14 posts tagged with "Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast"

The best leaders are always learning. They read books, learn from mentors, and grow through failure. In this episode, Mark Batterson shares the five-level framework he used to read 3,000 books as well as how you can maximize your time with top leaders. Watch video and download the leader guide:

If you want a high-performing team tomorrow, develop a great culture today. In this episode, Craig shares how to design a culture that consistently attracts and builds great leaders. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/building-a-culture-that-attracts-the-right-leaders/ 

Whether you’re stepping into a new role or facing a new leadership challenge, you need a plan for thriving as a leader in today’s world. In this episode, Craig shares the skills you’ll need to lead well in this next season. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/winning-as-a-rising-leader/

In this episode of the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast titled 'Winning as a Rising Leader', Craig Groeschel offers essential skills for Gen Z leaders entering the workforce. He discusses their strengths such as innovation and purpose over profit, while also addressing challenges like communication and resilience. Groeschel emphasizes the need for self-awareness, leveraging unique strengths, and adapting to organizational communication styles. With a you-focused leadership approach, he advocates understanding team members' values, building trust through a short-term plan, and fostering a supportive culture that prioritizes accountability and genuine care for team members.

Is it better to seek out new opportunities or wait for them to come to you? In this episode, Craig shares three steps that will position you for a future promotion. He also highlights the critical role humility plays in this process. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/3-practical-ways-to-get-promoted/

In this episode of the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast, Craig emphasizes the balance between proactive leadership and humility in career advancement. He provides three practical ways to enhance personal growth and credibility, urging listeners to identify and meet others' needs rather than solely focusing on their recognition. Craig underlines that leadership is a mindset involving continuous learning and consistency, fostering a servant leadership attitude that prioritizes integrity and added value over immediate accolades.

Without a system of honest feedback, your team’s growth will always be limited. In this episode, Craig shares the power of giving helpful feedback, practical tips for how to do it, and pitfalls to avoid when having developmental conversations. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/mastering-hard-conversations/ 

In the episode titled 'Mastering Hard Conversations', Craig Groeschel emphasizes transforming difficult conversations into developmental discussions to foster team growth. He discusses the importance of direct and constructive feedback, the varying approach based on issue severity, and the need for leaders to cultivate a supportive environment. Groeschel advocates for clear communication and setting specific performance expectations, reinforcing the idea that feedback is driven by care and intention. Techniques like 'stage drills' and modeling open feedback practices are underscored as essential for building a feedback culture within teams.

No matter your role, you’ll eventually need to influence someone higher up in the organization. When you do, your posture, timing, and intentions have to be in check. In this episode, Craig shares five steps to follow when leading up to your boss. Watch video and download the leader guide:

In this episode of the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast, Craig Groeschel discusses the importance of leading up within an organization by effectively influencing one's superiors. He emphasizes adopting a genuine approach without ulterior motives, focusing on serving and supporting leaders to foster improvement. Key strategies discussed include building trust, adding value without increasing workload, understanding leaders' challenges, offering solutions, and ensuring clear communication. Groeschel highlights the significance of timing and clarity in interactions, asserting that true leadership comes from the influence exerted rather than from formal titles.

Great leaders ask great questions. In this episode, Craig shares how to influence your peers and leaders through questions. He also gives practical advice for meeting with leaders you admire. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/questions-great-leaders-ask/

In this episode, Craig Groeschel discusses how crucial asking great questions is for effective leadership. He highlights the need for leaders to adopt a curious attitude to foster collaboration and effective problem-solving. Groeschel outlines three essential questions that leaders should ask to clarify objectives, determine the best course of action, and assign responsibilities. Additionally, he underscores the importance of profound questioning to understand personal motivations and encourage continuous growth in leadership. This approach promotes accountability and drives progress within teams.

Scott Harrison spent a decade as one of the top nightclub promoters in New York City. After 10 years, he was broken and needed a radical change. Today, he shares how he used his skills as a promoter and storyteller to bring clean water to millions. Watch video and download

In 'Leading Radical Change,' Scott Harrison recounts his transformative journey from a successful nightclub promoter in NYC to founding Charity Water, an organization devoted to providing clean drinking water to millions. Despite feeling emotionally and spiritually bankrupt after a decade in the nightlife industry, his experiences in Liberia catalyzed a radical life change. Harrison emphasizes the importance of innovative storytelling in fundraising, transparency in operations, and authentic emotional connections through personal narratives. He discusses the challenges of organizational growth, the need for ambition in philanthropy, and the significance of inclusive collaboration across diverse audiences to drive impactful social change.

Any wrong mindsets you adopt early in leadership can actually hold you back later. The best leaders replace some of their early mindsets with new, counterintuitive ways of thinking. In this episode, I share three adjustments that will help you grow.Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/3-unexpected-mindsets-for-growth/

In the episode '3 Unexpected Mindsets for Growth,' Craig Groeschel discusses three counterintuitive mindsets essential for effective leadership: letting go to rise higher, thinking higher to lead broader, and knowing less to empower more. He emphasizes the importance of delegating tasks and creating emotional distance from problems to empower teams and foster personal growth. By reflecting on leadership experiences, he illustrates how embracing these shifts can enhance impact, guiding leaders to focus on empowering others rather than solely accumulating knowledge.

Great leaders care deeply about accomplishing their mission. But is it possible to care too much? In today’s podcast, Craig shares a better way to lead your organization into the future and the high cost of not letting go. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/the-high-cost-of-not-letting-go/

In "The High Cost of Not Letting Go", Craig Groeschel explores the essential balance leaders must achieve between their passion for their mission and the importance of letting go. He dispels misconceptions about leadership, arguing that excessive control can hinder organizational growth and that leaders must delegate authority to cultivate emerging leaders. Groeschel emphasizes that trusting others not only empowers them but also fosters a more effective organization, ultimately enhancing the overall mission. His insights provide a roadmap for leaders striving for meaningful progress both personally and within their organizations.

Why are some leaders more inspirational than others, and what sets them apart? In this episode, Priscilla Shirer shares how to become more inspirational in your leadership and communication—and how to inspire your team to change the world. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/becoming-an-inspirational-leader-priscilla-shirer/

In this episode, Priscilla Shirer explores the qualities that make leaders inspirational, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's influence and the responsibility that comes with it. She encourages young leaders to engage fully with their experiences, as even disappointments can serve as valuable lessons. Effective communication, particularly through storytelling, is highlighted as key to connecting with audiences. Shirer also discusses the value of supportive team members and the need for curiosity in leadership to foster growth and understanding. The episode stresses the significance of mentorship in both personal and professional development and the compassionate leadership exemplified by Jesus.

Many of the best leaders are confident and humble, driven yet healthy, and focused but still flexible. Greatness is often found in those extremes, and in this episode, Craig shares the secrets to mastering these extreme qualities. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/leading-from-your-extremes-live-from-the-global-leadership-summit/ 

In this episode of the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast recorded at the Global Leadership Summit, Craig Groeschel delves into the paradoxical qualities of effective leadership, emphasizing the need for leaders to balance traits such as confidence and humility, drive and health, as well as focus and flexibility. He illustrates how nurturing these extreme qualities can enhance leaders' effectiveness. By sharing personal experiences and insights, Craig encourages leaders to acknowledge their limitations, embrace discomfort for growth, and prioritize their tasks while maintaining mental health. The episode serves as a guide for leaders aiming to make a positive impact.

For a leader to grow, they’ll need the investment and coaching of a few mentors along the way. In this episode, one of Craig's mentors Rob Hoskins shares the practical strategies he uses to develop leaders and the advantages of finding a mentor. Watch video and download the leader guide: