

AVAIL Podcast
The Art of Leadership
The AVAIL Podcast exists to connect innovators in ministry and business with the top leadership voices in our world. Get ready to be challenged, inspired, and encouraged as you prepare to reach the next level of your leadership journey. www.theartofleadership.com
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Mar 7, 2023 • 40min
Episode 135: People Over Product with Dave Gibbons
In this episode, Dave Gibbons calls all leaders to be the confluence at the junction of cultural and church polarization by living in one accord with God. We learn the key to innovation is not to keep our eyes on the prize, but on God’s image bearers.

Feb 28, 2023 • 42min
Episode 134: Jesus, The Father of Revolution with Brent McCorkle
In this episode, we learn from Brent McCorkle, the director of the upcoming film Jesus Revolution, about how failure is not optional for exceptional leadership (but essential), how life’s storms fertilize the terrain of a leader’s heart to shepherd the hearts of those being led, and how your art is only as good as the love you lay bare to others.

Feb 21, 2023 • 39min
Episode 133: Vetoing Violence Doesn’t Happen in a Vacuum with Dr. Roger A. Mitchell Jr.
In this episode, Dr. Roger A. Mitchell shares the roots behind his zeal for violence prevention, God’s intention to use your profession to expand the boundaries of your reach, the church’s responsibility to mitigate risk factors of violence, and how we are called to take a page out of John the Baptist’s book and prepare the way for others to flourish!

Feb 14, 2023 • 41min
Episode 132: Slay the Giant of Deception with Strategy with Adam F. Jones
In this episode, we claim victory over the weapons formed against us with Adam F. Jones. Adam’s new book, Weapons of Mass Deception, arms us to deny access to enemy assaults, come out from hiding and mend our fractured identities, and repair the damage done to our fissured hearts. The enemy will crack your vessel, but with a fierce counterattack, it doesn’t have to leak.

Feb 7, 2023 • 40min
Episode 131: Make Today Your Masterpiece with Bob Fashano
In this episode, we welcome Bob Fashano to the AVAIL podcast to discuss the heart behind his new book Make Today Your Masterpiece! In this episode, Bob teaches us that leaders create masterpieces through deliberate day-to-day decisions, that your purpose is accomplished when you help others achieve theirs first, and that gratitude is an essential ingredient for designing YOUR masterpiece—not later, but today!

Jan 31, 2023 • 40min
Episode 130: Leading a Nonprofit: Redefining Meaningful Work with Tracy Trimblett
In this episode, Tracy Trimblett delivers her insights on the multifaceted differences between corporate and nonprofit landscapes, such as departing from the linear culture of the corporate world and adopting the nonlinear culture of the nonprofit world, common misconceptions about the value placed on organizational excellence in nonprofits, and managing tension and burnout through vulnerability–– and God’s amazing grace!

Jan 24, 2023 • 46min
Episode 129: Engage with the Inevitable: Chaos in Leadership with Sam Chand
In this episode, we sit down with Sam Chand to discuss chaos as a prerequisite for effective leadership, why leaders should pursue chaos and not run from it, the six questions all leaders of chaos should be asking, how to hold partners accountable in leading with character and valor amid chaos, and why pushback against leaders of chaos is an opportunity, not an obstacle!

Jan 17, 2023 • 46min
Episode 128: A New World, A New Way to Lead with Adam Mesa
In this episode, Adam Mesa shares his story of growth in pastoral entrepreneurship, innovative approaches to engaging younger generations amid unique cultural challenges, how to master the art of tailored marketing with Kingdom purpose, and the importance of partnerships between the church and business communities. The current cultural climate is an asset for the church—not a hindrance!

Jan 10, 2023 • 40min
Episode 127: Daniel Floyd on Big Faith Moves
In this episode, Daniel Floyd shares with us about the importance of entrepreneurship post-COVID, what wise faith moves and catalytic moments look like, and the weight that rests on the pastors making those decisions. Be encouraged—you’re not alone in your leadership role!

Jan 3, 2023 • 37min
Episode 126: Ken Claytor on Intentional Diversity
In this episode, Ken Claytor discusses his book, As It Is in Heaven, as well as his journey with Alive Church and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Diversity is possible, but it takes intentionality and seeing humanity as God does—as one race!