Great leaders learn to focus on only doing what only they can do. Join long-time host Lane Jones and me as we talk about the benefits of—and the roadblocks to—focused leadership. 

Great leaders learn to focus on only doing what only they can do. Join long-time host Lane Jones and me as we talk about the benefits of—and the roadblocks to—focused leadership.

A conversation designed to help leaders go further, faster. Rooted in providing practical advice for both emerging and veteran leaders, the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast equips leaders with the necessary tools for continuous improvement and lasting impact. One of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To and recognized as one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs by Industry Leader Magazine. Andy Stanley is a pastor, communicator, author, and the founder of North Point Ministries in Alpharetta, Georgia. For additional information, visit andystanley.com.

A conversation designed to help leaders go further, faster. Rooted in providing practical advice for both emerging and veteran leaders, the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast equips leaders with the necessary tools for continuous improvement and lasting impact. One of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To and recognized as one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs by Industry Leader Magazine. Andy Stanley is a pastor, communicator, author, and the founder of North Point Ministries in Alpharetta, Georgia. For additional information, visit andystanley.com.

Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast

Welcome to the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast, a conversation designed to help leaders go further, faster. Rooted in providing practical advice for both emerging and veteran leaders, the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast equips leaders with the necessary tools for continuous improvement and lasting impact. Recognized by Forbes as one of the 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To and as one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs by Industry Leader Magazine. Andy Stanley is a pastor, communicator, author, and the founder of North Point Ministries in Alpharetta, Georgia. For additional information, visit andystanley.com.

Welcome to the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast, a conversation designed to help leaders go further, faster. Rooted in providing practical advice for both emerging and veteran leaders, the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast equips leaders with the necessary tools for continuous improvement and lasting impact. Recognized by Forbes as one of the 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To and as one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs by Industry Leader Magazine. Andy Stanley is a pastor, communicator, author, and the founder of North Point Ministries in Alpharetta, Georgia. For additional information, visit andystanley.com.

Harnessing the Power of Focus

In last week’s episode, Andy sat down with his Executive Assistant of nearly 30 years, Diane Grant, to talk about one of the most overlooked leadership advantages: a strong leader–assistant partnership.

In this REVERB episode, Andy and Suzy unpack what it takes to make that partnership work well. They discuss how trust multiplies leadership capacity, why many leaders struggle to release decision-making to their assistants, and why saying “you decide” may be one of the most important leadership moves you can make.

If you want to delegate more effectively, build trust with your team, and create a no-surprises leadership environment, this conversation will help you lead with greater clarity and confidence.

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

If this podcast has made you a better leader, you can help it by leaving a quick Spotify or Apple Podcasts review. You can visit Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and then go to the “Reviews” section. Thank you for sharing!

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Where to find Andy: 
Instagram: @andy_stanley
Facebook: Andy Stanley Official
X: @andystanley
YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial

In last week&rsquo;s episode, Andy sat down with his Executive Assistant of nearly 30 years, Diane Grant, to talk about one of the most overlooked leadership advantages: a strong leader&ndash;assistant partnership. In this REVERB episode, Andy and Suzy unpack what it takes to make that partnership work well. They discuss how trust multiplies leadership capacity, why many leaders struggle to release decision-making to their assistants, and why saying &ldquo;you decide&rdquo; may be one of the most important leadership moves you can make. If you want to delegate more effectively, build trust with your team, and create a no-surprises leadership environment, this conversation will help you lead with greater clarity and confidence.
Recognized as one of&nbsp;Forbes'&nbsp;<a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelwells/2023/12/31/new-year-new-leader-6-leadership-podcasts-to-listen-to-in-2024/?sh=5a71451b70c8">6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024</a>&nbsp;and one of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.industryleadersmagazine.com/best-leadership-podcasts-to-stay-in-the-know-for-ceos/">Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs</a>, according to&nbsp;Industry Leader Magazine.
If this podcast has made you a better leader, you can help it by leaving a quick Spotify or Apple Podcasts review. You can visit <a href="https://bit.ly/3JyxZvy">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://bit.ly/36SUV9m">Apple Podcasts</a>, and then go to the &ldquo;Reviews&rdquo; section. Thank you for sharing!
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Where to find Andy:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Instagram: <a href="https://bit.ly/3qjT0UH">@andy_stanley</a></li>
<li>Facebook: <a href="https://bit.ly/3CpqrrL">Andy Stanley Official</a></li>
<li>X: <a href="https://bit.ly/43CsaW8">@andystanley</a></li>
<li>YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/43fKDrv">@AndyStanleyOfficial</a></li>
</ul>

REVERB 31: Why Great Leaders Stop Trying to Do It All

Behind every effective leader is someone quietly protecting their time, energy, and focus. When leaders clarify what matters most and empower the right executive assistant to guard it, everything works better — decisions get clearer and you gain margin. Great leaders go further faster when they build a true partnership with a high-capacity executive assistant.

Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/4ska4oi

Here is what they cover in this episode:
The difference between an administrative assistant and an executive assistant — and why it matters. (6:52)
 Why giving up your calendar may be the most strategic leadership decision you make. (14:11)
 The emotional intelligence required to become a world-class executive assistant. (17:31)
 How weekly meetings protect trust, clarity, and momentum. (33:25)
 The one-sentence responsibility description that changes everything. (41:52)

Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering a free download of their resource The Future of Financial Leadership.  Just text the word ANDY to 55123 to claim your free guide now.

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leaders Magazine.

If this podcast has made you a better leader, you can help it by leaving a quick Spotify or Apple Podcasts review. You can visit Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and then go to the “Reviews” section. Thank you for sharing!

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Where to find Andy:
Instagram: @andy_stanley
Facebook: Andy Stanley Official
X: @andystanley
YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial

 

Behind every effective leader is someone quietly protecting their time, energy, and focus. When leaders clarify what matters most and empower the right executive assistant to guard it, everything works better &mdash; decisions get clearer and you gain margin. Great leaders go further faster when they build a true partnership with a high-capacity executive assistant.
Download the application guide: <a href="https://bit.ly/4ska4oi">https://bit.ly/4ska4oi</a>
Here is what they cover in this episode:
<ul>
<li>The difference between an administrative assistant and an executive assistant &mdash; and why it matters. (6:52)</li>
<li>&nbsp;Why giving up your calendar may be the most strategic leadership decision you make. (14:11)</li>
<li>&nbsp;The emotional intelligence required to become a world-class executive assistant. (17:31)</li>
<li>&nbsp;How weekly meetings protect trust, clarity, and momentum. (33:25)</li>
<li>&nbsp;The one-sentence responsibility description that changes everything. (41:52)</li>
</ul>
Special thanks to our sponsor <a href="https://resources.belaysolutions.com/andy">BELAY</a> for offering a free download of their resource The Future of Financial Leadership. &nbsp;Just text the word ANDY to 55123 to claim your free guide now.
Recognized as one of&nbsp;Forbes'&nbsp;<a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelwells/2023/12/31/new-year-new-leader-6-leadership-podcasts-to-listen-to-in-2024/?sh=5a71451b70c8">6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024</a>&nbsp;and one of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.industryleadersmagazine.com/best-leadership-podcasts-to-stay-in-the-know-for-ceos/">Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs</a>, according to&nbsp;Industry Leaders Magazine.
If this podcast has made you a better leader, you can help it by leaving a quick Spotify or Apple Podcasts review. You can visit <a href="https://bit.ly/3JyxZvy">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://bit.ly/36SUV9m">Apple Podcasts</a>, and then go to the &ldquo;Reviews&rdquo; section. Thank you for sharing!
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Where to find Andy:
<ul>
<li>Instagram: <a href="https://bit.ly/3qjT0UH">@andy_stanley</a></li>
<li>Facebook: <a href="https://bit.ly/3CpqrrL">Andy Stanley Official</a></li>
<li>X: <a href="https://bit.ly/43CsaW8">@andystanley</a></li>
<li>YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/43fKDrv">@AndyStanleyOfficial</a></li>
</ul>
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Unlocking Leadership Capacity

Purpose and profit fuel each other. The more purpose you have in your organization, the more growth you’ll see. In this episode from 2020, Jeff Henderson joins Andy to discuss when an organization gets clear about what it wants to be known for it unlocks the most powerful form of growth: loyal customers, engaged teams, and word-of-mouth advocacy. Compelling purpose wins hearts and creates the kind of brand loyalty that pricing and promotion alone never can.

Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/4aqyx3I

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

If this podcast has made you a better leader, you can help it by leaving a quick Spotify or Apple Podcasts review. You can visit Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and then go to the “Reviews” section. Thank you for sharing!

____________

Where to find Andy:
Instagram: @andy_stanley
Facebook: Andy Stanley Official
X: @andystanley
YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial

Purpose and profit fuel each other. The more purpose you have in your organization, the more growth you&rsquo;ll see. In this episode from 2020, Jeff Henderson joins Andy to discuss when an organization gets clear about what it wants to be known for it unlocks the most powerful form of growth: loyal customers, engaged teams, and word-of-mouth advocacy. Compelling purpose wins hearts and creates the kind of brand loyalty that pricing and promotion alone never can.
Download the application guide: <a href="https://bit.ly/4aqyx3I">https://bit.ly/4aqyx3I</a>
Recognized as one of Forbes'&nbsp;<a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelwells/2023/12/31/new-year-new-leader-6-leadership-podcasts-to-listen-to-in-2024/?sh=5a71451b70c8">6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024</a>&nbsp;and one of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.industryleadersmagazine.com/best-leadership-podcasts-to-stay-in-the-know-for-ceos/">Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs</a>, according to&nbsp;Industry Leader Magazine.
If this podcast has made you a better leader, you can help it by leaving a quick Spotify or Apple Podcasts review. You can visit <a href="https://bit.ly/3JyxZvy">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://bit.ly/36SUV9m">Apple Podcasts</a>, and then go to the &ldquo;Reviews&rdquo; section. Thank you for sharing!
____________
Where to find Andy:
<ul>
<li>Instagram: <a href="https://bit.ly/3qjT0UH">@andy_stanley</a></li>
<li>Facebook: <a href="https://bit.ly/3CpqrrL">Andy Stanley Official</a></li>
<li>X: <a href="https://bit.ly/43CsaW8">@andystanley</a></li>
<li>YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/43fKDrv">@AndyStanleyOfficial</a></li>
</ul>

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