Relationship
Employees
Leading people is a stewardship God takes seriously. How we treat those under our authority is a direct reflection of how we understand the Kingdom.
When the relationship is good
Attitudes
I see my employees as people made in God's image, not just resources that produce output
I understand that how I lead is a stewardship God will ask me about
I am interested in my employees' growth and flourishing, not just their performance
Actions
I tell my employees specifically what they are doing well, not just what needs fixing
I pay fairly and promptly — I do not use my power to take advantage
I am clear about expectations so people can succeed, not just fail visibly
When the relationship is hard
Attitudes
I correct poor performance without contempt — I address the behavior, not the person's worth
I check whether I am leading from fear or insecurity before I react to a mistake
I do not show favoritism — I treat every employee with consistent fairness
Actions
I have hard conversations directly and privately rather than avoiding them or venting to others
I pray for my employees by name and by their specific situations
When I must let someone go, I treat them with dignity from beginning to end