In this powerful episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with leadership legend Dr. Sam Chand for an honest and deeply practical conversation about what real growth requires—and why so many leaders stall before they reach their potential.

TIMESTAMPS
2:16 - Leadership is Who You Are
4:34 - Systems, Scale, and Honest Self-Assessment
8:46 - Hunger, Curiosity, and Capacity
11:55 - Imagination as a Leadership Muscle
16:40 - When-and-Then Thinking Stifles Vision
19:40 - Wins You’ll Never See
22:30 - Growth Equals Pain Framework
27:40 - Playing to Win vs. Not to Lose
31:40 - Control the Uncontrollables: Grow Yourself
35:20 - Questions that Unlock Imagination
39:10 - Comfort vs. Growth: Choosing Forward

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Sam Chand Leadership Institute: https://setyourowntuition.com/
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Jeff Little and Dino Rizzo reveal how a serving posture fuels real growth. Learn to start with what you have, partner wisely, “see the one,” and build a culture where compassion multiplies. It’s not about bigger buildings—it’s about a bigger heart. Use these practical plays with your team now!

TIMESTAMPS
2:20 - Humble Beginnings and Early Ministry Stories
3:20 - A Burden for Single Moms Takes Shape
5:05 - From One Act of Kindness to Scalable Service
7:05 - Bigger Buildings of Bigger Love?
10:15 - Designing a Gathering to Build Leaders
12:25 - Serve Day Impact & Community Partners
15:05 - Outreach Starts with What You Have
18:05 - Understanding Your City's Needs
25:00 - Is The Church Healthy Right now?
28:00 - Global Signs of Renewal and Hope
31:00 - Lift Up Your Eyes: Regaining Perspective

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Every leader wants a winning team—but few know how to build one. In this conversation, Jon Gordon and Jeff Little share the real ingredients behind high-trust, high-performing teams: consistency, clarity, and commitment. Discover why culture beats strategy, how to move from “goals” to “commitments,” and why helping others grow is the greatest growth strategy of all.

TIMESTAMPS
3:02 - Why Teams Beat Solo Leaders
7:46 - Principles & Practices of Leadership
9:50 - Culture, Values, and Cascading Leadership
15:40 - Consistency, Trust, And Positive Energy
19:15 - Engagement Over Dictation In Modern Leadership
23:40 - Accessibility, Listening, & Learning
28:10 - Bridging Pastors & Marketplace Leaders
33:20 - The Power of Valuing People
36:20 - Commit to the Person, Moment, Team
40:30 - Culture Fit, Letting People Find The Right Team
44:05 - Clarity Of Vision, Roles, And Buy-In

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What does it take to build a championship team—on the field and in the church?

Pastor Jeff sits down with Coach Tom Mullins to talk about the plays that never stop working: servant leadership, character, and culture.

From football locker rooms to a thriving church of 30,000, Coach Tom shares the habits, values, and mindset that help leaders win where they’re at. You’ll walk away challenged to serve deeper, lead stronger, and celebrate the people around you.

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Servant Heart and Humble Beginnings
3:10 - Coaching to Church: The Call and Launch
7:45 - Defining Leadership and Winning
12:20 - Preparation, Evaluation, and Growth Mindset
17:35 - What Great Team Members Do
23:45 - Bloom Where You’re Planted - Character First
28:50 - Trust, Excellence, and the Zone Above Expectation
35:10 - Lifting Others: “Run With Me” Culture
41:00 - Staff Values: People Lean In

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You can’t parent a teenager the same way you parent a toddler. Yet many parents never change gears — and they pay for it later. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and his two oldest kids talk about recognizing the signs, making the shift, and leading your kids with influence instead of control. You don't want to miss this honest and real conversation!

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Grounded Parents Over Trends
2:19 - Kids, Boundaries, and Security
7:52 - Discipline, Integrity, and Respect
17:36 - Settled Homes Reduce Anxiety
19:07 - Shaping A Biblical Worldview
31:44 - Pressing in During the Teen Years
40:46 - Becoming the Consultant

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30 years. 4 kids. Countless seasons. Through it all, Jeff and Brandy have discovered the plays that keep a marriage strong. From early church-planting days to parenting and now grandkids, they open up about the wins, struggles, and values that have carried them through.

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - What God Blesses & Why
5:43 - Marriage is Your First Ministry
11:21 - Navigating Different Family Seasons
17:41 - The Unity Principle
22:54 - Meeting Your Kids Where They Are
31:19 - Dating and Marriage Wisdom

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In this episode of Lead to Win, Priscilla Shirer joins us to share the single habit that drives lasting success in leadership, family, and life. Far from complicated formulas or quick fixes, Priscilla breaks down practical ways to anchor yourself in what matters most—even when time is short and life feels chaotic. Whether you’re leading a team, raising kids, or chasing your next big goal, you’ll walk away with timeless insight and a fresh sense of focus.

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Positioning Yourself for Success
3:45 - Why the Word Matters as an Anchor
8:10 - Making Bible Reading Less Intimidating
12:15 - Practical Ways to Engage Scripture
17:35 - Preaching vs Personal Study Balance
24:25 - Advice to Your 20 Year-Old Self

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What if the real barrier to your growth isn’t your situation—but your standards, character, or clarity? In this honest and practical episode, Jeff and Dharius talk about the internal adjustments leaders must make to truly win. From redefining success, to building competencies, to setting high standards and stewarding self-leadership, this episode is packed with the kind of wisdom that can shift your trajectory. If you’re feeling stuck despite outward success, this one will help you realign what matters most.

TIMESTAMPS
10:52 - Coaching: An Underrated Leadership Competency
17:45 - Four Reasons People Get Stuck
25:05 - Standards: The Floor, Not The Ceiling
34:25 - The Power of Self-Leadership
50:28 - Choosing Your Influences Wisely

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When it comes to building a team, the people you choose determine more than just productivity—they shape the culture, carry the vision, and impact everyone around them. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Pastor Jed talk about the kind of teammates they value most: people who are humble, trustworthy, aligned with the mission, and committed to growing. You’ll hear real insights on what makes someone not just a good hire, but the kind of person you’d want in your corner through every season. Whether you’re building a new team or reevaluating your current one, this conversation will help you clarify what really matters.

TIMESTAMPS
5:38 - Team Building vs. Being a Superstar
10:45 - Teaching Team Principles Early
17:15 - Character: The Foundation of Great Teams
22:10 - Competency: What can You Actually Do?
25:32 - Curiosity: The Drive to Keep Growing
31:06 - Chemistry: Why Team Flow Matters

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Every leader wants a thriving, healthy culture—but too often, we forget that culture isn’t something you create once and walk away from. It’s something your team carries every single day. In this episode, Jeff and Jed talk about how the wrong team members can quietly undermine your values, and how the right ones can bring them to life. You’ll learn what to look for when hiring or promoting, why smart leaders prioritize team fit over short-term fixes, and how to build a culture that actually reflects your heart and vision.

TIMESTAMPS
1:15 - Shepherds: Biblical Leaders Who Care
3:56 - The Value of Sheep in Biblical Context
6:10 - Jesus as the Good Shepherd
9:54 - Building Teams That Last
16:00 - Hired Hands: Leaders Who Don't Stay
24:23 - Building Culture, Not Just Results
29:50 - The Dangers of Self-Promotion
33:16 - Respect Comes From Dealing With Problems

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