Parallel Leaders

Staying Ahead of the Curve: The Latest Trends Impacting Church Leaders

Are you a church leader looking to stay ahead of the curve in a constantly changing culture? Discover three key trends that could be impacting your church's growth and mission! Learn how to reassess your approach to leadership, understand the changing dynamics of trust, adopt a missionary mindset when tackling challenges, and more! These strategies will help you navigate the shifting landscape around religious leaders in today's society. 
 
Topics Include: 
Understanding the changing dynamics of trust 
The concept of "pushing the mission forward" versus "slowing down" in organizational practices.
The shift in societal perceptions of pastors and religious leaders.
Adopting a missionary mindset and understanding the cultural context as potentially pre-Christian.
The importance of assessing and adapting ministry practices in response to cultural shifts.
 
 
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ABOUT OUR GUEST SPEAKER: 
 
 
Rich Birch is one of the early multi-site church pioneers in North America. He led the charge in helping The Meeting House in Toronto to become the leading multi-site church in Canada with over 5,000+ people in 18 locations. In addition, he served on the leadership team of Connexus Church in Ontario, a North Point Community Church Strategic Partner. He has also been a part of the lead team at Liquid Church - a 5 location multisite church serving the Manhattan facing suburbs of New Jersey. Liquid is known for it’s innovative approach to outreach and community impact. Rich is passionate about helping churches reach more people, more quickly through excellent execution. His latest book Church Growth Flywheel: 5 Practical Systems To Drive Growth At Your Church is an Amazon bestseller and is design to help your church reach more people in your community.
Find out more about him at unseminary.com

Mastering the Art of Team Huddles: Boost productivity and build stronger connections

Leveraging the 10 minutes before every service opportunity can take an average weekend to an over-the-top experience. In this workshop, we will get uber practical and give you a tool to use to make better use of the huddle times you have with your team.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
6 Key Elements of a successful huddle
The value of incorporating fun
The role of huddles in building relationships within a team
How huddles can prevent problems from escalating and foster proactive problem-solving.
Developing commitment and a sense of purpose among team members
 
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
► check out Rich Birch at https://unseminary.com
 
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ABOUT RICH BIRCH:
Rich Birch is one of the early multi-site church pioneers in North America. He led the charge in helping The Meeting House in Toronto to become the leading multi-site church in Canada with over 5,000+ people in 18 locations. In addition, he served on the leadership team of Connexus Church in Ontario, a North Point Community Church Strategic Partner. He has also been a part of the lead team at Liquid Church - a 5 location multisite church serving the Manhattan-facing suburbs of New Jersey. Liquid is known for it’s innovative approach to outreach and community impact. Rich is passionate about helping churches reach more people, more quickly through excellent execution. His latest book Church Growth Flywheel: 5 Practical Systems To Drive Growth At Your Church, is an Amazon bestseller and is designed to help your church reach more people in your community

Irresistible Team Leadership

The best way to build a team is to stop recruiting! In this workshop, we will dive into the mindset as a leader and how it impacts our ability to build teams that are so irresistible that we don't need recruiting to fill them up. Plus, we will look at simple ways all of us can improve the experience of our team every weekend!
 
TOPICS INCLUDE:
The Influence of Mindsets on Leadership and Outcomes
Gifts versus Gaps
Shaping the culture of volunteering through mindset shifts
Five factors present in irresistible teams that reduce the need for excessive recruitment
 
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Grit by Angela Duckworth 
Christine Kreisher & Irresistible Teams. 
 
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How to Keep Going When the Going Gets Tough: Insights on Resilience

Have you ever wondered how some leaders seem to effortlessly navigate challenging situations and stay composed while achieving success? In this video, we explore top leadership strategies to boost personal leadership, build resilience, and achieve great results. Discover practical tips such as "thinking high," building a supportive community, and pre-determining affirmations that can help you overcome any obstacle and thrive in the face of adversity. Listen now to learn how to become a resilient leader!
 
TOPICS INCLUDE:
Embracing Mission and Mindset
Finding the Right Support System
Discovering your personal motivation
Prioritize with purpose
Nurturing Resilience Through Honour
Embracing the Reality of your Calling
Respect your seasons
Gain Giraffe Perspective
Create Tangible Reminders
 
 
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The Art of Resilience: How to Create a Team That Can Overcome Any Challenge

Explore the secrets of building a resilient team that can handle anything. From understanding the importance of people, pressure, and persistence, to learning how to master tension and navigate obstacles, gain valuable insights to unlock your team's full potential.
Whether you're leading a small startup or managing a large corporation, these practical tips and insights can help you create a culture of resilience that will empower your team to achieve long-term success. 
 
TOPICS:
The definition of a team and the importance of collective problem-solving
The three main things every person desires
Managing tension and pressure within a team
Why you should become a curator of tension
Strategies for creating personal margin for unexpected pressure
The importance of persistence in building a resilient team
How to create a culture where people refuse to quit on each other
 
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The Power of Resilience: 10 Key Traits and Habits to a Strong Mindset

Discover the secrets to developing a strong and resilient mindset. From the importance of having a growth mindset to building a habit of quality reflection, we'll share the key traits and habits that can help you navigate life's challenges with grace and fortitude. Learn how expressing gratitude, seeking support, and embracing change can help you not just bounce back but grow and thrive after adversity. Click now to unlock the power of resilience!
 
TOPICS INCLUDE:
How gratitude can improve mental health and build resilience
The difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset
The importance of having a mentor, pastor, or friend to help navigate life's challenges
The process of reflection and adaptation in building resilience
Why resilience is not about bouncing back but about integrating difficult experiences into our lives
Practical tips for cultivating gratitude and resilience in your own life
 
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Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest

There is no such thing as work-life balance. You always end up cheating something. The key is creating rhythms. 
Creating a rhythm of work and rest is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and avoiding burnout. Without it, it's easy to become overworked and stressed, leading to relational, physical and mental health problems. A rhythm of work and rest ensures that you have dedicated time to focus on work or other responsibilities while also making time for self-care, relaxation, and rejuvenation. This balance allows you to be more productive, focused, and effective in your work while improving your overall well-being.
 
TOPICS INCLUDE:
Embracing healthy rhythms rather than balance
Living by priorities in 5 keys areas
Identifying and adapting to seasons
Embracing a team rhythm of work and rest
Communicating and monitoring each other's seasons to create unity and accountability.
Tips for when to take vacations or when to schedule downtime. 
Establishing a weekly work/rest rhythm and having a monthly reflect/reset routine.
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5 Ways to Guard Team Culture in Times of Uncertainty

In times of uncertainty, a healthy team culture is essential. It has a major impact on the ability of teams to adapt and pivot, collaborate effectively, and make decisions efficiently.
 
Discover 5 practical ways to build a stronger and more resilient team culture that can thrive even in the face of challenges.
 
TOPICS INCLUDE: 
The importance of team culture during times of uncertainty
What team culture is and why it matters
The impact of uncertainty on team culture
The role of leadership in shaping and maintaining a healthy team culture
The importance of caring for team members well-being.
 
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
► Podcast on developing trust within a team: https://pod.fo/e/171fe9
 
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7 Common Traits of Integrity

Integrity isn't just about doing the right thing - it's about doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. When employees and leaders prioritize integrity in the workplace, they build trust at all levels of the organization developing a more positive work environment and creating a culture of accountability and responsibility that benefits everyone.
 
TOPICS INCLUDE:
• Why Honesty and Accountability Matter
• Why Gratitude and Respect are Key Traits of Integrity
• How Integrity Helps You Face Unexpected Obstacles
• Helping Others Without Losing Yourself: Setting Boundaries
• The Power of Admitting Mistakes
 
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
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4 Ways to Create Unity Within a Team.

Every leader strives for, but not all achieve: unity within a team. As the Greek fabulist Aesop once wrote, “United we stand, divided we fall.” This is true not just in the military but in every aspect of life, including the workplace. So, how can leaders create unity within their teams? 
 
TOPICS INCLUDE:
The importance of unity within a team
The definition of unity and how it relates to a team
The four essential steps for leaders to achieve team unity:
How to present a vision as a solution to a problem
The significance of repeating and celebrating the vision regularly
How to communicate the vision to the team
Why leaders should embrace the vision personally
The benefits of creating a united team.
 
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