Selah Leaders Podcast

In this episode, we discuss the essential process of leading through change, emphasizing that it’s not just about being active but about building toward the mission. Leaders must begin with prayer, seeking God's guidance before making any changes, just as Nehemiah did. Planning follows, where leaders identify the gaps between where they are and where they need to be, ensuring clarity before moving forward. The process involves breaking down the change into manageable steps, and pruning involves removing distractions or inefficiencies for growth. Throughout, prayer remains key, trusting God to provide wisdom and direction. Leaders are challenged to identify one area needing change, then take the first steps—pray, plan, process, prune—and trust God to lead the way.

In this episode, we explore the power of radical honesty in leadership. Honesty is the foundation of trust, which is crucial for effective leadership and strong relationships. By being clear, truthful, and addressing tough issues, leaders create a culture of accountability, encourage growth, and build long-term trust. We also discuss how honesty strengthens relationships and team morale, emphasizing that avoiding hard conversations only harms unity. Leaders who openly address problems and celebrate real wins foster a thriving, resilient team. Tune in for practical insights on leading with integrity and creating a culture of truth.--------------------------------------------This episode is sponsored by the Wesleyan Investment Foundation - https://www.wifonline.com/ - The Wesleyan Investment Foundation (WIF) is a nonprofit organization that provides financial services and investment opportunities to support the mission and growth of churches, ministries, and organizations. WIF offers a range of financial products, such as savings accounts, loans, and investment options, to help churches and ministries manage their resources effectively. Its primary focus is on fostering financial health within churches, helping ministries expand their impact and sustainability. By offering competitive rates and ethical investment opportunities, WIF aims to strengthen the financial foundation of churches and other faith-based organizations.

Sometimes reflecting on the season you're coming out of can lead to disappointment. In this episode we talk through some practicals on dealing with disappointment.

In this episode, we discuss 2025 preparation. Every great team operates off a great playbook, and that means having plans for what changes need to occur ahead of 2025.

On location at the Lead Pastors Getaway, we discuss wholistic rest and the different types of rest that leaders need.

In this episode, we discuss an inevitable part of leading people, how to have hard conversations. How we approach hard conversations is key, and we talk about 4 practical tips for using these conversations to speak life into those we lead.

In this episode we talk about 4 healthy relationships that every leader needs, and how stewarding our relationships well allows us to be more effective leaders.

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, we discuss conflict resolution and God's strategy for resolving disagreements and having hard conversations.

In this episode, we discuss navigating a crisis. We talk about a recent crisis we experienced in the life of our church during the week leading up to Easter and how to navigate these seasons as a leader.

In this episode, we talk about how to be an authentic leader without bleeding down, and what healthy structure and communication can look like.

In this episode, we talk about how to respond when we're ready to quit, the different types of rest we need, and the difference between sabbath rest and vacation.

In this episode, we discuss how to leverage our time to make the most of it in building God's Kingdom.

In this episode we kick off season 2 by learning how and when to say No by saying Yes to what we determine gets our focus.

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, we talk about reflecting on 2023, conducting a personal end-of-year review, and how to make tweaks as we head into 2024.

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, our podcast guide Darin Zook, jumps into the co-host seat as we talk about Bi-Vocational Rhythms, priorities & practicals.

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, we discuss understanding our grace lanes, how exhaustion can manifest from living outside of it, and how to build teams that cover our weakness.

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, we talk about losing relationships and some of the reasons people leave, as well as understanding how we lead those we are close to. You can find the video version of this episode here on the Nick Newman Leadership channel: https://youtu.be/9-X6hM5_yB4

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, Pastor Matt Sharrock joins us to discuss being tired from the second chair, finding rest and practicals for leading the people who serve you. You can find the video version of this episode here on the Nick Newman Leadership channel: https://youtu.be/rr9ld8bDWZ4

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, we discuss the difference between calling and assignment and how to discover what God designed you for. You can find the video version of this episode here on the Nick Newman Leadership channel: https://youtu.be/TsACBet8AkA

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, we continue to talk about resting effectively and the things that often stand in our way as leaders. You can find the video version of this episode here on the Nick Newman Leadership channel: https://youtu.be/Ib-kYF8Ksqw

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, we talk about rest and a few of the things that get in our way as leaders of resting effectively. Tune in next month for part two of this episode. You can find the video version of this episode here on the Nick Newman Leadership channel: https://youtu.be/Ib-kYF8Ksqw

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, we talk about transition seasons. *After recording this episode, our team caught an error during the section of the teaching at 3:39-4.:25. The scripture about Jesus feeding the 5,000 comes from Mark 6 and occurs before Jesus walks on water rather than before Jesus napping during the storm. This story comes from a passage in Mark 4. You can find the video version of this episode here on the Nick Newman Leadership channel: https://youtu.be/TSyYTVTwfNE

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, we discuss what it looks like to be a leader that doesn’t have to earn everything. You can find the video version of this episode here on the Nick Newman Leadership channel: https://youtu.be/TSyYTVTwfNE

In this episode of the Selah Leaders Podcast, Nick discusses the why, hopes, and vision of Selah Leaders. He also tells the story of how Selah Leaders started and the heart to help leaders live a life they don’t have to escape from. You can find the video version of this episode here on the Nick Newman Leadership channel: https://youtu.be/TSyYTVTwfNE