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The Art of Manliness

#457: Leadership Lessons From the Pastor of One of America's Most Innovative Churches

Nov 12, 2018
The podcast features Craig Groeschel, founder of Life.Church, discussing leadership insights like balancing innovation with stability, relinquishing control for growth, and showing appreciation to team members. He also shares tips on work-life balance, avoiding administrative duties killing creativity, and handling criticism.
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Quick takeaways

  • Leaders should show appreciation to their team members through personal recognition to keep them motivated and engaged.
  • Instead of rigid long-term planning, focus on creating flexibility to capitalize on unforeseen opportunities for sustainable growth and innovation.

Deep dives

Leading with Purpose and Connecting With Staff

Creating meaningful relationships with volunteers and staff involves acknowledging their efforts and making them feel valued. By showing appreciation through various means such as handwritten notes and personal recognition, leaders can keep their team motivated and engaged. Empowering volunteers, recognizing their contributions, and connecting their work to a greater purpose can inspire them to actively participate in achieving organizational goals.

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