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8 New Leadership Books to Read + Scott Beck, co-founder of GLOO and past President of Blockbuster and Einstein's Bagels

See below the list of 8 New Books to Read. And also check out my intervieww with Scott Beck on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 206. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Scott Beck is a longtime entrepreneur, co-founder and CEO of GLOO, past CEO of Einstein’s Bagels and Boston Market, and President and COO of Blockbuster. Scott has almost 50 years of executive experience, starting off by working at Waste Management as a teenager, and multiple seasons of executive leadership. And a longtime investor and venture advisor, with notable companies like Ancestry and Home Advisors. We discuss leadership, why connection matters, lessons from Blockbuster, how to create a win/win, the power of family, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and OVERFLOW for being our trusted partners on this episode.

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Donate to the ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. Along with earthquake and violence victims in the Middle East. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

OVERFLOW

Change the way you give with Overflow. Visit http://overflow.co/h3. Overflow is a simple way for your congregation to give through Apple Pay, Google Pay, stock, debit, credit, and cryptocurrency. Plus discover Overflow Tap, which allows attendees to simply tap their phone on the chair in front of them, for giving, registering for events, and filling out connection cards. Discover effortless generosity with Overflow. Visit http://overflow.co/h3 for ONE YEAR FREE of Apple Pay and Google Pay when launching Overflow Tap. Visit http://overflow/co/h3 to learn more.

8 New Books to Read

High Road Leadership – John C Maxwell 

Worthy – Jamie Kern Lima 

The Score That Matters – Ryan Hawk 

Elevate and Dominate – Deion Sanders 

Right Thing, Right Now – Ryan Holiday (releases June 2024) 

Think Remarkable – Guy Kawasaki 

The Anxious Generation – from Jonathan Haidt 

Difficult Conversations Don’t Have to Be Difficult – Jon Gordon

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

8 New Podcasts to Check Out + Dan Britton, Speaker, Author, Leadership Expert and EVP of FCA

See below the list of 8 New Podcasts to Know. And also check out my intervieww with Dan Britton on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 205. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Dan Britton is Exec VP of International Ministry at Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Dan has been part of FCA for 34 years, and is a speaker, author of multiple books, and leadership expert. We discuss the power of consistency, how to lead through Free Agency, NIL and the transfer portal, intentionality, what the best leaders focus on, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and TOUCHPOINT SOFTWARE for being our trusted partners on this episode.

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Donate to the ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. Along with earthquake and violence victims in the Middle East. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

TOUCHPOINT SOFTWARE

A comprehensive CMS software for your church or nonprofit ministry. Find out more at http://touchpointsoftware.com. The TouchPoint Software is designed to help your church create community. The platform includes small group management, volunteer coordination, online and mobile giving options, enhanced communication tools, a Church app, and of course their Database Management Software. Partner today to increase connection and engagement with your congregation. Visit http://touchpointsoftware.com to learn more and set up a FREE demo. Again, visit http://touchpointsoftware.com today.

8 New Podcasts to Check Out

Next Sunday Podcast - Jim Sheppard and Frank Bealer new podcast  from Generis 

The ARO Podcast – Joey Odom 

In Good Company Podcast – with Nicolai Tangen 

In Good Faith Podcast – Chelsea and Judah Smith 

Mature Me Podcast - with Rich Wilkerson Jr 

THINQ Media Podcast – from THINQ Media 

Next Up Podcast – with Grant Skeldon and Will Chung 

Beyond the Letter Podcast – episode I was on – Season 2 episode 27 – unexpected lessons in leadership   

BONUS - Grow Leader with Chris Hodges

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

April Top Ten Leadership List + Paul Daugherty, pastor of Victory Church, on Winning the Battle in Mental Health Battle

It’s the April Top Ten Leadership List. Check out the list below. And also check out my intervieww with Paul Daugherty on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 204. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Paul Daugherty is lead pastor of Victory Church in Tulsa, one of the largest churches in America. Paul is the author of Mind Games, host of a weekly leadership podcast, frequent speaker at conferences, and long time songwriter and musician. We discuss mental and emotional health, taking over the Church his parents started, navigating anxiety, tools for leaders today, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and TOUCHPOINT SOFTWARE for being our trusted partners on this episode.

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Donate to the ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. Along with earthquake and violence victims in the Middle East. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

TOUCHPOINT SOFTWARE

A comprehensive CMS software for your church or nonprofit ministry. Find out more at http://touchpointsoftware.com. The TouchPoint Software is designed to help your church create community. The platform includes small group management, volunteer coordination, online and mobile giving options, enhanced communication tools, a Church app, and of course their Database Management Software. Partner today to increase connection and engagement with your congregation. Visit http://touchpointsoftware.com to learn more and set up a FREE demo. Again, visit http://touchpointsoftware.com today.

April Top Ten Leadership List

Resources

GoodBids – Seth Godin’s new charity auction project 

Cara Dumaplin – Taking Cara Babies 

Box to Box Films – the production company behind Drive to Survive, Full Swing, Tour De France, and other docuseries

Podcasts

Good Work Podcast with Barrett Brooks – first episode is 90 minute interview with James Clear

Grow Leader with Chris Hodges

Articles 

An Update on the 4 day Workweek – from NPR 

The 6 Drivers of Business Growth – from Ramsey Solutions

Books 

The Anxious Generation – from Jonathan Haidt

Interview with Jonathan Haidt about his new book The Anxious Generation – on the Russell Moore Podcast 

Difficult Conversations Don’t Have to Be Difficult – Jon Gordon

Music 

New EP from Elevation Worship – Another One/All of a Sudden 

God is (LIVE) - New Life Worship

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Career Advice from Former Pepsi COO Grace Puma and Former Nike Executive Christiana Smith Shi

Check out my interview with Grace Puma and Christiana Smith Shi on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 203. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Grace Puma and Christiana Smith Shi are co-authors of the new book Career Forward: Strategies from Women Who've Made It. Grace is former COO of PepsiCo, and Christiana is a former executive with NIKE and also Senior Partner at McKinsey & Co. We discuss their corporate careers, the difference between a job and a career, why sponsors and mentors are so important, keys for career advancement, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and PHASE FRANCHISE PARTNERS for being our trusted partners on this episode.

PHASE FRANCHISE PARTNERS

Phase exists to help churches have a multi-use strategy and specializes in helping churches own and operate a child development center that will activate your building space like never before. Their support service helps you navigate design, licensing, marketing and ongoing operation. Visit http://phasefranchise.com for more info and to talk with their team. Get on the path to greater use of your space and great impact in your community. Again, visit http://phasefranchise.com and schedule a call and download their FREE ebook today.

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Donate to the ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. Along with earthquake and violence victims in the Middle East. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Preston Sprinkle, host of Theology in the Raw Podcast and NYT best-selling author + 5 Things from the Internet

Check out my intervieww with Preston Sprinkle on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 202. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

PRESTON SPRINKLE is a speaker, host of the uber popular Theology in the Raw Podcast, NYT best-selling author, and president of The Center for Faith, Sexuality and Gender. Preston's recent book is entitled Exiles: The Church in the Shadow of Empire. Preston is a go to thought leader and theologian regarding tough cultural topics. We discuss leadership, identity and gender, how to navigate politics in an election year, how the Church can engage culture, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to GENERIS and PHASE FRANCHISE PARTNERS for being our trusted partners on this episode.

PHASE FRANCHISE PARTNERS

Phase exists to help churches have a multi-use strategy and specializes in helping churches own and operate a child development center that will activate your building space like never before. Their support service helps you navigate design, licensing, marketing and ongoing operation. Visit http://phasefranchise.com for more info and to talk with their team. Get on the path to greater use of your space and great impact in your community. Again, visit http://phasefranchise.com and schedule a call and download their FREE ebook today.

GENERIS 

Get your FREE Generosity Pulse Report. A FREE tool designed to provide insights and assess the health of generosity and giving in your Church. Generis will help accelerate generosity in your church, school, college or non-profit. For over 30 years Generis has helped thousands of churches and non profits develop a sustainable culture of generosity to fund their God-inspired vision. Get started at http://generis.com/h3 to schedule a completely free Pulse Report and set up a complimentary 30-minute coaching session. Again, visit http://generis.com/h3 to get started.

5 Things from the Internet

Top tips for achieving predictable success- from Les McKeown 

14 Best Books on Leading People Well and Building Culture – from Craig Groeschel

7 Best Books on Creativity, Innovation, and Writing Great Content – from Craig Groeschel 

Reading is so sexy for Gen Z – article from The Guardian – physical books are still in 

Faith and Friction Podcast – including friends ChiChi and Tracy Onyekanne 

3 new music albums

Cover the Earth- Naomi Raine

Moments (LIVE) – from Bethel Music

Made for More - Josh Baldwin

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.