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Starting Well (#1325)

2014/02/12 By Greg

NadellaOn his first day as the CEO of Microsoft, Satya Nadella sent an e-mail to all employees that asked and answered several key questions:

  • Who am I?
  • Why am I here?
  • Why are we here?
  • What do we do next?

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Starting well is essential whether leading a multi-billion dollar business, a congregation, or a team/group/committee.   Nadella’s questions are ones that church leaders need to address.  While doing so on the first day of a new position may not always be possible, doing so early on in a new ministry is important.

  • Would you ever use Nadella’s format for communicating with a new constituency? Why or why not?
  • What is the best advice you ever received about starting well in a new leadership position?

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Greg is a follower of the Way of Jesus who strives to make the world a better place for all people. Currently, he serves as Chief Executive Officer of White Rock Center of Hope and as Interim Senior Pastor of Advent Lutheran Church. He has served ten congregations, taught religion to undergraduates for eight years, and helped three organizations provide quality healthcare to underserved populations. (Read More)

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