One of the most significant innovations in the creation and implementation of formal processes is the use of "workflow tools." What does that mean? you ask. That's a good question. I've not talked to many, especially in the church, who are doing anything along these lines. A "workflow process" is one that is all electronic, notifying and prompting people involved in the process along the way. Here's a simple … [Read more...]
Strategic Planning Facilitation
Helping Churches Through Evaluation And Planning For The Future
I just returned from the Washington DC area where I helped a church through a Strategic Planning Process. I was there all day Friday and Saturday. I really enjoy leading church staff and lay leaders through this process! Watching leaders around the room begin to understand and imagine a future that's different, plotted out from a "plan and execute" point of view, is a very rewarding experience. The impact on … [Read more...]
Writing A Team Charter
The 6 Basic Steps To Follow When Writing Any Formal Team Charter
Our church operates using the Carver Policy Governance method when it comes to senior leadership. It's a "staff-led" model, with the Leadership Team functioning as the "board" defining the "end" of the organization. Our senior pastor is held accountable by the Leadership Team for the overall performance of the church as he defines the "means" for reaching the ends of the organization. Pretty simple, huh? Also … [Read more...]
Documenting A “Strategy”
Some Thoughts On How To Go About Developing And Documenting A Strategy
Documenting a strategy is one of the most important steps in any "plan and execute" leadership culture. I will blog more about a "plan and execute culture" in a future post, but for now, suffice to say that it's one of the most important aspects of a healthy leadership culture, be it in or outside the church. The purpose of a strategy is to succinctly communicate to the reader "the plan" for accomplishing … [Read more...]
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