Do things

"We have a 'strategic' plan.  It's called doing things."   -Herb Kelleher, founder of Southwest Airlines Do you get things done?  Really get them done - or just talk about it?  It's a lot easier to talk...

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Do things

Don’t Give Up on Summer

Summer is almost here!  The sun stays up longer, the temperature gets unbearable, Sunday attendance is dismal, and giving slumps so much that most church leaders say to themselves, “It’s summer so it’s time for...

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Don't Give Up on Summer

Increasing Baptisms by Reducing the Barriers

I have heard it said that the wrong question is, "How can I grow my church?" and the right question is, "What is stopping my church from growing?" In the area of baptisms I think this...

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Increasing Baptisms by Reducing the Barriers

MeetWith.me – Relational Ministry’s Secret Weapon

One of my favorite leadership books is Keith Ferazzi's Never Eat Alone.  If you've not yet read this book, go pick up a copy and read it tonight.  It presents a comprehensive plan for networking...

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MeetWith.me - Relational Ministry's Secret Weapon

BetterMe – Can your church handle the truth?

Have you ever wondered what those first time guests really thought about the bathrooms?  How was the welcome on Sunday from the greeters?  Did someone chase them into the parking lot trying to get them...

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BetterMe - Can your church handle the truth?