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5 Actions of Healthy High Achievers Oct 22, 2024

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Just because you’re a high achiever doesn’t mean you’re pursuing healthy growth. In this episode, Alex breaks down 5 actions of a healthy high achiever, which will help you enjoy, sustain, and extend your achievement for greater long-term impact. He also shares some questions you can ask to help identify the right opportunities and discusses the examples set by healthy, high-achieving leaders in his life.

Episode Recap:

Achievement and fulfillment are not the same thing! (1:05)
How can we enjoy, sustain, and extend achievement? (5:48)
Today we’ll walk through 5 actions of a healthy high achiever (7:41)
1. Ignore: When you become successful, distractions show up everywhere (9:57)
Ask yourself these questions to separate distractions from opportunities (15:03)
2. Steward: Taking care of our things keeps us humble (23:36)
3. Amplify: Identify what’s working and invest in it (32:08)
4. Develop: Your effectiveness as a leader depends on your ability to make others effective (36:48)
5. Give: We were created for generosity (41:11)
3 questions to help you make the most of this episode (45:31)

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7 Practical Conclusions from “Decision Making and the Will of God” Oct 15, 2024

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Each of us has a freedom and a responsibility to make moral and wise decisions. But what does that decision making process actually look like? And how do we know if a certain path is wise? In this episode, Alex reflects on the framework outlined in Dr. Garry Friesen’s book, “Decision Making and the Will of God.” He also shares 7 practical conclusions that further explain how this framework applies to our daily lives. Make sure to listen to our previous episode with Dr. Friesen for more insights on this topic.

Episode Recap:

The quality of our decisions determines the quality of our life (1:12)
Are you putting off decisions out of faith, or out of fear? (7:07)
Everything that happens is God’s will, but not everything is moral or wise (14:10)
We have the freedom and the responsibility to make decisions (20:41)
7 practical conclusions from the “Decision Making and the Will of God” framework (24:47)
1. You aren’t going to screw up God’s will (25:00)
2. When decisions are not moral in nature, moral language is unhelpful (28:26)
3. Wisdom is exceptionally important (35:10)
4. Wisdom is found by those who seek it (37:08)
5. This framework empowers incredible freedom and demands outrageous responsibility (43:40)
6. Effective, God-honoring decisions are not a checklist, they’re a part of your identity (48:07)
7. Grace is available and necessary for when we make mistakes (50:08)

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Decision Making and the Will of God with Dr. Garry Friesen Oct 08, 2024

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How do we know if the decisions we’re making align with God’s will? When Alex found himself asking this question, it led him to a book that changed his life: “Decision Making and the Will of God.” And in this episode, Alex talks with the book’s author, Dr. Garry Friesen. Dr. Friesen explains the two prevailing views of God’s will and unpacks his four-part framework for wise decision making. He also shares insights about how we can apply this framework as business leaders. This episode is full of so much wisdom; you won’t want to miss it!

Episode Recap:

Today we’re talking with Garry Friesen about his book that changed Alex’s life: “Decision Making and the Will of God” (0:01:04)
What inspired you to write a book about God’s will and decision making? (0:03:34)
Can you explain the traditional view of God’s will? (0:09:34)
What happens when someone lives by the traditional view? (0:19:27)
What are the principles of wise decision making? (0:33:08)
How does decision making connect to servant leadership? (0:59:09)
What does it look like to empower others to make decisions? (1:05:47)
What is wisdom, and can contemplative prayer help us get it? (1:16:37)
What role do our desires play in understanding God’s will? (1:28:22)
How do we know when it’s time to leave the details up to God? (1:33:00)

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“Decision Making and the Will of God” by Garry Friesen

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How to Build a Healthy Executive Presence - Part 2 Oct 01, 2024

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When you’re looking to expand your influence as a leader, make sure to consider your executive presence. In this episode, Alex continues the conversation about building a healthy executive presence by discussing 4 more virtues that are vital for leaders. He also shares practical examples and habits to build for each of the virtues, and he explains why executive presence is the key to increasing your impact. Don’t forget to check out part 1 of this series if you haven’t already!

Episode Recap:

Growing in certain virtues can expand your influence as a leader (0:58)
Recapping the first 4 virtues (4:26)
5. Principles: Our reputations are made up of the messages we live and give (7:12)
6. Poor in Spirit: The more you lead, the more you need (14:31)
Ask genuine questions and communicate what you need (19:02)
7. Pace: Set your pace based on how far you want to go (21:45)
Hurry dilutes wisdom, diminishes perspective, and destroys peace (26:13)
8. Priority: Just because something is good doesn’t mean the timing is right (28:24)

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How to Build a Healthy Executive Presence - Part 1 Sep 24, 2024

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If you’ve ever started to feel like you’re reaching the limits of your influence, this episode is for you! Alex kicks off a new, two-part series by explaining why executive presence is the key to growing your influence as a leader. He then breaks down the difference between healthy and unhealthy executive presence and shares 4 virtues you can focus on to develop a healthier executive presence. Make sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss part 2!

Episode Recap:

Have you ever felt like your influence was capped? (1:03)
What is executive presence? (3:05)
An unhealthy executive presence asserts influence with toxicity (8:18)
Today we’ll talk about 4 of the virtues that make up a healthy executive (13:00)
1. Preparation: This is the prerequisite for confidence (14:38)
Plan on paper and have the meeting before the meeting (17:44)
2. Peace: The internal always leaks into the external (24:27)
Spend 12 minutes in silence and see where your mind goes (26:37)
3. Presence: Availability increases your influence (35:08)
Participate in meetings and make sure you’re responsive (36:57)
4. People-Centric: Focus on the people right in front of you (40:36)
Identify the people you’re responsible for, and then help them win (43:22)

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Developing a Healthy Mind - Part 3 Sep 17, 2024

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A healthy mind won’t just happen for you overnight; it needs to be cultivated, guarded, and sustained through daily habits. In this episode, Alex outlines 5 daily actions that directly impact the health of our minds. He also challenges us to choose one of these habits to try out this week and see how our mindsets begin to shift in the process. This is the final part of our series “Developing a Healthy Mind,” so make sure to catch up on the first two episodes if you haven't already!

Episode Recap:

Healthy minds need to be cultivated, guarded, and sustained (1:00)
Today we’ll talk through the habits that will help you develop a healthy mind (4:50)
Prayer: Focus on what you can control and pray for what you can’t (5:20)
Daily Habit: Set a 10-minute timer and focus on the acronym ACTS (9:53)
Silence: We are surrounded by noise, but quiet is valuable (15:42)
Daily Habit: Find time to sit in silence for 10 minutes (19:41)
Exercise: Introducing movement can transform your life (20:09)
Daily Habit: Add a 30-minute walk to your routine (25:01)
Writing: Journaling helps you notice the story unfolding around you (25:57)
Daily Habit: Try writing for 10 minutes about one of these prompts (27:28)
Gratitude: Focusing on gratitude decreases stress and increases humility (28:25)
Daily Habit: Write down or verbalize 3 things you’re grateful for (30:01)
Choose one of these five habits to apply this week (31:31)

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Developing a Healthy Mind - Part 2 Sep 10, 2024

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If you’re doing the right actions with the wrong mindset, you’ll ultimately get the wrong result. In this episode, Alex continues our series on developing a healthy mind by taking a close look at three common barriers to health: Underthinking, overthinking, and negative thinking. He also leads us through some exercises to help us identify our natural patterns and take steps to move toward health. Don’t forget to follow the podcast so you don’t miss the series’ next installment!

Episode Recap:

Impact-driven leaders need a healthy mind to lead well (1:00)
Today we’ll dig into 3 barriers to a healthy mind (3:09)
1. Underthinking: Are you giving decisions sufficient thought? (5:14)
What causes underthinking? (9:25)
Identify a time when you underthought a decision. Why did that happen? (19:06)
2. Overthinking: Are your thoughts useful and productive? (21:33)
Worry, anxiety, and stress almost always stem from fear (25:43)
Remember these realities about overthinking (33:26)
Identify a time when you overthought a decision. What would have helped? (39:01)
3. Negative thinking: Are you viewing circumstances with realistic optimism? (40:17)
Cultivating and sustaining a healthy mind requires intentional effort (44:30)

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“Winning Begins at Home” with Randy Gravitt Sep 03, 2024

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If you want to lead well in the workplace, you also need to lead well at home. In this episode, Alex talks with Randy Gravitt about his new book “Winning Begins at Home.” Randy is an author, speaker, executive coach, and Chief Encouragement Officer at Lead Every Day. He explains why he’s so passionate about helping leaders transform their home lives and shares words of wisdom for anyone who’s struggling to manage competing priorities. Randy also discusses some of the routines, rhythms, and boundaries that can help families build stronger relationships.

Episode Recap:

Today we’re talking with Randy Gravitt about his book, “Winning Begins at Home” (1:07)
Why is focusing on the home so important to you? (1:55)
Who did you write this book for? (3:50)
What would you say to someone who’s struggling with priorities? (8:28)
What can a healthy home life look like for leaders? (14:43)
Why is mentorship so powerful in this area? (18:33)
What does it look like to become a leader at home? (27:57)
Are there specific rhythms or boundaries that you’ve seen make a difference? (34:38)
What patterns do you see among effective leaders at work and home? (43:20)
What to expect from “Winning Begins at Home” (48:16)
Can you share some final words of encouragement for listeners? (50:13)

Resources:

“Winning Begins at Home” by Randy Gravitt

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Developing a Healthy Mind - Part 1 Aug 27, 2024

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Too often, we overestimate the power of our abilities and underestimate the power of our minds. In this episode, Alex kicks off a new series about developing a healthy mind by sharing an experience during an Ironman triathlon that changed his perspective on the power of mindset. He then shares six characteristics of a healthy mind and reminds us that just like any other muscle, our minds get stronger when we work them. Make sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss the rest of this series!

Episode Recap:

Mindset matters more than we realize in situations of stress or challenge (1:22)
We often overestimate the power of our abilities and underestimate the power of our minds (7:42)
Your mind is a muscle that grows the more you work it (10:53)
1. A healthy mind can envision (11:28)
2. A healthy mind can strategize (14:44)
3. A healthy mind can empathize (18:46)
4. A healthy mind can endure (21:02)
5. A healthy mind can learn (26:34)
6. A healthy mind can reflect (28:23)
Do you need new tactics, or do you need a new mindset? (30:15)

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Leading through Political Divides with Josh Butler Aug 20, 2024

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How can we promote unity and understanding in our organizations when it feels like people are more divided than ever? In this episode, Alex talks with Josh Butler, a pastor, leader and author of the new book “The Party Crasher: How Jesus Disrupts Politics as Usual and Redeems Our Partisan Divide.” Josh unpacks his framework for understanding the different political “regions” people fall into, reminding us that each leaning has its strengths, as long as we don’t make it an idol. He then shares practical advice and examples for leaders about what it might look like to engage with people in different political camps, make yourself accessible for questions and conversations, and create an environment that fosters unity.

Episode Recap:

Today we’re talking with Josh Butler about leading through political divides (0:00:56)
Why are you so passionate about the message of “The Party Crasher?” (0:02:50)
What are the four political religions, and why are they useful? (0:08:51)
The Modern Left: A religion of progress (0:11:39)
The Modern Right: A religion of responsibility (0:16:35)
The Postmodern Left: A religion of self-expression (0:20:38)
The Postmodern Right: A religion of security (0:27:03)
How have people responded to learning about these quadrants? (0:31:17)
What might it look like to embrace our leanings without bowing to them? (0:34:07)
Can you share advice for engaging with people you don’t agree with? (0:45:17)
How can leaders create an environment that fosters unity? (0:51:11)
How do you make yourself accessible without burning out? (0:57:26)
We have an opportunity to call people to transcend divisions (1:04:36)

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“The Party Crasher” by Joshua Ryan Butler

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