BTOP - 10 & 2

In this episode, Kate brings some really good insight into how good leaders affirm and encourage those they lead. Knowing how our team likes to be spurred on is vital. And, she shares how that has impacted her leadership and who modeled that for her. She also challenges us to be leaders that lead well even in moments of “interruption”. Seeing that those “unplanned ministry moments” could actually be some of our most fruitful experiences. Really good stuff in this episode. Tune in!

In this episode, Kelsi speaks into the most important action we can take in our leadership -- involving God in our ministry. She encourages us to be mindful of how He is at work around us and to lean into His activity. Not to let out days get away and us not pause to ensure we have done our work with Him. She also challenges us to live into empathy and perspective as leaders. It makes for stronger teams and more meaningful ministry. Don’t miss this episode.

In this episode, Joda shares some incredible leadership principles. He challenges us to “sweat the small stuff” -- to do that little extra in our walk, in our work, with people and tasks. Some really great stuff in this episode you won’t want to miss. He also pushes us to Colossians 3 -- whatever we do, work at it with all of our heart. You will find some great value to your growth with his principle of “aiming for the top of your game more than the top of the org chart”. Listen and enjoy this episode.

In this episode, Neil reminds us of the most powerful truth -- knowing our identity and who we are in Christ. When we are serving and leading out of that truth; we are most effective in our roles. He also encourages and challenges us to be leaders that prepare well. He speaks to being proactive in investing in ourselves as leaders now and not waiting until we get offered an opportunity. You will enjoy these great learns.

In this episode, Sharon speaks to some really vital leadership principles. Her challenge to us to lead with authenticity is super compelling. Being real over being right stands out as one driving force. She also encourages us to stay in a constant state of learning, growing, and changing. You will not want to miss this great insight!

In this episode, Jason provides some really practical ways to use our time wisely with organization and intentionality. Seeing that when we have order in our day; we can see ministry and our leadership become much more effective. As well as, how it can create margin to keep the ever important priorities in tack -- prayer and people. We know you will be encouraged by these words from Jason.

In this episode, Evan gives a really great illustration -- you won’t want to miss it. It all centers on the idea of decision making and how to go about that to get the best out of your team. Decision making is a very real aspect of leadership and Evan gives us some great wisdom on this subject. He also shares a great principle around the quote, “people need to be reminded more often than instructed”. He challenges us to lead lightly and the relational ground we gain when we do.

In this episode, Greg does an incredible job of leading us back to truth. Leading out of our wholeness is way more fruitful than leading out of anything else. Building our ministry on an unshakeable identity in Christ is essential. He also challenges us to ask for help. It may sound trivial, but this trips up leaders at times. He encourages us to find freedom in asking.

In this episode, David brings us some really great wisdom. He speaks to an Andy Stanley quote, “Only do what only you can do” -- so freeing to lean into your strengths as well as leaning on the strengths of others. David also speaks to the challenge of if we live to please everyone, we’ll never lead at our highest potential. Both principles, done with a lot of discipline, afford us great growth.

Living WITH Jesus is anything but predictable and boring. It’s an exciting ride that never disappoints! Ultimately, what Jesus wanted from the disciples is what he wants from us—our undivided attention. And often times, we don’t give it to him until we desperately need it. In this message, we will explore a story where a storm brought out the worst in the disciples and the best in Jesus and we’ll learn how to trust him more.

In this episode, Benji raises some incredible points as leaders around care and cultivation. He speaks into the critical aspect of relational equity and how we intentionally build this into our ministry. He urges us to ask ourselves as we walk away from any interaction with a team-mate or volunteer -- did we care well for them? -- knowing that care and cultivation create a culture of health and ministry progress.

In this episode, Laura challenges us to think outside our normal rhythms and day-to-day operations with a simple question that packs a big punch. And, she offers up some effective ways to live into this principle. We are also encouraged to create a discipline of collaboration and delegation -- two keys to success in our cultural as a team.

In this episode, Becky give some rich wisdom around leaning into the expertise of the team around us. That our own team can serve as some of our very best resources. She gives us a great tool to support that -- ask questions, stay coachable, and learn from others. She also reminds us to not shrink back with the word, “no”, and to glean insight while being established in cultural trust.

Have you ever been tempted to enlist a volunteer for what they can “do” verses caring for who they “are”? We all can at times. Caroline gives us some really great wisdom with the challenge of caring for our volunteers -- first as people -- second as volunteers. She gives such good insights around building into the person and the ministry will follow suite. She also encourages us to look for ways to give ministry away. You will enjoy this episode.

In this episode, LaShawn reminds us to keep the main thing, the main thing. That processes and details are vital, but not to dismiss the someONE for the someTHING. Really good stuff in this episode. She also reminds us that self-leadership is a must. Without, we can short change the work God wants to do and limit our impact and influence.

In this episode, Sarah gives us some great insight around being intentional -- in our leadership, within our ministry, and with our teams of volunteers. She also speaks to the importance of doing that in a culture where grace and truth are anchored. She offers up some great encouragement and challenge when it comes to leading and shepherding volunteers.

In this episode, Alex shares some incredible insight around the vital importance that effective leadership is rooted in authentic relationships. She challenges us with some really great things to think about. She also delivers an additional principle around understanding others’ needs and how critical that is when we lead and follow. I know we all will be encouraged by what she has to say and what she has to share.

In this episode, Kelly “KJ” Jennings teaches us his profound philosophy of “3 Tier Leadership” - all about the investments that are made in us and the investments we are making in others. He also reminds us of the importance of being available to others even if it means intentionally stepping out of our comfort zones.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like on the other side of you? How people perceive you has a great deal of influence on whether people will follow you or not, even if their perception is not reality. In this episode, Derrick Purvis challenges us to confront negative perceptions and do the hard work of making changes where we need to. He will also give us a secret into building strong relationships with people we lead.

Leadership is not about a position. If you want to lead, you can lead from right where you are. In this episode, Brian Lucas challenges us to make whatever we are leading the very best it can be without any excuses. He also gives us a very practical lesson on how to balance support and challenge with people we lead.

Do you take intentional time to dream about what God wants to do in you and through your ministry? In this episode, Dan Jackson teaches us the importance of a “blue sky day” and how it can revitalize our call to ministry. He also reminds us of the importance of loving people well. It’s easy to get focused on daily tasks, but Dan challenges us to keep people at the top of our priority list.

Do you view what you do as a “job” or a “ministry”? Is it a “have to” or a “get to”? In this episode, Jim Cox speaks into how our ministry flows out of our unique gifts and wiring and shares his passion for getting to do ministry every single day. Speaking from a very unique background, Jim challenges all of us to stay in the game of ministry with passion and purpose.

There’s no greater servant leader on the best team on the planet than Gordon Walls. There’s no job too dirty for this guy and in this episode, he challenges us to serve with humility and empathy and he gives us very practical tools to help us evaluate our own hearts and how well we are serving others.

A leader can’t lead someone to places where they’ve never been. If we aren’t healthy, chances are those we lead won’t be healthy. In this episode, Bret Foster challenges us in the area of health and wholeness as leaders. He helps us see that our health is a key to being a great leader. He also gives us permission to explore the deep places within ourselves and seek guidance from those who can help us be sure that our own hurts aren’t recycled on those we lead.

Ministry is a unique calling and it’s all about people. Our guest this week understands the call to ministry and certainly models the principles he’s sharing with us. Will Briggs is one of the most caring people you’ll ever meet and in this episode, he challenges us to spend time working alongside of those we lead and serve and to also take great care of people.

In this episode, Scott reflects on his leadership journey to challenge us to do what needs to be done now, so that we can do what we want to do later. The discipline of doing first those tasks we are tempted to procrastinate until later pays off for us and enables us to be free to work in the areas we love to work in and thrive in. The second principle is to always advocate for people. People matter and rely on their leaders to stand in the gap for them. Scott’s challenge will always keep us focused on people which is the highest priority for every leader.

As the Director of Human Resources, Charlotte has an incredible gift of discernment as well as wisdom. In this episode, she shares with us two leadership principles that not only fuel her gifts, but are likely the reason she has these gifts. She challenges us as leaders to seek answers vertically and allow what God says to outweigh what we hear from others. She also introduces us to the new health care - self care. She reminds us that a healthy me is much more effective in ministry than an unhealthy me. With great insight and examples, Charlotte challenges how we lead while following God.

If something is important, it’ll show up on your calendar. That’s one of the important principles that Cindy shares with us in this episode which has helped her to be so effective as a leader at Southland. She has learned that when we don’t manage our priorities on our calendars with discipline, we run the risk of disrespecting those who we work with and have appointments with. The second principle is one that brings honor to God and others as she reminds us that our work is for God and not others. When we do everything as unto God, we will be the kind of leader that others want to follow.

It’s not always what you say as a leader that influences people, but it’s what you do that really counts. In this episode, Kim will remind us that leading by example is a key leadership principle that brings great influence. Be you and be an example as you lead and others will likely follow. Kim also reminds us that we all have a special skill or gift that we are called to use as we lead. When we lean into our giftedness without trying to acquire the gifts and skills that others have, we will multiply our leadership effectiveness. Kim’s challenges are super helpful in this episode of 10 and 2.

In our fifth episode of 10 and 2, Vandee draws on his leadership experience and challenges us with two principles that he models exceptionally well. The first is teamwork. Mike speaks to the value of jumping in and helping others on our team to be a great teammate. The second principle is truth-telling. Candor is a great quality that great leaders model, yet conflict is something most of us avoid. Vandee helps us see how we need to express compassion in sharing the truth - sometimes hard truths - that people need to hear to grow and be the very best they can be.

In this episode, we learn from a great leader who has learned how to spin many plates in leadership. Nate has learned to be a high-capacity leader by living out the two examples he gives us in this podcast. Nate challenges us to put “First Things First” - to make sure we understand what our priorities are and to work those priorities. He also reminds us that sometimes work is actually work. We tend to want all of our work to be fun and fulfilling, but there are times when our work is hard and draining. It’s in those times of leaning into hard work where we grow into great leaders.

In this episode, Kurt addresses a couple of practical hands-on leadership thoughts that he has seen in his work experience.  Kurt shares how practicing the philosophy of "Addition by Subtraction" can help build better processes and more functional systems.  Kurt also shares some a practical tip for communicating information.  Even if you are sharing complex information, using a "One Pager" format is a great discipline to help give your listeners the bottom line up front. Being clear and concise will help your audience stay with you from start to finish.

In this episode, Jason shares the importance of understanding your unique gifts and wiring as a leader. He challenges us to lean into our own strengths and to bring others along who can help where we are weak. His second principle is similar - we must also understand and leverage the uniqueness of those we lead. Valuing the unique gifts of others will help them be successful while putting your team on a path towards accomplishing your mission.

In this episode, Chris and Michelle launch our first ever 10 & 2 podcast to help us grow in our leadership. Michelle first shares the importance of always preparing with the final outcome in view as she talks about the leadership habit of “Thinking with the End in Mind.” She gives great examples of how to work towards a vision to see that vision come to life. We also hear from Chris about making better decisions by getting a full understanding as he talks about the leadership habit of “Seeking first to understand, then to be Understood.” We can avoid mistakes and hurting people when we listen well and then make a decision with all of the information.