THE LEADER IN YOU -”Steppin Into Your Purpose”

BSJ CHRISTIAN SEMINARSMinister Brenda Simuel Jackson, Ph.DDaughters of Deborah Annual Conference

©2006 Revised

Leadership Defined

Leadership: Application of Influence to develop people, to help people reach their potential. (John Maxwell)

Leadership: Influence; the ability of one to influence others to follow (J. Oswald Sanders)

Leadership: The act of making a difference. (Hackman & Johnson)

Leader Defined:

Leader: A person or something that guides.Leader: The most significant positionLeader: One that rulesBiblical definition (Greek N.T.)

Luke 6:39 Leader is a teacher who bears fruit Matt 15:14 Leader is one who guides the way Hebrew 13:7, 24 A leader is one who rules over;

One who is imitated. Acts 8:31 A leader guides to understanding

Leader Types

Positional

Knowledge/expertise

Charisma

Appointment

WHAT TYPE OF LEADER ARE YOU?

Autocratic?Supervisory?Democratic?Participatory?Laizzez Faire?

Leadership Styles

AUTHORITARIAN/ SUPERVISORY

DEMOCRATIC/ PARTICIPATIVE

LAISSEZ-FAIRE

Sets goals individually, Directs goal setting

Involves others in goal setting

Followers set own goals

One way communication

Open communication

Superficial communication

Controls discussion Facilitates Discussion

Avoids discussion

Dominates interaction/ Guides Interaction

Focuses interaction Avoids Interaction

Personally directs tasks/Provides oversight

Provides suggestions and alternatives

Input only if asked

Leadership Styles

AUTHORITARIAN/ SUPERVISORY

DEMOCRATIC/ PARTICIPATIVE

LAISSEZ-FAIRE

Infrequent positive feedback

Frequent positive feedback

Infrequent feedback of any kind

Poor/Average listener

Effective Listener/Positive climate

May have poor or effective listening

Uses conflict/competition for personal gain

Mediate conflict for mutual gain/encourages competition for mutual gain

Avoids conflict and competition

Rewards Obedience, punishes mistakes

Rewards Accomplishments, punish last resort

Avoids rewards and punishments

Biblical Leaders

Abram:MosesDeborahPaulEstherNehemiahTimothy

PREDOMINANT STYLE OF JESUS

HumbleTaught by ExampleDemocratic/Participative

Involved followers Open Communication Facilitated Discussion Focused Interaction Frequent Feedback Effective Listener

Minimum Level of Skills for Respected Leadership

Communication Accountability Trust Clarity of Vision Sharing of Information Joint Problem-Solving Level of expertise Knowledge of

weaknesses

Communication Skills

Moses: Exodus 4:10-16Minimal skills

Interpersonal Listening Public Speaking Group/Conference Techniques Use of Technology Writing Reading

Accountability Skills

Saul: 1 Samuel 15:10-11

Deborah & Barak: Judges 4:8-10

Answerable for Actions/Non actions Maintaining records Reckoning transactions

Trustworthy Traits

Moses: Exodus 4:1-5 Confidence in the person’s intent.

Follow those in whom there is trust. Credibility Lack of suspicion Freedom from fear to discuss

Removal of perception of manipulationRemoves attitude of aggressionremoves uncertainty of outcome

Clarity of Vision

Habakkuk 2:2-3

Biblical Visions Ezekiel 37:1 Isaiah 1:1 2 Chronicles 32:32 Revelations 1:10-11;4:1

Clarity of Vision

Clear Purpose

Clear Commitment

Clear Strategies of Achieving

Clarity of beneficiaries of vision

Information Sharing and Problem solving Skills

Maintaining Confidences but not hoarding information to gain power (gatekeeping) Esther 2:19-22; Proverbs 15:22-23

Leader must receive input from others who are effected by decisions. Proverbs 15:22-23 Matthew 18:19-20 2 Corinthians 13:1

PERSONAL STYLE ASSESSMENT- Adapted from Abundant Life Counseling Center, Sabrina Black

“Let’s do it now!”

“How was it done in the past”

“Trust me it will work out”

“Let’s keep things the way they are”

Takes charge Determined Bold Purposeful Decision Maker Assertive Firm Enterprising Goal Driven Self-reliant Adventurous Competitive Enjoys challenges Leader

Deliberate Discerning Detailed Controlled Reserved Predictable Analytical Orderly Inquisitive Precise Factual Persistent Scheduled

Takes risks Visionary Enjoys Change Fun-loving Likes variety Very verbal Promoter Group Oriented Optimistic Avoids Details Mixes Easily Creative Energetic

Loyal Non-demanding Adaptable Sympathetic Patient Even Keel Enjoys Routine Good Listener Avoids Conflict Dislikes Change Tolerant Deep Relationships Thoughtful

Total Total Total Total

Spiritual Leadership Characteristics, Sanders, J. Oswald, 1997, 55-76.

Characteristic Scriptural Base Description Discipline Galatians 6:23 Self-Control

Vision Hebrews 11:17-19 Vision is based on faith; it is the ability to see the end results as did Abraham in sacrificing his son

Wisdom Proverbs 10:9 Colossians 1:9

Wisdom applies knowledge and provides the wise path, gives understanding to apply in real situations.

Decision Acts 22:10 Strength in decision making to go in the right direction as did Paul when God told him to go.

Spiritual Leadership Characteristics

Characteristic Scripture Description Courage 2 Corinthians 7:5 Paul did not allow

obstacles or danger to his physical well being stop him from progressing.

Humility Matthew 21:24-28 A willingness to sacrifice, and not Lord it over persons, but willing to serve.

Integrity 2 Corinthians 2:17 Sincere in promises.

Patience 2 Peter 1:17 Make election sure with self-control and perseverance.

Communication: Spiritual Leadership Skill

Communication: James 1:19-24, 3:3-6; Proverbs 15:1-4,18

Leaders must set the proper climate Leaders must respond without malice

YOUR PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Become an expert in your passionFoster genuinenessHave a pleasant appearanceGo the extra milePerform symbolic acts of value

The Master Plan and Goal Setting Processes

The Blue Print for Action

The Mission Statement

The Team Members (Organization chart)

The Recipients of the Products

The Master Plan

“A Master plan is a written statement of the group’s assumption about its direction, organization, and resources.” (Bledl & Engstrom, Boardroom Conference, p. 179)

Planning is evidence of Faith.

Proverbs 16:9 “A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.

Characteristics of the Mission Statement

Describes service providedDescribes type of organizationDescribes recipients of serviceDescribes nature/quality of

service/productDescribes how to measure effectiveness.

LEADERSHIP APPLICATIONS FROM EZRA & NEHEMIAH

2 Chronicles 36:22-23; Nehemiah 2:5-7 What is the mission of King Cyrus and of Nehemiah?

Write a mission statement for Nehemiah.

Ezra 1:1-2:70 Write a Master Plan List some of the Team members of Ezra. Who are the stakeholders? Who are the recipients of the mission?

Ezra 3:1-3:10; 1:2-5; 3:7 2:68-69 Identify the needed resources. Describe the commitment needed to accomplish the

mission

EQUIPMENT INVENTORY

GIFTS AND TALENTS

Personal Equipment Inventory

Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Because of what Jesus Christ did for us, our service to Him is not empty.

Our efforts are investments in His cause.Our reward is when He returns.

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

God has equipped us for His purpose.The plan belongs to God not to us.

Scripture: 1 John 3:18 God expects us to invest in work that

expresses our talents and provides our needs.

Mission - Work that meets God’s agenda on earth (reconciliation)

Mission:Use talents to show God’s love in our

daily relations.Jesus’ work integrated word and

deed.Neither word or deed was above the

other.

Gifts of Grace and of The SpiritGifts of Grace and of The Spirit

Romans 12:6-8 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Ephesians 4:11 1 Peter 4:11 Prophecy Wisdom Apostles Speaking Service Knowledge Prophets Service Teaching Faith Evangelists Exhortation Healing Pastors and

Teachers

Liberality Working of Miracles Giving Aid Prophecy Acts of Mercy Ability to distinguish

Spirits

Various Tongues Interpretation of

Tongues

GiftsScripture Reference Gifts for Ministry in Word Gifts for Ministry in Deed Roman 12:6-8 Prophecy

Teaching Service Showing Mercy Giving (monetary) Encouragement Leadership

1 Corinthians 12:4-11, 28-30 Apostolic Proclamation Prophecy Discernment of Prophecy (of Spirits) Teaching Spiritual Wisdom Spiritual Knowledge Speaking in tongues Interpreting tongues

Faith Healing Miraculous powers Helping Administration

Ephesians 4:7-12 Apostolic Proclamation Prophecy “Pastoring” and/or teaching Evangelism

Career Success

Successful Entrepreneur

The Blessings and Theology of Work

God blesses us through our working Proverbs 12:11 He who forms his land will

have plenty of food, but he who follows worthless pursuits has no sense.

Proverbs 12:24a - The hand of the hard working will rule.

Working is not a curse, it is a blessing. Genesis 3:17

The land was cursedWork can be painfulWork is necessary to eat

Theology of Work

Working is not a curse, it is a blessing. Proverbs 24:27, 30-34

After work the house is builtIn Jewish tradition, after one is working, then there is

marriage (Jacob)Poverty is the result of lack of work

Perceptions are meaningless Proverb 12:9 Appearances are meaningless Blessing to work with one’s own hands Better not to be dependent on another person

Theology of Work

Psalm 104:14-23 Opportunity given for work is a blessing and

not punishment.God provides a cycle of opportunityThe benefits received negate the pain of obtaining

Ecclesiastes 10:10 Theology of work provides gaining skill Theology of work provides using mind over

physical strength

Scriptural Supports for a CareerScriptures Guides for

Business/ Work Preparation Success

Genesis 3:17 God’s Plan Willing to work even during troubles and trials

Success/having sustenance til death.

Proverbs 6:6-11

Do not be lazy Have wisdom & perseverance

Supplies for future, food for present, lack of poverty

Ecclesiastes 3:12

Gift from God Rejoice Food and Sustenance

Philippians 4:6,13

Prayer, Perseverance

Success

Deuteronomy 28:43

Be in charge of situation not vice versa

In Obedience to God

You will not be the borrower or the tail.

Scripture Support for a CareerScriptures Guides Preparation Success Daniel 1:3-5; 11-21

Provide good service regardless of community

Obedience to God, Wisdom, Knowledge, Education, Training

Promotion, Status, High status in site of King

1 Peter 2:18 Our Conscience toward God

Serious Responsibility

Commendations

1 Peter 3:8-10 Our relationship to Christ

Be Courteous and respectful

God’s Blessings

Matthew 25:15-30

Teachings of Christ

Investing and building on the talents given.

Prosperity and greater responsibility.

2 Thessalonians 3:8-12

Do not be idle or be a busybody and not work.

Use authority appropriately

Not to be a burden to anyone

Proverbs 24:16 Persevere Success

Self Evaluation Check List for Going into Business (Starting Your Own Business)

Check the answer that best describes You!

Are you a self-starter? I do things on my own. Nobody has to tell me.� If someone gets me started, I keep going all right.� Easy does it. I don’t put myself out until I have to.�

How do you feel about other people? I like people. I can get along with just about anybody.� I have plenty of friends - I don’t need anyone else.� Most people irritate me.�

Self Evaluation

Can You Lead Others? �I can get most people to go along when I start something. I can give orders if someone tells me what we should do.� I let someone else get things moving. Then I go along if I �

feel like it.

Can you take responsibility? I � like to take charge of things and see them through. I’ll take over if I have to, but I’d rather let someone else �

be responsible. There’s always some eager beaver around wanting to �

show how smart he is. I say let him.

Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneur

Overpowering need to achieve Follows through on commitment Positive mental attitude Objective Respectful attitude toward money, but sees it as a means

of accomplishing. Anticipates development & makes things happen. Resourceful Emotionally stable personality Good Communication skills Good Technical knowledge

DIVERSITY

Definition

“The degree of basic human differences among a given population” (Samuel C. Certo, Modern Management, Prentice Hall, 1997, 565)

Areas of Diversity:

Race Gender Ethnicity Customs Religion Social Class Physical Ability Age Education Geographic Location Language Talents and Skills

Biblical Foundation of Diversity

Genesis 11:1-9 Result of disobedience Results from pride and attempt to rule on

man’s terms and not God’s direction Main types of Biblical Diversity:

LanguageNations

Bias - Free Communication Suggestions

RACE AND ETHNICITY (Northville Adaptation)

Notice words, images, and insinuations that reinforce stereotypes

Only refer to race or ethnic origin when relevant to topic Avoid language that has questionable racial or ethnic

connotations Avoid patronizing racial or ethnic groups with tokenism

in news stories, or anecdotes Review publications and media to ensure all are

adequately and honestly represented

Bias Free Communications

Gender Use gender neutral words/phrases Address both female and male perspectives with

phrases like members and their spouses. Use parallel words when specifying gender like “he/she”

or “women/men”, or use a disclaimer stating that the use of the pronoun, he, includes male and female.

Do not stereotype by gender. Avoid describing men by profession and women by

physical attributes.

Bias Free Communication

Age Mention age only when relevant Ask individuals or groups what they prefer to be called. Avoid cliches. Use words that actually describe rather

than stereotype. Remember that children and older persons are

individuals, and they can speak for themselves, do not assume you know what they want.

Remember that you may underestimate a child’s or older person’s capability or energy, ask discerning questions.

“To freely pat and touch children and older people simply because of their age is presumptuous and biased”.

Bias Free Communication

Physically/Mentally Challenged Recognize that a handicap is a disability only when it

severely precludes a specific task. A disability is a legal disqualification, “people who use

wheelchairs are not disabled unless their handicap is relevant to a task performance.

Concentrate on performance rather than a handicapper characteristic, e.g. The blind operator should be The Operator, the hard of hearing accountant, should be the Accountant.

Ask individuals or groups how they wish to be addressed/characterized.

Characteristics influencing Interaction (Adler & Elmhorst, Communicating at Work, McGraw Hill, 1999.)

Traits U.S. Japan Mexico Social Unit Individual Group Family Authority Structure

Egalitarian Hierarchical Hierarchical

Basis of Authority

Competence Seniority Trust

Decision Making

Individualistic Consensus Authoritarian

Attitude toward Conflict

Seeks Avoids Avoids

Diversity Check List

__ I am interested in the ideas of people who do not think as I think, and I respect opinions even when I disagree with them.

__ Some of my friends or associates are different from me in age, race, gender, physical abilities, economic status and education.

__ If I were at a social gathering with people outside of my own group, I would go out of my way to meet them.

__ I do not need to understand everything going on around me, I can tolerate ambiquity.

__ I am able to change course quickly. I can change to adapt to new situations.

Diversity Check List

__I recognize that I am a product of my upbringing and my way is not the only way.

__ I am patient and flexible. I can accept different ways of getting a job done as long as the results are good.

__ I am always asking questions, reading, exploring. I am curious about new things, people and places.

__ I am interested in human dynamics and often find myself thinking, “What’s really going on here?”

__ I can see two or more sides on an issue. __ I have made mistakes and I have learned from

them.

Diversity Check List __ In unfamiliar situations, I watch and listen

before acting. __ I listen carefully. __ When I am lost, I ask for directions. __ When I don”t understand what someone is

saying, I ask for clarification. __ I sincerely do not want to offend others. __I like people and accept them as they are. __I am sensitive to the feelings of others and

observe their reactions when I am talking. __ I am aware of my prejudices and consciously

try to control my assumptions about people.

Benefits of Diversity

Creativity and innovation

Broader range of skills

Better Decisions Based on different Perspectives

Better Services to Diverse Customers

Increased Talent Pool

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