Right-side Up Leadership Podcast

“It is not the job of our black brothers and sisters to educate us on the issue of race”. we've heard this a lot in the last few days, and we agree. We're kicking off a series titled Dear White Leaders; Black kingdom leaders speaking honestly to white leaders. On today's episode, Alan sits down with MelindaJoy Mingo for a very raw, yet encouraging and hopeful conversation. MelindaJoy was previously on episode 86 and we would encourage you to check out that episode as well.  Resources to utilize White leaders; let's educate ourselves about racism

Wisdom and discernment are always going to be in demand. People are always going to seek out and follow leaders that understand the complexities and nuances of the world around us. This is very true right now. On today's episode, Alan sits down with pastor and author Daniel Grothe for a very timely discussion about the pursuit of wisdom, and Daniels book Chasing Wisdom: The Lifelong Pursuit of Living Well.  About Daniel Daniel Grothe is the associate senior pastor at New Life Church in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He is a pastor, speaker, drummer, and author of the book Chasing Wisdom. Daniel and his wife, Lisa, live on a small hobby farm outside of Colorado Springs with their three children: Lillian, Wilson, and Wakley. Connect with Daniel New Life Church Pick up Chasing Wisdom www.DanielGrothe.com www.ChasingWisdomBook.com social media at @mrdanielgrothe. Partner with us StoreHouse Invest in your leadership Field Notes For The Leadership Journey Interested in pursuing coaching?

Today marks a major milestone for the Right-Side Up podcast, we're 100 episodes old!  On today's episode, Alan and David spend time reflecting on the podcast and unpack further unpack the idea of Right-Side Up Leadership.  Make sure you listen all the way through because as part of our 100th episode, we announce the winners of our podcast giveaway. Partner with us StoreHouse Consider coaching www.stayforth.com/coaching  

How are you (really) doing right now? That's probably the most meaningful yet seemingly hard to answer question we could ask, or be asked right now. Many of us are dealing with fatigue from increased screen time as a result of using so much technology.  As good as technology is, it can be very draining and fall short of filling the relational component we all need.   On today's episode, Alan sits down with pastor and author Jay Kim for a phenomenal conversation about his book Analog Church. They crack open what's happening right now, what's been good, and what we're losing with technology from over-relying on tech.  About Jay Jay Kim serves on staff at Vintage Faith Church, overseeing teaching and leadership, as well as on the leadership team of The ReGeneration Project. He is the author Analog Church, which explores the challenges and opportunities churches face in the digital age. Some of his written work has been featured in Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, Relevant Magazine, and Pastor Resou

Story is powerful. Everyone has one, and everyone's story is part of a much greater story, God's story. Sometimes we lose sight of that, especially when it comes to our leadership. On today's episode, Alan has a great conversation with Pastor, Author, and writer, Sam Collier about what it means to have a greater story. Sam and Alan get very practical and Sam shares some very timely advice that many will find encouraging and challenging during this season. About Sam Sam Collier is a pastor, speaker, writer, and host of the A Greater Story with Sam Collier TV show and radio podcast. He is a speaker and host at North Point Ministries, founded by Andy Stanley, and he also communicates nationally and internationally as a speaker and contributor to the ReThink Group, Orange Network, Orange Tour, Alpha International Leadership Conference, Willow Creek Global Leadership Summit, Culture Conference, and more. He has also been interviewed on numerous TV shows, podcasts, and radio programs. Collier lives with his wife

You're dealing with a lot right now. It's easy to get so focused on others that we forget to take care of ourselves. Create space for rest, reflection, and fun as we head into summer. From everyone at Stay Forth Designs, Thank you for all that you do! We have a real treat for you today on the podcast. Alan sits down with Rashawn Copeland for a great conversation about spreading hope. Rashawn is a writer, social media influencer, and former hype man for Soulja Boy. He is an amazing guy with an amazing story who is stewarding his influence to bring hope to those who feel far from God.  More about Rashawn Rashawn Copeland is the founder of I'm So Blessed Daily and Without Walls Ministries. A writer for Church Leaders, God TV, and the God's Not Dead blog, he is also the host of the Scripture and Stories podcast on the Converge Podcast Network. He also serves on the Life Church (YouVersion) Bible app team with Pastor Craig Groeschel, assisting with global digital outreach. He is a graduate of the University of

As conversations around re-entry spin up, more and more church leaders are discussing what the church is going to look like as we move forward.  On today's episode, Alan sits down with Dr. Reggie McNeal and the two have a great conversation about the future of the church and opportunities for the church to leave the building. About Reggie Dr. Reggie McNeal enjoys helping people, leaders, and Christian organizations determine and experience epic wins with Kingdom impact. He currently serves as City Coach for GoodCities of Minneapolis MN. As City Coach Reggie works with community leaders around the country to build cross-domain collaborative efforts that can move the needle on big societal issues. He provides coaching and consultation for individuals and teams in becoming more missionally-focused and Kingdom-biased in their ministry approaches. Reggie has helped to shape the church leadership conversation through his extensive speaking schedule and work as an author. His books include Revolution in Leade

Instead of trying to do 'all the things' what if you focused on that one thing that God uniquely designed you do to do and really pressed into it?  On today's episode, Alan has a great conversation with Jordan Raynor about his book Master of One: Find and Focus on the Work You Were Created to Do. Jordan shares his heart for deep work and what it looks like when we take the path of singularity and focus in on the work we were created to do, instead of trying to do all of the work. About Jordan Jordan Raynor is a serial entrepreneur and national bestselling author who helps Christians do their most exceptional work for the glory of God and the good of others. Through his books (Called to Create and Master of One), podcast, and weekly devotionals, Jordan has helped millions of Christians in every single country connect the gospel to their work. In addition to producing this content, Jordan serves as the Executive Chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech startup that has built the world's largest li

How anxious are you right now? Do you know how to identify what makes you anxious?   Anxiety is spinning all around our culture right now. As we lead through the complex times we're having to identify and process our own anxiety while simultaneously helping those we lead process theirs. Leadership was complex before COVID-19, but it is really complex right now.  In this episode, Alan has a conversation with pastor and author, Steve Cuss. Steve was on the podcast back on episode 26 where he discussed his book Managing Leadership Anxiety.  Steve talks about practical ways of identifying and acknowledging our anxiety through physical cues in our bodies. He gives insight into some of our deeper sources of anxiety in leadership and how those can be compounded right now. Steve also offers a practical solution to managing our anxiety right now through a process of creating a life-giving list of things that bring us joy, connect us to God, and make us feel like a 'kid in the kingdom'.  Take time and sit with this

We're back for part 2 of our conversation with Allen Arnold. If you haven't listened to part 1 yet back up one episode and check out part 1. Limitation creates innovation. We change when something has to happen. As a result, there are all sorts of meaningful innovations taking place right now. Some may never make it to the top of a Google search, but we are relearning the way we do things. On today's episode, Alan sits down with Allen Arnold for part 2 of our discussion about creativity and how it is blossoming right now. There's a lot of encouragement and inspiration to be found in this episode.  About Allen Arnold Allen is author of the popular allegory on creativity, The Story of With. His mission is to help people to pursue their dreams and gifting with God. He mentors and speaks to the larger creative community – including one of the most successful Shark Tank companies and Dave Ramsey's core marketing team. From the mountains of Colorado, he leads Content for Ransomed Heart – a ministry founded by

We have a great two-part series for you this week about creativity. With all that is going on right now, we believe that this crisis has created a lot of new creative opportunities.  On today's episode, Alan sits down with Allen Arnold for part 1 of a great two-part discussion about creativity and how it is blossoming right now. There's a lot of encouragement and inspiration to be found in this episode.  About Allen Arnold Allen is author of the popular allegory on creativity, The Story of With. His mission is to help people to pursue their dreams and gifting with God. He mentors and speaks to the larger creative community – including one of the most successful Shark Tank companies and Dave Ramsey's core marketing team. From the mountains of Colorado, he leads Content for Ransomed Heart – a ministry founded by the New York Times Bestselling Author of Wild at Heart, John Eldredge. Before that, Allen was the founding Publisher of Thomas Nelson Fiction where he oversaw the launch of more than 500 novels and r

We're all experiencing big paradigm shifts right now and many of us are asking questions about things we just have no control over right now. It seems like we're living in an "I don't know moment" which wages war against control we don't have but want. On today's episode, Alan has a very raw conversation with British investment banker and author Ken Costa about fear, opportunity, and how to navigate this season of life.  About Ken Ken Costa is an internationally renowned banker, having worked as Chairman of UBS Investment Bank for EMEA and Chairman of Lazard International. He is the Chairman Emeritus of Alpha International, Emeritus Professor of Commerce in Gresham College London and Dean of the Leadership College London. He and his wife, Dr Fiona Costa, live in London. They have two sons and two daughters. He is the founder of God at Work and author of three books. Ken has made two film series, the God at Work Conversations and Strange Kingdom - meditations on the cross. Connect with Ken For more in

If we are going to be a redemptive agent in the world. If we are going to bring justice. If we are going to bring mercy. If we are going to present truth in a way the world will hear it, we simply have to come together as males and females.  On today's episode, Alan sits down with Danielle Strickland to talk about her new book Better Together: How Women and Men Can Heal the Divide and Work Together to Transform the Future. This is a great conversation about how God created males and females to be part of His restorative mission in the world.  About Danielle Danielle Strickland is currently based in Toronto, Canada. Her aggressive compassion has served people firsthand in countries all over the world. From establishing Justice Departments for The Salvation Army to launching Global anti-trafficking initiatives, to creating new movements to mobilize people towards transformational living. Danielle trains, advocates, and inspires people to live differently.  Danielle is the author of 5 books with her mo

A crisis divides but it also has the ability to bring us together. Our first thought is scarcity, we're compelled to compete with one another, and yet, people are coming together to work together and collaborate with one another in amazing ways.  We've got a unique episode for you today. Alan recently talked with a group of business leaders about the need for more collaboration versus competition and the abundance mindset versus the scarcity mindset.  Let's connect   Interested in coaching? StoreHouse Facebook Instagram: @stayforthdesigns

Everyone's lives have been changed because of COVID-19. Almost overnight we experienced a huge amount of change all at once that has been traumatizing for many people.  This is a very timely episode and we really encourage you to sit with this one, slow down and really take it in.  On today's episode, Alan sits down with author, teacher, counselor, and president of Ransomed Heart, John Eldredge.  This is a very real and raw conversation about John's book Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone Mad. John shares his burnout process and how he got through it. About John John Eldredge is an author (you probably figured that out), a counselor, and a teacher. He is also president of Ransomed Heart, a ministry devoted to helping people discover the heart of God, recover their own hearts in God's love, and learn to live in God's Kingdom. John grew up in the suburbs of Los Angeles (which he hated), and spent his boyhood summers on his grandfather's cattle ranch in eastern Oregon (which he loved). J

How are you utilizing social media right now? Everyone has some degree of influence and now more than ever, we need to be careful how we're stewarding that influence especially when it comes to engaging social media.  On today's episode, Kirby Minnick stops by the podcast to talk about the good and not so good sides of social media. Kirby and Alan have a great conversation about how social media can be used to have a positive, gospel impact on people, and how to navigate the pitfalls of social media.  About Kirby Kirby Minnick is a Christ-centered content creator and influencer. She runs the Bought + Beloved podcast along with a YouTube channel, Instagram, and Twitter where she delivers weekly content that’s meant to inspire, encourage and provide joy to all who stumble upon it. She has a passion for preaching and teaching the truth of God on stage, in front of a camera, and through writing. She desires to see this generation and culture flourish in freedom and confidence in their identity, and to walk in

On today's episode, Alan sits down with MelindaJoy Mingo for a great discussion. You may remember that MJ was the recipient of our Resilliant Leader award from our Right-Side Up Leader Awards earlier this year. MelindaJoy shares her leadership journey and how God turned heartbreak into great influence that has allowed MJ to have a tremendous impact in the community and on those she leads.    This is a rich episode with practical leadership gold from someone leading from the trenches. These are uncertain times and there is great encouragement in this episode.  Partner with us: StoreHouse 

Do you have someone in your life that can be truly honest with you?  Today on the podcast we have another crucial conversation. Alan sits down with Darrin Patrick and the two have a very rich conversation about honesty, honor, accountability, and coming under the submission of others. Darrin shares his story of being removed from his church, the process of restoration he went through, and what God taught him along the way. About Darrin  Darrin Patrick is a teaching pastor at Seacoast Church. He is the founding pastor of The Journey Church and is the author of multiple books including the Dude’s Guide to Marriage. Darrin is the former chaplain to the St. Louis Cardinals and former vice-president of the Acts 29 church planting network. He has appeared in the New York Times, The Today Show and Fox and Friends for his innovative approach to reaching the un-reached. Darrin is married to Amie and they have four children. He enjoys reading, writing and coaching his kid’s sports teams. Connect with Darrin Twit

If you are a communicator in any sense of the word, this is a great episode for you. There's gold here when it comes to communicating well, and how to say a lot with a little.  On today's episode, David sits down with Timothy Mackie and Jonathan Collins from The Bible Project. They have a great discussion about how to communicate in a way that is meaningful, full of value, and this idea of intellectual empathy.  About Tim and Jon Timothy Mackie and Jonathan Collins (long-time friends and one-time roommates at Multnomah University) were tossing around ideas on how to help people read through Scripture while avoiding these common pitfalls and misunderstandings. How could complex themes of the Bible be presented in a way that was real and unapologetic but approachable? Combining Tim’s deep biblical understanding and Jon’s passion for visual storytelling, they created their first two videos in 2014 and put them online for free. The Bible Project has over 140 videos and 200 podcasts, which can all be viewe

If you're someone who listens to podcasts on 1.5x speed, this is definitely an episode you want to slow down and really listen to.  On today's episode, Alan sits down with William Paul Young for a very deep and rich conversation about hurt, healing, and restoration. You may not know Williams's name, but many of you have heard of, read or seen the movie adaptation of his book, The Shack. Alan and William have a very rich discussion about his real-life struggles, being found out, and his journey to redemption and restoration, which is the story behind The Shack.  About William William P. Young (Paul) was born a Canadian and along with three younger siblings was raised among a stone-age tribe by his missionary parents in the highlands of what was New Guinea (West Papua). The family returned to Canada where his father pastored a number of churches for various denominations. By the time he entered Canadian Bible College, Paul had attended a dozen schools. He completed his undergraduate degree in religion at W