What if the most important thing you learned about yourself last year is already incomplete? That’s not a discouraging thought — it’s actually one of the most hopeful things a leader can hear. Because it means you’re growing. You’re changing. Your role has shifted, your team has evolved, new challenges have sharpened some of your…
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…
Every 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…
It’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…
In 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,…
In 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…
Strong 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…
We 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…
As 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…
In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, effective leadership is crucial for organizations to thrive. On a recent episode of the StrongTeams.com podcast, I had the privilege of interviewing Gary Harpst, a New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, and former successful CEO, who shared powerful biblical insights for leaders to overcome organizational chaos. According…