End the Open Door Policy
"I have an open door policy. Just let me know anytime you need to talk."
If you’re like me, you’ve heard that statement time and time again. It happens both in business and in ministry. It is communicated by leaders of varying personalities. And it comes from a pure heart, with good intentions. Yet, I’ve seen this good hearted, open door approach fail more often than not. Why? It lacks intentionality.
To be intentional means to do something on purpose. And in an age of digital distraction and information overload, people need mentored on purpose. As leaders, when we communicate availability but demonstrate busyness, we are hindering the opportunity God gave us to pour into people.
Over the last few years, I have witnessed the rise of social anxiety and depression in the lives of many people close to me. Yet at the same time, I have seen their desire to be the best they can be. It has caused me to consider, what bridges the gap between where people are and where they want to get to? Leaders! Those who are intentional, not just available.
I know you’re busy, but people matter. Parents, I’m talking about your kids. Bosses, I’m talking about your team. Adults, I’m talking about the next generation.
Don’t just have an open door. Walk through your door, and go seek out someone to invest in.
If you’re like me, you’ve heard that statement time and time again. It happens both in business and in ministry. It is communicated by leaders of varying personalities. And it comes from a pure heart, with good intentions. Yet, I’ve seen this good hearted, open door approach fail more often than not. Why? It lacks intentionality.
To be intentional means to do something on purpose. And in an age of digital distraction and information overload, people need mentored on purpose. As leaders, when we communicate availability but demonstrate busyness, we are hindering the opportunity God gave us to pour into people.
Over the last few years, I have witnessed the rise of social anxiety and depression in the lives of many people close to me. Yet at the same time, I have seen their desire to be the best they can be. It has caused me to consider, what bridges the gap between where people are and where they want to get to? Leaders! Those who are intentional, not just available.
I know you’re busy, but people matter. Parents, I’m talking about your kids. Bosses, I’m talking about your team. Adults, I’m talking about the next generation.
Don’t just have an open door. Walk through your door, and go seek out someone to invest in.
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This is really good! Intentionally is hard, it takes time and effort! Jesus only had 12 disciples :).