Wednesday, August 15, 2018

enculturating an organization


I am pretty sure that enculturating is not a word.  I am going to use it anyway. 

Enculturating is the process of building the culture of your organization, business or church.  Or it is the process of changing the culture.  It is done one person at a time.

Many cultures are broken.  Themes of power and control can quickly harm a culture.  Big ideas without legs can harm a culture.  Anything that is not relevant or normal can harm a culture.  A lack of joy, a lack of hard work, and any number of things can create a negative culture.

That is where you and I come in.  You can affect the culture of your organization.  Even if you are not in charge, you can effect positive change.  You can be the one server at the restaurant that everyone wants.  You can be the one cashier at the grocery store that people wait in line for.  You can be the one friendly person at your church.

Here are the steps to build a positive culture.
1.  Love one another.  Love everyone.  See people as valuable.  Invest in them.
2.  Maintain an outward focus.  It is not about me, it is about our mission.
3.  Reduce organization and meetings.  Keep it simple.  Don't torture people by talking things to death.
4.  live each day with Joy, authenticity and excellence.
5.  And finally, love one another.

You can make a difference in your world.  You are already leaving a trail, either positive or negative.  We are not here forever.  Why not join the positive voices and bring love and joy to your organization or church.  You can make a difference in your cubicle, your pew, your community.

It's a beautiful day in God's world be sure to see the good.
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I am leading some trips this year and next. If you are interested in reading about them, or joining in, the links are below.....

Wesley's Ireland with optional London Extension
October 8-17, 2018
http://www.eo.travelwithus.com/tours/wesley-in-ireland-2018-with-rev-jeff-brinkman#.WqHrI7puLIU

Holy Land Tour - includes my favorite spots
with optional Jerusalem extension
March 4-13, 2019

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