The H2 Leadership Podcast

Looming deadlines. Meetings. Zoom. Projects. Conflict. All of those things make us feel stress from time to time and when we're stressed it's harder to stay focused and accomplish more. On today's episode, Mark Batterson joins us on the podcast for a great talk about how to stress less and accomplish more. Maybe you're feeling the weight of the day on your shoulders this morning. If so, we want to encourage you to take 30 minutes and sit with this talk. You won't regret it. Be sure to check out Marks book Win the Day: Seven Daily Habits to Help You Stress Less and Accomplish More About Mark Mark Batterson is the lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, DC. One church in seven locations, NCC owns and operates Ebenezers Coffeehouse, The Miracle Theatre, and the DC Dream Center. Mark is the New York Times best-selling author of 17 books, including Whisper, God Speaks in Whispers (co-written with his daughter Summer), Double Blessing and Win the Day: Seven Daily Habits to Help You Stress Less and Accomplish More (Multnomah, 12/29/20). Mark and his wife, Lora, live on Capitol Hill with their children. Visit markbatterson.com for more information. Follow Mark Website Facebook Twitter Instagram  Take your next right step Gain more focus and productivity in 5 Days Practical leadership tweaks

On today's episode, Alan has a great conversation with Ian Morgan Cron. Ian is known as the Enneagram dude. He trains leaders all over the world. If you're at all familiar with the Enneagram then you're probably familiar with his book The Road Back To You. If you're looking for a great intro to the Enneagram then you need to check it out.  In this conversation we talk abut crisis, where we've come from, where we want to go, and some of the mistakes we could make along the way if we aren't careful. We love Ian and the work that he does and this conversation is full of practical information. If you enjoy this conversation, do us a favor and share it on social media or text it to a friend. About Ian Morgan Cron Ian Morgan Cron is a bestselling author, nationally recognized speaker, Enneagram teacher, trained psychotherapist, Dove Award-winning songwriter, and Episcopal priest. His books include the novel Chasing Francis and the spiritual memoir Jesus, My Father, the CIA, and Me. Ian draws on an array of disciplines--from psychology to the arts, Christian spirituality and theology--to help people enter more deeply into conversation with God and the mystery of their own lives. He and his wife, Anne, live in Nashville, Tennessee. Connect with Ian For more information, please visit www.ianmorgancron.com. For Speaking: World Citizen Media Phone: 615.568.2404 Email: info@worldcitizen.media Social Media: @IanMorganCron Take your next right step Join the 5 Days to Focus jumpstart Practical leadership tweaks   Interested in enneagram training?

On today's episode, Alan has a phenominal conversation with power couple, Toni and Carey Nieuwhof. Toni shares about her book Before You Split: Find What You Really Want for the Future of Your Marriage.that releases TODAY! Toni and Carey also have a great discussion about their marriage journey, battle with depression, burnout, and how they have cultivated a strong and healthy marriage.  We challenge you to listen to this individually and collectively with your spouse or significant other. Leadership is hard and so is marriage. The Nieuwhof's offer some very practical thoughts that can be applied to help you navigate your own relationships. About Toni and Carey Nieuwhof Toni Nieuwhof is an author, speaker and family law mediator, and has spent decades of her professional life practicing law and combining her professional careers of pharmacist and lawyer in leadership roles for hospitals. Her most challenging and rewarding work as a lawyer involved advising and representing people going through the journey of divorce. In her roles as mediator and lawyer, she is a steadfast voice for the well-being of the children involved. Toni co-founded and co-hosts the Smart Family Podcast to help people 'love being home'. Toni and her husband, Carey Nieuwhof started a highly influential church in the same rural community where they raised their two sons and continue to reside. They love exploring the wild outdoors anywhere, but especially in their locale north of Barrie, Ontario. Carey Nieuwhof is a former lawyer and founding pastor of Connexus Church. He's the author of several best-selling books, including his latest, Didn't See It Coming: Overcoming the Seven Greatest Challenges That No One Expects But Everyone Experiences which has spent months at #1 on Amazon in Christian leadership. He holds degrees in law, theology and history. Carey speaks to leaders around the world about leadership, change and personal growth. He writes one of today's most widely read Christian leadership blogs at www.CareyNieuwhof.com and hosts the top-rated Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast where he interviews some of today's best leaders. His podcasts and blogs are accessed by millions of leaders each year. Carey's previous books include Lasting Impact: 7 Powerful Conversations That Will Help Your Church Grow, Leading Change Without Losing It and Parenting Beyond Your Capacity, co-authored with Reggie Joiner. He is passionate about helping people thrive in life and leadership, both personally and in leadership. He and his wife Toni live north of Toronto, Ontario and have two grown sons. In his spare time, you'll catch him barbecuing on his Big Green Egg, cycling or boating. Connect with Toni and Carey Toni: Twitter and Instagram @ToniNieuwhof Carey: Twitter & Facebook: @cnieuwhof | Instagram: @careynieuwhof Take your next right step Practical Leadership tweaks delivered to your inbox Join the FREE Five Day Jumpstart to get productive and gain momentum

Have you lost wonder? As you look to the year ahead what excites you?  On today's episode, Alan sits down with world-renowned speaker, storyteller and illusionist, Harris III for a very rich conversation about his book, The Wonder Switch, and how to move beyond the story you feel stuck in and into the life you want to live. About Harris III Harris began his career at a young age, traveling the world as an award-winning, professional illusionist. He has performed for and spoken live to more than two million people in more than 30 countries on five continents. His performances have been televised to millions more on the Travel Channel and ABC Family. After traveling the globe and making a million dollars by the age of 21, only to go bankrupt a year later, Harris kick-started a decade-long journey to understand the stories we tell ourselves and how they drive all human behavior. Armed with a unique perspective, his career re-exploded as a world-renowned speaker, storyteller and entrepreneur. He is the creator of Transformation Theory and author of the bestselling book, The Wonder Switch. Tapping into his background as a professional magician and understanding the intersection of storytelling and wonder, Harris developed a structured process that can dramatically change a team’s culture, or rapidly accelerate an individual’s transformation, from the story they feel stuck in, to the life they want to live. Follow Harris III Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Podcast Book: The Wonder Switch Jumpstart your 2021 Join the Five Days To Focus Bootcamp for FREE Practical leadership tips

It's 2021 and that means a new year full of new opportunities and challenges awaits. Yes, there will be challenges this year, too.  So, as you begin your trek hopefully you've spent some time thinking through what you want to do this year in the form of goals, to-do's, hopes, and dreams. But what about the things you shouldn't do?  On this first episode of 2021, Alan walks through several paradigms you need to consider as you start 2021 that will help you gain clarity and momentum as you begin the trek. On the journey with you, friends! Take your next right step Explore Coaching Practical Leadership delivered to your inbox

What a year it's been! We have had so many rich conversations this year which made it incredibly difficult to pick our favorite episodes.  If you're just joining us, be sure and back up one episode and listen to part one of this series and then jump back to this episode- you won't be disappointed.  So, for the LAST time in 2020, enjoy today's episode where Alan and our podcast producer Jonathan Collier share part two of their most recent favorite episodes.  From all of us at Stay Forth Designs, we hope you have a wonderfully blessed, safe, and happy new year!  

What a year! Wherever you are. Whatever you have navigated. You made it. Celebrate it, pause and reflect on 2020's experiences as you plan for 2021. On part 1 of our 2020 highlight series join Alan and Jonathan as they reflect on their 5 favorite episodes, share their favorite clips and how they hope to grow in 2021.  There are some serious wisdom bombs in this episode that are very timely as 2020 is coming to a close. 

Merry Christmas Eve! From everyone at Stay Forth Designs we hope you are finding time to slow down, rest, and enjoy time with those you care about. On today's episode, Alan sits down with influencer and leader, Gabby Odom for a great conversation about young leaders and what they need from us in this season. Gabby brings a ton of wisdom into this conversation. About Gabby Gabrielle Odom is a GenZer, currently living in Texas but Minnesota born and raised. She is a bible teacher and evangelist who is passionate about reaching all people with the hope of Jesus through the teaching of the Word of God. Follow Gabby, Twitter Instagram Take your next right step  Explore Caching Practical leadership tweaks

On behalf of the Right-Side Up Podcast and everyone at Stay Forth Designs, we want to say THANK YOU for tracking along with us this year and for allowing us to accompany on your journey through 2020.  On today's episode, Alan sits down with Mike McDonald with The Bible Project for a great discussion about growth, how to pursue growth without falling into unhealth in the process.   More about The Bible Project: BibleProject is a nonprofit ed-tech organization and animation studio that produces 100% free Bible videos, podcasts, blogs, classes, and educational Bible resources to help make the biblical story accessible to everyone,everywhere Their Bible resources help people experience the Bible in a way that is approachable, engaging, and transformative. We do this by showcasing the literary art of the Scriptures and tracing the themes found in them from beginning to end. Rather than taking the stance of a specific tradition or denomination, they create materials to elevate the Bible for all people and draw our eyes to its unified message. Take your next right step Explore Coaching    

If you want a clearer picture of where you want to go you need to zoom out and look back where you've been. Take notes. Look at what worked, what didn't work, what do you need to keep doing, and what needs to change in order for you to get where you want to go.  On today's episode, Alan Briggs and Brad Lomenick compare notes on how they grew this year, what leaders are saying about the year and give some interesting predictions on where we're heading. Brad Lomenick has one of the best vantage points on kingdom leaders than anyone we know. Once you listen to this episode, go back and check out episode 46 for another practical conversation with Brad.  Follow Brad   Follow Brad  www.bradlomenick.com  www.catalystleader.com Read Brad's book H3 Leadership  Take your next right step Explore Coaching Increase productivity with the Right Side Up Journal