I recently was at a conference where North Point Community Church’s Andy Stanley asked the question “Why are so many 18-35 year olds leaving church?” His startling answer – “Because they’ve been to one.” Ouch! My wife and I are greeters at Fellowship Bible Church and it is alarming when people arrive looking like they do not want […]
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14 Leadership Lessons Pastors And Church Leaders Can Learn From The Most Creative People In Business
Brian Dodd on June 2, 2012 in Church Leadership, Increasing Capacity, Performance
In their June 2012 edition, Fast Company magazine identifies their Top 100 Most Creative People In Business. The following are thoughts and insights from many of those listed. They are making me re-think certain aspects of local church leadership. I would be interested in hearing from pastors and church leaders on the application of these ideas. Motivation […]
The Top Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of May 28th
Brian Dodd on June 1, 2012 in Character, Family, Relationships
There is a difference between leader development and leadership development. Leader development has to do with the person God is molding and shaping you to be. Leadership development has to do with skills, task, and assignment. It has been an amazing week in terms of reading challenging content that has to do with leader development.  I have […]
What Is A Leader’s Most Valuable Currency?
Brian Dodd on May 31, 2012 in Character, Church Leadership, Family, Generosity, Most Read, Movies
You can learn much by noticing what makes up your most read posts. As I reviewed my list of Top 10 Most Read Posts of May 2012, an important leadership principle became apparent. The most valuable currency a leader has is not position. It is not power. It is not your skill set, intellect, or background. These […]
10 Behaviors That Will Burn Leaders
Brian Dodd on May 30, 2012 in Character, Church Leadership
The following story is personally embarrassing but it taught me a major leadership lesson. My family was on vacation last week in Jekyll Island and it was time for us to go to the beach. My wife and I took an afternoon to sit under an umbrella, relax, get out of the sun, and do some reading. I had my right leg […]
13 Leadership Styles In 2012 That All Pastors And Leaders Should Know
Brian Dodd on May 29, 2012 in Church Leadership
I am a big fan of Inc. Magazine.  I think its writers often give you more practical, easy-to-use principles than many of the other leadership publications. In addition, their subscription rates are incredibly affordable. In the recent June 2012 edition, Leigh Buchanan has identified the 13 most prevailing leadership styles currently seen in the marketplace. I found the list and her comments fascinating. […]
You Are A Leader! Now Lead!
Brian Dodd on May 28, 2012 in Church Leadership, Family, Relationships
You are a leader! You have influence – not just at work but in every area of your life! Leadership cannot be compartmentalized. It is pervasive. It is far-reaching. It touches everything you do. It touches your work, your family, your hobbies, and your faith. Every area. Be everything God has called you to be as […]
18 Leadership Quotes From Kobe Bryant And Kevin Durant
Brian Dodd on May 27, 2012 in NBA
Recently, ESPN’s Hannah Storm interviewed several NBA stars including Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant. For your pleasure, I have included two great videos that showcase their transcendent talents. The following are their quotes and insights that all leaders can learn from and apply to their areas of discipline. Kobe Bryant “It felt like putting on golden armor.” – Bryant […]
The Inwardly Focused Leadership Of United Airlines
Brian Dodd on May 26, 2012 in Church Leadership, Performance
I do not like running down people or companies on this blog. That is not how I roll as I prefer to be more informative and inspirational. People already have enough bad news in their lives. Recently, my family went on vacation and we had some great customer service experiences: I pre-ordered Michael Hyatt’s incredible book Platform […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of May 21st
Brian Dodd on May 25, 2012 in Character, Church Leadership, Great Teams, NBA, Performance, Sports Leadership
This past week featured some incredible writing on the subject of leadership. The following were my 10 favorite posts I read since Monday. They really helped challenged me and helped improve my leadership. Click on the links as I know they will make you a better leader as well. 8 Rules For Creating A Passionate Work […]
18 Leadership Quotes (One On Sexual Purity) From Some Of The Greatest Athletes In The World
Brian Dodd on May 24, 2012 in Character, Great Teams, Increasing Capacity, Performance, Sports Leadership
Often I do what is called a Leadership Flush. I just compile all of the great leadership quotes I have heard lately and pass them along to you. We all love quotes because they capture in language what we feel intuitively in our gut. Here are some incredible insights from some of the greatest athletes in […]
The Most Naturally Gifted Pastoral Leader I Have Seen In The Last 35 Years
Brian Dodd on May 23, 2012 in Church Leadership, Sports Leadership
I am about to make a very bold statement but one I feel deeply to be true. I think Derwin Gray, Senior Pastor of Transformation Church in Rock Hill, SC, is the most naturally gifted Christian leader to enter the pastorate since Bill Hybels planted Willow Creek Community Church 37 years ago! Pastor Derwin is a GREAT, GREAT Leader! […]