Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others…Philippians 2:4   While that is the foundation of good leadership, there are many other leadership skills that one needs to hone in on. A great leader is one who not only has the ability to delegate…

Recruiting is a challenging but crucial aspect of building a solid team. A lot is riding on the people you hire. They could make or break the success of your organization. While some ministries and organizations do an excellent job recruiting and hiring the right people, most don’t. According to a study by McKinsey &…

Ministry teams are more than just a group of volunteers who “get things done”. They are the heart and soul of the church and offer a wonderful opportunity for others to serve the Lord with their talents.  A strong ministry team also keeps a church healthy. Without a supportive team, pastoral staff and church leaders…

Did you ever imagine how difficult it would be to expand your current leadership skills to include being a digitally savvy leader so you could manage a team working remotely?  You wouldn’t be alone. Many leaders have struggled to adapt and innovate their approach to building a high-performance team remotely. Because there’s a lot to…

Love them or hate them, team-building exercises work! They are an essential ingredient to a well-bonded team. Giving your team a way to let their hair down while working together to solve problems creatively can help them learn and get to know each other in a fun way. It also gives you, as a leader,…

Leading a team to success is built on teamwork, respect, collaboration, trust, and connection. While each element has its own unique set of challenges, connection and collaboration can be the most difficult to garner, especially when remote, dispersed teams have become the norm. According to a Salesforce report, 86% of employees surveyed felt that a…

With the right tools and insights could you lead your team to the next level?   You’ve surrounded yourself with a team of talented godly individuals who are committed to the organization’s mission, but are they using their strengths in the best way possible?  It wouldn’t be unusual, or an indictment on your leadership, if some…

Leaders have the ability to shape people and make an impact. They can make a difference to the world around them. Many people call themselves leaders, but how many are truly effective leaders?  Ministry Insights strives to empower and develop leaders based on strengths. Let’s start by defining a few characteristics of a strong leader……