Comments on: Non-Negotiable

By: Ryan Geiger

Ryan Geiger — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 02:43:39 +0000

There is an interesting difference in view between those in the secular workplace vs. those who are in the local church.

By: Jeff S

Jeff S — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:59:22 +0000

This is a good question. I think there is such a fine line between all three. To me, the thinnest of the fine lines is between competency and chemistry. And maybe because I’m thinking in the business world, but there are some people that just aren’t going to be totally in sync with the team all the time. They are just good at what they do. And in some cases, the best leaders in athletics are ones that get in the face of teammates or coaches that don’t try to be buddy buddy with the players. So, yea, competency plays a huge part in my mind.

By: Ryan Geiger

Ryan Geiger — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 03:09:47 +0000

Jon is smart but don’t feed his ego I think this is one of those questions that there is no right answer and it may be different for each situation and for each position. Love the feedback. This is such a crucial question for all leaders. Even though I asked what is the most important, or if you could only have one, I wonder if all three are needed for success?

By: Chuck Shanko

Chuck Shanko — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 23:20:12 +0000

Character.
With good character comes a desire to build the chemestry needed to make a ministry, marriage or buisness work up to its full potencial. What Jon said is very true.

By: Jon Brewin

Jon Brewin — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:33:37 +0000

I would have to argue that chemistry can be built, but character is most important. Bad character will inevitably destroy good chemistry. I’ve seen a lot of marriages, business partnerships, etc. crumble because “good chemistry” was destroyed by bad character…

By: Ryan Geiger

Ryan Geiger — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:10:29 +0000

Awesome guys! I think I agree with you both. Chemistry is huge. I think you can teach the competency if they are willing to learn, which goes back to chemistry and I think that someone who has the chemistry with you and your team most likely will have the character that you connect with. Good stuff and good answers guy.

By: Kristen Bell

Kristen Bell — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:53:09 +0000

I have to say chemistry is most important…..all of these qualities are important but chemistry is definitely number one. It is very difficult to work well as a team if you don’t at least get along. If the person constantly shows lack of respect for the position or the person the team will not prosper or grow!

By: Greg Davis

Greg Davis — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:19:55 +0000

I say chemistry because if I’m the one leading the team, the other 2 are part of that. Chemistry is a huge one for me. The individual could be the most gifted / competent person in their area but if they cannot get along with the leader or the rest of the team it won’t work!