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EPISODE · Jun 24, 2025 · 22 MIN

408 The influence of second chair leadership

from The One Thing · host Reach Australia

Second chair leadership is someone who leads with influence without being the senior leader. Most church staff are second chair leaders, but it’s often misunderstood as waiting in the wings for primary leadership. Teams can flourish when this role is understood.Here are some questions we’ll be answering:What are the long term benefits of second chair roles?What attributes are vital in second chair leadership?What kind of training and/or coaching is needed for this role?Senior leaders, what can you implement?How does a culture of flexibility and support enhance effectiveness?TOOLBOX:Who is a Second Chair Leader by Jo GibbsLeading from the Second Chair by Bonem and PattersonHow to Lead When Your Boss Can’t (Or Won’t) by MaxwellHow to Lead When You’re Not in Charge by ScrogginsTeam Development ProgramCREDITS:This episode was brought to you by the Leadership Development ProgramThe One Thing is brought to you by ⁠⁠Reach Australia⁠⁠To pray for Reach Australia, join our ⁠⁠WhatsApp Group⁠⁠For ideas or questions please email ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠Support Reach Australia's online library

Second chair leadership is someone who leads with influence without being the senior leader. Most church staff are second chair leaders, but it’s often misunderstood as waiting in the wings for primary leadership. Teams can flourish when this role is understood.Here are some questions we’ll be answering:What are the long term benefits of second chair roles?What attributes are vital in second chair leadership?What kind of training and/or coaching is needed for this role?Senior leaders, what can you implement?How does a culture of flexibility and support enhance effectiveness?TOOLBOX:Who is a Second Chair Leader by Jo GibbsLeading from the Second Chair by Bonem and PattersonHow to Lead When Your Boss Can’t (Or Won’t) by MaxwellHow to Lead When You’re Not in Charge by ScrogginsTeam Development ProgramCREDITS:This episode was brought to you by the Leadership Development ProgramThe One Thing is brought to you by ⁠⁠Reach Australia⁠⁠To pray for Reach Australia, join our ⁠⁠WhatsApp Group⁠⁠For ideas or questions please email ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠Support Reach Australia's online library

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Second chair leadership is someone who leads with influence without being the senior leader. Most church staff are second chair leaders, but it’s often misunderstood as waiting in the wings for primary leadership. Teams can flourish when this role...

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