site. For those unaware, I have a history in the Church of God and hold a license with the denomination. The following post is specific to that audience. . Last week, the Church of God General Assembly voted down a motion that would have reduced the years […]
Reference Points (Do you know where you are?)
Before GPS and smartphones, we often relied on reference points to guide us in the right direction. {“Take a left at the BP. Turn right just past the train tracks. When you see the water tower, you”re almost there!”} With the right set of landmarks, drivers always had a clear idea of where they were, […]
The One-Man Team
When I was in college, my friends wanted to play a doubles tennis match with only three people. I drew the short straw and played solo against the other two. As you can imagine, I finished exhausted and miserably defeated. No matter the task, we end up feeling the same way every time we try […]
Change Leadership [presented at Eagles Leadership Initiative]
This past weekend, I had the opportunity to present on change leadership at the Eagles Leadership Initiative in Washington, DC. This one-week program is a tremendous partnership between the American Bible Society and the Church of God to develop young leaders. Organizational change most certainly requires the support of top leadership. However, the beginnings of […]
Reconsidering Priorities: Visible or Important?
Our tendency is to focus on our most visible work. When done well it leads to high-fives, hand-claps, and the occasional wall plaque. But defining priorities by visibility minimizes much work that is truly most important. Including, but not limited to… …investment in the team that shares your objectives. …development of systems that ensure […]
The Greatest Church Sign I’ve Ever Seen
3 churches. 1 sign. No one trying to build a sign bigger than the others. No one trying to design a “cooler” graphic. No one trying to sell us on why their church is radically different from the rest. . Just a few churches with a perspective that sees beyond themselves. . The other day […]
Getting Past the Vision-Cast [published on TonyMorganLive.com]
Unfortunately, many leaders cast great vision without clear direction. My latest contribution to TonyMorganLive.com provides 3 key steps that can help any leader get past the vision-cast and make significant strides in meaningful implementation. Read it over here. I’d love to hear your thoughts!
Valuing Experience Over Efficiency
The other day, I stopped by a nearby sandwich shop to grab a quick to-go lunch. This particular shop prides itself in preparing food very quickly. Upon completion, the employee handed me my sandwich simply wrapped in paper with a little tape holding it all together. Naturally, I requested a bag for it. As he […]