March 30, 2010 – 4:24 am | Comments Off

Leaders and volunteers often struggle to find the time to connect with God while tackling work, family, and their volunteer service. I understand, as I’ve struggled with this from time-to-time as well. Let’s understand what true fellowship with God looks like and how we can focus our time to develop this fellowship.

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‘More’ Jeremy Scheller
March 3, 2010 – 4:07 am | Comments Off

Jeremy Scheller writes in his blog post titled The Paradox of More:

More sounds better.
More resources.
More stuff.
More beautiful.
More productive.
More is the standard I have set for myself.
More outputs.
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More pats on the back.
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Leadership Isn’t a Staff Position
March 2, 2010 – 4:52 am | Comments Off

Too often I read blog posts and books that assume church leaders are staff members. This just isn’t the case.

Volunteer Training Is More Than a Classroom
March 1, 2010 – 4:22 am | Comments Off

Volunteer training has been a hot topic recently. Many churches and non-profits are focused on how they can get their volunteers trained to do the same exact thing every time.While many leaders think this is the key to leading, they are missing the point of what they are called to do.

Volunteer Teams Don’t Have To Last Forever
February 24, 2010 – 4:59 am | Comments Off

Why is it that we as leaders automatically assume that our team will last forever? We go in assuming that what we do today will be needed for years and decades to come.I just don’t think this is the case most of the time. Here’s why.

Have You Thanked Your Volunteers Lately?
February 23, 2010 – 4:54 am | Comments Off

Every so often, I write about ways that you can thank your volunteers. It is time again – time to remind you that you need to thank your volunteers.

Make Your Volunteers Try
February 22, 2010 – 4:41 am | Comments Off

Some children have a fear of trying. They believe that if they try and can’t do it, they will get in trouble. Is that how your volunteers view your leadership style? Do you allow your volunteers to try and fail?

Taking On The Steps Of Leadership
February 17, 2010 – 4:38 am | Comments Off

Growing as a leader is a series of steps. Each step takes more effort but makes a bigger impact on those around you. How we approach each step impacts how we handle the next one.

Overcoming Difficulty When Raising New Leaders
February 16, 2010 – 4:25 am | Comments Off

Raising up new volunteer can be difficult. The rules are different. Even if you raise leaders in your job or business, raising volunteer leaders can be a painful process. This article will help you understand how to navigate the process.

Dealing With Doubt In Leadership
February 15, 2010 – 4:18 am | Comments Off

Every leader struggles with doubt. Sometimes it is doubt about the decisions that have been made. Sometimes it is doubt about their own leadership abilities. Overcoming doubt is an important skill for leaders. Let’s find out how to handle it.

Are You Giving Your Best Leadership?
February 10, 2010 – 4:42 am | Comments Off

Being a generous leader requires that you give your best leadership. This means that you are willing to sacrifice your own agenda for the needs of your team. It also means a lot more.

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