Best Joel Limbauan Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 249: Why Meetings Are Where the Most Important Work is Done 9:33

4h ago9:33

9:33

On this episode we’ll explore the most important organizational management guru you’ve never heard of – and what she can teach us about the important work of meetings. . . . Coaching is THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY leaders can grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospar…

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BibleProject’s Tim Mackie and Jon Collins on Eating Like Jesus [Bonus Episode] 48:41

13h ago48:41

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“Meals were the main venue for the arrival of God's kingdom,” says Tim Mackie, describing the work of Jesus in the books of Luke and Acts. In this unique bonus episode, host Verlon Fosner and producer Chris Morton welcome BibleProject’s Tim Mackie (Bible scholar) and Jon Collins (Explainer and Visual Storyteller) to help us understand why Jesus’ mi…

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Ep 248: FROM THE VAULT: 2 Different Kinds of Time 11:44

13h ago11:44

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On this episode, we’ll go back into the vault and pull out one of our favorite episodes on one of the most important topics we can explore: stewarding time wisely. . . . Coaching is THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY leaders can grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartner…

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The Loneliness Epidemic and the Church with Heather Jallad, Shannon Kiser, Luke Edwards, and Chris Morton 53:26

21h ago53:26

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“Loneliness isn't just an uncomfortable feeling; it's dangerous to us as individuals and as a society.” In 2023, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy went so far as to declare it an epidemic. "Being socially disconnected is...[as detrimental as] caused by smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day..." Failing to address it would lead Americans to "further retr…

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Ep 247: Evaluating Our Leadership Health 8:13

11d ago8:13

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Summer is a great time for some reflection and evaluation. So let’s evaluate how you’re doing in all areas of your life and leadership. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your cal…

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Episode 4: Starting a Dinner Church in the Midst of Chaos with David Kidd (CORRECTED) 45:20

2h ago45:20

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Is there a “right” time to plant a Dinner Church? Probably not, according to David Kidd, a Dinner Church leader in Ohio. David’s congregation was in the midst of major transitions when he and his team started a new table-centered ministry. While it was a chaotic time, they now have a thriving community alongside their established congregation, and …

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Ep 246: 2 Significant Questions That Can Shape How You Approach New Opportunities 9:45

16d ago9:45

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By J.R. Briggs

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Episode 10: Intergenerational and Music Ministries with Trish Johnsen and Brad and Joanie Perry 48:24

9d ago48:24

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Engaging all ages in ministry is core to the work of the church, but the reality of rural life can make that complicated. In this episode, we’ll hear about creative ways to incorporate children and adults into the life of rural congregations, even in the face of declining populations and limited resources. Listen in to learn about how the “Messy Ch…

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Ep 245: Knowing Your Leadership Strengths in Each Decade of Life 8:53

14d ago8:53

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On this episode we’ll the unique strength that resides in each decade of your life - and how resilient leaders can identify, cultivate, and steward each particular strength in your life and leadership. To read the article on these 7 strengths click here: https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg25033413-100-the-7-primes-of-life-why-each-decade-comes-…

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Episode 3: Leading Five Thriving Dinner Churches with Josh Gering 40:17

14d ago40:17

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What if your church is thriving, but not in the way you want it to? In this discussion, you’ll hear from Josh Gering, who oversees five dinner churches in a County that is exactly between Seattle, WA and Portland, OR. Josh’s church was doing great, but they wanted to reach more people outside of the reach of their church. This interview highlights …

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Ep 244: Great Leaders Befriend Elephants 11:38

19d ago11:38

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We’ve heard about naming the elephants. What if we went a step further and befriended them? If we’re doing to be a resilient leader, we must have the courage to name those big, hairy, gray pachyderms. _______ Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just vi…

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Episode 9: Small Acts of Love in the Skeptical Places with Jamie McMahan 55:51

19d ago55:51

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What can churches do in a culture known for its skepticism? Nestled between Seattle and the Olympic National Forest, Belfair Community Church focuses on consistent, small acts that reflect God’s love and goodness. In this inspiring interview, you’ll hear from A Culture of Scarcity And a God of Abundance: Leading a Church into a Bigger, Better, More…

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Ep 243: Leading Others Who Are Older Than You 10:53

1M ago10:53

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Leaders – especially younger leaders – are effective at leading people who are younger than them or who are their age. But they often struggle to lead people who are older than them. We’ll explore 8 ways to build trust and connection in leading those who are older than you. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Inter…

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Episode 2: Who Can Lead a Dinner Church? with Jeremy Veninga 43:36

1M ago43:36

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Who starts a Dinner Church? In this episode, Verlon reconnects with Jeremy Veninga, who leads two Dinner Churches in St. Louis. Jeremy describes his sense of calling, and how he overcame his lack of formal education. Listen and learn how God is using everyday people to do extraordinary things.By Fresh Expressions NA

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Ep 242: 2 Easy & Effective Steps Leaders Rarely Take 10:43

2M ago10:43

10:43

On this episode we explore the 2 actions few leaders engage in, but are so crucial to leadership. They may not seem exciting, but they are irreplaceable to effective leadership. And it doesn’t need to take a lot of time or energy – just intention. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires …

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Episode 8: Church at the Opry 45:51

2M ago45:51

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What do you do when you know there are people in your small town who need a community and a place to learn about Jesus, but they aren’t coming to your church? Sharon White led her church through a process of listening for needs and opportunities in their small town of Waco, Ga. When they discovered a shared passion for Bluegrass music they prayed f…

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Ep 241: Blue Turf Moments 7:59

2M ago7:59

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Every leader has to learn to navigate change. We’ll look at what we can learn about change from a college that installed blue artificial turf on their football field. What’s your blue turf moment? . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit ht…

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Episode 1: Introducing the Dinner Church School of Leadership 42:27

2M ago42:27

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Dinner Church is a simple, Biblical, and transformative approach to starting new expressions of Church. In Season 2, Dinner Church Collective founder and director Verlon Fosner is checking in with some of our exciting and committed leaders, each of whom has graduated from the Dinner Church School of Leadership. Because of their passion to start and…

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Ep 240: 3 Areas of a Leader’s Time 10:13

2M ago10:13

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In this episode, J.R. unpacks the three primary areas of a leader’s time: think time, face time, and admin time. To be resilient in our leadership, we must think strategically about these three areas. They can have a dramatic impact on how you spend your time and how you lead. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. In…

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Episode 7: Brad Roth: Understanding the Places You're Called To 49:37

2M ago49:37

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The stories of news media and Hollywood often focus on major coastal cities. But God is at work everywhere and the small towns and rural communities of North America are a testimony to God’s goodness. In this interview, Brad Roth, Mennonite pastor and award-winning author, shares about the importance of place, people watching and recognizing people…

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Ep 239: Prayers Briefly Spoken 9:25

2M ago9:25

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One of the most important ways to remain resilient in our leadership is to have a rooted and ongoing prayer life. But sometimes prayer can feel complicated and dry. When we get to this point, one of the most important things we can do is simply be honest and succinct. Here J.R. shares some short prayers he’s learned to pray the past few years – wha…

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Alan Graham & Gannon Sims: Passions, Forged Family and Homelessness 50:29

2M ago50:29

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What happens when you follow the passions God has given you? Can God use your passions to help address some of the major issues facing our culture? In this bonus episode of the Fresh Expressions podcast, you’ll meet Alan Graham and hear how his passion led him to start Community First! Village, a master-planned neighborhood where the chronically ho…

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Ep 238: 3 Word Wisdom 10:09

3M ago10:09

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On today’s episode, J.R. shares what he calls 3 Word Wisdom - little bits of valuable wisdom about life, faith, and leadership that are only three words long. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coachi…

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Ep 237: Why Managing Your Energy is Better Than Managing Your Time 10:36

3M ago10:36

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On this episode, J.R. unpacks the principles from a valuable book, ‘The Power of Full Engagement’ and how we must think about energy management more than time management. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnership…

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Bonus Episode: Small Churches on Mission with Chris Backert 46:06

3M ago46:06

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Most churches are “small churches,” but they don’t always get the attention, resources and support they need. In this episode, Senior Director Chris Backert shares what he sees happening across North America and the exciting things that can only happen in smaller congregations.By Fresh Expressions NA

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Ep 236: Context Determines Structure 9:11

3M ago9:11

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On this episode we explore what sports can teach us about how we structure our teams and organizations. The context always determines the structure. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to sche…

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Episode 6: Churches and Rural Healthcare with Allen Stanton and Sidney Everhart 1:01:29

3M ago1:01:29

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Of the challenges facing rural North America, health care remains one of the most pressing. What can local churches do to help? In this episode, Allen Stanton, author or Reclaiming Rural returns alongside Sidney Everhart to discuss how they've seen churches help their members and their communities stay healthy.…

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Ep 235: From Thinking Like a Mother to Thinking Like a Midwife 10:22

3M ago10:22

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Resilient leaders must undergo paradigm shifts. And one of those shifts is to move from thinking like a mother to thinking like a midwife. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your …

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Ep 234: Humble Confidence, Confident Humility 8:24

4M ago8:24

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Leadership requires an immense amount of humility AND large doses of confidence. Finding the right balance requires a great deal of wisdom and discernment. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching …

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Episode 5: Robert Frazier: Where City Churches and Rural Churches Meet 48:45

4M ago48:45

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Robert Frazier might not be the first person you think of when you consider the needs of rural churches. Robert planted Redemption Hill, a network of microchurches in Boise, Idaho, and founded The City Network. However, Boise is the only major city in the region, and their ministry has expanded to the suburbs, exurbs, and rural areas in the two-hou…

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Ep 233: The Most Influential Band You’ve Never Heard Of 7:04

4M ago7:04

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Ever heard of the band The Velvet Underground? Most people haven’t. But the band’s influence is inspiring and gives us much to learn about when it comes to resilient leadership. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospart…

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Ep 232: How to Harness the Voice in Your Head 11:34

4M ago11:34

11:34

You know that little voice in your head? Yeah, that one. As a leader it’s important we learn to harness that inner voice for good in order to help us navigate life and leadership with clarity, confidence, and consistency. On this episode we’ll learn how to harness that voice based on the research from author Ethan Kross’ book ‘Chatter.’ . . . Coach…

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Episode 4: Ron Johnston: Why (Some) Churches Change and Others Do Not 49:40

4M ago49:40

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Times change, but the same can’t always be said of churches. Why is it that some take risks and try new things, while others can’t seem to get unstuck? In this overwhelmingly encouraging conversation, Ron Johnston, Executive Director of Small Church Connections in Canada, shares practical steps pastors can take to build trust and cast vision with t…

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Ep 231: Shoutouts: the Who, the What, and the How 11:32

4M ago11:32

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On this episode, J.R. gets to (healthily) brag about what he sees in some of the great leaders he gets to serve in coaching, as well as challenge you to think through your shoutouts – the who, the what, and the how. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching …

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Ep 230: The Danger of Cynicism 9:36

4M ago9:36

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Cynicism is the cultural air we breathe. It’s the spirit of the age. But it’s destructive and corrosive on our soul. Today we’ll explore the danger of cynicism and how to avoid being a cynical leader. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visi…

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S2E3: Rural Churches, Excellent Preaching with Patricia Batten 59:50

5M ago59:50

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Many rural church leaders are part-time or bi-vocational. With such high demands on their time, what does "excellent" preaching look like? Patricia Batten, Assistant Professor of Preaching at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, provides encouragement and direction for rural church leaders doing their best with limited resources. She also shares he…

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Ep 229: Developing Your Own Personal Board of Directors 11:33

5M ago11:33

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Organizations and companies have board of directors. Have you ever thought about developing your own personal board of directors? J.R. talks about his own personal board of directors and the benefits of having one. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching c…

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Ep 228 - REBOOT: What We Can Learn from the Savannah Bananas 13:26

5M ago13:26

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Today we explore the story of an organization and its founders and how they have created a dynamic culture. In this episode we’ll explore the intentionality behind the minor league baseball team the Savannah Bananas. Trust us on this one: you don’t want to miss this! · ESPN article on the Bananas: https://africa.espn.com/mlb/insider/story/_/id/3158…

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S2E2: More Relational, Less Professional with David Blackwell 1:00:16

5M ago1:00:16

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With many rural areas declining in population, "growth" is an impossible goal. What should churches do instead? David Blackwell returns to the podcast to explore a more "relational" model of ministry. With a keen awareness of the average rural and small church, Blackwell outlines a realistic approach to leading a highly engaged and mission-driven c…

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Ep 227: Why You Need to Get Out of Your ZIP Code Regularly 10:28

5M ago10:28

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On this episode J.R. shares about the crucial practice of engaging in personal off-site days – why it’s important, and how & when to do it. . . . Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your…

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Ep 226 – REBOOT: Questionable Influence 7:53

5M ago7:53

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It was Peter Drucker who said, “The leader of the past may have been the one who offered all the right answers, but the leader of the future will be the one who asks all the right questions.” On this REBOOT episode, J.R. talks about one of his favorite topics: question-asking. He unpacks why leaders must lead with questionable influence; they must …

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S2E1: Authenticity, Excellence, and Small, Rural Churches with Brandon O'Brien 57:15

5M ago57:15

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Should small, rural churches aim for excellence, authenticity, or both? Many well-known, usually large churches, are known to strive for "excellence" in their production of weekend worship. This can leave small churches, with fewer means, feeling like they have to keep up. Brandon O'Brien offers an alternative for small churches to aim instead to r…

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Ep 225: Timing is (Almost) Everything 12:09

6M ago12:09

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Leadership experts talk a lot about why we do things. They talk about what we do. They talk about how we do them. But we don’t spend very much time talking about WHEN we do things. Today we look at the connection between resiliency and when we engage in various activities based on Daniel Pink’s masterful book. When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfec…

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Ep 224: Thinking Backward 10:17

6M ago10:17

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J.R. explores inversion thinking, developed by Carl Jacobi and made famous by Charlie Munger. Inversion thinking (also known as backward thinking) takes us through the backdoor of our thinking to help us arrive at a better, more robust understanding. It also helps us when we disagree with others in conversation. Link to read more about Charlie Mung…

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Ep 223: The Hardest Person You Will Ever Lead 10:15

6M ago10:15

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Who is the hardest person you will ever lead? It will always be yourself. Today we look at how our resilience in leadership is determined not on our good days, but on our bad days. *** Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospar…

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Ep 222: “Wait, what?” and Other Questions to Guide Your Life 10:44

6M ago10:44

10:44

In 2016, Jim Ryan delivered a commencement speech that went viral – and then turned it into a book. He shared the 5 questions graduates should ask frequently throughout their lifetime. We’ll look at the questions – and then J.R. submits his own set of questions. *** Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicki…

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Ep 221: Tackling the Odd-Numbered Questions 9:42

7M ago9:42

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Coaching is THE number one way people grow in their leadership. Interested in kicking the tires for a free exploratory coaching call? Just visit http://www.kairospartnerships.org/coaching to schedule your call today. And if you are a young leader looking to take your leadership to the next level in 2024 – or you know of young leaders who do - check…

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Ep 220: The Gift of Banter 7:58

7M ago7:58

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Banter is not a word we use regularly, but when it comes to leadership, we need to learn to value it more. Banter in leadership can help us to connect deeper with others and remind others (and ourselves) to not take ourselves too seriously. Leadership about trust – and trust is about connection. And one of the ways to create connection is through a…

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Do Not Despise Small Beginnings with Dr. Chris Backert 44:02

7M ago44:02

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Does your ministry feel insignificant? Churches large and small have struggled with a decline in attendance since pandemic restrictions were lifted. But scripture teaches us not to despise small beginnings. In this episode, Dr. Chris Backert, North American Director of Fresh Expressions returns to discuss the opportunities that lay ahead for church…

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Ep 219: Don’t Try to Boil the Ocean This Week 9:05

7M ago9:05

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A new year brings new goals, ideas, projects, and opportunities. And if we are not careful, it also brings unnecessary expectations and pressures to get everything done in the first week back. We don’t need to try and boil the ocean this week. We just need to get a few things done by Friday. _________ Want to see your leadership enhanced on a daily…

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