Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast

In this rebroadcasted episode from 2015, Joel Thomas and I discuss why openhanded leadership is about modeling and creating culture. One of the most difficult places to maintain openhanded leadership is when key employees make the decision to leave the organization. Leaders must prioritize the person over the organization. Joel Thomas returned to North Point Ministries in Sept. 2021 as Lead Pastor of Buckhead Church, a role he continues to serve in. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this REVERB episode, dig deeper into last week’s podcast episode on The Foundation of Exceptional Leadership. These conversations are designed to help leaders go even further, faster. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I discuss why exceptional leadership starts with leading the person in the mirror. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3QFQDWF Here's what we cover in this episode: There is a way to be successful in both building your character and organization. Self-leadership is the key to sustained influence. Self-leadership is the key to sustained performance. How to lead yourself first: Align your actions to your values. Three decisions to help leaders improve their self-leadership. Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering an exclusive resource called Power of Productivity. In this resource, you will learn how to refocus and implement efficient strategies so you can get back to what you do best. Get your free resource today. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn to confront challenges and maintain trust when things don't go as expected in this episode from 2016 with Andy's mentor, Charlie Renfroe. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this REVERB episode, dig deeper into last week’s podcast episode on Evolving Your Leadership Competencies with David Roberts. These conversations are designed to help leaders go even further, faster. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, David Roberts and I discuss how successful leaders develop personal habits to ensure they continuously grow and evolve their leadership competencies. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3PAyrMp Here's what we cover in this episode: Looking to your past to establish principles “Borrowing” from your mentors Moving beyond your comfort zone Increasing clarity Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering an exclusive resource called Power of Productivity. In this resource, you will learn how to refocus and implement efficient strategies so you can get back to what you do best. Get your free resource today. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2012, I discussed why successful leaders always seek to understand the "why" behind the "what" and that it is essential for leaders to be learners. The only way to learn is to ask questions. There are six questions that are still relevant and important for organizations to ask today. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2016, I discussed why a fundamental mandate for every leader is to continually challenge the status quo. In 2023, it is equally essential.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this REVERB episode, dig deeper into last week’s podcast episode celebrating 15 years of the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast. These conversations are designed to help leaders go even further, faster. Thank you to this month's REVERB sponsor, A Book in a Weekend with Tim Elmore and Sangram Vajre. If you think you've got a book in you, visit https://www.abookinaweekend.com/ for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode, join me and longtime host Lane Jones as we revisit some of the standout moments from episodes over the past 15 years and dive deeper into the insights they offer. Listen to the episodes mentioned: Six Questions Every Leader Must Ask: https://bit.ly/47Xuiuj Challenging the Process: https://bit.ly/3sBOeCW The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know with Adam Grant: https://bit.ly/44BDYYO From Strength to Strength with Arthur Brooks: https://bit.ly/3PlynBr ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this inaugural episode of our latest show format REVERB—a conversation that digs deeper into each month's topic—I share my thoughts on last week's podcast Mastering Communication with John Maxwell. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John Maxwell and I discuss why communication is the most important skill a leader can develop. If you want to improve your leadership, you have to improve your communication. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/45sw84H Here's what we cover in this episode: The Law of Connecting The Law of Simplicity The Law of Results ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You cannot be a leader worth following without integrity. Join Andy Stanley in a conversation from July 2012 as he discusses how to build integrity and the importance of maintaining it. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/46NInKg ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artificial intelligence is increasingly impacting our lives and businesses. In this episode, Garrett Stanley joins me to discuss how leaders can leverage its benefits sooner than later. Here's what we cover: How AI Can Improve Decision-Making Tweaking and Perfecting AI's Output Risks and Challenges of AI "Future-Proofing” Our Careers Download the application guide: andystanley.com/podcast Special thanks to Marketwake for sponsoring this month's episode. Whether you need help with paid media, SEO, social media, branded content, or website design and development, Marketwake balances data and creativity to help you drive revenue for your business. Visit marketwake.com to learn more. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally aired in 2014, Andy explores how your leadership can last beyond your lifetime. Visit andystanley.com/podcast to download the application guide. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Holly Goddard and I discuss why intuition is a valuable asset for leaders, enabling them to make decisions in situations where information may be limited. Leaders should learn to trust and lean into their intuition while also balancing it with data and analysis to make well-rounded decisions. Here's what we cover: Understanding Intuition vs. Instinct Leveraging Intuition as a Leader Making Intuition Actionable Visit andystanley.com/podcast to download the application guide. Our sponsor BELAY is offering an exclusive leadership tool kit. In this tool kit, you will learn the steps every leader needs to take to accomplish more and juggle less. Text ANDY to 55123 for your free tool kit. Message and data rates may apply. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official Twitter: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode from 2015, Andy explores a question that every great leader should ask. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/44e9kFE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your skills, strengths, and abilities will change with age. Arthur Brooks and I discuss how to create a plan now for a happy and successful future. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3V06kc1 Our sponsor BELAY is offering an exclusive leadership tool kit. In this tool kit, you will learn the steps every leader needs to take to accomplish more and juggle less. Text ANDY to 55123 for your free tool kit. Message and data rates may apply.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast from 2015, I explore the dangerous desire for autonomy. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3m0mYLCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Angela Ahrendts and I discuss why moral leaders—those who are authentically open and embrace the fact that everything is personal—have the most impact on employees. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3Jv3TJg Our sponsor BELAY is offering an exclusive leadership tool kit. In this tool kit, you will learn the steps every leader needs to take to accomplish more and juggle less. Text ANDY to 55123 for your free tool kit. Message and data rates may apply. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether we like them or not, we all have habits. Join me in a conversation from 2014 where I discuss creating habits that can change your organization for the better. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3Lb7kHdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Angela Ahrendts and I discuss why human energy singlehandedly has the power to unite and transform companies and communities. The process of harnessing this power begins with building trust, which then unlocks intuition, and ultimately establishes belief in the mission and products of the organization. These steps can help create an organization built to last, where people can thrive and achieve their full potential. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3EvCrt5See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Jon Acuff and I discuss how most people struggle with overthinking, but you can change overthinking from a super problem into a superpower. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3CTPdRqSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are a lot of parallels to parenting and leadership, specifically when it comes to wanting to get it right, and defining your “it” is the key to your success. Order your copy of Parenting: Getting It Right: https://bit.ly/3FNPQMY Exclusive access to Session 1 from our video study: https://bit.ly/3Werwuw Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3VjBzNRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy talks with Donald Miller about how to build a brand for your leadership using story in this episode from 2019. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3gmpR6DSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Organizational health comes from simple day-to-day disciplines. Join Patrick Lencioni and me as we continue our discussion on the four disciplines that create healthy organizations. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3GAIlLoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Great leaders know there is only so much one person can do in an organization, especially when it comes to vision casting. Join me and Jeff Henderson in a conversation from 2014 as we discuss the key to successfully moving organizational vision forward. Download the application guide: https://andystanley.com/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Organizational health is the greatest competitive advantage a company can achieve. So how do we get there? Join me and my friend Patrick Lencioni as we discuss the key to organizational health. Download the application guide: https://andystanley.com/podcast Our sponsor, BELAY, is offering a free download of their latest book, Lead Anyone From Anywhere. In the book, you will learn how to equip a hybrid workforce to be just as effective as – if not more than – a brick-and-mortar organization. Text ANDY to 55123 for your free copy. Message and data rates may apply. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are two words that should be an essential part of every leader’s vocabulary. Join me for a conversation from 2016 to find out what these words are and why they are so important.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On my latest podcast, John Maxwell and I discuss how you can extend kindness to those you disagree with and pursue unity for your community. Order Not in It to Win It here: https://bit.ly/3SPOd7f Our sponsor, BELAY, is offering a free download of their latest book, Lead Anyone From Anywhere. In the book, you will learn how to equip a hybrid workforce to be just as effective as – if not more than – a brick-and-mortar organization. Text ANDY to 55123 for your free copy. Message and data rates may apply.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bold leaders are focused, resourceful, and committed to what should be. Join me for a conversation from 2015 with long-time host, Lane Jones, as we discuss how leaders can discover what should be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No one enjoys failure, but what if there was a way to get a positive return on your failure? Join me as I sit down with New York Times bestselling author, John Maxwell, to discuss how to leverage success from failure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarifying the win means communicating to your team what really matters. In this From the Vault episode, join me for a conversation from 2013 where I discussed a principle that will help any organization grow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Great leaders learn to focus on only doing what only they can do. Join long-time host Lane Jones and me as we talk about the benefits of—and the roadblocks to—focused leadership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Defining a clear picture of your preferred future is a key part of successful leadership, but it’s just as important to stay focused on the present. In 2012, I discussed how to address this challenge most leaders face. In 2022, this is just as important.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join me and longtime host Lane Jones as we discuss the importance of maintaining personal integrity in the context of leadership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2017, Clay Scroggins and I discussed how anyone could leverage their influence, even when they lacked authority. In 2022, this conversation is just as important.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2017, Clay Scroggins and I discussed how anyone could leverage their influence, even when they lacked authority. In 2022, this conversation is just as important. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world is changing and leadership is changing with it. In this episode, Clay Scroggins and I discuss why we must adapt our leadership practices if we want to keep up. Our sponsor, BELAY, is offering a free download of their latest book, Delegate to Elevate. In the book, you will learn how to stop diluting your efforts by trusting your team with more responsibility. This will empower you to courageously focus on your strengths and delegate your weaknesses—developing your future leaders in the process. Just text the word ANDY to 55123 for your free copy today. In no time, you’ll be back to doing what only you can do—growing your organization. Message and data rates may apply.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2017, I discussed why a certain amount of tension is necessary for a healthy organization. Leaders must learn to recognize the difference between “conflicts that need to be resolved” versus “tensions that need to be managed.” In 2022, this is still just as important.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Great leaders care more about making a difference than making a point. In a culture more polarized than ever, it is possible, and important, to lead from the messy middle where problems are actually solved. In this episode, my friend and long-time host, Lane Jones, and I discuss my latest book Not In It To Win It and the importance of leading from the middle. Get your copy of Not In It To Win It here. Our sponsor, BELAY, is offering a free download of their latest book, Delegate to Elevate. In the book, you will learn how to stop diluting your efforts by trusting your team with more responsibility. This will empower you to courageously focus on your strengths and delegate your weaknesses—developing your future leaders in the process. Just text the word ANDY to 55123 for your free copy today. In no time, you’ll be back to doing what only you can do—growing your organization. Message and data rates may apply.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally aired in 2018, I conclude my discussion about why successful leadership begins with self-leadership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an ever-changing world, it’s essential to ask questions, maintain an open mind, remain flexible, and be willing to reexamine our positions and decisions based on the new information we discover. Join me as I sit down with Adam Grant to discuss this concept and his recent book, Think Again. Our sponsor, BELAY, is offering a free download of their latest book, Delegate to Elevate. In the book, you will learn how to stop diluting your efforts by trusting your team with more responsibility. This will empower you to courageously focus on your strengths and delegate your weaknesses—developing your future leaders in the process. Just text the word ANDY to 55123 for your free copy today. In no time, you’ll be back to doing what only you can do—growing your organization.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join me as I discuss why successful leadership begins with self-leadership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the pandemic began, many people have felt a sense of emptiness and stagnation as a response. That feeling is called languishing, and it dulls our motivation, disrupts our ability to focus, and triples the odds that we’ll cut back on work. Join Adam Grant and me as we discuss how to stop languishing and start finding flow. Our sponsor, BELAY, is offering a free download of their latest book, Delegate to Elevate. In the book, you will learn how to stop diluting your efforts by trusting your team with more responsibility. This will empower you to courageously focus on your strengths and delegate your weaknesses—developing your future leaders in the process. Just text the word ANDY to 55123 for your free copy today. In no time, you’ll be back to doing what only you can do—growing your organization. Message and data rates may apply.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leaders who don’t listen will eventually be surrounded by people who have nothing to say. Back in 2015, Frank Blake and I discussed how to create an environment for honest feedback. In 2022, this is more important than ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Carol Tomé, CEO of UPS, and I discuss why a leader’s priority should be to invest in their team and the impact doing so can have.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everything changes when we picture our organization upside down, with the CEO bearing the weight at the bottom and pushing vision up through the organization to the customer. Back in September 2015, Frank Blake and I discussed how and why this approach creates vision that will stick. As we enter 2022, this approach is more relevant than ever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Carol Tomé, CEO of UPS, and I discuss how successful leaders align behaviors and values with their company's purpose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leadership is a constantly evolving practice; what worked yesterday might not work tomorrow. In this month's episode, Dr. Tim Elmore and I continue our discussion on how, in order to be a great leader, one must be willing to step up to the challenge of a “both/and” perspective rather than stepping back into the stifling familiarity of “either/or” practices. Our sponsor, BELAY, is offering a free download of their CEO’s latest book, Rise Up & Lead Well. In the book, Tricia Sciortino shares everything she’s learned in her journey from assistant to CEO about how to work successfully with an assistant. Just text the word ANDY to 55123 for your free copy today. In no time, you’ll be back to doing what only you can do—growing your organization. Message and data rates may apply.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.