The Fear-Driven Church, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

Episode 249: Balancing Tradition and Innovation in Church Leadership, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

Powered by youtube embed video generator Discussion Questions: 1. What do you think Shannon Kaiser means by “the inherited church”? How would you describe its importance in today’s context? 2. How would you define “experimenting on the edges”? Can you think of any examples from your own church or community? 3. Why is it crucial,…

Finding Strength in Desperation, with Mandy Smith

Episode 244: Finding Strength in Desperation, with Mandy Smith, author of Confessions of an Amateur Saint

  Powered by youtube embed video generator Discussion Questions: Capacity Development: Mandy Smith and Markus Watson discuss developing adaptive capacity in leadership. What specific practices or strategies do you think can help leaders maintain their endurance over time? Rest and Taking Breaks: Mandy emphasizes the importance of rest. How do you recognize the signs of…

Life and Leadership in the Fog, with Michaela O'Donnell and Lisa Slayton, authors of Life in Flux

Episode 242: Life and Leadership in the Fog, with Michaela O’Donnell and Lisa Slayton, authors of Life in Flux

  Powered by youtube embed video generator Discussion Questions: Adaptive Capacity: How has the concept of building adaptive leadership skills influenced your personal or professional life? Can you share an instance where adaptability was crucial for you? Identity Clarity: How does understanding your core strengths and identity help in making decisions and setting priorities? Can…

The Fear-Driven Church, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

Episode 241: Leadership and Emotional Presence, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

Powered by youtube embed video generator Discussion Questions: 1. What does it mean to be “emotionally present” to an organization, and why is it important for leaders to embody this quality?** 2. How can leaders balance the need for emotional presence with the necessity of making difficult, sometimes unpopular decisions?** 3. Tod Bolsinger mentions the…

Leading with Wisdom from Above, with Uli Chi

Episode 240: Leading with Wisdom from Above, with Uli Chi, author of The Wise Leader

  Powered by youtube embed video generator Discussion Questions: Uli Chi emphasizes the importance of creating a culture where honesty is welcomed. How can leaders practically foster such an environment in their organizations or communities? Chi shares an experience of seeking external consultants to understand internal issues due to a lack of candid communication from…