The Few - A Podcast for Faith Empowered Workplace Leaders
Dr. Ed Rogers & Dr. Bill Brown
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Ed Rogers, a former pastor now CEO and Bill Brown a current pastor discuss leadership topics from a Christian perspective. Each week they deal with topics that are relevant for pastors and Christians who are leaders in their workplace. If you are looking to integrate your spiritual development with your workplace leadership, this podcast is for you.
Send a text Welcome to the 83rd episode of the Faith Empowered Workplace Leaders podcast! Bill and Ed introduce Dr. Adam Cheeseman, their new partner at Renew Transformational Strategies. They discuss the challenges of modern leadership and the merits of focusing on healthy, effective cultures within organizations. From rethinking strategic planning to embracing a continuous journey of discovery and discernment, they share their innovative process for navigating rapid changes in the church, nonprofits, and businesses. Learn how to shift from outcome-driven to people-focused strategies, ensuring your organization's mission remains impactful in an ever-changing world. Learn more at renewts.com
Send a text Leadership Lessons from 1 Timothy - Episode 82 | Faith Empowered Workplace Leaders Welcome to episode 82 of the Faith Empowered Workplace Leaders podcast! Join Ed and Bill as they continue their series on leadership lessons from the book of First Timothy. This week, they delve into the principles outlined in chapter one, exploring the significance of leading with passion tempered by humility. Through their discussion, they offer insights from Kim Scott's 'Radical Candor' and the Old Testament book of Habakkuk, illustrating how effective leadership balances love, service, and the willingness to make tough decisions. Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow in your leadership journey, whether you're a pastor, a business leader, or anyone striving to lead with faith. Subscribe for more empowering content! 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:54 Front Porch Wisdom: Insights and Reflections 08:22 Leadership Lessons from First Timothy 11:33 Paul's Guidance to Timothy 13:31 The Essence of Christian Leadership 17:54 Servant Leadership and Humility 21:35 Understanding Transformation in Christian Leadership 22:27 The Role of Discipleship in Transformation 24:07 Servant Leadership: Leading by Serving 25:11 Balancing Love and Leadership 26:25 The Pitfalls of Selfish Leadership 29:30 Modeling Servant Leadership in the Church 35:38 Leadership in Everyday Life 36:33 Conclusion and Next Steps Learn more at renewts.com
Send a text Join hosts Bill and Ed in Episode 81 of The Few Podcast, aimed at faith-empowered workplace leaders. After a hiatus, they return with a new series based on insights from the book of 1 Timothy. This episode discusses the importance of leading from the heart, rooted in love, and how true leadership reflects Christian values both in corporate environments and in the church. They also share practical wisdom from authors like Patrick Lencioni and Joel Manby on demonstrating genuine care and maintaining passion in leadership roles. Tune in for valuable reflections and actionable steps to enhance your leadership journey. 00:00 Welcome Back to The Few Podcast 01:12 Exploring First Timothy: A Leadership Guide 02:19 Front Porch Wisdom: Building for the Future 04:58 Mentorship and Reciprocal Learning 12:09 Leading from the Heart: Paul's Advice to Timothy 25:19 The Result of Not Leading from the Heart 26:27 Meaningless Debates and Division 27:58 The Importance of Mission and Love 30:10 Practical Ways to Show Love in Leadership 32:25 Engaging and Caring for Your Team 35:30 Transformational Leadership 38:29 The Power of Genuine Engagement 41:06 Inward Transformation and Passion 41:29 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Learn more at renewts.com
Send a text Join Bill and I as we discuss how to move forward as an organization in a leadership transition. Whether you are in the process of succession planning or a church interim, this podcast is for you. Learn more at renewts.com
Send a text During this episode Ed and Bill discuss accountability, linking it to grace and restoration. They emphasize the importance of humility in leadership and cultivating a culture of peer-to-peer accountability. Through examples from scripture and personal experiences, the discussion highlights accountability's role in individual and team development. Learn more at renewts.com
Send a text Join Ed and Bill as they discuss James Clear's book Atomic Habits. Ed and Bill discuss habits for Christian leaders and how the Bible addresses this topic. Learn more at renewts.com
Send a text Join Bill and Ed as they discuss Lencioni's 6 Types of Working Genius and how it applies to Christian leaders. Drawing parallels to spiritual gifts, Bill and Ed talk about how helpful understanding Lencioni's model can be to those who want their leadership at work and church to honor God. Learn more at renewts.com
Send a text Conflict is a normal part of any organizational life. According to authors Mike Bonem and James Furr in their book, "Leading Congregational Change", this conflict can be life threatening or life giving. The question is, what can we do as leaders to transform the conflict in our organization from life threatening to life giving? Join Ed and Bill as they discuss leading in a way that allows you to do just that. Most conflict can be addressed long before it occurs if we simply adapt our leadership styles. Join the conversation and become a better leader, Learn more at renewts.com
Send a text We all have our own leadership style. However, there are many people and situations that require us to adapt that style. Join Bill and Ed as they discuss their experience with situational leadership. They take a deep dive into situational leadership, specifically focusing on Ken Blanchard's SLII theory. Don't miss this episode. Learn more at renewts.com
