The Daniel Floyd Leadership Podcast

In our kickoff of season three, I got to sit down with John Maxwell's protégé: the legendary Mark Cole. Mark serves as CEO of all five John Maxwell Companies and has more than 25 years of leadership experience. Mark's experience is diverse, international, and touches both profit and non-profit sectors of business. He's led companies through financial challenges, growth barriers, and divided team dynamics.  I hope this episode inspires you to embrace the cost of your calling, nurture your leadership capacity, and thank God for the nature He's gifted you with. Episode Resources: Book Mark Cole Danielfloyd.org

In episode 23, our season two finale, we took a vulnerability deep dive with our friend Irene Rollins. An author, speaker, and emotional intelligence coach with over 25 years of ministry experience, Irene's living proof of the message she's preaching. Irene's alcohol addiction almost robbed her of her calling, her marriage, and her life. Now seven years sober, she's an advocate for the normalization of what made her an overcomer: transparency, confession, mental health awareness, and emotional intelligence. As a pastor and leader, Irene's taken a passionate stance against the shame that kept her in the dark, setting a new precedent for how to engage with ourselves, trusted confidantes, and those we lead. Episode Resources: Reframe Your Shame by Irene Rollins Irenerollins.com Twoequalsone.com Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode 22, part two of our interview with Brandon Lake, we dove headfirst into his journey with mental health: anxiety, depression, grounding, and healing. A five-time Grammy award winning artist, songwriter, and worship leader, Brandon was on a collision course with panic coming off the greatest ride of his life. He shares candidly about how he's learned to descend the adrenaline peaks of tour and reenter home – his sacred place of stability. Brandon desires to reach those that resonate, channeling his experiences through an album called “Help!” as well his dreams for the future. He plans to multiply what he's learned by giving it away. Episode Resources: Brandonlake.co Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode 21, we got to sit down with our friend, Brandon Lake: five-time Grammy award winning artist, songwriter, and worship leader. Incredibly gifted, Brandon's accomplishments lie in his passion to cherish people over product – a value he believes will make or break a person's success. With a high commitment to leaving people better than he found them, an open-handed approach to leadership, and faith that anything is possible, Brandon's future is brighter still. We hope this interview inspires you to steward your relationships as well as the dream in your heart with the careful attention they deserve. Episode Resources: Brandonlake.co Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode 20, we got to answer your questions with a Q&A covering a variety of topics such as self-development, balancing relational dynamics with your team, and leveraging experience through evaluation. A mega-fan of college football, we also got to hear Daniel's enthusiasm for Coach Deion Sanders and all he's currently absorbing from docuseries "Coach Prime:" leaders must hold the line. We hope this episode helps you dig deeper into what's driving you what's holding you back. Knowing is half the battle. Episode Resources: Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode nineteen, we got to sit down with our good friend Pastor Jimmy Rollins: nationally recognized speaker with thirty years of ministry experience, marriage coach, and author of Love Outside the Lines. With a passion to help couples navigate the pitfalls he and his wife overcame, Jimmy shares openly about missteps and mistakes. His powerful redemption story and compelling authenticity gives us hope that nobody is too far gone. Jimmy's new book, Love Outside the Lines, carries a message that has shaped his life – one he hopes will transform the way we lead and love. Just as he believes nobody is beyond grace, there's no dividing line that can't be crossed. Episode Resources: Love Outside the Lines by Jimmy Rollins Iamjimmyrollins.com Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode eighteen, we got to sit down with our friend, Jill Donovan: founder and CEO of Rustic Cuff, author of the "Kindness Effect," and host of the "Practically Speaking" podcast. A master at practical application, Jill gives us big tools that when used, have the potential to change our lives. With bold faith and eternal optimism, her story of full circle moments will reignite our belief that God is in fact working all things together for good–we just have to look. We hope this episode helps you move past whatever's been holding you back and laugh along the way. Episode Resources: Rustic Cuff "The Kindness Effect" by Jill Donovan "Practically Speaking" with Jill Donovan Jilldonovan.com Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

As we enter 2023 inspired to make the most of it, we often overestimate what we can do in a year and underestimate what we can do today. Daniel Floyd shares a message he preached January 1 called Intentional Living, where he gives four practical changes to our daily lives that will amount to profound transformation over time. Episode Resources: Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode seventeen, we had the privilege of sitting down with our new friend, Lisa Harper: prolific writer, renowned communicator, and Bible teacher. The author of fourteen books and host of the popular podcast "Back Porch Theology," Lisa shares gospel truth with signature authenticity and wit. Lisa wants you to know that her success isn't the product of hard work or giftedness, but a narrative of grace that continues to be written. As she recounts the redemptive thread weaving her heartache into a story much larger than herself – we are inspired to believe God can do the same for us. Episode Resources: Lisaharper.org Back Porch Theology with Lisa Harper Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode sixteen, we got to sit down with Pastor Jeff Little of Milestone Church in Keller, TX; a church he planted and has faithfully served for 20 years. As a compelling communicator and author, Jeff is passionate about developing people into their God-given potential. His book The Way to Win isn't just a message, but a solution to a discipleship problem–written from years of empirical research put into practice. With the end in mind, Jeff is committed to building the people in front of him and teaching others to do the same. We hope this conversation encourages you to win, yes–but at the right game. Episode Resources: The Way to Win by Jeff Little Milestone Church Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode fifteen, we got to sit down with Pastors Daniel and Tammie Floyd as they gave us challenging insights and a how-to approach on having difficult conversations (and when to avoid them). With authenticity and wisdom, Tammie provides strategy that can keep us from damaging relationships that were made to endure. As someone who's previously retreated from confrontation, Tammie's learned to embrace the hard in exchange for the reward: deeper friendships that go the distance. We can, too. Episode Resources: Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode fourteen, we got to sit down with Clayton King, founder of Clayton King Ministries and teaching pastor at NewSpring Church in Anderson, South Carolina. Clayton founded CKM with his wife Sharie, which facilitates conferences, student camps, and missions all over the world. Clayton is an evangelist, prolific author, and missionary with over 35 years of experience preaching the gospel around the globe. With a deep desire to reach the next generation, living out his calling has been far from dull. We hope this conversation compels you to a greater level of commitment to those you lead and stirs an emboldened passion for what you do. Episode Resources: Clayton King Ministries Newsprings.cc Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode thirteen, our kickoff of season two, we got to sit down with Pastor Stephen Chandler of Union Church based out of Maryland–the product of a merger between Destiny Church and i5 City Church in 2021. Having assumed leadership over his father's church at 23, Stephen has a lot of insight about leading through transition with an open hand and generating buy-in along the way. A husband, father, and author of a brand-new book called Stop Waiting for Permission, Stephen is passionate about encouraging leaders to make bold moves toward their God-given destiny. We hope this episode inspires faith-filled risk-taking as you embrace the change that's meant to change you. Episode Resources: Stop Waiting for Permission by Stephen Chandler Stephenchandler.com Union Church The Builders Network Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode twelve, our final installment of season one, we got to sit down with Pastor Alex Seeley of The Belonging Co. in Nashville, TN. Alex is an author, a passionate communicator, and a seasoned leader. Having helped pioneer the Planetshakers worship movement in Australia and its subsequent church plant, Alex and her husband Henry have been faithfully serving the Church for decades. Now with a passion to replenish the spiritual climate of their city, Alex has seen God do more through The Belonging than she bargained for. We hope this conversation inspires you to take bold steps of faith, surrender to process, and live with conviction. Episode Resources: The Opposite Life by Alex Seeley Tailor Made by Alex Seeley The Belonging Co. Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode eleven, we got to sit down with Pastor Chad Veach of Zoe Church in Los Angeles, CA. Chad is an author, a compelling communicator with broad influence, and host of the Leadership Lean In podcast. As a proponent of self-awareness and emotional EQ, Chad digs into the importance of cracking your own leadership code and curating organizational culture–a reflection of who you are, not what you say. We hope this conversation with Chad refreshes your passion to courageously lead the most difficult person in your life (yourself) and inspires your faith in the power of prayer. Episode Resources: Worried About Everything Because I Pray About Nothing, by Chad Veach Help! I Work with People, by Chad Veach How to Win Friends and Influence People, by Dale Carnegie Doing Church as a Team, by Wayne Cordeiro Leadership Lean In, with Chad Veach Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode ten, we got to sit down with Phil Klein, executive coach with over 40 years of experience and founder of Focus412, an organization committed to helping churches grow by investing in leaders. With tenure in fortune 500 companies such as Time Warner and AT&T, as well as a lengthy season on Elevation Church's executive team, Phil's served in roles like COO, Executive Vice President, and Chief Technology Officer. Now serving churches around the country, Phil brings ministry and corporate expertise together to help churches establish organizational and development structures that scale–designed with the future in mind. Episode Resources: Focus412.org Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode nine, we get to hear from Pastors Daniel and Tammie Floyd as they share candidly about maintaining their marriage, investing in their kids, and leading side by side. Sharing oversight of their home and four children, Lifepoint Church campuses and family churches, and Lifepoint College, the Floyds allow us a glimpse into how they keep it all afloat: an effort that requires discipline, creativity, and most of all, intentionality. Episode Resources: Danielfloyd.org DLFP YouTube Channel

In episode eight, we get to hear from leadership expert, keynote speaker, and bestselling author, Jon Gordon, as he shares candidly from the overflow of his life's mission: to inspire and empower as many people as possible, one person at a time. Jon's principles have been utilized with Fortune 500 companies, professional sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits. He's been recognized as #11 in the world's top fifty keynote speakers and hosts the Positive University podcast. In this conversation, Jon puts to bed any misconceptions about “positive leadership” and illuminates the potential of “loving tough”: the foundation of resilience and the root of growth. Episode Resources: Positive University with Jon Gordon The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon Jon Gordon's Newsletter Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode seven, we sit down with Pastor Jabin Chavez, founder of City Light Church in Las Vegas, Nevada. As someone who's had multiple positions in ministry (from janitor to traveling evangelist to church planter), Jabin shares wisdom on leading through change, pressing forward with patience, and growing in humility. In this conversation, we hear about the marking experiences that have put Jabin's convictions on display–convictions that have produced a God-centered confidence. Episode Resources: Jabin Chavez Leadership Podcast City Light Church New York Times article by Adam Grant Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode six, we sit down with father-son duo Dana and Matt Simmons as they unpack principles that have led to their success both in the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (OSI) and in corporate leadership. As a retired Air Force Brigadier General and Chief of Staff at USAA, Dana's legacy has potency in his son, Matt. Currently head of cyber security operations with a large financial institution, Matt has also served with OSI as the Executive Director of Global Investigations. During this interview, we hear about the qualities that have defined Dana and Matt's leadership–qualities rooted in maintaining priorities and putting others first. Episode Resources: Nineteen Stars: A Study in Military Character and Leadership, by Edgar F. Puryear, Jr. Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode five, we talk with the one and only Bianca Olthoff (author, speaker, pastor, and content master) as she shares how resilience has developed and sustained her through relentless challenges. We hope you're as inspired as we are by Bianca's passion, tenacity, and unwillingness to yield to pressure. With a conviction rooted in her calling, Bianca reminds us that nothing can hold us back from what we believe we were created to do. Episode Resources: We're Going There with Bianca Olthoff Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast At Your Best by Carey Nieuwhof The War of Art by Steven Pressfield Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode four, Daniel reflects on what organizational psychologist Adam Grant calls “languishing,” the middle child of mental health that has hijacked our motivation. If languishing has crept into your leadership, it's time to reengage risk-taking in pursuit of vision. Daniel offers seven facts about courageous leadership that we can embrace to move out of stagnation and into success. Episode Resources: New York Times article by Adam Grant Danielfloyd.org DFLP YouTube Channel

In episode three, we talk with Pastor Chris Hodges (founder of Church of the Highlands, Highlands College, GrowLeader, and co-founder of ARC) as he shares the personal disciplines that have shaped his success. We hope you're as challenged as we are by Pastor Chris' unswerving convictions and willingness to embrace boredom for the sake of progress. With a singular focus and a return to simplicity, Pastor Chris shows us that winning means multiplying our lives through others. Episode Resources: Growleader.com Out of the Cave by Chris Hodges Today Matters by John Maxwell At Your Best by Carey Nieuwhof Full Focus Planner from Michael Hyatt DFLP YouTube Channel For episode show notes and a discussion guide, go to danielfloyd.org

In episode two, we talk with Brad Lomenick (strategic advisor, speaker, and author) as he unpacks the heart of his book H3 Leadership (a case for humility, hunger, and hustle). Through his own growing pains, Brad brings clarity to how we should think about our relationship to the fundamental components of leadership: calling, identity, and assignment. We hope you are energized by Brad's authenticity and insight, as we are reminded that increasing our leadership capacity doesn't cost us dollars and cents: only effort. Episode Resources: Bradlomenick.com H3 Leadership by Brad Lomenick H3 Leadership Podcast with Brad Lomenick Good to Great by Jim Collins DFLP YouTube Channel For episode show notes and a discussion guide, go to danielfloyd.org

In our very first episode, we hear Dr. John Maxwell (No. 1 New York Times bestselling author, leadership coach, entrepreneur, and speaker) unpack some insights into the enduring success of his own leadership journey, reflecting on the inevitability of fear, the necessity of failure, and the sustaining power of humility. We hope you enjoy this conversation (and John) as much as we did, as he reminds us that our greatest leadership challenge is and always will be ourselves–and as we commit to getting bigger on the inside, the outside takes care of itself. Episode Resources: Johnmaxwell.com Put Your Dream to the Test by John Maxwell The Road Less Traveled by Scott Peck The Leadership Challenge by James Kouzes and Barry Posner DFLP YouTube Channel For an episode discussion guide, go to danielfloyd.org.

Welcome to the Daniel Floyd Leadership Podcast! It's our hope that this resource adds value to you and to your development. Through authentic conversations with world-class leaders and hard-earned lessons you can recreate for your context, we provide content to inspire you to become more: more resilient, courageous, confident, humble– whatever you need more of, we hope you find it here. Because we need leaders like you to stay in the game– committed, healthy, thriving, and leading well. Subscribe on YouTube and wherever you stream your podcasts for immediate access to the latest episode. For free resources straight to your inbox, go to danielfloyd.org.