Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast

Great leaders don’t try to be great at everything. They identify where they add the most value and create space for others to do the same.

In this episode, Andy Stanley and Holly Goddard continue their conversation on Andy’s latest book, What Great Leaders Do, by exploring why playing to your strengths is essential for maximizing your impact. They discuss how narrowing your focus, protecting your most productive time, and letting go of responsibilities others can do better can strengthen both your leadership and your organization.

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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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The hardest person you'll ever lead is the person you see in the mirror every day. And the more influence you have, the more important self-leadership becomes.

In this episode, Andy Stanley and Holly Goddard continue their conversation on why self-leadership is the foundation of great leadership. They explore why leaders must prioritize what they value most over what they want now, and why leading yourself well requires inviting others in.

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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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The path to becoming a great leader begins with one simple question: What would a great leader do?

In this episode, Andy Stanley and Holly Goddard begin a new series unpacking Andy's new book, What Great Leaders Do: 7 Essentials for Enduring Impact. They explore why self-leadership is the foundation of every other aspect of leadership, why giftedness alone isn't enough to be a leader worth following, and how the greatest challenge every leader faces is the person they see in the mirror each morning.

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What separates good organizations from truly exceptional ones?

In this episode from 2016, Andy Stanley sits down with Glen Jackson, co-founder of Jackson Spalding, to explore the concept of preeminence—the pursuit of extraordinary excellence that creates a lasting competitive advantage.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

New format beginning in August:We're kicking off a new format with a discussion of Andy's brand-new book, What Great Leaders Do: 7 Essentials for Enduring Impact.Joining Andy for these conversations will be an incredible leader, Holly Goddard. Together, they'll bring practical insight, honest conversation, and decades of leadership experience to each episode. New release schedule: New episodes will release on the first and third Mondays of every month. Available on YouTube:Each new episode will also be available on YouTube at YouTube.com/AndyStanleyOfficial 

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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What keeps you looking forward instead of backward? 

In this REVERB episode, Andy Stanley and Suzy Gray unpack one of the most powerful ideas from Andy's discussion with Jim Collins: the responsibilities you choose today shape the future you're moving toward. Discover why your greatest contribution may still be ahead of you, and how embracing the responsibilities you're uniquely designed to carry can keep your life and  leadership moving forward.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Beginning next month, we're kicking off a new format with a discussion of Andy's brand-new book, What Great Leaders Do: 7 Essentials for Enduring Impact.Joining Andy for these conversations will be an incredible leader, Holly Goddard. Together, they'll bring practical insight, honest conversation, and decades of leadership experience to each episode. New release schedule: New episodes will release on the first and third Mondays of every month. Available on YouTube: Each new episode will also be available on YouTube at YouTube.com/AndyStanleyOfficial 

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In part two of Andy’s conversation with bestselling author and researcher Jim Collins, they continue exploring one of life’s biggest questions: What do you make of your life?

Together they discuss questions like: how do you stay in frame when life changes direction? What responsibilities are worth giving yourself to? And how do you continue growing, creating, and contributing long after others have settled into comfort?

Drawing from a decade of research, Jim shares insights on choosing responsibilities, staying focused on what you’re uniquely wired to do, and why some of the most meaningful work of your life may still be ahead of you.

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Here's what they cover in this episode:

Three elements of a like in frame (2:16)

Why your best years may still be ahead (8:43)

The notion of extend out, circle back (13:45)

What true freedom is (20:32)

Level 5 Leadership (27:29)

The dangerous lure of legacy (29:24)

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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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What separates good organizations from truly exceptional ones?

In this episode from 2016, Andy Stanley sits down with Glen Jackson, co-founder of Jackson Spalding, to explore the concept of preeminence—the pursuit of extraordinary excellence that creates a lasting competitive advantage.

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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What do you do when the path ahead is unclear?

In this REVERB episode, Andy Stanley and Suzy Gray dive deeper into the uncertainty that often accompanies major life transitions. Expanding on Andy’s conversation with Jim Collins, they explore why seasons of "fog" are a normal part of life, how small steps create momentum when clarity is lacking, and what it looks like to discover your unique encodings so you can spend more time doing what you were made to do.

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In this episode, Andy is joined by bestselling author and researcher Jim Collins to discuss one of life’s biggest questions: What do you make of your life? 

It is a question we all wrestle with more than once: How do we find our way in the world? How do we make it past the cliffs, significant events that can radically change our lives? How do we keep the inner fire burning bright, long and late?

Jim Collins devoted a decade to studying these questions and more. Listen in as he and Andy unpack his findings. 

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Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering a free download of their latest ebook The Freedom Framework. This resource is designed to help leaders step out of the operational center of gravity and get back to the work that only they can do. Just text the word ANDY to 55123 to claim your free ebook now.

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When you identify your areas of working genius, as well as your areas of life-draining weakness, you put yourself in a position to tap into your natural gifts and are able to achieve more in every aspect of life.

In this episode from 2021, Patrick Lencioni is back to wrap up the Working Genius framework and why so many leaders feel stuck in roles that don’t fit. This conversation will help you identify your strengths, avoid burnout, and unlock a more productive and fulfilling way to work. 

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Joy may sound soft, but it has a measurable impact on resilience, engagement, trust, and team performance.

In this REVERB episode, Andy Stanley and Suzy Gray unpack Andy’s conversation with Kate Bowler about why joy matters more than most leaders realize. They discuss the difference between joy and happiness, how recognizing progress creates gratitude, why storytelling strengthens team culture, and how simple acts of recognition can transform engagement. 

If you want to build a healthier culture and become the kind of leader people want to follow, start by creating more space for joy on your team.

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Joy isn’t optional for leaders, it’s what keeps you connected to the story that makes your work matter.

In this episode, Andy sits down with Kate Bowler to explore why joy isn’t a distraction from leadership—it’s what sustains it. Joy doesn’t come from solving every problem or achieving every goal. Instead, it reconnects leaders to the deeper story behind their work—the reason it matters in the first place.

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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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When you identify your areas of working genius, as well as your areas of life-draining weakness, you position yourself to use your natural gifts and accomplish more in every area of life. 

In this episode from 2021, Andy sits down with Patrick Lencioni to explore the Working Genius framework and why so many leaders feel stuck in roles that don’t fit. This conversation will help you identify your strengths, avoid burnout, and unlock a more productive and fulfilling way to work. 

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If you’ve ever reached a goal and felt an unexpected emptiness, you’re not alone. Success has a way of delivering a moment, but not a lasting sense of meaning.

In this REVERB conversation, Suzy Gray and Andy unpack why achievement alone falls short and what actually creates a meaningful life. Meaning isn’t found in what you accomplish, but in who you serve. When your life becomes a means to something beyond yourself, you trade the cycle of chasing the next win for something far more lasting. The challenge for every leader is to be intentional—because if you’re not, success can quietly drift into something that feels surprisingly empty.

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You can be successful and still feel like something’s missing from your life. A meaningful life is built when your life makes sense to you, has purpose and direction, and is rooted in healthy relationships.

In this episode, Andy Stanley sits down with Arthur Brooks, bestselling author and Harvard professor, to explore why so many successful people still feel unfulfilled.

Together, they unpack the three essential components of meaning, why our culture is making it harder to find, and how even suffering can become a catalyst for deeper clarity and growth. They also explore the shift from a self-focused life to one centered on serving others and why that shift changes everything.

If you’ve ever felt busy but off, or successful but unsatisfied, this conversation will help you realign what matters most and take a simple first step toward a more meaningful life and leadership.

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Purpose and profit fuel each other. The more purpose you have in your organization, the more growth you’ll see.

In this episode from 2020, Jeff Henderson joins Andy to wrap up their conversation on growth. This time they're covering why the winning organizations of tomorrow will be more concerned with becoming fans of their customers instead of convincing customers to become fans of the organization.

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In last week’s episode, Andy sat down with his Executive Assistant of nearly 30 years, Diane Grant, to talk about one of the most overlooked leadership advantages: a strong leader–assistant partnership.

In this REVERB episode, Andy and Suzy unpack what it takes to make that partnership work well. They discuss how trust multiplies leadership capacity, why many leaders struggle to release decision-making to their assistants, and why saying “you decide” may be one of the most important leadership moves you can make.

If you want to delegate more effectively, build trust with your team, and create a no-surprises leadership environment, this conversation will help you lead with greater clarity and confidence.

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Behind every effective leader is someone quietly protecting their time, energy, and focus. When leaders clarify what matters most and empower the right executive assistant to guard it, everything works better — decisions get clearer and you gain margin. Great leaders go further faster when they build a true partnership with a high-capacity executive assistant.

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Purpose and profit fuel each other. The more purpose you have in your organization, the more growth you’ll see. In this episode from 2020, Jeff Henderson joins Andy to discuss when an organization gets clear about what it wants to be known for it unlocks the most powerful form of growth: loyal customers, engaged teams, and word-of-mouth advocacy. Compelling purpose wins hearts and creates the kind of brand loyalty that pricing and promotion alone never can.

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If you want better ideas, healthier teams, and stronger relationships at work and at home, this episode will help you make psychological safety a leadership value. Andy and Suzy go deeper into last week’s conversation with Charles Duhigg about psychological safety. They explore why leaders are responsible for creating safe environments, how vulnerability invites vulnerability, and why curiosity—not correction—should lead difficult conversations.

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Forget talent or strategy—one of the most effective ways to drive high performance is fostering psychological safety. When leaders create environments where people feel safe to speak up, ask questions, and challenge ideas without fear, teams don’t just work harder—they think better, collaborate deeper, and unlock the kind of energy and innovation that sustainable success depends on.

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Here is what they cover in this episode:

Why psychological safety is a key driver of team performance. (01:34)

How to “match” practical, emotional, and identity-based conversations to keep people connected. (06:42)

Two meeting habits that build safety: equal turn-taking and visible listening. (10:43)

A simple framework for hard conversations: “looping for understanding”—ask, reflect, confirm. (28:23)

How trust and safe feedback channels help teams surface better ideas and hard truths. (22:14)

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Virtues are important in every area of life, but they are especially important within the context of leadership. In this episode from 2020, the CEO of Habitat International, Jonathan Reckford, is back to wrap up our conversation on the seven virtues of a leader.

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Anxiety doesn’t always come from danger, it often comes from false needs. In this REVERB episode, Andy Stanley and co-host Suzy Gray reflect on last week’s conversation with Steve Cuss to explore how unseen anxieties shape leadership decisions. From perfectionism and control to approval-seeking, they discuss the triggers that cause leaders to power up or pull back under pressure. Andy shares practical insights on lowering the emotional temperature, choosing clarity when certainty isn’t possible, and leading with calm presence when everyone is looking for answers—so fear doesn’t set the direction.

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 Anxiety is something every leader deals with. The best leaders learn to recognize and manage it before it becomes contagious and spreads in their organization. In this episode, Andy Stanley and Steve Cuss explore why many leaders don’t recognize anxiety in themselves until it begins shaping their teams and culture. You’ll discover how false needs like control, perfectionism, and people-pleasing fuel reactivity—and why unmanaged anxiety is contagious. This conversation equips leaders with practical tools to respond with clarity, create emotionally healthy environments, and lead without transferring their anxiety to others.

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Here is what they cover in this episode:

“I’m not anxious”… until you see it as reactivity (6:27)

Two reactive moves: “bigger than human” or “smaller than human” (8:08)

The Big Five false needs that drive (and spread) anxiety. (13:18)

How to interrupt stuck patterns. (19:45)

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Virtues are important in every area of life, but they are especially important within the context of leadership. In this episode from 2020, the CEO of Habitat International, Jonathan Reckford, joins us to discuss the virtues of a leader.

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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Activity doesn’t equal impact. In this REVERB episode, Andy Stanley and co-host Suzy Gray revisit last week's conversation with Jason Jaggard to reveal why focus fuels growth and distraction kills it. They discuss the hidden cost of trying to do everything, how to align a team around a shared vision, and why scaling influence requires letting go of certain responsibilities, not adding more. Whether you lead a team of two or two hundred, this conversation will help you lead with purpose, confidence, and sustainable impact.

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Great leaders accomplish more by doing less—protecting margin, fully leveraging their unique strengths, and keeping the vision in front of their teams. In this episode, Andy Stanley and Jason Jaggard discuss why focus is a leadership discipline, not a personality trait. When leaders stop trying to do everything and instead focus on the work only they can do, the organization grows, the team gains clarity, and momentum accelerates. This episode explores the habits that keep leaders out of the weeds, thinking strategically, and empowering others to lead.

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Execution, not strategy, is where most organizations stumble. In this episode from 2020, Andy Stanley sits down with Chris McChesney, co-author of The 4 Disciplines of Execution, to go deeper into what it takes to turn strategy into results. They explore the five stages of behavioral change, the power of clear lead measures, and why visible, focused leadership is essential for execution that sticks.

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Gratitude and accountability aren’t opposites—they’re partners. In this REVERB episode, Andy Stanley and co-host Suzy Gray unpack how gratitude builds the relational equity that makes accountability possible. They explore the power of public praise before private correction, how leaders can keep gratitude alive under pressure, and practical ways to recognize the “thankless jobs” that keep things running smoothly but often go unnoticed.

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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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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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:

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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.

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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.

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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:

What leaders can do to model and multiply a healthy relationship with stress for their organizations (32:12)

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In this episode from 2015, Andy Stanley and Lane Jones unpack three essential principles that can transform your staffing approach and unlock your organization’s full potential. Whether you're building a team from scratch or refining your hiring process, you'll learn how to create a hiring system that helps your organization thrive.

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In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into your top leadership questions. Andy and co-host Suzy Gray continue to tackle the real-world leadership questions keeping you up at night. Whether you’re leading a team, stepping into a new role, or just trying to keep your calendar from taking over your life, Andy shares honest, practical insights shaped by decades of leadership experience. 

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In this special Q&A episode, Andy and co-host Suzy Gray tackle the real-world leadership questions keeping you up at night. Whether you’re leading a team, stepping into a new role, or just trying to keep your calendar from taking over your life, Andy shares honest, practical insights shaped by decades of leadership experience. 

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Most leaders want to lead with purpose. But there’s a reason many don’t. In this episode from 2017, Andy Stanley explains why purpose is more complex than we realize. It’s not just a motivational idea, it’s a mindset shift that comes with a cost. However, when you embrace it, your leadership—and your life—take on greater meaning.

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What do you do when your organization feels stuck—but you’re working with the same people and the same resources you've always had? In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Reset: How Great Leaders Get Unstuck. Andy and Suzy unpack the surprisingly hopeful idea that you don’t always need more to do better—you just need a new approach. Discover how identifying constraints, asking the right questions, and restacking what you already have can unlock momentum and move your organization forward.

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Every leader eventually gets stuck. But getting unstuck doesn’t always mean hiring more staff or launching a big initiative. In this episode, bestselling author Dan Heath joins Andy to share a practical two-part reset strategy. Learn how to find leverage points, restack your existing resources, and create better results—with the team and tools you already have.

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Here's what we cover in this episode:

How to find the small changes that create big impact (6:49) How to use what you already have in smarter ways (20:34)

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The best leaders know mission and vision must extend beyond the executive suite. In this episode, Andy sits down with former Ritz-Carlton president Horst Schultze to explore how great leaders build world-class service by treating every team member with dignity and purpose. You’ll discover how consistency, clarity, and empowerment at every level can transform an organization from the inside out.

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What do you do when your words—intended or not—hurt someone on your team? In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on The Words that Make or Break Your Leadership. Every leader will eventually say something that lands wrong, what matters most is what happens next. Discover how leaders can use these moments to deepen trust and reinforce a healthy culture. 

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Some words weigh more than others. In this episode, Andy Stanley reveals the secret to using words that shape culture, build trust, and drive success. Joined by co-host Suzy Gray, Andy unpacks the three dynamics that determine how leaders' words are received—regardless of their intent. If you want to lead better, your words need to work for you—not against you.

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Why a leader’s words weigh more than everyone else’s. (4:37) Systems and strategies to help you lead with your words. (9:50)  How to audit your language to better shape team culture. (13:46) The ratio of positive to negative feedback—and why it matters (18:17)

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Accelerating culture begins with a clearly defined purpose statement. In this episode former CFO and current President and COO of Coke Consolidated, Dave Katz, and I discuss the importance of organizational purpose statements and what it takes to build a thriving, purpose-driven culture inside a rapidly growing organization.

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The stories we tell ourselves—especially the ones that sound like excuses—can quietly limit our leadership and influence. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Transforming Your Leadership Mindset. Learn how excuses often disguise themselves as valid reasons, how they can ripple through entire organizations, and how to recognize and rethink the narratives that are holding you back.

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The stories you tell yourself shape your decisions, influence your team, and ultimately determine your success. In this episode, leadership expert Michael Hyatt joins Andy Stanley to explore how the hidden narratives we create can either empower or limit our leadership potential. Discover practical steps to identify and rewrite the limiting beliefs holding you back, enhance your self-awareness through intentional self-talk, and foster a culture of ownership and progress in your organization. Change your stories, change your results.

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Great leaders turn down the noise around them low enough and long enough to be ruthlessly curious about their emotions. In this episode Clay Scroggins and I discuss four habits you can put in place to reduce distractions and become a better leader.

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How you handle difficult people will determine the strength of your leadership. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on How to Lead Difficult People. You’ll learn how great leaders approach difficult people with wisdom—leaning in differently when necessary and offering direct feedback where appropriate. 

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Encountering difficult people is unavoidable. The best leaders learn how to manage their responses toward difficult people rather than mirroring their behavior. In this episode I share practical strategies for handling challenging individuals while maintaining your leadership edge.

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What makes someone a difficult person. (1:48) Why reacting emotionally gives difficult people power over you. (4:50) How to respond to difficult people. (6:19) How to manage difficult people without losing a leadership edge. (7:30)

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Knowing your underlying motivations and how you’re wired will help you make better leadership decisions. In this episode, Ian Morgan Cron and I talk about each Enneagram type and how they approach decisions.

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Great leaders don’t just hear; they listen. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Why the Best Leaders Never Stop Learning. You’ll learn that when you listen, you learn, and when you learn, you lead better. 

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Great leaders never stop learning. They choose curiosity over criticism, becoming students of new ideas rather than protectors of the status quo. In this episode I discuss how to resist the natural resistance of embracing new ideas in your organizations.

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Why resistance of new ideas is natural. (2:06) The challenges of facing new ideas. (5:35) Practical ways to shift our thinking toward being a student. (12:35) The importance of curiosity. (22:40)

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Creating and maintaining corporate culture can sometimes feel insignificant, but healthy organizational culture is a strategic asset that drives customer and employee retention, customer satisfaction, and profitability. In this episode from 2021 former Southwest Airlines Senior Vice President of Culture and Communications, Ginger Hardage, and I discuss five common misconceptions that stand in the way of healthy corporate cultures.

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In order to achieve sustainable success, leaders must proactively evaluate and improve their systems. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Utilizing Systems to Empower People and Drive Results. Discover the importance of regular audits, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement rather than reactive crisis management.

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Great leaders know that productivity starts with strong systems. These systems shape your culture, influence behaviors, and determine results. In this episode, I discuss practical ways to create and monitor effective systems in your organization.

Here's what we cover in this episode: 

(0:00) Intro

(3:16) Why systems control behaviors 

(9:30) Three key questions to see the systems in your organization 

(14:48) The relationship between organizational systems and organizational culture 

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No one enjoys failure, but what if there was a way to get a positive return on your failure? In this episode from 2022 New York Times bestselling author, John Maxwell, and I discuss the importance of embracing failure and how to leverage it for overall success.

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Legacy matters more than reputation because legacy has to do with ultimate over immediate. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Building Your Leadership Legacy Now. Learn how investing in others is the ultimate mark of a leader as we explore lessons learned from great leaders who left a lasting impact—and warnings from those who didn’t.

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Legacy is an ongoing process that is built daily, whether intentionally or unintentionally. In this episode, John Maxwell and I discuss the practical steps leaders can take today to build their legacy. 

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Every leader can grow beyond driving performance and business success and create a deep sense of community. In this episode from 2021 Sangram Vajre and I discuss the framework for building a culture of "belongship" in any organization. 

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There is a balance between individual rights and personal responsibility. In this special episode I discuss why our nation's future depends not just on our rights, but on how we choose to exercise those rights for the common good.

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Disagreement is inevitable, but division is a choice. In this episode I discuss how even while navigating yet another heated election season, there is a path through the turmoil. We can bridge our differences and make a real impact without falling into the traps of division and fear.

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One key to achieving entrepreneurial success is clearly defining and articulating the win both personally and professionally. In this episode from 2021, Sangram Vajre and I discuss six must-have elements to help you define your wins and create a successful organization.

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Everyone wants their team to win. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Creating High-Performance Teams. Learn how to capitalize on opportunities and take advantage of your personal strengths in order provide the greatest value to your team. 

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Building high-performance teams begins with understanding your organization’s “what” and “why” and then finding the right people to drive them forward. In this episode I discuss the four essential ingredients to building high-performance teams.

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Doing your best work begins by scheduling your highest priority tasks in the 3-5 hour window when your natural energy levels are highest. In this episode from 2021, Carey Nieuwhof and I discuss how to avoid stress and find a rhythm that will help you thrive. 

Original episode title: "Working at Your Best"

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We all have the capacity to achieve greater things in life. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Unlocking Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things. Discover how embracing discomfort and seeking out coaches can unlock your potential and elevate you to the next level. Learn how to step out of your comfort zone and achieve greater things in life by tackling the challenges that push you forward. 

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Achieving greater things is not about the genius we possess—it’s about the character we develop. In this episode, New York Timesbestseller, Adam Grant and I discuss how developing character skills, seeking advice, and aiming for excellence over perfection can unlock our hidden potential and achieve greater things.

Here's what we cover in this episode:

(0:00) - Intro
(5:35) - The Role Character Development Plays in the Process of Unlocking Potential
(10:30) - Importance of Asking for Advice vs Feedback
(19:35) - The Role of Coaches and Mentors
(27:05) - Balancing Excellence and Perfection

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In a healthy organization, your responsibility will always exceed your authority. In this episode from 2020, I explore the tricky relationship between responsibility and authority. 

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We all have different tolerance levels for managing tensions. Leaders must recognize both their personal capacity and others' capacity for managing tension. In this REVERB episode, we dive into last week's episode, Managing Organizational Tension, and discuss the responsibility leaders have to help others understand what tensions should be managed and what problems should be solved.

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Tension is a natural and necessary part of successful organizations. In this episode, I discuss why leaders must learn to recognize the difference between “problems that need to be solved” versus “tensions that need to be managed.” 

Here's what we cover in this episode:

(0:00) - Intro

(1:40) - Why organizational tension is natural and necessary

(5:35) - The difference between problems that need to be solved and tensions that need to be managed

(16:05) - Three ways leaders can determine whether a situation is a tension to manage rather than a problem to solve

(21:22) - The role of leaders in managing organizational tension

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Just like ethnic and gender diversity, generational diversity is also influencing workplace dynamics. Up to four generations comprise today’s workforce, and each brings its own set of experiences and expectations to the marketplace. In order to work better together, we have to understand one another. In this episode from 2019, we discuss how leaders can leverage the strengths of each generation when building productive organizational teams.

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There are two approaches to leadership: Trust & Inspire and Command & Control. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's episode Stephen Covey on the Future of Leadership, and unpack how a Trust & Inspire leader can get the best out of people.

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The world has changed, but the leadership landscape is stuck in old ways that no longer work. But there is a fresh approach that empowers teams to thrive in a rapidly changing world. New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-selling author Stephen Covey shares what the future of great leadership looks like in an evolving marketplace.

Here's what we cover in this episode:

(0:00) - Intro

(07:25) - Command and Control vs Trust and Inspire Leadership Styles

(13:45) - The Three Stewardships of Leadership

(28:20) - The Five Barriers Leaders Face

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Leaders are responsible for making decisions. In order to make good decisions, good information is necessary; and you get that information by stopping and listening to the people around you. In this episode from 2013, I discuss how you can create systems that incorporate listening into the organization.

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Rigorous and ongoing evaluation is the main ingredient in creating an organization that is constantly improving. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's episode Gaining and Sustaining Momentum, and discuss the role evaluation plays and practical ways to implement evaluation in your organization.

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Successful leaders gain and sustain momentum through three components: new, improved, and improving. In this episode, I explain more. 

Here's what we cover: 

(0:00) - Intro

(2:10) - Why Momentum is Emotional

(3:06) - The Test for Leaders When Momentum Slips Away

(8:29) - Formula to Momentum

(9:40) - New

(21:15) - Improved

(23:50) - Improving

(27:55) - Inhibitors to Momentum

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Effective communication requires clear messaging. People will not move into confusion, but they will follow clarity. In this episode from 2018, Donald Miller and I discuss the clarifying questions to ask as you prepare your messaging.

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Effective communicators—supercommunicators—know that instead of talking at or tosomeone, they must talk withsomeone. If a leader doesn't get this right, you talk but don't communicate. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's episode The Power of Supercommunicators with Charles Duhigg.

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Pulitzer Prize winner Charles Duhigg shares what he means by the term "supercommunicator" and what it takes to become one by unlocking the secret power of connection.

Here's what we cover in this episode:

(0:00) - Intro

(07:20) - The Goal of Communication

(09:12) - The Three Kinds of Conversations

(9:30) - The Matching Principle

(11:05) - Four Rules About Conversations

(28:30) - How to Make the Rules Basic Life Skills

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The harsh reality of leadership is that the more successful you are, the less accessible you become. Common dilemmas are deciding who gets your time, when they get it, and how much they get. In this episode from 2012, I discuss how to manage these tensions.

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Leaders not only have to give the gift of trust, but they must also give the gift of trustworthiness. In this REVERB episode, we dig into this idea from last week's episode The Importance of Trust in Leadership, and what this practically looks like in organizational life. 

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