Triple A Leadership

Accept. Affirm. Affect.

Accept. Acknowledge that these are the people of God. In His sovereignty, they are placed or assigned to be under you. One good way to practically develop acceptance of any person I work with is to spend time with him and get to know his interests. Focusing on his strengths would be helpful too. Many times we find ourselves not liking others because of our own issues. Mostly, insecurities, envy, personality differences. But as we continue to get to know them and focus on them, we will see ourselves becoming more other-centered. Pray for a heart that accepts our teammates, whoever they are.

Affirm. We need to realize that they count for something. They are known as critics, supervisors, encouragers. What helped me when I led a team in Mapua campus before was to ask every member of my team to come up with the top 3 good qualities that they want to communicate in front of every team member in one of our staff meetings. This exercise helped us to be more appreciative of others, affirming them of God's unique design and gifting for them. Regarding feedback on something to improve? Well, they also shared only one item. I found this helpful to see my flaws and how to grow more as a leader.

Some of them said:

 I can say that God is at work in your life in the area of leadership - you grow a lot in leading a team, your disciples that results to a good ministry experience and you know how to control your emotions. In the area also of relating to people. In the family- your are more intentional in connecting with them and giving time to spend with them specially the growing kids. Personal- more confident ka na to speak sa tunga ( you are now more confident to speak in front of the crowd).  And ang isa nga na appreciate ko gid sa area sang ministry (one thing I do appreciate in the area of ministry), you walk your talk. Pero may I suggest? Loose weight lang gamay and ang tyan indi gidadakuon. Hehe. Daw mas ok sya. 

As a ccc missionary, you do your responsibilities with excellence. Fruitful ministry is evident in any ministry assignment because you show complete dependence on God. You give high value in your personal walk with God and also value your relationship with the people around specially in your family. I appreciate how you give time to your family in spite of busyness and multiple roles. You also have the heart to serve your teammates and look to their potential than their problems. 

As a missionary, I 'm blessed with your passion to serve and your commitment to develop and raise disciples. As a family, I thank God that you are doinyg your best to strike the balance in giving your best to meet the needs of your family and to see to it that they are happy. As a person, I saw much growth to you and how the Lord gives the desires of your heart. Just keep a humble heart and walk much closer to Him. 

Good evening kuya:) I have seen emotional growth in your life. May self- control  na :) You give more time with your family even though you have a busy schedule. As a leader, you are more secure. You are more open, you welcome comments and suggestions. More open-minded. 

Affect. We need to affirm verbally or by any valid means of communication. We need to be truthful. This is leadership.