The right kind of stress can improve your physical health, sharpen your mental clarity, and boost your leadership effectiveness. In this REVERB episode, Andy Stanley and co-host Suzy Gray dive deeper into last week’s compelling conversation with Dr. Sharon Bergquist, author of The Stress Paradox . They discuss why leaders can't afford to neglect their health, how the law of the harvest shapes your long-term impact, and what it means to lead well by starting with your own body and mind. Recognize...
Aug 11, 2025•20 min
Many leaders see stress as an enemy—something to manage, minimize, or escape. But the truth is some stress is necessary for growth and can even improve your health. In this episode, Andy sits down with Dr. Sharon Bergquist—physician, researcher, and author of The Stress Paradox —to explore how strategic, short bursts of stress can build resilience and improve performance. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/4l1Q7OU Here's what we cover in this episode: The difference between bad stres...
Aug 04, 2025•37 min
In this episode from 2015, Andy Stanley and Lane Jones unpack three essential principles that can transform your staffing approach and unlock your organization’s full potential. Whether you're building a team from scratch or refining your hiring process, you'll learn how to create a hiring system that helps your organization thrive. 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 ...
Jul 21, 2025•21 min
In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into your top leadership questions. Andy and co-host Suzy Gray continue to tackle the real-world leadership questions keeping you up at night. Whether you’re leading a team, stepping into a new role, or just trying to keep your calendar from taking over your life, Andy shares honest, practical insights shaped by decades of leadership experience. Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts T...
Jul 14, 2025•20 min
In this special Q&A episode, Andy and co-host Suzy Gray tackle the real-world leadership questions keeping you up at night. Whether you’re leading a team, stepping into a new role, or just trying to keep your calendar from taking over your life, Andy shares honest, practical insights shaped by decades of leadership experience. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/402f6Km Here's some of the questions we cover in this episode: How do you help someone grow as a leader if they don't ye...
Jul 07, 2025•31 min
Most leaders want to lead with purpose. But there’s a reason many don’t. In this episode from 2017, Andy Stanley explains why purpose is more complex than we realize. It’s not just a motivational idea, it’s a mindset shift that comes with a cost. However, when you embrace it, your leadership—and your life—take on greater meaning. 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 Lea...
Jun 16, 2025•25 min
What do you do when your organization feels stuck—but you’re working with the same people and the same resources you've always had? In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Reset: How Great Leaders Get Unstuck. Andy and Suzy unpack the surprisingly hopeful idea that you don’t always need more to do better—you just need a new approach. Discover how identifying constraints, asking the right questions, and restacking what you already have can unlock momentum and move yo...
Jun 10, 2025•13 min
Every leader eventually gets stuck. But getting unstuck doesn’t always mean hiring more staff or launching a big initiative. In this episode, bestselling author Dan Heath joins Andy to share a practical two-part reset strategy. Learn how to find leverage points, restack your existing resources, and create better results—with the team and tools you already have. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/4dsSzMd Here's what we cover in this episode: How to find the small changes that create b...
Jun 02, 2025•35 min
The best leaders know mission and vision must extend beyond the executive suite. In this episode, Andy sits down with former Ritz-Carlton president Horst Schultze to explore how great leaders build world-class service by treating every team member with dignity and purpose. You’ll discover how consistency, clarity, and empowerment at every level can transform an organization from the inside out. Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership...
May 19, 2025•30 min
What do you do when your words—intended or not—hurt someone on your team? In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on The Words that Make or Break Your Leadership. Every leader will eventually say something that lands wrong, what matters most is what happens next. Discover how leaders can use these moments to deepen trust and reinforce a healthy culture. Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To St...
May 12, 2025•20 min
Some words weigh more than others. In this episode, Andy Stanley reveals the secret to using words that shape culture, build trust, and drive success. Joined by co-host Suzy Gray, Andy unpacks the three dynamics that determine how leaders' words are received—regardless of their intent. If you want to lead better, your words need to work for you—not against you. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3GCMOz5 Here's what we cover in this episode: Why a leader’s words weigh more than everyo...
May 05, 2025•32 min
Accelerating culture begins with a clearly defined purpose statement. In this episode former CFO and current President and COO of Coke Consolidated, Dave Katz, and I discuss the importance of organizational purpose statements and what it takes to build a thriving, purpose-driven culture inside a rapidly growing organization. Special thanks to our sponsor Belay for offering a FREE resource: Five Blind Spots That Sink Your Leadership. This resource provides valuable insights on the hidden habits t...
Apr 21, 2025•28 min
The stories we tell ourselves—especially the ones that sound like excuses—can quietly limit our leadership and influence. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Transforming Your Leadership Mindset . Learn how excuses often disguise themselves as valid reasons, how they can ripple through entire organizations, and how to recognize and rethink the narratives that are holding you back. Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of...
Apr 14, 2025•20 min
The stories you tell yourself shape your decisions, influence your team, and ultimately determine your success. In this episode, leadership expert Michael Hyatt joins Andy Stanley to explore how the hidden narratives we create can either empower or limit our leadership potential. Discover practical steps to identify and rewrite the limiting beliefs holding you back, enhance your self-awareness through intentional self-talk, and foster a culture of ownership and progress in your organization. Cha...
Apr 07, 2025•32 min
Great leaders turn down the noise around them low enough and long enough to be ruthlessly curious about their emotions. In this episode Clay Scroggins and I discuss four habits you can put in place to reduce distractions and become a better leader. Special thanks to our sponsor Factor! Go to FactorMeals.com/FACTORPODCAST and use code FACTORPODCAST for 50% off your first box plus free shipping. Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership ...
Mar 17, 2025•25 min
How you handle difficult people will determine the strength of your leadership. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on How to Lead Difficult People. You’ll learn how great leaders approach difficult people with wisdom—leaning in differently when necessary and offering direct feedback where appropriate. 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 ...
Mar 10, 2025•16 min
Encountering difficult people is unavoidable. The best leaders learn how to manage their responses toward difficult people rather than mirroring their behavior. In this episode I share practical strategies for handling challenging individuals while maintaining your leadership edge. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/4bjln8M Here's what we cover in this episode: What makes someone a difficult person. (1:48) Why reacting emotionally gives difficult people power over you. (4:50) How to ...
Mar 03, 2025•21 min
Knowing your underlying motivations and how you’re wired will help you make better leadership decisions. In this episode, Ian Morgan Cron and I talk about each Enneagram type and how they approach decisions. *** IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a From the Vault episode from 2020. While we're excited to share this content with you again, please note that the discount code mentioned in the podcast is no longer valid. We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your understanding. The Andy Stanley Leaders...
Feb 17, 2025•36 min
Great leaders don’t just hear; they listen. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Why the Best Leaders Never Stop Learning . You’ll learn that when you listen, you learn, and when you learn, you lead better. 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 qui...
Feb 10, 2025•17 min
Great leaders never stop learning. They choose curiosity over criticism, becoming students of new ideas rather than protectors of the status quo. In this episode I discuss how to resist the natural resistance of embracing new ideas in your organizations. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/4ggnxqK Here's what we cover in this episode: Why resistance of new ideas is natural. (2:06) The challenges of facing new ideas. (5:35) Practical ways to shift our thinking toward being a student. (...
Feb 03, 2025•27 min
Creating and maintaining corporate culture can sometimes feel insignificant, but healthy organizational culture is a strategic asset that drives customer and employee retention, customer satisfaction, and profitability. In this episode from 2021 former Southwest Airlines Senior Vice President of Culture and Communications, Ginger Hardage, and I discuss five common misconceptions that stand in the way of healthy corporate cultures. The Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast is one of Forbes' 6 Leadershi...
Jan 20, 2025•41 min
In order to achieve sustainable success, leaders must proactively evaluate and improve their systems. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Utilizing Systems to Empower People and Drive Results. Discover the importance of regular audits, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement rather than reactive crisis management. 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 ...
Jan 13, 2025•14 min
Great leaders know that productivity starts with strong systems. These systems shape your culture, influence behaviors, and determine results. In this episode, I discuss practical ways to create and monitor effective systems in your organization. Here's what we cover in this episode: (0:00) Intro (3:16) Why systems control behaviors (9:30) Three key questions to see the systems in your organization (14:48) The relationship between organizational systems and organizational culture (16:36) Questio...
Jan 06, 2025•26 min
No one enjoys failure, but what if there was a way to get a positive return on your failure? In this episode from 2022 New York Times bestselling author, John Maxwell, and I discuss the importance of embracing failure and how to leverage it for overall success. The Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast is 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 ...
Dec 16, 2024•30 min
Legacy matters more than reputation because legacy has to do with ultimate over immediate . In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on Building Your Leadership Legacy Now . Learn how investing in others is the ultimate mark of a leader as we explore lessons learned from great leaders who left a lasting impact—and warnings from those who didn’t. Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the...
Dec 09, 2024•22 min
Legacy is an ongoing process that is built daily, whether intentionally or unintentionally. In this episode, John Maxwell and I discuss the practical steps leaders can take today to build their legacy. Here's what we cover in this episode: (0.00) - Intro (0.45) - Legacy defined (9.00) - What legacy requires (22.50) - The practical steps to build your legacy now Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3V8S1Dd Head to FACTORMEALS.com/50ASLP and use code 50aslp to get 50% off your first box ...
Dec 02, 2024•40 min
Every leader can grow beyond driving performance and business success and create a deep sense of community. In this episode from 2021 Sangram Vajre and I discuss the framework for building a culture of "belongship" in any organization. The Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast is 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 hel...
Nov 18, 2024•30 min
There is a balance between individual rights and personal responsibility. In this special episode I discuss why our nation's future depends not just on our rights, but on how we choose to exercise those rights for the common good. 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 Spotif...
Nov 11, 2024•10 min
Disagreement is inevitable, but division is a choice. In this episode I discuss how even while navigating yet another heated election season, there is a path through the turmoil. We can bridge our differences and make a real impact without falling into the traps of division and fear. Here's what we cover in this episode: (0:00) - Intro (0:43) - Today's political climate (2:12) - The way forward (5:15) - The optimal environment for problem-solving (8:00) The choice we have Download the applicatio...
Nov 04, 2024•10 min
One key to achieving entrepreneurial success is clearly defining and articulating the win both personally and professionally. In this episode from 2021, Sangram Vajre and I discuss six must-have elements to help you define your wins and create a successful organization. The Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast is 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 ma...
Oct 21, 2024•24 min
