Leadership Styles
Transform the way your leadership team works together.
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PowerPoint| Topics: | Christlikeness, Leadership, Leadership styles, Mentoring, Motivation, Servanthood |
| Filters: | Church board, Deacon, Discipleship, Elder, Pastor |
| Purpose: | Ministry |
| References: | Psalm 78:72 , Romans 12:8, 2 Timothy 2:2 |
| Date Added: | August 27, 2007 |
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Leadership Journal
Developing Leaders
The premier practical journal for church leaders devoted an issue to "Developing Leaders," which includes helpful interviews with Marlene Wilson and John Maxwell.
Read the issue online at:
http://christianitytoday.com/le/9l2/
Better Than Success: 8 Principles of Faithful Leadership
by C. Jeff Woods
Rather than applying secular business or organizational theories to the Christian setting, this book establishes a definition for faithful leadership focused on a biblical and theological perspective. Especially helpful: "Creating Kairos," or turning crisis moments into meaningful opportunity. (Judson Press, 2001; ISBN 081701389x)
Coaching Change: Breaking Down Resistance & Building Up Hope
by Thomas G. Bandy
Teamwork is crucial to decision making in any church. This book shows how coaching can build teamwork by growing winning people. (Abingdon Press, 2000; ISBN 0687090172)
How to Change Your Church (without killing it)
by Alan Nelson & Gene Appel
This book doesn't endorse gimmicks or fads. It says church growth comes from within, and when we revitalize the focus, operation, commitment, and decision-making potential of the local church, it will grow. (Word, 2000; ISBN 0849916607)
Leadership by the Book
by Bill Hybels, Kenneth H. Blanchard, Phil Hodges
How to model Christlike behavior in the workplace. Full of insights, tools, and tactics for becoming a successful leader where you work (William Morrow, 1999; ISBN: 0688172393).
Now, Discover Your Strengths
by Marcus Buckingham & Donald O. Clifton
A program based on the Gallup study of over 2 million people shows you how to develop your talents and strengths—and those of the people you manage (The Free Press, 2001; ISBN 0743201140).
The Ascent of a Leader
by Bill Thrall, Bruce McNicol, & Ken McElrath
Performance-based skills aren't enough; true leadership also requires character. The process for integrating values like integrity, honesty, and selfless service into the fabric of our lives, organizations, and cultures. (Jossey-Bass, 1999; ISBN 0787947660)
The Making of a Leader
by J. Robert Clinton
Based on the lives of hundreds of historical, biblical, and contemporary leaders, this book explores six stages of leadership development (NavPress, 1988; ISBN 0891091920).
The Seven Churches Not Found in the Book of Revelation
by Gene Mims
Seven kinds of contemporary churches and what style of leadership works best with each (Broadman & Holman, 2001; ISBN 0805424555).
Understanding and Changing Your Management Style
by Robert C. Benfari
The ability to manage well involves six personality traits, all of which can be objectively analyzed and changed. Here are the tools to do that (Jossey-Bass, 1999, ISBN 0787908584).
DISC Profile
An assessment that can help you and your leaders understand your personality styles. This knowledge can be extremely beneficial in working together and forming a solid team.
Leadership is an Art
by Max Depree
A look at a leadership style based in communication, empowerment, and good ethics. Depree deals with how to move away from highly centralized leadership while still maintaining high standards. (Currency, 2004; ISBN 0385512465)
Courageous Leadership
by Bill Hybels
This book is an enjoyable read that gives clear principles for courageous leadership. Learn to apply tested leadership principles to who you are and develop an effective style of leadership. (Zondervan, 2002; ISBN 031024823X)
DISC Profile
An assessment that can help you and your leaders understand your personality styles. This knowledge can be extremely beneficial in working together and forming a solid team.
Courageous Leadership
by Bill Hybels
This book is an enjoyable read that gives clear principles for courageous leadership. Learn to apply tested leadership principles to who you are and develop an effective style of leadership. (Zondervan, 2002; ISBN 031024823X)
