Asking questions and giving opinions both have their place in problem-solving meetings. But we have all been in meetings where everyone is sharing their opinion. That is our default mode. Try being curious and ask questions instead. Research suggests that asking questions can often be more beneficial. Here are some key benefits of asking questions,... Continue Reading →
7 Ways Being a Wandering Photographer Helped Shape Me into a Leader, Part Two
This is the second half of a guest post by Mick Haupt. He is a photographer and graphic designer, and has worked with Cru for 25 years. Mick is a foodie, a cyclist, and family man with two uncontrollable boys. Check out Mick's blog. In 7 Ways Being a Wandering Photographer Helped Shape Me Into a Leader, Part... Continue Reading →
Leadership Lessons along the journey: Complexity
Complexity: Complexity arises for leaders because we must deal with competing values, contrasting demands and contradictory perspectives. This is the second universal leadership challenge mentioned by Allender. At times, complexity has left me confused and paralyzed. I have learned three great truths about complexity: 1. Not all complexity is complex. It just seems that way... Continue Reading →
