The guys talk about some of the unintended consequences of having an unclear vision for your ministry or organization. They suggest that if you want to have greater influence on your followers you will need a clear and compelling vision.

The guys continue their series on Leadership Busters discussing how emotional distance can hinder our influence on those we seek to lead. People change because their hearts are reached - and we reach their hearts with empathy and emotional intelligence.

Dave & Chris talk about the ways in which our influence is hindered when we as leaders are inconsistent. They also recommend some things for you to consider to take your consistency to the next level which will also take your impact to new levels.

The guys talk about some ways we might be hindering our leadership influence on our people and organization. Setting new and other leaders loose can be a bit scary, but it's necessary. How might you overcome this Buster?

The guys talk about how as leaders we can unwittingly decrease our influence on others when we subtly show disrespect. They give some insights on all-to-common disrespectful behaviors and invite you to choose respectful actions.

The guys talk about how the transition time between Christmas and the new year can be a time of recovery when we choose to worship. They share a couple of lessons learned from the Magi traveling to bow before the baby Jesus.

The guys invite you to take some time to reflect about what it means that God inserted Himself into your story of leadership and faith. Luke 2 tells us that Mary pondered and treasured what God was up to. They think it would be a good for you as well.

When we say 'yes' to God's invitation to live for Him we can be sure the circumstances of life will rarely go as we anticipate. Look at what happens to Mary & Joe at the time of Jesus' birth. The guys suggest an adventurous spirit at times like this.

The guys ask: How might it impact your encounters this holiday season if you entered them expecting God to do something amazing both practically and spiritually? Careful.. God might surprise you with how He chooses to show up!

What might it take and look like in your life during this busy holiday season to be generous with what you are good at - with your super power that God has given you to influence others for Jesus? This is being generous with what is truly valuable.