GB Cafe 2023-4-5.
Dave Lewis Sr and Jr share their experience of leading their churches through the GRIP experience.  Read the article describing the process at https://www.gripbirkman.com/copy-introducing-discerning-direction-together/ .

Follow the YouTube version on the  GRIP-Birkman Coaches Cafe Channel
https://youtu.be/o7dbgm-0M40  

For more information about GRIP-Birkman and GB Coaching, go to www.itowe.org.
Videos of most podcasts are available on the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7nd3EzbVbMh1kNGiutDxQ

A new team building tool from I to We, Inc. Check it out:

• Overview Intro (includes facilitation guide and sample team leader report): https://gripbirkman.com/ddt-intro
• Article from Newsletter:  https://www.gripbirkman.com/introducing-discerning-direction-together/
• Overview Video – ORDERING Assessment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTP5nKNyzCE
• Overview Video – TAKING Assessment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5GHwSq5d00

Orders at:  https://www.gripbirkman.com/order/   

For more information about GRIP-Birkman and GB Coaching, go to www.itowe.org.
Videos of most podcasts are available on the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7nd3EzbVbMh1kNGiutDxQ

John Blake and Marc Baugh lead the dialogue to discuss more of what to expect at the "Set in Motion" gathering: May 3-5, 2023  at Wycliffe Headquarters in Orlando, FL. Learn more about how the principles, postures, and practices of I to We can take your coaching to new levels of team building. "We are more like Christ together."
More information at https://www.itowe.org/set-in-motion/

Watch the video recording at https://youtu.be/pPviBKwFRJc 

For more information about GRIP-Birkman and GB Coaching, go to www.itowe.org.
Videos of most podcasts are available on the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7nd3EzbVbMh1kNGiutDxQ

John Blake introduces a new assessment from I to We, Inc. Our Values is a team values assessment that focuses on how our unique values impact those around us. It is an opportunity to reflect where we have high alignment and conviction around certain values, and conversely where we have aversions and possible conflict because of our varied values.
    More information including ordering at https://www.gripbirkman.com/our-values/ 

For more information about GRIP-Birkman and GB Coaching, go to www.itowe.org.
Videos of most podcasts are available on the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7nd3EzbVbMh1kNGiutDxQ

A panel of 8 GB Coaches discuss the importance of addressing cultural values that are very "I" centered and the opposing  biblical values that move  us to a "We" focus. After breaking into pairs to share their personal struggles with these, the panel joined the large group for the dialogue.
 
Self-centeredness vs. Selflessness (Romans 12:3; Philippians 2:3-4)
Entitlement vs. Sacrifice (Rom 12:1; Luke 14:27)
Dissatisfaction vs. Contentment in any circumstance (Philippians 4:11-13)
Sarcasm vs. Kindness (I Corinthians 13:4-7)
Ladder Mentality vs. Servanthood (Matthew 23:11-12; 20:25-28; Philippians 2:5-8)
Rebellion glorified vs. Submission (Hebrews 13:17; James 4:7)
Impatience vs. Patience (Isaiah 40:23-31)
Need to be entertained vs. Rest (Isaiah 30:15)
Blame vs. Responsibility and Confession (Matthew 5:23-24; James 5:16)

For more information about GRIP-Birkman and GB Coaching, go to www.itowe.org.
Videos of most podcasts are available on the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7nd3EzbVbMh1kNGiutDxQ

Let's revisit The Dotted Diamond 
You cannot begin to fully understand a believer's behavior without taking into consideration how the Spirit works powerfully in and through them. 
Join us as we go deeper to understand:
What is the Dotted Diamond? 
Why is it important?   
How to determine where the Dotted Diamond should go?  
How to distinguish between the natural and the supernatural?  
When to focus on the Dotted Diamond in the coaching process?  
Additional tips on coaching the Dotted Diamond.   

(See the article at  https://www.gripbirkman.com/dissecting-the-dotted-diamond/ 
Video of the entire session is available the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel at 
https://youtu.be/lINRS9SNmg0)

For more information about GRIP-Birkman and GB Coaching, go to www.itowe.org.
Videos of most podcasts are available on the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7nd3EzbVbMh1kNGiutDxQ

Matt Blake takes point on the discussion as we explore ways to help individuals and teams build resilience that comes from understanding our underlying Needs, then getting these Needs met, and from consistently using our spiritual gifts.  "Navigating through challenging life experiences means we don’t lose site of the goal:  To steward our gifts and relationships well so that Jesus gets the glory (1 Peter 4:10-11).  When we succumb to the world’s view of self-care being the end goal, we miss out on the opportunity to thrive together in community."
(See the full article at  https://www.gripbirkman.com/resilience-in-ministry/)

For more information about GRIP-Birkman and GB Coaching, go to www.itowe.org.
Videos of most podcasts are available on the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7nd3EzbVbMh1kNGiutDxQ

The speed of change is accelerating, requiring constant adaptation. Downsizing, resizing, repurposing, restructuring, reorganizing--call it what we will, "in times of uncertainty, structure is not the starting point for evaluation."  GRIP-Birkman coaches have a unique opportunity to help individuals and teams discover the tools they need to navigate the turbulent waters of change as they learn to Abide, Thrive, and Discern direction together. Join change management consultant John Blake as we talk about the importance of changing our pronoun thinking from I to We before entering into any conversations about structure.

For more information about GRIP-Birkman and GB Coaching, go to www.itowe.org.
Videos of most podcasts are available on the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7nd3EzbVbMh1kNGiutDxQ

As we move from  I to We  new challenges arise. Paul Ford shares some of his vision for what comes next for GRIP-Birkman and I to We.  
The full 90-minute interview is available on the GRIP-Birkman Coaches Cafe YouTube channel.  
For more information on GRIP-Birkman or becoming a GRIP-Birkman coach, go to www.gripbirkman.com. 
GRIP-Birkman is a product of I to We, Inc.

For more information about GRIP-Birkman and GB Coaching, go to www.itowe.org.
Videos of most podcasts are available on the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7nd3EzbVbMh1kNGiutDxQ

What does "Moving from I to We" mean? Paul Ford explains some of the core concepts that emerged as he wrote "Knocking Over the Leadership Ladder" and "Moving from I to We."   The full 90-minute interview is available on the GRIP-Birkman Coaches Cafe YouTube channel.  
For more information on GRIP-Birkman or becoming a GRIP-Birkman coach, go to www.gripbirkman.com. 

For more information about GRIP-Birkman and GB Coaching, go to www.itowe.org.
Videos of most podcasts are available on the GRIP-Birkman Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7nd3EzbVbMh1kNGiutDxQ