Category Archives: Leadership

10 Keys To Success That Require Zero Talent

Posted on June 25, 2016 by Mark Cole

By Wayne Duggan ~ It’s hard not to be envious of extremely intelligent and talented people.  After all, talent goes a long way. However, Tristan Walker, founder and CEO of Walker & Company brands, recently Tweeted a list of 10 … Continue reading →

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30 Great Rules For Preachers

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Mark Cole

I recently read a great list, by Brian Houston of Hillsong Church, on the rules he gives to his preaching teams. There is a lot of wisdom in these points. Enjoy and be challenged! Every message… 1. IS POSITIVE. Don’t … Continue reading →

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7 Great Strategies For A New Leadership Position

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Mark Cole

Ron Edmonson is one of my favorite bloggers. Here is his great advice for starting in a new leadership position: Whenever I enter a new position, I want to be strategic. The first couple years in my new position were … Continue reading →

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Keys To Living A Blessed Life

Posted on April 27, 2016 by Mark Cole

Our Bible Study group recently watched ‘The Blessed Life’ video series by Robert Morris from Gateway Church. Pastor Morris talks about the blessing of being a generous and giving person. Here are some of my take-a-ways from his teaching. Being blessed … Continue reading →

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Does Your Worship Team Need Some Help?

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Mark Cole

Is your worship department going through a time of transition? I am often called on to help churches take their worship team through transition to the next level. I have consulted, done seminars and lead worship ministry all over the world … Continue reading →

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Celebrating 200,000 Reads: Top 10 Posts

Posted on January 16, 2016 by Mark Cole

This blog recently reached 200,000 reads from over 185 countries. Wow, that’s amazing to me! Here are my Top 10 posts in reverse order: 10. Singing: 7 Keys To Improving Pitch There are few things that ruin singing more than being out-of-tune. … Continue reading →

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Mark’s Year In Review: 2015

Posted on December 17, 2015 by Mark Cole

2015 has been a strange and wonderful year. When I look back, I am amazed at all the awesome things that have happened. It causes me to be thankful for the faithfulness and supply of God. Here a few of the many highlights: … Continue reading →

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Worship Singers: What Is Your Role?

Posted on December 7, 2015 by Mark Cole

By Branon Dempsey Singers: what is your role? If you think your job is to deliver the message of the song in a way that inspires the church to worship, then you’re right. Our job is to help lift up … Continue reading →

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The Most Important Quality Of Any Worship Leader

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Mark Cole

By David Santistevan If you look on the typical job description of a worship leader, you’ll see a lot of necessary skills. The ability to sing, arrange music, recruit a team, communicate, lead, and pastor people. But none of these … Continue reading →

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What Does A Healthy Worship Team Look Like?

Posted on November 20, 2015 by Mark Cole

Adapted from Brad Kohring and Matt Hann  Healthy culture isn’t something that you can fabricate, it’s something that you “are”. Team culture isn’t just something to talk about, it’s who we are. These attitudes and commitments are vital for any worship … Continue reading →

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