As you are aware we celebrated the Martin Luther King, Jr holiday this past Monday. As I read multiple leadership posts throughout the week, there just seemed to be a spirit unity and bringing people together. At least for one week, it felt like civility and respect and had re-entered American culture. With that in mind, […]
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12 Practices Of Effective Vision Casters
Brian Dodd on January 9, 2013 in Church Leadership
“God gives you a look into the future of what doesn’t exist yet and then gives you a passion to bring what doesn’t exist yet into the present reality.” – Pastor Derwin Gray of Transformation Church On Vision Whether it is business, non-profit, sports, or the church, Pastor Derwin Gray of Transformation Church in Indian Land, SC is […]
The Top 10 Leadership Lessons I Learned Working For John Maxwell Part 2
Brian Dodd on August 27, 2012 in Church Leadership
In honor of August 26th being my 10th anniversary as an employee of Injoy Stewardship Solutions, I wanted to reflect on the Top 10 Leadership Lessons I Learned From Previous Owner Dr. John Maxwell. One for each year. To read the first five lessons, click here. Now for the remaining five lessons: A Constant Commitment […]
7 Practices Of Highly Successful Teams
Brian Dodd on June 18, 2012 in Great Teams, Performance, Sports Leadership
Most leaders understand that you can accomplish more with a team than you can by yourself. We understand there is more power and potential in “we” than “me”. We know that TEAM stands for “Together Everyone Accomplishes More.”  Leaders do not have to be convinced of these truths. What leaders need, however, is a formula for achieving peak […]
The 25 Greatest Leadership Quotes On Cross-Cultural, Multi-Racial, Multi-Generational Ministry I’ve Ever Heard
Brian Dodd on February 28, 2012 in Character, Church Leadership, Family, Great Teams, Relationships
Today I was exposed to the finest teaching on effectively delivering cross-cultural, multi-racial, and multi-generational ministry that I’ve ever heard from Pastor Derwin Gray of the incredible Transformation Church located in Rock Hill, SC. Pastor Gray is an absolutely AMAZING leader!!! As a former NFL player and now pastor, he is being used by God to serve others and transform the way we view those around us, especially […]
The Difference Between How Average People And Special People Should Be Treated
Brian Dodd on December 10, 2011 in Church Leadership, Great Teams, Sports Leadership
Many developing leaders struggle with the following phrases from those on their team: “That’s not fair! You’re not treating us the same!” “How come there is a different set of rules for them?” “No wonder I don’t produce like they do.  They get all the best leads. We don’t get the same opportunity.” Inexperienced leaders are frightened by these questions, […]
10 Lessons Learned From Driving My Car Into A Ditch During An Ice Storm
Brian Dodd on January 12, 2011 in Character, Church Leadership, Family, Generosity, Momentum, Performance, Relationships, Sports Leadership
Today I hit a patch of heavy ice and drove my car into a ditch. My trip was going just fine as I came upon a slight incline. My plan was to go between 20-30 mph and the momentum would carry me right over the hill. However, the car in front of me was far more “cautious” and […]