We’ve all been there–the frustration of leading. You pour hours into a project or event, only to experience sub-par results. Or you have to make a decision in the moment, only to realize later you made the wrong choice. Anyone who has been in a leadership role can identify. Today, …
wes The Failure of Leadership
Do you ever feel like a failure? Over the past week I have had a couple people make mention of my leadership skillfulness (my word, not theirs). At the moment, however, I feel like a leadership failure. The ministry here has a hit an interesting spot, and one I am …
Connect with Other Leaders
I got to spend the first part of my week at the Texas Baptist Youth Ministry Conclave in Arlington this week. For years I have always gone with the intent of connecting with friends and picking some insight up along the way. This year, I was reminded why I enjoy …
3 Reasons to Ask for Help
Okay, so you are a leader. You are probably even good at some (if not most) of the stuff you do. But have you ever considered your ability to do more is actually a hindrance to those around you? Leaders fail when they fail to ask for help. Think about …
Never Lose Sight of the One
Today’s post is going to be ministry specific, but it plays a role in leadership as well. When I think back to the influential ministers in my life, very few of them became influencers because they stood at the front of the room. There was my youth pastor who would …