Christian Leadership Alliance
Generosity is a foundational principle in our family. Generosity is a foundational principle in our family. Growing up, we watched our parents faithfully serve in ministry for many years. They made countless sacrifices and dedicated many hours to serving the Lord and others. Although we didn’t fully understand the significance of this as children, we are … Continue reading Generational Generosity
Christian Leadership Alliance President and CEO Tami Heim recently interviewed Nathan Jones, President, Youth For Christ Foundation. Since 2001, a fusion of theological reflection and best-practice has led Nathan Jones to unique opportunities as a catalyst for resource development and organizational health in a variety of kingdom-minded organizations – both large and small, and both … Continue reading Generous Giving
Many years ago, a mentor convinced me that fundraising is ministry. That changed everything. I no longer viewed asking for money as uncomfortable, awkward, or saw development work as “a necessary evil,” as some would term it. His view of donors as those who need ministry transformed how I approached this work. It has forever … Continue reading Capturing Hearts and Minds
“What do you mean my rating was ‘Does not meet expectations’?” “What do you mean my rating was ‘Does not meet expectations’? I have been receiving excellent reviews for several years now.” It was clear the employee didn’t understand why I had given him the performance rating of which I had just informed him and … Continue reading Ensuring Employee Success
Politics aside, we can all agree that we live in a time of economic uncertainty. This is a time when the need for influential leadership is paramount to organizational growth. Organizational growth only comes from leading teams that get results. Organizational growth only comes from leading teams that get results. Most organizations ebb and flow with … Continue reading Leaders of Influence
In your leadership, do you struggle with insecurity, irritability or being overwhelmed? Do you face toxic relationships, uncertainties or challenges that you are not sure how to address? If you’re reading this magazine, my guess is that you’re likely to believe that, through faith in Jesus, we have the Holy Spirit within us, as a … Continue reading Tapping into the Source
Take a look around. Whether you’re an executive leader at a Fortune 500 company, an unpaid volunteer in the community or the coach of your child’s soccer team, it’s evident that competent, Christ-centered leaders are needed more than ever. It would be easy to assume that in the Christian nonprofit sector, this is a given. … Continue reading Developing Christ-Centered Leaders
We see leadership failures regularly, both on the news and in our immediate network. One business leader wrecks a company due to mismanagement; another is fired for mistreatment of staff. A political leader has an affair, a teacher abuses a child, a church leader is fired for embezzlement, etc. In every case, the sordid details … Continue reading The End of Leadership?
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” (Nelson Mandela) If you’re a ministry leader, you likely believe changing the world is possible. You may have dedicated your career to leading your ministry toward finding a way to fund your cause. Yet, the new challenges you face in today’s nonprofit landscape can make the outcome you’re … Continue reading Breakthrough Leadership
With a big smile, Jay stood up, notes in hand, and exclaimed, “OK, thank you. Now I am ready to really go for it! I love having these conversations!” We had just finished a conversation clarifying ministry objectives and individual development goals. I was curious. He’s a highly effective leader, who, from my perspective, already … Continue reading The Development Cycle
