The best leaders do three things; steward opportunities, overcome obstalces and seize outcomes. This requires different thinking and different actions. During this episode Alan shares how to move from opportunities to obstacles to outcomes and three personal stories from his leadership. Make sure to bring a journal to this one for notes and to answer the questions   Increase your focus and productivity with Magic Mind.  https://magicmind.com/products/magic-mind-productivity-shots?selling_plan=858325126 Use code Briggs at checkout for a 20% discount.  Purchase a Right Side Up Journal: https://www.rightsideupjournal.com Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @stayforthld  

Dive into a candid conversation about the trials and triumphs of launching a new edition of a popular leadership tool. Discover how to navigate the unpredictable journey of project management and the critical insights that come with it. The hosts share their innovative approach to strategic journaling and reveal the exciting technological enhancements designed to elevate the user experience. With a focus on personal growth and practical strategies, this discussion encourages everyone to embrace journaling as a powerful leadership development tool.

In this episode Alan sits down with creative professional and author Todd Henry. Todd has inspired and coached creative teams for years on how to "live well" together on their teams. Todd shares why he moved on from good things and why change requires bravery. About Todd Todd Henry teaches leaders and organizations how to establish practices that lead to everyday brilliance. He is the author of seven books (The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, Louder Than Words, Herding Tigers, The Motivation Code, Daily Creative, The Brave Habit) which have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and he speaks and consults across dozens of industries on creativity, leadership, and passion for work. With more than fifteen million downloads, his podcast offers weekly tips for how to stay prolific, brilliant, and healthy. Website: www.toddhenry.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B004IRLB9K/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=10bcf995-1341-49fc-8905-0cb687232735 Podcasts: https://www.toddhenry.com/podcasts/  

On this episode, Alan interviews marketer turned entrepreneur turned Investor…but still mostly a marketer, Ryan Deiss. They talk about his new book Get Scalable: The Operating System Your Business Needs To Run and Scale Without You, and how to grow and scale all while adding sustainable value.   About Ryan Ryan Deiss is a best selling author, founder of multiple companies collectively employing hundreds around the globe, and one of the most dynamic speakers on marketing in the United States today. Ryan is the founder and CEO of DigitalMarketer.com and Founder and Managing Partner of RivalBrands.com and plattr.com. Ryan is the creator of the “Customer Value Optimization” methodology and have introduced and popularized many of the digital selling strategies that modern companies now take for granted. Ryan is also the founder and host of the Traffic & Conversion Summit, the largest digital marketing conversion conference in North America. Connect with Ryan Website: https://www.ryandeiss.com    

In this episode Alan interviews repeat podcast guest Jordan Raynor about his journey as and entrepreneur and digs into the lies behind our work. You will reevaluate your view of your work in this episode... which is much needed right now. Make sure to hang on for the lightning round at the end!   About Jordan Jordan Raynor is a serial entrepreneur and national bestselling author of Called to Create, Master of One, and Redeeming Your Time. He serves as the executive chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech startup that has built the world’s largest library of 360° experiences of hotels, restaurants, and attractions. He has twice been selected as a Google Fellow and served in the White House under President George W. Bush. He has spoken at Harvard University, SXSW, and many other events around the world. A sixth-generation Floridian, Jordan lives in Tampa with his wife and their three young daughters.   Resources mentioned The Sacredness of Secular work https://www.amazon.com/Sacredness-Secular-Work-Matters-Eternity/dp/0593193091   Register for the Effective Leaders Cohort: https://effective.stayforthcoaching.com

In this episode Alan asks serial entrepreneur Henry Kaestner about his business journey and how he started a movement of God-honoring entrepreneurs across the world. Expect to be challenged and inspired in this one! If you are an entrepreneur make sure to check out the Faith Driven Entrepreneur book or their groups across the country   About Henry Kaestner Henry Kaestner co-founded the Faith Driven Entrepreneur and Faith Driven Investor ministries, and has been a catalyst behind both movements. He and his team seek to serve faith driven entrepreneurs, investors, funds, partners, and advisors through content, community, and connections. Henry is also a Co-Founder and Partner at Sovereign’s Capital, a private equity and venture capital management company that invests in faith driven entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia and the U.S. from its offices in Silicon Valley, Durham, Nashville, Chattanooga, Atlanta, and Jakarta, Indonesia. Prior to co-founding Sovereign’s Capital, Henry was Co-founder and previous CEO, and then Chairman, of Bandwidth (NASDAQ:BAND) and its sister company, Republic Wireless (which spun out of Bandwidth in 2016). Together the companies have grown from $0 to more than $600 million in revenue. The founding values of Bandwidth are: Faith, Family, Work and Fitness (in that order). Prior to co-founding Bandwidth.com with David Morken, Henry founded Chapel Hill Brokers (a predecessor to ICAP Energy), an institutional energy derivatives broker that became the top ranked electricity broker in the country. Henry has been involved in a number of other ministries and philanthropic activities. He co-founded DurhamCares, was a founding Board Member of Praxis, and sits on a variety of business and ministry boards including Valley Christian Schools where his 3 boys attend. Go Warriors! Henry is a member of the broader Church in the Bay Area, attends Venture Christian Church in Los Gatos, CA and serves as an elder in the Presbyterian Church of America. Henry lives in Los Gatos with his wife Kimberley and their three sons. Connect with Henry LinkedIn Twitter Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast

It's that time of year where we close out the podcast with a highlight of our favorite moments from our favorite interviews this year. In part 2 of this series Alan and Jonathan share the next 5 of their favorite moments.  We hope you enjoy these clips, and as you rest over the holidays take time to listen to one, or all of the episodes mentioned.    Episodes Mentioned.  342: Jimmy Rollins https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-9u7w7-136994d 343: B.J. Thompson https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-6byfa-1373b86 344: Alyson Caffrey https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-d4s7j-137def9 350: Melissa Hughes https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-3gu46-13bb1b3 381: Faith Eury Cho https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-wffg6-14ebbdf    

It's that time of year where we close out the podcast with a highlight of our favorite moments from our favorite interviews this year. In part 1 of this two part series Alan and Jonathan share 5 of their favorite moments.  We hope you enjoy these clips, and as you rest over the holidays take time to listen to one, or all of the episodes mentioned.    Episodes Mentioned.  379: With Erwin McManus. https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-mw9ap-14c9a4a 382: With Hal Elrod. https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-wbypn-14f45a5 374: With Dr. Jamie Shapiro. https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-fkrmu-149d12a 376: With Dan Rockwell. https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-zw5gh-14afaef 367: with Gordon MacDonald. https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-jaixh-1455e91  

While each episode is valuable this one is solid wisdom! Alan not only shares obstacles and opportunities he sees for 2024; he also asked catalytic leaders from different fileds what they see for the coming year. He avoids toxic optimism or pessimism here to hold the tension between the two. This will help you gain clarity for 2024! Join us for the EFFECTIVE Leader Cohort starting in January About  Stay Forth We coach leaders to avoid burnout, live and lead with clarity, purpose and from a place of health. We want you to experience long term impact. Welcome to the Journey. Register for EFFECTIVE Leaders Cohort https://effective.stayforthcoaching.com Apply for Sabbatical Coaching Journey https://sabbatical.stayforthcoaching.com  

Explore how to transform your schedule for greater effectiveness and impact. Dive into reshaping your time to align with your personal values and professional duties. Discover practical reflection questions that can enhance your productivity and well-being. Uncover the surprising flexibility in your routine, unlocking new possibilities for success throughout the week.