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Great Presentation Tool For Churches

Jason Young — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 17:22:53 +0000

If you are looking for a presentation tool for your worship experience, then you will want to check out ProPresenter. I have used this tool for years. All the major conferences and innovative churches have this easy-to-use software for killer presentations.

This company has been a friend a supporter of the Whiteboard Sessions. I am thankful for all the work they do to provide the most powerful worship lyric and presentation software available. If you take the time to read what leaders are saying about this resource, you will see why this is a tool that could help you create meaningful and memorable experiences.

Check them out here.

Pain Is A Constant Companion

Jason Young — Tue, 17 May 2011 12:37:19 +0000

Pain touches everyone. Life tends to bombard us with difficult and uncomfortable situations that often leave us lurching through physical and mental pain. We can all point to recent situations that continue to fester as well as the scars from past pains. For some, pain becomes a motivator but for many, pain paralyzes us in fear and doubt and loneliness.

For me, pain has come from a myriad of places. I remember not getting a position at a church that I thought was best for me. I remember leaving a church because a man who attended the church decided he needed to run things, and it quickly became an unhealthy mess. I remember serving under a pastor who struggled to lead anyone. I remember leaving a job too early simply because I was unhappy. I remember struggling through a strained friendship.

These situations hurt me—some deeply—and left me lonely and disappointed. I wanted to quit. I wanted to run away. I’m sure you can tell a story or two, stories that would trump anything I’ve experienced.

Two years ago Craig Groeschel taught me that a leader’s constant companion is pain. If this is true, then how can we manage our relationship with pain? It seems that everyone on the planet is always trying to work through some kind of hurt or disappointment. It’s hard to just let go of those feelings. They often get the best of us and surface at the most inopportune times for us.

For me, I visited a counselor (several times). He helped me channel my feelings and provided some timely direction. I would like to say that this fixed it all. But it prompted me to head in another direction; the blame direction. I was often quick to react to my wife and kids during these periods of time. I would find someone to blame instead of being honest and dealing with my pain. I did not always handle pain very well.

After many years, I learned a life-changing truth: pain could be a defining moment, accelerating toward the plan that God wanted me to accomplish. I began to understand that pain was a catalyst, not a hindrance; an opportunity for growth, not an excuse for poor behavior.

But who signs up for pain? Not many people. And even if they do, we might categorize them as crazy. Crazy, however, is not so bad.

It’s not that we sign up for pain, it’s that we seek for the deeper lesson. We don’t allow pain to paint our lifestyle—one marked by bitterness and reactionary practices that end up marring our ministries and vocations. Pain, you see, has a purpose. Sometimes it protects us or breaks us, directs us or re-directs us, stops us or causes us to move quickly. So, if this is true, how can we use pain for good?

I have a few helpful hints that I’ve learned while dealing with my own pain. They are short and sweet, but they’ve helped me time and again. Here they are:

Listen carefully

Is the pain you are working through right now healthy pain? If so, what is it that can be learned? Is there a nugget of truth inside your storm of confusion that can be used to help you? The voice of pain can help us learn or unlearn life lessons that prove valuable in the long run.

Suck it up

Do not be afraid to hurt. Do not shy away from decisions that may lead you to pain. Give yourself permission to take some risks. Craig Groeschel also told me, “Often the difference between where we are and where God wants us to be is the pain we are unwilling to endure.” We must be willing to increase our pain threshold or else we, as leaders, will limit our influence.

Talk it out

Don’t become a hermit. Too often we retreat to the inside, hiding our pain from those who can help us the best. Find a friend or a counselor. Do not walk life’s journey by yourself. I know some people that feel that if they say they need help it is declaring weakness. If so, what is wrong with being weak? Remember, God is strongest when we are weakest (see 2 Corinthians 12:9).

Give it away

What you hold on to is what you believe you can control. What you release is what you believe you need help with. I love the hope in 1 Peter 5:7, “Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.” (ESV)

Move forward

Do not allow pain to restrain you. There is so much in front of you that beckons your attention, your skills, and your time. Today could be the day that you accelerate toward the person and life God has just for you.

So, if pain is indeed a constant companion, why not make friends with him? A.W. Tozer said, “It is doubtful that God can bless a man greatly until He has hurt him deeply.”

I have found that pain lays us bare—wide open before others. If we allow it, pain can accelerate influence, not from an ambitious standpoint but from the standpoint of service. Leading is serving; it is the embodiment of ministry. We serve first; influence is what follows. So pain can influence someone toward intimacy with God or reconciliation with a spouse or peace between rivals. Pain is the broad embrace of a God who can turn any situation for His glory.

At the end of the day, the development in my life and the influence from my life depend on pain. Remember, a defining moment could be as close as the next painful experience.

How Can I Please God?

Jason Young — Fri, 13 May 2011 17:20:43 +0000

Have you ever wondered how to please God? This question can seem overwhelming to answer. Where do you even begin? What if you found out that it was easier to do than you first thought?

In John 17, we find Jesus praying and in verse 4 He says to His Father, “I brought glory to you here on earth by completing the work you gave me to do.” If we took a deeper look at this verse, we will find nuggets that can help us to know how to please God.

When Jesus prayed, “I brought you glory,” the original language reveals through two pronouns that point to the fact that the work of Christ was nothing other than to glorify the Father. What does that mean?

To glorify someone or something means to honor them by making known their greatness. Jesus, through His life, honored God by making known His greatness. We see this demonstrated in His miracles, in His distribution of forgiveness, in His provision to people, in His humility to surrender His life on a cross, and in His powerful resurrection.

Did you know that God expected Jesus to accomplish the task for which He was sent to do? The words in this verse prove this to be the case. In other words, God believed in why Jesus was on earth and He fully trusted that the work He had entrusted to His Son would be accomplished.

How specifically did Jesus please God? John 17:4 answers this question: “…by completing the work you gave me to do.” The word completing implies a task that was completed to its fullest extent. Perhaps we could say that it reached maturity. The work started small and grew until it reached its desired heighth. Jesus finished His assigned task. Of course this prayer took place before the cross. However, this expression looks to the cross, thus including it in what He was to accomplish.

How can we please God? Honor Him by making His greatness known through our everyday lives. This can be done through our thinking, decision-making, speech, actions, extending love and forgiveness, and our responses to people. In so doing, we will accomplish the task that He believes that we can do. Our task will start small but will grow over time into maturity if we stick with it. May we not get lost in the pursuit of our fame, but become consumed with a holy discontent to believe that the only thing that matters is to listen to God and do what He says. If we can do this, God will be pleased.

We are overscheduled people. We often need help in organizing what is important. Remember what John Ortberg said, “To change, you have to want it.”

Here are two helpful resources to help us get what we want:

YouVersion – this is a free Bible tool for our phones that will help us to more frequently engage with God as we discover the relevance the Bible has for our lives. There are over fifty reading plans and can easily be synced with any mobile device. We will also find a community of people to interact with who are on life’s journey.

Monvee – this is an online tool that can help us to identify important factors unique to our spiritual lives, craft a growth plan based on who we are and what’s in the way, and then put our plan into action through a fully customizable dashboard.

William Tyndale said, ”There is no work better than to please God; to pour water, to wash dishes, to be a cobbler, or an apostle, all are one; to wash dishes and to preach are all one, as touching the deed, to please God.”

My Video Interview With @michaelhyatt

Jason Young — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 02:20:42 +0000

What fun I had learning from Michael Hyatt through our conversation. Check out his practical blog at www.michaelhyatt.com.

Come hang out with him in Atlanta on May 11 at the Whiteboard Sessions.

Free Help For Online Ministry Leaders

Jason Young — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:00:21 +0000

I wanted to tell you about a brand new blog launched this week, at http://churchwebsites.org. The content here comes from the gurus over at SiteOrganic, although it’s not a sales site at all. It’s packed full of great information about online ministry, church websites, and the art and science of doing ministry in today’s world. They make it clear that this is a resource for everyone–not just their clients and partners. Officially launched for less than a week, they already have tons of posts on things like media, sermon management, team planning, branding, and social networking. I’d encourage you to subscribe to their feed to stay up-to-date on some cutting edge thoughts for online ministry professionals.

The First Follower Matters

Jason Young — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:35:58 +0000

Do NOT underestimate the power of the first follower. The initiator is the one who gets “it” started, but without the first follower, there is no movement.

Click here for the transcript of this video.

Excellence Is

Jason Young — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 18:29:23 +0000

I hear it all the time, “We strive for excellence.” I wonder if everyone works off the same definition of excellence?! I am reading through Poke the Box by Seth Godin. He says:

…Excellence isn’t about working extra hard to do what you’re told. It’s about taking the initiative to do work you decide is worth doing.

What do you think?

Win 2,500 Pairs of Flip Flops For Your Community

Jason Young — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:58:44 +0000

Imagine if you could win 2,500 pairs of flip flops for YOUR church to give away to YOUR community. If you attend the Whiteboard Sessions, you are automatically entered to win. We will give away a total of 50,000 pairs of flip flops on May 11 to 20 winning churches.

I am thankful for our partnership with Soles4Souls. They are a Nashville-based organization that gives away a new pair of shoes every 7 seconds. To date, they have given away over 13.5 million pairs of shoes since they started in 2005. They will be at the Whiteboard Sessions ready to give away a total of 50,000 pairs of flip flops to 20 winning churches.

Will you win? Register for this one day event for only $89. Use SAVE10 and get $10 off your ticket.

Build Rapport With Your Audience

Jason Young — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:43:23 +0000

I was recently interviewed by a doctoral student about how to effectively build rapport while preaching to an unacquainted group of teenagers. I had to rank the answers in order of importance and explain each one. After the interview, I thought the responses might be helpful to share. I would love to hear your responses as well.

Here are the three ways that have helped me to build rapport not only with teenagers, but with all ages.

1. Understand the audience – know who they are
2. Be with the audience – avoid elevating yourself as a superior
3. Listen to the audience – be sensitive to their body language and facial expressions

What would you add to the list?

Affordable Way To Get The Right Things Done

Jason Young — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 04:34:39 +0000

Imagine getting your work life organized for less than $9 per month or $69 per year. Apple, Yahoo, MIRAMAX Films, and MTV use it to name a few.

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We have too many ideas and not enough action. What if there was a radical approach to productivity and project management? Online or offline, you can get organized and make your ideas happen with Action Method Online.

The Action Method organizes all of your projects into their most basic elements:

Action Steps are tasks that need to be completed. Each Action Step should start with a verb.
References are notes, links, files, sketches – any information related to a project that gives you context to your Action Steps.
Backburners are the brilliant ideas that you want to come back to later, but are not yet actionable.
Discussions enable you to manage ongoing conversations across all of your projects with anyone that works with you.

Without organization and productivity, brilliant ideas never happen.

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A Father’s Kiss

Jason Young — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 03:39:25 +0000

I have a two-year-old son, Jake. As you can imagine, he often becomes victim to bumps, cuts, and bruises. Literally, every time he falls down he walks over to me, points to what hurts and says, “Hurt. Kiss. Please.” I gladly lean over and kiss his boo-boo. He says, “Thank you, Daddy.” He then runs off. Jake may still hurt but some how I have lessened his pain. He feels comfort from his father.

Jake asks me to kiss his boo-boos because:

He knows that I care
He and his pain want attention
He knows relief will come if he makes his pain known

Some of you reading this post are hurting right now. You desperately need the kiss of a father. For you, perhaps the word “father” stirs up unpleasant memories. For others of you, there are memories of your father that you will forever cherish.

God, who the Bible calls a caring Father, deeply empathizes with your hurt. Would you let Him “kiss” your hurt? Your pain may not immediately go away, but somehow you will feel an indescribable comfort.

Why should you ask him to “kiss” your hurt?

He cares
He will give you and your pain attention
He will provide you relief if you make your pain known

Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you. 1 Peter 5:7

Six Negative Listening Habits

Jason Young — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:29:38 +0000

Author Adele Lynn identified six negative listening habits. As you read through them, do you recognize any of them that apply to you or that apply to others? I found myself saying, “Yikes, I do that one.”

Rebuttal Maker – listening long enough to give a rebuttal
Advice Giver – listening long enough to give unsolicited advice
Interrupter – more anxious to speak words than to listen
Logical Listener – rarely asking about the underlying emotions attached to a message
Happy Hooker – using the speaker’s words only to get to his own message
Faker – pretending to listen

Feel free to share the habits that apply to you.

Leadership Is A Long-Term Commitment

Jason Young — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:25:22 +0000

Leadership…

We think it will be easier than it is.

We think it will be faster than it is.

We think it will be shorter than it is.

We think it will be finished when it isn’t.

-Bruce Wilkinson

God Wants Us To Know This

Jason Young — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 13:27:18 +0000

I’m not merely the best version of you that you can think of.

I am far more than that,

above and beyond all that you can ask or think.

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We Can All Teach

Jason Young — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 21:31:44 +0000

You can be a teacher. Everybody can be a teacher. We can all teach someone somewhere about something.

You might be a mom, dad, business owner, pastor, or a teacher. Position does not dictate whether or not we teach.

For a number of years, I have had the opportunity to serve in a teaching role tinboth church and business environments. I appreciate both worlds and find them both necessary. Recently, I was reading a book that helps educators to create significant learning experiences.

Among others, he posed these two questions to educators:

In your deepest, fondest dreams, what kind of impact would you most like to have on your students? What is the distinctive educational impact you would like for your teaching and your courses to have on your students?

Selected responses:

develop a deep curiosity
apply and use what they learn in real-life situations
engage in lifelong learning
continue to grow as critical thinkers
mentor others
see the need for change and be a change agent
be creative problem solvers
develop key skills in life, such as communication skills
see the importance of community building, both at work and in their personal lives

You can be a teacher. Everybody can be a teacher. We can all teach someone somewhere about something.

If we were asked the following question how would we answer:

In your deepest, fondest dreams, what kind of impact would you most like to have on those that you teach? What is the distinctive impact you would like for your teaching to have on those that you teach?

May we not waste our teaching moments.

Is Success A Spiritual Matter?

Jason Young — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:54:56 +0000

There are so many definitions of success. Phrases often associated with success include: climbing the ladder, closing a sale, record numbers at a worship experience, quality of material possessions, number of speaking engagements booked, and money made.

I was reading this morning about David’s success in 1 Samuel 18:5:

…David went out and was successful wherever Saul sent him…

Then I read in verse 12:

Saul was afraid of David because the LORD was with him…

Why was David so successful?

I then read a little further in and landed on verse 14:

David had success in all his undertakings, for the LORD was with him.

Hmm.

How To Say Goodbye

Jason Young — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 14:25:26 +0000

Today may be the enemy of your tomorrow. In your business & personal life, the tomorrow you desire may not come to pass if you don’t end some things you are doing today. Join Dr. Cloud for a FREE, 2-hour simulcast experience, available on demand for two weeks beginning TODAY, February 4. You’ll learn how to…

Know when to have realistic hope and when to execute a “necessary ending” at work, or with an individual;
Identify which employees, strategies, projects, activities, and relationships are worth nurturing and which are not;
Overcome resistance to change and create change that works;
Create urgency and an action plan for what’s life or death in your work;
Change your work culture from stuck to moving ahead;
Stop wasting resources needed for things that really matter.

This helped me decide on what to end so that I could focus on what is really important.

Available FREE online at http://www.necessaryendingssimulcast.com

Satan, The National Intelligence Strategy, And Us

Jason Young — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 21:33:47 +0000

Here is a popular phrase, “The devil made me do it.” Have you ever heard someone say it? Have you ever said it? I know I have thought it in my mind before.

We have given the devil way too much credit and space in our lives. For so long we have played the smaller dog role and let him assume the big dog role. Enough of that.

What if assumed the big dog role and dwarfed him? After all, because of Jesus the power inside of us is stronger than the pressures around us.

I think I have an idea of how to do it. The insight came from an unlikely source: The 2009 National Intelligence Strategy of the United States of America. Yes, you read that correctly. I spent some time reading the 24-page document this week. Interesting and insightful…believe it or not.

What can we learn and apply on how to strategically turn the tables on Satan?

create unity of effort – work together under the same direction
ensure accountability – make sure commitments get carried out
tailor support – use numerous solutions to win
foster agility – move quickly to ensure a win
deepen relationships – do deep life together
foster mission management – identify go-to people that are best in specific areas

Video: Think Different. Do Different.

Jason Young — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 14:03:23 +0000

Starting A New Job? Ask 2 Questions.

Jason Young — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 22:01:28 +0000

If you are starting a new job, schedule time with other team members to ask them questions about the company’s culture, their responsibilities, and your role.

Don’t forget to ask them these two important questions:

1. What is ONE thing that I MUST do to do well here?

2. What is ONE thing that I MUST NOT do to do well here?

Their insight could help to set you up for success and save you potential heartache.

What Could You Possibly Do?

Jason Young — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 19:26:13 +0000

Have you ever asked yourself, “What could I possibly do that is worthwhile?” You are not alone. I have asked myself that question more than once. Let me introduce you to seven people who were ALL influenced by another person.

It all started with a guy from Boston.

His name…

EDWARD KIMBALL led a small group at his church when he met a challenging teenager. That seventeen-year-old young man was poorly educated and prone to outbursts of anger and profanity.

His name…

DWIGHT L. MOODY. He became the “greatest” evangelist of the nineteenth century. In 1879, he was instrumental in the life change experienced by a young man.

His name…

F.B. MEYER. He became a minister. He mentored a young man.

His name…

J.W. CHAPMAN. He became a pastor and evangelist. He also started an outreach to professional baseball players. There he influenced a young man.

His name…

BILLY SUNDAY. He became one of the greatest evangelists in the first two decades of the twentieth century. He influenced a young man who eventually came back to work with him.

His name…

MORDECAI HAM. He became a preacher. He was preaching when a teenager responded to the invitation “to give your life to Jesus Christ.”

His name…

BILLY GRAHAM. He has influenced more people than any other preacher in history. He remains a trusted confidant to presidents and other key influencers.

Do the best you can where you are, with what you have, for a purpose that is greater than yourself. You can be someone worthwhile. You can do something worthwhile. Somebody needs YOU! Be a domino.

Need: Formula For Orphans In Haiti

Jason Young — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 14:36:42 +0000

I recently traveled to Haiti with Soles4Souls. Incredible experience.

The last day we were there included spending time with babies and children in the orphanage, Maison Des Enfants De Dieu.

On the flight home, I was looking through the pictures of the children in the orphanage, and I cried. I asked, “What could I do for them?” So, I asked the director of the orphanage.

Formula for infants. They are currently running out.

Meet my little buddy, Stanley (right). He is one of over 70 children in the orphanage. Stanley and I had the best time playing with Beanie Babies together. I wanted to bring him home.

By March 16, they need 1,000 bottles of formula. Could YOU help make this happen?

—————

Option 1: Donate formula by dropping it off at or mailing it to:

2300 Holcomb Bridge Rd
Ste 103-C5
Roswell, GA 30076

Important Details:

No glass please. These could break when being transported.
Similac or Infamil is acceptable. FYI: the babies there spit up less when using Similac.
Ready-made, concentrate, and powder formula is acceptable. FYI: ready-made and concentrate are preferred since the water there is not always safe and bottled water is limited.

Option 2: Donate any amount of money here. We will then buy formula at a bulk price.

100% of what you give will go towards this immediate NEED.

Please! We have until March 16 to make this happen. We will personally take the formula to the orphanage in April.

Video: Surprising Science of Motivation

Jason Young — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 14:32:19 +0000

I love this video from Daniel Pink when he spoke on the surprising science of motivation at TED. Take some time to watch and learn. I have found his presentation very helpful. I recommend his popular book, A Whole New Mind.

Set The Table

Jason Young — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 02:52:47 +0000

Have you ever had a job and your boss resigned, was laid off, or got fired? Soon a new boss was coming on scene. How did you feel? Nervous? Uncertain?

What if you were the new boss coming on scene? How did you feel? Nervous? Wondered if people would like you and your vision?

I was the new kid on the block.

I walked into a team meeting where everyone stared at me. Hello first day at a new job, I thought.

Option 1: Lay out my ideas and strategies. Get people moving.

Option 2: Be honest about any awkwardness or apprehension in the room. Ask good questions. Actively listen.

I already knew which option was best (previously tried option 1 and it failed).

Robert Eckert, CEO of Mattel, said it best,

Setting the table means preparing the atmosphere for honest, collegial dialogue by drawing on a set of tools designed to quell any sense of apprehension.

Most of the time, the best move that we can make when we assume a new position is not to do much at all. The beginning and sustaining element of all work should be relationally-based. Why? Respect and loyalty for and from your employees.

Food Is A Powerful Tool In Leadership

Jason Young — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:12:05 +0000

When snacks are served the situation feels temporary. People say to themselves, “I don’t want to be here long.”

When a meal is served it feels more like family. People say to themselves, “I want to stay.”

Why is eating a meal together important? Robert Eckert, the former CEO of Kraft and the current CEO of Mattel, wrote:

When people gather together to share a meal, they are nourished not only in body but also in spirit. They become face-to-face equals who exchange opinions, ask questions, receive answers, and share ideas.

Next time you have a meeting with someone or with a group of people, perhaps you should try it over a meal. You might get more from your people and they may feel like the time was worth their being there unlike most meetings we attend.

Whiteboard Sessions Sponsors

Jason Young — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 21:10:24 +0000

The Whiteboard Sessions: Presenters 4-7

Jason Young — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 02:23:13 +0000

Presenter #4

Jenni Catron serves as the Executive Director of Cross Point Community Church in Nashville, TN, where she leads the staff and oversees the ministry at five campuses. Her passion is to lead well and to inspire, equip and encourage others to do the same. That passion drove her to start the women’s leadership community, Cultivate Her. Jenni blogs at www.jennicatron.tv.

Presenter #5

Ben Arment is the founder of STORY, an event held every year in Chicago to fuel the creative class, and Dream Year, a 12-month process to help people achieve one dream in one year. He is the former west coast director for Catalyst and author of Church in the Making: What Makes or Breaks a New Church Before it Starts. He helps several national organizations develop events and initiatives. Ben blogs at www.benarment.com.

Presenter #6

Charles Lee is the CEO of Ideation Consultancy, a company that specializes in branding, marketing, design, web, social media, and event development. He is also the creator of grassroots efforts including the Idea Camp and Ideation Conference. His life passion is to help people move their dreams and ideas from inception to implementation. Charles blogs at www.charlestlee.com.

Presenter #7

Dr. Tim Irwin is a licensed Psychologist, frequent speaker and leading authority on leadership development and organizational effectiveness. He is the author of the widely acclaimed book, Derailed. Tim has been a consultant to some of the most well-known companies including Chick-fil-A, IBM, Bank of America, and The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company. He is an adjunct professor at the University of Georgia and at the Reformed Theological Seminary. Learn more at www.drtimirwin.com.

The Whiteboard Sessions: Presenters 1-3

Jason Young — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 15:06:34 +0000

Presenter #1: Michael Hyatt

Michael Hyatt is the Chairman and CEO of Thomas Nelson Publishing in Nashville, Tennessee. His philosophy is that if you are going to lead well, you must be thoughtful and purposeful about it. He has written four books, one of which landed on the New York Times bestseller list where it stayed for seven months. He has been married to his wife, Gail, for 32 years and they have five daughters. Michael blogs at www.michaelhyatt.com, which is currently the number one leadership blog.

Presenter #2: Pete Wilson

Pete Wilson is the founding pastor of Cross Point Community Church in Nashville, Tennessee. Cross Point is an 8-year-old church that reaches over 4,000 each weekend through its 4 campuses located around the metro Nashville area. Pete is a pastor, speaker, and author who resides in Nashville with his wife Brandi and their 3 boys, Jett, Gage, and Brewer. His first book, Plan B, was released in the spring of 2010 and his next book The Space Between is set to be released September of 2011. Pete blogs at www.withoutwax.tv.

Presenter #3: Travis Mason

Travis Mason is a rising star among the new generation of strategists leading change in America’s churches and Fortune 500 companies. He brings a unique and innovative approach to solving complex problems. Travis currently serves on the team at Google, Inc. and on the worship team at National Community Church in Washington D.C.

Know When To End Things

Jason Young — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 15:26:42 +0000

The tomorrow we desire may very well depend on what we choose to end today.

Join Dr. Henry Cloud on January 28 for a FREE Simulcast. LIVE from 9-11am EST and On-Demand from 12-8pm EST.

Learn two imperative lessons:

how to deal successfully with the three different types of people you lead and interact with: wise people, foolish people, and evil people. He will help you spot these different types of behavior, discuss the challenges of dealing with each, and present effective solutions to help you move forward.
how to prune, which is removing the unwanted or superfluous in your organization. He will discuss the employees, businesses, and relationships that we all must give up in order for us to move forward. The content will serve as a diagnostic to help you see the things and people that are getting in the way of the success of your vision, whether dead, sick, or healthy, and the session will give you the practical tools that you need for you and your team to move forward.

For details and to register, click here.

Affordable and Accessible Leadership Coaching

Jason Young — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 21:13:31 +0000

Imagine access to some of the world’s best influencers for $.35 per day or less. No joke.

There are a lot of influencers offering coaching networks right now. In fact, it appears somewhat vogue. I have been part of several coaching experiences and most of them are overrated. Just my opinion.

I want a coaching experience that includes seven elements:

affordable
accessible
short
worthwhile content
start and end date
peer and team involvement
strategic plan

Developing a leadership plan and following through is essential for unlocking your true leadership potential. Yet, for many of us, finding a mentor to guide us on our leadership journey is harder than we imagined. This is where Leadership2Go can help. It’s a one-year online leadership development plan that’s engaging and easy to implement.

Each month, Tim Elmore will provide a video teaching session that includes interviews with well-known and influential leaders from both the corporate and non-profit worlds. In addition, you will receive a detailed growth plan that you can implement each month such as: a monthly reading plan, a note-taking guide, ideas for practicing leadership principles, discussion questions to use with your team, and access to an online community of fellow leaders.

In 2011, our theme is: The Elephant in the Room. Together, we will wrestle with critical leadership issues that everyone is aware of, but often are afraid to talk about. By the end of the year, you will be able to address some of the biggest obstacles leaders face with strength and integrity.