Friday, June 21, 2013

When is it time to leave an Organization?

Unfortunately over the past 6 1/2 years I have seen too many pastors and leaders of organizations stay too long in their positions.  In a recent article given to me written by Ron Edmonson, he shares 10 scenarios that may indicate when it is time to leave.  Here they are:

1. When God has freed you from your commitment.
 ( You sensed God has released you)

2.  When your work is finished.
 ( You have accomplished what you came to do and your are done)

3.  When your heart has left the organization or its vision.

4.  When you can't support the leadership, or I might add, when the leadership does not support you.

5.  When your family or personal life is suffering because of the demands of the organization.

6.  When your mind starts working against the mission of the organization.
      (losing hope in the organization)

7.  If the organization or senior leadership is venturing into immoral or unethical practices.

8. When your relationship with co-workers or leadership is damaged beyond repair.

9. When you find yourself physically ill if work crosses your mind.

10.  When you don't have the energy to pull your own weight.