
H3 Leadership with Brad Lomenick
Curating the best of what leaders need to know.
The best leaders stay in-the-know. In H3 Leadership, author, conference producer and strategic connector, Brad Lomenick, brings you the best tips and trends in leadership. Learn the latest on who you should follow, books you should read, articles that will help you grow, voices that will inspire you, organizations you should link with and events you should attend to—all to help you become a better leader.
Brad Lomenick is the longtime leader of Catalyst Conference and author of The Catalyst Leader and H3 Leadership.
Latest episodes

Jan 31, 2024 • 46min
192 | Helping Men Win in Faith, Fatherhood and Work with Kinsmen Journal Founder Peter Ostapko + 10 Faith and Work Resources
Our guest is Peter Ostapko, founder of the Kinsmen community and publisher of the Kinsmen Journal, a one of a kind resource for men on Faith, Fatherhood, and Work. Peter is also the host of the Faith Fatherhood Work Podcast. We discuss community, why books and print journals are here to stay, loneliness and isolation, discovering your purpose, and more. Plus, check out the list of 10 Organizations providing great resources in the faith and work conversation. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: GENEROUS COFFEE – visit http://generouscoffee.com. You are going to drink coffee anyways, so why not make it life changing coffee? Generous is a specialty coffee roaster who donates 100% of profits to non-profits focused on fighting human injustice. Whether a church, business, or event looking to order coffee in bulk, or simply ordering for your home visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3isgenerous for 10% off your entire order. You can also email the Generous team at info@generousmovement.com to partner. Again, visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3isgenerous for 10% off your entire order. And GENERIS - Get your FREE Generosity Pulse Report at http://generis.com/h3. A FREE tool designed to provide insights and assess the health of generosity and giving in your Church. Generis will help accelerate generosity in your church, school, college or non-profit. For over 30 years Generis has helped thousands of churches and non profits develop a sustainable culture of generosity to fund their God-inspired vision. Get started at http://generis.com/h3 to schedule a completely free Pulse Report and set up a complimentary 30-minute coaching session. Again, visit http://generis.com/h3 to get started.

Jan 24, 2024 • 23min
191 | Top Leadership Trends for 2024 + 5 Things from the Internet
We're listing out the Top Trends in Leadership for 2024, with an explanation around each. Use this with your team as a catalyst for conversation around what trends they're seeing. Plus, check out the latest 5 Things from the Internet List. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: GENEROUS COFFEE – visit http://generouscoffee.com. You are going to drink coffee anyways, so why not make it life changing coffee? Generous is a specialty coffee roaster who donates 100% of profits to non-profits focused on fighting human injustice. Whether a church, business, or event looking to order coffee in bulk, or simply ordering for your home visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3isgenerous for 10% off your entire order. You can also email the Generous team at info@generousmovement.com to partner. Again, visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3isgenerous for 10% off your entire order. And GENERIS - Get your FREE Generosity Pulse Report at http://generis.com/h3. A FREE tool designed to provide insights and assess the health of generosity and giving in your Church. Generis will help accelerate generosity in your church, school, college or non-profit. For over 30 years Generis has helped thousands of churches and non profits develop a sustainable culture of generosity to fund their God-inspired vision. Get started at http://generis.com/h3 to schedule a completely free Pulse Report and set up a complimentary 30-minute coaching session. Again, visit http://generis.com/h3 to get started.

Jan 16, 2024 • 47min
190 | Former Fighter Pilot, Top Gun, and Best-Selling Author Ed Rush + 5 Things from the Internet
Our guest is Ed Rush, former F-18 fighter pilot, graduate of Top Gun, decorated instructor and popular speaker, and best-selling author of multiple books including his latest entitled God Talks. We discuss his story, leading at a young age in the military, lessons in leadership, talking with God, bridging faith and work, Top Gun, and much more. Plus check out the latest 5 Things from the Internet List. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: GENEROUS COFFEE – visit http://generouscoffee.com. You are going to drink coffee anyways, so why not make it life changing coffee? Generous is a specialty coffee roaster who donates 100% of profits to non-profits focused on fighting human injustice. Whether a church, business, or event looking to order coffee in bulk, or simply ordering for your home visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3isgenerous for 10% off your entire order. You can also email the Generous team at info@generousmovement.com to partner. Again, visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3isgenerous for 10% off your entire order. And CONVOY OF HOPE – donate to the Maui Wildfires Relief work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is the trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. Along with earthquake victims in Morocco. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

Jan 10, 2024 • 53min
189 | 15 Podcasts for 2024 + Hal Elrod, Best-Selling Author of The Miracle Morning
Our guest is Hal Elrod, best-selling author of The Miracle Morning, which has sold more than 3 million copies worldwide. Hal has an incredible story and inspires millions through his writing, Achieve Your Goals Podcast, speaking and coaching. We discuss his story, the power of overcoming adversity, keys to the Miracle Morning, his advice to leaders, and more. Plus check out the list of 15 Podcasts I recommend you subscribe to starting off 2024. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: GENEROUS COFFEE – visit http://generouscoffee.com. You are going to drink coffee anyways, so why not make it life changing coffee? Generous is a specialty coffee roaster who donates 100% of profits to non-profits focused on fighting human injustice. Whether a church, business, or event looking to order coffee in bulk, or simply ordering for your home visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3isgenerous for 10% off your entire order. You can also email the Generous team at info@generousmovement.com to partner. Again, visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3isgenerous for 10% off your entire order. And CONVOY OF HOPE – donate to the Maui Wildfires Relief work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is the trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. Along with earthquake victims in Morocco. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

Jan 3, 2024 • 38min
188 | Lead Well in 2024 with Gabe Lyons + 15 Newsletters to Subscribe To
Our guest is Gabe Lyons, Founder of Thinq Media, best-selling author, speaker and podcaster. Gabe and the team at Thinq are launching an exclusive 2024 Church Partner Community that you can join to help navigate cultural issues this year. We discuss the current realities, how to engage culture, leading as a Pastor or thought leader today, how to join the community, and more. Plus check out the list of 15 Newsletters I recommend you subscribe to starting off 2024. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: GENEROUS COFFEE – visit http://generouscoffee.com. You are going to drink coffee anyways, so why not make it life changing coffee? Generous is a specialty coffee roaster who donates 100% of profits to non-profits focused on fighting human injustice. Whether a church, business, or event looking to order coffee in bulk, or simply ordering for your home visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3isgenerous for 10% off your entire order. You can also email the Generous team at info@generousmovement.com to partner. Again, visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3isgenerous for 10% off your entire order. And THINQ MEDIA – become a Church Partner at https://events.thinqmedia.com/church-partner. Gabe Lyons and team at Thinq are launching a special Church Partner Community for 2024. You’ll be able to attend premier events, receive monthly coaching on polarizing issues, build like-minded community, and leverage a custom resource platform to help people develop cultural discernment, You can also join a special conversation with Gabe and featured guest Os Guinness on January 23 at 10:00 a.m. CST. You don’t have to lead alone in 2024. Check out THINQ’s Church Partner Community at https://events.thinqmedia.com/church-partner. Join with other pastors to confidently navigate the difficult questions and issues together.

Dec 27, 2023 • 46min
H3 187 | Beyond High Performance with Jason Jaggard and Joseph Barkley from Novus Global + 5 Things from the Internet
Our guests are Jason Jaggard and Joseph Barkley from Novus Global. Jason is founder and CEO of Novus Global and author of Beyond High Performance. Joseph is president of the Meta Performance Institute, former Lead Pastor, and current executive coach, speaker and podcast host. Novus Global is one of the world's leading executive coaching firms. We discuss beyond high performance, coaching vs consulting, why everyone needs a coach, what leaders need most, and much more. Plus check out the latest 5 Things from the Internet List. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: WINSHAPE TEAMS – the WinShape Teams experience will grow you as a leader and help you build purpose-driven culture and find deeper cohesion within your team. Visit http://winshapeteams.org/h3 to get started. Game changing retreats, transformative coaching and insightful content. Enter to Win a FREE Leadership Retreat exclusively for H3 listeners. Register to win at http://winshapeteams.org/h3. And get the FREE ebook on Blind Spots. Team and leadership guidance at every level from WinShape Teams at http://winshapeteams.org/h3.

Dec 20, 2023 • 24min
186 | 15 Organizations Worth a Year End Gift + End of Year Podcast Review and Top Ten Leadership List
It's the End of the Year Podcast Review Episode! Plus, check out the 15 Organizations I recommend for a Year End Donation. We review the best episodes, lessons, books, articles and more from the past year. And please check out my list of organizations I recommend for a year end donation. Be generous and partner with them to make an impact. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: KINSMEN JOURNAL – Kinsmen Journal is a one-of-a-kind publication, content hub, and community for men at http://kinsmenjournal.com. Centered on Faith, Fatherhood, and Work, Kinsmen is a leading voice in the conversation surrounding spiritual formation and marketplace integration for men. Visit http://kinsmenjournal.com. Check out the FREE weekly newsletter as well as the FREE podcast on Faith, Fatherhood and Work with publisher and founder Peter Ostapko. Again, visit http://kinsmenjournal.com to subscribe for FREE to the weekly newsletter and access the incredible content and community. And WINSHAPE TEAMS – the WinShape Teams experience will grow you as a leader and help you build purpose-driven culture and find deeper cohesion within your team. Visit http://winshapeteams.org/h3 to get started. Game changing retreats, transformative coaching and insightful content. Enter to Win a FREE Leadership Retreat exclusively for H3 listeners. Register to win at http://winshapeteams.org/h3. And get the FREE leadership ebook on Blind Spots. Team and leadership guidance at every level from WinShape Teams at http://winshapeteams.org/h3.

Dec 13, 2023 • 35min
185 | Charity: Water Founder and CEO Scott Harrison + 5 Things from the Internet
Our guest is Scott Harrison, founder and CEO of Charity: Water. Charity: Water is one of the most innovative and impactful charities in the world. Scott is also the NYT best-selling author of Thirst and a powerful speaker and storyteller. We discuss fundraising, the latest on water innovation, The Well and The Spring, how to best help Charity: Water end of year, and more. Plus check out the latest 5 Things from the Internet List. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: WINSHAPE TEAMS – the WinShape Teams experience will grow you as a leader and help you build purpose-driven culture and find deeper cohesion within your team. Visit http://winshapeteams.org/h3 to get started. Game changing retreats, transformative coaching and insightful content. Enter to Win a FREE Leadership Retreat exclusively for H3 listeners. Register to win at http://winshapeteams.org/h3. Team and leadership guidance at every level from WinShape Teams at http://winshapeteams.org/h3. And the CAREY NIEUWHOF BURNOUT INDICATOR - looking back at 2023, has the year gone as you planned? It might be time for a new approach. Carey Nieuwhof has a free burnout assessment that will help you identify the warning signs of burnout in your life and leadership. Visit http://burnoutindicator.com. It’s completely free and just takes a few minutes to complete. Again, take the Free Burnout Assessment Indicator from Carey Nieuwhof at http://burnoutindicator.com.

Dec 6, 2023 • 44min
184 | November Top Ten Leadership List + Rusty Chadwick, Director of WinShape Teams and co-author of Team Work
Our guest is Rusty Chadwick, director of WinShape Teams and co-author of the book Team Work. Rusty has been part of the team at WinShape for 13 years, and spent several years in Colorado in the guest ranch industry at Lost Valley Ranch and Vista Verde Ranch. We discuss teamwork today, discovering your calling, what makes a great team, how leaders can thrive, and much more. Plus check out the November Top Ten Leadership List. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: KINSMEN JOURNAL – Kinsmen Journal is a one of a kind publication, content hub, and community for men at http://kinsmenjournal.com. Centered on Faith, Fatherhood, and Work, Kinsmen is a leading voice in the conversation surrounding spiritual formation and marketplace integration for men. Visit http://kinsmenjournal.com. Check out the FREE weekly newsletter as well as the FREE podcast on Faith, Fatherhood and Work with publisher and founder Peter Ostapko. Again, visit http://kinsmenjournal.com to subscribe for FREE to the weekly newsletter and access the incredible content and community. And WINSHAPE TEAMS – the WinShape Teams experience will grow you as a leader and help you build purpose-driven culture and find deeper cohesion within your team. Visit http://winshapeteams.org/h3 to get started. Game changing retreats, transformative coaching and insightful content. Enter to Win a FREE Leadership Retreat exclusively for H3 listeners. Register to win at http://winshapeteams.org/h3. Team and leadership guidance at every level from WinShape Teams at http://winshapeteams.org/h3.

Nov 29, 2023 • 36min
183 | Win at Home and at Work with Executive Coach Cory Carlson + My College Football Playoff Predictor and 5 Things from the Internet
Former corporate executive turned executive coach Cory Carlson joins Brad Lomenick to discuss winning at home and at work, leadership advice, book recommendations, and more. They also delve into topics like challenging limiting beliefs, finding purpose, and the importance of investing in relationships. Check out the church innovation and leadership resources, coaching options, and promotions mentioned throughout the episode.