Three simple words in Emergent Leader have transformed the way that I lead. “Ask two more.” I think I have solid instincts. I think I am empathetic enough to read people pretty well. I’ve been told I am insightful and give good feedback and advice. I used to think that I was a good listener. […]

By Sue Easton, Emergent Leader Trainer Much of my work life has been spent in the business world so I frequently use examples from my experiences. In seminars, I often hear comments that reflect a concern that working within churches (and specifically working with volunteers) is very different from business and employees. However, I believe […]

Have you ever attempted to keep a toddler still? When sitting with my three-year-old granddaughter in church, I have this delusion that somehow she could be still. Perhaps one definition of a toddler is “constant motion” yet there are some rare and wonderful moments. When holding her in my arms or reading a book together, […]