Embarking on a transformative mission can redefine not only our own paths but the lives of countless others. That's precisely what Tony Webb of Vision USA Church Planting has done, transitioning from leading established congregations to pioneering a church-planting movement that's igniting an American Reformation. Our dialogue with Tony uncovers the seismic shifts he navigated and delves into the powerful Gatherer-Shepherd-Explorer (GSE) model—crucial tactics for church growth that defy traditional dependence on numbers and finances.

Tony's journey from pastoral challenges in Gettysburg to the establishment of thriving daughter churches paints an evocative picture of ministry adaptation and resilience. Our episode peels back the layers on the church's evolution from a dominant societal force to its current secular interface, examining how the GSE model, rooted in scripture, can be a beacon of hope and innovation. We also dissect leadership structures within the church, contrasting the conventional with organic, Jesus-modeled methods that cultivate community-driven growth, emphasizing the balance between order and the kind of constructive chaos that fosters multiplication.

Closing our compelling conversation, the vision for the 'Church-a-Day' in 2024 shines through, highlighting the unyielding power of unity and the relentless pursuit of spreading Jesus' teachings. This journey through Vision USA's transformative approach offers anecdotes of faith-driven individuals reaching out and reshaping communities. Listeners are invited to become part of this spirited movement, harnessing the potential within to impact the world around us with love, gathering, and the message of Christ.

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INTRO: My guest this week holds a special place in my professional life. I met him during his first campaign for the school board in Oakland, CA. In the second part of the show, my guest, Dr. Gary Yee, describes what has got to be one of the most difficult experiences of any superintendent – the vandalizing of his home, navigating a hunger strike of two teachers, and community members occupying a school, all in response to proposed school closures.

Other Topics Discussed:

• Superintendent Tenures
• Community Engagement
• Superintendent/Board Relations
• Dr. Marcus Foster
• Hunger Strike
•  Hartford, Connecticut Case Study

I'm Peter Stiepleman and this is An Imperfect Leader.

BIO: Dr. Gary Yee is a special guest because his life and work as a learner and a leader have taken place all in one spot, the Bay Area. Born to Chinese working-class immigrant parents, Gary attended Oakland’s public schools. He graduated from UC Berkeley, joined the US Air Force (as 2^nd LT) and returned to Oakland in 1972 to be a teacher and then a principal. He completed his doctorate at Stanford University and began a career as a professor and then Dean to the Vice Chancellor at Peralta Community College.

Gary’s service to the Oakland Public Schools extended beyond the classroom and the building. In 2002, he was elected as a member of the school board, left the board in 2013, but was appointed to become the Interim Superintendent, for a year, because the superintendent left, and was subsequently re-elected to the Board in 2018, and served there until 2023. Gary worked with 9 superintendents during his 20 years of board service.

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Music for An Imperfect Leader was written and arranged by Ian Varley.

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• His career trajectory at the company (2:30)
• Experiences that have shaped his view on the business (4:18)
• How MANN+HUMMEL has benefitted from its expanded distribution strategy after opening a distribution center on the West Coast (8:16)
• The ways the company is innovating in filtration through digital solutions and the importance of its digital hubs (10:12)
• Additional opportunities for the company's growth (14:12)
• What he's seeing as the state of the automotive aftermarket with his role as vice chairman of MEMA (15:01)
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Multitasking sucks.  This week, Pat, Cody and Tracy discuss switching costs, corporate attention deficit, and the problems with what we consider to be 'multitasking'.

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Welcome Reverend Dr. Adam Clark. He's an outreach pastor at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Mishawaka, Indiana, with a keen passion for Dietrich Bonhoeffer's "The Cost of Discipleship." Together, we navigate the tough terrain of parenting, grace, discipleship, and the allure of Bonhoeffer's call to truth.

As the conversation unfolds, we probe the relationship between natural law and Christ, confronting the pitfalls of a deistic, moralistic, therapeutic mindset prevalent in the American church. We're unafraid to delve into controversial topics such as gender confusion, highlighting the urgency for the church to champion family values. We also equip you with strategies to tackle difficult conversations within the church, underlining the significance of grace, love, and the necessity of law to address unrepentant sin.

In the final stretch of our enlightening tête-à-tête, we underscore the crucial need for unity within the church. We investigate the potential of a common mind, aiding each other in overcoming blind spots. We also venture into the realm of relational health within the Lutheran Church, shining a spotlight on the positive ripples of generosity in our communities and the world. Join us, and you'll leave not just inspired, but more connected with your faith and the broader Christian community.

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Most leaders are rightfully focused on getting the best content solution designed and implemented to satisfy a need in the organization. However, this focus requires additional attention on how the stakeholders will be impacted and engaged, and how the change process is designed to ensure the best solution is generated, implemented, adopted and sustained. Many change consultants are not positioned to directly Influence leaders to expand their attention to strategic People and Process dynamics when leading initiatives. This podcast describes the types of attention needed and ways to reach these leaders so they begin to appreciate and take on influencing how people are affected and the change process is designed. Come learn how to get the attention of leaders to go beyond the content solution to set up their initiatives and stakeholders for success so they achieve sustained business benefits. 

Guest Question – Margrete Eva – Change Leader 

“How do I help leaders to see people and process (specially process) instead of just content?” 

To watch the full video version of this podcast, please visit AskDrChange.com

EP 121 -  Eddie Blanco, Rethinking Real Estate Teams

Often Real Estate agents find themselves as independent contractors just winging it, doing every job themselves, even if they’re not the best at it. But why? Eddie Blanco and his team are rethinking real estate teams in a way that allows them to be more specialized in their roles, and the results are definitely speaking for themselves.

Eddie was born and raised in Miami and is a first-generation Cuban immigrant. He’s stayed in the area because he loves the weather, diversity, and excellent fishing opportunities – but also because he’s committed to serving as a reliable and accountable resource for his clients and friends.

He is the broker and owner of Stratwell, a real estate brokerage with offices in Miami and Naples, Florida. Eddie and his team have closed more than 3,000 real estate transactions since 2008. Eddie is the Founding President of The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals. He is the 2022 incoming president of the Miami Association of Realtors and the Elite Real Estate Network president.

What You'll Learn:

• What drives Eddie to get back up when finds himself down

• How the Rocky movies have helped shape Eddie’s mentality towards persevering

• Why understanding who you are is such an important goal to work towards

• The story of Eddie being humbled by the real estate crash of 2008

• Some of the lessons that Eddie learned having to rebuild things from the ground up 

• Why Eddie believes it is that he is here on the planet Earth

• The reasons Eddie will readily share his knowledge of how to be successful in the real estate business

• How Eddie’s real estate company differ from your average real estate broker

• Why having the right butts in the right seats is so important to your ability to succeed

• Where Eddie thinks the Real Estate market is headed in the next few years

FAVORITE QUOTE:

“My business is simple, it’s people and properties. It’s all about relationships. There will always be people transacting in real estate.”

• Eddie Blanco 

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Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family’s farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn’t helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff’s early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out.

In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further.

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Listen in as I, Malorie Nicole, share how my recently published book has impacted my business and personal life. I reveal how it's opened doors, leading to unexpected opportunities such as keynote speaking invites. But beyond business, the joy comes from hearing how my words have touched readers and created a real impact in their lives.

In the latter part of the discussion, I switch gears to share a passage from my book, "The Abundance Decision," specifically from the 'Structure' section. We discuss the essential shift business owners need to make from being managers to innovators, the importance of developing your team to scale your business, and the role of empathy in fostering a supportive work environment. Whether you're a solo entrepreneur or leading a team, this conversation provides insights on maintaining a space for creativity and innovation amid a busy schedule.

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Scott Turner, Chief Visionary Officer for JPI, describes how all leaders need to develop the ability to be resilient in the difficulties of life and business. Resilience will help leaders to not only to survive but thrive during the challenging times of life.

Even people in high rise apartments need community. Jarret from Houston, TX discusses how events create space for residents to develop meaningful connections-even if there are 24 floors in the building. When planning events, from “Yappy Hours” to “Wine down Wednesdays”, the goal is to meet a practical need and a relational need.

True leadership is not about control but about positively influencing and inspiring others – regardless of your job title. Can you lead without the title? 

In this episode of Bandwidth, Dr. Gabe shares the tools of leadership needed to leverage your influence on a team or in a relationship. 

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With recent strikes making big news, what are the complexities at hand when Unions become involved in the labor force? Some are well known but other effects, both good and bad, have been less obvious. Exact data can be hard to discern, but In this episode of All Else Equal: Making Better Decisions, hosts and finance professors Jonathan Berk and Jules van Binsbergen talk with Larry Katz of Harvard University about how labor unions have functioned in the past, the current union landscape with an ongoing UAW strike in Detroit, and what impacts and changes they think will happen in the future as technology disrupts labor markets in different ways. 

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Boring meetings suck.  This week, Pat, Cody, Tracy and Beau talk about raising the stakes and discuss ways to improve our meetings.  

What if the church growth movement has morphed into an unhealthy comparison game? How do we navigate the divisive impact of echo chambers and the lack of shared experiences in our ministries? Join us for a stirring conversation with Reverend Dr. Larry Osborne, a Kingdom Ambassador and Teaching Pastor at North Coast Church. Larry shares his remarkable journey from pastoring a small congregation of just 70 adults to leading a thriving church of over 13,000. He also opens up about his literary contributions that have influenced thousands of pastors across the globe.

Larry and I shed light on the challenges and opportunities of pastoring, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the unique gifts in each person. We explore Larry's bilingual gift and the power of the multi-site video model in reaching people, underscoring the vitality of understanding God's calling and leading with humility in our ministries. The conversation takes a poignant turn as we discuss the rise of echo chambers and the divisive impact of the lack of shared experiences, and Larry shares valuable wisdom on navigating these complexities.

Finally, we zoom in on the story of Jesus in the book of Mark and its relevance to our lives today, touching on the importance of living in the perfect love of Christ amidst the current tumultuous times. Larry imparts his advice on finding fulfillment and striking a balance in life, emphasizing the need for developing right habits and mindsets. So gear up for an enriching conversation filled with faith, wisdom, and practical insights from one of the most influential pastors of our time. This is not just an episode; it's a faith-filled exploration of modern-day ministry.

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What if we could bridge the generational gap within the American Christian Church with the simple act of humility? In our thought-provoking conversation with Reverend Dr. Chad Lakies, we navigate the path to a more cohesive Christian community. As we echo Jesus' humility, we learn the importance of intergenerational connection and the transformative effect it can have on our churches. Our discussion with Reverend Lekees unravels the significance of listening and learning from each other, while shedding light on how pride can act as a barrier to our younger generation.

Reverend Dr. Chad Lakies shares an inspirational journey, transitioning from an atheist band drummer to a church leader. His story illuminates the power of genuine Christian hospitality and emphasizes on the vital need to create welcoming spaces within our churches. This open environment allows room for those wrestling with questions and doubts to freely express their thoughts. Listen in as we explore the ways our churches can become a safe haven for people from all walks of life.

Our enriching talk with Reverend Dr. Lakies also reveals how the gospel can reshape our perception of work, turning obligations into gifts. We investigate the potential pitfalls of treating evangelism as a marketing project, and instead, focus on introducing people to Jesus. We touch upon the role of ecclesiology, law and gospel, and spiritual disciplines in creating true disciples of Jesus. Furthermore, we delve into the doctrine of vocation, its significance in Christian life and the influence it carries over parenting. Chad reinforces the power of intentional action in positively impacting young lives. So, tune in, let's discover the importance of authenticity, humility, and small acts of service in creating disciples and bridging generational gaps.

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• The importance of individualized coaching instead of a one-size-fits-all approach.
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