Brain-Savvy Leaders

Leadershipdemands constant reframing and reappraisal of the situation at hand. Itrequires focus objectivity honest appraisal of self and others andevaluation of available resources. An effective Christian church leadermust also align the congregations vision and practices with Godsvision and the teachings of Christ. Perhaps most importantly the churchleader must love others.AuthorCharles Stone uses recent neuroscience research to show how basic brainprocesses affect leadership. He writes in laypersons language withmemory-boosting illustrations and acronyms helping readers to increaseproductivity handle stress create and sustain healthy teams andmanage change in the church. Brain science complements and reinforcesChristian teaching on life and leadership; Brain-Savvy Leaders equips readers to use that science as a tool for improvement for life and for the church. Brain-Savvy Leaders isthe best book I have read on the brain science of healthy thinking andeffective leadership. Dr. Stone has done an incredible job of balancingmodern brain science with Biblical truth making complex ideas simple tounderstand and providing practical tools to enhance mental performance.--Timothy R. Jennings M.D FAPA; President Tennessee PsychiatricAssociation; Vice President Southern Psychiatric Association; author The God Shaped Brain: How Changing Your View of God Transforms Your Lifean engaging and fun read that''s also insightful informative andpractical. A valuable resource for spiritual leaders. --Golnaz Tabinianeuroscientist and assistant professor Carnegie Mellon Universitywill help you with emotional regulation personal productivity teamcollaboration and change management. It''s a winner! --Dan ReilandExecutive Pastor 12Stone Church Lawrenceville Georgia; author Amplified Leadershipshares helpful tips on how to master leadership in the church. I neededthis book. --Ron Edmondson Senior Pastor Immanuel Baptist ChurchLexington Kentuckycan help you take your church to the next level and help you betteralign your leadership with God''s desires. It will help you achievegreater focus and design more cohesive and collaborative teams. I highlyrecommend it. --Jeffrey M. Schwartz M.D. author of You Are Not Your Brain and Brain Lock