Every January, leaders feel it. That pressure to be more—more visionary, more decisive, more capable. We look at the year ahead and unconsciously slip into hero mode, believing that great leadership means having all the answers, carrying all the weight, and being the smartest person in the room. If I don’t do it, it won’t…
Read MoreEvery leader stands at crossroads throughout their journey. Some are dramatic—the career change, the big hire, the strategic pivot. But the most consequential crossroads is often the quietest: the moment you discover something you didn’t know, and you must choose whether to admit it and do something different tomorrow. This is transformation. Not the flashy…
Read MoreIt’s January. The confetti has been swept away, the champagne glasses are in the dishwasher, and those ambitious New Year’s resolutions are staring you in the face. If you’re a leader—whether you’re shepherding a church staff, managing a business team, or guiding a ministry—you know that familiar weight: How can I do more? How can…
Read MoreThe fence debate? That’s fictional. But the tension, the accusations, the shift in perspective when one person spoke up in this story? That all actually happened. There I sat in a community board meeting last week, watching two grown adults argue about whether a fence should be six feet or six-and-a-half feet tall with the…
Read MoreIn the world of leadership, we often make assumptions about what it takes to be great. However, Craig Groeschel, renowned leadership expert and founder of Life Church, challenges these conventional beliefs in his thought-provoking podcast episode, “3 Unexpected Mindsets for Growth.” Groeschel introduces three counterintuitive mindsets that can empower leaders to do more, grow faster,…
Read MoreIn today’s diverse workplace, understanding team dynamics is crucial for effective leadership. Recently, a client in Australia reached out with an intriguing question about their leadership team’s Leading From Your Strengths assessment results. This case study provides valuable insights into interpreting Leading From Your Strengths data and leveraging it to enhance team performance. The Scenario…
Read MoreIn a recent StrongTeams.com podcast, I had the privilege of interviewing Harry Pearson, founder and CEO of OneAscent, about his journey of faith, stewardship, and kingdom impact in the financial world. Our conversation revealed profound insights into aligning values with investments, the importance of family harmony in financial decision-making, and how these elements can work…
Read MoreStrong leadership is built on a foundation of empathy, understanding and trust. As leaders, we strive to build teams where every member feels valued and is able to contribute at their highest potential. But the path to purposeful leadership is not always straightforward. In a recent episode of the strongTeams.com podcast, I interviewed Dr. Gregory…
Read MoreWe all have an innate desire to understand our identity and purpose in life. However, many of us struggle with feelings of shame, guilt, and a distorted view of how God sees us. In his powerful new book, “Your True Reflection,” Don Ankenbrandt addresses this issue head-on, inviting readers to discover their true identity in…
Read MoreAs a church leader, one of the most critical times you’ll face is when your congregation goes through a pastoral transition or succession plan. Getting this right can set your church up for years of fruitful ministry. Get it wrong, and you may find yourself struggling through decline, loss of trust, and conflict. That’s why…
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