Right-side Up Leadership Podcast

At Stay Forth Designs we call ourselves mountain guides for the leadership journey. We're not in the leadership business, we're in the freedom business. We help people take next right steps toward health and impact. On today's episode, Alan has a series of surprise conversations with a few coaching clients and they hash out what they're learning. Let's connect Pursue Coaching Right Side Up Community UpStream Campaign

Guess what? The Right Side Up Leadership Podcast is officially 200 episodes old!!!!! In this episode Jonathan and Alan celebrate the 200th episode by looking back to some highlights of the podcast and from Stay Forth's journey and look ahead to what's coming in the future Let's connect! Right Side Up Community UpStream Campaign

On todays episode, Alan interviews the founder and current leader of the Enneagram Prison Project about how the Enneagram his helpful to leadership and marriage and how they had to adapt when prisons were closed.   About the Enneagram Prison Project The Enneagram Prison Project is on a mission to understand why we do what we do, using the Enneagram to inspire transformation on both sides of the bars through self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-compassion; we do the work together. Learn more Connect with the Enneagram Prison Project Website Facebook YouTube Take your next right step Considering a sabbatical? Check out this FREE webinar Gain access to leadership support and FREE weekly coaching Join the UpStream Campaign  

On today's episode, Alan talks with career liberator Aaron McHugh about his journey to his work becoming meaningful and aligned to who he is and how you can take steps toward that also About Aaron Aaron McHugh is a writer, blogger, podcaster, and career liberator. He is mastering the art of living a sustainable work-life balance that includes rhythms of play constantly woven in. From Aaron, I want to help you restore balance and discover your path to a well-lived life. I write and speak on how to make adjustments to your thinking, your beliefs and your habits. The rewards are experiencing more joy, adventure and connection. In Work, I have covered the spectrum from ringing in the Opening Day trading bell at the London Stock Exchange to humble beginnings of selling office supplies door-to-door. My experience in sales and marketing, brand development, broadcast media, and technology startups prepared me to launch my own Work Life Play podcast and blog in 2010. I'm a graduate of Baylor University. In Li

On today's episode, Alan talks with pro snowboarder, surfer and motocross athlete Kiana Clay about tragedy, family, adrenaline and how Jesus holds it all together amidst the pain. About Kiana Southern California native, Kiana Clay, has always had the need for speed since she can remember. From the time she could walk, she's always wanted to go fast. Whether it was on her skateboard, snowboard, scooter, bicycle, or roller blades, you'd find Kiana zooming around somewhere. At the age of 7, her father, Roger Clay, purchased her first motorcycle which was a PW80. She rode it in trails, tracks, and in her front yard. The first time she rode, she was hooked. By the age 11, she was competing nation wide on her KX and YZ85. Little did she know, that the sport she loved would make her disabled.  On November 18, 2006, Kiana was racing at Freestone County Raceway in Wortham Texas. As it had rained the day before, the track was muddy and deep. It was during practice when she crashed on the back side of the finish li

On today's episode, Alan talks to his brother, J.R. Briggs, about his new timely book about bringing healing to our broken world in Jesus' name. They talk about scripture and practicalities of actually doing this About J.R. Dr. J.R. Briggs possesses four passions: Following Jesus, equipping and investing in hungry kingdom leaders, growing fruit on other people's trees, and creating good kingdom mischief. In short, his calling is to partner with people who are called to follow Jesus while they lead others. In 2011 he started Kairos Partnerships, an organization committed to serving hungry kingdom leaders through leadership coaching, consulting, speaking, teaching, equipping and writing. For more than 15 years, J.R. served in pastoral roles in mega-churches, church plants and house church networks. Since starting Kairos Partnerships, he has served and invested in pastors and kingdom leaders in over 40 denominations throughout North America. In addition to pastors and church planters, he has also invested

Alan talks with entrepreneur and thought leader Megan Hyatt Miller about her story, being Michael Hyatt's daughter and the challenges and advantages of leading as a female in the workplace About Megan Hyatt Miller Megan Hyatt Miller is the president and chief executive officer of Michael Hyatt & Company. Cohost of the popular business podcast Lead to Win, she is also Michael's oldest daughter.   As the architect of Michael Hyatt & Company's standout culture, she is committed to helping her team win at work and succeed at life, while also delivering phenomenal results to their customers. Under her leadership, Michael Hyatt & Company was named as one of Inc.   Magazine's Best Workplaces for 2020, which ranks the top companies in America for their employee engagement. When she's not taking the company to new heights, she's fully present at home with her husband and five kids in Franklin, Tennessee.   Follow Megan    Book Instagram Facebook Twitter   Take your next right step   Right Side Up Commu

In this two part interview Alan talks with Faith Cho; church planter, speaker, CEO and mom of four about leading as a young mom, processing Asian hate and not quitting when hope is leaking. About Faith Faith has been in the ministry since she was 19-years-old and continues to have a burning passion to serve as a voice to the voiceless. Currently, she is a pastor, a pastor’s wife, a CEO of a non-profit organization, and a church planter. In addition, she is a writer, a missionary, and an itinerant speaker.  Faith is the founder of  The Honor Summit, a nonprofit organization that is driven to refresh and empower Christian women all around the world. Alongside her husband, Pastor David Cho, she is also the co-pastor of The Presence Church, which is a new church plant. Her most precious role, however, is being a mom to her 4 children— Moriah, Elias, River and Adalynn. Connect with Faith Website Instagram Facebook Take your next right step Right Side Up Community Up Stream Campaign

In this two part interview Alan talks with Faith Cho; church planter, speaker, CEO and mom of four about leading as a young mom, processing Asian hate and not quitting when hope is leaking. About Faith Faith has been in the ministry since she was 19-years-old and continues to have a burning passion to serve as a voice to the voiceless. Currently, she is a pastor, a pastor’s wife, a CEO of a non-profit organization, and a church planter. In addition, she is a writer, a missionary, and an itinerant speaker.  Faith is the founder of  The Honor Summit, a nonprofit organization that is driven to refresh and empower Christian women all around the world. Alongside her husband, Pastor David Cho, she is also the co-pastor of The Presence Church, which is a new church plant. Her most precious role, however, is being a mom to her 4 children— Moriah, Elias, River and Adalynn. Connect with Faith Website Instagram Facebook Take your next right step Right Side Up Community Up Stream Campaign

We've been talking about productivity and focus recently and we want to continue in that vein today. Over on our Instagram account we recently ran a poll which asked you whether or not your current pace was sustainable and would it lead to health or unhealth? 67 percent of you answered "yes" and 33 percent of you answered "no".  A great way to gauge your sustainability is to zoom out and look at your week to see how it's structured. Unsure of how to do that? On today's episode, Alan is going to walk you through a framework he uses to build out the ideal week. It's simple, practical, and if implemented, you'll be able to take next steps toward a healthy sustainable pace to your life and leadership. Take your next right step Right Side Up Community UpStream Campaign

  On today's episode, Alan sits down with Pastors participating in the Phoenix Fill Up to unpack their time together and share why experiences matter.   Take your next right step Explore an Experience Join the Right Side Up Community Move upstream with us to help more leaders

It's no secret that leadership is hard. The challenges and questions associated with leading well are wide ranging. For example, how do you lead a team or organization that you didn't start?    On today's episode, Alan talks with consultant and writer Tyler Reagin about how to navigate the challenges of leading a team or organization you didn't start   About Tyler Tyler Reagin is an author the founder and CEO of The Life Giving Company. He was the President of Catalyst, a leadership development organization that exists to unify and equip leaders who love the Church through resources and experiential events.  Prior to leading the charge at Catalyst, Tyler served for seven years under the leadership of Andy Stanley as the Service Programming Director of Browns Bridge Community Church (a campus of North Point Ministries). Whether you are leading a team of 2 or 200  there is much to be gleaned from this episode. Connect with Tyler The Life Giving Leader Facebook Instagram tylerreagin.com The Life Gi

Very few leaders have a filter for saying YES and NO.  On today's episode, Alan shares the process he walks people through in determining whether to say yes or no to a new opportunity. Spend some time developing your filter ahead of time, before you’re feeling the emotion of the moment pulling on you. Take your next right step Right Side Up Community Join the Upstream Campaign

On today's episode, Alan talks with writer, leader and mom Sarah Zylstra about the challenges of living our faith out among the beauty of the story we were destined for and the brokenness of our world today About Sarah Sarah Eekhoff Zylstra is senior writer and faith-and-work editor for The Gospel Coalition. Before that, she wrote for Christianity Today, homeschooled her children, freelanced for a local daily paper, and taught at Trinity Christian College. She earned a BA in English and communication from Dordt University and an MSJ from Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. She lives with her husband and two sons in the suburbs of Chicago. Connect with Sarah Gospelbound: Living with Resolute Hope in an Anxious Age Twitter: @sarahezylstra TGC Take your next right step Join the Upstream Campaign Right Side Up Community

On today's episode, Alan talks with writer, leader and mom Bailey Hurley about her passion for community and explores some ways to cultivate healthy culture.  About Bailey Bailey lives in Denver with her husband, Tim, and their two children, Hunter and Liv. As a family, thy share a passion for welcoming people into the folds of godly community—especially Hunter who likes to have “all the peoples” over all the time. Bailey earned her M.A. in Leadership from Denver Seminary and uses her education to build a meaningful home and ministry that impacts how we daily lead our communities. Connect with Bailey Website Instagram: @baileythurley Take your next right step Explore the upstream campaign Explore the Right Side Up Community

On today's episode, Alan has a conversation  with leadership coach, author, and speaker about the importance of creating a healthy culture. This talk originally aired on our Healthy Leaders Summit. About Jenni Jenni Catron is a leadership coach, author and speaker. Her passion is to lead well and to inspire, equip and encourage others to do the same. She speaks at conferences and churches nationwide, seeking to help others develop their leadership gifts and lead confidently in the different spheres of influence God has granted them. As Founder and CEO of The 4Sight Group, she consults organizations on leadership, team culture and organizational health. Jenni is the author of several books including Clout: Discover and Unleash Your God-Given Influence and The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership. She loves a fabulous cup of tea, great books, learning the game of tennis and hiking with her husband.  Connect with Jenni  Social media at @jennicatron  www.get4sight.com. Take your next right step Upstre

There is a massive gap in kindness right now. We forget how powerful our words are. Sticks and stones can break your bones, and words do actually hurt you. Words can go where sticks and stones cant- to your heart.  On today's episode we're featuring Alan's talk with pastor and author Ashlee Eiland about leading with kindness in a brutally unkind culture.  About Ashlee Ashlee is a leader, pastor, writer, and Bible teacher who exists to join God in His redemptive work here on Earth. Her work has one purpose: to help humanity build bridges back to the Truth of who God is and between one other in redemptive, healing relationship. Her passion for Scripture, family, writing, elevating women in the Church, and the holy journey of adoption are core to who she is. Ashlee serves as Formation & Preaching Pastor at Mars Hill Bible Church in Grand Rapids. She and her husband, Delwin, have three kids, Brooklyn, Myles, and Journey. Connect with Ashlee Books Website Instagram Twitter More from Stay Forth Design

On today's episode, Alan talks to high-powered entrepreneur, mom and author Emily Ley about the joys and challenges of being a female leader and entrepreneur, how burnout shaped her and how she would make The Rock cry. About Emily Emily Ley is the founder of Simplified® - a brand of planners and organizational tools for busy women. Emily has been featured in Forbes, Family Circle, Better Homes and Gardens, Glamour, and Good Housekeeping. She has been recognized with numerous awards, including Best New Product at the National Stationery Show as well as Small Business of the Year, Female Owned Business of the Year, and Entrepreneur of the Year by Studer Community Institute. Emily and her team collaborated with AT-A-GLANCE® to create gift and planning collections carried in Office Depot, Staples, and Target. Emily is the author of national bestselling books, Grace, Not perfection: Embracing Simplicity, Celebrating Joy, A Simplified Life: Tactical Tools for Intentional Living, and When Less Becomes More: Maki

A lot has changed with how we work in the last year and the landscape looks a lot different for a lot of people.   On today's episode, Alan has a great conversation with Tricia Sciortino from Belay Solutions about all things de-centralized and how to navigate the remote world. About Tricia Born and raised in Long Island, Tricia attended the University of Hartford where she obtained a degree in Business Administration and Management. For ten years, she passionately served as a District Manager for the retail chain Pacific Sunwear, however, when her first child was born, Tricia, like many other women, found herself struggling to balance her high profile career with her new role as a mom. Seeking a more balanced life, Tricia relocated to Charlotte, NC, and scored a job working remotely supporting an executive in Atlanta, Bryan Miles. Their long-distance arrangement was so successful that when Bryan and his wife, Shannon, were looking for a way out of the corporate grind themselves and began contemplating som

On today's episode, Alan is joined by Amy Downs. Amy is an Oklahoma City Bombing Survivor, Credit Union CEO and Motivational Speaker. Alan and Amy have a powerful conversation and Amy shares her incredible story of what the Oklahoma City Bombing was like firsthand and how her life changed from that moment on. About Amy Amy Downs was one of the last survivors to be pulled from the rubble of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing in which a total of 168 people were killed including 18 of her 33 co-workers. While buried alive and waiting to die, she realized she had never really lived. Once freed from the rubble, Downs promised God she would never live her life the same. She began her career as a teller 32 years ago working for Federal Employees Credit Union located in the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building. At the time of the bombing, Downs was a credit card loan officer who flunked out of college and weighed more than 350 pounds. In the coming years, she’d not only lose 200 pounds, but become a triathlete—and even