The following is from The Way of the Shepherd: 7 Ancient Secrets to Managing Productive People by Dr. Kevin Leman and William Pentack. (I will edit it to apply to leading teams when needed.)
1. KNOW THE CONDITION OF YOUR FLOCK
* Follow the status of your 'team' as well as the status of the 'mission'. *Get to know your flock, one sheep at a time. * Engage your 'teammates' on a regular basis * Keep your eyes and ears open, question and follow through.
2. DISCOVER THE SHAPE OF YOUR SHEEP
He uses the same SHAPE test found on p. 66-69 in your playbook
3. HELP YOUR SHEEP IDENTIFY WITH YOU
* Build trust with your 'team' by modeling authenticity, integrity, and compassion. * Set high standards of performance. * Relentlessly communicate your values and sense of mission. * Remember that great leadership is not just professional; it's personal.
4. MAKE YOUR PASTURE A SAFE PLACE
* Keep your team well informed. * Infuse every role with importance. * Reassure the sheep by staying visible. * Don't give problems time to fester.
5. THE STAFF OF DIRECTION
* Know where you are going, get out in front and keep your 'team' on the move. * When directing, use persuasion rather than coercion. * Give your team freedom of movement but make sure they know where the fence line (boundary) is. * Remind your team that failure is not fatal.
6. THE ROD OF CORRECTION
* Protect: Stand in the gap and fight for your team. * Correct: Approach these times as teaching opportunities. * Inspect: Reguraly inquire about your teammates progress in ministry.
7. THE HEART OF A SHEPHERD
* Great leadership is a lifestyle, not technique. * Every day decide who is going to pay for your leadership - you or 'your team'. * Foremost of all have a heart for your sheep. * Model Christ-likeness to 'your team'.
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