ReLeader with Dr. Jon Chasteen Leading Broken Churches
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Aug 15, 2024 
Carey Nieuwhof, a renowned author and podcaster focused on leadership and church growth, joins to discuss leadership challenges in revitalizing struggling congregations. They explore the balance of honoring past leaders while fostering a new culture after moral failures. Nieuwhof shares insights on the importance of patience, vulnerability, and effective communication in rebuilding trust. The conversation emphasizes transforming organizational culture and navigating the complexities of leading inherited organizations, along with the healing journeys of both leaders and communities.
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Sales Territory Turnaround
- Jon Chasteen's first job involved revitalizing a failing sales territory.
- He transformed the worst-performing territory into a top performer.
Starters vs. Fixers
- Some people are naturally gifted at starting things, while others excel at fixing them.
- The Bible features figures like Elisha and Joshua, who were effective re-leaders.
Unexpected Ministry Path
- Jon Chasteen transitioned into ministry after a career in higher education.
- Initially hesitant, he accepted a campus pastor role and later became lead pastor after a moral failure incident.