StrongTeams.com Podcast

Are you ready to revolutionize your approach to finance and faith? Join me, Rodney Cox, on the StrongTeams.com podcast as I sit down with Harry Pearson, the visionary founder and CEO of OneAscent. This episode is a game-changer for anyone seeking to align their values with their investments and create lasting kingdom impact.Harry's journey from a blue-collar background in Baton Rouge to becoming a trailblazer in faith-based financial advising is nothing short of inspiring. With over 27 years of experience, Harry shares profound insights on integrating biblical principles into financial decision-making, both personally and professionally.In this captivating conversation, we delve into:The pivotal moments that led Harry to found OneAscent and revolutionize faith-aligned investingPractical tools for couples to achieve financial harmony and shared purposeThe untapped potential of $15 trillion in faith-based investments to transform our worldStrategies for leaders to bridge the gap between Sunday worship and Monday workWhether you're a seasoned investor, a curious believer, or a leader seeking to make a greater impact, this episode offers invaluable wisdom for stewarding your resources in a way that honors God and advances His kingdom.Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and equipped to take your financial stewardship to the next level. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the most innovative minds in faith-based investing. Tune in now and discover how you can align your finances with your faith for maximum kingdom impact!Read the Executive Summery HereHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Are you struggling to build a truly unified, high-performing team? Chances are, one hidden culprit is sabotaging your efforts: pace!That's the central insight from a powerful article by Duane Donner, founder of Heritage Forum and my good friend. Duane examines how the relentless hustle of modern life undermines our ability to lead with empathy, patience, and wisdom.He writes: "Hurry and love are like oil and water - they simply don't mix." When we're stuck in a frantic state, we cannot be the grounded, emotionally intelligent leaders our teams need. Our worst moments stem from that hurried mindset - running late, snapping at colleagues, prioritizing tasks over people.So how do we break hurry's grip and cultivate the stable "pace" that allows strong teams to flourish? READ THE FULL ARTICLEHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Leadership is one of the most rewarding callings in life - but also one of the most challenging. How can you build a team of people who feel valued, empowered and able to bring their best when you're struggling to stay afloat yourselfIf you've ever felt misaligned, depleted or ill-equipped for the demands of leadership, you're not alone. In fact, my recent conversation with Dr. Gregory Woodard on the strongTeams.com podcast convinced me that every leader faces these struggles at some point.But there is a way forward. As a retired military veteran, Navy chaplain, and leadership coach, Dr. Woodard has seen firsthand what separates purposeful leaders from those just going through the motions. And the key, he says, lies in deep self-awareness and proactive self-leadership.Want to know how to get off the path to burnout and onto the path of purposeful leadership? The latest article on our blog breaks down Dr. Woodard's hard-won wisdom into practical steps you can apply today. Inside you'll discover:The four rhythms every leader must establish to stay emotionally, physically and spiritually strongWhy your team and family might see warning signs that you're off track before you doThe most important trait of a purposeful leader (it's not what you think)Five action steps to help you lead yourself - so you can lead others wellIf you're ready to align your leadership with your deepest values and make the impact you were meant to make, this podcast is for you. Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Do you struggle with feelings of shame, guilt or a distorted view of how God sees you? In this powerful interview, Don Ankenbrandt, author of the book "Your True Reflection," shares his transformative journey of uncovering his true identity in Christ.Over 30 years ago, during a day of solitude, Don had a revelation that he had been looking at his relationship with God through a distorted lens. He felt God was disappointed in him because of his repeated struggles with sin. But God spoke to Don's heart, revealing that he had a completely inaccurate perception of how his Heavenly Father saw him.  This experience set Don on a profound journey to study Scripture and discover the truth about who he is in Christ. What he found was life-changing - over 144 terms in the New Testament describing the believer's true identity, such as chosen, holy, blameless, adopted, redeemed, restored and renewed.In this interview, Don unpacks how truly understanding these terms and the spiritual blessings God has bestowed allows believers to break free from shame, overcome the lies of the enemy, and step into the abundant life Christ promises.You'll learn:The specific terms in Scripture that reshape our understanding of our identity in ChristHow to combat Satan's strategy of deception and distortion about God's lovePractical ways to let God's Word renew your mind about who you really areThe power of embracing your true reflection as one delighted in by your Heavenly FatherWhether you've struggled with shame, insecurity or feeling insignificant, this interview will open your eyes to the truth of how God sees you. Don's wisdom and passion for helping believers discover their identity in Christ is inspiring and transformative.Unlock the abundant life today by tuning in to this powerful conversation! You'll gain profound insights into God's unconditional love and learn how to see yourself through His eyes as His chosen, holy, blameless child.Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

One of the most critical moments for any church is navigating a senior pastoral transition. Getting it right can launch a new season of fruitful ministry. Getting it wrong can lead to devastating consequences like decline, conflict, and erosion of trust.So how can church leaders confidently hire the right long-term fit for their unique situation and church culture? In this episode, Rodney Cox talks to Nancy Moore, a true expert in the field of pastoral succession planning. Nancy has helped guide hundreds of churches through these delicate leadership changes over her decades of experience. Nancy shares a wealth of wisdom, including:Why churches must shift from operating on gut feelings to gathering hard data about their realityThe vital importance of first understanding a church's distinct culture, values and expectations  How assessments reveal a pastoral candidate's true working style beyond just their resumeThe evidence-based approach that's produced an 83% success rate in Nancy's succession placementsWhether your church is currently in transition or hoping to get ahead of future successions, you'll get practical insights and a clear path forward.Nancy's methods have earned phenomenal results and rave reviews from churches. As one leader said, "Her firm's guidance was invaluable in helping us navigate one of the most critical junctures we've faced."Listen now and get equipped to make a wise, long-lasting pastoral hire that propels your church toward its God-given vision.Read the Executive SummaryHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Are you a leader struggling with chaos in your organization? In this insightful podcast episode, we interview Gary Harpst, New York Times bestselling author and former CEO, about overcoming organizational chaos through timeless biblical leadership principles.Gary unpacks the three types of chaos leaders face - external chaos from circumstances, social chaos from team dynamics, and internal chaos from personal struggles. He shares how the Bible depicts God creating order out of chaos, giving us a model for bringing order ourselves.You'll learn Gary's fascinating perspective that all believers are called to biblical leadership to steward their spheres of influence. He emphasizes the necessity of building relational capital by embracing team diversity and differences by design.Gary also outlines his powerful "three-layer pyramid" distinguishing between what we can humanly provide (meeting needs, caring for others) versus what only Jesus can ultimately do (give new identity and purpose). Throughout the conversation, Gary compellingly argues for integrating faith principles into the workplace domain to fully unleash the power of the gospel in people's lives.You can read my article compilation of Gary's insights here: Read the ArticleWhether you lead a business, ministry, family or just yourself, this episode will equip you with a biblical framework for overcoming chaos and creating order that brings glory to God.Subscribe for more interviews on integrating biblical truth and leadership!Keywords: Biblical Leadership, Overcoming Chaos, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Principles, Faith and Work Integration, Leading Teams, Christian Workplace, Creating OrderHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

In our digital age, the way people consume content has radically shifted. Yet many churches still deliver monologue-style sermons designed for a reality that no longer exists.I recently interviewed David Murrow, an online preaching coach, who argues: "Preaching stopped working 20 years ago." As audiences migrated to social media and bite-sized videos, the traditional sermon format has struggled to capture attention.Murrow's fascinating proposed solution? A "hybrid preaching" model that blends shareable video segments into live services, mirroring how Jesus communicated profound truths through 38-second parables and object lessons.While acknowledging concerns about online content undermining in-person community, Murrow provides thought-provoking perspectives on adapting the timeless gospel through new mediums and formats, just as the church has done throughout history.Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or Christian wondering how to most effectively share your faith today, you won't want to miss Murrow's insights.Read Executive Summary: https://bit.ly/3VruFcUHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

If you've ever struggled to connect your faith to your work or felt like your job was just a necessary evil, this episode is for you! Join me as I explore the powerful biblical truth that ALL work is sacred and eternally significant to God.I recently interviewed Jordan Raynor about his paradigm-shifting book "The Sacredness of Secular Work" and it completely transformed my perspective on faith and career. In this episode, I unpack some of the key ideas and share how our everyday work - no matter how mundane it may seem - is a vital way we worship God, love our neighbors, and participate in his redemptive mission.You'll discover:Why an "abridged gospel" that only focuses on personal salvation is hindering our witness in the workplaceHow pursuing excellence and integrity in our jobs is one of our greatest opportunities for evangelismWhat it looks like to steward our talents and cultivate the world in a way that reflects the image of our CreatorPractical ways to connect your faith to your work and find renewed purpose in your vocationWhether you're an entrepreneur, artist, corporate executive, or stay-at-home parent, this episode will bring you immense encouragement and inspiration to step into your calling with joy!Read my blog post here: https://bit.ly/3PegWCx#FaithAndWork #TheologyOfVocation #WorkAsWorship #ChristianPodcast #IntegratingFaithAndWorkHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

What enables some teams to achieve incredible results under intense pressure, while others flounder? Retired Navy SEAL leader Kyle Bucket and business leader Chris Mefford have seen extraordinary teams accomplish the near impossible across military, government, nonprofit, and corporate worlds.  In this episode, Chris and Kyle decode the key practices that set elite teams apart. Drawing from experience leading special operations and guiding thriving corporate cultures, they explain the flaws in most organizations' assumptions about leadership, motivation, and culture – and why traditional management tactics often backfire.Instead, Chris and Kyle advocate for “self-led teams” built on peer leadership, radical transparency about weaknesses, and candid feedback. They outline six practical steps any leader or manager can start taking to unlock greater alignment, innovation, ownership and fulfillment from groups. You'll learn:• Why investing in recognition, community and purpose pays exponentially higher dividends than incentivizing individual performance• How humility and “emotional capital” from senior leaders create psychological safety for teams to take ownership• Why elite military units and thriving business teams often defer to junior members rather than the highest-ranking officers  Gain unconventional yet evidence-based insights from Chris and Kyle on how to strengthen team cohesion, agility, and fulfillment in your organization. The results can be record-breaking.Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

What separates a church that's just getting by from one that's thriving and making an impact in people's lives? Strong leadership – and specifically, a strong senior leadership team. My guest on the StrongTeams.com podcast this week is Tony Morgan, founder of the Unstuck Group, an expert on team development and alignment. Tony consults with churches to help get them “unstuck” and move forward into their God-given potential and purpose. He's worked with over 650 churches of all sizes. In this conversation, Tony and I discuss:Why singular leadership falls short and senior teams are essential, especially as a church growsCommon questions churches ask that lead them astray in building their team  The right criteria and questions to use in selecting senior team membersHow a high-functioning senior team should operate and empower those “downstream”Navigating transitions when a current team member may not be the right fit  Executive Summary: Download or Read HereThe UnStuck Group: https://theunstuckgroup.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney Cox spoke with Dr. David “Fletch” Fletcher, founder of XPastor.org, about the vital yet often overlooked topic of strengthening integrity in church leadership. David, or Fletch as he is called by his friends, served as a pastor for 35 years in single and multisite churches ranging in size from 1,000-8,000 members. In 2003 he founded XPastor.org which has become a popular resource for leaders in today's complex church world.You can find David Fletcher at www.xpastor.org.Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Our guest today is best-selling author and podcaster, Chris Bolinger. In addition to his duties as the co-host of the Throwing Mountains podcast, Chris is the author of the popular devotional titled, Daily Strength for Men -- which has sold over 300,000 copies. Chris' latest devotional is, 52 Weeks of Strength for Men, which tackles topics like the one we will address today—avoiding pride.Find Chris' podcast at https://throwingmountains.com/Find Chris' books at https://52weeksofstrength.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Podcast hosts Rodney Cox and Steve NeSmith discuss some of their favorite clips from the past year. Tune in to find out which clips made the list and what the hosts learned from those guest interviews.Guest clips:1. Ben Mandrell, Pres/CEO of Lifeway2. Trudy Cathy White, Chick-fil-A3. Tom Harper, CEO of BiblicalLeadership.com4.  Christina and Jim Angelakos, Co-founders of VolunteerU.org5. Mark Miller, VP Chick-fil-AHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's podcast guest is Dr. Bob Whitesel.Bob is a sought after speaker, church health consultant and award-winning writer of 14 books on missional leadership, church change and church growth. Another area of expertise for Bob is in developing new leaders, which we will talk more about today.He has also earned two doctorates from Fuller Theological Seminary.Find Bob online at https://leadership.church/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Our guest today is Robby Angle. Robby is the President and CEO of Trueface, a ministry based in Dawsonville, GA.  He specializes in helping churches develop leaders through relational ministry.Prior to Trueface, Robby served for seven years as the Director of Adult Ministry Environments and Men's Groups for North Point Community Church in Atlanta, a church founded by Andy Stanley.Before North Point, he worked in professional counseling and aid work for Samaritan's Purse, overseeing international disaster response teams. Robby has a Masters in Community Counseling from Appalachian State University and a Certificate in Biblical Studies from DallasTheological Seminary.Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Chick-fil-A executive Mark Miller makes a second appearance on this podcast. We recorded this episode with Mark at the Chick-fil-A headquarters in Atlanta.Listeners may recall that Mark's career at Chick-fil-A began 45 years ago as an hourly team member in one of the local restaurants. At the time of our interview, Mark was serving as Vice President of High-Performance Leadership at Chick-fil-A.During our interview, we learn about his latest book – a graphic novel titled, Heart of the Hero. It was interesting to hear how a graphic novel is developed, but more importantly, we learned about Chick-fil-A's "Iceberg" leadership philosophy – something we had not talked about in our previous episode with Mark.Buy Heart of the Hero graphic novel  at https://leadeveryday.com/Find Mark at https://www.markmillerleadership.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's podcast guest is Chris Turner. Chris serves as Communications Director for the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board. In addition to decades of work in corporate media relations and two masters degrees, he has worked in 37 countries as a magazine correspondent. Chris is also a former sportswriter. We interviewed Chris because he has done extensive research on internal communications as it relates to leadership. As a result, Chris also teaches organizational and cultural communication on the university level.Books Chris referenced:Case Studies in Courageous Organizational Communication by Alexander LyonExtreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win by Jocko Willink and Leif BabinForeign to Familiar by Sarah LanierIntroducing Intercultural Communication: Global Cultures and Contexts by Shuang Liu, Zala Volcic and Cindy Gallois.Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest on this episode is Shawn Lemon, and in 2013 Shawn founded The Digital Organizer.  He shares with Rodney how organizing your assets can help ministry teams operate at a higher level.The Digital Organizer partners with businesses to create streamlined, effective, and easy-to-use digital organization systems. It's their mission to empower people with the tools they need to supercharge their productivity, so that they can get more of the right things done.Shawn has a unique ability to take complex technical concepts and make them understandable to anyone. Find Shawn at https://thedigitalorganizer.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's podcast guest is Dave Travis. Dave has advised large church pastors for over 30 years, facilitating focused conversations that drive change and action.Twenty-three of those years were spent with Leadership Network, where he retired as CEO in 2018.Since then, Dave has worked with dozens of churches and their leaders, helping guide them to solve sticky challenges through his role as Director of Strategic Counsel to Pastors and Church Boards at Generis. Dave has also published 11 books.Connect with Dave at https://generis.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest is Bob Hasson. Bob is an accomplished CEO, author, and podcaster.In addition to his entrepreneurial accomplishments, for decades Bob has been active as a consultant and board member for churches, ministries, nonprofits, and school boards.He has authored several books like, Business of Honor,  Wired to Hear and his most recent title, Shortcuts: The Proven Path to Purpose, Excellence and Calling.Finally, Bob co-hosts the Exploring the Marketplace Podcast, which ranks in the top 100 of all Christian podcasts weekly.You can buy his book, SHORTCUTS, at  https://bobhasson.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

This episode will be invaluable for for pastors and ministry leaders. Rodney Cox interviews two experts on how to build and develop strong volunteer teams.  Jim and Christina Angelakos are a father-daughter team passionate about leadership and team building. In 2017, they co-founded Volunteer U, an online education platform to help organizations take their volunteer teams from good to great. They are the authors of several books, the newest of which is titled, VOL U 101: INTRODUCTION TO VOLUNTEERING. They also hosts the LeadershipU Podcast.Find them online at https://volunteeru.org/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Our podcast guest is pastor, author and leadership coach, Ron Edmondson. For over 35 years, Ron has served in senior ministry leadership roles, AND for over 20 years, as a consultant & coach, he's helped thousands of leaders and organizations.  Ron served as CEO of the Leadership Network, and currently serves as lead pastor – for a second time – at the historic Immanuel Baptist Church in Lexington, KY. Finally, the Ron Edmondson Leadership Blog was ranked in the #6 Top Leadership Blogs for 2021.Find Ron online at https://ronedmondson.comHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Ken Harrison serves as the volunteer Chairman & CEO of Promise Keepers. He is also the CEO of WaterStone, which helps Christian donors give away $2 million weekly for God's Kingdom. A sought after speaker and author, his latest book is titled, A Daring Faith in a Cowardly World: Live a Life Without Waste, Regret, or Anything Unfinished, which the Christian Leadership Alliance recently named as its 'Book of the Year.'Find Ken online at https://kenrharrison.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest today is Tom Harper. Tom is the publisher of BiblicalLeadership.com and Chairman of Networld Media Group. He has written multiple books, including Through Colored Glasses: How Great Leaders Reveal Reality, Leading from the Lions' Den: Leadership Principles from Every Book of the Bible, and his most recent work entitled,  Servant Leader Strong: Uniting Biblical Wisdom and High-Performance Leadership.Find Tom online at BiblicalLeadership.comHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest today is author, speaker and podcaster, Miranda Carls.Miranda is also a certified people and organizational development coach/consultant. While Miranda serves a wide variety of clients and organizations, she especially enjoys writing and teaching on topics related to the integration of faith and work. Her first book, The Word at Work (2022) unpacks ten biblical principles for Christian professionals. Her writing has been featured through The Gospel Coalition, Biblical Leadership, and others. On her weekly podcast, she interviews Christian business leaders and thought leaders within the faith and work movement. Find Miranda online at https://www.mirandacarls.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest to is author and speaker, Trudy Cathy White.Trudy, is the youngest child and only daughter of Chick-fil-A founders Truett and Jeannette Cathy. At just nineteen years old, Trudy opened Birmingham, Alabama's second Chick-fil-A restaurant, making her one of the youngest Operators in Chick-fil-A's history.For 20 years, Trudy and her husband, John, served in missions through the International Mission Board. Upon completing their work with the IMB, Trudy served for thirteen years as the Director of WinShape Camps for Girls, and co-founded Lifeshape and Impact 360 Institute. Today, Trudy serves as a Chick-fil-A Ambassador and has become nationally known as an influential leader and speaker. She is the author of several books, including Along the Way, Climb Every Mountain, and A Quiet Strength, and the book we will chat about in this interview –- A Legacy that Lasts: Preserving and Transferring Your Family Values.Find Trudy online at:ALegacyThatLastsBook.comTrudyCathyWhite.comHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's podcast guest is John Gronski.Major General John Gronski, US Army Retired, is a proven combat leader and decorated Iraq war veteran. Over the last 40 years he's sharpened his skills in both the military and civilian sectors.Today, John is a CEO, an author, a speaker, a leadership trainer, and consultant for Fortune 500 companies. He's best known for his book, Iron-Sharpened Leadership: Transforming Hard Fought Lessons Into Action.Find John online at https://johngronski.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest on the podcast today is CEO, author and speaker, Dennis Allen.Dennis is the author of, The Disciple Dilemma: Rethinking and Reforming How The Church Does Discipleship. A six-time Chief Executive Officer specializing in “turnarounds” for Wall Street backed corporations, Dennis speaks at universities, churches and conferences, on the topics of leadership and discipleship. Dennis is also a combat-rated Air Force F-15 fighter pilot, and an alumnus of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics.Dennis makes the case that Christian leaders must restructure their organizations to conform to Christ's mission of discipleship.Find Dennis online at https://thediscipledilemma.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest is Dr. Walter West. Walter earned his Doctor of Ministry at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and has served as a pastor at Anastasia Baptist Church in St. Augustine, Florida for 25 years, the last 15 as their senior pastor.Find Walter online at https://www.anastasiachurch.org/Check out our chapter markers for show notes and highlights.Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest on this episode is Dan Reiland. Dan serves as the Executive Director of Leadership Expansion at 12Stone Church in Lawrenceville, Georgia where he served for 20 years as the Executive Pastor. Dan is also a leadership coach, consultant, author, teacher, husband, father, and grandfather.Rodney talks to Dan about 12Stone's leadership succession plan and how young leaders can be successful in today's ministry environment.Find Dan Reiland online at https://danreiland.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest on the podcast is author, speaker, counselor, and podcaster, Dr. Chip Dodd.For over 30 years, Chip has worked with leaders from all walks of life, from athletes and business professionals to pastors and parents.For the last 23 years, Chip has served as the Executive Director of the Center for Professional Excellence, which he founded in 1996.Chip is also the author of 8 books, including the bestseller titled, The Voice of the Heart: A Call to Full Living. Chip's books and his work is aimed at helping people learn who they were made to be, so they can do what they were made to do.Find Chip online at https://www.chipdodd.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's podcast guest is Ben Mandrell. Ben serves as the President and CEO of Lifeway Christian Resources — he was elected to that role in 2019.Prior to joining Lifeway, Ben pastored churches in Colorado and Tennessee. Outside of Ben's responsibilities at Lifeway, he preaches at churches all over the country and speaks regularly at leadership training events. He also co-hosts, along with his wife, Lynley, The Glass House podcast— which focuses on building healthy relationships for ministry leaders and their families.Learn more about Ben at benmandrell.comHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest on the podcast today is Boyd Bailey. Boyd is the founder of Wisdom Hunters, an international ministry headquartered in Roswell, GA. People worldwide have been impacted by the Wisdom Hunters' daily devotionals and books. His book, Learning to Lead Like Jesus, published in 2018, is a best-seller in the Christian leadership category.You can find Boyd Bailey online at https://www.wisdomhunters.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Our podcast guest is former special operations soldier, Matt Cumbee. For nine years, Matt served in the world's most elite military fighting unit, the Navy SEALs. At the end of 2022, Matt separated from SEAL life to enter the private sector and agreed to tell us about his experience on a SEAL team and the leadership lessons he learned. Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest is Mark Miller, a senior VP with Chick-fil-A. Mark's career at Chick-fil-A began more than 40 years ago as an hourly team member in one of the local restaurants. Shortly thereafter, he became the 16th corporate employee — working in the warehouse. Over the last 40 years, he has served in leadership roles across the business, from Corporate Communications to Restaurant Operations, Training & Development. Currently, Mark serves as Vice President of High-Performance Leadership.Mark has also authored over a dozen books, including his latest title, Culture Rules: The Leader's Guide to Creating the Ultimate Competitive Advantage.Mark can be found online at https://www.markmillerleadership.com/ and his newest book can be purchased at https://www.leadeveryday.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney's guest today is Brandon Smith, also known as The Workplace Therapist. For 20 years, Brandon has coached executives to be better leaders through his consulting practice based in Atlanta, GA. Brandon is the host of the Workplace Therapist Show and the author of, The Author vs Editor Dilemma -- The Leadership Secret to Unlocking Your Team, Your Time, and Your Impact.Learn more about Brandon at https://theworkplacetherapist.com/Show highlights can be found in our chapter markers.Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Our guest on this episode is Steve Robinson. Steve is an in-demand consultant, author, and speaker. He focuses on organizational culture design & leadership, brand strategy, marketing, and advertising principles.But Steve may be best known as the former Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Chick-fil-A, from 1981-2015. He is also the author of the book, Covert Cows and Chick-fil-A: How Faith, Cows, and Chicken Built an Iconic Brand.You can find Steve Robinson online at https://srobinsonconsulting.com/Visit our chapter markers for show highlights.Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Our podcast guest is Shaun Dean. Shaun serves as the Eastern US Director for Standing Stone -- an international ministry whose mission is to guide ministry leaders into healthy ministry.Learn more about Standing Stone at https://standingstoneministry.org/Show Notes: See our Chapter markers for highlights of our interview with Shaun.The StrongTeams.com Podcast is produced by Ministry Insights International. Learn more at https://www.ministryinsights.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Hosts Rodney Cox and Steve NeSmith review their favorite podcast moments and best guest quotes of 2022. They also preview the 2023 season of the StrongTeams.com Podcast.Be sure to check out the 'Chapters' tab for a direct link to each moment.Ministry Insights https://www.ministryinsights.com/Airdate: Dec 26, 2022Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney interviews Steve Smith, the Executive Pastor of First Baptist Church Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. During his 29 years in ministry, Steve has served in key leadership roles at some of the largest churches in America.First Baptist Broken Arrow - https://www.fbcba.org/Steve Smith Online - http://stevesmithonline.com/Show Notes:3:45 - Steve Smith summarizes the role of an Executive Pastor19:15 - Steve Smith discusses challenges facing ministry leaders today21:30 - Steve Smith offers advice for young leaders in the church26:05 - Steve Smith discusses what it takes to build and maintain a strong teamHost: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney Cox interviews Amy Anderson. Amy has served as the Director of Consulting at The Unstuck Group since 2016. During this time she has served hundreds of churches, helping them design ministry, staffing & multisite strategies that align and fuel their mission.The Unstuck Group https://theunstuckgroup.com/Show Notes8:10 - Amy talks about what makes a great ministry consultant.13:35 Amy reveals how lead pastors can avoid being the 'lid' on their church.14:20 Amy talks about trends The Unstuck Group is seeing in churches today.25:55 - Amy and Rodney talk about the critical success factors for a church ministry37:20 Amy recommends the following books for leaders: High Impact Teamshttps://www.amazon.com/High-Impact-Teams-Lance-Witt/dp/0801075688Patrick Lencioni bookshttps://www.amazon.com/stores/page/9B4A48ED-142D-4448-A809-8544FCEF2C86/Extreme Ownershiphttps://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Ownership-audiobook/dp/B015TM0RM4/ref=sr_1_1=====Cyber Monday Sale is happening NOW at Ministry Insights! Save up to 25%Show now https://www.ministryinsights.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney Cox and Steve NeSmith discuss the importance of generosity in leadership.SHOW NOTES:4:10 Hosts reference the article on MinistryInsights.com titled, Generous Leaders Are In.8:35 - Rodney recounts Dr. Del Tackett's definition of love.11:50 - Generosity must be altruistic17:15 - Ways you can express generosity in the work environment.Read the article, Generous Leaders Are In https://www.ministryinsights.com/generous-leaders-are-in/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Rodney Cox talks with Dan Rockwell, author of the Leadership Freak blog.Dan began blogging at LeadershipFreak.blog in January 2010. Today, Dan has 500+ thousand followers consuming his content daily. According to the Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness, the Leadership Freak blog is the most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet.Your host, Rodney Cox, and cohost Steve NeSmith talk with Dan about:6:30 - How vulnerability and humility benefit a leader as he/she rises up the ranks 11:00 - How comparison hinders your leadership potential14:35 - Skills that leaders need to master in today's environmentFollow Dan online:https://leadershipfreak.blog/https://twitter.com/Leadershipfreak#leadership #ministry #teambuilding Host: Rodney CoxCo-host: Steve NeSmithLIMITED-TIME OFFER!The Strong Teams Starter Pack is being introduced at a discounted price!Buy it here: https://www.ministryinsights.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Your host, Rodney Cox, and his cohost Steve NeSmith discuss:1. The role of empathy, understanding, and trust in building a strong team.  2. The release of the Strong Teams Starter Pack. 3. The annual Equipping Conference, held recently in Asheville, NC.LIMITED TIME OFFER!The Strong Teams Starter Pack is being introduced at a discounted price!Buy it here: https://www.ministryinsights.com/product/strong-teams-starter-pack/#leadership #ministry #teambuilding Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

We interview Jeff Brown, author of the book Read to Lead and host of the Read to Lead podcast.Show Notes:11:15 - How making notes helps with retention while reading.12:43 - Leading is about esteeming others above ourselves19:25 - Jeff Brown gives book recommendations26:13 - Jeff Brown talks about his Note-Making Master CourseThe Read to Lead Podcast is a four-time Best Business Podcast-nominated show with nearly 7MM downloads to date. Learn more about Jeff, his podcast, and sign up for his Note-Making Mastery Course at https://jeffbrown.me/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

In this episode, host Rodney Cox interviews Russ Olmon, the founding President of Ministry Advantage. Russ talks about how the Leading From Your Strengths® system transformed his personal and professional life.Russ founded Ministry Advantage in 1998 to equip pastors and churches worldwide to reach their full ministry potential. He has served over 1,000 churches in the U.S., Canada and Australia. From 1990 to 2003 Russ served as Founding/Senior Pastor of his church in the Dallas, Texas area. In 2004, Russ transitioned from his role as Senior Pastor to launch a multi-campus strategy as Pastor of Multisite Ministry at Lake Pointe Church in Rockwall, Texas. Today Russ serves as the Lead Campus Pastor to the largest satellite campus, Lake Pointe Town East.Show Notes:7:33 — "The leadership side of church, we don't get in seminary...you can read books on leadership, but you have to lead, to really learn to lead." ~ Russ Olmon9:20 — "Most people today that are getting people into ministry at any level, are getting people that do not know how to lead in the church, how church works, or how leadership works." ~ Russ Olman19:18: "That one moment [using Leading From Your Strengths principle] taught me how to relate to Stephen [son]..." ~ Russ Olmon Ministry Advantage https://ministryadvantage.org/Ministry Insights https://www.ministryinsights.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

If you've perused social media or news websites lately you've likely run across many new buzzwords used to describe the changing workplace environment. Lately, two labels are getting more discussion than all others combined—Quiet Quitting and Quiet Firing.  Although the media represents these concepts as new, the practices they describe have been a pattern in organizations for a long time.Join Rodney Cox and Steve NeSmith as they discuss this phenomenon in the workplace.Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.