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As we move into the new year, I’d like to share some of our favorite blog posts from 2017. These articles were written by several church media leaders – those who are in the trenches of production – either on staff at a church or in a ministry setting of... read more
Traditional reviews are performed just by your manager. A 360 review includes your manager, your peers, and your direct reports. That’s why its called 360, because feedback comes from all directions in the organization. Today I’ll give you four solid reasons why you should consider implementing 360 reviews for yourself... read more
Over the years, our team has written multiple articles about how to Transform Your Christmas Worship Experiences. These posts give some free resources and provide some great content for your volunteer teams. Check out these great holiday themed posts from our Archives: by Dan Bracken Nobody ever told me... read more
I want to try something on you. When you read the next sentence, I want you to try and identify the feeling that comes over you. Christmas is only a few days away. For some of you, it’s pure panic. You may not feel ready, or you don’t feel like... read more
Raise your hand if you have a light switch at home… Okay, so you know how a light switch works. The concept is simple (although, don’t ask me about how it technically works). The light switch is usually on a wall some where by the door. When someone walks into... read more
In leading a few production teams on staff at churches and coaching volunteers through the ministry I run at Twelve:Thirty Media, I’ve noticed a few recurring things that keep popping up in successful teams across the country. First – let me define “successful”. I believe that success with production teams... read more
For the longest time, I used to have a reoccurring dream that I was back in high school. I would be standing in front of my locker, unable to remember the combination. After struggling over and over with the dial, I would hear the warning bell for class and... read more
I’m a firm believer in processes and systems. I do think sometimes I can be overkill and have too many systems in place where it gets confusing, but I’d rather have more organization and have to pull it back than fly by the seat of my pants all the time.... read more
I’m a one tripper. Now before you start asking what the physiologist has prescribed for me, let me explain to you what a one tripper is. A one tripper is someone who is determined to get everything in one trip. For instance, when packing the car for a trip... read more
The Pastor made a decision. It wasn’t what I wanted or asked for, but I got on board with the decision. Leaders make it happen and don’t complain. But then…After a few weeks, what I warned them about came true. Then a big incident during service brings attention to... read more
Every position and function for a church service is critical. If someone doesn’t show up or slacks off, it could mean the difference between presenting an atmosphere that is engaging or an atmosphere that is distracting. We have all had that moment where the team is clicking along in... read more
The future. No matter how old or young we are, we seem to have this constant pull at the future. Sometimes, thinking about the future can be the very thing that robs us from living in and loving the present. Sometimes, the future can be so bright that we overlook... read more