Lead to Win with Jeff Little

In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with Todd and Julie Mullins of Christ Fellowship for a practical conversation on building healthy teams and shaping culture with intention. Todd and Julie share why culture cannot just be caught — it has to be taught. From clarifying expectations to communicating values often, they unpack how leaders can build teams people want to be par...

In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with Rich Wilkerson Jr. for a conversation on calling, resilience, and playing the long game in leadership. Rich shares why success isn’t the ultimate goal — lasting is. From processing pain to guarding your heart, this episode will help leaders reframe the story they’re telling themselves and stay faithful to what God has called them to...

In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with Tyron Caswell to talk about reaching the next generation, building a lasting student ministry, and creating environments where young people can encounter Jesus. Pastor Tyron shares pieces of his own story, the early days of Milestone Church, and practical wisdom for pastors and leaders who want to lead with vision, authenticity, and...

In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with Russell Evans, founder and global senior pastor of Planetshakers, for a powerful conversation on culture, honor, and raising up the next generation. Russell shares how great leaders build beyond themselves by creating a culture that releases people, honors every generation, and develops sons and daughters who carry the vision forwar...

In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with worship leader Betsy Caswell for a practical and honest conversation about worship, platform, character, and serving the local church. Together, they unpack why worship leadership is about more than talent, songs, or stage presence. It’s about purity of heart, alignment with vision, serving people well, and keeping Jesus at the cent...

In this episode, Pastor Jeff, Brandy, Caleb, and Hannah unpack one of the most important questions a parent must ask: Are you shaping their behavior… or their heart? Learn how to look beyond outward actions and understand what’s really going on beneath the surface. When you focus on the heart, you’re not just managing moments but shaping who your child becomes over time. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - The RV V...

The hardest room to lead is often your own home. In this conversation, we sit down with Pastor Jeff to share the tension every communicator feels when teaching on family: staying honest without dishonoring your story, offering hope without pretending you have a perfect formula, and resisting the pressure to turn principles into rigid methods people can copy and compare. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Welcome A...

In this powerful episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with leadership coach and pastor Coach Tom Mullins for a conversation on the one thing every leader must protect—integrity. Drawing from decades of experience developing leaders, Coach Tom shares the lessons that shape a lifetime of influence. From defining your legacy to calling out the champion in others, this episode is packe...

In this episode of the Lead to Win podcast, Jabin Chavez joins Pastor Jeff to talk about the real cost of leadership at the next level. From public success and private pressure to unmet expectations and pushback, this conversation gets honest about what happens when expansion exposes your internal health. New levels bring new devils. New influence brings new responsibility. And if you’re not healt...

What if the key to leading with clarity isn’t found in a strategy—but in stillness? In this powerful episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff sits down with Pastor Jim Lafoon to unpack one of the most important disciplines for any leader: learning to hear the voice of God. From real-life crisis moments to daily decisions, Jim shares how practicing quietness before the pressure comes prepares you to sta...

What if the thing holding your leadership back isn’t strategy… but your soul? In this episode, Pastor Jeff sits down with Pastor Steve Robinson to unpack Soul Leadership—how trauma and chronic stress reshape the brain, why leaders get triggered, and how healthy leaders build healthy teams. You’ll learn the difference between self-leadership and soul leadership, why unprocessed pain turns into unhe...

Honor isn’t outdated—it’s essential. In this episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with Earl McClellan to explore why honor is one of the most overlooked—and most powerful—forces in leadership today. They unpack how honor shapes culture, strengthens trust, and determines whether teams thrive or fracture under pressure. You’ll hear practical insights on leading with humility, honorin...

What an honor it was to sit down with Brooke Ligertwood at this year's Leaders Gathering.  In this conversation, she shares her personal story of encountering God through worship, why she believes worship is first and foremost for God’s glory, and how a life rooted in Scripture and prayer shapes everything we offer publicly. Together, Pastor Jeff & Brooke explore the partnership between p...

In this episode, Pastor Jeff Little and Pastor Mark Francey dive deep into the process behind every leader’s breakthrough—from the decades of formation you don’t see to the moments of obedience that unlock supernatural authority. Pastor Mark reveals why being sent is different than simply going , how leaders can minister to high-capacity people, and why rushing your calling can do more harm than g...

What does it really mean to win? Pastor Jeff sits down with Pastor Jacob Aranza to talk about hidden character, spiritual fathers, breaking generational patterns, walking through the loss of a child, and why true success means winning in faith, family, and legacy—not just on a financial or ministry scoreboard. TIMESTAMPS 4:50 - Redefining True Success 9:50 - The Five Containers Of Life 14:50 - Fro...

Every young person is searching for identity, belonging, and purpose—but they can’t find it alone. In this episode, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with Next Gen pastor Drew Nguyen to unpack what today’s students really need from the leaders who guide them.  TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Present, Not Perfect Parenting 3:28 - Setting The Next Gen Focus 4:41 - Scale With Heart: Youth Numbers 5:37 - A Youth Pastor’...

In this powerful episode of Lead to Win, Pastor Jeff Little sits down with leadership legend Dr. Sam Chand for an honest and deeply practical conversation about what real growth requires—and why so many leaders stall before they reach their potential. TIMESTAMPS 2:16 - Leadership is Who You Are 4:34 - Systems, Scale, and Honest Self-Assessment 8:46 - Hunger, Curiosity, and Capacity 11:55 - Imagina...

Jeff Little and Dino Rizzo reveal how a serving posture fuels real growth. Learn to start with what you have, partner wisely, “see the one,” and build a culture where compassion multiplies. It’s not about bigger buildings—it’s about a bigger heart. Use these practical plays with your team now! TIMESTAMPS 2:20 - Humble Beginnings and Early Ministry Stories 3:20 - A Burden for Single Moms Takes Shap...

Every leader wants a winning team—but few know how to build one. In this conversation, Jon Gordon and Jeff Little share the real ingredients behind high-trust, high-performing teams: consistency, clarity, and commitment. Discover why culture beats strategy, how to move from “goals” to “commitments,” and why helping others grow is the greatest growth strategy of all. TIMESTAMPS 3:02 - Why Teams Bea...

What does it take to build a championship team—on the field and in the church? Pastor Jeff sits down with Coach Tom Mullins to talk about the plays that never stop working: servant leadership, character, and culture. From football locker rooms to a thriving church of 30,000, Coach Tom shares the habits, values, and mindset that help leaders win where they’re at. You’ll walk away challenged to serv...

You can’t parent a teenager the same way you parent a toddler. Yet many parents never change gears — and they pay for it later. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and his two oldest kids talk about recognizing the signs, making the shift, and leading your kids with influence instead of control. You don't want to miss this honest and real conversation! TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Grounded Parents Over Trends...

30 years. 4 kids. Countless seasons. Through it all, Jeff and Brandy have discovered the plays that keep a marriage strong. From early church-planting days to parenting and now grandkids, they open up about the wins, struggles, and values that have carried them through. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - What God Blesses & Why 5:43 - Marriage is Your First Ministry 11:21 - Navigating Different Family Seasons 1...

In this episode of Lead to Win, Priscilla Shirer joins us to share the single habit that drives lasting success in leadership, family, and life. Far from complicated formulas or quick fixes, Priscilla breaks down practical ways to anchor yourself in what matters most—even when time is short and life feels chaotic. Whether you’re leading a team, raising kids, or chasing your next big goal, you’ll w...

What if the real barrier to your growth isn’t your situation—but your standards, character, or clarity? In this honest and practical episode, Jeff and Dharius talk about the internal adjustments leaders must make to truly win. From redefining success, to building competencies, to setting high standards and stewarding self-leadership, this episode is packed with the kind of wisdom that can shift yo...

When it comes to building a team, the people you choose determine more than just productivity—they shape the culture, carry the vision, and impact everyone around them. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Pastor Jed talk about the kind of teammates they value most: people who are humble, trustworthy, aligned with the mission, and committed to growing. You’ll hear real insights on what makes someone n...