Leadership Lessons From The Great Books

Leadership Toolbox Podcast Network

Understanding great literature is better than trying to read and understand (yet) another business book, Leadership Lessons From The Great Books leverages insights from the GREAT BOOKS of the Western canon to explain, dissect, and analyze leadership best practices for the post-modern leader. read less
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Episodes

Leadership and Emotional Sabotage: Resisting the Anxiety That Will Wreck Your Family, Destroy Your Church, and Ruin the World by Joe Rigney w/Brian Bagley
Jan 22 2025
Leadership and Emotional Sabotage: Resisting the Anxiety That Will Wreck Your Family, Destroy Your Church, and Ruin the World by Joe Rigney w/Brian Bagley
#135 - Leadership and Emotional Sabotage: Resisting the Anxiety That Will Wreck Your Family, Destroy Your Church, and Ruin the World by Joe Rigney w/Brian Bagley---00:00 Welcome and Introduction - Leadership and Emotional Sabotage: Resisting the Anxiety That Will Wreck Your Family, Destroy Your Church, and Ruin the World by Joe Rigney05:05 "Joe Rigney's Succinct Exploration"07:35 Leading Through Crisis and Emotional Sabotage12:52 Worldviews and Postmodern Meaning Crisis14:55 John Piper: Pioneer of Passion Movement20:04 Apocalyptic Beliefs vs. Political Involvement22:54 "Christian Nationalism" and Emotional Sabotage25:41 Feminine Temperament's Impact on Discourse29:44 Winsome Church Planting Approach31:04 From Working with John Piper to Blogging in Idaho35:56 Elon Musk's Stand for Free Speech38:05 "The Limits of Material Reality"43:12 Empathy vs. Sympathy in Grief45:55 Empathy's Limits and Evil Intent49:50 "Rigney's Guide for Systemic Change"51:12 Masculine Discourse in Public Debate56:54 "Objective Standards Against Manipulation"58:05 Quick, Worthwhile Book Summary---Opening and closing themes composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the 2022 Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out HSCT Publishing at: https://www.hsctpublishing.com/.Check out LeadingKeys at: https://www.leadingkeys.com/Check out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/Contact HSCT for more information at 1-833-216-8296 to schedule a full DEMO of LeadingKeys with one of our team members.---Leadership ToolBox website: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Leadership ToolBox LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ldrshptlbx/.Leadership ToolBox YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershiptoolbox/videosLeadership ToolBox Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldrshptlbx.Leadership ToolBox IG: https://www.instagram.com/leadershiptoolboxus/.Leadership ToolBox FB: https://www.facebook.com/LdrshpTl
Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry into the Value of Work by Matthew B. Crawford
Jan 15 2025
Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry into the Value of Work by Matthew B. Crawford
#134 - Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry into the Value of Work by Matthew B. Crawford---00:00 Welcome and Introduction - Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry into the Value of Work by Matthew B. Crawford.05:55 Discussing "Shop Class as Soulcraft" core ideas.11:24 Matthew B. Crawford: Author exploring work, virtue, vehicles.14:17 Matthew B. Crawford: humble origins, manual competency, influence.20:07 Craftsmanship values substance over appearance in leadership.23:19 Wisdom evolved; now focuses on practical knowledge.25:25 Education misaligns with practical skills for life.31:46 Virtual world vs. reality: leaders must choose.34:09 "12 Rules for Leaders": Intentional leadership guide.39:34 Loss of autonomy with the rise of technology.41:46 Rethink education, embrace manual competency, challenge systems.47:23 "College students need pragmatic problem-solving books."52:42 Begin with basics: real-world skills, reduce narcissism.54:16 Narcissists struggle with real-world competence limitations.58:03 Subscribe and review the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books podcast.---Opening and closing themes composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the 2022 Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ .Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribe.Check out HSCT Publishing at: https://www.hsctpublishing.com/.Check out LeadingKeys at: https://www.leadingkeys.com/.Check out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Contact HSCT for more information at 1-833-216-8296 to schedule a full DEMO of LeadingKeys with one of our team members.---Leadership ToolBox website: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Leadership ToolBox LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ldrshptlbx/.Leadership ToolBox YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershiptoolbox/videosLeadership ToolBox Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldrshptlbx.Leadership ToolBox IG: https://www.instagram.com/leadershiptoolboxus/.Leadership ToolBox FB: https://www.facebook.com/LdrshpTl
When the Man Comes Around by Douglas Wilson and The Book of Revelation w/Brian Bagley
Dec 31 2024
When the Man Comes Around by Douglas Wilson and The Book of Revelation w/Brian Bagley
Leadership Lessons From the Great Books #133 - When the Man Comes Around by Douglas Wilson and The Book of Revelation w/Brian Bagley---00:00 Welcome and Introduction - When the Man Comes Around by Douglas Wilson and The Book of Revelation.08:59 Book Explains Postmillennialism and Reformed Theology.15:55 Early Church Councils' Traditions, Scripture, and Discontents.19:50 Christianity's History: Struggles, Influences, Key Figures.25:51 Doug Wilson's COVID Position.31:36 What Will You Build If Jesus Isn't Here on Earth to Do It?36:26 The Book of Revelation: Jerusalem's Fall and The New Church Age.38:30 John's Revelation: A Vision of Christ and The Seven Churches.47:46 The Nation of Israel Became Babylon.49:28 Jesus Critiques Religious Leaders and Predicts Persecution Consequences.55:32 Beast Demands Worship, Enforces Mark, and Deceives Mankind.59:52 Historical Patterns Favor Christendom Over the Islamic World.01:06:19 Ancient World Valued Sacrifice for Faith Deeply.01:14:19 Emperor Nero Linked to Persecution and Mark Symbolism.01:19:40 The King James Bible's Inaccessible Language.01:26:25 Schofield Bible Influenced Middle-Class Americans' Theological Battle.01:29:54 Premillennialists and Postmillennialists Differ on Christ's Return.01:37:44 Dispensationalists Believe Israel's Reconstitution Precedes Rapture.01:43:15 Everyone Has Their Version of The Apocalypse.01:47:43 EOY 2024 Wrap-Up: Evolving After 100 Episodes.01:50:34 Close and Summary: Christ Judges; Leaders Should Be Humble, And God-Fearing.---Opening and closing themes composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Gary DeMar and American Vision - https://americanvision.org/about/staff-profiles/.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the 2022 Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ .Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribe.Check out HSCT Publishing at: https://www.hsctpublishing.com/.Check out LeadingKeys at: https://www.leadingkeys.com/.Check out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Contact HSCT for more information at 1-833-216-8296 to schedule a full DEMO of LeadingKeys with one of our team members.---Leadership ToolBox website: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Leadership ToolBox LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ldrshptlbx/.Leadership ToolBox YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershiptoolbox/videosLeadership ToolBox Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldrshptlbx.Leadership ToolBox IG: https://www.instagram.com/leadershiptoolboxus/.Leadership ToolBox FB: https://www.facebook.com/LdrshpTl
The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry aka William Sydney Porter w/Tom Libby
Dec 25 2024
The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry aka William Sydney Porter w/Tom Libby
#132 - The Gift of the Magi/Short Stories by O. Henry (William Sydney Porter) w/Tom Libby---00:00 Exploring leadership lessons from O. Henry's story.09:05 William Sydney Porter charged, imprisoned, wrote stories.12:34 Licensure is now formal, unlike 200 years ago.18:14 At least three jailed for non-murder crimes.21:40 Porter used O. Henry pseudonym to hide shame.30:47 Treat others kindly; you'll need them later.34:44 O. Henry's stories contrast Gilded Age's wealth.40:22 Perception shapes reality; experiences influence storytelling.45:00 Everyone faces personal trauma; understand and leverage.50:31 Mastering style, motivation, delivery is achievable.56:15 Della prepared for Jim's arrival nervously.59:14 Gifted expensive combs for hair she sold.01:06:38 Della benefits more; her hair will regrow.01:10:34 Decisions during COVID's early days were uncertain.---Opening and closing themes composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the 2022 Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ .Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribe.Check out HSCT Publishing at: https://www.hsctpublishing.com/.Check out LeadingKeys at: https://www.leadingkeys.com/.Check out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Contact HSCT for more information at 1-833-216-8296 to schedule a full DEMO of LeadingKeys with one of our team members.---Leadership ToolBox website: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Leadership ToolBox LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ldrshptlbx/.Leadership ToolBox YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershiptoolbox/videosLeadership ToolBox Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldrshptlbx.Leadership ToolBox IG: https://www.instagram.com/leadershiptoolboxus/.Leadership ToolBox FB: https://www.facebook.com/Ldrshp
Poems by Alfred, Lord Tennyson w/Ryan J. Stout and Dr. Moumin Quazi
Dec 11 2024
Poems by Alfred, Lord Tennyson w/Ryan J. Stout and Dr. Moumin Quazi
#130 - Poems by Alfred, Lord Tennyson w/Ryan J. Stout and Dr. Moumin Quazi---00:00 Lifelong quest for knowledge and legacy fulfillment.18:53 Generational influence and struggle to pass legacy.30:33 Honoring language, nostalgia, poetry process, 17 years.41:43 Science clarifies understanding, not fragmenting knowledge.51:03 Debate: evolution vs. creationism and existence meaning57:36 America's lack of public grieving for disasters.01:11:02 Mythological past remains relevant and impactful today.01:20:18 Tiny Toons echoed Looney Tunes' classical elements.01:30:40 Tennyson's legacy is enduring; would embrace Internet.01:39:19 Focus long-term, not short-term. Prioritize independence.01:58:03 It's good to think and have consciousness.02:00:20 Tennyson's work profoundly impacted my understanding.---Opening and closing themes composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the 2022 Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ .Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribe.Check out HSCT Publishing at: https://www.hsctpublishing.com/.Check out LeadingKeys at: https://www.leadingkeys.com/.Check out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Contact HSCT for more information at 1-833-216-8296 to schedule a full DEMO of LeadingKeys with one of our team members.---Leadership ToolBox website: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Leadership ToolBox LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ldrshptlbx/.Leadership ToolBox YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershiptoolbox/videosLeadership ToolBox Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldrshptlbx.Leadership ToolBox IG: https://www.instagram.com/leadershiptoolboxus/.Leadership ToolBox FB: https://www.facebook.com/Ldrshp