Episodes
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Do you ever go to a conference, come back, and feel like you didn't learn anything? Or maybe you hit the office running and end up overwhelming other leaders and staff because you starting changing a bunch of things.
Yep - I've done both.
In this episode, I want to share how focusing on current challenges and questions, combined with intentional networking can make conferences a valuable experience for strategic ministry.Healthy Ministry Through Strategic Productivity
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In Episode 114 of Productive Pastor, I dive into core communication strategies crucial for effective ministry. Discover how to prioritize communication, manage time efficiently, and improve church health through clear, timely interactions.
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Does your calendar seem to control you?
In this episode, let's tame that wild calendar, get it under control, and learn how to use it as an essential piece of your ministry productivity.
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Chad on YouTube | https://bit.ly/RevChadBrooksYouTubeHealthy ministry, strategic productivity, calendar management, pastoral care, time management, communication, efficient ministry, effective ministry, tool tips, scheduling tools, Notion, Calendly, digital calendar, recurring events, setting priorities, building margin, Chad Brooks.
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Do you ever stumble onto a new productivity practice and it seems to change everything?
I did so earlier this year with my Daily Log practice. In this episode, I outline the practice AND give a free worksheet away for you to use.
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Have you ever felt your brain is carrying too much around?
Let's talk about how powerful a dumping ground can be for you.
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Color codes are one of my favorite things and a big part of my own productivity. Here is how I use them for working on AND preaching messages.
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Have you ever realized just a few degrees of change can flip everything?
In this episode, let's talk about three basic productivity practices which allow ANYONE to get out of problem mode and into a healthier ministry through strategic productivity.
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Are you transitioning in ministry any time soon? The last time I had a BIG one I spent a couple of weeks working through how I am going to approach the transition. This episode is all about a few tools I have used coaching other pastors the last year through similar situations.
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I've always thought setting goals at the end of the year is a bit of a drag. This year, I found myself wanting to focus on a few things and tried a different tactic. 6 months later, let me share the journey with you.
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How do we lead when chaos is all around us...literally?
This is a replay episode from the first iteration of the podcast, and the episode dates back to 2017. I share a conversation I had with a good friend, Rev. Donnie Wilkinson, about how we both lead our churches to serve others through catastrophic flooding in 2016.
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Have you ever heard the phrase "Death by 10,000 Cuts"?
Let me share with you 5 pitfalls that might seem to be so small, they don't matter, but have the ability to really erode your ministry productivity.
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The day is when the rubber meets the road.
In this episode, I share how I build out my whole day.
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I've got a simple, 15-minute wrap up meeting I do with myself each day. It ensures I can follow-up well, evaluate, as well as plan for the next day.
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Are small tasks a drag for you?
Let's have a conversation about them.
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A 6 hour sermon?
You are kidding me...right?
Since ministry has changed over the last two years, I have had to adapt how I prepare to write sermons. Let me run it all down for you.
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For the OFFICIAL 100th episode of Productive Pastor, I go into a set of questions I had from folks over the last month or so. I talk about preaching, designing the ideal week, and pastoral burnout.
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Chad. 99.5?
Let's just say I want to put off episode 100 a bit more (and get your input).
In this episode, I chat with Rev. Colin Bagby about our favorite productivity author, Cal Newport. We fan boy out a bit, talk about the last 10 years of the Productive Pastor and how Cal Newport bridges some of those changes.
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How often do you schedule a meeting with yourself? I've got 4 unique meetings I like to have at certain intervals in order to stay above the fray and do the work of ministry.
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Over the last month we have been going through a few strategic approaches to managing and creating social media in the local church. I wrap up the series with a few tips I believe are crucial to doing this well in the normal-sized church.
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Do you use Canva for church images?
I've got a tip for you.
Build a Brand Identity Template. The good thing is, you don't have to do it from scratch. I've already built it for you.
You can grab it here. https://bit.ly/3Iyzpps
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