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Leading Your Team to Success

October 5, 2021
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  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…

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Growing Together: Strength in Marriage

June 23, 2021
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We’ve all heard it, and we all know it. Opposites attract.  There’s a certain intensity or chemistry that bubbles up when you meet that special someone who is your polar opposite, like two magnets irrefutably drawn together. Although that opposition can be exciting and fun, it can become – over time – annoying. The very…

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A Guide to Recruiting and Retaining a Strong Team

June 7, 2021
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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 &…

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A Quick Guide to Building a Strong Ministry Team

May 15, 2021
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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…

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How to Help Your Team Work Better Together

April 5, 2021
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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…

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Strengths-Based Leadership: Understand Your Team’s Strengths

March 30, 2021
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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…

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What Makes a Strong Leader? 

March 20, 2021
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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……

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