What if the way we start this year could reshape how we lead, relate, and respond to the people around us? In the first episode of 2026, Holly Tate sits down with Tim to unpack one simple—but deeply challenging—leadership principle: believe the best. In a season marked by polarization, cynicism, and quick assumptions, they explore why choosing curiosity over judgment isn’t just a personal virtue, but a cultural necessity for healthy teams and organizations. Drawing from real leadership moment...
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What if the way we start this year could reshape how we lead, relate, and respond to the people around us? In the first episode of 2026, Holly Tate sits down with Tim to unpack one simple—but deeply challenging—leadership principle: believe the best. In a season marked by polarization, cynicism, and quick assumptions, they explore why choosing curiosity over judgment isn’t just a personal virtue, but a cultural necessity for healthy teams and organizations. Drawing from real leadership moment...
[S2EP2] Balancing Identity and Longevity in Church Leadership │ 40 Lessons In 40 Years
The LeadingSmart Podcast
22 minutes
5 months ago
[S2EP2] Balancing Identity and Longevity in Church Leadership │ 40 Lessons In 40 Years
Welcome back to The LeadingSmart Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, Tim Stevens and Holly Tate dive deep into one of the most crucial aspects of ministry leadership: longevity and playing the long game. After 40 years in ministry (with 20 of those at one church!), Tim shares hard-won wisdom about what it really means to build for lasting impact rather than burning out trying to "win the quarter." What This Episode Covers ✅ The beautiful benefits of long-term ministry relationships ✅ How to recogni...
The LeadingSmart Podcast
What if the way we start this year could reshape how we lead, relate, and respond to the people around us? In the first episode of 2026, Holly Tate sits down with Tim to unpack one simple—but deeply challenging—leadership principle: believe the best. In a season marked by polarization, cynicism, and quick assumptions, they explore why choosing curiosity over judgment isn’t just a personal virtue, but a cultural necessity for healthy teams and organizations. Drawing from real leadership moment...
