When Money Changes Hands

Explore the impact of charging for mentoring and how it makes a difference for both the mentor and mentee. Learn how to be a professional mentor, the financial element and the mechanics of a mentoring partnership. Read my article to join the conversation and share your thoughts!

Professional Supervision for Principals, Pastors and Leaders

As a mentor and professional supervisor, I have found that providing a safe space for leaders to discuss their thoughts and emotions can be incredibly beneficial. Recently, I was supervising a young pastor who was struggling with a difficult situation involving a team member. By reflecting on how Jesus responded to similar situations, we were able to find new ways of thinking and responding for my supervisee. It’s important to consider not only the supervisee in a presenting issue, but also to guide them in considering Jesus’ responses to all those involved. Remember that Jesus suffered and endured every test and temptation, so that he can help us every time we pass through the ordeals of life.

Finding the Right Mentor for You

Mentorship can be a valuable resource for personal and professional growth, but finding the right mentor can be a challenge. In this article, we explore some key considerations for finding a healthy and trustworthy mentor, including the importance of independence and complementary gifting. We also provide a checklist to help you assess the competency and health of potential mentors.

Formulate Contingency Courses of Action

As a leader, it’s important to assess and manage risks in the workplace. This includes not only physical threats, but also mental and emotional ones like burnout. To reduce risks, I seek guidance from experienced colleagues and build strong communication within my team. When risks do arise, I approach them with calm and confident leadership. In this article, I offer tips for identifying and addressing risks in the workplace, drawing from my own experiences as a leader.

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Today I’m sharing some important and exciting news; we (myself and Adrienne) will be stepping down as Senior Ministers of C3 Church Robina in November this year. We have been preparing for this over the last 5 years in consultation with C3 Church leadership. In consultation and with affirmation of C3 and our board, we are delighted to name Josh …

A Free Download of Burnout and Beyond is Coming Your Way!

I am so excited to share a great opportunity with our readers! Beginning Monday, October 3, 2022, 12:00 AM PDT through Friday, October 7, 2022, 11:59 PM PDT, we will be offering a free download of my new book Burnout and Beyond!  Burnout! Burnout is a very serious issue facing Christian leaders today. The world of ministry is fast-paced and …