Charles Stone

As a pastor for over 43 years, Charles Stone served as a lead pastor, associate pastor and church planter in churches from 50 to over 1,000. He now coaches and equips pastors and teams to effectively navigate the unique challenges ministry brings. By blending biblical principles with cutting-edge brain-based practices he helps them enhance their leadership abilities, elevate their preaching/ teaching skills and prioritize self-care. He is the author of seven books. For more information and to follow his blogs, visit CharlesStone.com.

7 Rules for Healthy Staff Meetings

These guidelines for conversational ethics will help your meetings go smoothly.

How the Best Leaders Communicate

Here are 9 ways great leaders communicate.

7 Pitfalls New Pastors Must Avoid

Keep an eye on these things during the pivotal first six months of a new ministry.

Charles Stone: How to Start and Stay Strong in a New Church Job

Every Pastor’s First 180 Days

Navigating the Honeymoon Period at a Church

Five helpful change management concepts

Dealing With the ‘Drainers’

How Jesus handled difficult people.

The Things We Miss When We’re in a Hurry

Learning to pay attention to the "time between time."

How to Cultivate a Growth Mindset as a Leader

Whether you have a growth mindset or a fixed mindset has a big impact on your leadership.