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Are you hiring order-takers or high‑performers?
Deborah IkeA robot only takes orders. It receives commands and completes the tasks as specified. It can't really think for itself; it can only do what it's been programmed to do. Does that sound a bit too close to what some of your employees do? Do you distribute tasks and receive reports back when each is completed? Is that really all you want in a team member?
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1 Web trend churches should do well
Mark MacDonaldWebsite design paradigms are constantly changing. Thanks in part to coding abilities and analytics (the ability to know what a person is looking for online). Since we realize what people are looking for, Web designers and content developers (that's you!) are trying to create "user-centric" design.
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5 tips to prevent burnout in ministry
Deborah IkeDo you sometimes feel like you live at the church? Do you feel guilty leaving each day knowing there's still more work to be done? If so, you’re not alone. I've worked in ministry and felt the struggle between the work I was dedicated to do for God and my own physical, emotional and spiritual health.
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3 questions to avert church ‘shutdown’
Mark MacDonaldFor the first time in 17 years, the U.S. government has shut down. Many thought it would never happen; some thought it was inevitable. All because people can’t agree to move forward in certain ways. And sadly, it could happen to your church.
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Do you realize how much administrative work impacts ministry?
Deborah IkeWhen we think of ministry, we envision worship, a powerful sermon or prayer at the altar. Those are the central focus of Sunday mornings and rightfully so. However, the careful planning and watchful eyes of church administrators help make those ministry moments possible.
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3 marketing lessons from Jesus
Mark MacDonaldI get pushback regularly from church leaders when it comes to marketing. And I understand why. Often marketing feels like "compromising our message" or "manipulating an audience" for monetary profit. And each of these is absolutely wrong for the church. We deserve better.
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