GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges 90 | How to Lead Yourself Before You Lead Others - Chris Hodges
Jan 5, 2026
In this insightful conversation, Chris Hodges, a seasoned pastor and ministry leader, shares his wisdom on how to lead oneself effectively before guiding others. He emphasizes the importance of reflection and intentional planning as key to avoiding repetitive patterns in leadership. Chris discusses his annual 21 Days of Prayer, the benefits of fasting to reset priorities, and techniques for reviewing past performance. He advocates for setting clear, actionable goals across various life areas and encourages regular accountability and reflection to foster personal growth.
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Work On Your Life, Not Just In It
- Reflection gives clarity and planning gives traction, so schedule both before setting new goals.
- Work on your life and leadership, not only in it, by stepping back from daily operations to decide what matters most.
Collect Hard Data From Your Calendar
- Collect information about your year by reviewing your calendar and metrics to see where attention went.
- Spend hours slow-scrolling calendar entries and ask whether timing, meetings, or commitments served your priorities.
Review Photos To Reveal Priorities
- Review your camera roll to reveal where joy, attention, and emotional energy were spent during the year.
- Write eight to ten lessons from those pictures to capture emotional and practical takeaways.
