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1. Thank you to @GLS_Nigeria for inviting me to this leadership discourse. Today, our leadership discourse will be centered around the topic 'Leading the next Generation.' #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
2. Nigeria’s population is currently in the neighbourhood of 200 million. With more than half our people under 30 years of age, our youth population is teeming and on the increase. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
3. This underscores the fact that paying attention to the next generation is very critical if the future must be great. For the purpose of this discourse, we will focus our discussion around leading the millennials and Gen Z. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
4. According to the Pew Research Center, anyone born in 1997 and after is a part of this new and emerging generation. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
5. I will like to establish one fact, talking about the new generation and how we raise leaders, we cannot simply apply the same practices used for other generations and expect it to work. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
6. We need to be deliberate enough to set new generations up for what is ahead of them. We must be careful that we are not using an outdated syllabus. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
7. If our focus is to prepare them only for today, then we would have failed. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
8. We must go further to stretch our imagination and adequately prepare them because if the future meets them unprepared, they would have to grapple with issues they won’t be able to handle. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
9. Some of us older people are still grappling with some issues today because it seems like a case of “wake me up, I think am dreaming”. We simply can’t believe the things the previous generation neglected! @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
10. The next generation is being threatened like never and our leadership approach must change. We cannot keep doing the same things while expecting a different result. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
11. One noticeable thing at the day of Pentecost was that the disciples of Jesus were able to communicate in a way that people who aren't of the same nationality or generation with them could understand what they were saying. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
12. For me, this is one very important thing. Today what we see is a generation that is not connecting with the younger generation and is thereby losing them. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
13. I believe personally that we can learn the ways of the younger generation language if we are willing to connect with them. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
14. There are things that appeal to the generation ahead of them that do not necessarily appeal to them. There are ways of congregating and doing things that we have to rethink if we don’t want to lose them. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
15. This is a generation that is very heavy on the search for meaning, things must make sense, so in our approach to lead or mentor them we must ensure that the things we communicate make sense to them. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
16. There are certain questions I could not have asked my dad despite how bold I felt, but today the average young person will ask you those questions without flinching. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
17. We need to pay attention to the people who are teaching our children in Church, Home and School so that we are not transferring the wrong mindset to them. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
18. We must be flexible enough to glean wisdom & understanding that will aid and empower us in raising the next generation. The poverty mindset is a serious issue. And our youths must be equipped to deal with poverty correctly. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
19. Money must be a tool for the fulfilment of purpose, not an end in itself. In summary, let us reiterate the essential areas of changes that we need to implement in order to effectively lead the next generation. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
20. Success cannot be rated based on material things just like the prevalent thinking in this part of the world. Success is ultimately about legacy and impact, and not just material things. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
21. And the earlier we come to terms with the fact that there is no true success without succession. We cannot continue to base our success on the wrong ideals. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
22. For clarity, understanding, right value system, we need the perfect means of communicating in the language that young people will understand easier and faster. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
23. A) Vision: We need to be aware of the need to reach the young generation, and to deliberately make efforts to reach them and be flexible enough in doing so. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
24. Preparing the next generation for the challenges of their generation. Helping them to overcome the slavery mindset. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
24. B) Communication: Enough has been said about this, the summary is that “Different generations speak different languages”. We need to communicate with the next generation in their own language. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
25. We need to change our mindsets concerning the younger generation, our culture, leadership and brand should be based on total love, faith and total hope in them. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
26. Our mode of relating to the younger generation should change, we need to use flexible, scalable models of execution. Unlock keychain leadership and share power with young people. Initiate them into leadership. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
27. Fuel a warm community, warm is the new cool. We must know their expressions and understand their unique ways of doing things. Meet the young people in the various expressions of their generation: prioritize their needs. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
28. C) Music: Create music that is relevant to and build a bridge between church music and what young people listen to every day. Restore dignity, integrity, truth and passion to contemporary Christian music. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
29. D) Arts: Develop theater, art, exhibitions, dance shows, poetry that allows for excellent communication of the wisdom, love and power of God. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
30. Set new standards for industry performances. Build inroads to industry leaders and create platforms for the expression of talents. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
31. E) Literature: Inspire, write, publish and distribute books that translate biblical truth especially of the foundational level into a language that they can understand and build upon. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
32. Create blogs that garner followership and influence that are leaders in the target generation. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
33. F) Social Media: Understand and own social media platforms that will become watering grounds for a spiritually hungry generation and platforms to understand, meet and influence the next generation.@gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
34. Create apps, social media experiences, technology-based enhancers. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
35. For too long we’ve separated the Word of God from the work of God. As the church, we’re called to be the body of Christ – the whole body. We’re not just called to be the mouth of Christ, but the feet and hands as well. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
36. The way many Christians measure impact is by the size of the church or by the number of people in the church which is wrong. People ask, how come we have the biggest churches in our nation, yet we have high poverty rate? @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
37. There’s no real success without successors. Our relative successes as a church in this generation must be to raise godly leaders. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
38. The competition for the hearts, resources and time of people has never been this fierce. We must reach them earlier, faster and more intentionally or they may be lost before they even start. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
39. If you are willing, the power of the Holy Spirit can engage you in speaking the language the next generation understands. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
40. Anyone can lead. Leadership is influence. Never let anyone undermine your ambition”. What are you doing in your sphere of influence to do better for the world? @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
41. Lastly, we must trust, empower and delegate. Life is governed by principles that yield growth and progress across the board and not just in small pockets. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
42. Throughout the Bible, we can see how Jesus led by trusting, empowering, and delegating. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
33. Thank you for following, retweeting and participating. @gls_nigeria #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
@GLS_Nigeria features the most diverse faculty of high-level leaders available at any leadership event in the world. The 2019 Summit videocast will be happening at major centres across the country. For more visit glsnigeria.com #LeadershipDiscourse #glsnig #leadtoday
