n episode 45, Trisha Mounce interviews Candy Pedersen, a leadership and self-awareness coach, focusing on the importance of intentionality in building a relationship with Christ, the essence of Christ-centered leadership, and the significance of accountability in leadership. They discuss the challenges of taking a stand for what is right, the journey of realizing the fruits of faithful decisions, and the need for vulnerability in leadership. The conversation emphasizes the biblical principles of servant leadership and the importance of connecting with others through love and truth. In this conversation, Trisha Mounce and Candy Pedersen explore the multifaceted nature of leadership, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, listening, and servant leadership. They discuss the challenges of maintaining a servant's heart in leadership roles, the impact of gossip, and the significance of walking in purpose. The dialogue highlights the need for emotional intelligence and the importance of fostering a positive environment in leadership.

TAKEAWAYS

-Be intentional in your daily relationship with God.

-Listening to God is as important as talking to Him.

-Self-awareness allows us to serve others better.

-Calmness in chaos reflects a strong faith.

-Stepping out of comfort zones leads to growth.

-Vulnerability in leadership fosters connection.

-Accountability should be rooted in love and truth.

-Jesus exemplified connecting before correcting.

-People are always observing your actions as a leader.

-Truth and love are essential in all relationships. Adaptability is crucial in showing love and leadership.

-Listening is more important than talking in effective leadership.

-Servant leadership is an ongoing heart commitment, not a checkbox.

-Effective leadership focuses on people, not just tasks.

-Gossip undermines trust and unity in teams.

-Being a cheerful giver is essential in leadership roles.

-Women often struggle with gossip, which can create division.

-Finding the right way to communicate about others is vital.

-Leadership is about walking in purpose and intention.

-We are all a work in progress, learning from our mistakes.

00:00 Introduction to Candy Peterson

01:55 Intentionality in Building a Relationship with Christ

03:36 Christ-Centered Leadership and Self-Awareness

08:35 Taking a Stand for What's Right

12:13 Realizing the Fruits of Faithful Decisions

16:46 Accountability in Leadership with Truth and Love

21:50 Key Biblical Principles for Leaders

26:37 The Art of Adaptability in Leadership

28:18 Listening: The Key to Effective Leadership

30:08 Understanding Servant Leadership

34:57 The Heart of Servanthood

36:31 Navigating Gossip in Leadership 4

6:08 Walking in Purpose and Leadership

FIND CANDY HERE:

https://www.facebook.com/candy.pedersen.9

https://heartandbackbone.com/

https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1942693.rss

https://www.instagram.com/candys_coaching/

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Keywords:

Christian leadership, self-awareness, intentionality, faith, accountability, vulnerability, servant leadership, relationship with Christ, coaching, personal growth, leadership, servant leadership, adaptability, listening, gossip, emotional intelligence, Christian leadership, personal growth, vulnerability, communication