What you should know about me as a leader

I'm a driven self-starter and innovator who loves being a change agent for a wide scope of projects. I rely mostly on intuition and sheer will to accomplish tasks, figuring the facts speak for themselves. Only within the past few years (2007) have I worked to include emotions in my assessments. As a result, I've been nicknamed “Spock” (Star Trek) on more than one occasion. In a way, I was bred for the business world, but called to the ministry. 

Being naturally incisive and analytic with a high sense of urgency lends me to be extremely results-oriented, which I've learned can be perceived as opinionated and potentially argumentative.  Also, I tend to grow impatient with individuals who don't share a sense of urgency. As a result, I typically gravitate to the role of a spokesperson, and try to ensure that I don't keep others from participating. I'm naturally forward looking, aggressive and competitive, and thus desire to be in a position to set policy to achieve goals. I'm a good problem solver and troubleshooter, so I am comfortable with high pressure and variety. I love strategy and creative solutions to solve old problems.

The most room for growth I see is to show more warmth, cooperation, and tact when appropriate. While I work well on teams, I know that I tend to lose interest if people ramble or don't speak to the point, and as a follower I sometimes have difficulty following people who aren't qualified to lead. I feel like I have a fairly long fuse, but am quickly angered when I feel like I'm being taken advantage of.

I don't seek out conflict, but will confront people who stand in the way of success. I like people, but as an introvert I feel drained after social activities. When my mind is on a task I can seem cold and blunt - I need to take more time to empathize with others. It doesn't help that I abhor inefficiency, and have no qualms about questioning the status-quo or “sacrificing sacred cows.” However, when I'm in a position of authority I respect people and their space, always asking and never dictatorially telling people to do things.

I see my work ethic and logical approach to problems a great asset and potential pit fall within certain church/ministry contexts. My strengths of leadership and creativity will play well into growth and strategy, so long as long-standing traditions are clearly marked. Pastoral counseling is more challenging for me, and serve best as part of a small group or larger team. One-on-one evangelism or Apologetics naturally fit my comfort zone. Ultimately, I love sharing what I've learned in formal and informal teaching settings.

Personality

• Meyers Briggs: INTJ
  
  
• Predictive Index (PI):
  
  • (A9, B12, C7, D17, M46)
    
  • 3 sigma hi A, 4 sigma hi B, 6 sigma low C, 0 sigma D
    
• DISC:
  
  • Adapted: D-92, I-20, S-23, C-51
    
  • Natural: D-92, I-9, S-25, C-84
    
• Motivation Insights Graph: Theoretical 47, Utilitarian 28, Aesthetic 24, Social 43, Individualistic 48, Traditional 62

Leadership Experience

• Church (Vineyard Community Church of Augusta, GA)
  
  • Church Leadership Board
    
  • Financial Committee
    
  • Men's Group Leader
    
  • Occasional: Small Group Leader | Middle School Teacher
    
• Business World
  
  • Marketing & Communications Specialist (MAU) - led corporate marketing team, reported to VP of Sales & Marketing
  • Intern team leader (MortgageRamp)
  • Retail Department lead (MediaPlay) - led department remodel
• Boy Scouts
  
• Eagle Scout
  
• Senior Patrol Leader
  
• Patrol Leader
  
• Quartermaster

Full/Complete Resume available upon request