What a journey! Thanks for listening and being a part OF this leadership podcast. Listen in as we reminisce on our podcast experience over the past few years and sum up some of our most formative leadership knowledge!(And it's only right that we experienced hardware difficulties during our final episode. The cracks and pop resolve after the first 5…

Starting from an email conversation with Avrum, the OF Leadership crew talks about being a mature leader who can stand for something while be resilient (yet open) to criticism. Listen in as we discuss being a differentiated public self, influence people(s) from a distant without a "personal" relationship, and how can we put skin in the game to buil…

"Leadership is 100% Inspiration." - Dan Larsen is a leadership enthusiast and a recently retired teacher who has developed his leadership philosophy found a simple framework to communicate the lens through which he sees and teaches leadership.By Zac Stahl, Alex McMahan, John Moyer

As the OF Leadership Crew gets together, Zac has decided this episode would be great to talk about mentorship as a topic, as well as the crew's experiences with mentorship. Two of our members are certified through Resilient Leadership and are actively able to provide insight into guiding people through the lens of the Resilient Leadership Framework…

Talking with the OF Leadership Crew in this episode is Tyler! Tyler is a longtime listener and has been wanting to be a guest on the podcast for a long time! We appreciate Tyler's vulnerability, sharing his story. It's a his unique story but with many themes which resonate : dealing with childhood trauma and unknowable expectations, anxiety about m…

In this episode the OF Crew takes a look at Judson Brewer's book Unwinding Anxiety. Judson Brewer applies Cognitive Behavioral Theory, alongside a meditatively-inspired awareness perspective to understand and approaching the underlying processes that generate the and perpetuate anxiety. It's an interesting lens to look at and see what Bowen's Theor…

In this episode, the OF crew does an "Interactive Read-aloud" where we listen to one of Friedman's Fables, by Edwin Friedman. In this short fable, we see various relational dynamics in this hypothetical couple's tennis game that many people will be able to relate to.By Alex McMahan, Zac Stahl, John Moyer

Geert's Hofstede's study has found the United States as the most individualistic culture in the world. The [of] crew examines this with the Bowen Family System's Theory lens and the tenant of individuality vs. togetherness.By Alex McMahan, Zac Stahl, John Moyer

The Leader's Journey by Herrington, Creech and Taylor, uses System's theory whilst looking at church congregations. The [of] crew analyzes their most intrigued portions.By Zac Stahl, John Moyer, Alex McMahan

The [of] crew tackles a controversial topic from up in the Murray Bowen system tree.By Zac Stahl, John Moyer, Alex McMahan

Guest Jessica Guider joins the [of] crew to reflect on her ever-changing goals and life events that has shaped her as a leader.By Zac Stahl, Alex McMahan, Jessica Guider, John Moyer

Spectrums, acronyms, pedagogies are some of our favorite topics, but we discuss diversity in this podcast. As a topic that can be hard to approach, it seems that it can be even more difficult for certain people to even talk about it. Listen in as we try as new format where one person brings and observation, another questions, and a third provides a…

It's a crazy thing to thing through the roots of our modern work force and realize the ideological roots that may have, at one time, been guiding principals of entire communities which still impacts our office culture. What do we think is valuable? How does it affect our treatment of the work force? These questions and more, right now.…

The tension of togetherness and individuality permeate all of our relationships, but what happens when our relational systems get forcibly smaller (perhaps from a pandemic)? The OF Crew dig into their observations of the impact of smaller relational systems on functioning (and other fun bits).By John Moyer, Alex McMahan, Zac Stahl

Remember when we used to go by "Overfunctioning Leadership"? We hark back to one the eight core concepts of Bowen Theory, discussing the relationship between taking on more responsibility instinctively, such as thinking for other people, or underfunctioning, such as drifting into the background.By Zac Stahl, Alex McMahan, John Moyer

The importance of teamwork is easily seen and just as easily complicated by the difficulty of relationships. Lots of people find that working alongside others towards a common goal is foundational within many systems, especially within schools and the workplace. The [of] crew talks about why this might be so hard despite being so commonplace. Teamw…

Self-care is important and a commonly heard prescription, especially in anxious time. Listen in as the [of] crew supports and explores the topic in their typical way from a Family Systems Theory perspective while mixing metaphors!By John Moyer, Zac Stahl, Alex McMahan

Having lost a mentor, friend, and co-worker unexpectedly after 32 years, Marge Smith talks with us about how her experience with the secondhand trauma. Marge shares her experiences with the [of], and talk on how this grief is intensely different from how she felt other griefs, as well as how she is processing and growing amidst her pain.…

Have you heard [of] Billy's Fable? No? We didn't expect you to, but the [of] crew thinks this is a great introduction to Friedman's Fables by Edwin Friedman, with an accessible of the concept of "Projection".By John Moyer, Zac Stahl, Alex McMahan

The [of] leadership crew discusses a personal question on learning how to trust on a personal level, especially when there is a history of having difficulty trusting people.By Alex McMahan, John Moyer, Zac Stahl

The [of] crew has spent a lot of time focusing on getting up in the tree and thinking. However, our feelings are valid and are signals of anxiety. Perhaps these feelings we have are not all bad?By John Moyer, Zac Stahl, Alex McMahan

After hearing this phrase ad nauseam during the COVID-19 contagion, Alex wonders how/if this saying is helpful. What are we supposed to do? Have I been working dumb?By Zac Stahl, John Moyer, Alex McMahan

Another chapter [of] stories whilst intentionally interweaving leadership concepts into actions in our lives. Listen as we delve into stories where we have had to change as humans to become better people and leaders.By Alex McMahan, John Moyer, Zac Stahl

There's no better way to know someone than to have lived through their stories with them! Sit down and listen in as Zac talks about breaking the circle of trust, Alex "falls" out of friendship over his desire to when, and John learns that sometimes it pays not to tell the truth?By Alex McMahan, John Moyer, Zac Stahl

Murray Bowen's least developed and final leadership concept, Societal Emotional Process, can be a journey to wrap your head around. Join the [of] crew in their thoughtful consideration during high anxiety.By Alex McMahan, John Moyer, Zac Stahl

Get up in the trees with a case study on our friend Greg Warder's career! We love gaining perspective, so listen in to see if some of Greg's reflections on his journey to becoming a lawyer and actively pursuing a career path has any impact on your own journey.By Alex McMahan

The [of] Leadership Crew is all about gaining perspective, so today we bring on two of John's former students. Nyigel Spann and Anthony D'Allesandro are both college students versed in Bowen's Family System who help us to look down from the trees at how we can learn to observe our functioning within our family and use that knowledge to grow.…

The ladies [of leadership] join the hosts to chat about their recent married lives during COVID - ribbing and theory ensues.By Alex McMahan, Zac Stahl, Abbey Stahl, Alexa McMahan, John Moyer

*Episode warning: extremely deep thoughts with subtle defined leadership theory* Matt Harp, theologian and thoughtful student, joins the [of] crew to discuss the nuances of René Girard's Theory of Human Culture in three stages : Mimesis, Scapegoats, and Mythology.By Matt Harp, Zac Stahl, Alex McMahan, John Moyer

In this episode, we discuss trust and how it affects our society, in addition to our relationships. As the crew digs into a deeper understanding [of] trust, we hope to foster a communities and leadership built on trust.By Alex McMahan

It's been awhile, thanks COVID! Speaking [of], the crew takes time to think about anxiety in the time of the pandemic. What are it's affects and what will it do to society?By Alex McMahan, Zac Stahl, John Moyer

In the second of a two part podcast, guest, Christian Griffin, joins this podcast to further understand bias. What is bias? Why do we believe in it? And what does a leader do about it?By Alex McMahan, Christian Griffin, Zac Stahl, John Moyer

In a two part podcast, guest, Christian Griffin, joins this podcast to explore diversity and leadership. In this episode, the [of] crew focuses on confirmation bias. What is it? What does a leader do about it? Check out our next podcast for the second part of this discussion.By Christian Griffin, Alex McMahan, Zac Stahl, John Moyer

When anxiety rises we tend to triangle a third (person, thing, or idea). Starting from Alex's thoughts on the shifts within a relationship when focusing on planning a wedding; what happens if that third point of the triangle is overfocused on? Are relationships strained, strengthened or somewhere in-between?…

Leaders are agents of change and thus are bombarded with criticism on a daily basis. How can a leader manage criticism and calm self and the system?By John Moyer, Alex McMahan, Zac Stahl

The [of] crew review the much ballyhooed Tiny Habits TED talk from BJ Fogg (recorded in 2012) in anticipation of his new book. How do the tiny habits work? Do they work? And should leaders use them?By Alex McMahan, John Moyer, Zac Stahl

Why Do New Year's Resolutions Only Work Sometimes...? We've all made New Year's Resolutions, but what's your "record"? Have you kept it all year, or maybe only a few days? In this episode we jump into New Year's Resolutions and how they are / aren't compatible with functional and effective changes in life.…

Two time guest Adam Harder joins the of crew to discuss Authoritarian vs. Permissive leadership. Adam ponders how to transition from authoritarian leadership and helping others to embrace their own ventures.By John Moyer, Zac Stahl, Alex McMahan

John brings us into a reflection on parenting - thinking back onto how we were raised and how it influenced us. Zac and Alex talk about their innate childhood tenancies and the impact of the parenting they receivedBy Alex McMahan, Zac Stahl, John Moyer

Therapist & author, Avrum Nadigel joins [of leadership] to discuss the leadership theory within the dating scene. Through his experience as a therapist, Avrum brings a new perspective to dating and how it blends well with Bowen Family System Theory.By Zac Stahl, John Moyer, Alex McMahan

Dating can be difficult, therefore, managing self can make all the difference. [of leadership] discuss the balance of intentionality and presence amongst other leadership theory through the eyes of dating.By John Moyer, Zac Stahl, Alex McMahan

In this not-letter-but-rather-a-podcast, the [of] leadership crew takes a look the relationship between Leaders and their ability to affect change.By Alex McMahan, Zac Stahl, John Moyer

Ever heard that change in inevitable? In this episode, we take a look at the factors that lead to change, how families deal with change, and how change begets change (on a systemic level)!By Alex McMahan

Bowen Family System Theory has left a lasting affect on the [of] crew and has changed how they view their lives. They discuss how it has changed their views on: politics, self, and leadership.By Zac Stahl, John Moyer, Alex McMahan

What does it mean to be "enough?" How does one become "whole?" How do you stay connected to others? [of Leadership] reviews and explores Brené Brown's TED talk on vulnerability.By Zac Stahl, Alex McMahan, John Moyer

John brings this difficult topic to [of] and they meander through how to best lead a family. What is needed to lead a family? What responsibilities are to be shared? Who is the leader?By Alex McMahan, Zac Stahl, John Moyer

The Principled Leader is the ideal but how does one reach such heights? High School Assistant Principal Mark Treen joins [of] Leadership to share his ideas on how to become a principled leader through examples from his own life and career.By Alex McMahan

Remember our first episode? This episode includes the re-edited audio of our very first episode as a throwback. In honor of two full years of Leadership Podcasting (rooted in Bowen's Family Systems Theory), we look back out where [of] Leadership started and how definition of leadership has not changed much, but our understanding of it has!…

How can one have a successful romantic relationship? Why are relationships so difficult? The [of] crew meander discussion around the anxiety of the two person relationship.By [of Leadership]

What is a technical way a leader can become more self aware and thoughtful? Author, teacher, leader and mentor, Jon Barth joins the cast to discuss his 1% journal and other leadership topics.By [of Leadership]