In this episode Richard relates a few key questions he's received while on the road the past few months. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

In this episode Richard relates a few key questions he's received while on the road the past few months. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://blackaby.org/support-bmi-kin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class <a href="https://www.blackabyinstitute.com/course/when-god-speaks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>.

Questions from the Road

In this episode Richard questions common sayings and challenges us to think more about the words we use. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

In this episode Richard questions common sayings and challenges us to think more about the words we use. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://blackaby.org/support-bmi-kin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class <a href="https://www.blackabyinstitute.com/course/when-god-speaks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>.

You Have Heard it Said...

In this episode Richard shares a few ways we can make small changes in our lives that can have large impacts over time.  DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

In this episode Richard shares a few ways we can make small changes in our lives that can have large impacts over time.  DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://blackaby.org/support-bmi-kin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class <a href="https://www.blackabyinstitute.com/course/when-god-speaks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>.

Think Small

Mike Linch

In this episode Richard talks with Mike Linch. He is the senior pastor at North Star Church in Kennesaw, GA. He also hosts a podcast called linch with a leader along with local leadership events. You can connect with Mike at Mikelinch.com DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class here. CONNECT: Connect with Mike: Mikelinch.com Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

In this episode Richard talks with Mike Linch. He is the senior pastor at North Star Church in Kennesaw, GA. He also hosts a podcast called linch with a leader along with local leadership events. You can connect with Mike at <a href="http://mikelinch.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mikelinch.com</a> DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://blackaby.org/support-bmi-kin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class <a href="https://www.blackabyinstitute.com/course/when-god-speaks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Connect with Mike: <a href="http://mikelinch.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mikelinch.com</a> Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>.

A Conversation With Mike Linch

We've talked about it before but books are a great asset to any leader. In this episode Richard shares some of his top reasons for reading. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

We've talked about it before but books are a great asset to any leader. In this episode Richard shares some of his top reasons for reading. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://blackaby.org/support-bmi-kin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class <a href="https://www.blackabyinstitute.com/course/when-god-speaks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>.

Leaders and Books

It's not hard to look around and see all the problems in the world. It's much harder to remain positive and see the good around you. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

It's not hard to look around and see all the problems in the world. It's much harder to remain positive and see the good around you. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://blackaby.org/support-bmi-kin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class <a href="https://www.blackabyinstitute.com/course/when-god-speaks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>.

Don't Be a Cynic

We've all been part of organizations that have problems. It's hard to know sometimes when it's worth sticking around and when to move on. In this episode Richard shares some principles to help guide us through the thought process. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

We've all been part of organizations that have problems. It's hard to know sometimes when it's worth sticking around and when to move on. In this episode Richard shares some principles to help guide us through the thought process. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://blackaby.org/support-bmi-kin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class <a href="https://www.blackabyinstitute.com/course/when-god-speaks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>.

Know When to Leave

All leaders will sooner or later be put on a pedestal of some sort. In this episode Richard shares a few things to watch out for once you are on a pedestal. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

All leaders will sooner or later be put on a pedestal of some sort. In this episode Richard shares a few things to watch out for once you are on a pedestal. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://blackaby.org/support-bmi-kin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class <a href="https://www.blackabyinstitute.com/course/when-god-speaks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>.

Beware of the Pedestal

In this episode Richard shares some of the pitfalls and road bumps that could potentially trip leaders and keep them from being all the leader God has called them to be. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

In this episode Richard shares some of the pitfalls and road bumps that could potentially trip leaders and keep them from being all the leader God has called them to be. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://blackaby.org/support-bmi-kin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Register for the When God Speaks Online class <a href="https://www.blackabyinstitute.com/course/when-god-speaks" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>.

Reach Your Leadership Potential

In this episode Richard shares some of the lessons he's learned in public speaking and writing. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Register for The Seasons of God Online class here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

In this episode Richard shares some of the lessons he's learned in public speaking and writing. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://blackaby.org/support-bmi-kin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Register for The Seasons of God Online class <a href="https://www.blackabyinstitute.com/course/seasons-of-god" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>.

Effective Public Communication

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The Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast

Scott MacLellan

He started his own company in 1999, and today it does 33 billion dollars in volume. He now serves as the CEO of a different company. During his 40-year career in the marketplace and through heartbreaking challenges in his personal life, God has taken him on an unexpected journey of faith. In this episode, Richard interviews Scott MacLellan, an entrepreneur, CEO, and the author of Am I Building a Life of Personal Faith? Find out more about Scott's businesses: www.iamtouchpoint.comwww.morrisonliving.com DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. UPCOMING CLASS: If you’ve ever wanted to take the “Experiencing God” Bible study, now is your chance. A new session of the “Experiencing God” online class will begin Jan. 13, 2020. Find more information or register at https://blackaby.org/onlineclasses/. (Registration closes Jan. 6, 2020) RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: More info on Scott and his book “Am I Building a Life of Personal Faith” is available here. “Amanda’s Gift” is available here. CONNECT: Follow Scott on Twitter Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Scott on Facebook Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

He started his own company in 1999, and today it does 33 billion dollars in volume. He now serves as the CEO of a different company. During his 40-year career in the marketplace and through heartbreaking challenges in his personal life, God has taken him on an unexpected journey of faith. In this episode, Richard interviews Scott MacLellan, an entrepreneur, CEO, and the author of Am I Building a Life of Personal Faith? Find out more about Scott's businesses: <a href="http://www.iamtouchpoint.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.iamtouchpoint.com</a><a href="https://www.morrisonliving.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.morrisonliving.com</a> DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://bit.ly/382Exi3" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> UPCOMING CLASS: If you’ve ever wanted to take the “Experiencing God” Bible study, now is your chance. A new session of the “Experiencing God” online class will begin Jan. 13, 2020. Find more information or register at <a href="https://blackaby.org/onlineclasses/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blackaby.org/onlineclasses/</a>. (Registration closes Jan. 6, 2020) RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: More info on Scott and his book “Am I Building a Life of Personal Faith” is available <a href="https://www.awarenessofgod.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. “Amanda’s Gift” is available <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amandas-Gift-Scott-N-MacLellan/dp/096652716X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=amanda%27s+gift+scott+maclellan&amp;qid=1578329476&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. CONNECT: Follow Scott on <a href="https://twitter.com/AmIBuildingaLi1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> Follow Scott on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/awarenessofgod/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Scott on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/awarenessofgod.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Episode 82: A Conversation with Scott MacLellan

Abraham Lincoln is often considered the greatest American president. In this episode Richard looks at the life of Lincoln and what lessons leaders today can learn from him. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin you can buy it here. UPCOMING EVENTS: Join Richard at Oxford University for a week-long entrepreneurial leadership seminar, August 11-19. Find more information here. Attend BMI’s next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop in Jonesboro, GA, May 6-8, 2019. Find more information here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

Abraham Lincoln is often considered the greatest American president. In this episode Richard looks at the life of Lincoln and what lessons leaders today can learn from him. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin you can buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Team-Rivals-Political-Abraham-Lincoln/dp/0743270754/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=team+of+rivals&amp;qid=1552958298&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> UPCOMING EVENTS: Join Richard at Oxford University for a week-long entrepreneurial leadership seminar, August 11-19. Find more information <a href="http://www.entrepreneurialleaders.com/Overview2019?mc_cid=b0323ba089&amp;mc_eid=bc686cbb3f" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Attend BMI’s next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop in Jonesboro, GA, May 6-8, 2019. Find more information <a href="https://blackabycoaching.org/workshop/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Leader Profile: Abraham Lincoln

Adam Grant

What makes some people so spectacularly successful at thinking of new ideas, selling products, or starting global movements? In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the fascinating book “Originals: How Non-Conformists Rule the World” by Adam Grant. RESOURCES: “Originals: How Non-Conformists Rule the World” by Adam Grant. Buy it  here. Next book club pick: “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday. Buy it  here. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC, on April 6-8, 2020 to lead a conference on “Increasing Your Spiritual Influence in the Home, Church, Marketplace, and Culture.” Find more information or register here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

What makes some people so spectacularly successful at thinking of new ideas, selling products, or starting global movements? In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the fascinating book “Originals: How Non-Conformists Rule the World” by Adam Grant. RESOURCES: “Originals: How Non-Conformists Rule the World” by Adam Grant. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Originals-How-Non-Conformists-Move-World/dp/014312885X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. Next book club pick: “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ego+is+the+enemy&amp;qid=1572884797&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC, on April 6-8, 2020 to lead a conference on “Increasing Your Spiritual Influence in the Home, Church, Marketplace, and Culture.” Find more information or register <a href="https://blackaby.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8fba183ec2f66dda243696ac2&amp;id=5cfbc1188c&amp;e=bc686cbb3f" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@blackaby.org</a>. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

Book Review: Originals by Adam Grant

Dwight D. Eisenhower

In this episode, Richard discusses the life and leadership of Dwight D. Eisenhower, a five-star general and the 34th US president. RESOURCES: “Eisenhower: Soldier and President” by Stephen E. Ambrose. Find it here. UPCOMING EVENTS: Attend BMI’s next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop in Jonesboro, GA, November 4-6, 2019. Find more information here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

In this episode, Richard discusses the life and leadership of Dwight D. Eisenhower, a five-star general and the 34th US president. RESOURCES: “Eisenhower: Soldier and President” by Stephen E. Ambrose. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Eisenhower-Soldier-President-Renowned-One/dp/0671747584" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. UPCOMING EVENTS: Attend BMI’s next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop in Jonesboro, GA, November 4-6, 2019. Find more information <a href="https://blackabycoaching.org/workshop/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Leader Profile: Dwight D. Eisenhower

Ryan Holiday

Ego can cause problems when you aspire, succeed and fail. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the book 'Ego is the Enemy' by Ryan Holiday. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday. Buy it here. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC, on April 6-8, 2020 to lead a conference on “Increasing Your Spiritual Influence in the Home, Church, Marketplace, and Culture.” Find more information or register here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

Ego can cause problems when you aspire, succeed and fail. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the book 'Ego is the Enemy' by Ryan Holiday. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://bit.ly/382Exi3" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ego+is+the+enemy&amp;qid=1572884797&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC, on April 6-8, 2020 to lead a conference on “Increasing Your Spiritual Influence in the Home, Church, Marketplace, and Culture.” Find more information or register <a href="https://blackaby.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8fba183ec2f66dda243696ac2&amp;id=5cfbc1188c&amp;e=bc686cbb3f" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Book Review: Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday

There is a difference between leading followers and leading leaders. King Davis was a leader of leaders. This week, Richard and Sam discuss ways leaders can guide those around them to become mighty leaders. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC, on April 6-8, 2020 to lead a conference on “Increasing Your Spiritual Influence in the Home, Church, Marketplace, and Culture.” Find more information or register here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

There is a difference between leading followers and leading leaders. King Davis was a leader of leaders. This week, Richard and Sam discuss ways leaders can guide those around them to become mighty leaders. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC, on April 6-8, 2020 to lead a conference on “Increasing Your Spiritual Influence in the Home, Church, Marketplace, and Culture.” Find more information or register <a href="https://blackaby.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8fba183ec2f66dda243696ac2&amp;id=5cfbc1188c&amp;e=bc686cbb3f" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Episode 72: Raising Up Mighty Leaders

Many people spend all day doing things they don’t like and aren’t good at. But what could happen if each person learned to leverage his or her strengths? In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss Marcus Buckingham’s bestselling leadership book “Now, Discover your Strengths.” Next month’s book club pick: “Leading Minds: The Anatomy of Leadership” by Howard E. Gardner. Find it here. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Now, Discover Your Strengths” by Marcus Buckingham. Find it here. “The Perils of Accentuating the Positive” by Robert B. Kaiser. Find it here. UPCOMING MARKETPLACE CALL: The next quarterly Workforce Ministries conference call with Richard Blackaby is on January 9 at 7:30am. Find more information here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

Many people spend all day doing things they don’t like and aren’t good at. But what could happen if each person learned to leverage his or her strengths? In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss Marcus Buckingham’s bestselling leadership book “Now, Discover your Strengths.” Next month’s book club pick: “Leading Minds: The Anatomy of Leadership” by Howard E. Gardner. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Minds-Leadership-Howard-Gardner/dp/0465027733" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Now, Discover Your Strengths” by Marcus Buckingham. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Discover-Your-Strengths-Marcus-Buckingham/dp/0743201140" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. “The Perils of Accentuating the Positive” by Robert B. Kaiser. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Perils-Accentuating-Positive-Robert-Kaiser/dp/0981645755" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. UPCOMING MARKETPLACE CALL: The next quarterly Workforce Ministries conference call with Richard Blackaby is on January 9 at 7:30am. Find more information <a href="http://www.workforceministries.com/pages/page.asp?page_id=424202" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Book Review: Now, Discover Your Strengths

Reality 4, God speaks, is perhaps the most important and controversial reality of Experiencing God. In this episode Richard introduces the idea of God speaking to his people. UPCOMING EVENTS: Join Richard at Oxford University for a week-long entrepreneurial leadership seminar, August 11-19. Find more information here. RESOURCES MENTIONED: When God Speaks. View it here. Hearing God's Voice. View it here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

Reality 4, God speaks, is perhaps the most important and controversial reality of Experiencing God. In this episode Richard introduces the idea of God speaking to his people. UPCOMING EVENTS: Join Richard at Oxford University for a week-long entrepreneurial leadership seminar, August 11-19. Find more information <a href="http://www.entrepreneurialleaders.com/Overview2019?mc_cid=b0323ba089&amp;mc_eid=bc686cbb3f" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES MENTIONED: When God Speaks. View it <a href="https://www.blackabystore.org/index.php?l=product_detail&amp;p=150" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Hearing God's Voice. View it <a href="https://www.blackabystore.org/index.php?l=product_detail&amp;p=63" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Episode 50: Experiencing God Reality 4 (pt. 1)

How can leaders move people onto God’s agenda? Leaders influence people in two primary ways. Who they are has a big impact. So does what they do. In episode 12 of “The Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast,” Richard draws on principles from his popular book “Spiritual Leadership: Moving People onto God’s Agenda” to discuss the ways leaders can most effectively motivate people. Follow Richard on Twitter: https://bit.ly/2GDXNDM Follow Richard on Facebook: https://bit.ly/2kcjqlL Resources referenced in this episode: “Spiritual Leadership: Moving People onto God’s Agenda” by Henry and Richard Blackaby. Buy it here. “Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done” by Larry Bossidy, Ram Charan, and Charles Burck. Buy it here. NOTE: BMI will be hosting a Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop on Oct. 24-26, 2018. Register soon to receive the early bird rate! For more info or to register, click here.

How can leaders move people onto God’s agenda? Leaders influence people in two primary ways. Who they are has a big impact. So does what they do. In episode 12 of “The Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast,” Richard draws on principles from his popular book “Spiritual Leadership: Moving People onto God’s Agenda” to discuss the ways leaders can most effectively motivate people. Follow Richard on Twitter: <a href="https://bit.ly/2GDXNDM" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2GDXNDM</a> Follow Richard on Facebook: <a href="https://bit.ly/2kcjqlL" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2kcjqlL</a> Resources referenced in this episode: “Spiritual Leadership: Moving People onto God’s Agenda” by Henry and Richard Blackaby. Buy it <a href="https://www.blackabystore.org/index.php?l=product_detail&amp;p=152" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. “Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done” by Larry Bossidy, Ram Charan, and Charles Burck. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Execution-Discipline-Getting-Things-Done/dp/0609610570" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. NOTE: BMI will be hosting a Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop on Oct. 24-26, 2018. Register soon to receive the early bird rate! For more info or to register, <a href="https://blackabycoaching.org/workshop/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.

Episode 12: Moving People onto God's Agenda

In this episode Richard shares the impact of the Experiencing God reality 2 on the life of a leader and answers a listener question. UPCOMING EVENTS: Join Richard at Oxford University for a week-long entrepreneurial leadership seminar, August 11-19. Find more information here. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Get an additional 10% off Spiritual Leadership Coaching with promo code: PODCAST. Get it here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

In this episode Richard shares the impact of the Experiencing God reality 2 on the life of a leader and answers a listener question. UPCOMING EVENTS: Join Richard at Oxford University for a week-long entrepreneurial leadership seminar, August 11-19. Find more information <a href="http://www.entrepreneurialleaders.com/Overview2019?mc_cid=b0323ba089&amp;mc_eid=bc686cbb3f" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES MENTIONED: Get an additional 10% off Spiritual Leadership Coaching with promo code: PODCAST. Get it <a href="https://www.blackabystore.org/index.php?l=product_detail&amp;p=258" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Episode 46: Experiencing God Reality 2

Can you tell the difference between an interruption and a divine appointment? Last week’s episode was about divine connections, people God has placed in your life as a resource to you. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss divine appointments: day-by-day encounters that are initiated by God. PARTNER WITH US: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Next book club pick: “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday. Buy it here. ONLINE CLASS: If you've ever wanted to take the Experiencing God Bible study, now is the time. We are offering the Experiencing God study in a new online format. Class starts on January 13th and registration is now open. Find out more and register here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

Can you tell the difference between an interruption and a divine appointment? Last week’s episode was about divine connections, people God has placed in your life as a resource to you. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss divine appointments: day-by-day encounters that are initiated by God. PARTNER WITH US: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://bit.ly/382Exi3" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: Next book club pick: “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ego+is+the+enemy&amp;qid=1572884797&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. ONLINE CLASS: If you've ever wanted to take the Experiencing God Bible study, now is the time. We are offering the Experiencing God study in a new online format. Class starts on January 13th and registration is now open. Find out more and register <a href="https://blackaby.org/onlineclasses/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Episode 79: Divine Appointments

Where the world sees problems, the Church sees possibilities. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the best ways for leaders to respond to a crisis. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: 1 Corinthians 1:25 NEW ONLINE CLASS: “Living out of the Overflow” is a six-week online Bible study based on the popular book by Dr. Richard Blackaby. This class is for Christians who have become barren and parched due to life’s trials and burdens. God doesn’t just want you to survive. He wants you to live and minister out of the overflow of His abundance! The online class includes weekly lesson videos, an interactive discussion forum, and a livestream Q &amp; A with Dr. Richard Blackaby. For more information, click here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

Where the world sees problems, the Church sees possibilities. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the best ways for leaders to respond to a crisis. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://bit.ly/382Exi3" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES: 1 Corinthians 1:25 NEW ONLINE CLASS: “Living out of the Overflow” is a six-week online Bible study based on the popular book by Dr. Richard Blackaby. This class is for Christians who have become barren and parched due to life’s trials and burdens. God doesn’t just want you to survive. He wants you to live and minister out of the overflow of His abundance! The online class includes weekly lesson videos, an interactive discussion forum, and a livestream Q &amp; A with Dr. Richard Blackaby. For more information, <a href="https://blackaby.org/onlineclasses/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>. CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Episode 93: Responding to Crisis

Larry Bossidy

Leaders are enamored with visions. But visions are worthless if leaders can’t execute them. At the end of the day, what people did counts, not what they talked about doing. In episode 15, Richard discusses this month’s leadership book pick: “Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done” by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan. Be prepared! Next month’s book discussion will be on “The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done” by Peter Drucker. Find it  here. SOCIAL MEDIA Follow Richard on  Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE “Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done” by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan. Find it  here. “Death By Meeting: A Leadership Fable…About Solving the Most Painful Problems in Business” by Patrick Lencioni. Find it  here. “The Five Disfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable” by Patrick Lencioni. Find it  here. UPCOMING EVENT BMI will be hosting a Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop on Oct. 24-26, 2018. Register soon to receive the early bird rate! For more info or to register, click here.

Leaders are enamored with visions. But visions are worthless if leaders can’t execute them. At the end of the day, what people did counts, not what they talked about doing. In episode 15, Richard discusses this month’s leadership book pick: “Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done” by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan. Be prepared! Next month’s book discussion will be on “The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done” by Peter Drucker. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Effective-Executive-Definitive-Harperbusiness-Essentials/dp/0060833459" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. SOCIAL MEDIA Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE “Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done” by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Execution-Discipline-Getting-Things-Done/dp/0609610570" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. “Death By Meeting: A Leadership Fable…About Solving the Most Painful Problems in Business” by Patrick Lencioni. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Death-Meeting-Leadership-Solving-Business/dp/0787968056" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. “The Five Disfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable” by Patrick Lencioni. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Five-Dysfunctions-Team-Leadership-Fable/dp/0787960756/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_14_t_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=51DXBZYWYDGZAWJ1GA1N" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. UPCOMING EVENT BMI will be hosting a Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop on Oct. 24-26, 2018. Register soon to receive the early bird rate! For more info or to register, <a href="https://blackabycoaching.org/workshop/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.

Leadership Book Review: "Execution: The Discipline of Getting things Done" by Larry Bossidy & Ram Charan

There is a fine line between being a hands-on manager and a micromanager. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the dangers and pitfalls of micromanagement. RESOURCES: Next book club pick: “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday. Buy it here. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC, on April 6-8, 2020 to lead a conference on “Increasing Your Spiritual Influence in the Home, Church, Marketplace, and Culture.” Find more information or register here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

There is a fine line between being a hands-on manager and a micromanager. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the dangers and pitfalls of micromanagement. RESOURCES: Next book club pick: “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ego+is+the+enemy&amp;qid=1572884797&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC, on April 6-8, 2020 to lead a conference on “Increasing Your Spiritual Influence in the Home, Church, Marketplace, and Culture.” Find more information or register <a href="https://blackaby.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8fba183ec2f66dda243696ac2&amp;id=5cfbc1188c&amp;e=bc686cbb3f" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Episode 74: The Danger of Micromanaging 

Angela Duckworth

Why do some people succeed, and others don’t? Despite popular wisdom, a high IQ and talent do not necessarily guarantee success. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss Angela Duckworth’s popular book “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance.” DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Join BMI's coaching team in Jonesboro, GA, on April 20-22, 2020, for a three-day Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop. You will learn key transformational skills and principles that will enable you to have life-changing conversations with those God brings alongside you. For more information or to register, click here. RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE:  “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance.” Find it here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

Why do some people succeed, and others don’t? Despite popular wisdom, a high IQ and talent do not necessarily guarantee success. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss Angela Duckworth’s popular book “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance.” DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click <a href="https://bit.ly/382Exi3" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Join BMI's coaching team in Jonesboro, GA, on April 20-22, 2020, for a three-day Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop. You will learn key transformational skills and principles that will enable you to have life-changing conversations with those God brings alongside you. For more information or to register, click <a href="https://blackabycoaching.org/workshop/?mc_cid=b1e31b09f0&amp;mc_eid=bc686cbb3f" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE:  “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance.” Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Grit-Passion-Perseverance-Angela-Duckworth/dp/1501111108" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Book Review: "Grit" by Angela Duckworth

Change is the Waterloo for many leaders. Though often necessary, change is costly and should not be undertaken flippantly. In episode 16, Richard offers practical tips to leaders who are seeking to implement changes in their organization.  SOCIAL MEDIA Follow Richard on  Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE  “Spiritual Leadership: Moving People onto God’s Agenda” by Henry and Richard Blackaby. Find it here. “Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done” by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan. Find it  here. “Leading Change” by John Kotter. Find it  here. UPCOMING EVENT BMI will be hosting a Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop on Oct. 24-26, 2018. Register soon to receive the early bird rate! For more info or to register, click here. Contact us at podcast@blackaby.org with any questions related to this podcast.

Change is the Waterloo for many leaders. Though often necessary, change is costly and should not be undertaken flippantly. In episode 16, Richard offers practical tips to leaders who are seeking to implement changes in their organization.  SOCIAL MEDIA Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE  “Spiritual Leadership: Moving People onto God’s Agenda” by Henry and Richard Blackaby. Find it <a href="https://www.blackabystore.org/index.php?l=product_detail&amp;p=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. “Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done” by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Execution-Discipline-Getting-Things-Done/dp/0609610570" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. “Leading Change” by John Kotter. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Change-New-Preface-Author-ebook/dp/B00A07FPEO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. UPCOMING EVENT BMI will be hosting a Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop on Oct. 24-26, 2018. Register soon to receive the early bird rate! For more info or to register, <a href="https://blackabycoaching.org/workshop/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>. Contact us at <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org">podcast@blackaby.org</a> with any questions related to this podcast.

Episode 16: Initiating Change

There is a difference between getting things done and getting the right things done. This week, Richard and Sam discuss the classic leadership book “The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done” by Peter Drucker. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE “The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done” by Peter Drucker. Find it here. Read Richard’s book review here. For Next Month’s Book Review Episode: “Leadership Jazz: Essential Elements of a Great Leader” by Max De Pree. Find it here. “Leadership is an Art” by Max De Pree. Find it here. “Leading without Power: Finding Hope in Serving Community” by Max De Pree. Find it here. CONNECT Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com Email us your questions here.

There is a difference between getting things done and getting the right things done. This week, Richard and Sam discuss the classic leadership book “The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done” by Peter Drucker. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE “The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done” by Peter Drucker. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Effective-Executive-Definitive-Harperbusiness-Essentials/dp/0060833459" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. Read Richard’s book review <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/book-review-the-effective-executive-the-definitive-guide-to-getting-the-right-things-done/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. For Next Month’s Book Review Episode: “Leadership Jazz: Essential Elements of a Great Leader” by Max De Pree. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/038552630X/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. “Leadership is an Art” by Max De Pree. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Art-Max-Depree/dp/0385512465/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=&amp;sr=" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. “Leading without Power: Finding Hope in Serving Community” by Max De Pree. Find it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0787967432/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. CONNECT Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a> Email us your questions <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener">here.</a>

Leadership Book Review: "The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done"

Storytelling is the oldest form of communication. Why are stories so powerful? They engage people’s emotions as well as their mind. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss why leaders must be good storytellers. RESOURCES: Sam and Carrie’s travel blog – www.mapleandmaps.com “The Leadership Challenge” by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner. Buy it here. "Leading Out Loud" by Terry Pearce. Buy it here. "The Secret Language of Leadership" by Stephen Denning. Buy it here. Next book club pick: “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday. Buy it here. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC, on April 6-8, 2020 to lead a conference on “Increasing Your Spiritual Influence in the Home, Church, Marketplace, and Culture.” Find more information or register here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

Storytelling is the oldest form of communication. Why are stories so powerful? They engage people’s emotions as well as their mind. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss why leaders must be good storytellers. RESOURCES: Sam and Carrie’s travel blog – <a href="http://www.mapleandmaps.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.mapleandmaps.com</a> “The Leadership Challenge” by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Challenge-Extraordinary-Things-Organizations/dp/1119278961/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3NNAZB4KL7OBR&amp;keywords=the+leadership+challenge&amp;qid=1574709314&amp;sprefix=the+leadership+%2Caps%2C145&amp;sr=8-3" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. "Leading Out Loud" by Terry Pearce. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Out-Loud-Inspiring-Communications/dp/0787963976/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=leading+out+loud&amp;qid=1574713056&amp;sr=8-3" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> "The Secret Language of Leadership" by Stephen Denning. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Language-Leadership-Leaders-Narrative/dp/0787987891/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=the+secret+language+of+leadership&amp;qid=1574713003&amp;sr=8-2" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Next book club pick: “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ego+is+the+enemy&amp;qid=1572884797&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, NC, on April 6-8, 2020 to lead a conference on “Increasing Your Spiritual Influence in the Home, Church, Marketplace, and Culture.” Find more information or register <a href="https://blackaby.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8fba183ec2f66dda243696ac2&amp;id=5cfbc1188c&amp;e=bc686cbb3f" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Episode 76: The Power of Story

You don't have to be gifted with genius intelligence to make an impact. In this episode, Richard shares how focus rather than intelligence, is the more powerful force a leader can employ. RESOURCES The Shallows: What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains by Nicholas Carr. View it here. CONNECT Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

You don't have to be gifted with genius intelligence to make an impact. In this episode, Richard shares how focus rather than intelligence, is the more powerful force a leader can employ. RESOURCES The Shallows: What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains by Nicholas Carr. View it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Shallows-What-Internet-Doing-Brains/dp/0393339750/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1542642231&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=the+shallows" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a> Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Episode 24: The Power of Focus

Patrick Lincioni writes about leadership issues in a unique narrative style. In this episode Richard shares his thoughts and applications of Lincioni's The Five Dysfunctions of a Team. UPCOMING EVENTS: Join Richard at Oxford University for a week-long entrepreneurial leadership seminar, August 11-19. Find more information here. NEXT MONTH'S BOOK: Margin by Richard Swinson. Buy it here. RESOURCES MENTIONED: You can purchase The Five Dysfunctions of a Team here. The Four Obsessions of an Extraordinary Leader. You can buy it here. Getting Naked: A Business Fable About Shedding The Three Fears That Sabotage Client Loyalty. You can buy it here. Death by Meeting. You can buy it here. Get an additional 10% off Spiritual Leadership Coaching with promo code: PODCAST. Get it here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com. Send questions to podcast@blackaby.org.

Patrick Lincioni writes about leadership issues in a unique narrative style. In this episode Richard shares his thoughts and applications of Lincioni's The Five Dysfunctions of a Team. UPCOMING EVENTS: Join Richard at Oxford University for a week-long entrepreneurial leadership seminar, August 11-19. Find more information <a href="http://www.entrepreneurialleaders.com/Overview2019?mc_cid=b0323ba089&amp;mc_eid=bc686cbb3f" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> NEXT MONTH'S BOOK: Margin by Richard Swinson. Buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Margin-Restoring-Emotional-Financial-Overloaded/dp/1576836827/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2JPQZXEQ4XP1M&amp;keywords=margins+by+richard+swenson&amp;qid=1557506765&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=margin%2Caps%2C134&amp;sr=8-3" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> RESOURCES MENTIONED: You can purchase The Five Dysfunctions of a Team <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Five-Dysfunctions-Team-Leadership-Fable/dp/8126522747/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3GO02RKPCNDEZ&amp;keywords=five+dysfunctions+of+a+team&amp;qid=1557500760&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=five+dys%2Caps%2C169&amp;sr=8-5" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> The Four Obsessions of an Extraordinary Leader. You can buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Four-Obsessions-Extraordinary-Executive-Leadership/dp/0787954039/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_3?crid=JSNMOIJQF3II&amp;keywords=the+four+obsessions+of+an+extraordinary+executive+by+patrick+lencioni&amp;qid=1557501342&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=the+four+obs%2Caps%2C133&amp;sr=8-3-fkmrnull" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Getting Naked: A Business Fable About Shedding The Three Fears That Sabotage Client Loyalty. You can buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Naked-Business-Shedding-Sabotage/dp/0787976393/ref=sr_1_2?crid=37QCSZCSZ2QYB&amp;keywords=getting+naked&amp;qid=1557501421&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=getting+nake%2Caps%2C146&amp;sr=8-2" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Death by Meeting. You can buy it <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Death-Meeting-Leadership-Solving-Business/dp/0787968056/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=death+by+meeting&amp;qid=1557501539&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-3" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Get an additional 10% off Spiritual Leadership Coaching with promo code: PODCAST. Get it <a href="https://www.blackabystore.org/index.php?l=product_detail&amp;p=258" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> CONNECT: Follow Richard on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardblackaby?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Follow Richard on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardBlackaby/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Read Richard’s latest blog posts at <a href="http://www.richardblackaby.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.richardblackaby.com</a>. Send questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@blackaby.org" rel="noopener">podcast@blackaby.org</a>.

Book Review: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team

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