Principles for Sound Staff Evaluation
How to evaluate staff members fairly and effectively in congregational settings. Goal-focused criteria, regular feedback, and the role of the board versus the minister.
Resource Chapter: Ch. 9: Skilled Staff Leadership
Learning to Underreact
Leaders in congregations often overreact to conflict and complaints, making problems worse. How leaders can develop the discipline to underreact strategically.
Craft and Creativity in Ministry
The tension between craft (repeatable, honed skills) and creativity (improvisation and innovation) in ministry work. Planning systems should make space for both.
How to Give Away Your Power
Leaders who deliberately distribute power to staff, volunteers, and community members gain more influence and build stronger organizations.