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A Mindset Change Back to Normal By Dave Waters
It Will Take a Mindset Change to Find Growth and Normal Again! Organizational growth requires a mindset change. After two years of Covid, many question whether things will ever get back to normal and whether growth is even possible again. The short answer to this question is “yes, growth is possible.” I want to share…
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Downsides of Moral Convictions By Alec Hill
Moral Convictions Drive Behaviors Moral convictions are good. They drive us to feed the hungry, evangelize the lost, protect children, and correct past wrongs. This is particularly true when we sense God’s call. The apostle Paul spoke of being “compelled” to share the good news. Martin Luther King Jr. felt that he had no choice…
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A Flourishing Culture By Al Lopus
Finding the Way to a Thriving and Flourishing Culture “Hope International had a purpose-driven and highly engaged culture,” says Peter Greer, CEO. “But I sensed that it was diluting rather than reproducing as we entered a season of accelerated growth. We recognized the importance of culture, but we didn’t know how to accurately gauge it—or…
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I Belong! An Alliance for Leaders Like You By W. Scott Brown
The Outcomes Conference 2022 “I Belong!” The Outcomes Conference 2022, April 26-28, in Louisville, Kentucky was themed “I Belong!” This dynamic event brought together like-minded leaders, who are on a journey of becoming lifelong friends through a shared passion for God’s kingdom work in our world today. I love the way Christian Leadership Alliance president…
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Health Benefits and the Great Resignation By John Staub
The Best Protection Against the Great Resignation The Great Resignation is proof that employers and employees need better health benefits options. We shouldn’t have been surprised since the research has shown it coming for years. We were warned that more than half of our employees would leave or stay, but actually seeing millions of members…
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Caring Better for Your Team By Remodel Health
Featured Webcast with Remodel Health: How to Handle Caring Better for Your Team and Cutting Costs At Remodel Health we believe very good leaders seek out ways to care better for their team even when they might not have the resources to make it happen. But what if you discovered there was a way to…
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How to Make Diversity and Inclusion Progress By Christine Talbot
5 Steps for Successful Diversity and Inclusion Outcomes Over the last two years, the United States has experienced a heightened level of pain, violence, public protest, division, and even fear about racial issues and injustices. This has brought significant focus on the diversity and inclusion work in organizations with employees having new expectations of their…
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A Time to Learn, Connect and Grow
A Time to Be Where You Belong! Yes it is time! I Belong is the theme of The Outcomes Conference 2022. Presented by Christian Leadership Alliance, this is the annual gathering of Christian leaders who are united in purpose and passionate about advancing kingdom outcomes. Legendary Location It’s time to plan your travel. Louisville, Kentucky…
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Ministry Bullies By Alec Hill
The Reality of Encountering Bullies in Ministry Recently, I drafted a list of bullies whom I’ve known over the years. Schoolyard ruffians were easy to recall. They were usually big, not-so-bright, and angry at the world. Workplace bullies came next. Generally more intelligent and subtle, they used psychological and emotional intimidation rather than fists. Webster…
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Understanding Executive Compensation By Larry Gadbaugh
With executive compensation, how much is enough? My executive compensation was one of the first things the Board Chair talked to me about when I was hired as CEO 20 years ago. As a former pastor, I had never been involved in that negotiation. Our elders had always dealt with such things. I was about…