Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast

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Leading with Gratitude Nov 03, 2025

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Unexpressed gratitude is perceived as ingratitude. In this episode, Andy Stanley and co-host Suzy Gray unpack one of the most overlooked leadership habits—expressing gratitude. Most leaders feel thankful for their teams but fail to say it out loud. And when we don’t express gratitude, people don’t assume we’re busy—they assume we’re ungrateful. But appreciation builds loyalty, strengthens culture, and fuels motivation far more effectively than paychecks or perks ever could.

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Here is what they cover in this episode:

The future-focus of leaders (1:40)
How gratitude has a ripple effect (5:52)
What unexpressed gratitude communicates (14:00)
Three Habits for Expressing Gratitude (15:24)
Practical Ways to Start Building a Rhythm of Gratitude (19:21)

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Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leaders Magazine.

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The Four Disciplines of Execution, Part 1—From the Vault Oct 20, 2025

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Execution, not strategy, is where most organizations stumble. In this episode from 2019, Andy Stanley sits down with Chris McChesney, co-author of The 4 Disciplines of Execution, to unpack why great ideas often die in the “whirlwind” of daily work. Chris explains a simple, proven framework that can help leaders improve execution and turn their plans into measurable results.

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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REVERB 26: Beyond High Performance: How Great Leaders Keep Getting Better Oct 13, 2025

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Workplace mindsets shape how leaders approach growth. In this REVERB episode, Andy Stanley and co-host Suzy Gray build on last week’s conversation with executive coach Jason Jaggard to explore what it means to go beyond high performance. Together, they unpack how to move from coasting to improving, avoid false growth mindsets, model genuine learning, and find the courage to pursue a daring vision. This conversation will help you stretch your potential and rediscover what you—and your organization—are truly capable of.

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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Beyond High Performance with Jason Jaggard Oct 06, 2025

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Everybody has a mindset when it comes to work. In this episode, Andy sits down with executive coach and best-selling author, Jason Jaggard, to discuss his book Beyond High Performance. They explore how mindsets shape the way we approach work, what type of mindset is key to sustained growth, and a simple question that keeps teams moving forward.

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Here is what they cover in this episode:

Four archetypes in the workplace (3:14)
One question that shifts leadership mindset (8:30)
The high-performer problem (18:13)
Five signs of leadership stagnation and plateauing (21:30)
One thing leaders need to rethink to go beyond high performance (38:23)

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Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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Delegation Dilemma—From the Vault Sep 15, 2025

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Delegation isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about developing leaders. In this episode from 2015, Andy Stanley sits down with Gavin Adams to unpack what they call the Four Levels of Delegation, a framework to help leaders create clarity, avoid micromanagement, and grow leadership capacity at every level.

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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REVERB 25: Rethinking Motivation for Gen Z Sep 08, 2025

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Gen Z isn’t motivated the way previous generations were. In this REVERB episode, Andy Stanley and co-host Suzy Gray dive deeper into last week’s conversation with Dr. Tim Elmore. They unpack what really drives Gen Z: autonomy, mastery, and purpose. As well as why "coaching" outperforms "bossing" and why failure-and-recovery is a critical skill every Gen Z employee must develop.

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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How to Lead Gen Z Well with Dr. Tim Elmore Sep 01, 2025

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Gen Z is reshaping the way we lead as they are entering the workforce with fresh ideas, bold expectations, and a deep desire for purpose. In this episode, Andy sits down with leadership expert Dr. Tim Elmore to explore how leaders can better understand, engage, and empower this emerging generation.

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Drawing insights from Dr. Elmore's latest book, The Future Begins with Z, here is what they cover in this episode:

Who Gen Z is. (4:22)
Common myths about Gen Z. (13:04)
Effective ways to lead Gen Z. (16:22)
Practical tools for offering feedback to Gen Z. (22:14)
How to maintain retention of Gen Z. (30:48)

Where to find Dr. Elmore's latest book: http://TheFutureBeginsWithZ.com

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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Ask It for Organizational Leaders—From the Vault Aug 18, 2025

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Our biggest regrets often start with unwise, not necessarily immoral, decisions. In this episode from 2014, Andy Stanley introduces a deceptively simple question that can revolutionize decision-making. You'll learn 3 angles for applying it to your life and leadership so you can avoid costly missteps and move toward your personal and professional goals.

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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REVERB 24: The Stress Paradox: Small Habits, Big Leadership Impact Aug 11, 2025

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The right kind of stress can improve your physical health, sharpen your mental clarity, and boost your leadership effectiveness. In this REVERB episode, Andy Stanley and co-host Suzy Gray dive deeper into last week’s compelling conversation with Dr. Sharon Bergquist, author of The Stress Paradox. They discuss why leaders can't afford to neglect their health, how the law of the harvest shapes your long-term impact, and what it means to lead well by starting with your own body and mind.

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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The Stress Paradox: How to Harness Stress to Improve Health and Performance Aug 04, 2025

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Many leaders see stress as an enemy—something to manage, minimize, or escape. But the truth is some stress is necessary for growth and can even improve your health. In this episode, Andy sits down with Dr. Sharon Bergquist—physician, researcher, and author of The Stress Paradox—to explore how strategic, short bursts of stress can build resilience and improve performance.

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Here's what we cover in this episode:

The difference between bad stress and good stress (4:43)
The science behind good stress (6:49)
How to manufacture healthy stress in your daily life (13:20)
What leaders can do to model and multiply a healthy relationship with stress for their organizations (32:12)

Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering a free download of their ebook, Delegate to Elevate. Belay is an organization that will help you free up your time and allow you to focus on the things that allow you to be most successful. And this resource will empower you to focus on your strengths and delegate your weaknesses. Just text the word ANDY to 55123 to claim your free ebook now.

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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