When you prepare for the future, it’s critical that you take steps to maximize your God-Given Leadership Potential. George Barna, author of more than 50 books addressing cultural trends, leadership, spiritual development, and church dynamics, is frequently cited as an authoritative source by the media. Barna has been hailed as “the most quoted person in the Christian Church today” and has been named by various media as one of the nation’s most influential Christian leaders.
In 2002, he wrote A Fish Out of Water: 9 Strategies to Maximize Your God-Given Leadership Potential—a book given to me by a friend this Spring. Barna outlines five dimensions for effective leadership:
- Calling: You must understand God’s calling on your life.
- Comprehension: Authentic leadership is not about position, power, popularity, or perks; it is about obedience and servanthood, resulting in transformation.
- Character: You must be the type of leader who moves people to trust you to take them places that they otherwise would not go.
- Competencies: Exhibit mastery of practices that move people toward meaningful outcomes.
- Consequences: You take responsibility for the results of your leadership.
For Barna’s specific strategies, click here.