The challenges and demands we face as business leaders can feel isolating. Some leaders struggle with burnout, and if you are feeling the same way you may begin to question your purpose as a leader. Other leaders find themselves in need of support while navigating setbacks in production, financial strain, or issues in their company’s workplace culture. By joining a peer-to-peer advisory team, business leaders have the opportunity to strengthen their leadership through participation in the community. It is important to also call attention to the benefits of internal work that builds a community into your company culture.
As Christians, our church community is a grounding place for us to land on Sundays. But have you considered how integrating your faith with your work can impact your success? At Convene, 85% of members outperform their competition, and 97% attribute transformation in their business, life, and faith to their Convene experience. Ultimately, our members have increased their profits by living out their God-given purpose.
Colossians 3:12-14 says, “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” Christian business leaders have the opportunity to lead by example, modeling this love, and setting expectations for a company culture that is built on the same loving principles.
Defining Community As A Christian
Every member of your company has a vital role to play. Romans 12:5 says, “In the same way, we are many, but in Christ we are all one body. Each one is a part of that body, and each part belongs to all the other parts.” This verse reminds us that the members of God’s church are one body. Leaders who value the interconnectedness of all team members foster a culture of collaboration, mutual respect, and shared purpose. This improves your company culture and employee retention. It is important to create a cohesive and motivated workforce, where every member feels valued and important.
Alternatively, by embracing a perspective that values the community in a Convene Team, leaders learn from their peers. When joining a Convene Team, members care for one another and share a desire for the team’s success. In a leadership setting at work, CEOs and business leaders can put their energy into recognizing the value of the individual, to make every individual aware that their role in the larger community is important. In a peer setting in a Convene Team, leaders find value in the community of individuals working together to become more Christ-like in their leadership and in their life.
How Does Community Strengthen Leadership?
Everyone brings something special to the table in a peer-to-peer advisory group.
A strong leader knows that everyone in their company brings something special as well. Some Convene members find that collaborative efforts within their peer advisory team set them up for higher levels of collaboration in their workplace. Listening to the stories, struggles, and successes of fellow business leaders gives newfound perspectives to better understand how others work within their communities.
Ultimately, a Convene Team is a good place to learn how to effectively achieve group success. Our membership is unique in that our community of leaders share the same values. The opportunity to learn and grow from others is partnered with an opportunity to help other Christian leaders succeed.
Building Community Through Service
We have already discussed the impact individual recognition has on the company culture and employee morale. Awareness of a shared responsibility is built by recognizing each team member’s individual strengths. Strong leaders are able to deepen their connection to their community by also implementing team initiatives like service work. You can schedule group outings for charity work to get out of the office and into the larger community around you. Christians are called to help those in need, and Christian business leaders have the opportunity to deepen their impact by leading a team effort. James 2:14-16 says, “What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,’ but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.” This verse calls Christians into action, setting an expectation for service in the community.
The power of peer-to-peer advisory teams is found in perspective and compassion. Both of these strengths are built by honest conversation and vulnerability. Consider joining a peer-to-peer advisory team to strengthen your leadership through a community of Christian leaders who are striving to maximize their impact in God’s Kingdom. Click here to learn more.