Keys to Delivering a Great Speech

On this episode of The Idea Talks we discuss the 10 Keys to Delivering a Great Speech! Today’s podcast is not specifically addressing Biblical preaching.  Preaching is clearly inherently so much more than a simple speech.  However, there are many elements that the preacher can learn from the professional speaker. Today we will see that a speaker must: Analyzing the audience Have a Passion for … Continue reading Keys to Delivering a Great Speech

Leadership is not Influence

Leadership is more than influence! I was 15 years old when someone handed me my first leadership book.  Boldly embossed on the deep black cover were these words written in gold: The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership.  So many of the lessons John Maxwell taught in that book have guided me on life’s journey.  From the dish room at a Christian camp to the pulpit … Continue reading Leadership is not Influence

Believe & Achieve the Impossible

These are the notes for our most recent podcast episode! Sit back – relax – and enjoy the show.   We are limited by our unbelief more than any other factor. (Time, money, talent, education, etc.) Belief Shapes Reality Some people will never move forward because they just don’t believe it is possible.  Success & Failure all begin with a single thought and then are … Continue reading Believe & Achieve the Impossible

Leading Yourself First

When we are foolish, we want to conquer the world. When we are wise, we want to conquer ourselves. So many men and women desire to be leaders.  We strive to be the one other look to for encouragement, direction, and help.  Yet, isn’t it highly unlikely that God will allow you to lead others if he sees that you are not leading yourself. In this … Continue reading Leading Yourself First

The Power of Autonomy

In this episode of The Idea Talks Podcast we discuss the “8 Myths about Setting Boundaries” found in Henry Cloud’s wonderful book Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life. Enjoy this episode as we discover that boundaries are necessary and helpful to the life of any productive leader! 8 Myths about Setting Boundaries I’m Selfish if I set Boundaries … Continue reading The Power of Autonomy