A Life of Learning with Jim Herrington

Jim Herrington has been a steady voice on The Leader's Journey Podcast for years. In this episode, Trisha Taylor reflects with him on the long arc of his life, leadership, and learning as he steps into a slightly different role at The Leader's Journey. Together they explore the leadership principle that has shaped everything Jim does: leadership is all about learning. From early experiences of trauma and racism, to systems thinking, reflection, and the ongoing work of emotional and spiritual maturity, this conversation offers a deeper look at the experiences that formed Jim's perspective and continue to shape his work today. Conversation Overview

• Leadership is all about learning
• Learning shaped by pain, experience, and reflection
• Seeing yourself, your system, and your role within it
• Defining yourself and staying connected under pressure
• The long work of systems change and emotional maturity
• Encouragement and wisdom for the next generation of leaders

Resources and References Mentioned

• The Fifth Discipline by Peter Senge
• Murray Bowen Family Systems Theory
• The Divine Conspiracy by Dallas Willard
• Union Baptist Association