Lead to Win with Jeff Little

Lead to Win

The Lead to Win podcast with Jeff Little isn’t just leadership principles—it’s a game-changer for everyday life. In each episode, we dive into meaningful conversations about what it truly means to lead and succeed in a world obsessed with the wrong scoreboards. Because the greatest loss in life isn’t falling short; it’s winning big at something that doesn’t matter.

  1. 4d ago

    How Colt McCoy Redefined Winning After Football

    What does winning look like when the game is over? Former NFL quarterback Colt McCoy joins Pastor Jeff Little to share how his definition of success has changed through football, faith, family, and life after the NFL. From growing up in a small town to playing on football's biggest stages, Colt reflects on the moments that shaped his character, including the injury that changed his final college game, learning to lead through fear, and discovering that his identity is bigger than his performance. Colt also shares how he approaches fatherhood, the family values guiding his decisions, and his work in real estate and foster care. Together, Jeff and Colt explore what it means to lead with consistency, live out authentic faith, and build a legacy that lasts beyond personal achievement. Whether you're leading a team, raising a family, or navigating a new season of life, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what it really means to win. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Scoreboards and Winning What Matters   3:00 - From Small Town to NFL   5:11 - The Alabama Injury and Honest Faith   9:00 - Managing Fear to Lead Yourself   14:37 - Consistency Without Performing Religion   20:50 - Grace Over Legalism   26:40 - Fatherhood Choices and Present Parenting   31:40 - L3H3 Family Values in Practice   35:04 - Real Estate Work and Foster Care Mission   39:25 - Community Over Isolation for the Next Generation   43:06 - The Real Enemy and Daily Playbook   49:44 - Final Encouragement LEAD TO WIN RESOURCES More Resources: https://leadtowin.com/   Win With People: https://leadtowin.com/   Leaders Gathering: https://leadersgathering.leadtowin.com/   Milestone Church: https://milestonechurch.com/ GET IN TOUCH Contact us at info@leadtowin.com FOLLOW PASTOR JEFF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefflittle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorjefflittle FOLLOW LEAD TO WIN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadto.win/ Subscribe to Lead to Win for practical conversations about leadership, faith, family, and building a life that makes a lasting impact. #ColtMcCoy #JeffLittle #LeadToWin #Leadership #Faith #NFL

    How Colt McCoy Redefined Winning After Football
  2. Oct 13

    Why You're Not Getting Promoted (Even If You're Good at Your Job)

    Why do some people get promoted while others get overlooked—even when they're great at their jobs? In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little kicks off a new five-part series, 5 Ways to Get Promoted, revealing the qualities that make people stand out, earn trust, and become indispensable to their teams. The first principle... Have a good spirit. Talent, experience, and hard work matter, but they aren't always what determines who gets promoted. Pastor Jeff explains why your attitude, character, and the way you treat others can have a greater impact on your career than you realize. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - The Unwritten Promotion Game 0:48 - Welcome And Why Promotion Matters 2:05 - Bass Fishing Sidebar And Focus 5:08 - Free Leadership Gathering Announcement 6:22 - Setting Up Five Ways To Promote 11:36 - Why Good Spirit Beats Talent 18:34 - Complaining Culture And The Algorithm 21:55 - Handling Bad Bosses And Tough Coaches 26:10 - The Unwritten Behaviors That Win 31:38 - Traits Of A Good Spirit 35:43 - Wrap Up And Subscribe LEAD TO WIN RESOURCES More Resources: https://leadtowin.com/ The Way to Win: https://leadtowin.com/ Win With People: https://leadtowin.com/ Register for Lead to Win Conference: https://leadersgathering.leadtowin.com/ Information on Milestone Church: https://milestonechurch.com/ GET IN TOUCH Contact us at info@leadtowin.com FOLLOW PASTOR JEFF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefflittle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorjefflittle FOLLOW LEAD TO WIN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadto.win/ #LeadToWin #JeffLittle #LeadershipDevelopment #CareerGrowth #HowToGetPromoted

    Why You're Not Getting Promoted (Even If You're Good at Your Job)
  3. Sep 29

    How to Win at What Actually Matters

    What does it actually mean to win? In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little breaks down the philosophy that has shaped his approach to leadership, ministry, family, and developing people for more than two decades. Winning isn’t simply accomplishing more, growing bigger, or putting more points on the scoreboard. It’s becoming who God has called you to be and winning in the areas that matter most. GET THE WAY TO WIN:  https://www.leadtowin.com/products/the-way-to-win Pastor Jeff shares how The Way to Win grew out of his experience planting Milestone Church and realizing that building a great organization starts with building great people. He discusses why leaders need the right scoreboard, how to develop people instead of simply using them to accomplish a vision, and why success in one area of life can’t compensate for losing in the areas that matter most. You’ll also hear the story behind the development process Jeff has used for more than 20 years, how it has helped churches and leaders develop stronger people, and practical principles for creating a winning culture in your family, team, church, or organization.  The question isn’t simply whether you can win. It’s whether you’re winning the right game. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - The Danger Of Winning Wrong Game 0:52 - Why Winning Became The Brand 3:05 - Defining Winning Beyond Trophies 9:10 - People Building And Calling To Ministry 12:45 - Church Plant Lessons That Shaped Way2Win 21:00 - Your Scoreboard Legacy And Integrity 28:40 - The Way2Win Framework For Leaders 42:10 - How To Create A Winning Culture 45:35 - Resources And Ways To Support LEAD TO WIN RESOURCES More Resources: https://leadtowin.com/ Win With People: https://leadtowin.com/pages/win-with-... Register for Lead to Win Conference: https://leadersgathering.leadtowin.com/ Information on Milestone Church: https://milestonechurch.com/ FIND US AT: https://leadtowin.com GET IN TOUCH: Contact us at info@leadtowin.com FOLLOW PASTOR JEFF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefflittle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorjefflittle FOLLOW LEAD TO WIN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadto.win/

    How to Win at What Actually Matters
  4. Sep 15

    David Green | The Mindset That Changed Hobby Lobby

    In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with Hobby Lobby founder David Green and Bill High for a conversation about success, stewardship, generosity, purpose, and building a legacy that lasts. David shares how Hobby Lobby grew from a $600 loan into a business with more than 1,100 stores and roughly $10 billion in annual sales—and why his family made the decision to view everything they have as something entrusted to them by God. He explains the journey toward giving away 60% of the company’s profits, why his family chose not to treat Hobby Lobby as an inheritance, and how they’ve worked to pass down purpose rather than simply wealth. They also discuss finding purpose in business, developing a generational family vision, taking care of employees, staying engaged in meaningful work, and why every leader—not just pastors—should see their work as a calling. Whether you lead a business, church, team, or family, this conversation will challenge you to ask a bigger question about success: What is everything you’re building actually for? TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - The $20,000 Challenge From God 2:00 - Why David Green Is Here 5:20 - From Pastor’s Kid To $600 Start 10:30 - Profit As A Means To Mission 14:50 - Learning To Give Toward 60% 20:30 - When Success Feels Like A Weight 23:50 - Signing Away Ownership For The Kingdom 27:40 - Why The Business Still Stays Fun 30:50 - The Bible As David’s “MyPad” 33:10 - Team Culture And Paying People Well 36:30 - Building A True Family Legacy 40:00 - Commissioning Business Leaders With Purpose 43:00 - The Legacy Life And Final Charge LEAD TO WIN RESOURCES More Resources: https://leadtowin.com/ Win With People: https://leadtowin.com/pages/win-with-... Register for Lead to Win Conference: https://leadersgathering.leadtowin.com/ Information on Milestone Church: https://milestonechurch.com/ FIND US AT: https://leadtowin.com GET IN TOUCH: Contact us at info@leadtowin.com FOLLOW PASTOR JEFF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefflittle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorjefflittle FOLLOW LEAD TO WIN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadto.win/ bumper-verify-f5deb1fa

    David Green | The Mindset That Changed Hobby Lobby
  5. Sep 1

    How to Build a Generational Church

    In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down for a conversation on what it really takes to build a generational church. They talk about the importance of raising young leaders, creating a culture where multiple generations can grow together, and helping the next generation find their place, purpose, and people. From longevity in relationships to spiritual mothers and fathers, this conversation unpacks why generational leadership is not just about passing down information — it is about walking with people, giving them room to grow, and building something that lasts. Whether you are a pastor, ministry leader, parent, business leader, or young adult trying to understand your calling, this episode will help you think differently about leadership, discipleship, and the kind of legacy you are building. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Showing Beats Telling 1:01 - Haircut Counsel And Mullet Stories 3:20 - Building A Culture Of Young Leaders 5:55 - First Night Preaching To 756 6:37 - From Cafeteria Church To Campuses 8:08 - A Bible Study That Sparked Faith 15:12 - Calling And Who You Walk With 19:10 - Opportunities To Shine And Grow 23:12 - Marriage And Ministry As One Team 28:29 - Expansion That Creates More Leaders 36:32 - Invest First And Earn Trust 42:03 - Open Your Life And Multiply Impact 47:14 - Conference Invite And Subscribe Reminder LEAD TO WIN RESOURCES More Resources: https://leadtowin.com/ Win With People: https://leadtowin.com/pages/win-with-people Register for Leaders Gathering: https://leadersgathering.leadtowin.com/ Information on Milestone Church: https://milestonechurch.com/ FIND US AT: https://leadtowin.com GET IN TOUCH: Contact us at info@leadtowin.com FOLLOW PASTOR JEFF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefflittle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorjefflittle FOLLOW LEAD TO WIN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadto.win/ MB01EHWP3SVLB48 MB01OQ7ZOYK7ONK

    How to Build a Generational Church
  6. Aug 18

    Holly Wagner | If You Don't Quit You Win

    In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with Holly Wagner for a powerful conversation on leadership, pain, resilience, and learning how to stand through hard seasons. Holly shares from decades of ministry experience, including planting and pastoring Oasis Church in Los Angeles, walking through cancer, navigating betrayal, and learning how to keep going when life and leadership feel heavy. She unpacks why hard seasons are not always destructive, how pain can become part of your purpose, and why leaders have to pay attention to the health of their soul. Whether you are in ministry, business, parenting, or any season where you feel pressure to quit, this conversation will encourage you to push through the hard, manage your soul, and keep showing up with faith, joy, and endurance. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Choosing A Different Path 0:56 - Fly Fishing And The Learning Curve 2:45 - Connection To Milestone And Texas 7:55 - From Duke Medicine To Acting 13:40 - Planting A Church In Los Angeles 15:59 - The Black Belt Myth Of Growth 20:40 - Facing Cancer While Leading People 24:50 - Stop Asking Why Start Asking How 27:05 - Grief Loss And Betrayal Collide 31:05 - Learning To Fight With Love 37:10 - Mentoring Leaders With Real Honesty 43:00 - Manage Your Soul And Your Rhythms 52:30 - Enjoy The Journey And Closing LEAD TO WIN RESOURCES More Resources: https://leadtowin.com/ Win With People: https://leadtowin.com/pages/win-with-... Register for Leaders Gathering: https://leadersgathering.leadtowin.com/ Information on Milestone Church: https://milestonechurch.com/ FIND US AT: https://leadtowin.com GET IN TOUCH: Contact us at [info@leadtowin.com](mailto:info@leadtowin.com) FOLLOW PASTOR JEFF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefflittle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorjefflittle FOLLOW LEAD TO WIN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadto.win/ MB01S7YB2Y7TQIG

    Holly Wagner | If You Don't Quit You Win
  7. Aug 4

    Michael Miller | Stop Building Someone Else's Calling

    In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with Michael Miller, founder and senior leader of Upper Room, for a conversation on pioneering, prayer, calling, and staying faithful when the path is unclear. Michael shares the story of how a prayer room in Dallas became a church, what it takes to lead when you do not have all the answers, and why comparison can pull leaders away from the assignment God actually gave them. He also speaks to the next generation of leaders about hidden battles, spiritual formation, and the importance of being planted in the right soil. Whether you are pioneering something new, developing young leaders, or trying to stay faithful in an uncertain season, this conversation will help you lead with clarity, conviction, and a deeper dependence on God. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Old Friends And Shared Roots 3:10 - Wedding Photos And Preacher Tie Talk 6:00 - Late Night Prayer And Early Risk 7:40 - The Call To Pioneer In Dallas 12:25 - Leading With Clarity In Uncertainty 16:54 - When People Line Up Outside 18:34 - Songwriting As A Fruit Of Calling 20:20 - Second Generation Leaders And Structure 24:50 - What Young Adults Need Most 30:37 - Soil, Process, And Hidden Battles 33:50 - Apprenticeship And Coaching Trees 36:05 - Spiritual Parents And Learning To Pray 39:24 - Defining Winning As A Leader 43:58 - Final Thanks And Subscribe Request LEAD TO WIN RESOURCES More Resources: https://leadtowin.com/ Win With People: https://leadtowin.com/pages/win-with-... Register for Leaders Gathering: https://leadersgathering.leadtowin.com/ Information on Milestone Church: https://milestonechurch.com/ FIND US AT: https://leadtowin.com GET IN TOUCH: Contact us at info@leadtowin.com FOLLOW PASTOR JEFF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefflittle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorjefflittle FOLLOW LEAD TO WIN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadto.win/ MB01OQ7ZOYK7ONK

    Michael Miller | Stop Building Someone Else's Calling
  8. Jun 23

    Todd & Julie Mullins | How to Build a Team People Want to Be On

    In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with Todd and Julie Mullins of Christ Fellowship for a practical conversation on building healthy teams and shaping culture with intention. Todd and Julie share why culture cannot just be caught — it has to be taught. From clarifying expectations to communicating values often, they unpack how leaders can build teams people want to be part of and create a culture that is life-giving, healthy, and clear. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Culture As Soil For Vision 3:30 - The Team Question Everyone Asks 8:50 - The Origin Story Behind The Church 15:10 - Succession And Scaling To Multisite 21:30 - Culture By Design Not Default 27:55 - Turning DNA Into Leader Values 35:40 - Communicate Often And Celebrate It 42:10 - Accountability When Culture Slips 49:10 - Hiring On Purpose And Onboarding Fast 56:05 - Clear Expectations And The 30 60 90 1:01:55 - Lead People Holistically And Close LEAD TO WIN RESOURCES More Resources: https://leadtowin.com/ Win With People: https://leadtowin.com/pages/win-with-... Register for Leaders Gathering: https://leadersgathering.leadtowin.com/ Information on Milestone Church: https://milestonechurch.com/ FIND US AT: https://leadtowin.com GET IN TOUCH: Contact us at info@leadtowin.com FOLLOW PASTOR JEFF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefflittle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorjefflittle FOLLOW LEAD TO WIN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadto.win/ MB01KTGA8DJ2NXM MB01UVECBC9UVOL

    Todd & Julie Mullins | How to Build a Team People Want to Be On
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The Lead to Win podcast with Jeff Little isn’t just leadership principles—it’s a game-changer for everyday life. In each episode, we dive into meaningful conversations about what it truly means to lead and succeed in a world obsessed with the wrong scoreboards. Because the greatest loss in life isn’t falling short; it’s winning big at something that doesn’t matter.

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