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Delegating and Building a Team
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In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum continues the Bible on Business series, focusing on the principles of delegation and team building as outlined in the Bible. She dives deep into Exodus 18:13-27, where Moses receives advice from his father-in-law, Jethro, on how to effectively delegate responsibilities. Tatum also touches on the importance of wise counsel and the characteristics of good team members.
Key Points:
- Context of Exodus 18:13-27:
- Moses is overwhelmed with the responsibility of judging the people’s disputes.
- Jethro, Moses’ father-in-law, observes the inefficiency and potential for burnout.
- Jethro advises Moses to delegate responsibilities to capable men to ease his burden.
- Importance of Wise Counsel:
- Wise counsel should be based on an understanding of God’s assignment for you.
- Tatum emphasizes the need for mentors and coaches who align their advice with God's plan for your business.
- Highlights the importance of filtering advice through the assignment God has given you.
- Principles of Delegation and Team Building:
- Hire from Your Sphere of Influence:
- Consider people who have been impacted by your business and already have buy-in to your mission.
- Tatum shares personal experiences of hiring individuals from her community who have proven to be valuable team members.
- Teach and Train:
- Ensure team members understand the culture and values of your business.
- Train them on standard operating procedures and the importance of embodying the mission of the business.
- Utilize Technology:
- Leverage technology and AI to delegate tasks effectively before hiring people.
- Train these tools to operate in line with your business values and standards.
- Select Capable and Honest Individuals:
- Hire people with the necessary skills, integrity, and fear of the Lord.
- Trust them to do their jobs once trained, avoiding micromanagement.
- Assign Tasks Based on Abilities:
- Delegate responsibilities according to each team member’s capacity and skills, similar to the parable of the talents in Matthew 25.
- Takeaways:
- All answers needed for business challenges can be found in the Bible.
- Emphasizes the importance of seeking the Holy Spirit’s guidance in applying biblical principles to your business.
Scriptures Mentioned:
- Exodus 18:13-27
- John 10:11-15
- Matthew 25 (Parable of the Talents)
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Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donations
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Manage episode 424679044 series 1327462
In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum continues the Bible on Business series, focusing on the principles of delegation and team building as outlined in the Bible. She dives deep into Exodus 18:13-27, where Moses receives advice from his father-in-law, Jethro, on how to effectively delegate responsibilities. Tatum also touches on the importance of wise counsel and the characteristics of good team members.
Key Points:
- Context of Exodus 18:13-27:
- Moses is overwhelmed with the responsibility of judging the people’s disputes.
- Jethro, Moses’ father-in-law, observes the inefficiency and potential for burnout.
- Jethro advises Moses to delegate responsibilities to capable men to ease his burden.
- Importance of Wise Counsel:
- Wise counsel should be based on an understanding of God’s assignment for you.
- Tatum emphasizes the need for mentors and coaches who align their advice with God's plan for your business.
- Highlights the importance of filtering advice through the assignment God has given you.
- Principles of Delegation and Team Building:
- Hire from Your Sphere of Influence:
- Consider people who have been impacted by your business and already have buy-in to your mission.
- Tatum shares personal experiences of hiring individuals from her community who have proven to be valuable team members.
- Teach and Train:
- Ensure team members understand the culture and values of your business.
- Train them on standard operating procedures and the importance of embodying the mission of the business.
- Utilize Technology:
- Leverage technology and AI to delegate tasks effectively before hiring people.
- Train these tools to operate in line with your business values and standards.
- Select Capable and Honest Individuals:
- Hire people with the necessary skills, integrity, and fear of the Lord.
- Trust them to do their jobs once trained, avoiding micromanagement.
- Assign Tasks Based on Abilities:
- Delegate responsibilities according to each team member’s capacity and skills, similar to the parable of the talents in Matthew 25.
- Takeaways:
- All answers needed for business challenges can be found in the Bible.
- Emphasizes the importance of seeking the Holy Spirit’s guidance in applying biblical principles to your business.
Scriptures Mentioned:
- Exodus 18:13-27
- John 10:11-15
- Matthew 25 (Parable of the Talents)
Our Sponsors:
* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com
* Check out Kajabi: kajabi.com/BLESSED
* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED
* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: www.rosettastone.com
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donations
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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