X with Q - Leadership Podcast: Recent Episodes
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X with Q is a 10-minute podcast about leading healthy from ministry to the marketplace, featuring Pastor Mark Quattrochi (Q). Pastor Q is a Brooklyn native, baseball fanatic, & former music industry leader. Now, he's the Lead Pastor at theChapel in Tampa Bay, Florida.
Someone else’s attitude can affect you before you even realize it. In this episode, Pastor Mark Q shares how to recognize when you are carrying someone else’s emotions, stay connected without matching their intensity, and know when a bad moment has become a pattern that needs to be addressed.
In this episode:
Recognizing when someone else’s attitude is changing yours
Staying calm without becoming cold or disconnected
Caring about what someone feels without carrying it
Knowing when an attitude needs to be addressed
You may not control the attitude someone brings into the room, but you get to decide what you bring back.
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Practical tools for staying calm, communicating clearly and handling difficult conversations when emotions are high.
Switch by Chip Heath and Dan Heath
A helpful look at why change is difficult and how to help people move forward when emotions, habits and resistance get in the way.
Starting a new job, stepping into a new role, or joining a new organization?
Your first few weeks can shape how people see you and how much influence you are able to build. In this episode, Pastor Q explains why the best way to make an impact is not to walk in trying to prove yourself. It is to learn, listen, build relationships, and consistently help the team move forward.
In this episode:
- Why first impressions happen faster than you think
- The fastest way to build influence in a new organization
- Why relationships should come before recommendations
- How to contribute in meetings without overstepping
- The importance of learning the culture and its unwritten rules
- Why broken systems still require relational leadership
- How to create small wins early
- Why your job description is the baseline, not the limit
- The value of keeping a “yes” on your lips
- How to build a track record that leads to greater opportunity
Key takeaway:
Crush what you are responsible for, build strong relationships, and look for opportunities to help beyond your job description. That is how trust grows and influence is earned.
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In this episode, Pastor Q talks about why small moments can have such a big impact on leaders. A frustrating email, criticism, unexpected problem, or hard conversation may only last a few minutes, but if we keep replaying it, it can steal the rest of the day.
The key reminder is that the size of the event and the size of the reaction are not always the same. Sometimes the problem is not just what happened to us, but what happened in us because of what happened.
Pastor Q explains that our reactions can be clues. When something gets under our skin, healthy leaders ask, Why is this affecting me so much? That question helps reveal pressure, insecurity, grief, or something deeper that may need attention.
Another big idea is that whatever you feed grows, and whatever you focus on expands. Leaders cannot let one frustrating moment erase everything else that is going right.
The practical move is to pause. Time is a tool. A pause gives leaders perspective, helps them respond instead of react, and keeps one bad moment from becoming a bad day.
Final thought: A bad moment does not have to be a bad day, and a bad day does not have to become a bad week.
Pastor Q talks about what happens when leaders care deeply but start carrying more than they should. He explains why leaders often feel the weight before everyone else does, and how that can turn into frustration or resentment if they take it personally.
The episode focuses on healthy ownership: carrying what is yours, helping others own their piece, and not trying to control everything. Pastor Q reminds leaders that not everyone carries responsibility the same way, and leadership is not about making everyone think or feel exactly like you.
The big takeaway: don’t let caring deeply turn into carrying everything by yourself. Lead with care, trust people with responsibility, and stay connected to the team while helping them grow.
In this episode, Pastor Q discusses why so many leaders feel overwhelmed by urgency and constant demands. He explains the difference between what is truly urgent and what simply feels urgent, emphasizing the importance of setting priorities before the day begins. Leaders who lack clarity often live in reaction mode, allowing interruptions to control their focus and energy.
Pastor Q encourages leaders to replace panic with clarity by identifying their top priorities and focusing on the next right thing. While you can't control everything that comes at you, you can control what gets your attention. Effective leadership isn't about doing everything—it's about focusing on what matters most.
This episode centered around a simple but uncomfortable reality: a lot of families are moving fast, staying busy, and still feeling disconnected. Pastor Q breaks down how survival mode slowly becomes normal when the pace of life starts setting the pace of the family. This conversation is packed with practical leadership for the home, from setting rhythms to learning how to say no before culture decides your priorities for you.
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Most families haven’t stopped talking, they’ve just stopped talking to each other. The natural moments that used to create connection are gone, replaced by constant noise and distraction, and no one has really stepped in to lead what comes next. In this episode, Pastor Q breaks down why conversation in the home is fading, how digital life is quietly pulling people apart, and why this is less about technology and more about focus. He gets into what silence actually does inside a family, how it creates distance and insecurity, and why words, real face to face conversation, still carry the weight nothing else can. If things feel off at home and you can’t quite name it, this will help you see it clearly and give you a simple way to start fixing it.
This episode breaks down why leadership rises and falls on one question: do people actually believe you? Pastor Q walks through how character builds credibility, why overpromising kills trust, and how consistency creates confidence in the people you lead. It’s a practical look at what it takes to earn respect, build trust over time, and lead in a way that people don’t just follow, but believe in.
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Fool’s gold always looks real from a distance. But real leadership is tested up close. In pressure. In decisions. In how you treat people. Don’t chase what looks like leadership. Build what actually lasts.
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Most leaders don’t lack ideas. They lack the courage to go first. In this episode we unpack how great leaders move forward even when fear and uncertainty show up.
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In this episode, we dive into the leadership principle of predictable resistance. Life's challenges are inevitable, whether you're leading a team, raising a family, or starting a new venture. We explore how to anticipate and prepare for these difficulties instead of being caught off guard.
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Are you good with you? That question sits at the center of this conversation with leadership coach Lance Witt as we unpack what it really means to lead yourself well. Many leaders spend their lives pouring into everyone else while quietly neglecting their own soul. This episode challenges that pattern and invites listeners to step back, slow down, and examine the health of their inner life.
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Motivation can start you, but discipline finishes the job. This episode explores why motivation fades and how values-driven discipline builds habits that actually last.
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In this episode of Just Lead, Pastor and author Deryck Frye shares insights from his book Weaponize Your Weakness and his concept of surgical leadership. Learn how to identify vulnerabilities, build the right support systems, and turn weaknesses into leadership strengths.
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Every leader feels behind sometimes. Let’s talk about why that pressure is lying to you, and how to reclaim your pace with clarity and peace.
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Feeling overwhelmed heading into a new year? It might not be because you need to do more. In this episode, Pastor Q explains why the key to your best year yet is subtraction, not addition. Learn how to let go of what no longer serves you so you can make room for what matters most.
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The best present is being present.
In this episode, we break down why your presence matters more than perfect plans, big goals, or flawless leadership. Before it shapes your leadership at work, presence transforms the people who matter most at home. Your family wants the same thing your team wants: you, fully there and fully engaged.
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Are you slipping into complaint mode without even realizing it? In this episode, Pastor Q unpacks how gratitude can redefine your reality, reshape your leadership, and shift the culture around you. Learn how simple perspective changes can transform your attitude and impact.
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Every leader eventually faces a tough conversation. In this episode, Pastor Q shares practical wisdom on how to approach difficult conversations with empathy, truth, and relational clarity. If you’ve ever felt the tension of wanting to say something but fearing the fallout, this episode will give you the courage and clarity to step in with confidence.
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Strong marriages don’t just happen, they’re created in the safety of trust, openness, and grace. The foundation of any lasting relationship is the commitment to make your marriage a safe place, where both people can speak, feel, and grow without fear. In this episode, Pastor Q and Andy explore how to build that emotional safety day by day, turning tension into teamwork and vulnerability into strength.
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In this episode, we walk through 4 foundational non-negotiables that shape strong families. Whether you’re single, married, blended, or parenting toddlers and teenagers, these truths will push you to build something that lasts. Because culture will shape you if you don’t shape it first.
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In this episode, we explore the one habit that transforms influence into lasting impact: seeking to understand before being understood. Learn why this simple shift matters, how to start practicing it, and the difference it can make in your work, relationships, and everyday conversations.
Episode recorded August 14th, 2025
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Great leaders—from Jesus to your favorite coach—have all been misunderstood. Learn how to navigate criticism, communicate with clarity, and lead with integrity when the noise gets loud.
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Friendships will either fuel your future—or sabotage it. In this episode, we talk about why your circle shapes your direction, how to wisely vet relationships, and what it means to be the kind of friend you’re looking for. We’ll also unpack why some friendships are seasonal, and how to let go without guilt. Because the truth is—your future is riding shotgun with your friendships.
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This episode is for anyone building something they didn’t grow up seeing. It’s about facing the pain, learning what you didn’t get, and choosing a legacy your family will thank you for.
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Healing is hard. But leading while hurting? That’s even harder. Every leader gets hurt. Sometimes it’s betrayal. Sometimes it’s disappointment. Sometimes it’s our own fault. This episode is about how to grow through that pain instead of being shaped by it.
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In this episode of Just Lead, we’re talking about how comparison creeps into our leadership, parenting, and everyday life… and how to kill it before it kills your peace.
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- How to stop measuring yourself against everyone else
- The cost of leading from insecurity
- What contentment actually looks like in real life
- How to embrace your own lane with confidence
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In a world that rewards hustle, most leaders don’t know how to slow down without shame. But the truth is, rest isn’t weakness. It’s wisdom. In this episode, we're talking about the habit that could change EVERYTHING.
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Summer is HERE! In this episode, we unpack how to lead your family through summer with intention. Not rigid rules. Not pressure-packed plans. Just clarity, rhythm, and joy on purpose. Because the best memories don’t happen by accident—they’re built on purpose.
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Whether you're a parent, employee or CEO—you're a leader because you have influence. And In this episode, we talk about the kind of leadership that no one applauds—the kind built behind closed doors. #Integrity
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Whether you’re leading a team, raising kids, or just trying to navigate the tension between honesty and honor, this one will rewire the way you think about your mouth.
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Perfection is a lie, and chasing it will burn you out. In this episode, we unpack how perfectionism shows up in leadership, parenting, and everyday life—and how to trade the pressure to perform for the freedom to lead with authenticity and grace.
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Can you be joyful and still admit that life is hard? We think so. And in fact, we think good leaders choose joy intentionally when life gets hard. Because if you wait until the storm passes to lead with joy, you might never lead with it at all.
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Why are you disciplined in some areas & NOT others?? We thrive in certain spaces, but discipline comes down to habits and consistency. If the payoff isn’t greater than the pain, we won’t stick with it. Until that shifts, nothing changes. Let's talk SELECTIVE LEADERSHIP!
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Marriage isn’t autopilot. It’s not “set it and forget it.” It’s an active process of leading, learning, and laughing your way through life together. In this episode, Pastor Q and his wife Trish get real about the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of 33+ years of marriage.
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Protect your heart, protect your home. Boundaries aren’t limits—they’re the key to freedom. Whether it’s social media, relationships, or habits, set the standard before something else sets it for you.
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Rejection isn’t a maybe—it’s a guarantee. The only question is: What are you gonna do with it?
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Your HOME is where you start and end your leadership every single day. Are you leading with integrity?
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Start 2025 strong by mastering the mornings! We’re talking about what to take, what to leave, and how to set daily intentions that shape your life as a leader!
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New year, new mindset! We’re talking about building structure, setting a vision, and making it happen. Plus, we share an incredible resource—the Hope Center—offering biblical counseling to help you navigate life’s challenges with faith and hope.
Start strong. Let’s make it happen!
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RESOURCES:
• The Hope Center Website
• How You Start Your Day Sets Your Day (Mark Quattrochi)
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RESOURCES:
• Boundaries (Dr. Henry Cloudl)
• How You Start Your Day Sets Your Day (Mark Quattrochi)
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• Falling Forward (John Maxwell)
• How You Start Your Day Sets Your Day (Mark Quattrochi)
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• Emotionally Healthy Spirituality(Peter Scazzero)
• The Emotionally Healthy Leader(Peter Scazzero)
• How You Start Your Day Sets Your Day (Mark Quattrochi)
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• Jesus — The High Road Leader(John Maxwell & Chris Hodges)
• The Emotionally Healthy Leader(Peter Scazzero)
• How You Start Your Day Sets Your Day (Mark Quattrochi)
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As leaders, we love to get things done, crush it, conquer, and advance! But we can’t look past the blinking light on the dashboard, no matter how fast we’re moving. The truth is, the conversation around mental health has been ignored for far too long. We receive messages and hear stories of leaders who are struggling with thoughts, insecurities, fear, stress, and anxiety on a regular basis. So how do we take action? When you make the decision to take care of your mind and emotions, healthy leadership follows in all areas.
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RESOURCES
Check out Lance Witt's book REPLENISH as mentioned in the episode. If you've ever feel alone, in over your head, or simply in need of replenishment, this book will offer welcome relief and a healthy way forward.
The Hope Center is now OPEN. Learn more about it here.
If you walk the floors of the HCA Florida Trinity Hospital these days, you can almost tangibly feel the difference in the atmosphere. There’s a warmth and connectivity that is so evident, and it starts at the top with CEO, Michael Irvin. Leading 5 locations and 1500+ employees, Mike is a magnet of a leader who leads with a relational capacity that is unmatched. We talked about how to build a healthy culture, establishing trust & reputation with your community, learning from feedback, and how a life-threatening health scare changed how he leads today.
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PURCHASE PASTOR Q’S FIRST BOOK:
How You Start Your Day Sets Your Day by Mark Quattrochi
100% of proceeds go to support our premier leadership program for high-school & college-age students — The Internship. Learn more about The Internship!
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It's summertime, and it just wouldn't be the same without a Summer Playlist! That's right, we've dusted off a few records from the JUST LEAD vault & we're ready to drop the needle on some of our best content. This week we dive into the theme of winning teams including topics like building a deeper bench, taking initiative, the commitment & excellence of Tom Brady, failing forward, and how your title is only the starting line for your growth in a healthy organization.
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CLIP #1 - The Bullpen: Team Development, Bench Depth, & the Attributes of High-Potential Players
CLIP #2 - EMERGENCY PODCAST! Tom Brady's Retirement: Here's What We Can Learn As Leaders
CLIP #3 - The World-Class Leadership Culture of the Toronto Blue Jays with Steve Rassel
CLIP #4 - Titles & Rings: Why Playing For A Winning Team Matters More Than Your Position
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It's summertime, and it just wouldn't be the same without a Summer Playlist! That's right, we've dusted off a few records from the JUST LEAD vault & we're ready to drop the needle on some of our best content. This week, we dive into the theme of healthy communication including topics like knowing your audience, communication styles, rooms & atmospheres, confrontation, and how to make your message stick. Take a listen, and then you can talk!
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CLIP #1 - It's Not A Millennial Problem, It's A Communication Problem
CLIP #2 - Everybody Talks! But Can You Connect?
CLIP #3 - We Need To Talk! Tips For Healthy Confrontations
CLIP #4 - 91% Of What You Say Will Be Forgotten. Here's How To Make Your Message Stick!
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It's summertime, and it just wouldn't be the same without a Summer Playlist! That's right, we've dusted off a few records from the JUST LEAD vault & we're ready to drop the needle on some of our best content. This week we dive into the theme of rest, recreation, & replenishment including topics like compulsive busyness, the Sabbath, PQ's vacation hacks, and even finding other types of work that are restorative. Take a listen, and then go take a day or two off; you've earned it!
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CLIP #1 - From “Defensiveness, Compulsive Busyness, & the Dark Side of a Leader’s Gifting with Lance Witt"
CLIP #2 - From “Why Every Leader Needs A Sabbath…”
CLIP #3 - From “The Discipline of Vacation”
CLIP #4 - From “New Year Rhythms: Finding The Groove For Your Life, Family, & Organization"
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We cannot be successful in leading our family, organization, or teams unless we first exercise SELF-DISCIPLINE. President Harry Truman said this, “In reading the lives of great men, I found that the first victory they won was over themselves, self-discipline with all of them came first.” Before we fight the battle in the world in and in the marketplace, we must win the war with ourselves. Here are six specific areas of our lives where leaders need to show self-discipline.
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Maybe you've heard it said, if you want to go FAST, go ALONE. But if you want to go FAR, you've gotta take someone WITH you. So it is with delegation. You've got to GIVE THE WORK AWAY so that you can DO what only you can do. But what should you be looking for & who can you trust to delegate to? In Part 2 of a 2-Part episode, we explore the characteristics of who you can trust to delegate & how to do it!
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Maybe you've heard it said, if you want to go FAST, go ALONE. But if you want to go FAR, you've gotta take someone WITH you. So it is with delegation. You've got to GIVE THE WORK AWAY so that you can DO what only you can do. But what should you be looking for & who can you trust to delegate to? In Part 1 of a Part 2 episode, we explore the characteristics of who you can trust to delegate & how to do it!
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Everyone has that one junk drawer in their house. It's the "catch all" that keeps random cables, batteries, old phone chargers, change, and opened envelopes. Home organization experts say to tame a disorganized space or drawer, you must 1. Empty, 2. Sort, 3. Purge, and 4. Replace. Just like a junk drawer, even your life can get cluttered and random. How can we reclaim peace and simplicity in our lives, relationships, and organizations? It takes clarity, courage, and a calendar!
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Maybe it's just us, but it feels like "excellence" has become something of a buzzword for many companies and individuals these days. But, just because it's written on the walls doesn't always happening down the halls. And whether you're the leader of an organization, leading your home, or even leading yourself, YOU are the standard bearer for excellence. It requires holding yourself accountable and making a commitment to get better every day. In Part 2 of this 2 Part conversation, we discuss the keys to pursuing excellence and how to improve in any area of your life.
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Check out Episode 42: Get Better Every Day | The Relentless Pursuit of Excellence
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Maybe it's just us, but it feels like "excellence" has become something of a buzzword for many companies and individuals these days. But, just because it's written on the walls doesn't always happening down the halls. And whether you're the leader of an organization, leading your home, or even leading yourself, YOU are the standard bearer for excellence. It requires holding yourself accountable and making a commitment to get better every day. In Part 1 of this 2 Part conversation, we discuss the keys to pursuing excellence and how to improve in any area of your life.
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It’s officially baseball season & we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than to invite our dear friend and MLB Umpire Vic Carapazza on the show. With a 20+ year career behind the plate, a decade in the majors, and most recently a World Series appearance – Vic stands out among today’s top umpires in the game. Beyond balls & strikes, the true leadership skill of any umpire is knowing how to deal with constant criticism.
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As we grow in life & leadership, we have to ask ourselves this question – WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT? It may sound like a selfish question on the surface – “getting what you want.” But if you don’t do the work to clarify it, you’re going to be frustrated. In your life, in your home, in your family, at your job, during the year, for vacation, in your marriage, you fill in the blank – what do you REALLY want?
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How can we make the most of every minute as we lead our lives, families, & organizations? All too often we focus on the BIG stuff, and we don’t realize all of the tiny changes that are necessary. You can aspire to big goals, but if you don’t prioritize your time & manage it well, you’re going to fall short. Join us for Part 2 of this 2 Part Episode.
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How can we make the most of every minute as we lead our lives, families, & organizations? All too often we focus on the BIG stuff, and we don’t realize all of the tiny changes that are necessary. You can aspire to big goals, but if you don’t prioritize your time & manage it well, you’re going to fall short. Join us for Part 1 of this 2 Part Episode.
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Life is moving fast, and sometimes it’s difficult to get perspective. When busyness, to-do lists, projects, and even expectations begin to pile up, we can easily lose focusof our days. Left unchecked, days turn into weeks & weeks turn into a life that is unfocused and unclear. How do we reset? It’s important to zoom out and look at our lives with a new lens.
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This week, we welcome our dear friend and Pastor Q’s “twin brother,” Pastor Monté Dillard. Pastor Monté is the Senior Pastor of the First Church of God Christian Life Center in Evanston, IL – near Chicago, and is without a doubt one of the most influential leaders in his community. We discussed racial reconciliation, diversity, and what it looks like to reach across cultural lines with empathy, understanding, and hope. Our hope is that you take on a posture of learning, with an open heart & open mind as you listen to this conversation in full.
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The best drummers in the world understand the nuances of timing & rhythm better than anyone. They aren't crashing all the cymbals and slapping the toms all at once. They know when to play, when to rest, and all of the dynamics in between. So it is with our lives, families, and organizations. If we are going to be the best we can be in 2024, we have to establish healthy rhythms that keep everything clicking. You might not be the next big rockstar, but we're confident you can find your groove this year.
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We want to thank you JUST LEAD Family for the best year of the podcast yet! We're honored to get to serve you & invest in your life, family, and organization. Join us as we dust off the old vinyls & go back in time to rediscover the Top 5 Moments of 2023. To listen to the full conversation & download the show notes from each of these moments, make sure to check out the links below! We're just getting started. See you in 2024!
Moment #5 - From Episode 20 - We Need To Talk! Tips For Healthy Confrontations
Moment #4 - From Episode 25 - Who Gets Your Time? Making The Most of Mentoring
Moment #3 - From Episode 15 - If You're Not Learning, You're Losing!
Moment #2 - From Episode 19 - Warning Signs! A Check Engine Light For Your Mental Health
Moment #1 - From Episode 18 - You Don't Have To Open Your Mouth About Everything!
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Grab some popcorn & get ready to discover some leadership gold inside of your favorite Christmas classics. Yeah, yeah, don’t act like you don’t have those Hallmark movies on repeat (even if it is just the same story with different sweaters)! Believe it or not, there’s essential lessons we can apply to our life, family, and organizations tucked away in the movies we watch every Christmas. Be careful with the hot cocoa when you’re taking notes on this one!
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As dynamic leaders, we love to move fast and get things done! But BEFORE you move too quickly onto the next big mountain, it’s important to take some time to EVALUATE where you’re at & how you’re doing. These honest moments come from the desire to always get better. Whether it’s with your team, family, or even self-reflection, taking time to evaluate is essential to success.
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Sometimes leaders are faced with situations that they can lead through by drawing on past experiences. But what about the times when something in completely NEW, and you find yourself in uncharted waters? Everyone is looking to you to lead, but there are is no precedent and no map for where to go or how to get there. Even in uncertainty, we believe you can take steps in the right direction. With a clear vision, you can prepare your team for the choppy waters ahead. This ain't no cruise ship, and we're in deep, unfamiliar waters! Just how we like it...
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If your team lacks trust, it’s quite possible that you haven’t gone first in vulnerability. Believe it or not, vulnerability is a leader’s sign of strength, not weakness. When done appropriately, vulnerability can be a huge asset to foster collaboration, trust, and bonding on an otherwise splintered team. But as always, it means WE as leaders must go first. Vulnerability with stability leads to healthy, growing teams.
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President Harry Truman was famous for the sign on his desk, “The buck stops here.” In other words, the final decision rests with the leader. But how do you know what the right decision is? Or even more importantly, WHEN to make it? The answers to these questions usually lead to a wide range of outcomes --- from raving success to utter disaster! There are best practices to making timely decisions & they can be learned with discipline and courage. LEAN IN!
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Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps said, “I believe the only difference between gold and silver medal winners is their attitude, not their ability.” Simply put, nothing affects an outcome quite like your attitude. Your circle of influence & every room you walk into will be affected by your attitude - positive or negative. And when we feel like SOMETHING needs to change in our life - our careers, our relationships, our broken situations - our attitude must change FIRST! Your attitude is the X Factor in your life & in your business.
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Currently in the United States, anxiety affects more than 40 million adults and that number is only increasing and often highly under-reported. Even when everything in life may say that we’re successful, our anxiety will tell us that something is wrong, that something is just off. And what about those everyday stressors that just drive us crazy? Why are we so stressed and what do we do about it?
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Currently in the United States, anxiety affects more than 40 million adults and that number is only increasing and often highly under-reported. Even when everything in life may say that we’re successful, our anxiety will tell us that something is wrong, that something is just off. And what about those everyday stressors that just drive us crazy? Why are we so stressed and what do we do about it?
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One of the common themes we’ve explored is the concept of pursuing people who are further along than you in their leadership journey. As you grow, others will look to you to mentor them on their journey — whether it’s their career, family, finances, or personal influence. It’s an honor that anyone would ask, but it’s important to use wisdom in how you approach mentoring others. You only have so much bandwidth and so much time, so you must steward it well! So what should you be looking for when you’re deciding who to invest time in?
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Maturity isn’t defined by age, personality, or even experience. It’s marked by traits that a leader of any age can begin to adopt and walk out in their everyday life. The best part is that none of these come with a certain set of talent or charisma, but are made up of daily choices that will set you apart if you decide follow it. To say it explicitly, well…JUST LEAD!
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Great leaders aren't focused on how many followers they have, but on how many leaders they are developing. This takes an extra stretch of leadership capacity, but it's key to going to the next level in your leadership. And let's be honest! Leading other leaders is hard. Sometimes it can feel like you've got a tiger by the tail! But trust us; it's so worth it. When you let go of the need for control & recognition, and instead invest your time into the potential of future leaders, your life and organization will benefit from it. Sure, it takes an adjustment to learn how to lead leaders. But it's more than possible to shift your perspective to slingshot others into success.
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Here's the deal, appreciation is not just a nice idea - it's a winning formula! Genuine appreciation inspires like nothing else and has a multiplying effect. A rising tide lifts all boats. And when you RAISE UP the unique contributions of others, it LIFTS up their attitude, spirit, morale, and spurs them along to excellence. But for appreciation to work, you have to develop a keen eye & position yourself to catch people doing something RIGHT, before correcting them and telling them what they're doing wrong. Let's raise the volume, and make appreciation loud again!
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What happens when your team under-achieves, under-performs, and at times miss the most important values? It's far too easy to play the blame game, throw your hands up in frustration and say, "THEY just aren't cutting it!" But healthy leaders take a different approach. Rather than pointing fingers, they look in the mirror and find ways to improve their own leadership.
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“WE NEED TO TALK!” Does that phrase trigger something inside of you? Why or why not? The reality is, confrontation is NOT negative, but necessary in our life, family, or organization! The only reason we have a negative reaction to it, is because we’ve seen it done so poorly. However, when done in the most healthy way, confrontation can be a catalyst to a better relationship. Once you understand your approach to confrontation, you can better pursue healthy next steps to growth.
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As leaders, we love to get things done, crush it, conquer, and advance! But we can’t look past the blinking light on the dashboard, no matter how fast we’re moving. The truth is, the conversation around mental health has been ignored for far too long. We receive messages and hear stories of leaders who are struggling with thoughts, insecurities, fear, stress, and anxiety on a regular basis. So how do we take action? When you make the decision to take care of your mind and emotions, healthy leadership follows in all areas.
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Any time there’s a major issue in culture whether it be current events, politics, trending topics, or maybe something specific to your niche – people inevitably ask YOU as a leader, “what are your thoughts?” We live in an increasing soapbox culture where we hear many leaders say they feel a certain pressure to “post thoughts” or weigh in on current events. Social media has amplified this more than ever and it raises the question — when is the right time to comment on something, and when should we just say nothing?
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What happens when ego gets in the way of moving things forward? Whether it’s your life, family, or organization — our own ego can be a major roadblock to progress. And if we’re not careful, we can start making decisions that feed our ego, but cause harm to where we’re leading. How do we take a healthy approach. One that has the confidence needed to know your worth, but also willing to set aside personal preferences for the sake of progress.
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Vision may very well be the most important responsibility of any leader. Without it, life grows mundane, people become frustrated or unmotivated, and organizations decline. But vision is more than hype, and more than just dreaming. It's about helping people see a better future and compelling them to come along for the ride. Vision is about calling people to action, one step at a time.
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Leaders are learners. Period, end of story. No debate! They are always looking for ways to improve, get better, and lean into whatever it takes to grow. And it doesn't stop with a degree in organizational leadership or get the dream sales job! The best leaders are LIFELONG learners, and they adopt the teachable attitude that everyone and everything can teach me something. So how do you develop teachability and the hunger to learn in your own life, as well as your team? Let's lean in and find out!
LINKS & RESOURCES:
- How To Become A Lifelong Learner | John Maxwell
- Masterclass
- How To Commit to Lifelong Learning For Success | Forbes
- The Best Leaders Are Constant Learners | Harvard Business Review
- What Kind Of Learner Are You? | Business Insider
- How To Read A Book by Mortimer J. Adler
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Can we be honest? Your family may be the most challenging organization you'll ever lead. Sure, all the leadership podcasts, motivational YouTube videos, and the next guy selling their masterclass might equip you with "leadership knowledge." But all of the hype often goes out the window when we stop teaching what we know, and reproducing who we are. The family is a crucible of leadership where we really find out if we believe all this stuff. And truthfully, it's the simple common-sense approach that works best. We've identified 7 building blocks of rock-solid families, and it's important to set them in place right away. Even if you've never seen it modeled, there is hope for you to build a solid foundation that will leave a legacy for your kids. Lean in!
LINKS & RESOURCES:
5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman
TED | Do You Know The 5 Love Languages?
5 Languages Of Appreciation In the Workplace by Gary Chapman & Paul White
27 Family Traditions To Enjoy Together
7 Habits Of Highly Effective Families
All Pro Dad | 10 Ways To Lead Your Family
Harvard Business Review | The Family Dynamics We Grew Up In Shape How We Work
The Emotionally Healthy Leader | Pete Scazzero
Parents Who Lead by Stewart Friedman & Alyssa Westring
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It's not uncommon over time to build close relationships with your co-workers. However, in a rapidly changing marketplace, how do you handle it when a trusted co-worker and even confidant, becomes your boss? YIKES! Now, the relationship is different. You used to always catch lunch on Friday, talk about the game from the weekend, and maybe even hang out after work from time to time. But now, the power dynamic has shifted and you're not quite sure to handle it when one of your peers is now in charge. It's a delicate dynamic, but with some wise advice from Pastor Q this week, we can help you navigate these waters --- whether you're the boss or the employee. At the end of the day, redrawing boundaries and finding a trusting way forward is possible!
LINKS & RESOURCES:
Harvard Business Review | What To Do When You Become Your Friend's Boss
Resume Lab | From BFF To Your Boss
Insights for Professionals | What To Do When Your Friend Becomes Your Boss
Monster | When A Friend Becomes Your Boss (Or Vice-Versa)
HBR | What To Do When Your Peer Becomes Your Boss
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The reality is, Millennials are no longer the “new kids on the block” in the workforce. They are the majority, and even mid-career. Millennial are ages 27-43, prime ages to take on new managerial and leadership roles. It’s the “earning years” if you will. However, over the past decade, the conversation of Millennials in the workplace has been rife with misunderstanding. Stereotypes like entitlement, lack of commitment, resistance to adversity, etc. are all too easy to apply to an age demographic, and assumptions are aplenty. It is doubly difficult when the even the most talented among them struggle to garner the respect of older co-workers and direct reports, some of whom are more experienced than their Millennial boss. But there IS a way to turn the stereotypes on their head and find traction in today's marketplace. If Millennials go to the next level in self-awareness, they could very well be the necessary bridge between two generations (Boomers/Gen-X & Gen Z).
LINKS & RESOURCES:
A New Kind of Diversity: Making The Different Generations On Your Team A Competitive Advantage | Tim Elmore
Millennials in Management Roles | Forbes
Overcoming Millennial Stereotypes in the Workplace | Wharton UPenn
Simon Sinek | Millennials in the Workplace | Simon Sinek
Burned Out Millennials Are Rethinking If They Want To Be The Boss | CNBC
When Millennials Become Managers | Unifocus
What Everyone Needs To Understand About Millennial Bosses | Inc. Magazine
Millennials & Leadership Styles | Business.com
6 Ways To Prepare Millennials For Leadership Roles
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Just a quick update on our release schedule moving forward. As leaders, we know that consistency matters & it’s important to know exactly WHEN episodes will drop here on the podcast. That way you can build it into your schedule and never be left guessing if there’s something new on the way. So here it is, ready?!? Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday, so twice a month — a NEW episode of the Just Lead Podcast will be release right here on your favorite podcast platform. So we’ll be back next week with a brand new episode, “Under New Management: Can Millennials Handle Leadership Roles?” Yep! You’re not going to want to miss it. So make sure to tap that subscribe button & turn on your notifications so you never miss a beat! While you’re at it, email your leadership situation to us at hello@justlead.me and we’ll try to tackle it in a future episode. See you next week!
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The branding of “dream college” is a lucrative one. Many students are sold grand ideas of campus life with vast social life, student perks, world-class dorms, football teams, and the messaging that says if you wear these colors, you are somebody. This is all propelled by a very competitive academic environment, and a social pressure that students feel to be accepted and belong. In many cases, college is the price of admission for many careers. But that doesn't mean you can't approach it with eyes wide open & make the most wise decision. Selecting the right college is key to avoiding many years of compounding interest from student loans & missed opportunities. How do you navigate this pressure and make the best call? And ultimately, is college worth it? We think so, as long as you know what's needed to launch successfully in the world.
LINKS & RESOURCES:
Borrowed Future | Ramsey Solutions
Break The Chains of Student Loans | Ramsey Solutions
25 High-Paying Jobs That Don't Require A Four Year Degree | Ramsey Solutions
Debt-Free Degree by Anthony O'Neal
How To Get Into A Famous College | Seth Godin, Akimbo
Good College or Famous College | Seth Godin
Stop Stealing Dreams: What Is School For? | Seth Godin
Rising College Costs vs. Starting Salary | CNBC
College Costs Have Risen At Nearly 5X The Rate of Inflation | Fox Business
Career Readiness: What Skills Are Employers Looking For? | National Association Of Colleges & Employers
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This week's episode features special guest, Todd Hopkins. Todd Hopkins is the founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services, an award-winning janitorial franchising company and one of the most respected brands in its industry. Office Pride, with headquarters in Palm Harbor, has 140+ franchise locations in 24 states and growing. Todd is an international best-selling author or co-author of four books, including his most recent Stop Using the "B" Word: Overcome Distractions by Replacing Busy with Productive. This week, we talk all about how to communicate vision, keeping calm in crisis, and living a distraction-free life full of focus, priority, and purpose. At this point, Todd is really part of the JUST LEAD team, and has remarkable career that serves as model for making a difference in the marketplace. Today, his main focus is pouring into leaders and he even speaks into our leadership interns each summer here in Tampa Bay. Make sure to pick up "Stop Using The 'B-Word'" wherever books are sold! In fact, we're giving away a couple of signed copies. Just tap the link below to sign up for our email list & we'll connect with the winners next week!
LINKS & RESOURCES:
Todd Hopkins on LinkedIn
Office Pride
Stop Using The "B-Word" on Amazon
The Janitor: How An Unexpected Friendship Transformed a CEO and His Company
The Stress-Less Business Owner: 10 Guiding Principles To Bring Joy and True Success Back To Your Business
The Carrot Chaser: 4 Truths For Living Out Your Faith at Home and In The Marketplace
Hoshin Method
Verne Harnish | Scaling Up
Why Work With A Cleaning Franchise | The Business of Cleaning Podcast
Why Industry Groups Are Important For Growth | The Business of Cleaning Podcast
Franchise Wire | Mission & Core Values Are At The Heart of Office Pride
Heart of the Customer | Creating a Clean Experience
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In all our years developing leaders, one of the biggest misconceptions is that leadership is reserved for the extroverts. You get it --- loud, boisterous, large and in-charge. And many introverts who would make PHENOMENAL leaders disqualify themselves. Some of our introvert friends have even reported being overlooked or passed up for leadership opportunities. But if you look closer, introverts actually possess valuable leadership traits that are full of potential. It's time to bust some myths about introverts. The truth is they have characteristics and distinctions that can make them incredible assets to any organization. Whether you're an introvert looking for a boost of confidence, or someone who's wondering if an introvert can get the job done --- LEAN IN!
LINKS & RESOURCES:
16 Personalities | Introverted vs. Extroverted
Forbes: What Do Introverts Bring To The Table?
65% of Executives Think Introverts Are Bad Leaders: Here’s Why That’s [Not True]
Forbes: How Introverted Leaders Can Leverage Their Natural Strengths
Quiet: The Power of Introverts In A World That Can't Stop Talking
Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of Introverted Kids
TED Talks: Susan Cain on The Power of Introverts
11 Advantages of Introverted Leadership
The Introverted Leader: Building On Your Quiet Strength
The Hidden Advantages of Quiet Bosses | Harvard Business Review
Introverts: The Best Leaders for Proactive Employees
4 Reasons Why Introverts Make Great Leaders
Why Introverts Can Be Great Leaders
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Merry Christmas! We hope you’re surrounded by friends, family, Christmas decorations, and maybe even enjoying a cup of hot chocolate right now. As you lean into what matters most this Christmas season, we want to encourage you to slow down & enjoy the holidays. Everything that needs to get done will get done, & we’re believing 2023 is going to be your best year yet. We’ll be taking a break the next couple of weeks to enjoy the holidays, but we’ll be back with new episodes on January 4th. If you missed a week, take some time to catch up, and maybe even review the goal-setting episode linked below to get you ready for the new year. We love you & we’ll see you in 2023!
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No-Fail Habits & Goals: Setting The Course Now To Make 2023 The Best Year Ever
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A talented franchisee, small-business owner is asked to give a keynote at their annual company event. They’re new to public speaking, and though talented at what they do, they’re apprehensive about speaking on stage. Many new leaders find themselves in situations just like this where they are asked to speak publicly, give a keynote, speak at a conference, lead a meeting, or deliver a speech. What once was required of them was to just be good at their job – but now, they have to face the #1 surveyed fear of human beings --- Public Speaking. Is speaking simply a talent, or can it be developed? What are some of the best pro tips and strategies to grow in this area? And how do you take control of the steering wheel again when you feel the nerves coming on? PQ delivers tons of insights from his career and how he grew into the dynamic speaker he is today. Take a listen!
LINKS & RESOURCES:
Univ of Iowa | 30 Ways to Manage Speaking Anxiety
Adam Grant | How I Overcame the Fear of Public Speaking
“How To Overcome The Fear of Public Speaking.” | Psychology Today
Talk Like TED | Carmine Gallo
Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln: 21 Powerful Secrets of History's Greatest Speakers | James C. Humes
How To Develop Self-Confidence and Influence People by Public Speaking | Dale Carnegie
Speak with No Fear | Mike Acker
Conquer The Fear of Public Speaking | Susan Cain
To Overcome The Fear of Public Speaking, Stop Thinking About Yourself | Harvard Business Review
16 Tips To Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking | Brian Tracy
How To Improve Your Fear of Public Speaking | Forbes
5 Tips for Overcoming The Fear of Public Speaking | Masterclass
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As one year comes to a close and another is around the corner, maybe you're looking back & seeing where you fell short. Sometimes life happens outside of our control - losing a job, health declined, or some other unexpected fallout. So how do we respond & move forward with a clean slate? Rather than beating yourself up about what's behind you, there's an opportunity the last few weeks of the year to chart the course for the best year ever. PQ talks about how he evaluates, celebrates, & reflects on the calendar year, and how to set goals and habits that translate to success in the new year.
SMARTER GOALS:
Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Realistic, Time-Keyed, Exciting, Relevant
LINKS & RESOURCES:
Full Focus Planner
Your Best Year Ever by Michael Hyatt
How To Write "SMART" Goals | Atlassian
Cultivate What Matters | Lara Casey
Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results by James Clear
23 Goals To Set In 2023 | GenTwenty
How To Set Goals You'll Actually Achieve | Full Focus
End of the Year Reflection Guide | Antimaximalist
1 Second Everyday Video Diary
The Origins of 1 Second Everyday
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING! We hope you’re surrounded by friends, family, and a whole spread of food — Turkey, Ham, Baked Ziti, whatever your flavor is. In that spirit, we just want to say THANK YOU for being part of our leadership community. We’ll be taking a break the next two weeks to enjoy the holidays, but we’ll be back with episodes on December 7th. This includes a BONUS episode with Etiquette Expert, Patricia Rossi, followed by an episode the next week to help you jump start your goal-setting for 2023. We love you & we’ll see you then!
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By nature, leaders like to take action! But in most cases, their desire to take action outpaces the authority they have been given to make decisions. In other words, you may have a boss, director, team captain, parent, teacher, coach or someone else that’s in charge. How do you influence in a positive direction, LEAD UP, and make a difference even when you’re not in charge?
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- How To Lead When You're Not In Charge by Clay Scroggins
- How To Lead When You're Not In Charge | Study Guide
- 10 Ways to Lead Up | Stephen Blandino
- How To Lead When You're Not In Charge | Harvard Business Review
- Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
- Leading Up: The Neglected Competency | Columbia Business School
- 9 Ways to Lead Your Leader | John Maxwell
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from Clay Scroggins, How To Lead When You're Not In Charge
1 - Do you have the best motive for making this challenge?
2 - Is your challenge a possible step to solving a problem that's important to your boss?
3 - Is your challenge related to a core issue for your organization?
4 - Have you been engaging and communicating with the right people about the challenge?
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IF you can give a resounding YES to all 4 questions, proceed with your challenge. If you gave a NO to any of the 4 questions, a challenge may not be advisable.
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This week, we sat down with Steve Rassel, Assistant Director of High Performance with the Toronto Blue Jays. We recently got a tour of their world-class training facility in Tampa Bay, FL, and were blown away by their team values, culture, approach to leadership development, and the mindset they use to train professional athletes at an elite level. So even if you’re not in the outfield, but you’re in the boardroom, classroom, or any other environment — the topics we cover today translate in surprising and inspiring ways. And you know PQ is a baseball fanatic!
To make things a little easier to navigate, check out the timestamps below that serve as chapter titles to this episode:
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
2:21 - PQ's Scouting Report
3:22 - The Blue Jays Development Philosophy
5:11 - Bouncing Back from Failure
6:23 - PQ's Hall of Fame Case
7:07 - Creating "Artificial Failure Scenarios"
11:12 - Get Better Every Day (You vs. You)
13:30 - The Game of Adjustments
15:07 - How To Lead Elite Talent: "The Journey"
18:50 - Growth Mindset
20:56 - The Importance of a Values-Driven Culture
23:00 - Collaboration & Avoiding Silos
25:58 - The Pursuit of Learning
27:05 - Empowering Others: Sustainability & Scalability
28:44 - After-Action Reviews
31:46 - Setting High Standards
33:51 - Managing Expectations
37:28 - Leading To Others' Capacity
40:47 - The Anchor of Respect
42:00 - Customized Team Development & Competing Together
44:31 - The Messy Side of Collaboration
47:46 - The Separator Mindset & Today's Professionalism
51:50 - A Player Slides Into 3rd Base, And His Phone Falls Out Of His Pocket
53:45 - The #1 Draining Thing In Player Development
55:10 - What Fires You Up About Leadership Development?
57:00 - Drawing Healthy Boundaries in a Demanding Job
59:50 - Final Challenge
RESOURCES THAT INFLUENCED THE TORONTO BLUE JAYS CULTURE:
- Team of Teams by General Stanley McChrystal
- Belonging by Owen Eastwood
- Give and Take by Adam Grant
- The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday
- Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise by Anders Ericsson & Robert Pool
- Legacy by James Kerr
- The Speed of Trust by Stephen Covey Jr
- Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein
STEVE RASSEL’S TOOLBOX:
- The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell
- The 5 Levels of Leadership by John Maxwell
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
- Garden City by John Mark Comer
- The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
- Humility by Andrew Murray
Essentialism by Greg McKeown - Start with Why by Simon Sinek
- The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace by Gary Chapman and Paul White
- Think Again by Adam Grant
- Living Forward by Michael Hyatt and Daniel Harkavy
- Atomic Habits by James Clear
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"Win the morning, win the day!" Maybe you've heard all the motivational quotes, and certainly there's a deep well of productivity tools, day planners, apps, and millionaire morning routines out there that all promise to make us more effective. But how do you find something that works (really works) for you? It's not as complicated as you might think! Let's get to it.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- Why We Sleep: Unlocking The Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker, Ph.D
- You’re Not Getting Enough Sleep & It’s Killing You | WIRED
- Best Morning Routine: 21 Steps to a More Productive Day | Asana
- How To Set Yourself Up For A Productive Day | Michael Hyatt
- Free To Focus: Total Productivity System | Michael Hyatt
- Full Focus Planner
- The Ultimate Guide To Morning Routines | Craig Ballantyne
- Atomic Habits by James Clear
- The 5AM Club: Own The Morning, Elevate Your Life by Robin Sharma
- Cultivate What Matters | Daily Planner
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Picture this. You’re in the middle of a productive team meeting, when all of a sudden, someone at the table quits. No, not after the fact. No, not a resignation letter. No, not a private conversation. Just, “I’m OUT!...” in the middle of the meeting. Yikes! What would you do? What would you say? Though you may not have faced this abrupt of a situation, any leader that’s been in the game for a while has been blindsided by someone resigning, stepping away, or quitting. A listener writes in this week about this surprising challenge, and we walk through the best way to handle it!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- 5 Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni
- Safe People by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend
- What To Do When An Employee Quits Suddenly | Match
- What To Do When An Employee Suddenly Quits | Upwork
- 6 Unexpected Reasons Employees Quit, Even When You Thought They Were Happy | Inc. Magazine
- 17 Best Company Culture Books To Read in 2022 | Team Building
- 13 Signs That Someone Is About To Quit, According To Research | SHRM
- How To Retain Employees During The Great Resignation | SHRM
- Cracking Your Church's Culture Code by Dr. Samuel Chand
- Should You Try To Convince A Star Employee to Stay? | Harvard Business Review
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The most challenging leadership conversations are usually not in the workplace, but sitting across from your teenager. Sound scary? It can be, but trust us – on the other side of a tough conversation is a rich, meaningful relationship. As parents, how do we set boundaries, define values, create atmospheres for growth, & clarify what our house will stand for? It’s time to stop avoiding the conversation we know we need to have, and JUST LEAD.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- 3 Big Questions That Change Every Teenager: Making the Most of Your Conversations & Connections by Kara Powell & Brad Griffin
- It’s Just A Phase by Reggie Joiner & Kristen Ivy
- Parenting Your: High School Edition | Orange Resources
- Boundaries with Teens by Dr. John Townsend
- Parenting in a Tech World by Matt McKee & Titania Jordan
- Gen Z Unfiltered by Dr. Tim Elmore
- The Whole Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. & Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D
- “Having Difficult Conversations with Your Teenage Daughter” | All-Pro Dad
- “5 Secrets for Communicating With Your Teenager” | Empowering Parents
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50 million people in the US will change jobs this year, nearly a 30% turnover rate in the total workforce. HR pros agree that the first 90 days (maybe even less!) is major when it comes to starting a new job. But what's the best way to approach it? How can we score critical early wins, build influence fast, and take important first steps as you establish yourself in a new role? In Episode #1 of the JUST LEAD Podcast, Mark Q answers a listener question on how to crush it right away.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- The First 90 Days: Proven Strategies For Getting Up To Speed Faster & Smarter by Michael D. Watkins
- "A Majority of US Workers Changing Jobs Are Seeing Real Wage Gains." - Pew Research Center
- The Leadership Challenge: How To Make Extraordinary Things Happen In Organizations by James M. Kouzes & Barry Z. Posner
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Believe it or not, “No” is a complete sentence. But it’s one that takes courage, clarity, strength, & tact to use effectively on a daily basis. But once you understand the power of a “no,” it creates space for the best opportunities that deserve your “yes.”
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On Wednesday, October 12th, our weekly show X with Q will become the JUST LEAD Podcast. We are excited about this fresh take on the podcast with an all-new format, dynamic conversations, special guests, and the same Brooklyn approach to leadership you've grown to love with Pastor Mark Q! No need to search in Apple, Spotify, or wherever you're listening. The JUST LEAD Podcast will be waiting for you on this feed. Make sure to tap the subscribe button & turn on your notifications to get ready for release day.
Today you’ll make 35,000+ decisions; hopefully brushing your teeth is one of them. Seriously though, that’s a lot to think through and we need a filter to help us make the best call. Use these pro tips to knock your next decision out of the park.
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We all want to grow; and there’s a MILLION “secret sauce” hacks out there that promise results for your life & organization. But what happens when even THAT doesn’t work?
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Leaders love vision! But without credibility, even the most compelling vision will fall flat. Want to find the way forward & grow like never before? It's simple - do what you say you're going to do!
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Everybody talks, but only the best know how to communicate effectively & connect with others. Effective communication is crucial to gaining influence with any size audience and in any sphere of life. Lean in!
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Drop into this week's conversation as we catch up with Pastor Q on a wide array of topics. Are people "born leaders?" Why is experience so necessary for next-generation leaders? How does leadership act as the X factor in any organization? Lean in!
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Believe it or not – rest, replenishment, & even a Sabbath is a discipline. And it’s one that’s NOT an option for a healthy leader. In this week’s episode, we talk about why replenishment is so necessary in the life of a leader & how the discipline of Sabbath is the key to healthy leadership, even if you’re in the marketplace. Lean in!
On this episode of the X with Q Leadership Podcast we're talking about the 5 Marks of a Mature Leader.
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Join us for this extended cut with our special guest, Patricia Rossi. Drawing upon her twenty-plus years of experience in social and emotional intelligence, Patricia created the First Impressions, Lasting Impact Model to help others navigate the ever-changing social environment by maximizing their presence, performance, and professionalism in seven critical areas of influence. Her expertise in influence, impact, and impressions has helped professional athletes, business leaders, and corporations from all over the world develop their powerful social sixth sense, lead with more confidence, lean into their resilience, and jet-propel their productivity. Patricia breaks down the barriers to true social connection while debunking the stuffy rules of decorum. From the boardroom to the backyard BBQ, her clients learn the tools they need to feel more comfortable, assured, anxiety-free, and finally ditch social awkwardness and focus on building game-changing quality connections. She is a frequent speaker for top-tier sports organizations like the NFL, MLB, NCAA, and PGA. No stranger to the camera, Patricia has been a frequent contributor to many news and lifestyle programs and a television host of NBC Daytime’s weekly Business Etiquette Minute for over 12 years, airing in 165 syndicated markets as well as HSN. Her depth of expertise has made her the featured business etiquette expert for Bloomberg, BusinessWeek, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, Real Simple, HGTV, and others. Patricia's bestselling book Everyday Etiquette: How to Navigate 101 Common and Uncommon Social Situations, St. Martin's Press, is now in its 15th printing with no signs of slowing down. Patricia Rossi ensures every client has what they need to stop struggling with small talk, network without nervousness, dine like a diplomat, and lead and proceed with business confidence, and competitive-edge social skills.
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This week's episode features special guest, Todd Hopkins. Todd Hopkins is the founder and CEO of Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services, an award-winning janitorial franchising company and one of the most respected brands in its industry. Office Pride, with headquarters in Palm Harbor, has 140+ franchise locations in 24 states and growing. Todd is an international best-selling author or co-author of four books, including his most recent Stop Using the "B" Word: Overcome Distractions by Replacing Busy with Productive. This week, we talk all about how to communicate vision, keep calm in crisis, and live a distraction-free life full of focus, priority, and purpose. Seriously though, you might want to sit down and take notes! It’s chock full of wisdom. Make sure to pick up "Stop Using The 'B-Word'" wherever books are sold! In fact, we're giving away 10 signed copies. Just text "XWITHQ" to 97000 to be entered to win!
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This week, we drop into a conversation between Pastor Q and top-notch leadership coach and author, Lance Witt. In this segment, we discuss how to craft values that inspire action in your life & organization. Core values aren't enough; they must be attached to lived-out behaviors, no matter where you're leading. Check out Lance on Instagram, his organization Replenish, as well as his most recent book --- Your One Life: Own It, Live It, Love It.
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This week, we drop into a conversation between Pastor Q and top-notch leadership coach and author, Lance Witt. In this segment, we discuss a key equation for living life to the fullest. Clarity + Courage + Calendar. It takes all 3 to set into motion a string of meaningful moments that lead to a more fulfilling life. Check out Lance on Instagram, his organization Replenish, as well as his most recent book --- Your One Life: Own It, Live It, Love It.
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Aretha Franklin said it best, “RESPECT, I need a little respect.” Yet for many leaders, respect can feel all too elusive. How do we get a little respect? How do we make sure our efforts to receive respect are garnered in a healthy way? And what happens when a leader is less than respectable? All this & more in this week's episode!
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What if we told you that healthy conflict could be the catalyst to a closer relationship in your family or on your team? Leaders who move from avoiding conflict to embracing it forge ahead in new ways & possibilities. Missed last week's Part 1 episode? Check it out now at the link below:
EMBRACING CONFLICT (PART 1)
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What if we told you that healthy conflict could be the catalyst to a closer relationship in your family or on your team? Leaders who move from avoiding conflict to embracing it forge ahead in new ways & possibilities. Check back next week for Part 2 of this conversation!
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The best resources are in our relationships. We can't emphasize enough how important it is to pursue key relationships to help you grow. In this episode, Pastor Q talks about the 4 relationships that every leader, regardless of your field, needs in their life. Models, mentors, teammates, & friends! Enjoy.
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With so many distractions, new pressures, and unique demands at work, many people may find themselves slipping into procrastination. You know, putting things off until the last minute, even with negative consequences! However, Pastor Q believes there's hope for us procrastinators out there, and in fact, can be leveraged to make the best decisions. Don't wait until later, listen in now!
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Brad loves a good chart. And Pastor Q loves riffing on anything leadership. What can go wrong with that combo? Listen in as we talk about the "4 Energy States" and why they matter for your life & leadership. How can you learn to embrace positive emotion and balance your energy output to be the healthiest leader you can be? Thanks for listening!
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This week, we drop into a conversation between Pastor Q and top-notch leadership coach and author, Lance Witt. In this segment, we discuss a key equation for living life to the fullest. Clarity + Courage + Calendar. It takes all 3 to set into motion a string of meaningful moments that lead to a more fulfilling life. Check out Lance on Instagram, his organization Replenish, as well as his most recent book --- Your One Life: Own It, Live It, Love It.
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This week, we drop into a conversation between Pastor Q and top-notch leadership coach and author, Lance Witt. In this segment, we discuss self-awareness killers like defensiveness, compulsive busyness, the need for recreation, and how to recognize the "shadow" around our gifting. Check out Lance on Instagram, his organization Replenish, as well as his most recent book --- Your One Life: Own It, Live It, Love It.
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This week, we drop into a conversation between Pastor Q and top-notch leadership coach and author, Lance Witt. In this segment, we discuss the dangers of "hustle culture," recognizing unhealthy mindsets, and how to take account for our souls in our life & leadership. Check out Lance on Instagram, his organization Replenish, as well as his most recent book --- Your One Life: Own It, Live It, Love It.
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The best way to instill confidence in your team is to display commitment. There's no such thing as a successful, but uncommitted leader. What's the value of commitment & who are the different types of committed (or uncommitted) people you may encounter in life? Take a listen to this week's episode!
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There’s a quote attributed to Orlando Aloysius Battista. It says, “The best eraser in the world is a good night's sleep.” Wait too long and the momentum you have can slip away before an action is taken. We have a principle in our organization called “Strike While The Iron Is Hot!” It's understanding that when people take next steps, whether in sales or spiritual growth, there is a very fragile moment of decision that often dulls drastically overnight. Follow up is key, and there's some best practices to make sure you capitalize on the momentum you worked so hard for! Take a listen.
Think about any great athlete on game day. The preparation is done, it's all execution from here. The truth is, for every minute you spend planning, it has the potential to save 10 minutes of execution. And planning has more benefits as well to the leader! You're able to move faster & move with more joy.
Consider this:
What work needs to be done? How should it be done? When should it be done? Where should it be done? How fast can it be done?
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Everything in life & leadership fits into 1 of 3 buckets. Bucket #1 is "things I can control." Bucket #2 is "things I can't control." And Bucket #3 is "things I can influence." The troubles and stresses that face us are usually a result of placing things in the wrong bucket. Pastor Q dives into how to use this filter for our everyday life, taking responsibility where necessary, letting go when needed, and influencing where possible.
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This week's episode wraps up a 3-part conversation we did on excellence. Make sure to check out the first 2 episodes below! In the pursuit of excellence, it's important to not confused with perfectionism or opulence. Excellence is about making things better, not simply making them different or chasing unrealistic expectations. In fact, it's even possible to make something excellent on a budget! Limitations force creativity & the pursuit of excellence is no exception.
Episode 74: A Lifestyle of Excellence
Episode 75: Excellence Is In The Details
Also check out our episode on the commitment to excellence from Tom Brady, now un-retired & STILL with the Tampa Bay Bucs! Episode 68: Tom Brady's Retirement - Here's What We Can Learn As Leaders!
10 KEYS TO EXCELLENCE:
- Value Excellence
- Possess Integrity
- Develop a Deep Commitment to Excellence
- Don't Settle For Average
- Don't Fix Things Temporarily; Make Things Right
- Never Stop Improving
- Go The Second Mile
- Always Give 110%
- Pay Attention To The Details
- Devote Yourself To What You Do Best
Booker T. Washington once said, “Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way.” In other words, it's all about the details! You've heard that phrase that says, “The devil is in the details” right? This means that the general idea you are trying to accomplish rarely gives you problems; the trouble comes when you get down to sorting out the details. Leaders who pursue excellence are always looking at the details. The details are often the difference between mediocrity & greatness.
Listen to Part 1 of our Excellence Series, A Lifestyle of Excellence.
One of the values that sets world-class organizations apart is the value of EXCELLENCE. But it's more than a business thing, or even an experience. Excellence at it's core is a lifestyle, not a moment. To become excellent, you must build excellence in both reality and perception. It's about integrity & commitment in all facets of your life. Excellence in all things means never settling for average.
In the past couple of years, we’ve seen a phenomenon in the United States — The Great Resignation. People are leaving low-paying, low-respect jobs, or transitioning careers altogether. Regardless of your take on the reasons for it, we all must navigate our organizational cultures in the wake of this reality. How do you know if it's time to transition jobs? What's the healthy way to do that? How do we as leaders create climates that compel employees towards job satisfaction & perseverance? You might be surprised at the answers!
We've all seen that photo of the iceberg where only the tip is above the surface, while the substance is below the surface. We tend to celebrate the 10% above the surface --- talent, skills, charisma. But the truth is, what's below the surface either keeps everything afloat or it sinks the ship. The leader's private life, their character and their values, are more important than ever in today's culture. Listen in to find out how to avoid sinking the ship & lead with integrity. Titanic puns may or may not be included...
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Music: "My Heart Will Go On (Instrumental)" by The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra
Yikes! 91% (why not 90?) of what you and I say will be forgotten. But don't be discouraged. Whether you're an entrepreneur, barista, employee, or a mom, there's ways to make your message stick. Let's make the 9% count!
It’s safe to say that education provides some level of training in reading, writing, & even speaking. However, studies show that 45% of our communication is spent LISTENING! It's a skill that every leader must develop. Why? Because listening builds trust and without trust, you cannot lead.
5 Ways To Listen Better | Julian Treasure (TED Talk)
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Sometimes the best decisions are the most unpopular ones. But that's what leadership is all about; living by vision and values and not simply in the feedback loop of others' opinions. Sure, take in the feedback & measure the results, but ultimately you must make a decision. Whether it's personal or organizational, there are stages to making the best and most beneficial decisions. Check out Part 2 of this 2-Part Episode!
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After 22 years, Tom Brady has retired from professional football. The receipt of accolades & records broken is too long to list, but Brady aptly sums up his career with one word: COMMITMENT! That's a big deal for leaders and anyone pursuing greatness. What can we learn from Brady's commitments both on & off the field. Enjoy this extended episode, & hats off to Tom Brady for an incredible football legacy.
- Tom Brady's Full Retirement Statement
- Career Highlights
- 17 Essential Qualities of a Team Player by John Maxwell
- Tom Brady's Terrible NFL Combine Performance
- Pathological Commitment to the Craft
President Harry Truman was famous for the sign on his desk, “The buck stops here.” In other words, the final decision rests with the leader. But healthy leaders don't just make decisions because they can. Whether it's personal or organizational, there are stages to making the best and most beneficial decisions. Check out Part 1 of this 2-Part Episode!
As leaders, we LOVE to start things, launch things, & inspire our teams towards success. However, sustainability is a huge part of healthy leadership. How do we avoid being a “flash in the pan?” Pastor Q talks about why long-term consistency beats short-term intensity. Count the cost before you charge the hill! It's a both / and.
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“Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it? For if you lay the foundation and are not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule you..."
Great leaders have big dreams & expect the best from those they are leading. But sometimes, employees or volunteers underachieve, underperform, or completely miss the most important values. However, it's far too easy to blame employees, rather than taking ownership ourselves. Your results are always attached to how you are leading and communicating. In this episode, Pastor Q talks about 4 key reasons why your team might be underperforming, and how to change it!
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The Keys To Delegation (Part 1)
The Keys To Delegation (Part 2)
The biggest advantage a leader has is not what they do, but how they think. When you change how you think, all kinds of healthy actions, habits, & results follow. But if we are to change how we think, we have to intentionally think about our thinking. Yeah, our brain hurts saying that sentence too. But it's true! Pastor Q talks about the thinking advantage & how we can grow as better thinkers in our lives & organization. For more on this, check out John Maxwell's book "How Successful People Think," and the 11 traits below.
How Successful People Think by John Maxwell
- Big-Picture Thinking: ability to think beyond yourself and your world
- Focused Thinking: ability to think with clarity by removing distractions / clutter
- Creative Thinking: ability to break out of your "box" and explore new ideas
- Realistic Thinking: ability to build a solid foundation on facts and reality
- Strategic Thinking: ability to implement plans that increase potential tomorrow
- Possibility Thinking: ability to unleash enthusiasm / hope to solve the impossible
- Reflective Thinking: ability to revisit the past and gain perspective
- Questioning Popular Thinking: ability to reject common thinking; gain new ideas
- Shared Thinking: ability to include others to go beyond your own thoughts
- Unselfish Thinking: ability to consider others, and to think with collaboration
- Bottom-Line Thinking: ability to focus on results and reap the best rewards
Meetings are part of every leader & employees' work life. Unfortunately, most meetings are ineffective, unproductive, and a waste of valuable time. But when meetings are done right, everyone wins. There's more efficiency, buy-in, momentum, productivity, & joy. Lean in to this XL Episode (extended cut) as we talk about how to STOP THE MEETING MADNESS!
Make sure to check out these resources below to help you lead more effective meetings:
- Death by Meeting by Patrick Lencioni
- Stop The Meeting Madness | Harvard Business Review
Thanks for an incredible year! Take a look at our show notes below for a curated list of our favorite episodes in 2021. Maybe you missed one, or just want to refresh your memory. Just tap the link to listen now or find it in your favorite podcast feed. Brand new episodes & more content coming your way in 2022!
FAVORITES:
- How To Make Your New Year's Resolutions Stick
- I'm Not Religious, So What Does The Bible Have To Teach Me About Leadership?
- Attitude Is King
- The Curiosity Trait
- Home Depot's Power Hour (Part 2): How To Keep Values From Slipping In Your Organization
TEAMS:
- Titles & Rings: Why Playing For A Winning Team Matters More Than Your Position
- Why Trust Is Everything On A Team
- The Difference & Diversity Of A Great Team
COMMUNICATION:
- Pro Tips For Communicating To Any Size Audience
- Why Martin Luther King Was A Brilliant Communicator
- The 3 C's Of Effective Communication
HEALTHY LEADERSHIP:
- The Discipline of Vacation
- Do You Have A Growth Mindset?
- Who's In Your Corner?
VISION & VALUES:
- Transferring Values
- The Difference Between A Dreamer & A Visionary
- A Leader's Responsibility (Part 1)
- How To Catch A Compelling Vision
PRO TIPS:
- The Keys To Delegation (Part 2)
- 10 Things That Require Zero Talent (Part 1)
- Home Depot's Power Hour (Part 1): Customer Service & The Thank You Economy
- Managing Tensions vs. Solving Problems
Tough conversations don’t have to be complicated! Just remember, be kind & be clear. Healthy leaders are able to communicate both, and their teams are healthier because of it. Drop-in on this conversation between Pastor Q & world-class ministry coach, Lance Witt.
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As culture changes & new generations emerge in the workplace, it's more important than ever to learn healthy communication to bridge the gap. The values of your organization are too important to toss your hands in frustration at the next generation. You can sharpen your communication skills to make sure that the vision is executed in the right time! It just takes some practice & patience. Lean in!
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The difference between thriving & surviving is your willingness to change. Live by timeless principles, but make sure your methods, models, & communication are timely and relevant. It's just another tension that we are tasked with managing as a leader. When you have the audacity to change things up, that's when your principles become legacies.
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Leaders are doers. And by nature, we like to solve problems. But not everything requires a hammer. Sometimes a situation calls for a leveler, or in this case, a leader who can manage tensions. In this episode, Pastor Q talks about 3 key tensions that may exist in your life, ministry, or business that are not necessarily problems to be solved, but are "just an is." Nope, not a typo! It's just a tension to be managed.
Compelling vision is one that paints a picture of a better future. But where does that vision come from? Vision is often heard even before it is seen. Pastor Q talks about 4 voices we need to listen for when getting vision for our lives and our organizations.
Leaders love to dream. And leaders must cast vision! But the difference between a dreamer & a visionary is whether or not they have the ability to get the vision out of their head. It takes courage, boldness, & a few practical tips for how to cast vision for whatever you are leading.
The best leaders in the world have the curiosity trait. They may not be the smartest in the room, but they are the most curious in the room. Good thing for us, curiosity is a trait that can be developed and learned. Overcome the barriers that keep us from curiosity & learn how to grow to become more curious in your life and leadership.
From time to time, meme culture & your Facebook timeline will give you some leadership gold. A little while back an image circulated saying, “10 Things That Require Zero Talent.” In Part 2 of this 2-Part episode, Pastor Q talks about how each of these thoughts apply to everyday leadership. Though some of these might require intentionality or discipline, anyone can do them regardless of talent or aptitude.
Be sure to check out Part 1 as well!
From time to time, meme culture & your Facebook timeline will give you some leadership gold. A little while back an image circulated saying, “10 Things That Require Zero Talent.” In Part 1 of this 2-Part episode, Pastor Q talks about how each of these thoughts apply to everyday leadership. Though some of these might require intentionality or discipline, anyone can do them regardless of talent or aptitude. Be sure to tune in next week for Part 2!
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Patricia Rossi
Everyday Etiquette by Patricia Rossi
When Pastor Q starts reading business reviews on a plane, crazy things happen! A recent survey featured in Inc. Magazine from Bloomberg highlights some surprising things related to customer service. Listen to this week's episode to find out why ATTITUDE IS KING!
The Gold Standard of Customer Relations
No matter how talented you are, you'll soon realize you can't do everything by yourself. That's why you're not an expert, but a leader. And you recognize that delegation is key to growing to the next level. In Part 2, Pastor Q talks about the 5 Points of Delegation, plus why outcomes & deadlines are so critical to the process. If you didn't get a chance to check out Part 1, tap below!
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No matter how talented you are, you'll soon realize you can't do everything by yourself. That's why you're not an expert, but a leader. And you recognize that delegation is key to growing to the next level. So why is it so difficult? What keeps us from delegating to others when we know it's value? Listen in to Part 1 to find out & tune in next week for Part 2!
Have you ever been disappointed when your assignment at work changes? Maybe it's a transfer, stepping away from a project, or a new job altogether. How do you keep a healthy mindset as you navigate the future with uncertainty? Listen in as Pastor Layne Schranz talks about "open-handed leadership," and how to see others successes as your own.
For the full episode from Pastor Layne, check out Part 1 & Part 2, linked below. Lots of leadership gold here for ministry & the marketplace. Thanks for listening & subscribing.
Layne Schranz | Church of the Highlands (Part 1 of 2)
Layne Schranz | Church of the Highlands (Part 2 of 2)
In Patrick Lencioni’s “5 Dysfunctions of a Team,” he cites Absence of Trust as the number one hindrance to any organization. Why is trust so important to leadership? What makes a trustworthy leader? And how do you foster a healthy environment where trust can be built, even in disagreement? All this & more in this week's episode!
The distinction between a hard-worker & a capable leader is the ability to transfer values. In other words, it’s not just about completing the job, but the skill to deliver values & culture to those they lead. This is not an easy leap to make; so how do we do it?
The genius of God is found in the diversity of his people. And that's never more true than when you're leading a great team! Even though successful teams have a like-mindedness, we aren't all called to be alike. Make sure you're celebrating each other's differences as valuable and unique.
Check out this latest installment of BEST OF on X WITH Q. We'll be back next month with ALL NEW EPISODES!
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Every church planter, entrepreneur, or high-level leader has vision and passion (or at least I hope so!). But even the most passionate, visionary leaders will struggle to lead people anywhere if they don't first establish credibility. Whatever it takes, just do what you say you're going to do!
Check out this throwback episode & X with Q favorite. Is it possible to get comfortable with uncertainty? Can the unknown actually benefit your organization and ultimately lead to making better decisions? Listen in as Pastor Q unpacks how to embrace the ambiguity, while still striving to move the vision forward.
Sure, it's important to have goals in your life, business, church, or organization. But if you're leading, you must be very careful that you don't step towards those goals on the backs and bruises of other people. If people are your focus over your goals, you'll find yourself in a healthy spot at the end of the day. Check out this throwback clip from last summer with Pastor Q, Brad Chandler, & Brandon Tracy.
One of John Maxwell’s timeless concepts is that of “adding value” wherever you go as a leader. How do we become leaders who “add value” to our peers, employees, or directors? Pastor Q brings a wealth of content in just under 10 minutes here. ENJOY!
We continue our BEST OF series, Choosing Alignment Even In Disagreement.
Organizations often strive for unanimous decisions around the table. However, a diverse team will bring different life experiences and perspectives to any discussion. Secure and confident leaders can handle a healthy level of disagreement, so long as there's alignment with what matters most. We may disagree in the room, but once we exit, we walk in unity and agreement on whatever decision was made.
Check out this BEST OF edition of X with Q from one of our top episodes, Mastering the Morning. In times of uncertainty and lack of control, it's important to "master the morning." Be careful of what or who you allow to define each day!
Proverbs 11:24 says, “The world of the generous gets larger and larger; the world of the stingy gets smaller and smaller.” No one wants to work for or follow a stingy leader. Because stingy is stingy, in every way! But generous leaders? Their world is one of abundance and wide connections. How can you grow to become a more generous leader today?
It's summertime, and we hope you've had a chance to get away and rest up! The truth is, even vacation requires discipline. Leaders who rest well are always more effective when they return. But if you don't deliberately rest, you will deliberately work! Listen in to some of Pastor Q's best practices for how to get the most out of your summer rest.
Everyone talks, but not everyone communicates. Pastor Q has 3 simple tips to help you get your message across, no matter what you're saying!
Check out this throwback clip from Brad & Pastor Q's first interview on last summer's internship podcast. Pastor Q talks about why the world doesn't have a church problem, but a leadership problem. What are we most optimistic about the next generation of leaders? And what are some common misconceptions about leadership that young leaders should put away? Great insights here!
The most successful & fulfilled leaders are the ones who know their role, and know who they're NOT! Where does your responsibility & role begin and end?
In Part 2 of this 2-Part Episode, Pastor Q talks about the most important word in a leader's vocabulary. Listen in to find out what it is!
In Part 1 of this 2-Part Episode, Pastor Q talks about the most important word in a leader's vocabulary. Listen in to find out what it is!
In last week's episode, we talked about Home Depot's value of "Power Hour," a customer-service value that has seen a great deal of success in the company. But what happens when that value slips at different levels of the organization? What if the value isn't emphasized or it's overlooked for a period of time? Pastor Q responds to Home Depot employee complaints & talks about how to inspire and uphold the values that matter most. At the end of the day, it's all about what motivates you. Enjoy!
If you walk into any Home Depot around 10:00am on a weekday, you’ll likely hear an announcement that Power Hour is beginning. This customer service initiative popularized by CEO Frank Blake in 2010 inspired one of our values at theChapel. Every week, we take intentional time to pray for, recognize, and celebrate people who are making a difference in our organization! Even if you're not leading a church, don't forget that your business is still the people business. Customer service matters. And saying "THANK YOU?" That's not just an act of goodwill, but it builds influence & trust. Who can you "power hour" today?
In this special XL episode, Pastor Q talks about job descriptions as merely the starting point for influence in an organization. Simon Sinek says, “A leader without a title is better than a title without the ability to lead." Leading simply from a position or job title is only the most rudimentary form of leadership. But what if you could set the job description, title, or Instagram bio aside for a moment and ask, "What do I need to do today to help my team win?" It's those types of team players that make it possible for the team to meet it's goals. It's not about my title, it's about winning a ring. And the leaders that recognize team members as being essential contributors? They create a winning culture that everyone wants to be a part of, regardless of title or position. Too much great content to confine to 10 minutes this week! Enjoy.
Jump into this throwback conversation with Pastor Q about some of his early leadership lessons in Nashville as a record producer. You'll pick up on some common themes that he still carries with him today as he leads theChapel. We jump into team diversity, healthy views of success, hard work, and boundaries. As always, 10-minutes that pack a punch!
Pastor Q hosts a special XL episode with Lance Witt. Lance was a lead pastor for 20 years & served for 7 years as an Executive/Teaching Pastor at Saddleback Church in Southern California. He is also the founder of Replenish Ministries and for more than a decade has been serving leaders and organizations of all sizes and shapes through personal coaching, team development, and church consulting. Make sure to check out his best-selling book, High Impact Teams, where he explores healthy & high performance leadership. Pastor Q takes on the hosting role in Part 2 of this 2-Part episode. They discuss accountability on your team, how to deal with under-performance, self-care, and healthy leadership. Enjoy!
- Lance Witt | Instagram
- Replenish
- High Impact Teams
- It's Your Ship by Captain D. Michael Abrashoff
- Pre-Order - Your Own Life: Own It, Live It, Love It
Pastor Q hosts a special XL episode with Lance Witt. Lance was a lead pastor for 20 years & served for 7 years as an Executive/Teaching Pastor at Saddleback Church in Southern California. He is also the founder of Replenish Ministries and for more than a decade has been serving leaders and organizations of all sizes and shapes through personal coaching, team development, and church consulting. Make sure to check out his most recent book, High Impact Teams, where he explores healthy & high performance leadership. Pastor Q takes on the hosting role in Part 1 of this 2-Part episode. They discuss making the most out of your meetings and the value of strategic & tactical thinkers on your team. Enjoy!
- Lance Witt | Instagram
- Replenish
- High Impact Teams
The choice between a "growth mindset" and a "fixed mindset" could make the biggest difference in your leadership tomorrow. What does a growth mindset look like & how can you adopt it in your everyday strategy & thinking? Pastor Q drops some incredible wisdom on this one, right from his iPhone.
Brooklyn native Uncle Ben famously said to Spiderman, “with great power comes great responsibility.” What is the responsibility of a leader? In Part 2 of this 2-part episode, Pastor Q talks about the direct correlation between responsibility & influence, plus the dysfunction that comes when they are out of balance.
Brooklyn native Uncle Ben famously said to Spiderman, “with great power comes great responsibility.” What is the responsibility of a leader? In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, Pastor Q talks about responsibility, ownership, capacity, and learning from our failures.
Check out this Xtra mini-episode of great content from the cutting room floor of X with Q. Pastor Q talks about why the Bible is a valuable leadership resource, regardless of your religious beliefs.
Joshua 4 gives an insight of how any leader gains the respect of their peers and the people they lead. Verse 14 says, "That’s how the Lord showed the Israelites that Joshua was their leader. For the rest of Joshua’s life, they respected him as they had respected Moses." Pastor Q unpacks this text & gives us 3 essentials for how to gain respect in any sphere of influence.
Check out this Xtra mini-episode of great content from the cutting room floor of X with Q. Pastor Q talks about how to spot "yes men" in your organization, and how to contend for your ideas in a healthy way. Enjoy!
The most important decisions you'll make will often require the sage advice of older, or more experienced leaders. The trouble is, our pride often gets in the way of seeking the advice of those who are ahead of us. But what if you valued making the best decision over how you'll be perceived? Make no mistake, this principle could unlock the next step for you. You're just one conversation away from being a better leader.
Psychologists estimate that we make 35,000 decisions per day, that’s 2,000 decisions per waking hour. It’s even more true for leaders! If we're not careful, we can find ourselves making dumb decisions without even realizing it. Sure it's ok to make mistakes, as long as they're new ones! Pastor Q shares some of his pro tips for making the best leadership decisions each day.
We've all heard it said: Leadership is influence. But that doesn’t happen in theory, but in relationships. The truth is, the relationships you bring close often determine whether you reach your dreams & goals. Don't be the leader that arrives at some destination only to find that they brought the wrong people with them. Whether in success or failure, bring people with you that are life-giving on the journey.
Nothing slows an individual or organization down quite like complexity. As we grow & change, things tend to get more complicated in our lives and organizations. We must avoid the drift towards complexity and fight for simplicity as leaders. Only then can things be clear in our leadership, as we consider the next right step.
- Pastor Q | Instagram
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- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
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- theChapel | Facebook
Many times, leaders have past experiences they can lean on as they lead through a particular situation. But what happens when something is completely new, and you find yourself in uncharted territory? What do you do? What do you hold on to? In Part 2 of this 2-Part episode, Pastor Q talks about how to remain adaptable, evaluate past experiences, and then draw maps for leaders that will come after you.
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
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- theChapel | Facebook
Many times, leaders have past experiences they can lean on as they lead through a particular situation. But what happens when something is completely new, and you find yourself in uncharted territory? What do you do? What do you hold on to? In Part 1 of this 2-Part episode, Pastor Q talks about the opportunities & obstacles that present themselves in seasons of uncertainty and how relationships are key to making it through.
Pastor Q | Instagram
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- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
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- theChapel | Facebook
Whether you're speaking to a large auditorium or leading a one-on-one meeting on the way to a job site, considering your audience is paramount. Pastor Q shares some his best tips for how to win any room with your message, and how not to lose it in the process! Just saying, you may want to take notes on this one.
- Pastor Q | Instagram
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- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
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Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the greatest communicators in modern history. Though uniquely gifted, he adopted the biblical precedent of "knowing your audience" when communicating his message. If you want to get your message across, you must recognize that everyone is different, and adjust your communication to that.
- Pastor Q | Instagram
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- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
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Organizations often strive for unanimous decisions around the table. However, a diverse team will bring different life experiences and perspectives to any discussion. Secure and confident leaders can handle a healthy level of disagreement, so long as there's alignment with what matters most. We may disagree in the room, but once we exit, we walk in unity and agreement on whatever decision was made.
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
- theChapel | Instagram
- theChapel | Facebook
This special XL Episode goes beyond our usual 10 minutes to spend some extra time with a special guest, Pastor Layne Schranz. We invited Pastor Layne to speak to our staff for the day and we caught up with him in this hour-long conversation about leadership, culture, and building teams. Make sure to check out Part 2 of this episode, available now on X with Q!
Pastor Layne Schranz has been on staff as an associate pastor at Church of the Highlands, one of our nation's most influential churches, since May 2001. His family moved to Birmingham from Colorado Springs, Colorado, where he spent several years working as the president of one of the nation’s most successful towing companies and volunteering as a youth pastor at New Life Church. Once Pastor Layne arrived at Highlands, he pioneered Highland’s Student Ministries program as well as the Highlands Leadership Institute, which eventually became Highlands College. He also served as Highlands' first video campus pastor, which paved the way for their church’s multi-site approach. Pastor Layne currently oversees multiple areas of ministry at Highlands. He and his wife, Rachel, have been married since 1996 and have two daughters, Ashlyn and Devyn.
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Layne Schranz | Instagram
- Layne Schranz | Twitter
- Highlands College
- Grow Leader
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
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- theChapel | Facebook
This special XL Episode goes beyond our usual 10 minutes to spend some extra time with a special guest, Pastor Layne Schranz. We invited Pastor Layne to speak to our staff for the day and we caught up with him in this hour-long conversation about leadership, culture, and building teams. Make sure to check out Part 2 of this episode, available now on X with Q!
Pastor Layne Schranz has been on staff as an associate pastor at Church of the Highlands, one of our nation's most influential churches, since May 2001. His family moved to Birmingham from Colorado Springs, Colorado, where he spent several years working as the president of one of the nation’s most successful towing companies and volunteering as a youth pastor at New Life Church. Once Pastor Layne arrived at Highlands, he pioneered Highland’s Student Ministries program as well as the Highlands Leadership Institute, which eventually became Highlands College. He also served as Highlands' first video campus pastor, which paved the way for their church’s multi-site approach. Pastor Layne currently oversees multiple areas of ministry at Highlands. He and his wife, Rachel, have been married since 1996 and have two daughters, Ashlyn and Devyn.
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Layne Schranz | Instagram
- Layne Schranz | Twitter
- Highlands College
- Grow Leader
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
- theChapel | Instagram
- theChapel | Facebook
Happy New Year! As we say goodbye to 2020, we're already looking ahead to 2021. Maybe you've been thinking about new year's resolutions or goals for your life and leadership. But we've all been there, right? We start out strong, but it's so easy to fizzle out. And who knows what interruptions or surprises might happen this year?!? Whatever the case may be, better days are ahead in 2021. Listen in as Pastor Q talks about how to position yourself for the best year ever, and even randomly calls an expert to ask for help.
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- Michael Hyatt & Co.
- Michael Hyatt | Your Best Year Ever (Course)
- Michael Hyatt | Your Best Year Ever (Book)
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- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
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If there's one thing that's constant across life and leadership, it's change. Your relationship to change is directly correlated to how effective & healthy your leadership will be. Even if it doesn't come natural to you, change is usually the base element to any type of personal growth. Just make sure that any changes you make support your ultimate goal & values.
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
- theChapel | Instagram
- theChapel | Facebook
We've all heard the saying - "healthy things grow." But that's only half of the truth. Unhealthy things grow too; and most "secret sauce" growth strategies don't account for that. Make no mistake, something is ALWAYS growing. It's just a matter of what fruit is being produced.
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
- theChapel | Instagram
- theChapel | Facebook
Many leaders grow discontent if their organization or personal development is not growing at the pace they want. Why aren't you growing? And why aren't you ok with it? Is that discontentment coming from a willingness to change, or an unhealthy place? These are important questions to ask to avoid falling into the two traps of complacency or self-accomplishment.
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
- theChapel | Instagram
- theChapel | Facebook
Every church planter, entrepreneur, or high-level leader has vision and passion (or at least I hope so!). But even the most passionate, visionary leaders will struggle to lead people anywhere if they don't first establish credibility. Whatever it takes, just do what you say you're going to do!
LINKS & RESOURCES
- ARC Churches
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
- theChapel | Instagram
- theChapel | Facebook
For any team to go to the next level, it requires everyone to bring their best. What does it look like to pursue excellence on any team or organization? When perseverance meets potential, that's a recipe for measuring success. What COULD it be?
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
- theChapel | Instagram
- theChapel | Facebook
Is it possible to get comfortable with uncertainty? Can the unknown actually benefit your organization and ultimately lead to making better decisions? Listen in as Pastor Q unpacks how to embrace the ambiguity, while still striving to move the vision forward.
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
- theChapel | Instagram
- theChapel | Facebook
2020 has been a year where many leaders feel a loss of control. That's why it's important to "master the morning." Be careful of what or who you allow to define each day!
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
- theChapel | Instagram
- theChapel | Facebook
Here it is! Episode One, numero uno, of X with Q featuring Pastor Mark Quattrochi. Listen in to learn more about Pastor Q's leadership journey from the neighborhoods of Brooklyn, to the studios of Nashville, and now as Lead Pastor of theChapel in Tampa Bay, Florida. Also, burning questions like PQ's most regrettable fashion trend. Let's just get to the point. 10 minutes, that's it!
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
- theChapel | Instagram
- theChapel | Facebook
X with Q is a 10-minute podcast about leading healthy from ministry to the marketplace, featuring Pastor Mark Quattrochi (Q). Pastor Q is a Brooklyn native, former record producer, baseball fanatic, & the Lead Pastor at theChapel in Tampa Bay, Florida.
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Pastor Q | Instagram
- Pastor Q | Twitter
- Pastor Q | Recent Messages
- theChapel | Web
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- theChapel | Facebook