Blog - Eric Echols

Culture Eats Strategy For Lunch [Quote]

“Culture—not vision or strategy—is the most powerful factor in any organization. It determines the receptivity of staff and volunteers to new ideas, unleashes or dampens creativity, builds or erodes enthusiasm,…

The Hardest Person to Lead…

The hardest person to lead…is yourself! That’s why Jesus calls us to die to ourselves in order to be effective leaders in His church. If we are going to lead…

4 Ways To Keep Volunteers AFTER You Recruit Them

Every ministry in the church needs volunteers. They are the lifeblood of a healthy church. When I first started out in ministry, I could get people to try it out…

The Power of Human Connection

Each week, kids and students show up at our churches looking for connection. We can offer the best programs, teach the best curriculum, and provide the best worship experience week…

Walk Before You Run

In life and leadership, you have to walk before you run. It’s been a little over a month since I had back surgery. If anything, it has revealed how impatient…

Are Your Policies Killing Your Team?

Rules, policies, and many procedures are often just a scapegoat for real leadership. They are often an attempt to “fix” something we’d rather avoid. It’s easier to create a blanket…

Culture Eats Strategy For Lunch [Quote]

The Hardest Person to Lead…

4 Ways To Keep Volunteers AFTER You Recruit Them

The Power of Human Connection

Walk Before You Run

Are Your Policies Killing Your Team?

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