A podcast designed to help leaders lead from right where they are by giving practical tools for leadership. Hosted by author and pastor, Clay Scroggins.
Middle management gets a bad rap: too much pressure, not enough power, and none of the credit. But what if we've misunderstood its purpose all along?In this episode, we reframe the middle—not as a corporate purgatory, but as a vital proving ground. You'll discover why this role is more than a rung on the ladder—it's a shaping season that builds vision, resilience, and sound judgment.We'll explore:Why the role is misunderstood (and unfairly maligned)How the valley of middle management forms you—not just frustrates youWhere the role is headed in the future—from manager to wayfinderKey takeaway: Stop trying to escape the middle. Start learning from it.Challenge: Ask yourself: How is this season shaping me into the leader I'm becoming?About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
When you hear “control freak,” what comes to mind? Probably someone who micromanages, hoards tasks, and drives everyone nuts. But what if the real issue isn't being controlling—it's trying to control everything?In this episode, we reclaim the term and explore what it means to become an Enlightened Control Freak—someone who's focused, self-aware, and ruthlessly clear about what's theirs to own.You'll learn a simple 1-2-3 framework to help you:Name what you wantSeparate goals from desiresControl the controllableIf you're tired of being overwhelmed by things outside your control, this episode will show you a better path—one that leads to clarity, peace, and progress.Challenge: This week, make two lists—your goals and your desires—and ask: What can I control?About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
Peter Drucker once wrote, “For development is always self-development.” In this episode, we unpack why that simple idea might be the most overlooked (and freeing) truth in the professional world.Clay and Adam explore:Why so many people wait to be “developed” by their company or managerThe real reasons we resist taking initiativeWhat self-development actually looks like in everyday lifeThe role organizations should play (but often overplay) in your growthIf you've ever felt stuck waiting for someone to invest in you, this episode is your reminder: development doesn't require permission—it requires a posture.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
“I was promoted once… and quickly realized I'm not management material.”If you've ever thought or said those words, you're not alone—and you're not broken.In this episode, Clay and Adam unpack why so many talented professionals opt out of management and why that decision often has more to do with broken systems than broken people. We explore the cultural shift that's made leadership feel more like a trap than a reward, and we ask a better question: What if you're not management material… yet?You'll learn:Why Gen Z and Millennials are skeptical of traditional managementWhat “I'm not management material” usually means underneathHow to reframe the role of a manager from a pressure-filled title to a purposeful growth pathWhy good managers aren't born—they're builtIf you've ever doubted your place in leadership, this one's for you.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
Many talented leaders quietly do excellent work, wondering why no one sees it. If that's you, you're not alone. In this episode, Clay and Adam explore how to show up, stand out, and get noticed without becoming someone you're not.They'll cover:The difference between humility and invisibilityThree common reasons you feel overlooked (and what to do about it)How to get noticed without selling out: narrate your thinking, ask better questions, and offer help upwardThis episode is for leaders who want to be more influential without being louder—who want to lead with clarity, courage, and consistency.
You don't have to hate your job to feel stuck in it. In fact, some of the most respected, well-paid professionals still find themselves restless, unmotivated, and going through the motions. In this episode, Clay and Adam unpack what it really means to feel “stuck” at work—and why it doesn't always mean it's time to quit.Drawing on insights from thinkers like Mel Robbins, Dan Heath, Jocko Willink, and Patrick Lencioni, they challenge the common belief that the only solution to feeling stuck is to change jobs. Instead, they offer a fresh perspective: what if “stuck” is just a signal, not a verdict?You'll learn three common reasons people feel stuck (and what to do about each one), plus simple, practical strategies to reignite your growth, energy, and sense of purpose—without switching careers. Whether you're feeling passive, frustrated, or disconnected from your “why,” this conversation will help you stop waiting for permission and start leading again right where you are.Key Takeaway:You don't need a new job. You need a new mindset about the one you already have.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
Most leaders overestimate what their team knows. We assume too much, communicate too little, and then get frustrated when people miss the mark.In this episode, Clay and Adam unpack the Curse of Knowledge —the tendency to forget what it's like not to know something and share 4 practical ways to lead with more clarity:✅ Assume nobody knows anything✅ Define success clearly and repeatedly✅ Repeat yourself more than you think you should✅ Ask “What's unclear?” instead of “Any questions?”About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
Caring too much about what others think will shrink your leadership, steal your courage, and keep you from making the impact you're meant to make. In this episode, Clay and Adam unpack why approval addiction is so common—and so costly and give you three practical ways to lead with clarity, confidence, and conviction. You'll learn how to filter feedback, clarify your values, and build real confidence through action.If you're tired of second-guessing yourself, overthinking every decision, or leading for applause instead of impact—this one's for you.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow:Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
PushPay proudly sponsors this episode. Unleash generosity at your church: pushpay.com______________________________________________________________Clay and Adam break down the steps to building a speaking business—particularly if you're doing it on the side. Clay shares how two decades of church speaking and writing books laid the foundation for his speaking career, and together they unpack the key lessons anyone can apply:How to get started (even without a big platform)Why making the leader look good is your secret weaponThe one talk you need to absolutely crushWhy being easy to work with matters more than you thinkHow to turn one gig into long-term momentumIf you've ever thought, “Could I do this?”—this episode is for you.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow:Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
In this episode, Clay and Adam unpack how to thrive at work by understanding and adapting to your boss's world, even if they're less than perfect. They explore five key strategies: empathizing with your boss's challenges, learning their communication style, being a low-maintenance problem solver, managing your expectations, and influencing without being manipulative. The episode challenges listeners to stop waiting for the “perfect boss” and instead focus on playing the hand they're dealt—with a few practical tips to start using right away.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow:Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
In this episode, Clay and Adam reveal the three best coaching questions every leader should ask to move beyond just giving advice and help their teams think more deeply. They explore how “And what else?”, “What advice would you give to someone in your situation?”, and “What's the real challenge here for you?” can transform coaching conversations by uncovering real obstacles, tapping into people's own wisdom, and driving clarity. Leaders are encouraged to try these questions in their next coaching conversation to build problem-solving skills and foster more meaningful dialogue.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow:Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
Giving feedback is one of the most challenging parts of leadership—especially when emotions run high. In this episode, we break down the ThreeIQ System, a simple yet powerful approach to making feedback conversations clear, direct, and constructive. You'll learn to use the Intent, Incident, Impact, Question framework to keep emotions in check, build trust, and encourage open dialogue. Whether you're navigating a challenging conversation at work or want to improve your communication, this episode has you covered. Tune in to discover how to give feedback that strengthens relationships and gets results!About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow:Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
Coaching doesn't have to be complicated. In this episode, we break down LB/NT—a simple two-step framework that makes feedback clear, actionable, and actually helpful. Whether you're leading a team, mentoring someone, or just want to help others improve, “Liked Best” and “Next Time” will change the way you coach. We'll cover why most feedback fails, how to use this method in real conversations, and how to build a coaching culture where people thrive. Plus, we challenge you to try it this week! Tune in for practical insights you can apply immediately.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow:Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
PushPay proudly sponsors this episode. They are hosting a webinar that you will not want to miss:"Reaching Your Neighbors: Strategies to Bring Local Guests Into Your Church" Monday, February 25 at 10 AM PT Register for the Webinar (has to be this link)https://grow.pushpay.com/lp-wb-core-reaching-your-neighbors.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=clay-scroggins&utm_content=wb-core-reaching-your-neighbors&utm_campaign=clay-scroggins-sponsor-email&utm_term=faith--all--allMany leaders make the mistake of waiting too long to give feedback, which can lead to stressful, high-stakes conversations that could have been avoided. In this episode, Clay and Adam explain why short, frequent coaching sessions—what they call “keeping short accounts”—lead to faster improvement, less stress, and a stronger team culture. They share practical strategies for making feedback a natural, everyday habit in under 60 seconds so leaders can coach effectively without overwhelming themselves or their teams.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.comAbout Adam Tarnow:Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
Most people focus on managing their time, but what if managing your energy is the real key to a productive week? In this episode, Clay and Adam break down three simple strategies to help you maximize your time and energy: starting with clarity, designing around your natural rhythms, and regularly reflecting and recalibrating. Whether you're a structured planner or a free spirit, these practical tips will help you get more done while keeping your sanity intact. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA who is now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
In this episode, we dive into "The Brand Inside" and explore why the key to organizational growth isn't just about your market presence—it's about your employment brand. Drawing on Gallup research and real-world experience, we discuss how effective people development is essential to attracting and retaining top talent. You'll learn three simple, actionable strategies to develop your team without overwhelming your schedule: thinking out loud to share your insights, giving rising stars a behind-the-scenes view of your work, and going deep with one or two individuals to make a lasting impact. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
PushPay, the trusted leader in digital giving and engagement solutions for churches, sponsors this episode. With tools designed to simplify generosity, build connections, and grow communities, PushPay helps you focus on what truly matters—making an impact. Visit PushPay.com to learn more. ____________ Cynicism can creep into the workplace one comment at a time, eroding trust, morale, and collaboration. In this episode, we explore the difference between cynicism and pessimism, the devastating impact cynicism has on teams, and practical strategies for rebuilding trust and fostering a more optimistic culture. ____________ About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com
Bold Leadership Redefined: More Than Bravado Discover how bold leadership goes beyond bravado, focusing on subtle, impactful actions that truly inspire and drive change. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
Jobs on the Rise: What the Fastest-Growing Roles Reveal About the Future of Work Join Clay and Adam as they unpack LinkedIn's 'Jobs on the Rise 2025' report, exploring the fastest-growing careers in the U.S. and what they mean for the future of work. Here is a link to the article on LinkedIn. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
How to Learn From Your Year and Crush the Next The calendar has turned which means it's time to reflect on 2024 so you'll have an amazing 2025. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
Lessons Learned: Our Top 3 Podcast Mistakes This Year It was a good year here at How to Lead, but it could have been better. In this episode Clay and Adam highlight three things they wish they had done better in 2024. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
How to Stay Grounded While Traveling In follow-up to the Performance by Design episode, Adam and David Morrison discuss how to stay squared away while traveling. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
The Most Underused Leadership Quote of All Time How's that for raising the bar? About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
Performance by Design The key to better performance at work might be changing what you do when you are not at work. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
How We Think About Writing Clay and Adam discuss their approach to writing. Resources mentioned: How to Write a Winning Book Proposal Rob Bell's "Something to Write" Stephen King's "On Writing" About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
Many people think of generosity only in terms of money, but Molly Matthews believes it goes much deeper. Building a culture of generosity not only enhances workplace culture but also drives strong business results. As CEO of PushPay, a digital platform that empowers churches and nonprofits to manage donations and connect with their communities, Molly has seen firsthand the impact of generosity on organizational success. Learn more about PushPay at PushPay.com.
Why You Resist ChangeClay and Adam discuss some helpful research from the authors of The Practice of Adaptive Leadership.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow:Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
Avoiding Miscommunication on Your Team Clay and Adam discuss five ways to avoid miscommunication on your team. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
One Tool Every Team Needs to Use Clay and Adam encourage teams to use a simple and effective tool to improve performance and harmony. Mizzen+Main Use the code HOWTOLEAD to get 15% off your first purchase at https://www.mizzenandmain.com/ About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
The Secret to Effective Vision CastingClay and Adam simplify what it means to "cast vision." This is not a task reserved only for the tall, gregarious, and charismatic. Any leader can cast vision, regardless of their style.About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow:Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
What is a leader, anyway? Clay and Adam dive into a philosophical deep end and come back with some interesting and useful tidbits for your leadership journey. This episode is brought to you by The Unstuck Group. Want to sharpen your leadership and clarify your unique role as a senior pastor? To delegate well, you need to find clarity around what NOT to delegate. Once you understand the duties and responsibilities that must always remain in your hands, you can begin the process of handing everything else off to your team members. Download Tony Morgan's eBook, 4 Roles a Senior Pastor Can't Delegate, for free at theunstuckgroup.com/4roles About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
This episode is brought to you by the maker of the most comfortable clothing on the planet, Mizzen+Main. Use the code HOWTOLEAD at checkout to get 15% off your first order. _____________ Do you want a promotion at work? If so, this episode will remove all mystery from what it takes to take your career to the next level. _____________ About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
Clay and Adam recently partnered with their friends at RightNow Media @ Work to host a webinar on coaching Millennials and Gen Z. This episode is the second part of that webinar. __________ About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
THIS EPISODE IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY THE UNSTUCK GROUP __________ Clay and Adam recently partnered with their friends at RightNow Media @ Work to host a webinar on coaching Millennials and Gen Z. This episode is the first part of that webinar. __________ People problems are uniquely challenging on a ministry team. Leading your staff through them is hard. When you know something is off related to the team, it's normal to lack confidence for solving that kind of challenge. They didn't teach you how to do that in seminary. You've probably been on the receiving end of a bad restructure at some point yourself. And, the people you serve alongside in ministry feel like family. The stakes are high. You don't have to tackle it alone. We understand the nuances of what makes leading a church staff team uniquely challenging. We've helped 100s of churches build a staffing strategy and structure that works. Through our Staffing & Structure process, we help teams solve complicated staffing challenges with wisdom and grace. Learn how it works at theunstuckgroup.com/restructure. __________ About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
The one and only "Jonny from Dallas" joins Clay and Adam to share how he uses resources to develop himself and those around him. __________ Today's episode is proudly sponsored by MIZZEN+MAIN (https://www.mizzenandmain.com/), the new official menswear provider of the How to Lead podcast! Mizzen + Main is your go-to spot to procure the most comfortable clothes on the planet! Their classic styles are perfect for any guy who wants to look sharp and feel comfortable from morning to night. How to Lead listeners can enjoy 15% off their first purchase using the code HOWTOLEAD during checking. __________ About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership.
Entrepreneur and author Ben Ortlip is back! Adam and Ben continue their conversation based on Ben's new book, Culture is the New Leadership. This is the second part of a two-part conversation. Pick up a copy of this book on Amazon. Learn more about Ben and the CultureMRI.
Entrepreneur and author Ben Ortlip joins Adam to discuss his latest book, Culture is the New Leadership. This is the first part of a two-part conversation. Pick up a copy of this book on Amazon. Learn more about Ben and the CultureMRI.
Sometimes, full engagement isn't enough. Today, Clay and Adam talk about one "fully engaged" employee who is not helpful to your organization. Sign up for the July 31st RightNow Webinar here: rnow.me/howtoleadwebinar _________ Based on The Unstuck Group's most recent data, 53% of churches have gone through a restructure involving multiple staff positions within the last two years. And it can go so wrong; unwise restructuring can lead to churches… Retaining people who aren't a good fit for far longer than is healthy—and letting toxicity grow. Allowing ministry silos to develop and misalignment to grow, undercutting the ministry God has called you to do. Allowing failures in character, chemistry, competence or culture to go unaddressed. Letting people continue in key areas of responsibility when the ministry has outgrown their leadership capacity. In their “How to Restructure Wisely” webinar last month, Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson simplified what it takes to restructure with wisdom and grace—and they are sharing the event replay with us. Nobody gives their life to ministry for the money: It's more than a job, and your team is more than a staff. You can lead through it with confidence, and your church can come out stronger on the other side. Learn how: theunstuckgroup.com/howtolead
Register for the free Coaching Millennials and Gen Z webinar at rnow.me/howtoleadwebinar brought to you by the How to Lead podcast and RightNow Media @ Work. RightNow Media @ Work is a voluntary, faith-based library of more than 25,000 videos on topics such as leadership, personal development, marriage, parenting, and more. Visit rightnowmedia.org/howtolead to find out how RightNow Media @ Work can help you develop leaders and care for your employees.
The one and only Jordan Montgomery joins Clay to discuss his latest book, The Art of Encouragement. This book explores ten distinct “arts” of encouragement, revealing the skillfulness behind uplifting oneself and others. To learn more about Jordan and his book, check out https://www.montgomerycompanies.com/art-of-encouragement/
In this episode, Adam and Clay discuss some research on what makes an employee happy (spoiler alert: it's not money). -- This episode is brought to you be The Working Genius. To become a certified Working Genius Expert, visit workinggenius.me/howtolead
Sometimes, you need your boss to step up and fight for one of your ideas. When that doesn't happen, it can be very frustrating. On this episode, Clay and Adam explore a few reasons why your boss might not be advocating for you. -- This episode is sponsored by The Unstuck Group. Every quarter, Tony Morgan analyzes all the data collected by The Unstuck Group to report on trends in churches in the United States. For this quarter's report, they focused on questions related to staffing, structure and team. They only included responses from church leaders that submitted data between April 8 and May 6, 2024 to provide a very current snapshot of ministries of all shapes and sizes. That includes responses from 402 churches, ranging in size from under 100 to more than 8,000 in physical attendance for worship gatherings. Download Q2 2024 edition of The Unstuck Church Report for all Tony's insights in the areas of Staffing & Ministry Trends, Staffing Data by Ministry Type, Staffing by Generation, Leveraging Contractors, and more at theunstuckgroup.com/data
Clay has been exploring a few ways ChatGPT can help leaders. __________________________________________________ This episode is sponsored by Working Genius. Become a Working Genius Expert: workinggenius.me/HowToLead
The amazingly great Tim Elmore joins Clay and Adam on this episode. Check out his latest book here.
Brad Pugh leads the Atlanta office of Russell Reynolds Associates and is a senior member of the Corporate Officers Sector and HR Officers Practice.
This episode is brought to you by THE UNSTUCK GROUP. Download their free ebook: theunstuckgroup.com/clay _____________________ Are you looking for easy ways to build camaraderie on your team this summer? Then, this episode is for you!! You don't need to plan a two-day offsite or have a family picnic. All it takes is a few small things, done consistently, to make a big difference. As referenced in this episode, here are links to the games you can plan on MS Teams and to the best TED talks.
There are few things in life more powerful than a great question. The right question can make people come alive, spark deep conversation, and lead to lasting connections. In this episode, Clay and Adam challenge you to take some time this summer to ask your team better questions. To help, they will share four we need to stop asking and four questions we need to start asking. Shout out to David Brooks' book, How to Know a Person for inspiring this episode.
Misemployment is when you do not feel like you are being used correctly. Unfortunately, this happens to a lot of people. There is so much about their job they like: Good wage. ✅ Good boss. ✅ Good team. ✅ However, despite all the good, something still feels off. In this episode, Clay and Adam give those feeling misemployed a few ideas to consider. ________ If you want to take The Working Genius Assessment or become a Working Genius coach, check out https://www.workinggenius.com/howtolead
We all need mentors. And by all, we mean ALL. Why? VUCA That's why. Our world is filled with Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity.
This episode is brought to you by THE WORKING GENIUS. To learn more about becoming a Working Genus expert, visit workinggenius.me/howtolead
Sometimes, the bosses need a little instruction, too. Tony Morgan will do just that in this episode. Tony is the Founder and Lead Strategist of The Unstuck Group (https://theunstuckgroup.com/). Started in 2009, The Unstuck Group has served 500 organizations throughout the United States and several countries worldwide. To download their free ebook "Restructuring Your Staff for Growth," head over to: https://theunstuckgroup.com/clay
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