
Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast
The Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast offers personal, practical coaching lessons that take the mystery out of leadership. In each episode of the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast, Craig brings you empowering insights and easy-to-understand takeaways you can use to lead yourself and lead your team. You’ll learn effective ways to grow as a leader, optimize your time, develop your team, and structure your organization.
Latest episodes

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Oct 19, 2023 • 52min
Leadership Lessons From a Black Belt | Rener Gracie
Rener Gracie, jiu-jitsu and leadership expert, shares principles of jiu-jitsu applied to leadership and personal growth, the qualities of a u-focused and systematic leader, the importance of systems in leadership, transforming frustration into innovation, and effective leadership and selling with passion.

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Oct 5, 2023 • 41min
Taking Risks as a Leader | Jennie Allen
Jennie Allen, a leader who guides her team forward and leads with confidence even when taking big risks, discusses the significance of waiting seasons for leaders, the journey of realizing potential as a leader, the importance of celebrating and supporting women in leadership roles within the church, leading with vulnerability and building community, building meaningful connections as a leader, and how to build deep community and combat loneliness.

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Sep 20, 2023 • 39min
Be a Leader Worth Trusting | Dr. Henry Cloud
Dr. Henry Cloud, a psychologist and author, joins the podcast to discuss the key elements of trust in the workplace. They explore the importance of trust in organizations, building trust through selflessness and empathy, and the significance of leaders emphasizing personal growth.

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Sep 7, 2023 • 24min
4 Questions to Jump-Start Your Momentum
Learn how to revive energy and drive in your leadership by answering four key questions. Explore the challenges of growth, the importance of simplicity, and the need for the right leaders to create momentum. Discover how changing resource allocation can generate better results.

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Aug 17, 2023 • 41min
Cynt Marshall on Being the First Black Female CEO in the NBA
Cynt Marshall, the first Black female CEO in the NBA, discusses the importance of representation in leadership and creating a diverse pipeline. She highlights the need to empower others based on competence, rather than gender or race. Marshall shares her journey of becoming CEO and transforming the culture of the Dallas Mavericks.

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Aug 3, 2023 • 26min
The 4 Factors That Fuel Momentum
Creating momentum is like launching a rocket. You’ll use a disproportionate amount of energy to get off the ground, but once you overcome gravity, you can maintain your momentum with minimal effort. Today, Craig shares the four factors that fuel momentum. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/the-4-factors-that-fuel-momentum/

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Jul 6, 2023 • 38min
Becoming Strategically Unreasonable
Unusual times demand unusual leadership. Luckily, you aren’t a usual leader. You’re driven, passionate, and willing to be unreasonable. Today, Craig shares why we need “Strategic Unreasonableness” in leadership and gives three ways to think unreasonably. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/becoming-strategically-unreasonable/

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Jun 15, 2023 • 46min
Albert Tate: The Art of Vulnerable Communication
People may admire your strengths, but they’ll connect with your weaknesses. In today’s episode, bestselling author and speaker Albert Tate shares how authentic, vulnerable communication can be the superpower that makes you a more compelling leader. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/albert-tate-the-art-of-vulnerable-communication/

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Jun 1, 2023 • 1h 1min
Mastering John Maxwell's Laws of Communication
According to John Maxwell, communication is “the most important skill.” So if you want to grow in your leadership, grow in your communication. In this episode, John shares his best insights on communication for writers, leaders, and public speakers. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/mastering-john-maxwells-laws-of-communication/

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May 18, 2023 • 58min
Jon Gordon: The Power of Positive Leadership
Your leadership moves in the direction of your strongest thoughts. Unfortunately, it's easy to focus on the negatives and head in the wrong direction. Today, best-selling author Jon Gordon dives into the science of optimism and positivity in leadership. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/jon-gordon-the-power-of-positive-leadership/