The Few - A Podcast for Faith Empowered Workplace Leaders

Send a text Bill and Ed continue their three-part series dealing with fear in the workplace and church. Today's focus is on developing a culture that minimizes fear for the people you lead. During this time of crisis, many people are afraid. There are things you as a leader can do to help alleviate or at least deal with those fears in a positive way. Fear in the workplace/church is also an is...

Send a text A personal note: Bill and I recorded this podcast before the COVID-19 crisis hit us in the United States. Obviously God knew what each of us as faith empowered leaders in the workplace and church would be facing. While we don't reference the current crisis, this episode is very applicable to all who are attempting to lead from a position of faith rather than fear. You are all in o...

Send a text In today's episode, Bill and Ed discuss tackling that one leadership challenge that is causing you to stress today. Most days each of us who are Faith Empowered leaders face one big challenge that seems to get the best of us. If we want to move beyond that challenge in a positive way we need to apply adaptive leadership and: Face the challenge, don't put it off or ignore it F...

Send a text As faith empowered workplace leaders we should be setting the example for others in what it means to value people as individuals worthy of dignity and respect. As leaders in the church and workplace, we often struggle with how to create a culture where people with disabilities will not only be a part of our church and business but will experience what it means to belong. Bill and Ed ar...

Send a text During this episode, Bill and Ed talk about the gifts that introverted leaders bring to their organization. If you are an introvert, you don't want to miss this discussion. Listen and learn about the unique strengths you bring to leadership as well as the things you can do to grow into the leader God has called you to be. Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text In todays episode Ed and Bill discuss what it means to be an authentic leader. Way too often leaders think they need to emulate other leaders in order to be successful. As faith empowered leaders, God calls us to be the best leaders we can be. He gifts us with personalities, leadership styles and spiritual gifts. All of these are to be used within our individual context. Our authentic...

Send a text During this second episode in the Leadership through Biography series, Bill and Ed discuss the life of William Carey. Carey was a Christian missionary to India during the 19th century. Carey was instrumental in bringing about many changes in India. While he was concerned for the salvation of the people, he was also intent on improving the lives of all the people of India. Ed and Bill s...

Send a text In today's episode Bill and Ed discuss six steps to hiring the right person for the right job. They discuss in detail the following steps from a faith based perspective, making each point applicable for hiring people in business and in the church, 1. Define who you're looking for 2. Hire above your ceiling of competency 3. Don't settle for less 4. Know what pool to fish...

Send a text Bill and Ed conclude their three-part series looking to the book of Proverbs for leadership wisdom. Today they discuss the power of what we say and how we say it as well as the importance of seeking wise counsel. Good words yield good works that result in good ends. They focus much of their conversation on Proverbs chapter 15.  Several resources are mentioned in this episode: Reclaimin...

Send a text Bill and Ed continue looking to the book of Proverbs for wisdom that empowers our leadership in the church and workplace. Today they will discuss the importance of integrity and generosity.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text Bill and Ed begin a three-part series looking at wisdom for leaders from the book of Proverbs. Today the concentrate on verses that lift up hard work and warn against procrastination.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text Bill and Ed closeout 2019 with a discussion of the most popular episode of The Few. During the conversation, they summarize several of the hottest topics and share what they have learned during the first 22 episodes of The Few.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text Sharon Anderson, Senior Vice President of Williamstown Bank joins Bill and Ed to discuss living out your faith in the workplace. Williamstown Bank is known for it's commitment to customer service and it's local community. Sharon, a Faith Empowered Workplace Leader discusses several aspects of her leadership model.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text In today's episode Bill and Ed discuss tools and tips to manage your time better as a faith empowered workplace leader. Most leaders are busy, but being busy does not equate to being productive. The point is not to do more, but to do the more important. Bill and Ed talk about the necessity of your daily activities being driven by who you are called to be and what you are called to...

Send a text Today's episode focuses on leadership lessons from the life of Abraham Lincoln. Bill and Ed discuss four key characteristics of Lincoln's leadership style that are relevant for Christian business leaders and pastors.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text In today's episode Bill and Ed discuss dealing with a difficult team member. As a Christian leader in the church or marketplace one of the greatest challenges is dealing with a difficult employee. Balancing our Christian core values with the need to address personnel challenges can be gut wrenching. Bill and Ed walk through some practical steps to handle these situations well.  Le...

Send a text In this episode Bill and Ed look at what it means to be a peacemaker. Jesus instructs us to live counter-culturally and one aspect of that is to be a peacemaker. As leaders in the church and workplace we can impact our organization in a live giving way if we learn to address conflict as peace makers.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text In todays episode Bill and Ed link the merciful and pure in heart beatitudes to developing a healthy culture within a church or business. Being merciful and pure in heart are qualities that set the tone for relationships within a group.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text Bill and Ed discuss the one imperative to successful leadership as a Christian in the church and workplace. Continuing their discussion of the beatitudes and leadership they unpack what it means to "hunger and thirst after righteousness," and how it impacts leadership. Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text Today Bill and Ed continue applying Jesus' truths from the Sermon on the Mount to leadership in the church and workplace. Jesus' instructions to live counter-culturally contains wisdom for our leadership as faith empowered workplace leaders.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text Bill and Ed begin a series discussing how the counter cultural lifestyle of the beatitudes should influence our leadership Christians. Today they discuss the first two beatitudes found in the fifth chapter of Matthew. Blessed are the poor in spirit and those that mourn.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text Bill and Ed conclude a three part series on stress and the faith empowered workplace leader. Today they focus on the concept of Sabbath. It is imperative that Christian business leaders and Pastors honor Sabbath as part of their weekly routine. Not only will this allow for more personal fulfillment and joy, but it will contribute to their leadership effectiveness.  Learn more at renewt...

Send a text Bill and Ed continue their discussion on dealing with stress as a faith empowered workplace leader. This week they talk about the Biblical rhythm of balancing work and rest.  If you are struggling with the stress that comes with your calling, this episode is a must listen.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text If you are a leader in the workplace or church, you know what it means to experience stress. Bill and Ed begin a three episode series discussing leadership and stress. In this episode they talk about what stress is, what it does to us as leaders, and ways in which the Bible directs us to deal with it.  Learn more at renewts.com

Send a text In this episode Bill and Ed tackle the problem of boring and unproductive meetings. As leaders meetings are a normal part of our work routine. If our meetings are productive and efficient they can be an invaluable part of accomplishing our organizations purpose. However, way too many meetings are hindering rather than helping our organization. Join the discussion on how we as leaders c...