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RIGHT NOW VS EXACT PLANNING: BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN LEADERSHIP AND PRODUCTION | Todd Elliott
If you’ ve spent any time in church leadership or production, you’ ve probably felt it— that tension between wanting to move fast and needing time to get it right. Senior leaders often operate in the“ right now” zone. The moment a decision is made, they’ re ready to roll. But for tech and production teams, that green light is just the beginning of the real work: strategizing, budgeting, sourcing, troubleshooting. And that takes time.
Without clear expectations, this difference can put both sides on a collision course sooner or later. So how do we navigate the tension between urgency and precision? What’ s the right balance between acting fast and planning smart?
START WITH CLARITY The first step is aligning on the goal. Ask:
• Is time the top priority?
• Or is the budget the main concern?
Your answers will determine your approach. If it needs to happen yesterday, prepare for a few trade-offs. Quick turnarounds usually mean:
• Less time for research
• More expensive, off-the-shelf solutions
• Decisions made under pressure
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