The Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast

In this episode, Richard talks with global business leader and friend of the podcast, Brett Pyle.  DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: "Your Extraordinary Why" by Brett Pyle. Find it here. CONNECT: Connect with Brett www.brettpyle.com Follow Richard on  Twitter . Follow Richard on  Facebook . Read Richard's latest blog posts at  www.rich...

Obedience to God does not guarantee an easy life. In fact, our life may actually get more difficult when we follow Him. Each time the greatest prophet of the Old Testament completed a difficult assignment, his life got harder. God often does His best work in a crisis. In this episode, Richard and Sam continue looking at the life and leadership of Elijah. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast an...

Why is it that when some people speak, everyone listens? In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss ways leaders can build trust with others and grow their influence. Plus, they address a listener question: "Leadership in the military. How do you lead when you don't have a position of authority?"(If you want your question answered on the show, email podcast@blackaby.org .) DONATE: If you have enjoye...

Where the world sees problems, the Church sees possibilities. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the best ways for leaders to respond to a crisis. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: 1 Corinthians 1:25 NEW ONLINE CLASS: "Living out of the Overflow" is a six-week online Bible study based on the popular book by Dr. Richard Blackaby....

He came from an insignificant town and became the greatest prophet in the Old Testament. He called fire down from Heaven and was one of the two people God the Father chose from all of history to encourage Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the life and leadership of Elijah. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click ...

Why are some people influential and others are not? In the age of social media, everyone is jockeying to be heard. But not everyone has something valuable to say. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss practical ways leaders can become people of influence. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Spiritual Leadership Coaching Work...

He spent 40 years as the number two guy to the greatest man of God in the Old Testament, Moses. God ultimately asked him to do something even Moses failed to do—lead the Israelites into the Promised Land. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the life and leadership of Joshua. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Join BMI's c...

Why do some people succeed, and others don't? Despite popular wisdom, a high IQ and talent do not necessarily guarantee success. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss Angela Duckworth's popular book "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance." DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Join BMI's coaching team in Jonesboro, GA, o...

He is a towering figure in human history who rose above the other ambitious men of his age, commanded legions of soldiers, and won many difficult battles. For better or worse, the world was never the same after he arrived on the scene. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the life and leadership of Julius Caesar. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  h...

You may not be a pastor. You might not even be an elder or deacon. But you're a leader. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss ways lay leaders can use their valuable skills to have a positive impact on their church. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at...

He delivered the Israelites out of Egypt, founded the nation of Israel, and wrote the first five books of the Old Testament. In this first episode in the "Leaders in the Bible" series, Richard and Sam discuss the life and leadership of Moses. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Gr...

When problems arises, many leaders panic. They react without thinking, bail out, quit, or walk away and undo years of solid leadership in a matter of moments. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss strategies leaders can use to avoid hitting the panic button and making hasty decisions they will later regret. DONATE   If you enjoy the podcast and want to support what we do, click here . UPCOMING...

He went bald prematurely, had a bulbous, disfigured nose, and suffered from self-consciousness, loneliness, and depression. He was also the most influential banker in American history. At one point, 96 out of the top 100 companies banked with him, and on multiple occasions he helped the United States avoid financial ruin. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the life and leadership of J.P. Mor...

Ego can cause problems when you aspire, succeed and fail. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the book 'Ego is the Enemy' by Ryan Holiday. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: "Ego is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday. Buy it here . UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in  A...

He started his own company in 1999, and today it does 33 billion dollars in volume. He now serves as the CEO of a different company. During his 40-year career in the marketplace and through heartbreaking challenges in his personal life, God has taken him on an unexpected journey of faith. In this episode, Richard interviews Scott MacLellan, an entrepreneur, CEO, and the author of Am I Building a L...

Happy New Year! Now is a great time to reflect on the year that was and look ahead to the year that will be. Richard shares a few principles to help make this year the best year yet.  DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. UPCOMING CLASS: If you've ever wanted to take the "Experiencing God" Bible study, now is your chance. A new session of the "Experi...

Merry Christmas (Eve)! In this episode, Richard shares his thoughts on Christmas and some lessons leaders can learn from this special time of year. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. UPCOMING CLASS: If you've ever wanted to take the "Experiencing God" Bible study, now is your chance. A new session of the "Experiencing God" online class will begin...

Can you tell the difference between an interruption and a divine appointment? Last week's episode was about divine connections, people God has placed in your life as a resource to you. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss divine appointments: day-by-day encounters that are initiated by God. PARTNER WITH US: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES...

At times there are problems or challenges in our leadership that we can't seem to overcome. The answer might just be in the people God has placed around you. Today, Richard and Sam discuss the power of divine connections. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Next book club pick: "Ego is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday. Buy it  here . UPCOMING...

He grew up on a farm in Michigan and went on to become one of the wealthiest people in the world. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the life and leadership of famed business magnate Henry Ford. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: "The People's Tycoon" by Steven Watts. Buy it here . Next book club pick: "Ego is the Enemy" by Ryan Ho...

Storytelling is the oldest form of communication. Why are stories so powerful? They engage people's emotions as well as their mind. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss why leaders must be good storytellers. RESOURCES: Sam and Carrie's travel blog – www.mapleandmaps.com    "The Leadership Challenge" by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner. Buy it here . "Leading Out Loud" by Terry Pearce. Buy i...

Pain is a powerful sensation. It can motivate positive change, but it can also push people past their breaking point. Leaders must always be sensitive to the level of pain they are inflicting on their followers. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the importance of recognizing people's pain thresholds as well as the three primary causes of pain: change, interventions, and conflict. RESOURCES:...

There is a fine line between being a hands-on manager and a micromanager. In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the dangers and pitfalls of micromanagement. RESOURCES: Next book club pick: "Ego is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday. Buy it  here . UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in  Asheville, NC , on  April 6-8, 2020  to lead a co...

What makes some people so spectacularly successful at thinking of new ideas, selling products, or starting global movements? In this episode, Richard and Sam discuss the fascinating book "Originals: How Non-Conformists Rule the World" by Adam Grant. RESOURCES: "Originals: How Non-Conformists Rule the World" by Adam Grant. Buy it here . Next book club pick: "Ego is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday. Buy i...

There is a difference between leading followers and leading leaders. King Davis was a leader of leaders. This week, Richard and Sam discuss ways leaders can guide those around them to become mighty leaders. UPCOMING CONFERENCE: Richard Blackaby will be returning to the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in  Asheville, NC , on  April 6-8, 2020  to lead a conference on "Increasing Your Spiritu...