Episode 10: The Art of Failure – Growing Through Leadership Challenges

Failure isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of real leadership growth. In this episode, Matt and Gene explore why mistakes and resistance are not roadblocks, but stepping stones to becoming a stronger, more resilient leader. Discover how to reframe setbacks, navigate tough feedback, and turn obstacles into opportunities for innovation and trust-building. Whether you’re leading a team, an organization, or yourself, this conversation will equip you with practical strategies to embrace failure as a catalyst for success.

Unlock your leadership potential in 2025 with Episode 9 of Holy Grit: Leadership that Lasts! Join us as we dive into realistic, actionable strategies to help you not just lead—but thrive as a leader in today’s landscape.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

Emerging leadership trends shaping 2025—from hybrid teams to purpose-driven leadership.

Proven growth tactics, including daily habits and mindset shifts that set extraordinary leaders apart.

How to lead with resilience and authenticity, even in uncertainty.

Insights on building lasting influence, nurturing trust, and empowering others to succeed.

Real stories of transformation—how everyday leaders broke through their limits.

Whether you're stepping into a leadership role for the first time, aiming to elevate your impact, or future-proofing your leadership style—you’ll leave inspired, equipped, and ready for bold action.

What You'll Learn:

3 steps to level up your leadership skills—starting today

The one mindset shift that accelerates growth

How to lead teams with grit, empathy, and clarity in 2025

Episode 8: Impactful Leadership

Holy GRIT: Leadership That Lasts

In Episode 8, Gene & Matt explore what truly distinguishes average leadership from genuinely impactful leadership. Join them as they:

Unpack the mindset and character traits that elevate leadership beyond management to inspiration and transformation.

Deliver a daily dose of encouragement, giving you that boost of perspective and energy to make today—and every day—count.

Share personal insights on courageous leadership, grounded in authenticity, conviction, and the strength to lead when it matters most.

Whether you're building a team, guiding a community, or influencing your own life, this episode equips you to lead with intention, resilience, and meaningful impact.

Episode 7: Discovering Judas! Recognizing Toxicity in the Workplace

Not every smiling face is a friend. In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the subtle signs of betrayal and dysfunction at work—because sometimes the real problem isn't performance, but poisoned culture.

We unpack three powerful truths about toxic team members, drawn from both ancient wisdom and modern leadership insights:

✅ Not Every Handshake Means Loyalty

Just like Judas shared the table while plotting betrayal, some team members play the part while working against the mission. Learn how to recognize red flags behind the facade.

🔋 One Bad Battery Drains the Whole Device

A single toxic person can quietly drain your team's energy, morale, and momentum. We explore how to spot—and stop—the hidden drain before it burns everyone out.

🔥 Sometimes You Have to Fire to Forge

Growth requires hard decisions. Whether it's a tough conversation, a role change, or letting someone go, we discuss why courage is essential to protect culture and propel progress.

If you’ve ever felt something was “off” on your team but couldn’t name it—this episode is for you.

Episode 6: How to Develop Healthy Cultures

What makes a culture healthy—and how do you build one from the ground up? In this episode, we explore the key ingredients of a thriving culture, whether in a workplace, a community, or a team. You'll hear practical strategies for fostering trust, psychological safety, accountability, and shared values. We also unpack common cultural pitfalls—like toxicity, misalignment, and passive leadership—and offer guidance on how to turn things around when the culture is struggling.

Whether you're a leader, team member, or just passionate about building better environments, this episode will give you tools to intentionally shape a culture that supports growth, resilience, and authentic connection.

Topics Covered:

The difference between organic and intentional culture

Signals of a healthy vs. toxic culture

Why values need to be lived, not just stated

The role of leadership in culture-building

Small changes that create big cultural shifts

Tune in to learn how healthy cultures are made—not just managed.

Boundaries aren’t walls—they’re wisdom. In this episode, your hosts Gene and Matt dive into one of the most overlooked traits of effective leadership: the ability to set, communicate, and protect healthy boundaries.

Too often, leaders equate sacrifice with success, but burnout isn't a badge of honor. Great leadership doesn't mean being available 24/7, saying yes to everything, or carrying everyone's emotional weight. It means knowing where you end and others begin—and leading from that clarity.

This conversation is equal parts practical and personal as your hosts share stories, hard-earned lessons, and tactical tips on how the best leaders set boundaries that create freedom, focus, and long-term impact.

What separates the best from the great? In this episode, your hosts Gene and Matt dig into the uncommon habits, mindsets, and decisions that set elite leaders apart from the rest.

Taking turns, they each bring real-world examples, hard-earned insights, and even a few hot takes on the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways the best leaders think, act, and lead differently. From how they build trust, to how they handle failure, to how they develop other leaders—this is not your average leadership list. Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or just trying to lead yourself better, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and give you fresh ways to level up your own leadership.

“Hey—if your tank is empty right now, I want you to hear this: You're not failing. You're human. And even in your frustration, your fatigue, or that ‘I’m so over it’ feeling—you’re still leading. Maybe not at full speed, but still with heart. Still with purpose.”

“Leadership was never about being the strongest one in the room. It’s about being real, being faithful, and knowing when to rest—not just push.”

“So today, give yourself permission to pause. To breathe. To refill. And remember this: even slow steps still move you forward. You don’t have to feel it to still be walking in your calling.”

“You’re not alone. You’re not weak. You’re just worn. And that can be healed. So don’t give up—reset. Reconnect. And come back stronger.”

“Until next time—lead with heart, lead with honesty, and keep going. Even empty tanks can still reach purpose when God is the fuel.”

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“So, here’s the truth: You don’t have to be preachy to be powerful. You don’t need to quote Scripture every five minutes to lead like Jesus. You just need to live it—through how you serve, how you listen, how you treat people when no one’s watching.”

“Jesus didn’t lead with a spotlight—He led with a towel. And the good news? That kind of leadership still flips the world upside down.”

“If you’ve been wrestling with how to lead your team, your family, your business, or your community with faith and without being ‘weird’—take this with you: let people experience the heart of Jesus through your integrity, your compassion, your courage, and your consistency.”

“You don’t have to speak His name in every sentence for people to know you’ve been with Him.”

“Until next time—lead with love, lead with wisdom, and remember: your life might be the only sermon someone hears this week. Make it count.”

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Leadership isn’t about having it all together—it’s about showing up, growing, and leading with authenticity. In this episode, we unpack the truth that the best leaders don’t lead from perfection—they lead from presence. They ask the right questions, stay humble, and keep moving forward.

We explore how God doesn’t call the qualified—He qualifies the called, and how walking through hard seasons actually strengthens your leadership. True influence isn’t built on flawless execution but on genuine connection.

Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just stepping into your calling, this conversation will encourage you to embrace your imperfections, lead with courage, and walk confidently—even if you walk with a limp.

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