Leading in the Age of Authenticity: 5 Skills Your Team Craves
The landscape of leadership has changed. Technical expertise and positional authority aren’t enough anymore. Today’s workforce—shaped by millennials, Gen Z, and the post-pandemic world—longs for leaders who lead with both heart and mind. Authenticity is no longer optional; it’s the foundation of trust, connection, and team resilience.
That’s why we created Leading in the Age of Authenticity: 5 Skills Your Team Craves. This resource highlights the leadership practices your team is hungry for and shows you how to cultivate them in your church, ministry, or organization.
What You’ll Learn
Vulnerability – Why admitting mistakes and asking for help builds trust, not weakness.
Appreciation – The overlooked leadership habit that fuels motivation and engagement.
Awareness – How to lead with empathy, listening well, and staying attuned to real needs.
Team Mentality – Why leadership isn’t a solo act and how working alongside builds loyalty.
Empathy – How compassionate leadership helps teams navigate crisis with confidence.
Why It Matters
Gone are the days of the stoic, unyielding leader. Your team doesn’t just want competence—they want connection. By developing these five skills, you’ll foster an environment where people feel valued, inspired, and equipped to run with God’s vision for your church or organization.
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Equip your team. Protect your church. Build the clarity that frees your staff to serve with joy.
Mark Maestas
Growth Team Leader, markmaestas@ibsa.org