I've been approached more than once over the years by individuals who are interested in "doing what I do." They're interested in becoming an executive pastor someday. They ask, "How do I become an executive pastor?" Given the uniqueness of the role and my path to the position, I'm not sure what to tell them. There's no degree or "typical" career path. In fact, in most cases, people in this role didn't set out to … [Read more...]
Prioritize!
Prioritization ... One Of The First Steps For The New Executive Pastor
After dealing with the organizational structure, implementing data collection and reporting processes, and putting a strategic plan in place, the new executive pastor must put First Things First. The new executive pastor has to work with the senior pastor and the rest of the staff on identifying and working on the highest priority items first. For example, when it comes to infrastructure development, the new … [Read more...]
Organizational Structure
Defining Responsibility And Authority ... One Of The First Steps For The New Executive Pastor
After ensuring the organization is properly structured for their own responsibility and authority, the new executive pastor must work this issue for the rest of the organization. Why? People are funny. If you put them in an ambiguous situation, the outcome will be exactly that ... ambiguous. I'm a firm believer in two fundamentals when it comes to leadership and building a great team. First, each team member … [Read more...]
Building Strong Infrastructure
Infrastructure Development ... One Of The First Steps For The New Executive Pastor
It could be argued that building a strong infrastructure is the most important responsibility of the new executive pastor. Consequently, in all of my coaching relationships, we spend most of our time discussing infrastructure. I've posted many times on the topic of infrastructure, in one way or another. Here's a list of relevant posts. Check them out! Leadership Fundamental – Developing Infrastructure is … [Read more...]