Lead Together

Discover why setting goals isn't enough and learn how to create lasting change through powerful systems and habits. Nick and Kim Bogardus draw on James Clear's work in Atomic Habits to talk about the secrets of habit stacking, breaking bad behaviors, and leveraging accountability for growth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to grow in their leadership and life.

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Why have crucial (hard) conversations?
• Because your own growth likely involved them.
• Because your own failures likely involved not having them.

The bottom line is that having crucial conversations builds trust and drives growth. 

This episode provides a practical framework for approaching impactful conversations with empathy and solutions. Learn steps like stating issues clearly, active listening, proposing ways forward, and following up - skills for transforming challenging talks into catalysts for positive change.

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In this podcast episode, we delve into the Harvard Business Review article titled "The Role of a Manager Has to Change in 5 Key Ways" . These five key shifts include going from Directive to Instructive, Restrictive to Expansive, Exclusive to Inclusive, Repetitive to Innovative, Problem Solver to Challenger, Employer to Entrepreneur. We apply these lessons to leading teams, strengthen marriages, and parenting. Check out the article here for more insights, and tune in to learn how these shifts can empower your relationships and leadership skills across all areas of life.

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In this "Leader's Corner" episode, we talk to David Bahnsen about his new book Full Time: work and the meaning of life. 

David oversees the management of over $5.3 billion in client assets, and prior to launching the Bahnsen Group, he spent eight years as a managing director at Morgan Stanley and six years as a vice president at UBS.

He is consistently named one of the top financial advisors in America by Barron's, Forbes, and the Financial Times. He is a frequent guest on CNBC. Bloomberg, Fox News, and Fox Business, and as a regular contributor to National Review. David's true passions include anything related to USC football, another thing we have in common, the financial markets, politics, and Chinese food.

His ultimate passions are his wife of 22 years, Jolene, their children, Mitchell, Sadie, and Graham, and the life that they've created together on both coasts.

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On this episode of Lead Together we reflect on work and lessons from the first quarter of the year.

Some of the key takeaways from the conversation:

• Leading by Example: Embrace a leadership style that mirrors Christian values, inspiring excellence and integrity in the workplace.
• Mentorship and Learning: The importance of seeking guidance and continuous improvement to navigate workplace dynamics effectively.
• Community Support: Leveraging the strength of community for support and encouragement in both career and family life.
• Reflect on Personal and Professional Goals: Encouragement to consider how faith influences leadership style and decision-making.
• Incorporating Faith into Daily Routines: Practical tips for integrating spiritual practices into your daily work and family life for a balanced and fulfilling approach.

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In an age where the intersection of faith and politics seems more like a battleground than a meeting ground, Joshua Ryan Butler offers a beacon of hope and clarity. 

As a pastor, author, and speaker based in Portland, Oregon, Butler is no stranger to the complexities of living out one's faith in a politically charged environment for leaders.

His latest book, "The Party Crasher," explores the divisive nature of politics and presents a novel framework for understanding and engaging in the political landscape without compromising our Christian convictions or unity.

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In this episode we talk about setting clear goals as a vital part of leadership both at home and work. 

Here is the roadmap:

1. The problems of not setting goals
2. How to write SMARTER goals
3. What are OKRs

Thank you for listening!

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Welcome to Lead Together podcast’s “Office Hours”. This is the part of the show where we answer your questions about Nurturing a Strong Marriage, Faith and Leadership, Parenting in the Modern World, leading with strategic vision, and anything else on your mind. You can submit a question for a future episode at relationalleadership.co/leadtogether

Question 1: As you were growing your church plant, how did you go about identifying potential leaders, helping them catch your vision, and training them to lead others to accomplish that vision?

Question 2: How can I lead and assist well when my boss is stuck in his ways, not as aware of his impact on others or great leadership development?

Question 3: How can couples support each other in pursuing personal and professional growth while maintaining a strong connection?

Question 4: How can Christian couples navigate transitions and major life changes while remaining grounded in their faith and leadership principles?

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In this episode of Lead Together we close out 2023 by looking at the best advice we received, our favorite books of the year, what we're dreaming toward in '24, and what we see coming for leadership at work and home.

We want to say "Thank you!" for your support by subscribing, listening, sharing, and supporting on Patreon. In our first year we landed in the top 50% of all podcasts on Buzzsprout (our hosting platform), had listeners from 13 countries, our top cities were Los Angeles, Dallas, and St. Louis, and the top episodes were interviews with guests and topical commentary. Thank you for your support and we're excited for 2024 with you!

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After giving a personal update, in this episode we talk about Vision as a vital part of leadership both at home and work. 

Using examples from Amazon, Southwest, Charity Water, and our own family, we look at:

1. What Vision is (and is not)
2. Examples of vision statements
3. Tips on how to find yours

PS. You can download our free New Years Workbook to help couple get aligned moving into the new year over at relationalleadership.co

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