Posts Tagged ‘CLA National Conference 2013’
Thoughts on Authentic Leadership By Liz Selzer
Clarity of Purpose An authentic leader has clarity of God’s purposes and how they as leaders were lovingly and expectantly created to passionately join God in his vision for bringing hope to a hurting world. They see the beauty of gifting in others and work patiently and tirelessly to help people step boldly onto the…
Read More5 Leadership Lessons from Running the Race By Mark Hollbrook
After more than 30 years in the CEO role, people are starting to ask me two questions: First, when am I going to retire? Second, have I learned anything in all that time? The first question is up to the Lord and my board. As for learning, here are some highlights from a guy with…
Read MoreAuthentically Reflecting Jesus By Phyllis Hendry Halverson
I don’t know about you, but my heart is racing to think about reflecting Jesus. And at this minute, I am running to the Father just as Jesus did. It’s the only way. We can’t do this on our own. Jesus modeled a connection to the Father perfectly. Scripture shares how Jesus connected to the…
Read MoreLeading in the Glory-strength of God By Tami Heim
Be assured that from the first day, we heard of you; we haven’t stopped praying for you, asking God to give you wise minds and spirits attuned to his will, and so acquire a thorough understanding of the ways in which God works. We pray you’ll live well for the Master, making him proud of…
Read MoreThoughts On Authentic Leadership By Billy Burnett
Becoming an Authentic Replica Around 30 years ago, there was a television commercial in which a famous singer was used to produce a specific pitch that would shatter a delicate glass. then a voice-over would ask: “Is it live, or is it Memorex?” The point, of course, was that you couldn’t tell the difference. Authentic…
Read More7 Secrets to Leading the Next Generation By Dr. Tim Elmore
I just got off the phone with a business friend. He and I chuckled over an interview he’d just conducted with a recent college graduate. The candidate was a bright and overconfident female who told him in the midst of their conversation: “I’m going to have your job in 18 months.” My friend passed on…
Read MoreThoughts on Authentic Leadership By Holly Moore
Authenticity is Built on Trust The leaders who impacted me the most early in my career led authentically. I was open to their influence because the relationship was built on trust and open communication. Now, I am trying to emulate their example and continue to grow in my ability to lead authentically. It makes or…
Read MoreSeeking the Right Applause By R. Scott Rodin
A bookmark of mine carries a thought that has stayed with me throughout my years in leadership. It reads, “It doesn’t matter if the world knows, or sees or understands; the only applause we are meant to seek is that of nail-scarred hands.” Leaders are exposed to opportunities to generate applause. It can come in the…
Read MoreMore on Leadership from Dr. Wess Stafford
CLA President and CEO Tami Heim shares the rest of her interview with Dr. Wess Stafford, president and CEO of Compassion International. Dr. Stafford, CLA is honored to have you as a keynote for CLA’s 2013 Conference, “The Authentic Leader.”How important is authenticity? People hunger for authentic leaders. As a follower of Christ, living without integrity is not an option.…
Read MoreTalking Leadership with Dr. Wess Stafford
CLA President and CEO Tami Heim recently interviewed Dr. Wess Stafford, president and CEO of Compassion International. Stafford, an internationally recognized advocate for impoverished children, is the author of Too Small to Ignore and Just a Minute. He has announced his upcoming retirement after 35 years of service at Compassion, including the past 19 as…
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