A New Kind of Leader: What You Believe Can Open a Door for a Kid or Teenager's Future (ebook)

You probably have a short list of people who impacted you during your childhood and teenage years. When those individuals intersected with your world, they became a new kind of leader for you.

They were not new in the sense that

they had never led anything before or

they were radically different than other leaders.

But they were new because . . .

their influence gave you new direction.

their belief in you gave you a new sense of worth.

they showed up at a new phase of your life,

and their faith helped you solidify your faith in a new and authentic way.

If someone showed up for you, then the question is, "How will you show up for someone else?"

There are 936 weeks from the time a baby is born until the time they grow up, maybe graduate high school, and move out into the world. That is a limited amount of time. How you show up for a kid or teenager at every phase can radically affect their future and their faith.

A New Kind of Leader explores seven beliefs and practical applications that will cause you to reimagine how you influence the next generation.

Because when you hold the door open for a kid, you hold the door open for the future.

Reggie Joiner is the founder and CEO of Orange, a non-profit organization whose purpose is to influence those who influence the next generation. Orange provides resources and training for churches and organizations that create environments for parents, kids and teenagers. Prior to Orange, Joiner co-founded North Point Community Church in Alpharetta, Georgia, with Andy Stanley. During his 11 years as the executive director of family ministry, he developed a new concept for relevant ministry for children, teenagers, and married adults. If you end up road tripping with him across the country on Orange Tour, be prepared to stop at every antique store along the way. He has found a way to wear orange for 3,453 days and counting. He has authored and co-authored books including all of the books in this category. Reggie and his wife Debbie live in Georgia, and have four children: Reggie Paul, Hannah, Sarah, and Rebekah.