Summary

In this episode, the conversation explores the journey of leadership within the context of missions, focusing on the experiences of Steve Schmidt, a reluctant leader who transitioned from missionary work to leadership roles. The discussion emphasizes the importance of building trust, navigating conflict, and the need for humility and self-awareness in leadership. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their strengths, support their teams, and lead with kindness and understanding.

Links mentioned in the episode.

1. Watership Down by Richard Adams
   A classic adventure novel about a group of wild rabbits seeking a new home.
   🔗 Official Publisher Page – Simon & Schuster

2. Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World by General Stanley McChrystal
   Explores how organizations can adapt to complexity through decentralized leadership.
   🔗 McChrystal Group Official Book Page

3. The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else in Business by Patrick Lencioni
   Focuses on the importance of organizational health for business success.
   🔗 The Table Group – Official Book Page

4. The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict by Ken Sande
   Provides a biblical approach to resolving personal conflicts.
   🔗 Relational Wisdom 360 – Official Book Page

5. PeaceWise
   An Australian organization offering biblical peacemaking training and resources.
   🔗 PeaceWise Official Website

Takeaways

• It's okay to play to your strengths.

• Building trust is essential for effective teamwork.
• Conflict can be a catalyst for growth.
• Humility is crucial in leadership roles.
• Leaders should support and empower their teams.
• Listening is a key skill for leaders.
• Navigating conflict requires a thoughtful approach.
• Emerging leaders should be kind to themselves.
• Leading up involves building trust with superiors.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Personal Journeys

03:02 The Reluctant Leader's Journey

06:06 Building Trust and Team Dynamics

08:58 Navigating Conflict in Leadership

11:56 The Importance of Humility and Self-Awareness

15:05 Leading Up and Supporting Others

18:03 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Emerging Leaders