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Patterns of Collaboration

Networks must answer this question first! “What kind of collaboration will move you and your partners to your shared goal?” As long as both partners agree to the purpose and pattern of their collaboration, then the other questions are much easier to ask—and answer in context…

Networks and Money

Inevitably, a growing network will realize that accomplishing its objectives requires funds. This article shares lessons we’ve learned helping networks manage these shared funds….

4 Ways Partnerships with other Churches Proclaim the Gospel

Pastor Daryl Crouch shares how his beliefs about collaboration changed from indifference to seeing gospel collaboration as an essential practice. He highlights four ways that collaboration can extend the gospel into our communities….

Partnerships and Prayer – Twin Essentials for Missions

In his speech at GoForth 2018, Bishop Efraim Tendero, the secretary general and chief executive of World Evangelical Alliance, gave three reasons why partnerships and prayer are necessary to accomplish the job God has set out for believers….

The Need for Partnerships for Effective Ministry

This article explores the “Fishers of Men” Bible story found in Luke 5:1-7. It highlights the vital role partnerships play in effective ministry and suggests lessons we can apply. The hope is that you will be inspired to seek out both new partners and strengthen existing partnerships so that your ministries will be effective….

Principles for Network Thinking and Action

Author, Curtis Ogden, speaks to some of the shared values and principles that help networks amplify their impact or influence through what are called “Network Effects”. These are small actions and attitudes that collectively have a “multiplier effect”. In this article, discusses eight principles of network thinking and action that when practiced can result in effective, growing and vibrant networks. ..

What’s Our Job? Getting Clear on Network Functions

In this article, Curtis Ogden, Senior Associate with IISC, looks at the importance of differentiating between the functions of the network and the functions of its members. Often these are very different activities and roles. Understanding the differences can have large implications on the network’s growth…

Nine Questions for Healthy Movements

In this GACX article, Scott Ridout, President of Converge, asks nine questions that movement/networks can use to keep their network strong and healthy…

Collaboration without Burnout

Researchers discovered that an individuals’ own mindsets and habits are a significant contributor to collaboration burnout. Making improvements in these areas helped leaders recapture 18%-24% of their collaborative time….

The Power of Networks

In this short article — based on research from 500 non-profit leaders involved in building networks — Lisa Watson highlights three truths about the nature of networks that gives them their capacity to influence systems and empower change….

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