Echo Leadership Podcast with Andy Wood

Sometimes the future is foggy. We can't see what lies ahead, so we become fearful and confused about what to do next. In this month's episode, Andy Wood and David Hibiske conclude a two-part conversation on what we can do in the midst of ambiguity in order to stay focused and continue growing as leaders.

Sometimes the future is foggy. We can't see what lies ahead, so we become fearful and confused about what to do next. In this month's episode, Andy Wood and David Hibiske begin a two-part conversation on what we can do in the midst of ambiguity in order to stay focused and continue growing as leaders.

As we lead our teams and organizations, we can often get distracted and lose focus on why we do what we do. From the stage of the 2022 Echo Leadership Conference, Andy Wood shares how we can get back on track with a renewed sense of passion and urgency for the mission we've set out to accomplish.

Oftentimes, the greatest enemy of future progress is past success. We can get so caught up in our accomplishments that we lose focus on continually getting better as leaders. In this month's episode, Andy Wood and David Hibiske conclude a two-part conversation on how to stay hungry and humble so that we don't stand in the way of the great things in front of us.ECHO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEJoin us on Thursday, May 19, in San Jose, California, for a one-day intensive packed with energy, fun, and practical leadership tools. Designed for church and business leaders, you'll be inspired and equipped to make a greater difference with your life.Register at echoleadership.org and use the promo code ELP10 to get $10 off your registration.

Oftentimes, the greatest enemy of future progress is past success. We can get so caught up in our accomplishments that we lose focus on continually getting better as leaders. In this month's episode, Andy Wood and David Hibiske begin a two-part conversation on how to stay hungry and humble so that we don't stand in the way of the great things in front of us.ECHO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEJoin us on Thursday, May 19, in San Jose, California, for a one-day intensive packed with energy, fun, and practical leadership tools. Designed for church and business leaders, you'll be inspired and equipped to make a greater difference with your life.Register at echoleadership.org and use the promo code ELP10 to get $10 off your registration.

When we live in a place that doesn't meet our expectations, it's tempting to pack up and move elsewhere. But what if we're meant to stay? What if there's more to consider than just our own needs? In this exclusive bonus episode, San Francisco-based author and church planter Shauna Pilgreen shares how we can love where we live by investing in the community around us.CONNECT WITH SHAUNA PILGREEN Website: shaunapilgreen.comLive Sent Weekend: shaunapilgreen.com/weekendFacebook: @shaunapilgreenstoryTwitter: @shaunapilgreenInstagram: @shaunapilgreen

Cultivating growth in our teams and organizations requires us to make four key decisions. In this month's episode, discover what they are and how you can implement them in order to grow and increase the impact of what you lead.ECHO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEJoin us on Thursday, May 19, in San Jose, California, for a one-day gathering packed with energy, fun, and practical leadership tools. Designed for church and business leaders, you'll be inspired and equipped to make a greater difference with your life.Register at echoleadership.org and use the promo code ELP10 to get $10 off your registration.

No amount of success in the world can make up for failure in our homes. In this month's episode, learn four practical ways to intentionally prioritize and invest in the relationships that matter most.ECHO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEJoin us on Thursday, May 19, in San Jose, California, for a one-day intensive packed with energy, fun, and practical leadership tools. Designed for church and business leaders, you'll be inspired and equipped to make a greater difference with your life.Register at echoleadership.org and use the promo code ELP10 to get $10 off your registration.

From the stage of the 2021 Echo Leadership Conference, Andy Wood shares four practical ways we can get healthy again as leaders in the midst of one of the most challenging seasons we've ever faced.ECHO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEJoin us on May 19, 2022, in San Jose, California, for a one-day intensive packed with energy, fun, and practical leadership tools. Designed for church and business leaders, you'll be inspired and equipped to make a greater difference with your life.Register at echoleadership.org and use the promo code ELP10 to save $10 and get a ticket for only $69 as one of our podcast listeners. Promo code is valid from Monday, January 3, through Monday, January 31.

Since founding Fresh Life Church in 2007, one of the biggest lessons Lead Pastor Levi Lusko has learned is to not add too much value to the organization. In this exclusive bonus episode, hear about his journey of discovering how to best serve his team in his role without stifling their leadership.Plus, Levi shares the key thoughts and habits that help him stay healthy and focused on the mission of Fresh Life Church.CONNECT WITH LEVI LUSKO Website: https://levilusko.com/Facebook: @leviluskoTwitter: @leviluskoInstagram: @levilusko

It's going to take more than one individual or one church to further accomplish the mission of the "capital C" Church. From the stage of the 2021 Exponential Bay Area Regional Conference, Andy Wood challenges church leaders to expand their vision of what God can do when they network together at a greater level.EXPONENTIAL2020-2021 Digital Access Pass: This is the perfect resource for individual and team training! For only $99, gain access to all the main stage sessions from the five 2021 regional conferences and the 2020 global conference in Orlando, Florida. You and your team will be equipped around the 2020-2021 theme: “Together: Pursuing the Great Collaboration.”2022 Bay Area Regional Conference: Join hundreds of leaders for inspiration, encouragement, and equipping at the 2022 Bay Area Regional Conference in San Jose, California. Register early as space is limited at this smaller, more intimate gathering.

Our journey as leaders isn't about how fast we grow, but how well we finish. In this exclusive bonus episode, Rusty George, lead pastor of Real Life Church, shares the key habits and mindsets he's learned and implemented over the last 25+ years that can help us endure through decades as leaders.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESFred Crawford & Ryan Mathews, The Myth of Excellence: Why Great Companies Never Try to Be the Best at EverythingCarey Nieuwhof, “Has Your Leadership Peaked? The Theory of the 10 Year Run.” CareyNieuwhof.comChris McChesney, Sean Covey, Jim Huling, Beverly Walker & Scott Thele, The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Achieving Your Wildly Important GoalsMichael Hyatt, michaelhyatt.comThe Table Group, The 6 Types of Working GeniusJim Collins & Morten T. Hansen, Great by Choice: Uncertainty, Chaos, and Luck—Why Some Thrive Despite Them AllIchak Adizes, “Decision Making vs Implementation,” Dr. Ichak Adizes' BlogsJim Collins, Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don'tJim Collins, Turning the Flywheel: A Monograph to Accompany Good to GreatCONNECT WITH RUSTY GEORGE Website: https://pastorrustygeorge.com/Leading Simple with Rusty George: https://pastorrustygeorge.com/podcast/Facebook: @rustylgeorgeInstagram: @rustylgeorgeTwitter: @rustylgeorge

What are you holding onto that's holding you back as a leader? In this month's episode, learn five key practices on how to let go so that you can lead at a higher level and move the vision of your organization forward.

One of the most important skills of leadership is problem-solving, yet so many of us keep addressing the same issues in our organizations for months (or even years!) on end. In this month's episode, learn five key ideas that will equip you and your team to solve problems efficiently and effectively.

We all make mistakes. We look back at them and wish we had done things differently. However, if we're not mindful, we can live in our past and let the pain of regret weigh us down. In this month's episode, discover how to leverage your failure as fuel to grow as a leader and move forward into the future.

Going viral may bring instant fame, but it's not the end goal for Rich Birch as he creates resources for church leaders at unSeminary. In this exclusive bonus episode, Rich shares what ultimately drives him to produce content, and how he's been able to continually grow his audience and impact thousands of leaders over the past 10+ years.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESRich Birch, Church Growth Flywheel: 5 Practical Systems to Drive Growth at Your Church: https://amzn.to/2PUdTTrCONNECT WITH RICH BIRCHTwitter: https://twitter.com/richbirchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/richbirch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richbirch

Kevin Compton, co-founder of principal investment firm Radar Partners, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on his experience as a venture capitalist in Silicon Valley. Hear Kevin share behind-the-scenes stories from his time at Kleiner Perkins, how Radar Partners coaches their entrepreneurs, and what we can learn from Silicon Valley culture in order to become better leaders.

After several years of success on Wall Street, Henry Kaestner had everything he needed to be happy—or so he thought. He felt an emptiness deep inside his soul, yet no person or thing could fill it. In this exclusive bonus episode, Henry shares how his journey to faith transformed his life and brought true meaning and purpose to his work as an entrepreneur.Plus, Henry chats about living generously and his vision to see Christ followers spark a culture of radical generosity in the Bay Area.Henry Kaestner is a co-founder and partner at Sovereign's Capital, a co-founder of Faith Driven Entrepreneur and Faith Driven Investor, and the founder of Generosity Bay Area. He also co-founded Bandwidth and previously served as the CEO and chairman.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESSimon Sinek, “How Great Leaders Inspire Action”: https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_leaders_inspire_actionCONNECT WITH HENRY KAESTNERLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hkaestnerTwitter: https://twitter.com/henrykaestner

Increase the scope of your leadership by changing how you think! In this month's episode, learn five better ways of thinking that can help you lead people at a higher level, build a flourishing culture, and lift the lid on what's possible for your team or organization.

According to Sean Morgan, the founder of The Ascent, change management leaders often fail to understand that, at the end of the day, they're helping people. In this exclusive bonus episode, Sean draws upon his professional experience in healthcare and ministry to share practical ways to lead people while implementing change in an organization.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESJohn Kotter, “Leading Change”Scot McKnight & Laura Barringer, “A Church Called Tov”CONNECT WITH SEAN MORGANInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_seanmorgan/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_seanmorganThe Ascent: https://theascentleader.org/Leaders in Living Rooms: https://theascentleader.org/leaders-in-living-rooms/LEADERS IN LIVING ROOMS“Andy Wood on Self-Limiting Thoughts”: https://theascentleader.org/andy-wood/

Twenty years and counting in the software industry, Sue Warnke knows full well how focusing on the right things at the right time makes all the difference. In this month’s episode, she shares a prioritization model that helps her achieve bigger impact and better results not only at work, but in other areas of her life as well.

When you’re around other leaders, are you a networker or a connector? In this exclusive bonus episode, Brad Lomenick compares the two mindsets and challenges us to think differently the next time we walk into a room full of leaders. Plus, Brad shares what it was like to help build a movement of young leaders called Catalyst, as well as what it takes to lead the next generation.ECHO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEJoin us on May 20, 2021, for a one-day intensive packed with energy, fun, inspiration, and practical leadership tools. Designed for church and business leaders, this year’s conference is focused on being a healthy leader because healthy leaders lead healthy organizations.Register at https://www.echoleadership.org/ and use the promo code “ROLLBACK” to save $80 and get a ticket for just $59. You can also take advantage of our Buy One, Get One Sale and get two tickets for just $99.

Working with people can be both one of the greatest joys and greatest burdens of leading an organization. While you get to accomplish the mission together as a staff, you also experience difficult tension, transition, and turnover. In this month's episode, learn how to address each one in a way that brings health, strength, and longevity to your teams.ECHO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEJoin us on May 20, 2021, for a one-day intensive packed with energy, fun, inspiration, and practical leadership tools. Designed for church and business leaders, this year’s conference is focused on being a healthy leader because healthy leaders lead healthy organizations.Register at https://www.echoleadership.org/ and use the promo code “ELP15” to get $15 off your ticket as one of our podcast listeners.

Have you ever found yourself in an environment that you wish felt different? In this month’s episode, learn four mindset shifts that can help you change the temperature and lift the atmosphere wherever you lead.ECHO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEJoin us on May 20, 2021, for a one-day intensive packed with energy, fun, inspiration, and practical leadership tools. Designed for church and business leaders, the Echo Leadership Conference will inspire and equip you to lead bigger and better in your environments of leadership no matter the season.Register at https://www.echoleadership.org/ and use the promo code “ELP15” to get $15 off your ticket as one of our podcast listeners.

We all have plenty to do, but how many of us are actually getting the right things done at the right time? In this month’s episode, discover a weekly tool that can help you stay organized, prioritize what’s most important, and execute on the vision in your heart.ECHO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEJoin us on May 20, 2021, for a one-day intensive packed with energy, fun, inspiration, and practical leadership tools. Designed for church and business leaders, the Echo Leadership Conference will inspire and equip you to lead bigger and better in your environments of leadership no matter the season.Register at https://www.echoleadership.org/ and use the promo code “ELP15” to get $15 off your ticket as one of our podcast listeners.

Nearly a year into the pandemic, many of us are wondering: “How much longer?” We’ve already experienced so much loss and discouragement. Can we continue on? In this exclusive bonus episode, Mark Batterson shares how a certain mindset can help us persevere and keep on keeping on even through tremendous difficulty.BOOK GIVEAWAY: WIN THE DAYThe first 10 people who subscribe to the Echo Leadership Podcast email list for the first time will win a free copy of “Win the Day” by Mark Batterson. To subscribe, visit https://echo.church/leadershippodcast/ and sign up to “Get Updates.”Learn more:https://www.markbatterson.com/

Don’t let the uncertainty of this season keep weighing you down. In this month’s episode, discover five strategies that can help you regain your confidence as a leader and propel you forward into the future.To learn more, visit https://echo.church/leadershippodcast.

What seems like a temporary solution to social distancing orders may actually be a long-term strategy that leads to exponential church growth over the years to come. In this exclusive bonus episode, Carey Nieuwhof shares insights on the future of digital church and how we must fully leverage it in order to reach more people with the love of God.

If you felt frustrated as a leader in 2020, you are not alone. In this month’s episode, learn five ways you can turn last year’s frustration into fuel for great leadership in 2021. BOOK GIVEAWAY: TURNING THE FLYWHEELThe first 10 people who subscribe to the Echo Leadership Podcast email list for the first time will win a free copy of Turning the Flywheel by Jim Collins. To subscribe, visit echo.church/leadershippodcast and sign up to “Get Updates.”

For Ray Hudson, Lead Pastor of City Center Church in Berkeley, the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t stopped him from showing up. In this exclusive bonus episode, Ray shares what pushed him to launch his brand-new church online and how he’s shaping team culture in a way that moves them forward into the future together.

For Scott Hempy, CEO and founder of Silicon Valley-based Filld, the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t stopped him from showing up. In this exclusive bonus episode, Scott shares about his game-changing decision to pivot his mobile fuel delivery company, as well as how he and his team are staying motivated during this season.

For Suzie Williams, owner of Sundown CrossFit and CrossFit Volition in the Bay Area, the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t stopped her from showing up. In this exclusive bonus episode, Suzie shares how she’s leveraged the challenges of this season to get better as a leader.

During a year of unprecedented change and uncertainty, be honest: how many times have you wanted to throw in the towel? There’s been so much out of our control, but we can still fight and stay in the game. In this month’s episode, learn five reasons why you can and should keep showing up!COACHING GIVEAWAY FOR NEW EMAIL SUBSCRIBERSThe first FIVE people who subscribe to the Echo Leadership Podcast email list for the first time will win a free 30-minute coaching session with either Andy Wood or David Hibiske. To subscribe, visit echo.church/leadershippodcast and sign up to “Get Updates.” The winners will be announced on December 2.

How a team relates to one another in any given situation directly impacts their overall effectiveness. In fact, failing to identify and adapt to each other’s different roles in different contexts can lead to confusion and dysfunction. In this month’s episode, learn how to develop healthy relational leadership on your teams and set your organizations up for sustained success.BOOK GIVEAWAY: SCALING LEADERSHIPTo enter for a chance to win a free copy, visit echo.church/leadershippodcast and sign up to "Get Updates." The last day to enter is November 8. The winners will be announced on November 9.

In a time of intense disagreement over a myriad of complex issues, leading our teams forward is a daunting challenge. Diverse opinions and beliefs threaten to tear us apart, but courage and wisdom can bring people together to work as one. In this month’s episode, learn six ways you can foster unity on your teams and lead them into the future with a shared vision.

As a leader, you often get and feel stuck. A goal (or wall!) in front of you seems so big you put it off for days, months, or sometimes years. In this month’s episode, learn how to coach yourself to get unstuck and accomplish what you’ve always wanted to do.

As organizations grow in size, scaling up doesn’t come easy. Long-resolved issues resurface with more complexity, challenging leaders to overcome them yet again but in a larger context. In this month’s episode, discover new paradigms and systems you can implement in order to help your organization get better as it gets bigger.

In order for organizations to scale up, leaders and teams must grow in their capacity. This means leaders must continually focus on getting better. In this four-part episode, learn practical applications to help you improve as a leader and increase the effectiveness of your team.

In order for organizations to scale up, leaders and teams must grow in their capacity. This means leaders must continually focus on getting better. In this four-part episode, learn practical applications to help you improve as a leader and increase the effectiveness of your team.

In order for organizations to scale up, leaders and teams must grow in their capacity. This means leaders must continually focus on getting better. In this four-part episode, learn practical applications to help you improve as a leader and increase the effectiveness of your team.

In order for organizations to scale up, leaders and teams must grow in their capacity. This means leaders must continually focus on getting better. In this four-part episode, learn practical applications to help you improve as a leader and increase the effectiveness of your team.

You can’t lead without credibility. In fact, it’s the currency of leadership that determines whether or not people want to follow you as a leader. Join us for this five-part episode to learn how you can build your leadership credibility by avoiding eight easy ways that can destroy it.

You can’t lead without credibility. In fact, it’s the currency of leadership that determines whether or not people want to follow you as a leader. Join us for this five-part episode to learn how you can build your leadership credibility by avoiding eight easy ways that can destroy it.

You can’t lead without credibility. In fact, it’s the currency of leadership that determines whether or not people want to follow you as a leader. Join us for this five-part episode to learn how you can build your leadership credibility by avoiding eight easy ways that can destroy it.

You can’t lead without credibility. In fact, it’s the currency of leadership that determines whether or not people want to follow you as a leader. Join us for this five-part episode to learn how you can build your leadership credibility by avoiding eight easy ways that can destroy it.

You can’t lead without credibility. In fact, it’s the currency of leadership that determines whether or not people want to follow you as a leader. Join us for this five-part episode to learn how you can build your leadership credibility by avoiding eight easy ways that can destroy it.

Crisis often brings uncertainty, anxiety, and obstacles. During crises more than ever, our response as leaders sets the tone for the teams we lead. Learn how you can keep yourself and those you lead encouraged no matter what comes your way! Notes can be downloaded at echo.church/leadershippodcast. You can also sign up to be the first to know about new episodes and get the notes emailed directly to you.