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A leader’s time is always in high demand. There’s a constant pull to give a few minutes here, an hour or two there, and the to-do list is never done. Because of this constant tug and pull, certain priorities can quickly fall to...
Crisis moments nearly always impact the finances of a church or organization. If the crisis is severe enough, it can also creep into your personal finances through lay-offs and organizational downsizing. As a leader, what questions should you be asking regarding your...
One of the most important things leaders can do in a crisis is communicate wisely. People need life-giving assurance, and leaders are often the ones to deliver it. But communicating this way doesn’t happen by accident. In the heat of the moment, it’s easy to let fear...
In my last two articles, we’ve looked at the life of the biblical leader Daniel to discover two ways to build influence in a hostile culture. Those two keys are commitment and character. Daniel demonstrated a commitment to God that had been tested, and he modeled...
When Daniel was around 16 years old, he was captured by King Nebuchadnezzar in 605 B.C. The king besieged Jerusalem, rounded up all the young men of Jerusalem, and carted them off to Babylon…a place hostile to Daniel’s faith in God. And yet, despite the hostility, God...
Sociologists estimate that the shyest people in the world influence 10,000 people during their lifetime. The question isn’t, “How much influence do you have, but rather, what are you doing with your influence to make a difference?” Answering that question in a culture...
Most organizations set goals for the year. Whether you serve in ministry, a non-profit, or a business, these goals will likely determine how time, energy, and resources are allocated throughout the year, so getting these goals right is essential. But before the wet...
The start of a new year is always a great time to reflect on where you’ve been and what you hope to accomplish. Along with the reflection we often create a set of resolutions or goals to guide us into the new year. But how do you ensure you’re setting the right goals?...