Over 42 years of work experience (22 in business and 20 in ministry), I have seen leaders make many mistakes, myself included.  These mistakes often go unnoticed by the leader who makes them but are evident to staff, volunteers, and others impacted by them. Poor leadership behaviors can cause severe collateral damage that is […]

You’ve found a candidate you instantly click with. They’re engaging, warm, great sense of humor. They’re the kind of person you’d bring home to momma. You can’t wait to bring them on board to inject their personality into your team culture. But don’t let a winning first impression override personality fit. That initial sparkle can […]

  What Does Current Research Tell Us? As leaders, whether in the for-profit or non-profit world, we have responsibilities for catalyzing and cultivating a movement of people toward providing services, products, and outcomes that help both the organization and the customers/clients flourish and transform. A significant part of this endeavor is about motivating and mobilizing […]

You just call out my name And you know, wherever I am I’ll come runnin’ To see you again Winter, spring, summer or fall All you have to do is call And I’ll be there You’ve got a friend Those are the words of the legendary singer/songwriter Carole King. Ministry can be lonely. Most people […]

The Benefits of Outside Church Experts Thank you for being a friend Traveled down a road and back again Your heart is true, you’re a pal and a confidant (Lyrics by Andrew Gold) Last week, we explored some critical signs that your church may need to reach out for external support and revitalization. But once […]

Clear, Open Communication is the Key to a Healthy, Unified Staff As a church leader, you know that clear, open communication is the key to a healthy, unified staff. When your team communicates effectively, they can collaborate smoothly, resolve conflicts, and ultimately further the mission of your church. But when communication breaks down, isolated silos […]

Communication is the backbone of your church. It fosters understanding, unity, and cooperation among leadership, staff, volunteers, and attenders.. However, Chemistry Staffing’s recent 2023 Church Staff Health survey indicates that not all church staff feel that their leadership effectively communicates with them. Approximately 40% of surveyed church staff expressed a need for improved communication from […]

Chemistry Staffing works with GREAT Churches and are looking for GREAT candidates! These are the current openings and positions that we are accepting applications for currently. NOTE: If you have already submitted a profile with Chemistry Staffing, there is no need to re-apply… you are already in their system and they will automatically consider your profile […]

Introducing Chemistry Staffing’s Four Pillars of Communication Chemistry Staffing has just released our highly anticipated 2023 Church Staff Health Report, offering a wealth of insights on the current state of church staffing nationwide. The in-depth report is a treasure trove of data, offering valuable perspectives on the strengths and areas for improvement in our church […]

As church leaders, we understand the critical role that a healthy and engaged staff plays in the success of our ministry. That’s why we are excited to announce the release of the highly anticipated 2023 Church Staff Health Report. This comprehensive report provides valuable insights into the well-being of church staff across the nation, equipping […]

Love alone doesn’t pay the bills… In our ongoing quest for church staff health, we’ve been exploring the building blocks of a thriving ministry team. So far, we’ve talked about the power of teamwork, the impact of leadership, and the art of hitting the right notes (even when the copier is jammed—again). Today, we’re zooming […]