June 4, 2024

Understanding Emotional Intelligence

Outstanding leadership includes several competencies, with Emotional Intelligence (EI) near the top. Several studies underscore the importance of having EI as a leader and its power to transform teams and sometimes entire cultures. If you are a leader or working to become one, the first ...

May 21, 2024

Prevention Strategies to Avoid Burnout

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and research indicates that 44% of US workers feel burned out. According to data from SHRM, workers who are burned out are three times more likely to actively search for another job and significantly less likely to exceed baseline ...

KidCheck Secure Children's Check-In Shares Easter Tools and Features – Part 1

March 6, 2024

KidCheck Easter Tools and Features – Part 1

Easter is on its way, and we’d like to help! Here’s the first of two posts on utilizing KidCheck to maximize your Easter efforts. We’ll cover essential KidCheck tools and features that help you efficiently manage the day, reduce your workload, and easily connect with ...

February 21, 2024

Reaching Tech-Savvy Gen Alpha

Much has been shared about Generation Alpha. They are the only ones born entirely in the 21st century, with the eldest being around 13 years old. As of 2024, there will be more than 2 billion, making them the largest generation in history. They are the ...

KidCheck Secure Children's Check-In Shares Why You Need a “Permission to Treat” form in Your Safety Policy

January 31, 2024

7 Benefits of a “Permission to Treat” Form

It’s vital for organizations serving children and youth to have comprehensive policies in place to address child safety. One often overlooked element is the “Permission to Treat” form. This simple yet powerful tool can make a significant difference in ensuring the well-being of those in ...

January 23, 2024

Developing Strong Youth Ministry Teams: A Guest Post from Justin Knowles

This week, we are featuring a guest post from Justin Knowles. Justin oversees the kids’ and youth ministry teams for all 13 Sandals Church campuses in Riverside, CA. In his spare time, he co-hosts the Youth Ministry Hacks Podcast, writes about his adventures in ministry ...

January 17, 2024

Eight Benefits of Strategic Planning

Strategic planning is a key driver of success for individuals and organizations. By investing the time to work through a yearly plan, you will be better able to navigate uncertainty, set the stage for growth, and more successfully manage your organization. Here are eight compelling ...

December 5, 2023

Making Children Feel Welcome During the Holidays

Over the years, we’ve shared much information about how to welcome new families for the holidays. We covered topics like making a memorable first impression, establishing a new visitor procedure, the check-in and out process, safety procedures, and the importance of saying goodbye. Today, we want ...

November 16, 2023

Two Important Weekly Safety Questions

Families expect that if their children frequent an organization that serves kids and youth, it will consistently prioritize child safety. However, to prioritize safety, you must ask yourself the right questions. The right questions will help confirm that what you have in place is working ...

November 7, 2023

The Importance of Good Questions

You may not have all the answers as a leader, but that shouldn’t stop you from asking good questions. Questions are important because they stimulate discussion, promote critical thinking, and act as a conduit for increased creativity and innovation. Learning to ask powerful questions is ...