Drive2011 was an incredible experience for both me and our team. Here are a 11 huge takeaways:
1. I am inspired more than ever to build a church that unchurched people want to attend.
2. I am motivated to be more intentional in designing weekend experiences that engage, involve and challenge both churched and unchurched people.
3. Clarifying the win at every level and in every ministry environment in the organization is essential for success.
4. I have to push leadership down. That is, empower other great leaders to raise their level of leadership in the organization. I am doing way too much and underutilizing the gifts and talents of the stellar staff within our organization.
5. I have to lean into my strengths and lead from them. I get frustrated when trying to lead outside of my giftings.
6. People resist things they don't understand and cannot control. I need to do a better job communicating the "WHY" as much as the "WHAT" in ministry.
7. The gospel is offensive. It divides because truth divides. The key into designing worship experiences is to not offend someone until the preaching event. In other words, create welcoming and fun environments that prepare the hearer to receive the truth.
8. I need to develop my personal schedule around the age and stage of my life. Your schedule will change with the changing seasons of life, family and ministry.
9. The best thing you can bring to your staff is your energy. Be sure to plan your meetings with your staff at times you have the most energy.
10. Get the best and brightest brains in the room for two hours a week to work on the organization and leadership development. I need a system to get the smartest people in the room.
11. Your approach to communication should be shaped by the goal of your communication. Approach is everything. How you say it is more important than what you say. Make it simple, memorable and portable.
