Ep 22 - Unlocking Your Influence: The Art of Pursuing and Offering Guidance | The Whetstone

📜 Summary In this episode of The Whetstone, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague dive deep into the heart of mentorship — how to confidently step into the role of sharpening another man and how to invite others to sharpen you. Whether you’ve been in leadership for decades or you’re just beginning your journey, you’ll learn how to break through hesitation, build trust, and create relationships that transform lives. This is about more than advice — it’s about influence, legacy, and obedience to the calling God has placed on your life. ✅ Highlights ✅ How to identify when you’re ready to be a mentor ✅ Why you don’t need permission to start influencing others ✅ Practical steps to pursue a blade and initiate sharpening conversations ✅ Overcoming the “I’m not qualified” mindset ✅ Faith as the foundation for leadership and influence ✅ Lessons from real F3 Whetstone relationships 💬 Sound Bites 💬 “If you’ve lived it, you can lead it.” 💬 “You don’t have to wait to be asked — go first.” 💬 “Steel sharpens steel, but only when they make contact.” 💬 “Influence is about serving, not controlling.” ⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️ 00:00 – Opening banter & life updates ⏱️ 02:10 – The fear of not feeling qualified ⏱️ 06:45 – How to pursue a blade without awkwardness ⏱️ 12:30 – Shifting from advice-giving to sharpening ⏱️ 18:50 – The role of faith in lasting influence ⏱️ 25:40 – Legacy and multiplying leaders ⏱️ 29:15 – Final challenge: Unlock your influence today

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