The harsh reality of leadership is that the more successful you are, the less accessible you become. Common dilemmas are deciding who gets your time, when they get it, and how much they get. In this episode from 2012, I discuss how to manage these tensions. Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering an exclusive resource called Rise Up and Lead Well. In this resource, you will learn how leveraging an assistant can maximize your time, helpful for any rising leader ready to elevate their productivity and focus on what matters most. Get your free resource today. 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. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leaders not only have to give the gift of trust, but they must also give the gift of trustworthiness. In this REVERB episode, we dig into this idea from last week's episode The Importance of Trust in Leadership, and what this practically looks like in organizational life.  We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey: https://bit.ly/3RMcURZ 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. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When there are gaps between what we expect people to do and what they actually do, we should choose to fill those gaps with trust rather than suspicion. In this episode, I explain why. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3x884YI  Here's what we cover in this episode: -How gaps happen   -How leaders choose what goes in those gaps -Developing the discipline of filling those gap -Why we tend to choose suspicion over trust -Effects of distrust -Benefits of extending trust -What to do when someone continues to create a gap between what we expect and what we experience  -Four commitments leaders should make to their direct reports We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey: https://bit.ly/3RMcURZ 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. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I reveal the two best-kept leadership secrets that may surprise you in this episode from 2010. Thank you to our partner, Factor Meals! Go to FactorMeals.com/ASLP50 and use code "ASLP50" for 50% off (ASLP as in Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast).  We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey: https://bit.ly/3RMcURZ 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. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happiness is a direction, not a destination. In this REVERB episode, we dig deeper into this important topic from last week's episode The Blueprint to Happiness with Arthur Brooks with steps to help you become a happier leader. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey: https://bit.ly/3RMcURZ Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering an exclusive resource called Delegate to Elevate. In the book, you will learn how to stop diluting your efforts by trusting your team with more responsibility. This will empower you to courageously focus on your strengths and delegate your weaknesses—developing your future leaders in the process. Get your free resource today. 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. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happiness expert Arthur Brooks shares the blueprint for leaders to build a happier life. Arthur is a New York Times bestseller and professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and the Harvard Business School where he teaches courses on leadership, happiness, and social entrepreneurship. He is also a columnist at The Atlantic where he writes the popular weekly column “How to Build a Life.” Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/4bSn9gP Here's what we cover in this episode: -What every person needs to understand to become happier -The key to emotional self-management -Four areas to focus on to get happier -Three actionable steps to get happier Listen to the From Strength to Strength episode. Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering an exclusive resource called Delegate to Elevate. In the book, you will learn how to stop diluting your efforts by trusting your team with more responsibility. This will empower you to courageously focus on your strengths and delegate your weaknesses—developing your future leaders in the process. Get your free resource today. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey: https://bit.ly/3RMcURZ 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. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The key to successful leadership is having a courageous business plan that leads to a daring destination—and then humbly coming alongside the team to get there. In this episode from 2016, Cheryl Bachelder and I discuss practical steps to guide you toward your daring destination.  Thank you to our partner, Factor Meals! Go to FactorMeals.com/ASLP50 and use code "ASLP50" for 50% off (ASLP as in Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast).  We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey: https://bit.ly/3RMcURZ 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. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Changing the direction an organization is heading in is difficult. In this REVERB episode, we dig deeper into this important topic from last week's episode Leading Toward a Preferred Destination with steps to help you go from where you are to where you want to be. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey: https://bit.ly/3RMcURZ Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering an exclusive resource called Delegate to Elevate. In the book, you will learn how to stop diluting your efforts by trusting your team with more responsibility. This will empower you to courageously focus on your strengths and delegate your weaknesses—developing your future leaders in the process. Get your free resource today. 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. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Direction, not intention, determines your destination. In this episode, I share how to go from where you are to where you want to be. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/3Otwq4X Here's what we cover in this episode: -The Principle of the Path -How to ensure you’re on the right path to your success -The responsibility each of us has for our own choices, lives, and leadership -Staying on the right path, even amid obstacles and setbacks -What to do when you realize you’ve stepped on the wrong path -How The Principle of the Path applies organizationally  Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering an exclusive resource called Delegate to Elevate. In the book, you will learn how to stop diluting your efforts by trusting your team with more responsibility. This will empower you to courageously focus on your strengths and delegate your weaknesses—developing your future leaders in the process. Get your free resource today. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey: https://bit.ly/3RMcURZ 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. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If leaders stand in one place long enough, the organization will eventually organize around them. In this episode from 2014, I discuss three contributing factors to strategic presence and how to ensure it doesn't become a problem. Thank you to our partner, Hello Fresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/ASLPFree and use code "ASLPFree" for FREE breakfast for life (ASLP as in Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast). One breakfast item per box while the subscription is active. We want to get to know you better! Please take a few minutes to tell us about yourself by taking our audience survey: https://bit.ly/3RMcURZ 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. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.