Better Leader Podcast

Better Leader Podcast

Welcome to the Better Leader Podcast! A community for leaders who want to get better. Whether you've led for years or are just starting your leadership journey, this podcast is for you! Growing and healthy leaders strengthen those around them, which is why we are passionate about sharpening our leadership skills together. Podcast Host - Logan Counts, a former educator and coach, now serving as a pastor at High Street Church in Springfield, MO.

  1. May 7

    Ep. 29 | Build Your Strengths

    In this episode of Better Leader, we talk about the danger of comparison and the power of building your strengths. Too many people spend their lives wishing they were someone else instead of maximizing who they already are. Learn how contentment, clarity, and confidence can help you lead better, grow faster, and make the biggest impact where you are.

    14 min

  2. Apr 1

    Ep. 28 | Home Team: The Leadership Skill That Strengthens Your Organization and Your Family

    Does Leadership Really Make a Difference?In this episode, we explore:Leadership lessons from Iowa head basketball coach Ben McCollumWhy staying in the know is key for leaders and teamsHow to create a team culture in your family and at home

    11 min

  3. Mar 11

    Ep. 27 | Helping Others Win

    Have you ever been explaining something and suddenly realized you are rambling and nobody is tracking with you?In this episode of the Better Leader Podcast we talk about two simple ideas that can completely change how you lead.First, how learning to explain things to elementary students forced me to simplify communication and break complex ideas into clear, simple pieces.Second, the mindset shift that happens when you stop viewing everything through the lens of yourself and start helping other people win. In a culture that pushes us into protection mode, great leaders fight to stay outward focused.If you want to grow as a leader, communicate better, and build stronger teams, this episode will help you reset your perspective. Subscribe for more practical leadership content.

    12 min

  4. Jan 27

    Ep. 26 | Leading Those Who Lead (Ft. Tiffany Lyons & Coco Lyons)

    I sat down with two of my oldest friends and two phenomenal leaders—Tiffany Lyons, College Pastor at Mariners Church in California, and Coco Lyons, Director of the High Street Institute in Springfield, MO. We talk about leadership, influence, and what it really takes to be someone who leads others well.

    27 min

  5. Jan 21

    Ep. 25 | Out of the Rut: What to Do When You Feel Stuck

    Ever feel stuck but don’t really know why? Just… stuck. In this episode of BLP, I talk about what it actually looks like to get out of a rut. Starting with a random moment in a Cheddars parking lot, a walk on vacation that changed my perspective, and what a back injury taught me about slowing down, movement, and prayer. Like and subscribe 🤟

    12 min

  6. Jan 5

    Ep. 24 | The Importance of Your Internal Climate

    In this episode, I share how your internal climate shapes your leadership more than your platform, your numbers, or your results. From building a healthy inner person to appreciating the people and opportunities God has given us, this is a reminder that real impact starts on the inside.Whether you’re leading a team, a church, a business, or just yourself, this message will help you lead with clarity, consistency, and purpose.

    12 min

  7. 12/10/2025

    Winning the First 90 Days of 2026

    Start 2026 strong! In this episode of The Better Leader Podcast, we talk about how to set yourself up for success in the first 90 days of the year. I get real about my own struggles last year with laziness and lack of intentional habits—and share a simple framework for setting primary goals (non-negotiable, scratch-and-claw goals) and sub goals (the “icing on the cake”).Learn how to:- Identify the 2 goals that will make your year a win- Make your goals visible and accountable- Schedule a 90-day check-in to measure progress- Turn intentional habits into lasting resultsIf you want 2026 to be the year you actually follow through and make meaningful progress, this episode is for you.📅 Check-in Tip: Put March 31, 2026 on your calendar as your first 90-day review!

    12 min

  8. 11/17/2025

    Ep. 22 | Why Fitness Makes You a Better Leader

    Want to be a stronger, more confident leader? It starts with your fitness. In this episode, I break down why physical health directly impacts leadership, productivity, focus, and confidence.You’ll learn:• Why fitness makes you a better leader• How exercise reduces stress, burnout, and anxiety• The science behind better mood, clearer thinking, and creativity• How discipline in the gym builds discipline in leadership• Why fitness increases confidence and decision-making• Simple ways to start: 5-minute workouts, daily movement, planning ahead, small wins

    12 min
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Welcome to the Better Leader Podcast! A community for leaders who want to get better. Whether you've led for years or are just starting your leadership journey, this podcast is for you! Growing and healthy leaders strengthen those around them, which is why we are passionate about sharpening our leadership skills together. Podcast Host - Logan Counts, a former educator and coach, now serving as a pastor at High Street Church in Springfield, MO.

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  • Creator
    Better Leader Podcast
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
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