11 Ten Leadership

In this special podcast episode, we're featuring content from our collaboration with the Denver Institute for Faith & Work as a part of our 20203 Just Leadership Lab series. Abby Worland, the VP of Finance and Operations at Denver Institute, interviews David and Rob, delving deeply into the four qualities of a just leader and analyzing 4 practical business scenarios to demonstrate how these qu...

David and Rob discuss a recent Wall Street Journal article that explores methods for improving conversations and enhancing communication skills to become better leaders and build organizational cultures of authentic connection. "How to Be a Supercommunicator" (WSJ): https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/how-to-become-a-supercommunicator-4d97dd5d

David and Rob delve into an insightful piece from the Harvard Business Review unpacking the neuroscience of trust and exploring actionable strategies for leaders to cultivate employee engagement. The Neuroscience of Trust by Paul J. Zak (https://hbr.org/2017/01/the-neuroscience-of-trust) Thrive Assessment (Sample): https://11tenleadership.com/thrive-assessment/

David and Rob react to a fascinating study done by Myers Briggs on conflict at work, including how much time it wastes-- 800 million hours?!? They also unpack how leaders can better handle conflict on their teams and give practical advice for what leaders should stop doing and start doing today that will transform your team. New Research: Time Spent on Workplace Conflict Has Doubled Since 2008: ht...

David and Rob discuss the issue of underperformance on your team, how to discern whether you've got the right people on the bus, and what makes this topic so challenging (but not impossible!) to accurately diagnose in the post-COVID landscape.

David and Rob discuss why margin matters so much in leadership, practical tools for leaders who know they need it but don't know where to start, and how fighting to build margin is essential on the path to being a just leader.

David & Rob unpack the reasons for writing a book on justice specifically for business leaders and highlight stories they've experienced seeing leaders wrestle with what it really looks like to be just at work.

David and Rob celebrate the launch of David's new book with a special 30th episode interview from the The Just Leader Book Launch event. The Just Leader: Thriving In a Fractured World - now available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Just-Leader-Thriving-Fractured-World-ebook/dp/B0CPMTXGMB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2KHSXVXRLDBX7&keywords=the+just+leader+spickard&qid=1706561156&s=books&sprefi...

David and Rob host a special Q&A episode, answering questions shared by attendees from the recent launch event for David's book, The Just Leader: Thriving in a Fractured World. Available on Amazon on February 6th: https://www.amazon.com/Just-Leader-Thriving-Fractured-World-ebook/dp/B0CPMTXGMB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2KHSXVXRLDBX7&keywords=the+just+leader+spickard&qid=1706561156&s=books&amp...

David & Rob differentiate what makes a goal "just", unpack a framework for creating just goals, and give examples of companies who've modeled this well.

Rob puts David on the hot seat in the first inaugural game on the 11 Ten Leadership podcast, as they discuss the biggest challenges around setting goals for your business, the categories every leader must consider as you set your goals for the year, and why it's never too late to start the process.

David and Rob discuss why having a personal mission statement is essential for leaders, how leaders can go about identifying their core values, and practical tips on how to use them to guide your leadership journey.

David and Rob kick off the New Year with a new series around the pursuit of wholeness by unpacking the importance of knowing "why" your organization exists, the difference between profit-centric vs people-centric and how to integrate your why into everything we do--in our work and beyond.

David and Rob discuss the fraught relationship between leaders and rest, why rest is key to all work, and provide practical tips for creating a rest plan for your leadership.

David and Rob discuss the qualities of a just company, the importance of integrating just principles into all aspects of your culture, and why it's never too late to join the journey.

David and Rob discuss what it looks like to be just at home, how culture has shaped the way we see our families, and how our families can serve as a powerful example of the upside down values of kingdom community.

David and Rob discuss the concept of lament, the barriers that make this difficult for leaders, and the 3 steps we can use as a framework for responding to the brokenness in our world.

David and Rob break down the 5 key factors of emotional intelligence, the role EQ plays in leadership, and how EQ relates to being just.

David and Rob discuss the world of philanthropy, where giving goes wrong, and how to think about being just in our generosity as leaders.

David and Rob discuss the current landscape surrounding Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts, where they can get derailed, and how we can be just in how we think about our personal and professional relationships. Learn more about Resilient Ventures: https://resilientventures.org/

David and Rob discuss the all important topic of money, how it can be both blessing and burden, and God's countercultural roadmap to economic freedom for all.

David and Rob discuss the all important topic of success: how the world defines it, how scripture transforms it, and ultimately how we make the shift from success as winning to success as flourishing--for others and for ourselves.

On this special crossover episode, David shares at the annual Business for the Common Good conference hosted by Denver Institute for Faith & Work. To learn more about Denver Institute, visit their website at https://denverinstitute.org/ or check out the resources below: Denver Faith & Work Podcast Leadership That Makes the City Rejoice (Episode Transcript) The Mural That Lit the Match: A Q...

David and Rob discuss the intent of the Just Leadership Assessment, how best to use it (and not use it) as a tool on your justice journey. Stay updated on The Just Leader: Thriving in a Fractured World: https://11tenleadership.com/book/ Take the Just Leadership Assessment: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/justleadershipassessment Subscribe to the 11 Ten Leadership monthly Newsletter: https://11tenle...

David and Rob discuss what it looks like for leaders to take action in pursuit of justice that's unpopular, disruptive, and slow. Subscribe to the 11 Ten Leadership monthly Newsletter: https://11tenleadership.com/newsletter/ Interesting in joining the launch team for The Just Leader? Email info@11tenleadership.com