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In this episode of The Entrepreneurial You, Heneka Watkis-Porter welcomes leadership expert and best-selling author Kevin Wayne Johnson to explore the power of servant leadership. With a career that bridges corporate strategy and faith-driven values, Kevin shares how leading with patience, empathy, and humility can transform organisations—and lives. From his deeply personal journey caring for his younger brother with a mental disability to answering a prophetic call to ministry, Kevin's leadership style is grounded in compassion and purpose. If you're ready to lead by lifting others, this episode will challenge, inspire, and empower you to step into a more meaningful version of leadership. Servant Leadership: Leading With the Heart Kevin introduces the core of servant leadership as a philosophy centred on serving first. He explains that leadership isn't about commanding attention or holding authority—it's about uplifting those around you, offering hope, and providing real support. His journey began at home, where caring for his younger brother shaped his outlook. It continued into the workplace, where he combined corporate leadership with faith-based principles, building trust, collaboration, and lasting impact. Heneka and Kevin both agree: the best leaders are those who put people before power. What You'll Learn in This Episode: • What servant leadership really means in modern business • How to balance authority with humility and empathy • Why faith plays a critical role in leadership decisions • How to build trust and connection through authentic conversations • The value of storytelling in humanising leadership • Why leading with energy and purpose drives real impact Whether you're leading a team, building a business, or shaping your community, Kevin's wisdom will guide you to lead with courage, character, and compassion. Tune in now—and don't forget to share this episode with a fellow leader who leads from the heart. COMMUNITY CONNECTION: Now it's time for our Community Connection segment! We'd love to hear from YOU—our amazing listeners—about how you're applying servant leadership principles in your own life or business. Share your thoughts or questions at heneka@henekawatkisporter.com or WhatsApp us at 876-849-2571. And don't forget about the upcoming LeadHerShip Cruise, a groundbreaking leadership and networking event aboard Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas! This four-day experience will bring together leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs for growth, empowerment, and transformative learning against the stunning backdrop of the Bahamas. Reach out to us at heneka@henekawatkisporter.com or WhatsApp us at 876-849-2571 to learn more! CONTACT KEVIN WAYNE JOHNSON: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwaynejohnson TRENDING NOW: Companies that prioritize servant leadership see a 41% increase in employee engagement and are 50% more likely to retain top talent. With Gen Z employees ranking purpose over paychecks as their top priority, adopting a servant leadership model isn't just good for morale—it's essential for long-term success. If you enjoyed this episode of The Entrepreneurial You, subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave a rating, and share it with your friends. Visit henekawatkisporter.com to download a free eBook on how to conduct podcast interviews like a pro! AFFIRM WITH ME: I lead with purpose and humility, empowering others to succeed alongside me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let me know your thoughts on the show and what topic you would like me to discuss next.Unlock the secrets to living a life filled with purpose and influence as we welcome Kevin Wayne Johnson, a devoted coach, and speaker, to our show. Learn how to break down the barriers that stunt growth and set intentional goals that lead to lasting success. Discover the delicate balance between influence and authority, and understand why integrity is the cornerstone of effective leadership in today's demanding world. Through Kevin's inspiring personal journey, we highlight the transformative power of resilience and mentorship, illustrating how adopting the principles of servant leadership can elevate both personal and professional interactions.Explore the life-shaping moments that contribute to our growth and how authentic communication serves as the foundation for genuine relationships. We dive into the challenges men face in meeting societal expectations and discuss the importance of blending personal and professional identities for consistent leadership. With Kevin's insights, we encourage openness and authenticity, inspiring listeners to foster meaningful connections in every area of their lives. Authentic conversations are more than just exchanges; they are the bridges that connect us and help us grow together.Integrity stands as the pillar in enhancing one's influence, and we draw inspiration from the legacy of Pastor Miles Monroe, whose life and teachings continue to impact leaders globally. Kevin shares his passion for nurturing future leaders by drawing from insightful works like Stephen Covey's "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" and Pastor Monroe's "God's Big Idea." This episode is a call to action for anyone eager to align themselves for greatness by embracing a principled, revolutionary approach to leadership. Join us on this enlightening journey and begin your path to becoming the leader you were destined to be.Key moments in this episode:03:49 Kevin's Hero's Journey 08:58 Common Barriers to Personal Growth16:14 Servant Leadership and Influence24:36 The Importance of Integrity and Faith in Leadership29:10 Kevin's Career and Personal Growth Insights37:43 Final Thoughts and Contact InformationHow to Reach Kevin:Website: http://www.thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevinwaynejohnsonpageInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/writingforthelordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8QdXWDOB889u5XKqazk6Hg X: https://www.twitter.com/writing4thelordLinkedIn: Support the showThanks for listening to the Revolutionary Man Podcast. If you want more information about our programs use the links below to check us out. It could be the step that changes your life.
Meet Kevin Wayne Johnson—founder and CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group LLC, whose life's mission centers on helping individuals achieve excellence at all levels and empowering organizations to better serve their communities. A passionate advocate for preparing today's workforce for leadership roles, Kevin's dedication is fueled by his personal story and a commitment to see others thrive. Through his award-winning book series, Leadership with a Servant's Heart, and a comprehensive suite of training programs—including leadership development courses, executive coaching, and mentoring—Kevin equips aspiring and seasoned leaders alike with the insights, skills, and confidence to grow themselves, their teams, and their organizations. From in-person and virtual sessions to self-paced, asynchronous learning, The Johnson Leadership Group's flexible offerings ensure leaders have access to world-class instruction no matter where they are. Whether delivering a keynote, hosting a group coaching session, or guiding a one-on-one client toward strategic growth, Kevin's servant-leadership perspective has proven transformative across government, corporate, faith-based, nonprofit, and academic environments. If you're ready to elevate your leadership journey, Kevin Wayne Johnson is the go-to resource for practical strategies, actionable insights, and lasting impact. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwaynejohnson/ https://thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com
In this relentless episode, Kevin Johnson, CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group LLC, shares his life's mission to help individuals achieve excellence at all levels and empower organizations to serve those in the communities they operate.You will discover:- Why being a leader is synonymous with being a servant- The two core aspects of leadership and how they must be aligned- How do the needs of your leaders change as they rise through the ranks from front-line supervisors to the senior leadership team? As Founder and Chief Executive of The Johnson Leadership Group LLC, Kevin Wayne Johnson provides organizations and those working within them with the tools to forge adequate personnel and interpersonal communication. He delivers training on dynamic relationships to equip teams with the attitudes and attributes needed to develop individuals into leaders. A native of Richmond, Virginia, he earned a B.S. in Business Administration and Management from Virginia Commonwealth University. Want to learn more about Kevin Johnson's work at The Johnson Leadership Group? Check out his website at https://thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com/ or get a copy of his book Leadership with a Servant's Heart: Leading in Your Workplace at https://amzn.to/3YaAMlF .Mentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you're a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you're doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz
In this episode we talk with Kevin Wayne Johnson about ways we can all improve as leaders, and help build the next generation of leaders in the process. During our time together we discuss:the difference between leadership and managementthe one major ingredient leaders are missing or neglectinghow to build stronger interpersonal relationships by focusing on better communicationHow to begin a difficult conversation when you need to hold someone accountableThe role of leaders in creating the next generation of leaders.If you are interested in learning more from Kevin visit The Johnson Leadership Group online, or email Kevin directly at kevin@thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com
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Ever wondered what the key to unlocking your full potential is? In this episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, Vicki Noethling interviews Kevin Wayne Johnson, who shares his wisdom on empowering individuals and organizations. Discover the vital differences between leadership and management and learn the elusive ingredient many leaders overlook. Tune in to gain valuable insights for personal and professional growth! #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #Coaching #TeamBuilding
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion are words that have become politically charged. Kevin Wayne Johnson is a student of leadership and a leadership coach. He believes that DEI is a core component of great leadership and that all organizations benefit from leaders who value diversity, understand equity, and practice inclusion. To me, what he says resonates with the core principles of lean leadership. He joined me at the Edges of Lean to share his experience and his insights with us. Kevin Wayne Johnson Kevin Wayne Johnson, Founder and CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group, is a powerhouse in leadership development and executive coaching. With over 25 years of diverse experience in administration, leadership, coaching, mentoring, and training, Johnson customizes learning experiences to enhance efficiency, growth, awareness, and effectiveness. He is an 8-time bestselling author. He is also a former Chief of Staff for the United States Department of Defense, Johnson boasts a distinguished 34-year career spanning government and private sectors. He has spearheaded workforce development, organizational change, acquisition/procurement, customer service, and more at the Department of Defense headquarters in Fort Meade, MD. Notably, Johnson's leadership was pivotal in national initiatives like the National Performance Review for Procurement and Customer Service Reform during the Clinton Administration. KEY TOPICS IN THIS PODCAST: 0:03:38 - Kevin Wayne Johnson introduces himself and his career path 0:07:16 - Kevin shares examples of leadership in different cultures and the impact on people 0:10:54 - Discussion on the importance of listening and valuing others' input as a leader 0:14:32 - Definition and discussion of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) 0:18:10 - The importance of diverse thoughts and opinions in decision-making 0:21:48 - The value of having a diverse team in meetings and decision-making 0:25:26 - Addressing the lack of diversity in a client's leadership team 0:29:04 - Approaching the conversation about diversity with a client 0:32:42 - The positive response when asking for different perspectives KEY TAKEAWAYS Diverse leadership cultivates innovation and better problem-solving by embracing varied perspectives and backgrounds. Fair treatment and equal opportunities are vital for creating an environment where all individuals can thrive, irrespective of their background. An inclusive environment, where everyone feels valued and heard, boosts morale and productivity by encouraging the best contributions from each person. Leadership with a servant's heart, characterized by respect, empathy, and compassion, sets a positive example for the team. Actively listening to team members fosters open communication and collaboration, signaling the value placed on their contributions. Embracing inclusive and participatory leadership approaches acknowledges the importance of diverse perspectives over traditional command and control methods. Addressing systemic barriers and biases within organizations is crucial for establishing equitable environments where everyone has an equal chance to succeed. Mentorship and coaching opportunities significantly enhance professional development for individuals starting their careers, aiding them in overcoming challenges effectively. Memorable Quotes From Kevin Wayne Johnson “Leadership with a servant's heart is about matching what we know with what's in our heart. It's about demonstrating respect, honor, value, empathy, and compassion as leaders.” CONNECT WITH Kevin Wayne Johnson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwaynejohnson Website: https://thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com/
Leaders are the ones who guide people to accomplish a certain task, whether in a family, business, or community setting. However, many leaders struggle to lead because they don't know how to communicate properly. Others lead through fear, unable to help workers do their high-level tasks. Good leadership, on the other hand, uses their heart as their guide to lead. Building relationships and earning mutual trust will create a positive atmosphere, and people will perform at a high level with joy in doing their tasks.Kevin Wayne Johnson is the founder and CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group, a certified leadership trainer and speaker, an eight-time best-selling author, and a former chief of staff for the Department of Defense. He is also the author of the book entitled “Leadership With A Servant's Heart: Leading Through Personal Relationships.” In this episode, Kevin will talk about good leadership and how current and aspiring leaders can be the best leaders they can be. Resources The Johnson Leadership Group Kevin Wayne Johnson on Facebook Kevin Wayne Johnson on Linkedin Leadership With A Servant's Heart: Leading Through Personal Relationships on Amazon
In this inspiring episode of the Greatness Academy Podcast, we sit down with Kevin Wayne Johnson, a true expert in the realm of leadership and a bestselling author renowned for his insights on servant leadership. With a background as a former DoD Chief of Staff, Kevin shares his remarkable journey and how the principles of servant leadership have played a pivotal role in his success.Discover the importance of valuing people above all else as Kevin emphasizes the significance of seeing subordinates as individuals first. Dive deep into his experiences and glean invaluable leadership wisdom that can transform your own journey.Kevin Wayne Johnson is also the author of the acclaimed book series, "Leadership with a Servant's Heart," which serves as a guide for aspiring leaders seeking to make a positive impact on the world.
Kevin Wayne Johnson has taken up the task of developing individual and organizational operating excellence as his life's mission. He coaches in order to coax audiences to live out their gifts and awaken their potential. Johnson provides organizations, and the people who work within them, with the tools to forge effective personal and interpersonal communication. He delivers training on the elements of dynamic relationships, to equip teams with the attitudes and attributes needed to develop individuals into leaders. He does so through motivating workshops, interactive seminars, insightful keynote speeches and compassionate coaching – all to encourage personal and professional growth within the federal & state government, corporations, non-profits, including churches, and academia. http://www.thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kevinwaynejohnsonpage https://www.instagram.com/writingforthelord'https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwaynejohnson https://www.twitter.com/writing4thelord https://www.youtube.com/kevinwaynejohnson
Show NotesFounder and CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group LLC providing leadership training and executive coaching for aspiring and seasoned leaders. A native of Richmond, VA, Kevin is a graduate of VCU's School of Business.Quote: The longevity of a great relationship is to appreciate each others perfect imperfections - Kevin Wayne Johnson Knowledge Nuggets and Take-Aways:Kevin's passion is to pour into the next generation of leadersA great coach will show up with intelligence, expertise due to the nature of being a coach. That's where it just begins. To be truly GREAT the coach will take what's in your mind and match that with what's in the heart. Ask your coach to tell you about their journey, it will help build a bridge to a solid rapportLeadership is a trusted responsibility Fun Fact: The Name Kevin = KindLeadership Influence = Attend, Participate and Contribute Here is a link to this episode on our website: https://timetoshinetoday.com/podcast/kevinwaynejohnson/ Recommended Resources: Visit Kevin's Leadership SiteKevin's Book: Leadership with a Servant's Heart Kevin's LInked INKevin's FacebookKevin's InstagramKevin's TwitterHost Your Podcast for Free with Buzz Sprout Our Show Sponsor Sutter and Nugent Real Estate - Real Estate Excellence Music Courtesy of: fight by urmymuse (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/58696 Ft: Stefan Kartenberg, Kara SquareArtwork courtesy of Dylan Allen
In this weeks episode, Chris Levens talks with Kevin Wayne Johnson. Kevin Wayne Johnson is Founder and CEO, The Johnson Leadership Group. Kevin retired from the federal government in 2017 after 34 years of total service. He has been married to Gail for 30, a father of three sons, one God daughter, and two God grand daughters. He believes that better leaders make the world a better place, so his company creates leaders of excellence at all levels. kevin@thejohnsonleadershipgroup.comwww.thejohnsonleadershipgroup.comAuthor - Leadership With a Servant's Heart: Leading through Personal Relationships (2019) *Winner of 9 literary awards / Two-time Amazon New Release Best Seller Leadership with a Servant's Heart: Leading in Your Workplace (2022)Support the show
“You have to be aware of the fact that we are in front of a lot of different people who have a lot of different viewpoints and perspectives, quite frankly, that all needs to be and should be respected,” explains Kevin Wayne Johnson, founder and CEO of the Johnson Leadership Group. Today, he talks about what it takes to be a great leader. Many leaders make the mistake of thinking that they have to have all the answers and be the smartest person in the room. It's more authentic to have the humility to admit that you do not know everything and seek input from your team. Being a leader is all about understanding relationships, building trust, and leaving your personal agenda at the door. Everyone has different strengths and weaknesses, and as the leader you must be able to create balanced teams. When you take the time to really connect with your team members on a personal level, you will begin to see real transformation within your organization. Authentic leaders who are looking to advance their organizations with high performing teams need to have a strong grasp of how human relationships work. Spend time really listening to your team members, not only about business, but in casual conversations as well. The stronger your relationships, the stronger your team and organization going forward. Quotes: “When it's all said and done, many of us bring our personal agendas and that really gets in the way, quite frankly, of really having high performing teams, and helping advance the organization forwards.” (10:33-10:46 | Kevin) “We need to have more leaders to focus on the next generation, because they're the ones that are going to take the baton and run their portion of the race. And we want them to be excellent at what they do. And in order for that to happen, that means you and I have to be available. And we have to sacrifice our time, our effort and our energy to make that happen.” (11:58-12:18 | Kevin) “It's being relational, being able to connect with people. That's what makes the best leaders.” (18:06-18:12 | Kevin) “We collectively and individually need to learn to become better listeners. Because we listen at a rate that's much, much faster than what we talk.” (18:37-18:49 | Kevin) “Have a conversation with someone based upon what they are interested in, not what you're interested in.” (19:23-19:35 | Kevin) “Every team is made up of individuals who bring their gifts to the game. And so they have to complement each other in order to be the most effective.” (22:03-22:13 | Kevin) “You have to be aware of the fact that we are in front of a lot of different people who have a lot of different viewpoints and perspectives, quite frankly, that all need to be and should be respected.” (32:25-32:41 | Kevin) Links: Mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Mike Horne on Linkedin Email Mike at mike@mike-horne.com Learn More About Executive and Organization Development with Mike Horne Learn more about Kevin Wayne Johnson: Website: https://thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com/ Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm
"Together everyone achieves more," is the sentiment of board member and Partner Reverend Kevin Wayne Johnson. Kevin will share with us how important it is to lay a strong relationship foundation for effective servant leadership. His many years of working for the federal government, coupled with his pastoral calling and leadership coaching experience have led him on a path to raise up 1 million leaders worldwide. He has released an online course based on the principles in his book series, Leadership with a Servant's Heart. You can watch the promo below and register here. Kevin Wayne Johnson's bio. PinnacleForum.com Show Notes: https://pinnacleforum.com/2023/03/ul-podcast-236/
In this episode, Kevin Wayne Johnson, founder and CEO of the Johnson Leadership Group, talks about turning your team into self-motivated individuals in order to grow your organization. Kevin's mission is to train, coach, and mentor the current and next generation of leaders. Through workshops and seminars, he teaches leaders to visualize, create, and execute a customized leadership strategy to best fit their organizations' needs. To learn more about Kevin Wayne Johnson, go to https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwaynejohnson. To get in touch with him, visit https://thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com/. Mitchell Levy is the Global Credibility Expert at AHAthat, the first AHA leadership (Thought Leadership) platform on the market for thought leaders, experts and companies to unleash their genius to the world. His passion is helping entrepreneurs, business owners and C-Suite Executives get known as thought leaders & become best-selling authors with the AHA platform. He is an accomplished entrepreneur who has created 20 businesses in Silicon Valley including four publishing companies that have published over 800 books. Mitchell is an international best-selling author with 60 business books, has provided strategic consulting to over 100 companies, has advised over 500 CEOs on critical business issues, and has been chairman of the board of a NASDAQ-listed company.Visit https://www.credibilitynation.com to learn more about the Credibility Nation community.Visit https://www.ahathat.com/author to learn how you can become an Amazon best-selling author in 4 months.
Kevin Wayne Johnson is a minister, author and the Founder & CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group, LLC. His latest book is - Leadership With A Servants Heart. He is the author of 8 books and has another book coming out soon....so let's meet this dynamic leader and see what he has to bless our ears with a message from God for us in the conversation today. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sharise-johnson-moore/message
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About Kevin Wayne Johnson: With the fundamental belief that God uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things, Kevin Wayne Johnson lives to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. His passion is reflected through his national best-selling book series (Give God the Glory!) that have earned 19 literary awards since 2001, all published through his Christian-based publishing company - Writing for the Lord Ministries. Kevin is a former radio and television co-host, has held several leadership positions within the local church, the Christian publishing industry, and the National Association of the Church of God (Anderson, Indiana), and is a John Maxwell Team internationally certified mentor, speaker, coach and trainer. Kevin's three primary leadership focuses/curriculum are: LEADERSHIP GOLD; Everyone Communicates, Few Connect; and Put Your DREAM to the Test.In 2019, Kevin released his latest book - Leadership With A Servant's Heart - and it earned 7 literary awards in 2020. His national book tour in 2020 featured him leading discussions on the topic of leadership with multiple venues including bookstores, summits, conferences, podcasts, TV and radio. in 2018, Kevin founded The Johnson Leadership Group LLC with the purpose of creating leaders of excellence at all levels. You can e-mail Kevin at: Kevin@kevinwaynejohnson.com or the johnsonleadershipgroup@gmail.com and visit his website at http://:kevinwaynejohnson.com or http://thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com COFRP airs: http://podsearch.com/listing/challenges-of-faith-radio-program.html
Giving God the glory is not reserved for worship service only. We have the opportunity to do so in every aspect of our lives. Kevin shares how it all began for him, his grandmother's influence, and how he hopes to influence others today. His desire is for people to understand that they have a sphere of influence and that their choices impact lives. Reflection on an unexpected letter reminds him of how one person's actions can affect many.
In this episode, you'll also hear:How Kevin came to recognize his call to write for the LordThe characteristics of good leadership and how to raise up excellent leadersThree major components of success – no matter what “success” means to you personallyHow to find and maintain a balance between ministry and businessKevin's advice for the author who wants to believe their dreams are possible, but isn't sure how to make them happenWhen most people think of making money as a Christian author, they think exclusively of writing and publishing a paperback book, or maybe an ebook. But while these are certainly great options, they are by no means the only ways to make money as an author. In fact, there are a number of different ways that you may not have considered. Opportunities abound for those that are willing to put in the work, and if you recognize and pursue these opportunities, you can increase your impact, influence, and income substantially. So what are these opportunities, and where can you find them? Kevin Johnson had those same questions, and with God's help, he has been able to accomplish truly inspiring things. And, as a leadership expert, he has the words to help you figure out how to move forward. So grab your pen and paper, take some notes – and most importantly, take action. The Call to Write for the LordKevin was working for the federal government when he started to feel God's call on his life. He describes it as a sort of pull, a strong desire to preach God's word. But it took some time before that call was confirmed. During that time, Kevin started writing articles related to his government work, and those articles started getting national attention. Then, when a high-ranking official read one of his articles and asked him to testify before Congress on a pending bill, Kevin realized that his writing was truly making a difference. So, in response, he decided to use that talent for the Lord. From there, Kevin set off on his writing journey by self-publishing his first book, Give God the Glory!, and establishing his own business, appropriately named Writing for the Lord Ministries. “I did it myself,” Kevin recalls. “I didn't know any other authors, didn't have a mentor, didn't have an agent – didn't know anything about it, other than I just wanted people to understand and acknowledge that God Almighty loves us, and He has a plan and purpose for us. And that's literally how my writing journey got started.” A few months after attending his first writer's conference, Kevin was contacted by a Christian distributor who saw potential in his book and wanted to distribute it to Christian bookstores around the country. “And the rest,” as Kevin says, “is history.” Now, 20 years later, both the book and Kevin's relationship with the company's then-CEO are still going strong. Raising the Next Generation of LeadersKevin knows he's not alone. Others are also experiencing that same pull from God, calling them to step into something bigger than they can imagine. That's why his ministry is all about helping leaders step into their potential. “I learned a long time ago, it's about serving people,” Kevin explains. “I'm a firm believer in the fact that God created us to serve people. That's where true fulfillment comes. All of us are so fulfilled when we do something good for somebody else – not out of obligation, but because it's genuine, it's coming from the heart.”Now that he's retired, Kevin says he spends roughly 95% of his waking hours finding ways to serve others. As a result, through his ministry and business, he's able to share his experience and observations with the next generation of leaders, and raise them up to make a positive difference in the world. Kevin has personally seen examples of both good and bad leadership in the workplace and even in the church. Now, he feels compelled to impart that knowledge to up-and-coming leaders, and also to continue learning himself, because, in his own words, “leaders are learners.” Through this ministry, Kevin has found satisfaction and fulfillment like never before. “It's been a phenomenal journey,” he says. “As you can see, I'm still smiling. I love what I do. And I think that's where we're trying to get people to: we want people to love what they do. Because it's work, but it doesn't feel like work when you're serving people. And you're going to bed every night fulfilled, and you're waking up, and you're ready to go. And that's what it's all about.”The Mark of True LeadershipWhen it comes to understanding what qualities make for good leadership, Kevin points to a previous supervisor who presented him with an example of very poor leadership instead. “Interestingly enough,” he says, “when I think back on all of the good supervisors that I had, and the good leaders and the good bosses – which were many – I don't necessarily remember all of what they did. I just remember that they did a great job. But I remember the bad ones.”A big part of what Kevin wants future leaders to understand is that their words and actions matter. How we treat people directly impacts how they feel about themselves – and causing people to feel bad about themselves, according to Kevin, can have lifelong repercussions, physically and mentally. “We want leaders to understand the importance of value and care, respect, honor, and being a person of value that adds value to other people,” Kevin says. “And we don't get this in school. it has to be taught outside of the boundaries of school.” And because he believes good leadership must be intentionally taught, he's committed to teaching it, even to people who may not consider themselves leaders – because leadership as Kevin sees it is all about how you interact and communicate with others. Focus, Perseverance, HumilityIf you aspire to do as Kevin has done – to go from being a published author to turning your call into a full-fledged business with more avenues of success beyond just books – Kevin identifies two things you'll need: perseverance and focus.“You and I have to have a ‘stick-to-it-ness,'” Kevin explains. “We have to be committed, dedicated, and we have to persevere, to continue on that straight and narrow path. But, equally important, you have to be focused, because no one message, or no one book, is for everybody. You have to be focused on a particular audience.” For Kevin, that audience includes people in leadership positions ranging from federal and state government to the church to select corporations. But he adds that focus isn't just about a specific audience – it's also about how you make yourself available to your audience, how you present yourself through your craft, and how you personally define success.For some, focusing on success means charging top dollar for every speaking engagement, flying exclusively first class, putting out dozens of best-selling books, and accruing millions of social media followers. For Kevin, it means serving the people who need his message – and being perfectly happy flying coach to get there – cultivating a happy marriage, and raising responsible sons. Whatever your definition of success may be, Kevin's story shows us that the way to get there is to clearly identify who you can serve the best – that's your target audience – and to recognize areas of opportunity to provide what that audience needs. Those opportunities are out there. So the question to ask yourself is: Am I recognizing them? And am I pursuing them?“That's why I use the word focus,” Kevin says. “You and I have to be very, very focused as we execute and implement the plan. Because our message, as good as it is, is not for everybody. It's not going to land in everybody's lap. But once you identify that target market, and that audience that specifically has a thirst and hunger for your message, it's literally limitless.” Finally, Kevin adds one more important quality that contributes to success: humility. Of course, a successful business must make sales, and sales require you to tell others about what you have to offer. But that can certainly be done with humility, trusting in God rather than yourself to open up the doors of opportunity. Ministry vs. IndustryMany Christian authors see their work as strictly ministry. And because it's a ministry, they're not concerned with how much they earn from it, and they may even feel uncomfortable talking about money or charging for their work. On the other end of the spectrum, however, many Christian authors view their work as a for-profit business. As such, they are shooting for specific income goals, believing that if God enables them to reach those goals, they can use some of the overflow to open up doors and bless others. Kevin identifies these two spheres as “ministry” and “industry,” and while he does identify a fine line between them, he also believes in keeping a balance of both. “I'm a firm believer that as a business owner, it's God Almighty who puts us in a position to earn wealth,” Kevin explains. “That's scriptural. As long as we keep it in context, and we do the right things with the financial resources that He blesses us with... I think it's perfectly fine for those of us that understand Scripture and live it to make ourselves available for folks in the secular world who are hungry and who never get it while they're at work. But just make sure that there's a good balance between what we're doing to promote ministry work and what we're doing with industry.” Kevin maintains that balance by setting boundaries around who he will and won't do business with. Whether he has to turn down a company that sells products that don't align with his principles or church leaders who aren't operating in integrity, Kevin makes it a point to avoid any appearance of evil in his business dealings. Furthermore, operating in integrity and humble leadership as an author and business owner yourself means doing your due diligence and researching the opportunities that appear and the plans that you make, to ensure you set out on the right path to take full advantage of the increase God provides. “Focus is all about delivering in a very outstanding way to every customer that you serve,” Kevin says. “So as an author, your customers are the book buyers. Make sure you're giving them an excellent product to read, because they will help you then to sell those books exponentially.”Get Out of Your Own WayAs you work to put it all together – leadership, focus, perseverance, constant learning, humility, and integrity – don't be afraid to reach for the impossible. As Kevin says, “Go ahead and pursue those goals, dreams, and aspirations, because you own them. They belong to you. And nobody can really stop you, but you.”That's an important reminder, because sometimes we can see ourselves as too small, and so we don't pursue what God has said we can accomplish. In those instances, it's not other people who are saying we can't do it – we're seeing ourselves that way. And that means we're stopping ourselves. But if we can get out of our own way, so to speak, God can empower us to do truly great things. Another simple way you can remove obstacles out of your own path is to make it easy for people to find you online. Kevin recommends purchasing a URL that is your own name, so your website will be very easy to find and to identify as yours. Kevin thinks of all this background work as planting seeds. And he's had enough personal experience to say with confidence that God does indeed cause those seeds to grow into something way bigger than he could have imagined – and does so way faster than he could have hoped. Surround Yourself with Like-Minded PeopleNow, after many years of planting seeds, Kevin is in a place of leadership and influence, where he can see and harvest the fruits of his labor. But maybe you're not there yet. Maybe you want to believe it's possible, but you're struggling, either because others aren't supporting you or because your own perception of yourself is getting in your way. If that's you, Kevin advises that you surround yourself with like-minded people who can encourage and lift you up. “The naysayers will do just that – they not only don't believe in your dream, but they don't believe that you have what it takes to fulfill that dream. If you flip that, and your sphere of influence are people who are like-minded, then you're constantly building each other up. And then, before you know it, you are well on your way.”Not sure where to find those like-minded people? Check out the Christian Authors Network community on Facebook. There you'll find fellowship, encouragement, guidance, and more to help you along the way, no matter where you are in your author journey. BIOKevin Wayne Johnson has taken up the task of developing individual and organizational operating excellence as his life's mission. He coaches in order to coax audiences to live out their gifts and awaken their potential. Johnson provides organizations, and the people who work within them, with the tools to forge effective personal and interpersonal communication. He delivers training on the elements of dynamic relationships, to equip teams with the attitudes and attributes needed to develop individuals into leaders. He does so through motivating workshops, interactive seminars, insightful keynote speeches and compassionate coaching – all to encourage personal and professional growth within the federal & state government, corporations, non-profits, including churches, and academia. Johnson is the Founder, Chief Visionary and Chief Executive Officer of The Johnson Leadership Group, LLC, and an Independent certified coach, mentor, trainer and speaker with the nationally recognized John Maxwell Team, where he leads learning experiences that are tailored to meet the specific needs of the audience to help maximize efficiency, growth, awareness and effectiveness. Johnson lives in Clarksville, Maryland with his wife of 28 years, Gail, and together, raised three sons - Kevin, Christopher, and Cameron. GET CONNECTEDWebsite: www.kevinwaynejohnson.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/writingforthelordTwitter: www.twitter.com/writing4thelordFacebook: www.facebook.com/kevinwaynejohnsonpage
Kevin Wayne Johnson is CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group LLC where his business delivers leadership development training and professional coaching to the government, corporate, faith based, nonprofit and academic workforces. Kevin is certified by The John Maxwell Team as a speaker, coach, trainer and mentor. He has been married for 28 years to Gail and raised three sons from their union. Kevin and Gail are graduates of Virginia Commonwealth University's School of Business and he is a retired federal government senior leader after 34 years of total service. A prolific writer, Kevin is a principal and contributing author of 18 books, winner of 29 literary awards, and an ordained minister by the Church of God Ministries, INC., Anderson, IN. To contact Kevin, please reach out to: https://thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com/ Welcome to Profiles in Success and thank you for listening! For more visit: https://profilesinsuccess.com/ Work with us: https://www.bernhardtwealth.com/
This is the 100th episode for the Go Be Great Podcast.I am so grateful for all the amazing guests I've had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing, and those who have become strategic partners. Today, In the guest chair we have Kevin Wayne Johnson a retired federal government mid-level and senior-level leader after 34 years of total service. Following this, he founded and serves as CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group where he leads a team of 7 in facilitating leadership development training and executive coaching for a myriad of clients across government, corporations, academia, and churches in the USA and abroad. A native of Richmond, VA, and graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University's School of Business. Johnson is also an ordained minister and has served in multiple positions at the local, regional, national, and international levels, including Senior Pastor. Johnson's life mission is to create the current and next generation of leaders.Questions Asked In This Episode Why is swimming one of your favorite pastime activities?What should listeners do to achieve career transition with success? Why is it important for professionals to be servant leaders? What are the benefits of modeling servant leadership?What do you mean by "Living Out Your Goals"? What is the name of your first book and what inspired you to become an author? Why does he believe life is "10%" of what happens to you and "90%" on how you respond to it? What are you optimistic about? What does the phrase "Make Good Trouble" mean to you?·And so much more ...What You Will Learn In This EpisodeKevin's strategies he used to navigate his career transition with successWhy you should identify what you love about your current jobHow to use your time on your job to set yourself up for success at the next levelHow he uses his personal story to inspire audiences as a speaker and authorWhy being caught up in "self" can lead to low self-esteem and what to do about itInsights into creating multiple streams of income as an authorThe subliminal messages received by others when they are listened toTips on how to be a better listenerAnd so much more ...I'm grateful for you and for your gracious time listening to the podcast. I always appreciate it if you can take a moment to rate, review, and share this show with anyone who could benefit!Contact Kevin Wayne Johnson. www.thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com www.kevinwaynejohnson.com Music Credit:Adobe SuccessSubscribe to Podcast: Apple Itunes | Spotify | Amazon TuneIn | iHeartRa Go Be Great Podcast Intro Support the show (https://paypal.me/jackiecapersbrown?locale.x=en_US)
In this week's episode we have the wonderful Kevin Wayne Johnson. Kevin is a husband, father, pastor, the Founder, Chief Visionary and CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group, LLC. Kevin accepted an invitation to the podcast to bless us with some knowledge to leave us equipped in many areas of leadership. Topics discussed: Learning new leadership skills How to define and understand what type of leader you are Honing your current leadership skills How fine tuning leadership skills helps you be a better leader in your marriage, parenthood, and in the work place Continual education Assessments: Meyers Briggs, Leadership 360 Filling in Generational Gaps In the Work place Kevin can be found via https://thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/millennial-livin/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/millennial-livin/support
Today we sit down with Kevin Wayne Johnson the founder and CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group. Kevin is an independent certified coach, teacher, and speaker with the nationally recognized John Maxwell Team. You can learn more about Kevin and the Johnson Leadership Group by visiting TheJohnsonLeadershipgroup.com. Kevin Shared with us: How he came to know Jesus as his Savior. His current work with the Johnson Leadership Group How an employee can be an effective ambassador for Christ in the workplace. Why organizations do not practice servant leadership Why the Golden Rule is a foundational principle of servant leadership What happens when a leader puts into practice the six essential behaviors for servant leadership How his high school teacher changed his life. How a leader can overcome loneliness Of the 10 characteristics of a leader his favorite is... Resources Writingforthelord.com TheJohnsonLeadershipGroup.com His Books Leadership with a Servant's Heart Give God the Glory! Called to be Light in the Workplace Give God the Glory! Workbook Closing Thoughts Thanks for listening to Coaching Christian Leaders. Keep up with the podcast by subscribing. You can subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and most any podcast app. Also, grab your free training HERE. Four sessions on reaching the lost and building disciples. I'll speak to you soon, Mark
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Kevin Wayne Johnson is the Founder & CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group LLC, who provides leadership development training and professional coaching for government agencies, corporations, non-profits organizations, including churches and academia. Learn new and innovative leadership principles and strategies that will equip you, your team and your organization. Servant [...] The post Servant Leadership appeared first on AuthorExpertWire Podcast.
Kevin Wayne Johnson is the CEO of the Johnson Leadership Group where he trains, coaches, and mentors the current and next generation of leaders. He’s also the best-selling author of “Leadership with a Servant’s Heart”, a compelling guide to leading individuals through personal relationships. The part of B.O.O.S.T.® Kevin covers during our brief conversation is Secure Thought Leadership. Grab a pen. Tune in, then reach out to Kevin for tangible, actionable strategies to refine your leadership approach: kevin@KevinWayneJohnson.com | 410.340.8633
Listen to these successful thought leaders on how they present themselves and their crafts as experts in their fields. Beth Masterman helps accomplished professionals improve their self-awareness in order to maximize their likelihood of success. She facilitates conversations with her clients that lead to a better understanding of themselves so they can achieve authentic and self-sustaining changes that boost performance, outcomes and communications. To learn more about Beth Masterman, go http://aha.pub/BethJMasterman. To get in touch with her, visit https://www.mastermancoaching.com/. Marcus Aurelius Anderson is a best-selling author, professional keynote and TEDx speaker, mindset coach to leaders, CEOs, and entrepreneurs, and host of the number-one New and Noteworthy iTunes podcast, “Conscious Millionaire Epic Achiever.” To learn more about Marcus Aurelius Anderson, go to http://aha.pub/MarcusAureliusAnderson. To get in touch with him, visit http://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. Kevin Wayne Johnson is the founder and CEO of the Johnson Leadership Group. Kevin’s mission is to train, coach, and mentor the current and next generation of leaders. Through workshops and seminars, he teaches leaders to visualize, create, and execute a customized leadership strategy to best fit their organizations’ needs. To learn more about Kevin Wayne Johnson, go to http://aha.pub/KevinJohnson. To get in touch with him, visit https://thejohnsonleadershipgroup.com/. Global Credibility Expert, Mitchell Levy is a TEDx speaker and international bestselling author of over 60 books. As The AHA Guy at AHAthat (https://ahathat.com), he helps to extract the genius from your head in a two-three hour interview so that his team can ghostwrite your book, publish it, distribute it, and make you an Amazon bestselling author in four months or less. He is an accomplished Entrepreneur who has created twenty businesses in Silicon Valley including four publishing companies that have published over 800 books. He’s provided strategic consulting to over one hundred companies, and has been chairman of the board of a NASDAQ-listed company. Mitchell has been happily married for thirty years and regularly spends four weeks in Europe with family and friends. Visit https://mitchelllevy.com/mitchelllevypresents/ for an archive of all the podcast episodes. Connect to Mitchell Levy on: Mitchell Levy Present AHA Moments: https://mitchelllevy.com/mitchelllevypresents/ Thought Leader Life: https://thoughtleaderlife.com AHAthat Radio: https://AHAthatRadio.com LinkedIn: https://Linkedin.com/in/MitchellLevy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There is no shortcut: Acquiring and practicing key life skills is indispensable to the expansion of our footprints of influence. Join our guest, Kevin Wayne Johnson, as he unpacks this for us. Kevin Wayne Johnson's bio. PinnacleForum.com Show Notes: https://pinnacleforum.com/2019/10/ul-podcast-82/
"Bad leaders teach us what not to do." - Kevin Wayne Johnson Today's featured bestselling author is a fellow certified John Maxwell Team Coach, Speaker and Trainer, Kevin Wayne Johnson. Kevin and I talk about 3 characteristics that every leader should have, what every millennial leader should consider as their first steps in a new role and tons more! Key Takeaways: The 3 qualities that every leader should have would include integrity, character, and good communication. Active listening shows that you care and that makes you an effective communicator. Leaders always are learning and they place themselves in an environment that promotes continuous learning. One method of connecting will not always work because everyone receives messages differently and learns differently. Being a leader doesn't mean that you have the answer. It means that you must engage your team at a higher level than ever. When leading multiple generations, never assume what each one needs. Meet them at their point of need and ask for feedback. Engage those around you instead of making assumptions. Diversity & Inclusion is the hot topic among non-profit organizations and churches. Try to read a minimum of 1 book a month. Especially a leadership book. Keep a book or 2 with you if you travel a lot by air. Kevin's Books: https://www.amazon.com/Kevin-Wayne-Johnson/e/B003GQLXUG?follow-button-add=B003GQLXUG_author Kevin's Site: http://kevinwaynejohnson.com/about/ You can find more resources and leadership training programs on findcourses.com
"Bad leaders teach us what not to do." - Kevin Wayne Johnson Today's featured bestselling author is a fellow certified John Maxwell Team Coach, Speaker and Trainer, Kevin Wayne Johnson. Kevin and I talk about 3 characteristics that every leader should have, what every millennial leader should consider as their first steps in a new role and tons more! Key Takeaways: The 3 qualities that every leader should have would include integrity, character, and good communication. Active listening shows that you care and that makes you an effective communicator. Leaders always are learning and they place themselves in an environment that promotes continuous learning. One method of connecting will not always work because everyone receives messages differently and learns differently. Being a leader doesn’t mean that you have the answer. It means that you must engage your team at a higher level than ever. When leading multiple generations, never assume what each one needs. Meet them at their point of need and ask for feedback. Engage those around you instead of making assumptions. Diversity & Inclusion is the hot topic among non-profit organizations and churches. Try to read a minimum of 1 book a month. Especially a leadership book. Keep a book or 2 with you if you travel a lot by air. Kevin's Books: https://www.amazon.com/Kevin-Wayne-Johnson/e/B003GQLXUG?follow-button-add=B003GQLXUG_author Kevin's Site: http://kevinwaynejohnson.com/about/
Kevin Wayne Johnson is a John Maxwell Team certified speaker, teacher, coach and mentor as of October 2015. John C. Maxwell is a New York Times best-selling author, speaker, and pastor who has written many books, primarily focusing on leadership. Kevin Johnson will discuss "golden nuggets" of leadership; speciifcally how to mentor your staff for growth and development. He will also discuss relationship versus "tasking." Johnson, who is also an author, is a professional in government as well as private industry. For 30 years, he has performed successfully in numerous middle and senior-level positions in the areas of workforce development, training, organizational change, acquisition/procurement, customer service, client relationships, and program management, to include the Departments of Defense and Treasury, the Government of the District of Columbia, Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, Department of the Army, Defense Logistics Agency, and in the private sector at Vivendi Universal and Reuters America. He has testified before the United States House of Representatives Committee on Small Business and has prepared testimony that was presented before the District of Columbia Committee on Government Operations. Johnson is a graduate of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Graduate School’s Executive Potential Program. During this program, he assisted the Office of Federal Procurement Policy with several procurement reform initiatives that were tied to the National Performance Review under the Clinton Administration. Johnson maintains an active involvement in community service and retains membership in several professional and civic organizations. Growing leaders and leaving a legacy of leadership. That's what this show will explore.
The Total Tutor Neil Haley will interview Author Kevin Wayne Johnson.
Give God the Glory! is a nine-book series with a focus on putting God first and foremost in all that we do each day – (1) In our personal relationships, (2) On the job, (3) Within our families, (4) In the local church, and (5) While at rest and recreation. Each main title is accompanied with a companion devotional and gift book, about 54 to 60 pages in length. Eight (8) of the nine (9) books have been released and sold worldwide.
Give God the Glory! is a nine-book series with a focus on putting God first and foremost in all that we do each day – (1) In our personal relationships, (2) On the job, (3) Within our families, (4) In the local church, and (5) While at rest and recreation. Each main title is accompanied with a companion devotional and gift book, about 54 to 60 pages in length. Eight (8) of the nine (9) books have been released and sold worldwide.
Kevin Wayne Johnson, Founder of Writing For The Lord Ministeries visits The Wealthy Speaker Show with host Paul Lawrence Vann to share his new book,"Called to be the light in the Workplace." Kevin is a best selling author and pastor who preaches the word of God and shares his gift through his books. speeches and other media. He is the author of nine books and is a prolific author who poses the question to us all, "Do You Know God and Do The Will of God Concerning Your Life?" Mr. Johnson is allso an international speaker, bible teacher and has received over 17 literary awards. Be part of something great and feel free to post questions during the interview and or call in with questions on our toll-free listener line at: (877) 404-1615. Tune in be part of the Kevin Wayne Johnson experience, be inspired and moved to understand God's plan for your life. Let all of your friends and family know about this unique and one-of-its-kind experiences with Kevin Wayne Johnson and his Give God The Glory Series of books.
The Wealthy Speaker is honored to interview Kevin Wayne Johnson because he lives to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. This amazing man of God passionately writes national best-selling book series, Give God the Glory. Its no wonder he has earned 16 literary awards since 2001. Kevin writes under the auspices of his Christian based publishing company, Writing for the Lord Ministeries. You are in for a spiritually awakening episode from this former radio and television host and leader. Join us Wednesday, Augsut 25, 7:00pm (EDT) as Kevin Wayne Johnson shares his truths about his Give God the Glory Series. Kevin is going to be one of the amazing authors at Capital BookFest, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on September 18. Listen live at (646) 595-4797 and or participate in the web chat room http://www.blogtalkradio.com/paullawrencevann