Online Course on Sankirtan Leadership

Name: Online Course on Sankirtan Leadership
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Become a leader in the sankirtan movement

Created byNavina Nirada

Last updated 8/2021

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What you'll learn

Principles, values, and aims of sankirtan leadership
Different types of leaders
Roles and duties of a sankirtan leader
Delegation and empowerment
Personal life of a leader
Skills to increase your effectiveness
Building a community based on sankirtan
Vision, strategy, and organization of a sustainable outreach effort

Course content

8 sections • 42 lectures • 1h 39m total length

Welcome & Introduction1:21
Srila Prabhupada on the Sankirtan Mission2:18
Purpose of Training4:27
Assignment for Section 10:11
1. Read the Course Introduction (download PDF) for instructions on how to ask questions or submit feedback for this course.
2. Read the following sections of the Student's Handbook for Graduate Course on Book Distribution (download PDF):
p. 37 - The Purposes of Training and Education for Book Distributors

Principles & Values of Leadership4:03
Leadership vs. Management2:08
Three Types of Power2:06
Types of Leaders2:57
Managers grow into effective leaders who see the bigger picture and expand regional impact. Visionary leaders mentor others through humility and selfless service to grow Sankirtan, book distribution, and teams.
Srila Prabhupada on Setting Priorities1:50
Assignment for Section 20:11
1. Read the following sections of the Student's Handbook for Graduate Course on Book Distribution (download PDF):
p. 36 - Principles and Values of Effective Sankirtan Leadership
p. 39 - Three Distinctions Between Leadership and Management
p. 41 - Three Types of Power
2. Read handout, "Be a Leader - Spiritual Entrepreneur."

Roles of a Leader4:06
Qualities of a Leader - Sadhana3:07
Qualities of a Leader - Trust4:17
Qualities of a Leader - Abundance2:01
Finding Mentors2:45
Seek mentors and peers to learn and gain guidance, invest energy in nurturing relationships, and value loyal opposition for feedback; choose environments that support your growth so your performance expands.
Assignment for Section 30:11
1. Read the following sections of the Student's Handbook for Graduate Course on Book Distribution (download PDF):
p. 38 - Roles and Duties of a Sankirtan Leader
p. 39 - Four Functions of a Leader
p. 40 - The Three Pillars of a Trustworthy Character
2. Read the handout, "12 Rules for Spiritual Entrepreneurs."

Communication3:26
Lead with masterful communication by staying in regular contact, seeking feedback, and being accessible to understand others and achieve win-win outcomes.
Listening2:43
Engaging Others2:49
Lead in Sankirtan leadership by welcoming team advice and discussing the vision to build strategies. Embrace diverse mindsets, tailor incentives, and apply cross pollination by emulating successful models.
Srila Prabhupada on Constant Engagement0:36
Srila Prabhupada emphasizes constant engagement, showing how devotees temporarily give up engagements like decorating, gala planning, and canvassing, even amid airport bustle, to focus on devotional service and leadership.
Assignment for Section 50:04
Read the following sections of the Student's Handbook for Graduate Course on Book Distribution (download PDF):
pp. 46-48 - Communication Skills

Self-Care3:54
Failing Forward3:54
Acknowledge mistakes and welcome feedback from peers, juniors, seniors, mentors, and Krishna to improve and lead with accountability; apply the four-part cleanup and fail forward fast.
Correcting Behavior3:58
Identify four phases of correcting behavior—prevention, positive correction, consequences, and repair—while fostering appreciation, benevolent critique, and tolerance to spread Krishna consciousness worldwide.
Risk Management1:34
Lead by calculating risk and safeguarding your team; communicate honestly to prevent feeling misled, embrace that no venture is risk-free while pursuing the Sankirtan mission.
Assignment for Section 60:07
Read the following sections of the Student's Handbook for Graduate Course on Book Distribution (download PDF):
p. 49 - Six Steps for Conflict Resolution, Appreciation
pp. 50-51 - Four Phases for Correcting Improper Behavior

Act Now1:41
Set Goals2:29
Planning1:45
Plan deliberately and adapt as obstacles arise, breaking big goals into 90-day increments. Follow up on outreach, collect contacts, and invite interaction; seeing people at least twice weekly enhances impact.
Organizing2:09
Organize an educational facility in my APPAR to train preachers and book distributors; coordinate with local leaders to spread Krishna consciousness globally while acting locally.
Time Management2:09
Develop disciplined time management by rising early, prioritizing spiritual practice, and valuing Krishna's energy to guide leadership and prevent wasted time.
Assignment for Section 70:12
1. Read the following sections of the Student's Handbook for Graduate Course on Book Distribution (download PDF):
p. 52 - Guidelines on Proactive Time Management
p. 56 - Organizational Skills
2.
p. 30 - Complete the Assessing Performance Worksheet to identify your short- and long-term sankirtan goals and how you can track your progress.

Requirements

Sincerity
Completion of the Graduate Course on Book Distribution

Description

Looking for a way to expand your preaching and book distribution? For the first time ever, we are happy to offer the Online Course on Sankirtan Leadership as a free online course for all participants. As the sequel to the Online Course on Book Distribution, this course teaches you about the art of becoming a leader in the sankirtan movement. It is highly recommended for all wishing to deepen their appreciation, skills, and knowledge of how to grow the sankirtan effort in the service of Srila Prabhupada.

The course focuses on a wide range of important topics for building a sustainable outreach efforts, including:

- Principles and values, aims of sankirtan leadership, roles of a leader

- Vision, empowerment, delegation

- Recruiting, communication, interpersonal skills, overcoming obstacles

- Strategy, management, organization

In addition to lecture videos, students will have short readings, worksheets, and inspirational videos of Srila Prabhupada to enhance their learning. The course has been designed to be short and sweet, so students can complete the entire curriculum in one sitting or gradually over a few days.

Students will also be able to connect personally with instructor Navina Nirada das, a leading book distributor and educator in the sankirtan movement. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to deepen your bhakti practice! Hare Krishna!

Who this course is for:

Prospective, new, and experienced devotees of Krishna
Experienced and aspiring sankirtan leaders

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Course content

Welcome & Introduction4 lectures • 8min

Leadership Defined6 lectures • 13min

Become a Sankirtan Leader6 lectures • 16min

Building a Sankirtan Team5 lectures • 15min

Working Together5 lectures • 10min

Overcoming Obstacles5 lectures • 13min

Growing through Organization6 lectures • 10min

Vision for the Future5 lectures • 13min

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