In each episode, we are going to work to give you one easy to understand concept and tell you at least one story that illustrates the concept being put into practice. The concept will be easy to understand, but it will require your very best self and a good deal of practice over time if you are going to implement it.
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On The Art of Stability, join host Rusty McKie and friends as they discuss navigating the instability of life and what it takes for them to stay grounded in Christ so they can go the distance in life and work.
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Presented by CFA Society Pittsburgh, this is a show about Pittsburgh and finance. Each episode, we meet an accomplished Pittsburgher living and working in the Burgh. Whether born here or transplanted here, each guest will share stories about their connection to Pittsburgh. You’ll hear their successes and failures to get where they are today and where they’re going tomorrow. Bridge to the Burgh is hosted by Bradley Jones, CFA, CAIA, EA, CAP®, the Investment Manager of External Portfolios for ...
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Note: This podcast is part one of a three-part series on trauma-informed leadership. You can find it in the podcast archives of our website on dates January 23, Feb 13 and Feb 27 of 2019. Trauma is real and leaders who understand the effects of trauma in their own lives and in the lives of others are less likely to be sabotaged by trauma and are mo…
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Change happens at the speed of conversation. This episode is about learning to master transformation conversations from our six-part series on leadership practices that lead to breakthrough. If you’d like to learn more about this series or our organizational coaching and leadership development services you can contact us using our website, https://…
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We know that our lives and our leadership flourish when we practice showing up in emotionally mature ways but we don’t always know what that looks like practically. After thinking together about emotional maturity for more than 20 years, we believe that it looks like practicing being both defined and connected as a way of life. In this podcast, we …
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The Misuse and Abuse of Authority - Part Three
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In the latest episode of The Leader's Journey Podcast, explore the nuances of navigating misuse and abuse of authority with Jim and Trisha. In a candid discussion, they delve into crucial topics: from recognizing various forms of abuse to implementing proactive measures for prevention. With clarity and empathy, they outline practical steps and reso…
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The Misuse and Abuse of Authority - Part Two
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Join Jim and Trisha as they discuss how assigned authority affects our lives with their guest Ryan Donovan. Take the time to listen to the hard questions being asked about how the role of authority in today's world has shifted and changed. Ryan Donovan is a licensed counselor who lives in Austin, Texas who loves the outdoors. He plays fastpitch sof…
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The Misuse and Abuse of Authority - Part One
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Authority is inherent in leadership roles, and that inherent authority can be misused and abused. In part one of this series, Jim and Trisha discuss the reality of abuse, the questions surrounding it, and the way leaders are called to respond. Conversation Overview None of This is New Authority is Inherent in Leadership What is Authority and Where …
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Engaging with Artificial Intelligence with Curiosity and Intentionality
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In this episode, dive into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on various aspects of life, including leadership, sermon writing, and more. Join us as we explore the innovative ways in which AI is being integrated into everyday tasks and decision-making processes. For this special podcast, Jim and Trisha hear some in…
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The Equations of Ministry: Imagining Beyond the Traditional Church Model
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Jim talks with Mike Whang about how his shift away from the traditional church model opened up avenues of ministry that can be limited for those in Christian leadership. Mike explains how working out the equations of ministry, the balancing of values, the realities of day to day life, and the needs of the Church, has been a challenge and a blessing…
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Playing Politics: Leading in an Election Year, part 1.
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On this episode of The Leader’s Journey Podcast, Trisha talks with Mac McCarthy and Nate Pyle about how the election year has affected their congregations and the ways they are navigating that social landscape within their churches. Listen to this first of several podcasts in 2024 as they discuss the unique ways they have each worked with the leade…
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Trisha and Jim continue their insightful discussion on boundaries in this week's podcast. Join them as they discuss your questions about boundaries and the benefits and struggles of implementing them in personal and professional leadership roles. Conversation Overview Flourishing Within Boundaries Boundaries and Emotional Maturity Working Within a …
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Join Trisha and Jim as they discuss the importance of respecting boundaries not just for the benefit of ourselves, but for the benefit of those around us. Together they discuss the complexities of setting and keeping boundaries while maintianing healthy relationships. "Boundaries are not something we put on others, boundaries are something that we …
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Join Jim and Trisha as they discuss how we as the church can embrace the paradigm shift to a new structure in a church without walls. Their insightful conversation with this week’s guest, Terry Walling, offers a unique perspective on how nomadic believers are truly helping grow the church as they act as disciples within the community. Terry Walling…
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Exploring Vulnerability as a Leader with Jacob Morgan
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Join Jim and Trisha as they discuss the concept of being vulnerable as a leader with author and keynote speaker, Jacob Morgan. Listen as they explore how the skill of balancing vulnerability and competency can empower leaders in both personal and professional settings. Jacob Morgan is a remarkable and successful leader,keynote speaker, trained futu…
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Navigating Change and Embracing Values with Pastors Ted and Jess from Evanston Vineyard Church
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Join Jim and Trisha as they speak with pastors Ted and Jess from Evanston Vineyard Church about intentional change. Discover how their approach to transformation involves coaching, diverse perspectives, and the formation of clear, shared values. Ted Kim, who has been pastoring and ministering in churches for more than 20 years in Washington, Califo…
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Being stuck in problems and situations can be a significant hindrance to your ability to effectively lead and inspire those around you. Rather than move forward, you may find yourself focused on problems that prevent you from reaching your goals. Learn to resolve those situations so that they become a source of growth. Listen in this latest podcast…
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Shifting to the Missional Model with Pastor Mac McCarthy
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adership, shedding light on helpful practices that can guide church leaders through the shift from an attractional growth model to a missional one. Joining them on this insightful exploration is the experienced and dynamic Mac McCarthy, Lead Pastor at Crosspoint Community Church in Milwaukee. Pastor Mac McCarthy is a seasoned leader with over 15 ye…
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Leadership, Focus and the Art of Paying Attention with Ann Kansfield
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What if leadership is mostly about paying attention? In this episode, Trisha and Jim engage in a thought-provoking conversation with their guest, Ann Kansfield. Ann delves into her personal experiences with leadership and how important a role focus and attentiveness plays. A primary task of leadership is to direct attention for ourselves and those …
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Togetherness and Individuality with Dr. Michael DeRuyter
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Join host Jim Herrington and Dr. Michael DeRuyter in an enlightening discussion as they uncover the delicate interplay between individuality and togetherness forces within leadership environments. Dr. DeRuyter is a distinguished expert in Bowen Family Systems Theory and leadership development, offers profound insights and practical strategies to he…
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In this episode, Jim and Trisha talk with Chris Field, founder of Mercy Project, author, and speaker. They dive into the significance of systems thinking for leaders, emphasizing how it can address complex problems and instill hope within their organizations. Through his own journey, Chris highlights the value of long-term commitment, warns against…
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Leadership and Rest, Sabbath and Sabbaticals
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Leaders who rigorously practice rest and who learn to work from rest, not work for rest, move past performance and entitlement and can sustain healthy leadership for the long haul. This episode delves into the importance of rest, relaxation, and sabbaticals for everyone, especially leaders in various organizations. Rusty discusses the need for indi…
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Rethinking Conflict with Brian Keepers and Heidi De Jonge: Part 2
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If we can’t or won’t engage conflict, we can’t lead effectively. It’s as simple as that. Fortunately, managing ourselves in conflict can be learned, unlearned and re-learned as we use conflict as a powerful opportunity for growth and change. We wrapped up part 1 with a question from Trisha, how do we manage ourselves and stay open hearted even when…
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Rethinking Conflict with Brian Keepers and Heidi De Jonge: Part 1
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If we can’t or won’t engage conflict, we can’t lead effectively. It’s as simple as that. Fortunately, managing ourselves in conflict can be learned, unlearned and re-learned as we use conflict as a powerful opportunity for growth and change. Conversation Overview: What is the goal of conflict? Mental models of conflict Formative experiences with co…
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Quit Getting In Your Own Way (Rebroadcast)
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Welcome back to another episode of The Leader's Journey podcast. Today we're sharing one of our favorite episodes from 2019, Quit Getting In Your Own Way. This episode is a deep dive into the complexities of leadership and the often-overlooked reality that we can be our own biggest obstacles. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting your l…
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Beyond Fight/Flight: The Fawn Response (People pleasing and Peacekeeping)
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In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Chuck DeGroat to talk about the natural reactivity we have to anxiety. We’ve talked a lot about fight and flight, conflict and distancing, but we don’t always add two other instinctive reactions: freeze and fawn. We may aspire to peace-making but we often settle for peace keeping and people-pleasing. When we can…
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Join Cyd, Geoff, and Rusty McKie as they discuss generosity, when instability compounds, and how Jesus' joy makes us joyful people. If you or someone you know is in a lean season, Geoff and Cyd remind us that when Jesus gives us what we need that we have enough. Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw are co-founders of Embodied Faith. Cyd is also an integrative co…
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Better Together with Trisha Taylor and Jim Herrington
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Join Trisha Taylor, Jim Herrington, and Rusty McKie as they discuss the complexities of leadership today. Here are a few of the topics that they touch on: • The gift of differences • Combating loneliness as a leader • Navigating polarizing ideas • Surviving getting pulled in multiple directions • How to grow in love • The power of Jesus to unite us…
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Connecting with Creation: A Conversation with Dr. Robert Creech
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We grow our emotional maturity when we see ourselves and our relationships as part of creation and stay in touch with the natural world around us. Conversation overview: Are we, humans, disconnected from nature? What is the relationship between emotional maturity and connection to the natural world? What are some practices that can bring us back in…
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Managing Self in Triangles #2 Managing Self in Triangles #2 with Steve Cuss
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In this episode, we continue our series on learning to managing self in triangles. Joining us for this conversation is our esteemed guest and good friend, Steve Cuss. As a reminder, this series is exploring the idea that triangles are neither good nor bad, but they are tricky and when you can see the triangles you’re in and understand how they work…
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Join Alison Cook and Rusty as they discuss discernment in the creative process, in difficult seasons of life, and in letting Jesus heal the tender places in your soul. If you’re in a season where you need to make some decisions or simply get oriented to where you actually are, this episode will help you identify and navigate where you’re going. Con…
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Join Kari and Rusty as they discuss the freedom of being mediocre, the contentment that is birthed out of death, and not taking yourself too seriously. Kari's reflections on 6 years of instability will surely encourage you at some point. Connect with Kari on Facebook and Twitter. Check out her work over at https://www.karipatterson.com/. Leading in…
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Managing Self in Triangles with Dr. Jenny Brown
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Triangles are not good or bad….but they are tricky. We're excited to kick off our new two-part series, "Managing Self in Triangles". Our guest for this episode is Dr. Jenny Brown, the founder and executive director of the Family Systems Institute and Family Systems Practice in Sydney, Australia. Dr. Brown is the author of the insightful book, "Grow…
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Miles Dieffenbach talks playing football for Penn State and the Steelers, fighting cancer, investments, and PB&J's.
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This episode we talk to former Penn State football player Miles Dieffenbach! From fighting cancer to breaking into the investment industry, he leaves no stone unturned. Miles talks about why he had to eat quadruple-decker peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and why he would love to teleport to Sao Paulo Brazil. You can connect more with Miles here: …
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Join Ted and Rusty as they discuss living with a relaxed posture, preparing to suffer, and letting God hold all of life. If you're in a season of suffering (or walking with someone who is), this conversation will encourage you. Connect with Ted on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Check out his work over at Desert Direction (https://desertdirection…
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In this episode, Jim and Trisha look back on The Leader's Journey, discuss key lessons and express gratitude for their clients, listeners, and the growth they've experienced through their work. We hope you'll connect with this authentic conversation. Conversation Overview: Jim & Trisha discuss their history working together The context, culture, an…
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Join Winn and Rusty as they discuss beauty, pain, resurrection, and how Jesus holds space for it all. If you're longing for beauty and love, this conversation is for you. Connect with Winn on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Purchase his book book — A Burning in My Bones (https://a.co/d/dz0c8LP). And check out his work at the Eugene Peterson Cente…
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Practices for Courage: Growing Courage in Leadership
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Knowing and doing the right thing is hard. Staying calm and saying the course in the face of the resulting opposition can be even harder, and requires us to practice courage intentionally. In this episode, the third in our series on courage, Jim and Trisha are joined by Jessica Shults and Mac McCarthy who discuss their unique, yet similar, pastoral…
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Enjoying Your Life with Michelle Van Loon
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Join Rusty and Michelle Van Loon (speaker and author) as they discuss memory, midlife crises, stages of faith, how our origin story shapes our church family, and so much more. When is the last time you considered your family history? If you think about it or not, it's actively impacting your life. In today’s conversation, Michelle helps us understa…
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Cat Videos and Doing Your Best with Wendy Alsup
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Join Rusty and Wendy Alsup (speaker and author) as they discuss what analogies control our life, what to do when life falls apart, and our need to get ongoing support from Jesus. When is the last time if felt like your life was falling apart? Or maybe you feel more like your life is a constant battle. In today’s conversation, Wendy speaks beautiful…
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Practices for Courage: Facing Trauma & Pain
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Facing trauma and pain in constructive and redemptive ways requires us to practice courage intentionally. With David Zailer, author of Death of a Fisherman, Trisha and Jim continue their series on courage. Together they discuss an important question from David’s life and book: “How will you and I grow through hardship and suffering?” Conversation O…
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Join Rusty and Aundi Kolber (therapist and author) as they discuss compassion, moving through pain, and God's kindness in it all. Have you ever struggled to feel safe with people? Maybe you know others love you and are for you, yet you still can’t shake feelings of insecurity around them? One of the most challenging relationships to experience this…
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Practices for Courage: Saying Yes, Saying No
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Podcast guest Nathan Herrington helps Jim and Trisha explore practices that can sustain courage in the third episode of a series that focuses on growing our emotional maturity. By saying yes to life on its own terms we lean into how we can learn to be courageous, and essentially more effective leaders through working on intentional focused practice…
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Being with Yourself and Being with God with John Starke
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Join Rusty and John Starke (Pastor of Apostles Uptown in New York and author) as they discuss prayer, waiting on the Lord, and how to refuse building a golden calf in the wilderness. If you are in a dark season with God, then this episode is for you. Follow John on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Get John's new book today — Secret Place of Thunder…
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In today’s podcast, we discuss how leaders often live in a pace that stands in the way of being able to grow our emotional maturity. Our guest, April Fiet, is a pastor and author whose book The Sacred Pulse: Holy Rhythms for Overwhelmed Souls posits that the process of slowing down helps us live into our callings by tapping into holy rhythms which …
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Pat Strollo, CFA, talks college football, MBA vs. CFA, and cooking
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In this episode, we talk to Pat Strollo, III, CFA, the newest board member to join CFA Pittsburgh. Pat is a lover of skiing, cooking, and college football. We discuss the pros and cons of getting an MBA versus getting a CFA. He also thinks Nick Cage would play him in a movie, and we have to agree! You can connect with Pat here: https://www.linkedin…
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The Lord is my Strength with Trillia Newbell
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Join Rusty and Trillia Newbell (author and acquisitions director at Moody Publishing - https://www.trillianewbell.com) as they discuss how sorrow and joy depend on each other, feeling disoriented by the people of God, and the gift of faith in Jesus. If you've ever been confused by the people of God, then this episode is for you. Follow Trillia on F…
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In the first episode of season 2, join Rusty and Jesse Eubanks (founder and executive director of Love Thy Neighborhood - lovethyneighborhood.org) as they discuss how pain turns to goodness, how the truth escapes from jail, and how to stay present to the presence of Jesus. If you've ever been surprised by your pain and not known what to do with it,…
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Disrupting Our Autopilot: The Only Way Things Change
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The only way to be different is to do different—seeing our autopilot ways of being and disrupting them is the only way change happens. I rarely struggle to know what I believe the right thing to do is but I often have the inability to do the right thing…I normally know the right things about how to relate, how to do relationships, and when I get an…
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Get excited and join me for season two of The Art of Stability.
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As a learning community, we want to share some of our best resources with you, let you get to know our team a little better and give you a peek into what we’re learning. We hold a shared belief that, especially in a context where the pace of change is so rapid, ongoing learning that is fed by curiosity about what’s happening in our ministry context…
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The gold standard of leadership is calm, principled presence in the face of challenge. This requires commitment and practice to do the inside-out work of growing a calmer self. About Nate Pyle Nate is an author, blogger and ordained pastor in the Reformed Church in America. In 2015, Nate released his first book, Man Enough: How Jesus Redefines Manh…
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