True leadership requires the courage to let go of what’s good in order to receive what’s better. Whether it’s possessions, positions, or plans, holding loosely allows us to lead with open hands, ready for transformation, collaboration, and God’s greater purpose.
You did it! You started a business with nothing more than a dream and a willingness to roll up your sleeves. You worked hard, really hard, and the business grew. You didn’t know what you were doing half the time, but you figured it out. You made it up as you went, and now you’re leading your very own multi-million dollar business.
The fastest way to lose sight of your business is to stop listening to your customers. What you think is happening inside your company and what your customers are actually experiencing might be two completely different stories. Too often, leaders rely on assumptions instead of real feedback—and that gap can cost you growth, loyalty, and trust.
In this post, Convene Chair Mike Edwards shares how to check in with your customers in meaningful, non-intrusive ways—and how to turn their insights into quick, high-impact improvements.
Are business growth and your faith opposed? Christian leaders often find themselves at a crossroads, seeking to balance ambition with their faith-based values. The desire to scale operations and achieve greater impact can sometimes feel at odds with the principles of service, integrity, and stewardship that underpin their beliefs.
Yet, scaling a business and adhering to Christian values are not mutually exclusive. In fact, by integrating biblical wisdom with sound business practices, Christian leaders can unlock a path to sustainable growth that aligns with their faith and honors God's purpose for their endeavors.
In an ever-changing world filled with uncertainty, leaders face a critical choice—become a hostage to chaos or a master of clarity. In this insightful article, Oleg Konovalov and Dave Ulrich explore how leaders can navigate volatile times with confidence. Through research-backed strategies, they provide seven actionable steps to transform uncertainty into structured success. If you’re ready to rise above the noise and bring clarity to your leadership, this is a must-read.
‘Do not worry.’ We’ve read Matthew 6:25-34 in the Sermon on the Mount, but what does that look like on a day-to-day, minute-by-minute basis? God knows our every worry, fear, and concern – and He can handle it. Many thanks to Darrell Passwater, Convene Forum Team leader, for his encouragement to think about how our lives might be different by truly living out this scriptural principle.
In business, our success is often measured by profit margins or growth metrics, but many leaders find themselves searching for purpose that is deeper than financial prosperity. This deeper purpose can be found by integrating your professional success with your faith. Convene’s members are proof that integrating your faith with your business practices can lead to better results both in business and life. Do your employees and customers know God’s hand in your life? Can you deepen your impact in God’s Kingdom by bringing your Christian values to work?
The Power of Purpose-Driven Leadership
Leading with a sense of purpose that aligns with your Christian values and beliefs can offer newfound fulfillment you may be searching for in your work. Have you intentionally incorporated values like integrity, compassion and stewardship into your everyday business practices? Is your company culture tethered to your faith? By integrating your faith with your business practices, leaders can create a work environment that fosters trust, respect, and long-term success.
Most all of us know someone who is a recent college graduate. While we can give advice, sometimes it’s better received when it comes from the professionals! ‘5 Financial Planning Tips for Recent College Graduates’ from our partner, Ronald Blue Trust, is practical, biblical and wise advise you can pass along to the recent grads in your life. It’s also sound advice for anyone seeking to be disciplined and intentional with the money they steward – because it’s always the right time to implement sound disciplines around money.
