Why Leadership Matters

In this episode, June Chambliss addresses the often silent but critical issue of disunity among women in ministry. She emphasizes how this division, whether subtle or overt, weakens both individual leadership and collective spiritual growth. Drawing from scripture and personal insights, June unpacks how disunity shows up in forms like exclusion, lack of support, and unhealthy competition, and why overcoming it is essential to fulfilling God’s mission for women leaders.Key Areas Explored:* The subtle and overt manifestations of disunity in ministry* How disunity hinders the broader mission of the church* Practical ways women in ministry can foster unity and collaboration* The importance of addressing disunity to unlock collective strength in leadershipJune offers five practical steps women in ministry can take today to build unity, including starting discussions on disunity, checking personal biases, and joining supportive communities. She reminds us “Unity is the new journey for women ministers.” If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, subscribe, and share! Happy leading.

In this episode, June delves into the Israel-Hamas conflict, unveiling its nuanced impacts on teams and leaders. From unsettling effects on employees to heated office debates among those with opposing views, the ripple effect is more pervasive than we may realize. June emphasizes the need for leaders to prioritize intentional communication, demonstrating how teams can navigate differences while maintaining morale and productivity. Key Focus Areas: Understanding the workplace impact of the Israel-Hamas war on leadership and teams. Leading effectively in an environment of charged opinions and differences. Implementing intentional communication practices for navigating challenging topics. June's Call to Action: Leaders, it's time to check the pulse of your team. Engage in conversations about the ongoing situation, showing empathy for its impact on your employees. As leaders, let's navigate these disruptive times with creativity and resilience. If you found value in this episode, don't forget to rate and subscribe! Happy leading.

In this episode, June Chambliss speaks on the subject of Creative Leadership. As leaders, it’s easy to stay stuck in our ways and continue to implement leadership techniques that are no longer as effective as they once were. June invites listeners to re-evaluate their current leadership styles and make out time to truly prioritise leading from a place of creativity because it can have significant influence on leading and guiding in turbulent and disruptive times. Key Areas Explored The divine interplay between creativity and leadership Understanding leadership and creativity from a spiritual perspective Creative leadership as the solution to the various problems in our society today Misleading thoughts about creativity June reminds listeners that creative leadership encompasses so much more than making little tweaks here and there. It requires focus, discipline and intentionality. In times like this, leaders have the ability to create something for the hour if they would only take a step back and lead from a place of creativity. If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to rate and subscribe! Happy leading.

In this episode, June Chambliss brings attention to the everyday impact of small disruptions happening in our lives. As a society, our resilience is being tested as we navigate changes in pricing for consumer goods, local regulations, family dynamics, and more. Small disruptions can lead to indirect, negative impacts over the long term. June encourages leaders to resist the urge to gloss over change and intentionally assess the impacts of changes to usual patterns. Key focus areas explored: Impacts that sudden change can have on mental illness How small disruptions may catalyze severe changes in lifestyle Our capacity to deal with stress and navigate challenges Looking at micro-stressors with a fresh lens June encourages leaders to care for their organizations in light of present disruptive times. Leaders can begin by drawing relationships between micro-stressors and business continuity. Business continuity involves adequate, proactive planning to establish deliberate responses to disruption. May we, as leaders, take great care to manage the crises of individuals in our organizations. If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to rate and subscribe! Happy leading.

In this episode, June Chambliss reminds listeners that leaders need support that is not tied to what they do for others. Leaders carry a heavy load in business and personal realms, which often depletes them. In leadership development, there is a tendency to focus squarely on what leaders should be doing better. June, however, brings us under the umbrella of compassion - helping listeners to take accountability for protecting the mental health of the leaders that they follow. Key focus areas explored: Research omits helpful studies on how leaders need support Leaders are supported to the degree that they satisfy their followers, which is draining The loneliness that leaders can feel in their plight Tactical actions that can be taken to support leaders better June encourages listeners to take the time to figure out how they can better support their leaders throughout the calendar year. She gives honor to all leaders who are doing the "work of leader" with little accolades, motivating them to stay encouraged. May we all take time to nurture our emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to rate and subscribe! Happy leading.

In this episode, June Chambliss highlights the deception that is rampantly occurring at the height of the authentic leadership movement. Recent headlines convey the money that has been raked by individuals who are misguiding their followers - from prominent influencers to politicians. The time is now for higher accountability and self-reflection. Key focus areas explored: Double lives and the collateral damage followers face Understanding our responsibility to our followers What it means to be authentic in your leadership A call to action for leaders to be at their best June asserts that authentic leadership is a distinction that followers attribute to a leader, rather than the leaders themself making a self-proclaimation. False humility has no place in authentic leadership. Rather, it requires an awareness of personal issues that we work through with genuineness - even as we lead others. We invite you to rate the show and subscribe so that you're part of our community of disruptive leaders!

In this episode, June Chambliss delves deeper into her deconstruction of destructive leadership, identifying the common behaviors that are seen in everyday settings. She conveys how destructive leadership shows up in passive and active ways, causing followers to be conflicted with taking firm stances against such dynamics. Key focus areas explored: The invisible effects left in the wake of destructive leadership Actionable tactics for creating positive change Assessing personal leadership traits for toxicity This topic has proven to be a fan favorite and June is happy to have such strong and positive feedback that the show is resonating with listeners. Be sure to rate the show and subscribe so that you don't miss an upcoming episode!

In this episode, June Chambliss unpacks the danger that lies in the complicity of destructive leadership. She encourages listeners to leave the sidelines and find the courage to hold leaders to a higher standard in the pivotal times that we are facing. Destructive leadership costs everyone, and society is at a breaking point. Key focus areas explored: Growing comfortable with discomfort Lazy leadership must be held accountable New, fresh leadership styles are important for progress Putting skin in the game to stand up to disruptive leadership We have a responsibility to take action ahead of the voting polls, as toxic leaders have no power in the absence of power. You are encouraged to make everyday changes that help to make the world a safer place. Follow June Chambliss for more tactical recommendations on effective leadership in disruptive times.

In this episode, June Chambliss asserts that effective women's leadership is ideal for disruptive times. She explores the organic skill sets women develop in their lifestyles that are directly transferable to organizational leadership. This encouraging episode is sure to ignite confidence and tactical strategy for making the case for a fresh, diverse perspective during rapidly changing times. Key focus areas explored: The gift of agility that shows up across industries and change The uniqueness of the woman-led perspective Agile leadership is an indispensable feature of leadership Integration of diverse points of view in business strategy Women leaders should be emboldened to frame their experiences, inside and outside of the business arena, as valid proof of their ability to think on their feet and successfully navigate through change. Your frequent success is proof that you are ready to guide followers through ever-changing times. Follow June Chambliss for more tactical recommendations on effective leadership in disruptive times.

In this episode, June Chambliss talks about the importance of "area-focused leadership" in catapulting leaders during disruptive times. June makes the case that it would be prudent for people of influence to add an arsenal to their leadership by way of specialization. Key focus areas explored: Clarity Relationships Decision-Making Change Management The fact of the matter is that individuals want leadership, not leaders. As such, depth of knowledge is crucial for the disruptive times that we're in. Change is not coming - it is here! Follow June Chambliss for more tactical recommendations on effective leadership in disruptive times.

In this episode, June Chambliss delves into the ways that church leaders may be missing the mark on ministry opportunities since the COVID-19 pandemic. June posits that the church has found itself in a state of ongoing disruption as a result of the pandemic. Key Themes: The relevancy of the church is being challenged Post-Christian phenomena and statistics behind it Social poverty and other crises that plague communities Top trends in understanding the church today As church loyalty declines and there is a swelling call for disruption to "church as usual," it is important that church leaders adapt to meet the needs of the people. Strategy sessions must become a weekly occurrence with leadership cabinets if they are not already happening. Follow June Chambliss for more tactical recommendations on effective leadership in disruptive times.

In this episode, June Chambliss draws parallels between recent record-breaking events and the adaptive nature of the world's best leaders. She sheds light on the practical steps she takes in her personal life to process rapidly-evolving times, encouraging leaders to be just as intentional about focused thought. Key Points Assessing what people need from their leaders TODAY Recalibrating leadership styles for current phenomena Post-pandemic trends in the workplace New opportunities that are born out of crises It is important that we stay in tune with the needs of our followers, as people and their environments change through time. Leaders should take time to reflect on what they are noticing around them, as this practice can be sobering in the most volatile times. Follow June Chambliss for more tactical recommendations on effective leadership in disruptive times.

In this episode, June Chambliss discusses the importance of taking the initiative in times of confusion. She explains that to be a successful leader, one must have a pulse on current events and take on the posture of a "change agent" to navigate through uncharted waters. Key Points To be a disruptive leader, one must be on top of topical news and current events Understanding alignment continues to exist with the leaders you are following Tactics for navigating difficult times Reflective prompts for self-assessment Being a leader is not about having great motives and doing your best alone. The times we live in require disruptive thinking, and leaders need to rethink how they do things to become change agents. By engaging in conversations around disruptive leadership, leaders can become positive disruptors and guide their followers through difficult times. Follow June Chambliss for more food for thought on leadership

In this episode, June Chambliss explores the topic of adaptability as it pertains to leadership. She challenges listeners to position their acumen today to be relevant leaders of the future. Key themes include: What it means to relentlessly pursue truth The role that humility plays in earning followership The importance of breaking the rules to write new ones Key studies and thought leaders to keep on your radar Action Item after you take a listen: Get in touch with reality by reflecting on your current leadership practices and considering if they are effective in today's disruptive times. Embrace necessary endings and be open to new ideas and approaches that will help you adapt and thrive as a leader.

Welcome to "Why Leadership Matters" with June Chambliss! On today's episode, we talk about the changing dynamics of leadership in disruptive times. Our current conversations have a heavy focus on self, and while it's great to build the leader's skills, it leads to the command and control style of operation, which doesn't work in today's world. I am shifting the conversation toward followership. Key themes from the episode: The direct link between the turmoil in our country and leadership Transparency with oneself is essential to begin the conversation about followership Faith-based leaders need to shift their focus from promoting themselves to serving their followers If you are a leader with people reporting to you, this episode is for you!

June Chambliss shares honest truths on why disruptive leadership must accompany the disruptive times we're living in. Tune in weekly for helpful insights and invigorating challenges! June is the Founder and CEO of Women Who Matter Too a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching women leaders how to move beyond simply holding positions to understanding leadership that will change the world. She has more than 26 years’ experience in the nonprofit and faith-based industries as Senior Executive and Board Member where she has worked in Women’s Ministries, Leadership Development, Mentorship, Christian Education, and Life Skills Advancement. June is the Founder of Next Level Leadership for Women – an online learning arena that offers training based on her research. June holds a master’s degree in Christian Ministry and Leadership from Biola Talbot School of Theology. She spent the past six years studying leadership and the impact various theories have on female leadership. and completes her PhD, April 2021. June is a wife, a mother, and a grandmother and resides in Loma Linda, CA with her husband Bill.   Website: www.womenwhomattertoo.org Twitter and Instagram: Women Who Matter Too @womenwhomatter2