Develop Leadership Podcast Gateway Church

Both results and relationships are critical for long-term organizational survival. Healthy leaders provide both challenge (results) and support (relationships) to their teams. They expect results and have very good relationships with those they lead. They are able to discern if they have a stronger bent toward results or relationships and look for ways to compensate in that bias. They actively include people around the table who are different in personality and skill set. Healthy leaders are intentionally invested in fostering accountability of results while simultaneously creating an atmosphere of appreciation, trust, honor, and mutual respect. They utilize team meetings effectively and do not waste time while team members walk away feeling valued and seen. They have an ability to discern whether the moment calls for a more “results- driven” decision or “relationships-driven” decision. To help us understand the complex intricacies of Value Results and Relationships is Project Manager Casie Asmus.

Healthy leaders cultivate clarity in all things, giving their team a shared understanding of the organization's mission, values, and objectives. In providing clarity, they empower their team to make confident decisions. They provide space for teammates to calibrate through troubleshooting and collaborate within their strengths. They encourage team to think outside the box, but to do so competently. They model clarity by practicing vulnerability in sharing their own thoughts, ideas, and dreams. Healthy leaders share the cultivation of clarity by giving space for their team to take ownership while keeping them accountable. They give space for mistakes to be made and to be learned from. They believe that a team moves with greater unity and synergy when the culture is carried not just by the leaders but by every team member. Clear is kind and consistency is key in cultivating clarity. To help us understand the beauty and tension of Cultivate Clarity is Executive Campus Pastor, Joe Caruso.

Healthy leaders serve always. They have a continuous eye to “see a need and meet a need”. They have an ability to discern who they should serve and how they go about serving them. They put others and the organization first. They live not out of “checklist” mentality but a true humble posture to serve others whatever it takes. They know their team’s needs and how to set them up for success. They do not covet the spotlight but are willing to serve in the background. Knowing that you can only lead others as far as you’ve been led yourself, healthy leaders also have an eagerness to embrace caring for their families and their finite body. They are disciplined to have good rhythms of sleep and rest. They are proactive to replenish their energy and “fill their tank” outside of work. They are disciplined in taking care of their emotional, mental, and physical health. Knowing an unhealthy self or family dynamic permeates into the workspace, they have appropriate work boundaries set up in order to “serve” the other priorities of their life. To help us understand the complex intricacies of Serve Always is Barbara Ranck.

We are opening up a 5-episode conversation on the 5 Marks of a Healthy Leader. The first is: Follow First. Healthy leaders follow Jesus closely. 1 Corinthians 1:11 “And you should imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.” Healthy leaders must know how to submit to authority before exercising it. They have a “put me in coach” mentality and are eager to learn from their leaders. They ask questions and are a sponge to soak in information. They courageously follow orders and actively seek to be unified with their higher-ups. They are attentive and active listeners. They are eager to learn not just from their higher-ups, but also from their teammates and those they lead. They regularly ask questions when direction is not clear. However, they also believe and trust the authority above them even when they don’t have the full context of a given situation. Following first demonstrates behaviors that promote a culture of respect and trust. To unpack what it means to Follow First is Momentum Ministry Partners Executive Leader, Eric Miller

In an ever-evolving world, the perspectives and values of each generation play a crucial role in shaping our society. One generation that stands at the forefront of change and innovation is Generation Z, those roughly born between 1995-2010. This generation is often celebrated for its unique approach to social, environmental, and technological issues, as well as its strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social justice. We have a lot to glean from their young perspectives and passions. So to gain a deeper understanding of the wisdom and insights Gen Z brings to the table, Becca Fries joins the conversation!

This episode is based on Patrick Lencioni’s best-selling book, The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team. Join us as we unravel the layers of trust, communication, accountability, and collaboration that form the backbone of effective teams. Whether you're a seasoned leader, an aspiring manager, or simply intrigued by the art of fostering harmonious teamwork, this dialogue will provide valuable insights and actionable strategies in overcoming certain team dysfunctions. We’ll process tips and practical steps to overcoming common team challenges to pursue building a cohesive, high-performing unit. To help unpack Lencioni’s book is Jonny Damon who is the Chief Operating Officer at Gateway Church.