http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-QN5BeQC2Y If you hear the phrase “Reporting live from (insert your name) Church”, RUN!!! The attached video is definitely worth two minutes of your time. After watching this disturbing display, I began to think about How do you know when you’re in trouble as a leader or pastor? The following are the “leadership” principles we can learn […]
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Top 15 Reasons Why I Love My Church
Brian Dodd on August 23, 2010 in Character, Church Leadership, Family, Relationships
I have the privilege of attending the wonderful Fellowship Bible Church located in Roswell, GA. As I was driving to church this morning, I was thinking about how much I look forward to this time each week. I can’t wait to get up on Sunday mornings! The following are the reasons I love my church. Now please know, […]
How To Build A Champion Part 2
Brian Dodd on August 18, 2010 in Character, Great Teams, NFL Draft, Sports Leadership
As promised, the following are the second list of ten excerpts from Christopher Price’s book The Blueprint on how the New England Patriots built the NFL’s team of the decade. To read Part 1, click here. These lessons are applicable to any organization. “Scott (Pioli) is very detailed. He knows how to build a consensus in […]
How To Build A Champion Part 1
Brian Dodd on August 17, 2010 in Character, Great Teams, NFL Draft, Sports Leadership
The New England Patriots were the NFL’s team of the decade. In Christopher Price’s book The Blueprint he uncovers the architectural design of the team that has become the standard for how to construct a NFL franchise. Regardless of your profession, these principles are transferable to building your organization. Some of Price’s many findings from the 2000 and 2001 […]
30 Things I Never Get Used To
Brian Dodd on July 25, 2010 in Character, Church Leadership, Family, Generosity, Relationships
Today my air conditioner went out. It will be repaired in a couple of days so it could be worse. However, it reminded me that even though I’ve lived in Georgia for over 40 years, I have never gotten used to the heat and humidity during our summer months. As leaders, I know there are things we should never be […]
10 Things I Love About Leadership
Brian Dodd on July 21, 2010 in Character, Church Leadership, Relationships
Some posts you write are simply reflective and cathartic. This will be one of those as I am currently in that state of mind. Leadership is a wonderful thing. It definitely has some perks which often makes its price worth paying. The following are just some of the reasons why I love leaders and leadership: Leadership gives organizations and people vision. […]
Inception Leadership Lessons Part 1
Brian Dodd on July 18, 2010 in Church Leadership, Movies
Inception is the finest movie I’ve seen since The Blind Side. Except for three words that were said which really disturb me, I recommend this movie to anyone who is tired of a popcorn experience and wants an intellectual challenge. It’s Oscar worthy! After watching Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and now Inception, Chris Nolan is […]