Let’s face it! The only people that are qualified to be bishop are those that have a PhD in human psychology, with a masters in Family Relations, and an MBA from Stanford for good measure. The type of problems and crises church leaders face are sometimes staggering. Thankfully, each bishop holds the priesthood, is blessed with [...]
View PostSolving Home Teaching Through the Six-Source Model – Part 1
Home teaching — the holy grail of church programs. If the secret code could be broke, think of the problems it would fix. Because it is a great challenge for so many leaders, any time we can take another swing at solving it I think it is worth our time. Even though we are speaking in the context of home teaching everything in the following posts can be applied to visiting teaching as well.
View Post home teaching, Improve home teaching, improve visiting teaching, lds leadershipProfessor Curtis LeBaron Interview – Part 2
The power of stories and focusing on the individual.
View Post Curtis LeBaron, individual focus, lds leadership, Mormon leadership, storiesFrom the Experts – Professor Curtis LeBaron Interview – Part 1
What is Ethnography and how does it apply to church leadership?
View Post ethnography, lds, lds leadership, MormonA Conversation on Leadership with Elder Bednar
I took the time today to watch all 1hr 20min of a conference that Elder Bednar put on for those employed by the church. It is exactly what this site is about. Don’t put off watching this. Grab a pen and paper and enjoy!
View Post Apostle, church leadership, Elder Bednar, lds leadershipAbout LeadingLDS
WHY LDS LEADERSHIP? I have had the opportunity to serve in various "leadership" callings during my time as a member of the LDS church. When I say "leadership" I am referring to a calling in which I was required to preside over meetings, report progress, organize lessons, put on activities, and motivate the masses to [...]
View Post lds leadershipTOPIC: How to LEAD the LDS
The beginning of LeadingLDS
View Post lds ideas, lds leadership, lds leadership ideas, Mormon leadership