The H2 Leadership Podcast

Everyone has an idea they're passionate about that they want to reach as many eyes, ears, and hearts as possible. But what do you do when you have a message that you can't afford not to share, but at the same time, you can't afford to go broke telling it? On today's episode, Alan and Jonathan have a conversation about what it takes to get a message in front of as many people as possible while being good stewards with the resources you have at your disposal. They also share how they accidentally started High Touch Marketing to help businesses, non-profits, and ministries invest in practical marketing in a meaningful way.  Whether you're a business leader, church leader, or non-profit leader, you'll find great information that will help you add more reach to your idea and connect with more people in your context.  Connect with Alan and Jonathan High Touch Marketing Jonathan Alan Marketing Monthly

We are more jacked up than we could ever dare to admit but we're also more loved than we could ever imagine. Both of these things are true at the same time and that's where we should live. On today's episode, Alan and David have a great discussion on the topic of identity and David unpacks 5 identity lies every leader faces at some point in their journey.  We need to be self-aware of these lies and continually come back to them and assess where we're finding our identity.  What's the one thing in your life that you have to have in order to feel fulfillment? 

Many businesses and organizations are implementing remote work policies in response to the Coronavirus and for many, working from home is a new experience full of challenges.  On today's episode, Alan and Jonathan Collier, the creative producer at Stay Forth Designs, have a very practical conversation about what it's like to work on a remote team and how to navigate the challenges that come with remote work as many people find themselves working remotely. They address several challenges associated with remote work and offer practical tips and tools that anyone working from home can use to become more disciplined and focused during this season We created a free resource to help you make the most while you navigate working from home.  Download it here: www.rightsideupleader.com 

On Today's episode, we have Part 2 of our amazing conversation with Dean Williams who is the Executive Director of Corrections for the state of Colorado. In part 2, Dean the problem with the current system that is not bringing dignity humanity and redemption to those who have been behind bars. He talks about the tensions that come leading in this situation, and how to lead with justice and mercy.  Dean also shares some of the reforms that are being instituted and how art, music, and the local church are making a positive impact.  If you know someone that has been impacted by incarceration please share this with them.  If you have a heart for prison reform and want more information on how you can get involved, send us an email to hello@stayforth.com  

There's something about a leader who has the ability to change the hearts of skeptical people even in the heardest situations.  On Today's episode, Alan sits down with Dean Williams, who is the Executive Director of Corrections for the state of Colorado. Dean has spent 35 years in the justice and public safety sector. He led Alaska's unified correctional system that includes small community jails, large prisons, probation, parole, and a pre-trial enforcement division. I was hired to make extensive reforms within the prison system and initiated major changes to improve safety. Dean also led new efforts to reduce the high recidivism rate in Alaska. Dean has extensive experience in juvenile corrections as well and initiated reform efforts to curb the school to the prison pipeline issue. Dean recently took over the Colorado Department of Corrections and is deeply honored to now serve the good people of Colorado.  Dean has a tough job, from stewarding a 1 billion dollar budget to overseeing over 6,000 employees and 20,000 men and women who are in the custody of the Dept. Of Corrections.  In part 1 of our two-part series dean shares his approach to leadership and how he is bringing form, and as a faith leader how he is sowing seeds of hope and redemption within the prison system. Dean discusses normalization efforts being implemented within the prison system and why this shift is so important.    Connect with Dean LinkedIn With(in) Podcast Episode 1

Every leader has someone that they can invest in. Likewise, every leader needs to be invested in. You can't water a garden with an empty watering can. On today's episode, we have a great conversation with Dillon Smith who has been crowned our youngest guest ever. Dillon may be a young leader, but he delivers quite a few wisdom bombs as he and Alan discuss the importance of mentorship. Dillon Smith is the content manager for leadership expert Carey Nieuwhof. Dillon is passionate about challenging other young leaders to set themselves apart through mentorship, networking, and becoming coachable. He also wants to help the already established generation of leaders better understand and lead this new wave of young leaders. Whether you're a young leader or a seasoned leader, we want to encourage you to take the time to consume this episode.  Connect with Dillon www.dillonsmith.com careynieuwhof.com

Questions are powerful. The way we ask questions and the way we answer questions can have a major impact on those around us especially when it comes to questions surrounding our faith.  On today's episode, we have a great conversation with Craig Springer, executive director of Alpha USA, about questions that move people. His book How To Follow Jesus. How Alpha's approach to evangelism and discipleship is spreading like wildfire, and how the church can be more effective at building relationships with those that don't know Jesus. Craig has a strong personal history with Alpha from his time at non-denominational megachurches and most recently, Cherry Hills Community Church where he was an Executive and Teaching Pastor. He and his wife Sarah, were also church planters in Prague, Czech Republic. Craig has a deep passion for the local church and a broad personal church background including Vineyard churches, evangelical Presbyterian churches, and international church planting. As a result, he views Alpha as a vital tool for all churches. He is a husband to Sarah and father to two children, Isaiah and Isabelle. They enjoy spending time as a family hiking and skiing in the mountains of Colorado (and let’s be honest; plenty of grocery shopping and suburb hopping too). They love to party, play and dig into the everyday challenges of life together.  Connect with Craig Alpha How To Follow Jesus    

On today's episode, Alan sits down with is brother J.R for a great conversation about the power of questions and why it is important for leaders to not only ask good questions but the right questions.  J.R. Briggs possesses four passions: Following Jesus, equipping and investing in hungry kingdom leaders, growing fruit on other people’s trees and to collaborating with others to create good kingdom mischief. In short, his calling is to partner with people who are called to follow Jesus while leading others. He received a Masters of Missional Theology from Biblical Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Missio Seminary, writing his dissertation on how to equip kingdom leaders to ask better questions. He also serves as an adjunct professor of practical theology at Missio Seminary and guest instructor at Friends University in the Masters of Arts in Spiritual Formation program. He has guest lectured, taught and spoken at over a dozen colleges, universities, and seminaries in the U.S. He also serves as the Director of Leadership & Congregational Formation for The Ecclesia Network as well as the Mid-Atlantic Coordinator and National Trainer for Fresh Expressions U.S. He is the author, co-author and/or contributor of ten books and Bible studies (and well as a contributor for a not-yet-released study Bible) on a wide variety of topics, most of which seek to equip faith leaders for their health, equipping and flourishing. He has also published articles in publications including Christianity Today, Huffington Post, Preaching Today, American Bible Society, N.T. Wright Online, Missio Alliance, Relevant Magazine, Outreach Magazine and Faith & Leadership, among others (see full list here). Using his four passions, his Big Dream is to fully fund the Bible college tuitions for 100 pastors and missionaries for persecuted Christians who lead and serve in places hostile to the Gospel. That’s why he launched the Hall of Tyrannus Initiative in 2019. He serves on the board of Jerusalem University College, an academic institution which offers short-term study programs, semester study abroad opportunities and a Masters of Arts program right on Mt. Zion. He is also the co-host of the Monday Morning Pastor podcast. Connect with J.R. Hall of Tyrannus Initiative Kairos Partnerships Books Twitter: @Jr_briggs

There are times when what we do for the mission of God becomes how we fellowship and pursue God personally. It's very easy to become information-rich and experientially poor. On today's episode, Alan sits down with pastor and author Robert Gelinas for a very rich discussion about what it means to be discipled by Jesus, and how to keep your performance in ministry from defining your relationship with God.  Robert Gelinas is a pastor who deeply desires for people to experience God's unfathomable love and presence. He leads Colorado Community Church, a multi-cultural, inter-denominational mission of 3000+ practicing Christians committed to washing the feet of the city. He holds a BA in Biblical Studies and an MA in Missiology. Robert and his wife, Barbara live with their six children in the Denver area. Connect with Robert www.robertrgelinas.com Books

What do you need to eliminate from your life? What 'hurry' exists in your life and leadership exists that needs to be eliminated?  On today's episode, Alan sits down with Alan and Gem Fadling for a great discussion on what it means to live an unhurried life.  Alan serves as a frequent speaker and consultant with local churches, national organizations and leaders internationally. His content is approachable, usable and transferable. He shows leaders how to get perspective so their leadership flows from a full soul and out of healthy rhythms of rest and work. A trained Spiritual Director, Alan is author of An Unhurried Life,  An Unhurried Leader, and Inhaling Grace. Gem is a trained Spiritual Director who enjoys serving as a guide, with the intention of helping people encounter God in their very real lives. Always seeking transformation over mere information, Gem shares from her heart and her own relationship with God. In addition to retreat speaking and facilitating, Gem has co-authored (along with Alan) a book for Intervarsity Press entitled, What Does Your Soul Love? Eight Questions That Reveal God's Work in You (IVP 2019). This is a crucial episode, and the questions asked during this conversation are ones we recommend you wrestle with. Really listen to this one, slow down, and un-hurry because there is leadership gold here.  Connect with Alan and Gem: www.unhurriedliving.com Instagram: @alanfadling, @gemfadling, @unhurriedliving