How Leaders Think with Kenny Lange

Kenny Lange
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Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange. This podcast is your go-to resource for insights from top leaders across various industries. Each episode delves into the minds of successful entrepreneurs, CEOs, and thought leaders to uncover strategies for personal and professional growth. Key Topics Covered: - Emotional goals and effective leadership - Coaching and employee retention - Innovation and AI in business - Escaping hustle culture - Building strong organizational values - Adaptability in nonprofit leadership - The intersection of personal growth and spirituality Join us every Wednesday to transform your leadership approach and unlock your potential. Subscribe now and never miss an episode! Subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Visit our website at kennylange.com for more resources and updates.

  1. How Julie K. Rhodes Thinks About Rest for Sustainable Success

    3D AGO

    How Julie K. Rhodes Thinks About Rest for Sustainable Success

    Are you a high achiever drifting toward burnout? In this Looking Back episode of How Leaders Think, Kenny Lange and Julie K. Rhodes explore how Sabbath, humility, and God’s unconditional love create sustainable leadership. If you’re driven, responsible, and carrying significant pressure, this conversation may completely change how you think about success. Chronic Grace: Prayers, Saints, and Thorns That Stay by Julie K. Rhodes https://amzn.to/4azudiK Julie shares how grief and chronic illness reshaped her definition of achievement—and why overachievers often drift into exhaustion when identity is tied to outcomes. This episode is about becoming the right person, not just getting the right results. Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Julie K. Rhodes Resources Website: https://www.juliekrhodes.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliekrhodes/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-rhodes-ba4aab300/ Instagram: @juliekrhodes Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/juliekrhodes Other Resources Mentioned Chronic Grace: Prayers, Saints, and Thorns That Stay (Julie K. Rhodes): https://amzn.to/4azudiK Practicing the Way (John Mark Comer): https://amzn.to/4djmoOC So Much More Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EV8RsLUlSeyfZvONYoRFc Chapters 00:00 - Why this episode matters (Looking Back) 01:05 - A sacred pause after loss 04:02 - What “success” really looks like 06:52 - Legacy vs metrics and milestones 10:45 - The hidden motive behind striving 12:49 - Why high achievers burn out 14:29 - Unconditional love as a practice 20:42 - Finding a spiritual rhythm that fits 22:36 - Anxiety, control, and humility 27:35 - Pressure, responsibility, and payroll reality 30:40 - Trusting providence when plans shift 34:12 - Sabbath: a hard break from striving 37:13 - The drift back to

    50 min
  2. How Kristina Holle Thinks About Authentic Leadership That Actually Lasts

    FEB 11

    How Kristina Holle Thinks About Authentic Leadership That Actually Lasts

    What happens when leadership becomes performance instead of presence? In this episode of How Leaders Think, Kenny Lange sits down with leadership strategist and author Kristina Holle to explore how survival patterns, identity, and burnout quietly shape the way leaders show up. Kristina unpacks the shift from performative leadership to embodied authenticity—and why wholeness, self-regulation, and alignment are becoming essential in today’s fast-moving world. This conversation is for leaders ready to stop surviving and start leading from who they truly are. Listen on Other PlatformsApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Kristina Holle ResourcesWebsite: https://www.holleconsulting.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kristinaholle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinahollereal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristinamholle Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6tnlbYvYQrz86e2vX4VHJt Books MentionedThe Authentic You: Unleash Your Leadership Potential https://www.amazon.ca/Authentic-You-Unleash-Leadership-Potential-ebook/dp/B091FX4W1C Hashtags#HowLeadersThink #AuthenticLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence

    55 min
  3. How Randy Griffin Thinks About Fear vs Faith for Leading With Peace

    FEB 4

    How Randy Griffin Thinks About Fear vs Faith for Leading With Peace

    What if the biggest threat to your leadership isn’t your strategy — but your need for control? In this episode of How Leaders Think, Kenny Lange talks with Randy Griffin, Chair at C12 North Texas, about the two “operating systems” leaders live from: fear and faith. They unpack why high-achieving Christian leaders can get results while quietly losing margin, peace, and joy — and how Jesus invites us into partnership, surrender, and formation instead of performance. If you’ve been trying to “optimize” your way to peace, this conversation will reframe what healthy, kingdom-minded leadership actually looks like. Listen on Other Platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Randy Griffin Resources:Website: https://c12northtexas.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/texasfaith/ Chapters:00:00 - The question you’re avoiding 00:45 - Welcome & Randy’s background 02:00 - Leaders are tired: no margin in soul 03:30 - “Optimize more” vs true rest 04:35 - Matthew 11: Jesus’ yoke & rest 07:30 - Two operating systems: fear vs faith 09:45 - Holy productivity vs burnout 12:00 - Loving work without losing your soul 14:15 - Moving from 1.0 to a new OS 17:25 - Recovery & control as addiction 20:10 - “Just enough” is the lie 22:00 - People are God’s highest value 27:15 - Leadership as formation 31:10 - Why success can block surrender 35:45 - 24-hour step: name it & share it 40:15 - How to connect with Randy Hashtags:#HowLeadersThink #ChristianLeadership #FaithAtWork #LeadershipDevelopment

    43 min
  4. How Preston Zeller Thinks About Grief and Scripture-Based Guidance in the Age of AI

    JAN 28

    How Preston Zeller Thinks About Grief and Scripture-Based Guidance in the Age of AI

    In this episode of How Leaders Think, Kenny Lange sits down with Preston Zeller (Founder of Psalmlog) to talk about how grief reshapes your priorities, relationships, and leadership. They unpack the “race to victimhood,” why pain can fuel either growth or entitlement, and what forgiveness actually looks like when life hits hard. Then they pivot into AI + biblical guidance—how to build responsible tools that support spiritual formation without replacing God, community, or wisdom. Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Preston Zeller Resources Website: https://zellerhaus.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prestonzeller/ Instagram: prestonzeller Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6B0oUz6sfKs5IRicVFV0Yb Books Mentioned The Only Leader’s Worth Following — Tim Spiker #HowLeadersThink #LeadershipDevelopment #GriefAndLeadership #ArtificialIntelligence

    47 min
  5. How Janelle Miller Moravek Thinks About Sharing the Vision for Team Alignment

    JAN 21

    How Janelle Miller Moravek Thinks About Sharing the Vision for Team Alignment

    Most leaders say “people first,” but few build the systems to actually live it. In this episode, Kenny Lange sits down with Janelle Miller Moravek, Executive Director of Youth & Family Counseling, to unpack what it really looks like to care for your team so they can deliver great work—especially in high-demand, high-burnout environments. Janelle shares why middle management is the “secret sauce,” how they redesigned workload expectations, and what she’s learning about safety, rest, and sustainability as the pace of change accelerates. If you’re leading a business or nonprofit and want a healthier culture without losing performance, this conversation will give you practical angles to think from. Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Janelle Miller Moravek Resources Website: https://www.counselingforall.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janelle-miller-moravek-903a815b/ #HowLeadersThink #LeadershipDevelopment #PeopleFirstLeadership #NonprofitLeadership

    48 min
  6. How Shane Gring Thinks About Trust, AI, and Credentials

    JAN 7

    How Shane Gring Thinks About Trust, AI, and Credentials

    What happens to trust when AI can generate “smart-sounding” narratives at scale? Kenny sits down with Shane Gring (Founder of Certainly) to unpack why authority is shifting, why attention is becoming a commodity, and how leaders can stand out with a real point of view—not just polished content. They break down the difference between a course and a certification, what “high-integrity” credentialing actually means, and how to know when your expertise is ready to become a credential. If you’re building influence in a noisy market, this episode will help you create signal people can trust. Listen on Other PlatformsApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Shane Gring ResourcesWebsite: certainly.coop LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanegring/ Hashtags#HowLeadersThink #Leadership #ArtificialIntelligence #Trust

    46 min
  7. Accountable: The Inner Loop Series Part 3

    12/31/2025

    Accountable: The Inner Loop Series Part 3

    In Part 3 of The Inner Loop Series, Kenny Lange closes the loop with Accountable—the reinforcement stage that helps transformation actually stick. You’ll learn why most change efforts drift (even with strong intentions), and how to build feedback loops that sustain growth without shame, micromanagement, or control. Kenny breaks accountability down at three levels—personal, team, and organizational—so you can strengthen follow-through, trust, and execution as complexity increases. If you’re stepping into a new year and want change that compounds, this episode gives you a simple framework to build around. Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Hashtags #HowLeadersThink #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamAccountability #OrganizationalLeadership

    22 min
  8. Aligned - The Inner Loop Series Part 2

    12/25/2025

    Aligned - The Inner Loop Series Part 2

    Alignment isn’t about getting everyone to “agree”—it’s about designing shared commitments and operating rhythms that make transformation sustainable. In Part 2 of the Inner Loop series, Kenny breaks down what alignment looks like at three levels: the leader, the team, and the organization. You’ll hear practical examples of meeting rhythms, decision rights, communication norms, and strategy cascades that turn awareness into traction. If your plans keep stalling or your meetings feel like Groundhog Day, this episode gives you a clear path forward. Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Hashtags: #HowLeadersThink #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamAlignment #OrganizationalLeadership

    19 min
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Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange. This podcast is your go-to resource for insights from top leaders across various industries. Each episode delves into the minds of successful entrepreneurs, CEOs, and thought leaders to uncover strategies for personal and professional growth. Key Topics Covered: - Emotional goals and effective leadership - Coaching and employee retention - Innovation and AI in business - Escaping hustle culture - Building strong organizational values - Adaptability in nonprofit leadership - The intersection of personal growth and spirituality Join us every Wednesday to transform your leadership approach and unlock your potential. Subscribe now and never miss an episode! Subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Visit our website at kennylange.com for more resources and updates.

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