Team teaching: play-by-play and color commentator
Part of what I do as I develop people is to try to involve them in some of the things I’m doing when possible. One such area is team teaching. I like to help people gain experience and move toward in developing their teaching skills. The best way I’ve found to...
Recruiting vs. developing
The number one need in organizations is leaders. There always seems to be a shortage of leaders compared to the needs and opportunities that are out there. In my coaching practice, I see that the quickest way to get more leaders is simply to recruit more leaders that...
Don’t make them sit on the board
Boards are important– I know that. But consider giftedness when you’re looking at where to plug people into leadership. There are almost certainly some people in your congregation or ministry who would love to get involved in local outreach ministries that take...
Do what increases sustainability
Most days, we’re trying to get stuff done. But in getting stuff done, we have a choice. We can just get something off of our list or we can be selective. Which of the things on my list– if done– will make the rest of my work easier or more effective? If we...