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    Leading in the start-up lifestage

    A course by Dave Patty

    Every ministry starts somewhere.

    Before there are established programmes, thriving teams, sustainable funding, or recognised impact, there is usually a small group of people responding to God’s call with faith, courage, and a willingness to begin.

    If you’ve identified your organisation as being in the start-up stage, this short course will help you recognise the opportunities and challenges of this exciting season, while equipping you with practical actions to build strong foundations for the future.

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    What you'll learn

    By the end of the course, you will be able to:

    Identify the characteristics of the start-up stage.
    Recognise the foundations that support healthy ministry development.
    Consider your leadership approach and where responsibility currently sits.
    Identify common start-up challenges.
    Recognise signs that your ministry may be moving towards the Growth stage.
    Identify one practical action to strengthen your ministry foundation.

    Course units

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    Your SpecialistDave Patty

    Dave is the founder and president of Josiah Venture. He has 30 years of experience in the start-up and growth of organisations. He has worked across Europe, Canada, the UK and the US.