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I got to be on the world’s only user-antagonistic podcast…

Friday, January 20, 2012

Thanks Anthony, Heath & Matthew… I could do this every week.

Communications coaching group starts in March, 4 spots left…

Thursday, January 5, 2012

Our Fall 2011 Communications Coaching Network is meeting for the last time in December. It’s been a great learning experience bringing these leaders together from churches in Mexico, Iowa, California, Virginia, Illinois, Tennessee, Florida, Kansas and Indiana. Next month, they’ll join the alumni network–a ongoing channel for resources and support. While one season comes to an [...]

Free ebook from the AND Conference…

Monday, December 19, 2011

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On September 22-23, 2011, we hosted the AND Conference. During the two days, there were more than 70 breakouts covering a wide range of topics. Lucky for you (whether you were there or not) a posse of volunteer bloggers showed up to help document what was happening in every single session. Thanks to another brilliant idea from our [...]

Hey communication leaders challenging others… do you want to be challenged?

Thursday, September 29, 2011

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Chicago Conclave Sessions October 26 & 27, 2011

2 days, high learning environment, something for every member of your team…

Sunday, August 21, 2011

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I scooped the new format news a couple of weeks ago and new details are unfolding almost every day as we formalize logistics for The AND Conference on September 22 & 23. I’ll drop up-to-the-minute news on you here as it hits. The working list of electives was just posted. Thought you’d want to know. [...]

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Customize your line-up, take 2 days & experience the genius of the AND.

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

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Nearly every church in America focuses on one method or the other—“come to us” or “go to them”— but few focus on both at the same time. Last year, we kicked off a high-stakes conversation about the genius of the AND: the power of an attractional AND missional strategy together. Over 600 people came to the [...]

Fall Communications Coaching Network Open (SOLD OUT)…

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

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I can’t do it alone and there are times in my life when I need a good coach. I’ve talked about it before. The benefits of an ongoing professional alliance with one person (or a small team) creates unique benefits I can’t get in other learning environments—it’s a challenging, rewarding, provoking, empowering and highly-personalized experience. [...]

Need help organizing efforts to communicate for a cause?

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

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Communication is tricky. Especially organizational communication. There’s so many people involved–on the inside and out–to keep up with it. How do you communicate: INSPIRATION: information that motivates people to action. OWNERSHIP: mission, vision and values across departments and campuses. INCLUSION: a common vocabulary for diversified audiences. BALANCE: just enough but not too much. LONGEVITY: not [...]

Upcoming workshops, coaching, leadership & training events…

Thursday, June 23, 2011

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Here’s some upcoming learning events you, or someone you know, might want to be a part of. Don’t pass up the opportunity to get equipped and encouraged. 1. Friday, July 15 | WIREDCHURCHES WORKSHOPS | Granger, IN Specific and practical one-day events that run from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. We want to meet you! You save [...]

Why I’m flying across the country for Cultivate…

Friday, April 22, 2011

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As much as I love the West Coast, I don’t get there very often. It’s a long way from home and I’ve got a job, family and budget I’m trying to juggle here. Trips to California rarely, if ever, make the final cut when I’m trying to balance my personal relational, physical and financial budget. [...]