Some of my Best Work with Eric Hoke

Episode Takeaways: Fly Fishing as Spiritual Practice Fly fishing became a deeply spiritual practice for Tim, offering healing, rhythm, stillness, and connection to the divine. The flow state it brings is similar to long drives without music or waiting on a surfboard—moments where the mind slows and the soul speaks. It’s not about catching fish but about slowing down, being present, and finding cla...

Takeaways from today’s episode: Leadership & Ministry Relational capital is essential: Trust must be built before meaningful change can occur in any organization. Identity must be rooted in Christ: Healthy pastors don't derive their identity from their performance or congregation. Embrace adaptive leadership: Leaders must discern whether challenges are technical (clear solutions) or adaptive (requ...

Takeaways on how to change industries: Networking (80% of effort): Spend 8 out of 10 weekly hours networking by connecting with industry professionals through coffee meetings, mutual connections, or local organizations like the Chamber of Commerce, PMI, or SHRM. Personal connections significantly increase the chances of getting interviews and job offers. Reskilling (10% of effort): Dedicate 1 hour...

Takeaways: Question 1: How can I network without being awkward? * Provide value first: Instead of asking for a job outright, offer something valuable, such as a free service or a coffee meeting that you pay for to build a connection. Give, then ask. * Find common ground: Use warm introductions through mutual connections (e.g., via LinkedIn) to make networking less cold and more comfortable. * Be c...

Key Takeaways from today’s episode: * Calling Through Crisis: * After years in ministry, Anthony found himself disillusioned with the performance-driven model of the church. The pandemic triggered a personal and professional re-evaluation that led him to leave traditional ministry. * From Stage to Studio: * With a background in music production (as part of AC & Brady, with millions of streams), An...

Key Takeaways from today’s episode: * Friendship and Adult Connection: We reflect on our deep friendship, how it has grown, and the intentionality required to maintain meaningful relationships as adults, particularly among men. Macho shares his background as a loner and how adulthood has allowed him to build lasting friendships. * Life Transitions and Calling: Macho discusses his and his family's...

Today’s Special Edition of “Your Best Work: The Podcast” is audio from Covo Con with Dr. Kevin Middleton and Covocational Ministry in the Black Church. Here are some practical takeaways. * Blend Marketplace and Ministry Skills * Pursue practical, marketable skills alongside ministry training. This dual approach provides financial stability and resilience, as seen during crises like COVID, and refl...

Section 1: Using AI in Job Seeking: I answer the question of a listener struggling to choose a job, get callbacks, pivot industries, and ask how to use AI effectively. * Treat AI as a Career Guide: Input your resume, skills, and interests into AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT or Grok) to get tailored job suggestions or rewrites. Ask questions like, “What jobs suit my skills?” or “How should I rewrite my re...

Today’s Special Edition of “Your Best Work: The Podcast” is audio from Covo Con with Keith Roseboro on Job Interview Tips. Here are some practical takeaways. Practical Takeaways * Identify and Translate Transferable Skills * Reflect on ministry experiences to pinpoint skills like leadership (managing volunteers), public speaking (delivering sermons), and counseling. Reframe these on your resume wi...

Part 1: Why I Left Twitter After 100 days off Twitter, I reflected on why I decided to step away: * I was tired of the persona. I realized I was developing an inauthentic, one-dimensional version of myself on social media. People liked "Twitter Eric," not the whole me. That wasn’t the legacy I wanted to leave behind. * The negativity wore me down. Trolls, haters, and anonymous accounts became exha...

Big Ideas & Key Takeaways from the Podcast "Where Will Our Next Pastor Come From?" * The Future of Pastoral Leadership Is Uncertain * There's a growing clergy shortage, with more pastors over 65 than under 40. * Churches are struggling to fill pulpits, requiring a reevaluation of leadership development. * New Leadership Models Are Emerging * Younger leaders are resistant to traditional CEO-style p...

Here are the main takeaways from Episode 5 of Your Best Work Podcast : Here are the main takeaways from **Episode 5** of *Your Best Work Podcast* hosted by Eric Hoke: 1. Different Motivations: - Pastors/ministry leaders tend to be people-driven. - Business leaders tend to be outcome-driven. 2. Hiring Approaches: - Ministry leaders often rely on intuition, choosing people they like—those who are ch...

Today’s Special Edition of “Your Best Work: The Podcast” features audio from Covo Con with Jon Rush. We discuss the next generation of leaders, side hustles, and embracing your weirdness in ministry. * Co-Vocational Ministry is Financially and Spiritually Sustainable – Jon Rush embraced co-vocational ministry after realizing that relying solely on a church salary wasn’t financially viable for his...

Asking for a Raise When It’s Not Raise Season This question was asked by someone who’s taken on extra work after a team member’s departure and wants to request a raise without seeming ungrateful: * Frame It as Contribution: Approach your boss with a solution, not a complaint. “I’ve handled Ken’s tasks for six months—could we nest their roles into my job description permanently?” * Extend Value, No...

Today’s Special Edition of “Your Best Work: The Podcast” is audio from Covo Con with Dr. Eun Strawser as we talk Shared Leadership. Here are some practical takeaways. * Shared Leadership is Essential – Ministry was never meant to be done alone. Eun Strasser emphasizes the importance of decentralizing leadership and empowering others to take ownership in the church. * Co-Vocational vs. Bi-Vocationa...

Today’s episode of “Your Best Work: The Podcast” I am fielding your questions regarding how to stand out as a content creator and and creative ways to fund your church plant. Here is the highlights: How to Stand Out as a Content Creator If you want to write a book and build an audience, these strategies can help: * Find Your Niche: There are "riches in niches." Be very specific about who you're tr...

Highlights & Practical Takeaways from the How to Detox without Deconstructing: Main Themes: * Detox Without Deconstruction: * The conversation focuses on how pastors can transition out of ministry (or into a new phase of ministry) without losing their faith. * Detoxing from unhealthy aspects of ministry is different from fully deconstructing and abandoning faith. * Identity & Vocation: * Many past...

Thank you so much for everyone who listened to and supported my debut podcasts last week ( and for your feedback on making the audio better, I asked for a podcast mic for my birthday) : Today’s episode is your questions answered, and here were the questions I was asked and aimed to answer: How do you ensure you don’t feel at your side hustle? * Failure is likely in early stages; expect to pivot ra...

Today’s episode of “Your Best Work: The Podcast” I am fielding your questions regarding side hustles and how to find a mentor. Question 1: What kind of Side Hustle should I do? * Avoid generic side hustles (Uber Eats, barista jobs) and instead, leverage existing skills from your full-time job. * Identify what comes naturally to you and what people are already willing to pay for. * Example: If you’...