The Go-to podcast for female Christian leaders who want to lead God’s way and become the leaders God has called them to be! Are you a passionate female Christian Leader who is seeking to change the toxic workplace culture at your current workplace? Are you tired of constantly having to deal with gossip, conflict, a lack of communication, bad attitudes or workplace bullying? Do you battle with balancing faith-based leadership principles and the worldly perspectives of your colleagues and team members? Are you sick of the relentless fighting with your team, leaving you feeling like a failure? Are you desperate to implement change but don’t know what to do? In this podcast, you will find solutions to your workplace culture problems and the leadership challenges you face as a result of these problems. We will discuss practical faith-based leadership principles that you can start implementing as soon as today! We will discover God’s word and His way to navigate through these difficult times. So if you’re ready to tackle that toxic organisational culture, lead as a woman of faith and become the leader God called you to be, you are in the right place! Hey, I’m Rika Whelan, a Christian Workplace Culture coach, wife, mom and bible lover. During the last 19 years, I have been faced with many workplace culture issues. Gossip, conflict, a lack of communication and relationship, bullying, fighting and so much more. I couldn’t quite understand why and how people could be so mean-spirited towards each other and seemingly not even care. It was only when I stepped into a leadership role that I realised that it was due to a lack of sound leadership and boundaries that people were ’allowed’ to act the way they did. I didn’t quite know what to do at the time, and it felt at times as if I was not going to make it through my leadership journey, after all, giving up and quitting seemed like an easier route to take. I started to pray and God showed me the necessary steps I needed to take to change the culture at my workplace and to keep it that way moving forward. It was by His grace alone that I was able to move forward. He gave me the courage I needed because it wasn’t an easy path. I was equipped back then and now I am called to help Christian women like yourself who are desperate for a map, a navigation system to show them the way. The good news is that there is a way that you can successfully navigate workplace culture without selling your soul. There is a way that you can happily lead your team, set clear boundaries and finally enjoy coming to work. So, if you are ready to finally take the necessary action to turn your toxic work environment into a thriving, peaceful and joyful workplace where you and your team enjoy coming to work. If you are ready to learn practical steps to navigate all things leadership, workplace culture, faith and boundaries.. then this is the podcast for you! So grab your coffee or water, keep that notebook and pen handy, and let’s jumpstart your leadership… with God at the Centre of it all. Next steps: Head to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: 1. Join the Free Community 2. Sign up for our email and 3. Find free resources Email Us: support@rikawhelan.com
Rika Whelan | Christian Workplace Culture Coach | Organisational Culture Consultant
The Women of Faith in Leadership podcast is an incredibly valuable resource for Christian women in leadership roles. As a woman leader myself, I found this podcast to be relatable and filled with practical solutions to the challenges we often face. The host, Rika, does an excellent job of providing empowerment and guidance for women in any role, offering practical tips for becoming true leaders. This podcast covers a range of important topics, from time management and workplace culture to faith-based guidance and eradicating gossip in the workplace. Rika speaks plainly about these issues and provides easy-to-follow steps to address them. Additionally, she weaves together faith, leadership, business, and home, creating a well-rounded resource for Christian women looking to excel in their roles as leaders.
The best aspect of this podcast is its ability to provide practical tips and empowerment specifically tailored for Christian women in leadership positions. Rika's insights are both relatable and actionable, offering real solutions to challenges faced by women leaders. It's refreshing to have a podcast that focuses on the unique experiences of Christian women in leadership roles and provides strategies for success based on biblical principles. The episodes are engaging and offer valuable takeaways that can be implemented immediately.
There aren't many negative aspects to mention about this podcast. However, some listeners might find that they would like even more depth or specific examples provided during certain episodes. While the information given is valuable and insightful, it could sometimes benefit from further elaboration or specific case studies.
In conclusion, The Women of Faith in Leadership podcast is an essential resource for Christian women seeking guidance in their leadership roles. Rika provides practical tips, personalized advice, and biblical principles that empower women to thrive as leaders in their workplaces. This podcast addresses relevant topics such as workplace culture, time management, eradicating gossip, and more. Its unique focus on faith-driven leadership sets it apart from other podcasts in this genre. Overall, The Women of Faith in Leadership is a valuable and uplifting podcast that provides the tools and inspiration needed for Christian women to excel as leaders.
Want to Learn How to Lead Like Jesus? Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge! This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus. We'll cover: What's holding you back from leading like Jesus? How Jesus modelled confident leadership How you can start leading like Jesus. Date: June 25th (US Participants); 26 June (Australian Participants) Even if you can't make it, register so that you can receive the recording! I can't wait to share what I've learnt with you! Go to https://events.womenoffaithinleadership.com to register! ........................................................................... Today, we're talking about something I know so many of you face: difficult people at work. Maybe it's the passive-aggressive coworker. The manager who micromanages. Or the colleague who constantly undermines your authority. We all have them… and let's be honest, sometimes we are them, too. But here's the thing... conflict isn't always the enemy. It can be an opportunity for growth, refinement, and even deeper connection… if we learn how to approach it God's way. So in this episode, I'm giving you 5 Bible-based tips for handling conflict at work—without losing your peace, your witness, or your confidence. Want to Learn How to Lead Like Jesus? Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge! This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus. We'll cover: What's holding you back from leading like Jesus? How Jesus modelled confident leadership How you can start leading like Jesus. Date: June 25th (US Participants); 26 June (Australian Participants) Even if you can't make it, register so that you can receive the recording! I can't wait to share what I've learnt with you! Go to https://events.womenoffaithinleadership.com to register! Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com/podcast Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
Want to Learn How to Lead Like Jesus? Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge! This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus. We'll cover: What's holding you back from leading like Jesus? How Jesus modelled confident leadership How you can start leading like Jesus. Date: June 25th (US Participants); 26 June (Australian Participants) Even if you can't make it, register so that you can receive the recording! I can't wait to share what I've learnt with you! Go to https://events.womenoffaithinleadership.com to register! ........................................................................... In today's episode, I share 3 of the biggest challenges female Christian leaders face. Integrity Let's talk about integrity. Definition of Integrity - Cambridge Dictionary “The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles that you refuse to change." What does the bible say about integrity? Proverbs 2:7 NLT: “He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity.” Proverbs 11:20 NLT: “The Lord detests people with crooked hearts, but he delights in those with integrity.” Proverbs 10:9 NLT: “People with integrity walk safely, but those who follow crooked paths will be exposed.” I heard once, Integrity is doing the right thing all the time, whether someone is looking or not. Listen in as I share 3 integrity challenges, what they look like, why we do them and how we can overcome them. Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge: https://events.womenoffaithinleadership.com 2. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 3. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 4. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
Join The Confidence Kickstart Challenge Step into the leader God created you to be — with boldness and biblical confidence. On June 25th (26th for the Australian listeners), I'm holding a free, one-hour live workshop where you'll uncover what's really fueling your self-doubt, learn how limiting beliefs are holding back your leadership, and discover how to renew your mind with God's truth. This isn't just motivation — it's a practical and faith-filled path to leading with clarity, courage, and confidence. Come ready to be encouraged, challenged, and equipped to rise in your calling. REGISTER HERE: https://events.womenoffaithinleadership.com ............................ In today's episode, we are discussing speaking up or rather the lack thereof, whether it is towards a colleague, a supervisor, in a meeting etc. I discuss the following topics in the episode: The cost of avoiding speaking up Confrontation doesn't equal agression How Jesus Handled Conflict Why we fear speaking up How to confront someone with confidence and compassion using my 3-step grace filled confrontation framework Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge on June 25th: https://events.womenoffaithinleadership.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
This is an episode you do not want to miss! I had the absolute privilege of being joined on the show by Tiffany Morice. Tiffany is a dynamic leadership and motivational speaker, combat veteran, and transformational force with over two decades of experience across corporate America, government agencies, and as a leadership coach for the U.S. Military. Drawing from her three overseas tours, Tiffany blends military precision with executive strategy, currently serving in executive roles at the IRS—all achieved before the age of 40. Her signature keynote, The Empowerment Equation: Mastering the Leadership Mindset, equips leaders with the tools to excel in every arena of life. Tiffany shares her journey from joining the military at 18 to her current role in executive leadership. She emphasized the importance of mindset and serving others in leadership, drawing from her experiences in the military and public service. Connect with Tiffany Instagram: @tiffany_morice_speaker TikTok: @Tiffany Morice - Speaker Website: https://www.tiffanymorice.com/ Email: tiffany@tiffanymorice.com Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
In this session, I coach Hadassah, a leader in the education space who struggles with imposter syndrome and self-doubt! This is only a short excerpt from the full confidence coaching session. I hope you enjoy it and find value in it as well. Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
In today's episode, we're looking at the life of Peter, the disciple who literally stepped out of the boat in faith... and what his story teaches us about leadership, fear, and trusting God even when we feel unready. Peter wasn't the most polished or perfect leader. He doubted. He failed. He struggled with fear. And yet, Jesus still called him — not because Peter was flawless, but because he was willing to say yes. If you've been hesitating to step into the leadership role God is calling you to, this episode will encourage you: you don't have to be perfect — you just have to step out of the boat. Reflection: Where are you hesitating in your leadership calling? What fears or failures are holding you back? What would it look like to surrender your reluctance and trust God to empower you? Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
What does it take to go from tearing down the church to building it up? In this episode, we explore Saul's dramatic encounter with Jesus in Acts 9 and how it completely redefined his identity, purpose, and leadership. If you've ever felt unqualified, disqualified, or too flawed to lead, Paul's story is for you. Reflection What part of your past are you allowing to disqualify you? Where might God be calling you to lead, but fear is holding you back? How would your leadership shift if you fully believed that grace has made you new? Take a moment today to sit with that. Journal. Pray. And remember: If God could transform Saul into Paul, He can surely use you. Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
How can you partner with the Holy Spirit to improve your leadership? Listen as I talk to Dr. Deanna Shrodes on her own journey, partnering with the Holy Spirit and her new book, which was released on 8 April 2025! We also discuss one of the most amazing miracles that Deanna experienced and how it could only have been God who made that miracle happen! I can't wait for you to listen! Connect with Deanna PF Women Stronger Leadership Podcast Facebook Buy Deanna's book: Uncommon Answers: Partnering with the Holy Spirit to Receive Extraordinarily More Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
Have you ever had a difficult conversation with an employee or a colleague just for it to go really really badly? And as you reflect on it, you think: "Oh, I should have said this or that! Or I shouldn't have said that!" In today's coaching session with my client Cat, we discussed her self-doubt, how she currently navigates difficult conversations and what strategies she could implement to improve this skill and navigate difficult conversations with more confidence! This is only a snippet of the whole coaching call but I pray that this blesses you! Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
This week, we look at young Jeremiah, a prophet called by God, who believed he was too young and unqualified to lead God's people. God came and said to Jeremiah: "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations." (Jeremiah 1:5) Jeremiah's response? "Ah, Sovereign Lord, I do not know how to speak; I am too young." (Jeremiah 1:6) Sound familiar? Maybe you've thought: I'm too inexperienced. I'm not a strong enough leader. What if I fail? But God's response to Jeremiah was powerful: "Do not say, ‘I am too young.' You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you." (Jeremiah 1:7-8) Jeremiah doubted himself, but God didn't. God didn't see his age as a limitation—He saw His own power working through Jeremiah. HOW DOES THIS APPLY TO YOU? How often do we disqualify ourselves before we even begin? Maybe you feel like you're too young, too old, too inexperienced, or just not enough to lead in the way God is calling you. But here's the truth: ✅ Your calling isn't based on your resume—it's based on God's plan. ✅ God doesn't choose leaders based on experience—He equips those He calls. ✅ If He's calling you, He will strengthen you! How can you take action today? 1️⃣ Identify the excuses you've been using – What's your “I'm too young” excuse? I'm not confident enough? I'm not skilled enough? Name it. 2️⃣ Replace doubt with God's truth – Meditate on Jeremiah 1:7-8. God is with you! 3️⃣ Take one bold step – What's one action you can take this week toward the leadership role God is calling you into? Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to: identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
We're continuing our series on the bible's most reluctant leaders. This week, we are looking at Jonah. Jonah ran away from God when God called him. He was reluctant and didn't want to do it. But Jonah had to learn the hard way. He had to go through stormy seas and be swallowed by a huge fish, for Him to realise that he can't run away from God's call. However, God was gracious, as always, and the fish spat Jonah out and he made his way to the town of Ninevah, where he had to tell the people to repent. Lessons from Jonah's story: Running from God's Call Brings Storms God's Grace Finds Us Even in Our Lowest Moments. Obedience is more important then our own comfort zones Let's reflect: Where are you resisting God's call? Is there something He's asking you to do that you've been avoiding? How is your disobedience affecting those around you? Like Jonah's storm, are your actions creating unnecessary struggles? Are you willing to say ‘yes' to God, even when it's uncomfortable? Take Action: Identify an area where you've been resisting God's leading. Pray and ask for courage to take a step forward. Surrender your fears and trust that God's plans are greater than your own. Take one obedient step this week—whether it's having a hard conversation, stepping into a leadership role, or simply saying ‘yes' to what God is asking. Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
In today's podcast episode, I chat with Tamara Jackson about slowing down and connecting with God throughout your day. We also discussed how leaders could slow down to avoid burnout and what to do in tough situations where they need to make a decision but don't know what to do or say or what decision to make and some strategies to help you go to God and seek His help. Connect with Tamara Jackson: Website Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to: identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
Did you know that Gideon really struggled with self-doubt? So much so, that he actually hid from God. He didn't believe he was worthy to do the job that God called him to do and he had ALL SORTS of excuses as to why God should not choose him. God's response to Gideon pushing back isn't about who Gideon is; it's about who God is. Maybe today, you're waiting for a sign. Maybe you need confirmation that God has really called you to lead, to speak, to step up in faith. Let Gideon's story remind you—God is patient with our doubts. So, what can we learn from Gideon? 1. God sees more in you than you see in yourself. You might feel weak, but God calls you mighty. You might feel unqualified, but God equips those He calls. 2. God is patient with your doubts. It's okay if you don't feel ready. God can handle your questions, your fears, and even your hesitation. 3. Victory doesn't depend on your strength—it depends on God's power. Gideon didn't win because he had the biggest army—he won because he trusted God. Your leadership isn't about having all the answers—it's about trusting the One who does. Let's reflect: Where in your leadership are you feeling small, weak, or unqualified What is God calling you to step into, even if it scares you? I want to challenge you this week—pray about your fears, your doubts, and your insecurities. And then, take a step forward. Even if it's small, even if you're unsure—trust that God is with you, just as He was with Gideon. Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders It's time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence! Learn how to identify the root of your doubts (Luke 24:38); renew your mind with biblical truth (Romans 12:2) and develop faith-filled strategies to lead boldly while trusting God (Matthew 21:21). You'll finally be able to lead with confidence, fully trusting that God had called you and equipped you for this role. Book your confidence coaching session Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
We're kicking off our Lessons from the Bible's Most Reluctant Leaders series with Moses—a man who had every excuse in the book, but whom God still used mightily. "Moses' leadership journey starts in Exodus 3-4, when God calls him through the burning bush. But instead of jumping at the opportunity, Moses immediately starts making excuses." Excuse #1: "Who am I?" (Exodus 3:11) Moses: "Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?" Excuse #2: "What if they don't believe me?" (Exodus 4:1) Moses feared rejection. Excuse #3: "I'm not a good speaker." (Exodus 4:10) Moses: "I am slow of speech and tongue." Excuse #4: "Please send someone else!" (Exodus 4:13) Moses ran out of excuses and simply begged God to send someone else. Listen as I discuss God's response to Moses and the lessons we can learn from Moses. Here's how you can take action today: Identify your excuses – What's holding you back? Write it down and surrender it to God. Pray for boldness – Ask God to give you confidence, just like He did for Moses. Take one step forward – Whether it's speaking up in a meeting, leading a small group, or starting a new project—just start. Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
100 episodes! What an amazing journey it's been! Top 5 listened to episodes: 051 | Is it Time to Break Free from Corporate Life with Anita Anello 073 | 10 Signs that Your Workplace Culture is Toxic - Watch Out for These Red Flags 002 | What is workplace culture and why you should care about it - Organisational culture, Christian Leadership, Faith, Work Family 024 | Dealing with difficult people at work 081 | Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace as a Female Leader Top 5 countries that listen to the show: USA Australia UK South Africa New Zealand Thank you! Thank you to each and every listeners for tuning in every week and for listening to the show Thank you to God for giving me this opportunity to host the show and allowing me to be an instrument and vessel to share His word and Holy Spirit downloads. Coaching Winners Please check your email to see if you are a winner! ...................................................... Here's to the next 100 episodes! Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
A Gift for You: Win a 1:1 Coaching Session! To celebrate the 100th episode of the Women of Faith in Leadership podcast, I am gifting 5 female Christian Leaders a confidence coaching session. In this 60-minute coaching call, we will: Uncover the root cause of your self-doubt Discuss tactical strategies that you can implement daily and on the spot when you are experiencing a moment of self-doubt You will also receive an action plan that you can start implementing immediately after the call. Are you ready to stop doubting yourself and step into leading with bold confidence? Then fill out your application now! APPLY NOW to win 1 of 5 confidence coaching sessions!
WIN 1 OF 5 CONFIDENCE COACHING SESSIONS! Navigate to HERE to enter! You are in for a treat as I speak with Amy Daughters about the lost art of Handwritten notes and what an important role they can play in your leadership. About Amy: Amy Weinland Daughters, Award-Winning Author and Keynote Speaker, believes in a world where what makes us different is the very thing that connects us, instead of separates us. She brings that world to life by helping people reconnect to each other through the power of hand-written letters. She brings her wit, humor, and having written 580 handwritten letters to every single one of her Facebook friends, to show you how you can find deep connections in some of the most unexpected places. We covered the following questions in our 'coffee chat': How Amy got started with letter writing How does handwritten notes apply to leaders How can leaders practically apply this because leaders are busy and don't have a lot of time on their hands. For those leaders who don't know where to start or who are brand new to handwritten notes, what advice do you have? Connect with Amy Navigate to Amy's website where you'll find information about Amy, her book and more about letter writing! Website: https://www.amydaughters.com/ WIN 1 OF 5 CONFIDENCE COACHING SESSIONS! Navigate to HERE to enter! Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Win 1 of 5 Confidence Coaching Sessions to celebrate the podcast's 100th episode! If you are ready to overcome self-doubt and master the art of leading with confidence, then submit your application ASAP to win 1 of these 5 sessions! >APPLY HERE< Hurry, applications close 23 February 2025! Winners will be announced on 24 February 2025 when the 100th episode airs!! What Is Imposter Syndrome? It's the feeling that you don't belong, that you're not really qualified, and that at any moment, others will realize you're a fraud—even though you do have the skills and experience. How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome as a Leader 1. Stop Trusting Your Feelings—Start Trusting God's Truth Feelings of self-doubt don't mean you aren't capable. 2 Corinthians 12:9 – "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Action Step: Write down 3 biblical truths about who you are in Christ and declare them over yourself daily. 2. Reframe Your Thinking: You're Not an Imposter—You're a Steward You're not “faking it”—you're faithfully stewarding the leadership role God has given you. Colossians 3:23 – “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters. Action Step: Shift your focus from proving yourself to serving well. 3. Take Bold Action Before You Feel Ready Confidence comes from doing—not waiting until you feel 100% capable. Joshua 1:9 – “Be strong and courageous… for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Action Step: Identify one leadership action you've been avoiding due to self-doubt and commit to doing it this week. Final Thought: "If you're waiting to feel confident before stepping into your leadership role, you'll be waiting forever. Confidence comes from trusting that God has called you, equipped you, and is walking with you. Lead boldly—not because you're perfect, but because He is. Win 1 of 5 Confidence Coaching Sessions to celebrate the podcast's 100th episode! If you are ready to overcome self-doubt and master the art of leading with confidence, then submit your application ASAP to win 1 of these 5 sessions!>APPLY HERE< Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
Have you ever found yourself questioning if you're the right person for the job? Wondering if you're really equipped to lead? You're not alone! Self-doubt is one of the biggest struggles for leaders—especially women of faith. But here's the good news: God hasn't called you to lead without equipping you. Today, we're talking about why leaders struggle with self-doubt and, more importantly, how to overcome it! Why do leaders struggle so much with self-doubt? 1. Comparison Trap It's easy to look at other leaders and think, ‘She's more experienced, more confident, more capable than me.' But comparison is the enemy of confidence. God didn't call you to be her—He called you to be you. Biblical example: Think about Moses. He doubted his ability to lead and even tried to push the responsibility onto Aaron (Exodus 4:10-13). But God assured him, “I will be with you.” 2. Fear of Failure What if I mess up? What if I let people down? What if I'm not enough? Fear of failure paralyzes so many leaders. But failure isn't final—God redeems every mistake. Biblical example: Peter denied Jesus three times, yet Jesus still chose him to lead the early church. 3. Imposter Syndrome—Feeling Unqualified Many leaders feel like they don't belong in the role they're in. Maybe you've thought, ‘Who am I to lead others?' But remember, God doesn't call the qualified—He qualifies the called. Biblical example: Esther was an orphan girl turned queen, and she likely felt unqualified to stand before the king. Yet she boldly stepped into her purpose. How to Overcome Self-Doubt
Join other Female Christian Leaders! I'd like to invite you to come and join a community of female Christian leaders who are all seeking to glorify God in their leadership roles. Women like you are also dealing with difficult people who might be in their very first leadership role, seeking others to connect with. Come over, and let's discuss things like team dynamics, Christian leadership, and so many more topics. Once a fortnight, I'll be going live in the FB group and provide a short training that I won't be featuring on the podcast, so you don't want to miss out! Simply navigate to womenoffaithinleadership.com Let's define confidence confidence ≠ being loud or extroverted. It's trust in one's abilities and God-given purpose. A perfect example of this is ESTHER. Leading with Boldness Bold leadership comes from aligning with God's will, not from trying to be someone you're not. Stop trying to please others, only aim to please GOD. Practical strategies: Listening more than speaking. Leaning into strengths instead of comparing weaknesses. Seeking wisdom and courage through prayer and scripture. Overcoming Self-Doubt Explore root causes of self-doubt (comparison, fear of failure, perfectionism). Strategies to combat self-doubt: Daily affirmations grounded in scripture (e.g., "I can do all things through Christ"). Remembering past wins as evidence of God's faithfulness. Surrounding yourself with supportive and honest accountability partners. Remember making mistakes is okay! Confidence grows with practice and trust in God. Your Challenge: take one bold step this week (e.g., speak up in a meeting, pray aloud in a group). Joshua 1:9 "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
You are in for a leadership treat! With no previous leadership experience or formal training, God called Lisa. God often calls the unqualified and inexperienced, so listen in! Lisa Steven began working with teen moms in 1997 through Teen MOPS and in 2003, she co-founded Hope House Colorado and has served as the founder and executive director ever since. Lisa is also a co-founder of the Colorado Teen Parent Collaborative. A former teen mom, Lisa is committed to empowering teen moms in her community and across the world. Listen as we discuss Lisa's journey and the leadership lessons she learnt as a teen mom, through mentorship and on the job training! Connect with Lisa Hope House Colorado: https://hopehousecolorado.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-steven-54b48a10/ Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
Everyone has doubted themselves at some point in time. The most infamous doubter of all time (in the bible) was Thomas - You can read this section in John 20:24-29. Peter climbed out of the boat and walked on the water until reality set in, and he started to doubt. You can read this in Matthew 14:29-31. We want to believe so badly that we can be good leaders, and that we can do the right thing, which includes dealing with difficult people, speaking up in certain circumstances, and handling those battles we often just avoid because we'd rather just confrontations altogether. But as soon as a situation arises, we doubt ourselves, our abilities, our knowledge, our experience and we believe we're just not good enough, or I can't do this! Sometimes we forget just how unqualified ALL the disciples were. But Jesus chose them anyway, because HE knew, he knew their potential, he knew that he wanted imperfect people to lead. He is NOT looking for you to be perfect! Not by any means! All he wants is for you to trust him, have confidence that HE put you in that position, have confidence every day that He loves you and all that He wants is just for you to be an instrument. So, when self-doubt kicks in, why not memorise a verse that will give you courage, that will remind you that God is with you right now and that YOU CAN DO HARD THINGS because He is with you! Matthew 19:26 reads: "Jesus looked at them intently and said, “Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But with God everything is possible.” Here are 5 bible verses that will help and encourage you to overcome your self-doubt with the knowledge that God knew that you were going to doubt one day, he already knew and therefore he already made provision, and He already overcame it for YOU! 1. Joshua 1:9 "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." 2. Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." 3. Isaiah 41:10 "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." 4. Isaiah 41:13 "For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, do not fear; I will help you." 5. Romans 8:28 "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." BONUS: Philippians 4:6 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." I pray that this encourages you today! Know that HE is Lord and that HE's got you! Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
As leaders, it's not only imperative that you create a vision for yourself as a leader, but also to work with your team to create a vision for the year. In doing so, you have one holistic goal you are working towards and can reflect on this at the end of the year. In this episode, I'll be sharing the steps you can take to create your leadership vision for 2025, and I'll be sharing my vision for the podcast for 2025. If you didn't listen to last week's episode, episode 92, I'd highly recommend that you do. In this episode, we did a reflection of the year. We reflected on your individual growth, your team's performance and your leadership effectiveness. We'll use this today in creating your vision. Listen to the episode now! Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
If you haven't completed an end-of-year review yet, this is the perfect time! In this episode, I provide you with reflection questions to assist you with your end-of-year review. Individual Growth: Personal & Professional Development: What new skills did you acquire? What books did you read? Did you attend any conferences or workshops? What did you learn from these and what will you be implementing? Well-being: How did you prioritize your physical and mental health? Did you take enough time for rest and rejuvenation? Values Alignment: Did your actions align with your personal and professional values? Were there any instances where you could have better embodied your values? Team Performance: Accomplishments: What significant milestones did your team achieve? Did you exceed any key performance indicators (KPIs)? Challenges: What were the biggest obstacles your team faced? How did you and your team overcome them? Team Dynamics: How did your team function as a unit? Were there any communication breakdowns or conflicts that needed to be addressed? Leadership Effectiveness: Decision-Making: How effective were your decision-making processes? Did you involve the right people and gather sufficient data? Communication: How effectively did you communicate with your team, stakeholders, and other key individuals? Delegation: How effectively did you delegate tasks and empower your team members? Mentorship & Coaching: Did you provide adequate support and guidance to your team members? Did you identify and nurture their talents? Tools and Techniques: Journaling: Journal your reflections, thoughts, and feelings throughout the year-end review process. Mind Mapping: Use mind mapping to visually represent your thoughts and ideas, identify connections, and brainstorm new possibilities. 360-Degree Feedback: Consider seeking feedback from your peers, superiors, and direct reports to gain a more comprehensive understanding of your leadership effectiveness Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Celebrating 10,000 downloads! Thank you to all the loyal listeners of the show; this month, we are celebrating 10,000 downloads. In this episode, we discuss the leadership lessons we can learn from Mary and Joseph. May you have a wonderful Christmas time with your family this week and may God's grace and love be with you and your family during this time. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND GOD BLESS YOU Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
My guest today is Kadin McEwan, a student, writer, and activist on a mission to help raise awareness about autism in society and part of that includes education. Kadin has an Autism diagnosis and has experienced the negative effects that gossip can have on neurodivergent people. In this episode we talk about Kadin's activism in this space and his experience with gossip. We also discuss how the onboarding/screening process for employees can improve to ensure that all people are treated with respect, whether they are neurotypical or neurodiverse. And finally, Kadin gives advice to leaders on how they can treat people with disabilities in the workplace. Enjoy this episode! Have 15 minutes to spare to chat with me regarding the vision of the show for 2025? Email me: support@rikawhelan.com or DM me: on Facebook or LinkedIn Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
At the end of December, I'll be taking some much-needed time to pray over the podcast for 2025, and I need your input! If you have 15 minutes available to have a quick chat with me (I have prepared some super easy questions, so no need to prepare), I would really appreciate that! Simply email me at support@rikawhelan.com or you can DM me on Facebook Messenger or on LinkedIn. Thank you!!
Why Review SOPs, Policies, and Procedures? Ensure relevance and effectiveness Identify outdated or unnecessary processes Enhance efficiency and productivity Reduce errors and inconsistencies Improve compliance and risk management The Review Process Form a Review Team: Identify key stakeholders Consider diverse perspectives Assign specific roles and responsibilities Assess Current Documentation: Review existing SOPs, policies, and procedures Identify gaps, inconsistencies, and redundancies Evaluate clarity and understandability Conduct a Gap Analysis: Compare current practices to industry best practices Identify areas for improvement Assess compliance with relevant regulations and standards Update and Revise: Simplify language and eliminate jargon Add visuals or flowcharts for clarity Update references and links Ensure consistency with organizational goals and values Train and Communicate: Develop training materials and conduct training sessions Communicate changes effectively to all stakeholders Provide ongoing support and answer questions Tips for Effective Reviews Involve the Right People: Seek input from employees at all levels. Set Clear Objectives: Define the goals of the review process. Prioritize Reviews: Focus on high-impact areas first. Use Technology: Employ tools to streamline the review process. Continuous Improvement: Make regular reviews a part of your organizational culture. Common Pitfalls to Avoid Rushing the Process: Take the time to do it right. Overcomplicating Procedures: Keep it simple and straightforward. Neglecting Employee Input: Listen to the people who do the work. Failing to Follow Up: Ensure changes are implemented and maintained. Contribute to the podcast's planning for 2025 Want to contribute to my planning for the podcast for 2025? Email me at support@rikawhelan.com and let me know! I have 4 simple questions to ask you that will contribute to my planning. I would really appreciate it! Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Hi all There will be no regular episode this week as I focus on completing my Master of Business Administration. I am in the last stretch of finalising my research paper to hand in on 5 December 2024! Please pray that God will provide me with the energy I need to complete it, as well as wisdom and knowledge to do so. Thank you! Why don't you come and join the Facebook community and join other women of faith in leadership.
As leaders, we can feel drained by our workload and the fires we have to fight daily. But have you ever considered how your actions might affect your team? Let's discuss 5 mistakes that leaders make that push their team to burnout 1. Overloading Workloads 2. Neglecting Work-Life Balance 3. Poor Communication 4. Micromanagement 5. Ignoring Employee Well-being Tune in to the episode as I share my own experience with these 5 mistakes and the solutions you can implement to avoid them. Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Is your organisation experiencing high staff turnover with no explanation? Or maybe you suspect you know why there is high staff turnover, but you'd like to be sure. Well, in this episode, I'm going to give you 5 things to review asap and give you some retention strategies to implement. Conducting Effective Exit Interviews: The Importance of Exit Interviews: Why exit interviews are crucial for understanding turnover How to create a safe and confidential space for employees Key Questions to Ask: What are the reasons for leaving? What did they like most about their job? What did they dislike most about their job? What could have been done to prevent them from leaving? Understanding the Causes of high staff turnover: Company Culture: Is the company culture positive, supportive, and inclusive? Are employees feeling valued and appreciated? Are there opportunities for growth and development? Leadership: Are leaders effective and supportive? Do leaders communicate clearly and often? Do leaders provide constructive feedback and recognition? Compensation and Benefits: Are salaries and benefits competitive? Are there opportunities for bonuses, promotions, and raises? Work-Life Balance: Are employees able to maintain a healthy work-life balance? Are there flexible work arrangements available? Job Satisfaction: Are employees satisfied with their roles and responsibilities? Are there opportunities for challenging and meaningful work? Implementing Retention Strategies: Employee Recognition and Rewards: Public recognition programs Private thank-you notes Performance-based bonuses Professional Development Opportunities: Training and development programs Tuition reimbursement Mentorship programs Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote work options Flexible hours Compressed workweeks Employee Engagement Initiatives: Team-building activities Social events Employee surveys Regular Check-ins and Feedback: One-on-one meetings Performance reviews Open-door policy Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
“I never thought that the teachers would gossip more than the teenage students” Meet Mike McQuillan: Mike McQuillan moved from New York, USA to Lima, Peru to teach English as a foreign language. Mike describes the last institute where he taught as a golden palace built on top of a toxic swamp. The systems worked, and the people were great, but the undercurrent of academic elitism and water cooler gossip undermined the teaching experience. He resigned in protest and now works full-time as a freelance public speaking coach. We discuss: When Mike noticed that gossip is such an issue in the education sector Why is the educator sector the worst in terms of gossip? Do you think there are enough expectations to guide teacher's behaviour? What can schools do about it? Has Mike ever worked in an environment that has been gossip-free? What should leaders do if they have people constantly coming to gossip about their teammates to the leader? The difference between ratting someone out and reporting misconduct. The biggest source of gossip these days And much more. Connect with Mike https://fit-presenter.com/about/ Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
So, you've got a new employee, and you want to onboard them asap so that they can jump in and start working. But wait! Have you ever considered the importance of the onboarding program? In this episode, we'll discuss the mistakes leaders make when it comes to onboarding, the risks of not onboarding an employee well and the benefits of a good onboarding program. Mistakes leaders make when it comes to onboarding Not taking onboarding seriously Underestimating the value of the onboarding No written SOP's Risks of not onboarding well Increased training cost Time efficiency problems Reputational damage Employees with low morale Benefits of having a good onboarding program Set them up for success Understanding the ins/outs of company Get what's in your brain, onto paper Run your department the way you want to No unexpected twists Stress that mistakes are allowable Employee retention and job satisfaction Increased productivity Good first impression I'm curious, what does your onboarding program look like? Come and join the conversation over on the Facebook Group. Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
It's one of the most exhilarating feelings to get your first leadership role. But at the same time, it's absolutely petrifying! What scared me was, what if they don't like me? What if I don't get on well with them? What if they reject me? Over the years, I've learnt a couple of valuable things about being a new leader that I'd like to share with you today. Make sure you listen to the full episode to learn more about each item on the list: Start with self-reflection Connect with your team before you do anything Don't make changes straight away Filling in the hypothetical “shoes” of the other leader Support the team to do their job Vision - Bring and drive the vision Lead yourself well Get a mentor Own your mistakes Confidentiality Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Have you ever been in a meeting and thought, “This should have been in an email!” Or, you've attended a meeting and had to participate in an icebreaker that completely embarrassed you? You're not alone! In today's episode, I'll share with you some of the tips and tricks I've learnt over the years to run effective meetings, and I'd like to invite you to try them, you don't necessarily have to implement them, but try them, get feedback from your team and see how you go. You'll need to listen to the full episode to hear what I discuss about the following: Everyone sits in a shape format Don't always share the agenda (the opposite of what everyone says you should do) Ice breakers, yay or nay?! Presentations/slide shows/handouts Involve the team. Minutes of the meeting Do you have any expert team meeting tips you'd like to share? Come join us in the Facebook community ‘Women of Faith in leadership' or go to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com AND Can you take 30 seconds and leave me a review on Apple Podcasts? Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Welcome to another conversation about gossip! In today's episode, I have Dr Marie Gasper-Hulvat a History of Art professor, who has overcome workplace bullying and has experienced workplace gossiping. She shares with us how this has impacted her at work and how she used it for the good! Connect with Marie: Email: marie@soulstarattunement.com Website: http://www.soulstarattunement.com/ Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
According to Mental Health America: “Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the ability to manage both your own emotions and understand the emotions of people around you. There are five key elements to EI: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. People with high EI can identify how they are feeling, what those feelings mean, and how those emotions impact their behaviour and, in turn, other people.” As leaders, we get super involved in everything that happens with our team, projects, and work. And in a sense, if we don't set the correct boundaries, we can get emotionally involved. That's just human nature. However, the biggest challenges for our emotions are when someone pushes our buttons, does the wrong thing, or has an emotional outburst of their own. The dilemma with leadership that I personally found is that you're expected to be perfect—the perfect role model. So, let's go through a couple of strategies: The first couple of strategies have to do with your daily emotions and how you can use these to gain emotional intelligence: Self-awareness Social awareness Empathy Develop active listening skills What to do when you're in a heated/emotional moment at work. Take a deep breath Use "I" statements Focus on the issue Find common ground Seek mediation Finally, if things did get heated and you reacted emotionally, apologise and learn from the situation. Reflect afterwards on why you reacted like that and identify the trigger. Now, devise a plan for how you will deal with that next time Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
In part 2 of the high-performance team series, I discuss with you how you can maintain your high-performance team. It is crucial that you build that team first; therefore, listen to episode 1 of this series (episode 79). Here are 5 ways that you can maintain your high-performance team. Listen to the episode to learn more about each one. Team Dynamics Team Building Activities Performance Management Diversity and Inclusion Continuous Learning and Development Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
High-Performance Teams were quite the buzzword at some point in time. But what does it "actually" mean, and how can you ensure that your team is a high-performance team? In this 2-part series, I'll be sharing with you how you can build a high-performance team and then, in part 2, how you can maintain that high-performance team. Building a high-performance Team Listen to the episode as I run you through these 5 ways that you can build a high-performance team: Set clear goals and objectives Effective Communication Strong Leadership Shared Values and Culture Trust and Respect Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Grab a coffee and join me in this insightful conversation with Jim Salvucci regarding leadership, workplace culture and workplace gossip! Guest Bio: Dr. Jim Salvucci is an author, keynote speaker, coach, and consultant. He served higher education for 30 years as an English professor, dean, and vice president before founding Guidance for Greatness to guide young bosses to become the next generation of great leaders. He is a certified Tiny Habits coach as well as a certified Thrive Global coach and life coach and holds leadership certificates from Harvard University and the Council of Independent Colleges. Central to Jim's leadership philosophy is that all great leaders are decent humans as well as great teachers, guiding their people and their organizations through values toward success. Discussion points: How did you get into leadership consulting? Is there anyone who played a pivotal role in your leadership journey? What's your experience with workplace gossip? What systems did your work have that allowed the gossip to fester? Discussing bosses that support or listen to gossip. What advice would you give to a leader who feels that gossip is out of control, who wants to be a good leader, and who doesn't want to get roped in by gossip? Dismissals and protections for employees/Tenure Having difficult/tough conversations - what advice would you give to someone who is scared of having them? Connect with Dr Jim Salvucci Website: https://www.guidanceforgreatness.com Newsletter/podcast: https://jimsalvucci.substack.com Free Resource: https://www.thegreatleadershiptoolkit.com Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Showing appreciation to your team is an essential part of being a leader. Everyone on this planet wants to feel valued and as if their life has meaning. It starts with you as their line manager and boss. You can also show appreciation to your colleagues using the 5 suggestions listed in the episode. Get a notebook and pen handy, because this episode is jam packed with ideas and strategies to show appreciation to your team at work. Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Let's Connect 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Happy 1st birthday to the show! What do you give a show for its first birthday? A review, of course! Please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast! Then share your review on the Facebook group and stand a chance to win a coaching session with me. Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Today's episode is a follow-up from episode 73, where I discussed the 10 red flags indicating you have a toxic workplace culture. Listen, as I unpack the following roadmap for you to implement to fix a toxic workplace culture: Recognition Discussion Expectations Communication Accountability Role Modelling Promote a positive workplace culture Regular check-ins Listener question I also take a moment to answer a listener question: "How we do one on one meetings with team members that is holding on the past?" Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
In this episode, we discuss how the use of alcohol, even just low-level use, can affect your behaviour at work and can be the cause of gossip in the workplace. Bio: Sarah Rusbatch Sarah is the author of the best-selling book “Beyond Booze, how to create a life you love Alcohol Free', a multi-award-winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, a menopause coach and a Key-Note speaker sharing her journey to Sobriety and impact of alcohol on mental health to global audiences. Sarah works tirelessly to support women all over the world to create and live their best lives as they age. In this episode we discuss: Sarah's expertise in grey-area drinking Sarah's journey with grey-area drinking Is it very common to go out drinking with your colleagues in Australia? Drinking on mine sites/FIFO (Fly In Fly Out) workers What advice would you give to someone who struggles with grey-area drinking? Where can they get started? Sobriety as a superpower A study about alcohol use in women (Alcohol Use Disorder) Normalising alcohol use in society Peer pressure and alcohol use What strategies/excuses do you give to people not to drink at a work function/business meeting? Does social drinking fall into the category of grey-area drinking? Connect with Sarah Beyond Booze Book sarahrusbatch.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Do you suspect that you might have a toxic workplace culture? Here are 10 red flags alerting you to your toxic workplace culture. Listen as I unpack each of these. Then in an upcoming episode, I will share strategies on how you can improve this and turn those red flags into green flags. Lack of Respect Poor Communication Unrealistic Workload Lack of Work-Life Balance Favouritism and Cliques Gaslighting Lack of Recognition and Appreciation Negative and Pessimistic Atmosphere Unhealthy Competition Lack of Ethical Behaviour Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Assessment Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Listen in as I share strategies for having successful 1:1 conversations/meetings with your team and why they are important. Do you have to have tough conversations? Yes, you absolutely do. As a leader, this is non-negotiable. Why should you have them? Accountability, Connection, Support, Performance management Annual Performance Reviews When should you have them? As soon as possible after an incident or something happened. Once every 3-6 months, annual reviews once a year. Otherwise, after onboarding: 3, 6 weeks 3, 6 months For Performance Management related information, listen to episode 36! How to prepare Remember, when we're in a stressful situation, we either fight, flight or freeze. So, preparation is key! What if things go pear-shaped? Stop the meeting. Say I can see you are getting frustrated, I can see that we won't agree today, before someone gets upset, let's reconvene in 24 hours. Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
Listener question: Help! My Boss Wants Me to Agree with his/her Lies in Front of Others, what should I do? What would you do if you were constantly placed in a difficult situation by your boos/line manager where you are expected to agree with their lies in front of others? Would you agree with it, so that you can save your job, save face or avoid bullying or even worse, being fired? Or would you stand up against it and say something? What would you do? In this episode, I'm going to look at: 1. lying from a biblical perspective and how God feels about lying and yourself agreeing with people who lie. 2. practical tips and strategies that you can implement to NOT agree with the lies. Bible verses mentioned in the episode: Proverbs 12:17 - An honest witness tells the truth, a false witness tells lies. Exodus 20:16 - You must not testify falsely against your neighbour. Psalm 24:4-5 - Only those whose hands and hearts are pure, who do not worship idols and never tell lies. They will receive the Lord's blessing and have a right relationship with God, their saviour. Proverbs 2:7 - He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity. This section here is titled: “The benefits of wisdom”. Now, remember, Solomon was the wisest man that ever lived. God told him that he could ask for anything, and he asked for wisdom, and that's what God gave him. Proverbs 6:16-19 - There are six things the LORD hates— no, seven things he detests: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that kill the innocent, a heart that plots evil, feet that race to do wrong, a false witness who pours out lies, a person who sows discord in a family. Proverbs 12:22-24 - The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in those who tell the truth. The wise don't make a show of their knowledge, but fools broadcast their foolishness. Work hard and become a leader; be lazy and become a slave. Proverbs 10:9 - People with integrity walk safely, but those who follow crooked paths will slip and fall Psalm 25:19-21 - See how many enemies I have and how viciously they hate me! Protect me! Rescue my life from them! Do not let me be disgraced, for in you I take refuge. May integrity and honesty protect me, for I put my hope in you! Other verses in the bible about lying and bearing false witness Lying Proverbs 26:28 - A lying tongue hates its victims, and flattering words cause ruin. Proverbs 17:22 - The crooked heart will not prosper; the lying tongue tumbles into trouble. Proverbs 21:6 - Wealth created by a lying tongue is a vanishing mist and a deadly trap. Proverbs 25:18 - Telling lies about others is as harmful as hitting them with an ax, wounding them with a sword, or shooting them with a sharp arrow. Exodus 23:1 - You must not pass along false rumours. You must not cooperate with evil people by lying on the witness stand. Matthew 15:19 - For from the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, all sexual immorality, theft, lying, and slander. Bearing false witness Proverbs 14:5 - An honest witness does not lie; a false witness breathes lies. Proverbs 14:25 - A truthful witness saves lives, but a false witness is a traitor. Proverbs 19:5 - A false witness will not go unpunished, nor will a liar escape. Proverbs 21:28 - A false witness will be cut off, but a credible witness will be allowed to speak. Your Next Steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
In this first instalment of our new series, Conversations About Gossip, I speak with Brandon Gano. We cover many topics and questions, which are listed below. Brandon's bio: Brandon is a visionary entrepreneur who turned frustration into a successful business, which he built, franchised, and later sold for a significant profit. Now, with his business partner and friend Sean Delaney, he's pioneering an unprecedented approach to educate and empower small business owners to achieve business growth like never before. Topics/Questions discussed in this podcast episode: In what ways have you seen can gossip be detrimental to an organisation, a business or to a team In what ways have you seen can gossip be detrimental to an organisation, a business or to a team What processes are or are not in place to cause gossip What was the reason why you didn't take gossip sooner? The process of tackling gossip The frustration that gossip causes leaders Battling the perceptions of gossip The importance of leadership Connect With Brandon Podcast: Harmonious at Lunch On Apple On Spotify Website Free Assessment to get Clarity into your business and Confidence in what you need to do next to grow. CLICK HERE to access the website Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leadership when it comes to healthy work environments.
*Celebrating becoming a Top 3% ranked podcast globally!* Thank you for your support! In today's podcast update, I share some upcoming episodes as well as about a new series called 'Conversations about Gossip'. This series will tackle real-world examples of how gossip can hurt people, confuse people and cause big BIG problems in businesses, organisations and working environments. In the next couple of weeks, I will also be answering a listener question regarding what to do where your boss expects you to lie for them or do the wrong thing. I'll also be sharing my testimony of the work that the Lord is doing in my life to focus more on this podcast and to serve YOU ALL as women of faith in leadership! I can't wait! Next steps 1. Book a free 15-minute initial consultation with me: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/initialconsultation 2. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 3. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching call, email me at support@rikawhelan.com 4. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan I look forward to chatting with you in the next episode. Make sure you don't miss it!
In today's episode, I share a free diagnostic tool that you can use to improve your organisation and your leadership skills. The organisational gap analysis focuses on identifying gaps regarding psychological safety in the workplace and workplace relationships. As leaders, it's our responsibility to reflect, identify the gaps and make the necessary changes. This might include an action plan with steps to follow, strategies to implement or training to attend. But it all starts with that gap analysis! If you are someone who shies away from reflection or analysing what is missing, then this gap analysis is perfect for you! The questions have been meticulously thought-out to stimulate your thinking and get you moving so that you don't have to shy away from reflection, but rather take action. CLICK HERE to access the free organisational gap analysis. Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
Last week, we discussed the first 3; go and listen to episode 66. Systems Expectations Staff performance Let's jump into the next 3: 4. Workplace Culture This truly is a huge topic, but I'm going to break some green and red flags down for you here. 7 Green flags People care about each other People feel safe People know where they stand, their role, their expectations, there is no uncertainty Low to zero stress levels - there will be some form of stress for deadlines, projects ect. But it shouldn't be about the everyday, it should be healthy Your voice matters, you're able to have a say without fear of retaliation, discrimination You can be yourself (within professional boundaries of course ;-) ) Organisation is driven by values and everybody actually sticks to these values 7 Red flags High staff turnover People feel constant frustration with one another and with management People feel as if management are to blame for everything and don't take personal responsibility There is absolutely no accountability towards anyone Performance isn't measured or rewarded People are doing the absolutely bare minimum and others constantly feel that they are carrying the weight of that person No clear expectations, policies and procedures (SOP's) or communication The Free organisational gap analysis will analyse it for you and give you some tips 5. Accountability What does accountability look like in your workplace? Is there any? Are people held accountable for their actions, behaviour, tardiness, lack of respect, gossiping etc. The best places to work are those that keep people accountable. I had the wonderful opportunity to speak to so many HR managers and so many of them agree, the best places are the ones who keep people accountable. These are people who have worked across multiple different sectors, big, medium and small businesses who know. No accountability = a huge gap and opportunity for organisational failure 6. Staff Training & Development This does not only include professional development. That's important, for sure, but think about all the other missed opportunities. It starts with onboarding, what does that look like, are you seizing the opportunity to set that person up for success during onboarding? Then what happens after, are they just left to the wolves? Or to fend for themselves when it comes to learning and training. Or what does this look like in your organisation? Personal goals Annual goals Annual training Training days Professional development and training days Take the organisational gap analysis, diagnostic tool and work through the questions, because the questions are meant to make you think, and already give you clues as to where you can make some improvements. It will end with a recommendation and a Free PDF download. In the download, you'll find a special link to a free 30-minutes strategy session with me to discuss your results and your way forward. Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. If you need any support, you can get in contact with me for a 1:1 coaching session. Just email me at support@rikawhelan.com 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
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