Change the Paradigm

by Raymond Wheeler

From the author's site:
The title is ambitious I admit. But, the way we think about leadership and express it in the church and in business needs a change in my view. I wrote this book because I see the possibility of unleashing something radically life changing by altering the way we lead. Why? Uncritically adopted leadership styles often promise efficiency and effectiveness but they just as often fail to address the challenge – congregations and businesses feel compressed, threatened, and lost in the radical shifts occurring all around them. At worst churches and Christian organizations act no different from any other corporation in how they relate to their employees and their members.

Jesus changed the formula of leadership – he initiated a hope that is transforming and healing and not oppressive and disillusioning. This book is a blue print for how to lead like Jesus and produce extraordinary results. I am committed to being a part of a changing paradigm of leadership. Its my hope that writing a handbook on how to put a new perspective to work encourage a new conversation and a different way of leading.

322 pages, Paperback

First published June 29, 2015

About the author

Raymond L Wheeler is a retired certified executive coach, leadership development consultant, and ordained pastoral leader. He continues to work with leaders in the complexities of a rapidly changing workplace as a friend and mentor.
Ray's diverse experience in business (operations, administration, and sales) and ministry (campus pastor, lead pastor, executive pastor, church planting coach, world missions) means he understands leaders' challenges. He has also worked as a denominational executive and radio personality (formerly KFSG in Los Angeles). Ray is an adjunct professor in ministry, research methods, teaching methods, leadership, and leadership ethics for LIFE Pacific University in San Dimas, California, and adjunct professor of leadership at International Theological Seminary in Covina, California. Ray and Janice (his wife of 46 years) have three adult children and four grandchildren. He holds a Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry in Administration and Leadership from Claremont School of Theology.
Ray is the author of Change the Paradigm: How to Lead Like Jesus in Today's World (2015) and Lift: five practices great managers do consistently (2020).
Ray serves on the board for Hospitality International Services.
Getting to know Ray is inspiring and fun. Working with Ray is a chance to raise the bar in performance and accomplishment.