A Leader's Journey

Joel Gunn

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I am a leader on a journey interviewing other leaders about their journey.

12/25/2025

2025 Christmas wish

Merry Christmas from A Leader's Journey

1 min
12/17/2025 · Bonus

Josh Arrington - See Your People

In this 14 minute excerpt, Joel and Josh Harrington dive into one of the hardest leadership tensions in the marketplace: grace, accountability, and what it really means to lead people well.This highlight focuses on hiring, firing, conflict resolution, and the often-overlooked truth that marketplace ministry starts with how we treat our own people.📺 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/Wu1zHUshxe0?si=lan5BKvvUukvYJWWKey Takeaways:✅ Grace and accountability are not opposites✅ Marketplace ministry starts inside your organization, not outside of it✅ People want to be seen, not just evaluated✅ How you let someone go matters as much as whyMemorable Moments:🗣 “If the gospel doesn’t disrupt how I lead, I’m just running an ethical business.”🗣 “We confuse conflict avoidance with biblical grace.”#ALeadersJourney #leadership #marketplaceministry #faithatwork #biblicalleadership

14 min
12/10/2025

Brandon West - What Breaks Your Heart?

In this episode of A Leader's Journey, host Joel Gunn speaks with Brandon West, the Chief Purpose Officer and founder of PHOS Creative, about the intersection of business and ministry. Brandon shares his journey of leading a digital marketing agency that operates as a ministry, focusing on social impact, particularly in addressing issues like sex trafficking and extreme poverty. The conversation delves into the importance of purpose in leadership, the transformative experiences of witnessing poverty, and the power of storytelling and remembrance in fostering a culture of generosity and community service. Takeaways: Their mission is to cultivate flourishing in people and organizations.Identifying what breaks your heart can guide your focus in leadership.Generosity should be a contagious practice within organizations.Experiencing poverty firsthand can transform perspectives and priorities. #ALeadersJourney, #PHOScreative, #giveback, #leadership, #purpose

27 min
12/10/2025

Tenice Wehmeyer - Why Human Connection Is a Leader’s Most Valuable Skill

Earlier this year, Joel sat down with Tenice Wehmeyer for a rich conversation on why people feel more disconnected than ever — and what leaders can do about it right now.This 12-minute highlight explores loneliness, post-Covid habits, trust inside teams, and why proximity is not the same as leadership. Tenice breaks down the mindset shift leaders must make if they want their people to feel seen, supported, and engaged.📺 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/9kpTgLvz0Bc?si=7uUU9V3BHeUu3MhrKey Takeaways:✅ Human connection is now a core leadership skill✅ Leaders can’t rush trust — intentional pauses matter✅ Remote and hybrid leaders often outperform because they over-communicate✅ Engagement rises when people feel known, not managedMemorable Moments:🗣 “Some people got comfortable in isolation and never came back out.”🗣 “Proximity builds the illusion of trust — not actual trust.”🗣 “Leaders think they don’t have time to connect, but it only takes seconds.”🗣 “Introverts and extroverts both found something in Covid they weren’t getting before.”#ALeadersJourney #leadership #connectedness #trust #workplaceculture #engagement

12 min
11/26/2025

Happy Thanksgiving

Hope you slow day this long weekend to enjoy time with family and friends! Happy Thanksgiving from A Leader's Journey podcast!!!

1 min
11/19/2025 · Bonus

LaShaude James - Training People for Life, Not Just Work

Back in February, Joel sat down with LaShaude for a conversation on leadership that shapes people, not just employees.This 12-minute highlight zooms in on generosity, values-driven training, and why forming good humans matters more than job titles. LaShaude unpacks his self-paced model for developing people both professionally and personally—the kind of leadership that prepares people to eventually outgrow their role.📺 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/mv-bkcCFksY?si=EpAcJRehBDl3LuziKey Takeaways:✅ Generosity builds trust and alignment✅ Titles don’t define professionalism—intentionality does✅ Real leadership prepares people for what’s next✅ Even temporary roles can leave a lasting impactMemorable Moments:🗣 “Generous people make better employees.”🗣 “You’re not going to be with me forever.”🗣 “I want to form them into good humans.”🗣 “I want to be the best boss you’ve ever had.”#ALeadersJourney, #leadership, #values, #bestboss, #highlights, #generosity

12 min
11/12/2025

Monty Mohon - Why 79% of Your Team is Coasting

PIVOTAL leadership moment: Global disengagement is at 79% (Gallup, 2024). Leaders must stop chasing outdated "buy-in" and focus on clarity. Leadership expert Monty Mohon reveals his transformative "In-Frame" model to diagnose your culture. Learn the four team behaviors (All-In, Bought-In, Just-In, Out) and how to move the massive silent majority (the "Just-In" crowd) away from the "mire of mediocrity." Manager engagement is at a low 27%—a clear signal that leaders must practice courage and clarity now. The essence of leadership: "Humans are the boss; technology is the muscle." The "Just-In" category (the majority of your team) actively dilutes culture; addressing this requires immediate, courageous leadership. "Simplicity is super important to bring forth clarity, because when you have clarity, you can always map back your questions." #ALeadersJourney, #WorkplaceCulture, #LeadershipStrategy, #EmployeeEngagement, #BusinessClarity, #TeamDynamics, #FutureOfWork

29 min
11/05/2025

Marcus Walker - Empowering Communities

In this conversation, Joel Gunn interviews Marcus Walker, Executive Director of Daily Bread, a nonprofit focused on alleviating poverty through community engagement and church support. They discuss the importance of mentorship, leadership development, and the challenges faced by the next generation. Marcus emphasizes the significance of identity in leadership and the need for young people to understand their unique purpose as designed by God. Takeaways: Food is a tool for building relationships.Financial literacy is crucial for those facing poverty.Mentorship can have a profound impact on leadership development.Identity plays a critical role in personal and leadership development.Understanding one's unique purpose is vital for young people. #ALeadersJourney #DailyBread #povertyalleviation #leadership #mentorship #identity #communityservice #nonprofit #faith-basedorganizations

25 min

I am a leader on a journey interviewing other leaders about their journey.

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Joel Gunn
Years Active

2023 - 2025
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122
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