The Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast

Dr. Richard Blackaby
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The Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast helps people take their leadership to the next level.

  1. 2D AGO

    A Conversation with Ed Bjurstrom

    Ed Bjurstrom has decades of experience in management working in the pharmaceutical industry, including companies such as Amgen and Gilead Sciences. He owned Mountain Top Consulting and recently wrote a new book titled, "The Success Guide: How to Thrive in the Corporate Environment: A Focused Roadmap for Achieving Peak Performance, Leadership Excellence, and Building a Trust-Based Culture." Order your personal copy of his book at the link below! TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction to Bjurstrom's Leadership Experience 2:55 How did your engineering brain aid you and challenge you in your leadership experience? 5:50 How difficult is it to change your thinking to encourage success? 8:40 How do you keep your emotions from hijacking your leadership when under stress? 12:50 What do you mean by being in a "zone of creative tension?" 17:13 How do you manage to get the rest and sleep you need while working in a demanding position? 20:50 What advice would you give a manager in trying to align people with their passions at work? 24:16 What is the "flow state?" 28:42 If you were building a team today, what characteristics would you look for in potential team members? 32:00 Closing Remarks "The Success Guide" Link: https://www.amazon.com/Success-Guide-Environment-Performance-Trust-Based-ebook/dp/B0G3YHKCDN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27LN92PHV2VNS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tsXSY6Kn6S7ULsiMykokv5BwJrLUI2CpszYHxzUOgG97mMvLN9zJla7EA9y5JOPRgzB-mFPbL-40Ly0rXTv7qMzaJutCnWtrP8HA8WM0amSbTgNmk46QI6pl9zJJfHdVUwN4ezGpBVSIlD3Py-saEA.e8HgV-305B9a5o9UYfyq9zr6XyT_TSmnw2dgPvyQEpM&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+success+guide+how+to+thrive+in+the+corporate+environment&nsdOptOutParam=true&qid=1770905320&sprefix=how+to+thrive+in+a+corporate+e%2Caps%2C199&sr=8-1 Mountain Top Consulting: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mountain-top-consulting-llc/about/  Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackaby.org DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3 RESOURCES: Mark your calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

    34 min

  2. FEB 10

    Episode 400: Longevity

    The Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast has made it to 400 episodes! This phenomenal landmark brings up the question of how do we support and pursue longevity in the assignment God has given us? TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction to Episode 400! 2:05 Leadership Trivia 2:37 The founding of the podcast 5:20 What is the benefit of longevity? 8:00 How long does it take before you begin to see the fruits of your longevity in a specific position? 10:50 Are there any verses in Scripture about longevity that stand out to you? 15:00 What are some things one can implement in their life to enable them to serve long term? 33:10 Leadership Trivia Response   Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackaby.org DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3 RESOURCES: Mark your calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

    37 min

  3. FEB 3

    Ephesians 3:18-20 | The Wonder of God's Love

    This week Richard and Daniel discuss the length, width, height, and depth of God's love as they finish up chapter 3 of Ephesians.  TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Leadership Trivia 1:45 Ephesians 3:18-20 34:50 Leadership Trivia Response   Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackaby.org DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3 RESOURCES: Mark your calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

    38 min

  4. JAN 27

    Ephesians 3:12-17 | The Wonder of God's Infilling

    In the third installment of the Ephesians series, Richard and Daniel talk about Paul's powerful prayer for the Ephesians and how prayer can bring us into a deeper relationship with God.  TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction and Feedback 3:30 Leadership Trivia 4:20 Ephesians 3:12-17 35:30 Leadership Trivia Response   Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackaby.org DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3 RESOURCES: Mark your calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

    38 min

  5. JAN 20

    Ephesians 3:10-13 | The Wonder of the Church

    Moving along to our second episode of our four-part Ephesians series, Richard and Daniel do a deep dive on Ephesians 3:10-13 about the wonders of the Church. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 2:35 Leadership Trivia 3:30 Ephesians 3:10-13 34:00 Leadership Trivia Answer DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3 RESOURCES: Mark your calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

    37 min

  6. JAN 13

    Ephesians 3:1-9 | The Wonder of God's Call

    In this episode, as we begin 2026, we start our study of Ephesians 3, focusing on the wonder of God's call. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro  1:20 Leadership Trivia 2:20 Ephesians Introduction and Context 11:43 Ephesians Scripture Reading and Study 29:55 Leadership Trivia Answer DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3 RESOURCES: Mark your calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

    33 min

  7. JAN 6

    Preparing for a New Year

    As we begin 2026, Richard and Daniel discuss making wise resolutions, accountability, and discipline. Happy New Year! TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Happy New Year! 3:25 Leadership Trivia 3:57 Resolution Statistics 6:35 As a leader, how can goal setting set you up for a successful year in 2026? 7:45 What's the key to making a good resolution? 12:53 What are some examples of God-appointed resolutions? 17:10 What are some ways people can be more successful in remaining disciplined in their resolutions for 2026? 22:20 What is the value of accountability when it comes to setting goals? 32:22 Richard's 2026 Resolutions  35:28 Leadership Trivia Response   DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3 RESOURCES: Mark your calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

    39 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    Reflecting on the Year in Review

    Many times we look to the year ahead around New Years, but it is perhaps more important to reflect on the year that has just passed. As we welcome 2026, Richard and Daniel chat about how we can evaluate and learn from 2025.  TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 1:36 Leadership Trivia 2:23 How do you reach the end of the year and evaluate how the last year went? 4:05 What is the role of humility? 5:53 What are things we shouldn't overlook when looking back on and evaluating the year? 8:51 From a Biblical perspective, how do we reflect on the year? 17:36 How do you apply finishing the race to a leader reflecting on the year? 22:13 What are some ways that you can reflect on your spiritual journey? 25:03 How do you measure the success of a year? 27:43 How can a leader evaluate their year beyond just achievements? 30:50 Do you have any final words of encouragement as we end another year? 33:04 Leadership Trivia Answer DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3 RESOURCES: Mark your calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

    37 min
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