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**Lead Stories Podcast**

Jo Saxton and Pastor Steph O’Brien are both leaders in Minneapolis. Jo is an author and speaker who has opportunities to teach around the world in various contexts. She is passionate about empowering women to realize their potential and purpose.
Steph is a church planter and pastor of a church plant in the city. She coaches leaders and pastors around the country and is a professor at Bethel University. Passionate about investing in the next generation, Steph, blogs and speaks in order to equip people to live their every day life on mission for the Kingdom of God.

In this podcast they share stories from their lives and what they’ve learned. Their hope is that this show will encourage, challenge and share tools with leaders and those who desire to live on mission for the Kingdom of God!

Latest Episodes:

S03: Episode 8 - Lead Voices with Steve Wiens Oct 11, 2017

Show notes

Steph is chatting to Steve Wiens about his new book Whole: Restoring What Is Broken in Me, You and The Entire World.

Listen in to hear their conversations about 5 Biblical questions and what it means to engage with them as leaders:

'Where are you?'

'Am I my brother's keeper?'

'What are you seeking?'

'Where are you going?

'What will you bring?'

Should we embrace mystery or mastery as leaders? Is it possible to stay somewhere God has sent you for too long? Why was Bono unhappy with the song 'Where the Streets have no name'? Listen in hear Steve and Steph discuss these questions and much more!

Check out Steve's new book: 'Whole: Restoring What Is Broken in Me, You and The Entire World' at Indiebound or the other places you get books.

Www.stevewiens.com

Also look out for Steve's podcast: This Good Word.

Also Recommended: Brian Zahnd - Sinners in the hand of a Loving God

Follow Lead Stories Podcast to interact with Steph and Jo:

Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox

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Connect with Jo at: www.josaxton.com @josaxton

Connect with Steph at: www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph

Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com

www.leadstoriesmedia.com - Don't forget to sign up to Lead Stories Community to have a chance to win a copy of Steve's new book!

S03: Episode 7 - Lead On: Comparison and Competition Oct 09, 2017

Show notes

Comparison and competition are as old as Cain and Abel. Rachel and Leah struggled with it and the disciples too. This week Jo and Steph discuss the difference between a scarcity and an abundance mindset and ask how we can create cultures where people can flourish rather than strive or withdraw.

Discussion questions:

1. Can you think of a time when you compared yourself to someone else and then gave up or withdrew from a situation? Where did you have a scarcity mindset?

2. Can you think of a time when you compared yourself to someone else and it made you want to strive to compete and be the best? What suffered as a result?

3. As a leader do you prepare for abundance or fear scarcity? Can you give some specific examples?

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Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox

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Connect with Jo at: www.josaxton.com @josaxton

Connect with Steph at: www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph

Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com

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S03: Episode 6 - Lead On: How to Beat the Imposter Syndrome Oct 02, 2017

Show notes

Last week Jo and Steph discussed the Imposter Syndrome and this week they show you how to overcome it!

Using the letter A (because Jo has loved Sesame Street since childhood) they are going to discuss 8 points which use the letter A.

1) Admit this a problem and begin to address it.

2) Assess your strengths and your weaknesses

3) Asking for feedback

4) Awareness of spiritual warfare

5) Accept an accurate view of yourself.

6) Acquiring a healthy community

7) Acknowledging that you are a work in progress

8) It is not about arriving - it never was.

Discussion questions:

1) Where can you identify the Imposter Syndrome influencing your ability to move forward?

2) Which of the steps above do you feel God is highlighting to you to focus on as you take Imposter Syndrome on?

3) Do you regularly take time to assess your strengths and weaknesses and make a plan moving forward? Is there someone else you can invite into this journey to do together?

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Connect with Jo at: www.josaxton.com @josaxton

Connect with Steph at: www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph

Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com

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S03: Episode 5 - Lead Voices with Tyler Reagin from Catalyst Sep 27, 2017

Show notes

Jo talks leadership today with Tyler Reagin, the President of Catalyst, which runs events to support and empower leaders.

Listen in to hear them practically discuss leadership, millennials, grace and what it means to steward our influence.

https://catalystleader.com/

http://tylerreagin.com/blog/

Follow Lead Stories Podcast to interact with Steph and Jo:

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Connect with Jo at: www.josaxton.com @josaxton

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Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com

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S03: Episode 4 - Lead On: Imposter Syndrome Sep 25, 2017

Show notes

Jo and Steph discuss the 'Imposter syndrome' today, the feeling that many people have, even high achievers, that they just got lucky and are not as able as it appears. 'Imposter syndrome' is an internal insecurity and a fear that eventually they will be figured out and exposed for who they really are. It can cause anxiety, depression and fear.

Listen in to hear Jo and Steph share their personal struggles with the imposter syndrome, and how important language is to help us own the callings God has given us.

Parable of the Sower - Luke 8

Song by The Brand New Heavies, 'Fake':

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nMvh0LLt5G8

Articles on the Imposter syndrome:

https://www.thecut.com/2017/01/25-famous-women-on-impostor-syndrome-and-self-doubt.html

http://www.paulineroseclance.com/pdf/ip_high_achieving_women.pdf

Check out Jo's new book and preorder: The Dream of You

Discussion questions:

1) Where have you felt the imposter syndrome present in your life?

2) Where have you held back in a meeting or pursing the vision God has given you because you don't feel worthy yet?

3) Can you accept a compliment by saying 'thank you' rather than dismissing it?

4) What words are you afraid to use to apply to what God has called you to step into (I'm a pastor, leader, teacher, writer, mother,…)

Follow Lead Stories Podcast to interact with Steph and Jo:

Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox

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Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton

Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph

Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com

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S03: Episode 3 - Lead On Sep 18, 2017

Show notes

Jo and Steph present the new series: Lead On…Leading in the Midst of Anxious Times. In this series you will be equipped to step into the fray and keep moving when everything around you is telling you to stop and give up.

Resources mentioned:

Sarah Bessey www.sarahbessey.com

Lead On resource guide - available free to new subscribers at www.leadstoriesmedia.com

Pre-order: The Dream of You - Jo Saxton's new book. You can sign up this week to be part of the launch team at www.josaxton.com

Discussion questions:

1) Think back to the last time you wanted to give up as a leader. Why was that? Did you?

2) What is the difference between taking a break and giving up?

3) What might it mean for you to keep leading in the midst of current anxious times?

Jo and Steph would love to hear your questions about leading in the midst of anxious times. Contact them at:

Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox

Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast

Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast

Connect with Jo at: www.josaxton.com @josaxton

Connect with Steph at: www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph

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S03: Episode 2 - LEAD VOICES with Kristin Schell of the Turquoise Table Sep 13, 2017

Show notes

Today Jo and Steph are talking to the Turquoise Table lady, Kristin Schell. Listen in to hear how she unexpectedly found herself leading a movement of people around the world just by putting a turquoise table in her front yard!

http://www.kristinschell.com/

www.theturquoisetable.com

Buy the book: The Turquoise Table

Follow Lead Stories Podcast to interact with Steph and Jo:

Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox

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Connect with Jo at: www.josaxton.com @josaxton

Connect with Steph at: www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph

Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com

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S03: Episode 1 - So... about this summer... Sep 11, 2017

Show notes

Season 3 is here!

Jo and Steph are back and are sharing what they have been doing over the summer, including some exciting news!

In this episode Jo and Steph discuss what they have been up to personally over the summer, and also reflect on the cultural implications of the big news events, in particular Charlottesville, and what it means to respond as leaders in changing times.

Jo is looking for people to help her launch her book next year - if you are interested in being part of the launch team please go to www.josaxton.com and join the mailing list to keep up to date in the coming months!

Check out the new resource guide: Lead On - Leading in Anxious Times - available as a free download to Lead Stories subscribers and for a small cost at www.leadstoriesmedia.com/resources.

Questions to consider:

1) Are you ready to respond to whatever God is doing, especially when things happen that you don't expect? What practical things can you do to build spiritual strength in this season?

2) One ex-extremist said that all extremists are looking for three things: purpose, community and identity. Does this help you to understand the church's role (and need) to address these three areas in their local communities?

3) Look back on your summer (or winter if you are southern hemisphere) - what things have you learned? What has impacted you?

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Connect with Jo at: www.josaxton.com @josaxton

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Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com

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S02: Episode 38 - What we are up to this summer! - SEASON 2 WRAP UP Jun 26, 2017

Show notes

It is the end of Season 2! Jo and Steph reflect over the different series which have been part of this past season and the podcasts that have impacted them personally. They also discuss what life looks like for them right now as Summer begins - from horse camp to baseball and book writing.

Make sure you don't miss out on new updates with Jo and Steph by signing up to their personal websites: www.josaxton.com and www.pastorsteph.com

Join Steph's Author page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorsteph/

We would love it if you could support Lead Stories Podcast by rating our podcast on iTunes!

Finally… don't miss out on the Lead Stories resources, Hello Goodbye, Life in the Wilderness and Empowering Women study guides. Find them at: www.leadstoriesmedia.com/resources

S02: Episode 37 - LEAD VOICES - Patrick Lambertz from Men Against The Trafficking Of Others (MATTOO) Jun 21, 2017

Show notes

In this episode Steph chats with Patrick Lambertz from Men Against The Trafficking Of Others (MATTOO), an organization working to educate men and stop the source of human trafficking.

Listen in to discover how you can help be a part of stopping human trafficking by helping to create stigmas against it.

Check out:

Www.mattoo.org and their course: 'Extinguishing the flames.'

Discussion:

1) Think about the quick decision someone makes to view pornography or go to a strip club for a bachelors party. What does the web of human trafficking look like behind those decisions?

2) How can you intentionally help those around you (and yourself) make better decisions to not support human trafficking, bearing in mind that doing nothing is often helping a fire to spread?

Follow Lead Stories Podcast to interact with Steph and Jo:

Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox

Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast

Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast

Connect with Jo at: www.josaxton.com @josaxton

Connect with Steph at: www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph

Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com

www.leadstoriesmedia.com