From Tech to Leader — Your 90-Day Roadmap

Getting the job was the easy part.In 1999, Dan landed his first media director role, confident in his technical skills. What he didn't have was the leadership ability to back it up. It's one of the most common gaps in church media — and nobody talks about it.This episode is the roadmap Dan wishes he'd had.What we cover:Why skill alone won't build a healthy teamHow to honor the past while leading changeWhat to do when volunteers push backWhy burnout usually isn't a gear problemHow to speak the language pastors actually respond toThe difference between adding operators and developing leadersHow to build systems that reduce stress and increase consistencyWhat it really means to play the long gameThe takeaway: The title changes on day one. The real leadership work starts on day two.Want to go deeper? If you're carrying the weight of production, people, and strategy, The Producer's Seat is a private advisory built for church media leaders like you. 👉 drwmediaworks.com/the-producers-seatConnect with Dan: 🌐 drwmediaworks.com 🐦 Twitter/X: @danwathen 📸 Instagram: @danthetvmanGot a question, a story, or something you’re working through in your media role? Text or leave a voicemail — your situation might become the next episode. Click here to send it in.