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Dave Ferguson – Leadership That Outlasts You Jul 30, 2025

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What does it take to build something that lasts beyond your leadership? In this powerful conversation, Tim Foot sits down with Dave Ferguson to explore how intentional succession, apprenticeship, and multiplication shape the future of the church. Drawing from his own transition at Community Christian Church and his leadership of Exponential, Dave shares the do’s and don’ts of raising up new leaders, the barriers holding churches back from multiplying, and the hopeful signs of a movement led by risk-taking, permission-giving cultures. If you want to grow leaders, not just fill roles—this is the episode for you.

Steve Cuss – Thriving in the Relationships That Matter Most Jun 11, 2025

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Leadership is all about relationships—and how we manage them can make or break our impact. In this episode of the Slingshot Group Podcast, Tim Foot is joined by pastor, author, and leadership consultant Steve Cuss to explore the five core relationships that shape every leader's journey.

From the often-overlooked relationship with yourself to the people who stretch you the most, Steve offers practical wisdom for navigating relational dynamics, reducing leadership anxiety, and building emotionally healthy teams. No matter your role or experience, this conversation will help you lead with greater self-awareness, clarity, and care.

Shane & Shane – Fighting Ego and Finding Community May 08, 2025

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In this episode, we sit down with worship leaders and songwriters Shane Barnard and Shane Everett — known collectively as Shane & Shane — for an honest, funny, and deeply insightful conversation about life in ministry, the dangers of ego, and why community matters more than ever.

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For more information about Shane & Shane and The Worship Initiative, visit https://www.theworshipinitiative.com/

Jena Dunay – Uncertainty, Layoffs, and Landing Your Dream Job Mar 31, 2025

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The workplace is shifting—and leaders are feeling the weight.

From rising expectations to navigating team transitions, it’s a challenging season to lead and to job hunt. In this episode, leadership coach and founder of Recruit the Employer, Jena Dunay, joins us to talk about what it looks like to lead well when everything feels uncertain.

We cover:
✨ The unrealistic pressure for leaders to meet every employee need
🧭 How to approach layoffs with clarity and compassion
💼 Why job seekers should reflect before rushing to update their resume
🌱 How to develop your team with transitions in mind

This conversation is full of practical insight and encouragement—whether you're leading a team or stepping into what's next.

Mac Lake – Developing Leaders Who Develop Others Feb 26, 2025

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What does it take to build a thriving leadership culture? Slingshot Group CEO Tim Foot sits down with Mac Lake, Founder of Multiply Group, to explore why leading yourself is the key to developing others.

Mac shares his journey as a young leader and his passion for equipping churches and nonprofits with strong leadership pipelines. With practical insights on personal growth, mentoring, and leadership challenges, this episode will inspire you to lead with greater impact.

Jim Burgen + Jesse DeYoung – Behind the Scenes of Leadership at Flatirons Church Feb 12, 2025

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In this episode, Jim Burgen and Jesse DeYoung from Flatirons Church pull back the curtain on leadership transitions, developing leaders from within, and the power of trust in executive roles. They reveal what’s working—and what they’ve learned the hard way in navigating conflict, prioritizing staff health, and the role of sabbaticals in sustaining long-term leadership. If you're leading in a church or nonprofit, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways for building a thriving, mission-driven team.

Mindy Caliguire – Ignite Your Soul Jan 28, 2025

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In this episode, Tim Foot is joined by Mindy Caliguire, co-founder and president of Soul Care, to tackle the often-overlooked need for soul care among leaders. Together, they discuss the six key practices outlined in Mindy’s book, Ignite Your Soul, and how these practices can restore leaders facing burnout and deepen their relationship with God.

Megan Fate Marshman – Relaxed & Walking With Jesus Oct 22, 2024

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In this episode, Megan Fate Marshman discusses the power of small acts of obedience, stewarding our stories to point to the Gospel, and allowing the message to transform us first. She also shares insights from her new book, Relaxed: Walking with the One Who's Not Worried About a Thing.

Joey Odom – "Let Me Put Down My Phone" Oct 01, 2024

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In this conversation, Tim Foot and Joey Odom explore the profound impact of digital distractions on personal relationships and leadership. Joey shares a pivotal moment from his life that sparked a passion for addressing the issue of phone dependency, leading to the creation of Aro, a digital wellness tool. They discuss the reality of our relationship with technology, the intimacy crisis it creates, and practical strategies for leaders to foster healthier habits and connections.

Jenni Catron – Building Teams With Thriving Culture Sep 11, 2024

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In this episode, we chat with Jenni Catron, leadership expert and CEO of The 4Sight Group. Jenni shares her insights on building healthy team culture, shaped by her experiences in the music industry and executive leadership roles. She offers practical advice on diagnosing team culture health, distinguishing toxic cultures from toxic leaders, and aligning values during the hiring process. Whether you're leading a team or looking to improve culture, this episode offers actionable insights to help you lead well.

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