Lead Culture with Jenni Catron

The last thing you need to be, as a leader, is scattered. Unfocused. Distracted. A simple practice can move you from feeling scattered to having clarity. Learn from this conversation between 4Sight Founder and CEO and author, writing coach and speaker Ally Fallon about how writing can make you a better leader. It's simpler than you might think.In this episode, you'll learn...why you should write for 20 minutes a daywhether or not you're the only one who experiences writer's blockhow to reckon with realityhow writing makes you a better leaderwhy putting pen to paper makes a differencewhy it's good to start smallhow to create space for writingAbout Ally:Allison Fallon is a bestselling author of The Power of Writing It Down and founder of Find Your Voice—a community that offers workshops, coaching, editing and support for anyone who wants to write a book (yes, even if you’re not a “real” writer). I’ve written and published 13 books and counting, coached hundreds of writers from total beginners to New York Times Bestselling authors, hosted workshops all over the country and world, and helped hundreds of thousands of people use writing as a tool for their own personal growth.Connect with Ally:WebsiteInstagramWe need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

The benefits of self-awareness are undeniable, especially for leaders. In their new devotional, Hearing God Speak, Eve Annunziato and Jackie Brewster explore the self-discovery to be found in the tool of the enneagram when it's viewed through the lens of the transformation the gospel provides.  Listen in to this conversation among old friends about the personal and organizational benefits of doing the work to understand ourselves and those we lead.Connect with  Eve AnnunziatoConnect with Jackie Brewsterhttps://enneagramwithjb.comWe need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

Often it's the perceived "soft skills" that fall to the bottom of the leadership development priority list, but if leadership is an act of love (and we believe it is), then leading with love is a critical skill to hone. In his newly updated and expanded version of his book Love Works, Joel Manby instructs readers on how loving leaders behave. And he shares some insights about just that in this conversation with Jenni Catron. Listen for practical application of one of the most widely known definitions of love and what it looks like to love while you lead.In this episode, you'll learn:why HOW you behave is as important as WHAT you dowhy love is a higher standard of leadershipwhich principle of loving leadership is the most difficulthow to balance "nice" and "true"how to define behavioral expectations and hold people accountable to themhow loving leadership affects employee engagementhttps://www.barna.com/research/leadership-crisis/Love Works: 7 Timeless Principles for Effective Leadersjoelmanby.comAbout Joel Manby:As CEO of major corporations for over 25+ years and after his appearance on the reality tv show Undercover Boss, Joel Manby has learned a number of lessons through experience which he has summarized in his book Love Works. It details how to integrate “love the verb” into the leadership ethos and philosophy of any organization. This approach has been systematically proven to create:organizations with higher employee engagementlower turnovermore satisfied customersstronger profitsPrior to becoming an author, Manby was the President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director of SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, a $1.4 billion entertainment company with well-known brands such as SeaWorld Parks, Busch Gardens Parks and Discovery Cove. For over a decade, Manby served as the CEO of Herschend Enterprises, the largest family-owned theme park and entertainment company in the United States with popular brands such as the Harlem Globetrotters and Dolly Parton’s Dollywood theme park and dinner theaters.Before joining Herschend Enterprises, Manby spent 20 years in the auto industry in general management and marketing roles primarily in General Motors’ Saturn and Saab divisions. He served as CEO of Saab Automobile USA from 1996 to 2000, during which Saab experienced the best sales result in its 50+ year U.S. history. In addition, he was CEO of Amazon’s car selling partner, which was sold to CarsDirect.com in 2001.He is currently the non-executive Chairman of Orange, a non-profit organization dedicated to the development and distribution of student, youth, and next generation curriculum to over 9,000 churches in 40+ countries. It's a position he has held for over 20 years. We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

Extraordinary leaders harness both relational and spiritual aspects of who they are in order to better serve those they're entrusted to lead. In Part 4 of our special series "Becoming an Extraordinary Leader," 4Sight Coach Trey McKnight and 4Sight Founder and CEO workshop how the dimensions of heart, soul, mind, and strength play out in the real world when leading gets difficult.For more about becoming the rare and exceptional leader you're meant to be, check out our new course "The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership." The 4-part course will further unpack how to lead with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength. Ideal for emerging leaders seeking growth, staff development, or those in a new leadership role, this course is sure to encourage and challenge you and your team to become extraordinary leaders.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

When strategy and vision are combined with heart and soul, an extraordinary leader emerges. In Part 3 of our special series "Becoming an Extraordinary Leader," 4Sight Coach Trey McKnight turns the mic on Jenni Catron to discuss why it's imperative to lead with your mind and strength.For more about becoming the rare and exceptional leader you're meant to be, check out our new course "The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership." The 4-part course will further unpack how to lead with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength. Ideal for emerging leaders seeking growth, staff development, or those in a new leadership role, this course is sure to encourage and challenge you and your team to become extraordinary leaders.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

Extraordinary leaders harness both relational and spiritual aspects of who they are in order to better serve those they're entrusted to lead. In Part 2 of our special series "Becoming an Extraordinary Leader," 4Sight Coach Trey McKnight asks Jenni Catron to share why the dimensions of heart and soul matter so much in standout leadership.For more about becoming the rare and exceptional leader you're meant to be, check out our new course "The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership." The 4-part course will further unpack how to lead with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength. Ideal for emerging leaders seeking growth, staff development, or those in a new leadership role, this course is sure to encourage and challenge you and your team to become extraordinary leaders.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

No one seeks to become a one-dimensional leader. Because the calling to lead others is a sacred and weighty one, the responsibility to lead with a nuanced, intentional and holistic approach can feel daunting. The good news is the Bible has something to say about how to become the leader God created you to be. In the first part of our special series "Becoming an Extraordinary Leader," 4Sight Coach Trey McKnight turns the mic on Jenni Catron to ask for her insights on extraordinary leadership.For more about becoming the rare and exceptional leader you're meant to be, check out our new course "The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership." The 4-part course will further unpack how to lead with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength. Ideal for emerging leaders seeking growth, staff development, or those in a new leadership role, this course is sure to encourage and challenge you and your team to become extraordinary leaders.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

What is it that all leaders need, but many don't realize they need? What type of support or challenge is most helpful in which seasons of the leadership journey? Listen in as Jenni Catron, Founder and CEO of the 4Sight Group, and Julie Pierce, the newest Coach to join the 4Sight team discuss these ideas and guide you toward meeting these crucial needs in your own leadership.In this episode, you'll learn:the circles you need to complete as a leaderwho to keep an eye on at sporting eventsthe difference between coaching and counselinghow to give those you lead the gift of beliefAbout Julie Pierce:Julie has one big dream: to empower leaders to change the world. She does this by developing leaders through one-on-one coaching, consulting with teams, and communicating with groups. She is excited to partner with The 4Sight Group to help make this dream a reality!  After receiving her communications degree from Texas A&M University, she led communications and marketing efforts for Insight for Living, Prestonwood Baptist Church, and Nokia Mobile Phones. For almost a decade, she served pastors and teams at Irving Bible Church as Directional Leader to Women, leader of the Communications team, and as an Executive Team member.  Later on, she was invited to serve as Director of Leadership Development for Valley Creek Church where she led, taught, and launched their Follow leadership conference, staff leadership development efforts, LeaderStep leadership classes, and Valley Creek Leadership Academy (a nine month gap year program for young adults).  After all this leadership fun, Julie’s favorite roles continue to be wife and mom. She has been married to her college sweetheart, Brian, for over 23 years. She has two teenage boys and a labrador who keep her on her toes and expect her to pack plenty of snacks.Follow Julie on InstagramWe need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

Often, in the busyness of our day-to-day, we can lose sight of the calling on each of us to live abundant lives--extraordinary lives. In this conversation between Jenni Catron and author, speaker, entrepreneur, and business owner Jeff Reeter, you'll hear frank and encouraging thoughts about how to keep moving forward toward extraordinary in your leadership journey.In this episode, you'll learn...how to pursue extraordinary self-leadershipthe role faith can play in our identity as a leaderhow to be realistically optimisticwhy you should aim for significance, not successAbout Jeff Reeter:Author, speaker, businessman, Baylor University Regent, former advisor to Dr. Ben Carson, and Deacon of Second Baptist Houston, Jeff Reeter pursues life by design as an entrepreneur and strategist and shares his hard-fought wisdom to lead yourself well.  Jeff manages more than $6 Billion in assets for his clients every day. As a partner with Northwestern Mutual for decades, he is relied upon for building strategies that generate wealth. And he does the exact same for readers who want to build a life rich with intentionality and significance in his new book Do Life Differently: A Strategic Path Toward Extraordinary.With his faith being one of the pillars of his success, Jeff seeks to serve, love, care, matter, make a difference and be a catalyst in the life of another person. We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

As leaders, it's often up to us to prioritize objectives for our team, to articulate what matters most and guide those we lead to focus their energy toward it. So, why does it also seem that the relationships that matter most to us don't always receive our focused energy? In this episode, Jenni Catron and author (and former divorce attorney) Toni Nieuwhof discuss ways to prioritize our closest relationships and the benefits of doing so. It's the thematic content of Nieuwhof's new book Before You Split, a valuable resource for leaders who want to pursue healthy relationships.In this episode, you'll learn...the value of emotional health and maturityhow to respond to difficult emotionswhy trying to "fix" your marriage isn't necessarily the best approachways to reconnect and grow with your spouseBefore You Split: Find What You Really Want for the Future of Your Marriagetoninieuwhof.comsmartfamilypodcast.comFollow Toni on InstagramWe need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!