leadership

How to Be a Great Connector + 10 Leaders You Should Know

Check out my breakdown of being a Connector compared to a Networker on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 177 as well as below. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

I break down the power of being a connector compared to a networker. Including why connectors are always invited into the room and networkers only want to get in the room. Plus check out the list of 10 Leaders You Should Know. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to KINSMEN JOURNAL and OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD for being our trusted partners on this episode.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

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KINSMEN JOURNAL

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Connectors VS Networkers - Connecting Compared to Networking

Connectors are others focused. Networkers are me focused.

Connectors have an abundance and generosity mindset. Others winning is a win.

Networkers are small thinkers and protect and hoard. Others winning is a threat.

Connectors are multiplication minded because of collaboration as the lead story. Networkers are addition minded because of one on one acquisition as the lead story.

Connectors are relational and transformational. Networkers are transactional.

Connectors are long term. Networkers are short term.

Connectors are true Catalysts, focused on sparking a change but leaving no residue of themselves.

Connectors add value to others. Networkers subtract and pull value from others.

Networkers keep score. Connectors always win regardless of the score.

Connectors are kingdom minded. Networkers are temporal minded.

Connectors are generous. Networkers are selfish.

Connectors have influence and impact and legacy.

Connectors are memorable. Networkers I want to erase from my memory.

I look forward to seeing a connector. But networkers I try to avoid at all costs.

Connectors are power brokers. Networkers are power seekers.

Connectors are invited and included. Networkers are avoided and left out. 

Networkers are controlling. Connectors are releasing and empowering, which creates currency and appropriate power. 

Connectors have equity and credit, which leads to credibility. Networkers are renters and simply move on once they’ve gotten what they want.

Connectors control the room by inviting others in. Networkers work the room by trying to get in.

I stay away from networkers in the green room, but connectors I move toward and hope to get time with them

Networkers are one hit wonders. Connectors are long term contributors and participants.

10 Leaders You Need to Know

Raymond Chang – author, pastor, speaker, executive director of the TenX10 Campaign and movement, and president of the Asian American Christian Collaborative.

Carrie Williams – president of Leadership Network and Exponential NEXT.

Vincent Lacsamana – entrepreneur, artist, singer

Kevin Seoentrepreneur and co founder, Sonic Speed Café

Ben Chung – former member of Jabbawockeez dance group, now entrepreneur and part of KINJAZ

Noah Herrin – author of Holy Habits and lead pastor of Way Church in Nashville.

Taylor Jones and Eric Brown – co founders of Whiteboard, a Chattanooga based digital agency focused on branding, websites, and activation.

Jess Ekstrom – speaker, best-selling author, founder of Headbands of Hope and founder of Mic Drop Workshop.

Ryan Britt – executive pastor of Church of Eleven22 in Jacksonville, FL

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.

Trade Boring Prayers for Real Connection with God with Addison Bevere + 5 Things from the Internet

Check out my interview with Addison Bevere on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 176. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Our guest is Addison Bevere, author of multiple books, including his newest book Words with God, along with COO of Messenger International, a global ministry impacting millions in over 150 countries with translated Bible and Christian resources, and the co-founder of Sons and Daughters. We discuss leadership, prayer, staying fresh in ministry, making prayer a consistent habit, the power of encouraging words for others, and more. Plus check out the 5 Things from the Internet List for this week. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

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

CONVOY OF HOPE

Donate to the Maui Wildfires Relief work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is the 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 victims in Morocco. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

COMPASSION

Over 2 million children are being impacted daily by the work of Compassion International. Let’s focus on kids in Ecuador. Join the movement and sponsor a child in Ecuador at http://compassion.com/h3. One leader, like me and you, sponsors one child. One sponsorship ensures food, clean water, education, medical checkups, and spiritual discipleship. All in partnership through the local church. Go to http://compassion.com/h3 to sponsor a child. Join me in bringing hope to a waiting child in Ecuador today.

5 Things from the Internet

Arthur Brooks interview on Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast

Outreach 100 2023 List of the Largest, Fastest, and Multiplication Focused Churches

24 Leadership Principles from Great Leaders – from Ryan Holiday

2022 Research Project on Different Generations at Work – from Ernst and Young

What are people of no faith looking for in faith focused conversations? – from Barna Group

New Heights Podcast – Travis and Jason Kelce

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 for you + Dr. Charles Mugisha, co-founder of Africa New Life and Rwandan Leader

8 New Podcasts to check out below. Plus, listen in on my interview with Dr. Charles Mugisha on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 175. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Dr. Charles Mugisha is the co-founder of Africa New Life, reconciliation leader in Rwanda, and Lead Pastor of New Life Bible Church in Kigali, Rwanda. Charles is one of the most respected and influential leaders in the entire country of Rwanda. We discuss the history of Africa New Life, lessons for building influence, encouragement for pastors, discerning God's call, the power of reconciliation, and more. Plus check out 8 new podcasts to subscribe to. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD and OVERFLOW for being our trusted partners on this episode. I encourage you to partner with them!

OVERFLOW

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OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Join in on the Shoebox Campaign this fall at http://samaritanspurse.org/occ. Be a part of sending the Gospel around the world by packing a shoebox Christmas gift! Millions of boys and girls around the world will be impacted and invited into the Greatest Journey discipleship course. Through OCC more than 17 million boys and girls have made a decision to trust Christ. Find everything you need to get started by visiting http://samaritanspurse.org/occ.

8 Podcasts to Check Out

Strike Force Five – with Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert, Seth Myers, and John Oliver

Social Dallas Podcast with Robert Madu

How to Build a Happy Life Podcast – with Arthur Brooks

Awaken Network Podcast – with Jon Tyson and others

Leaders in Living Rooms with Sean Morgan – The Ascent Leader

Jabin Chavez Leadership Podcast

Become New with John Ortberg

Paula Faris Show

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.

Top Ten Leadership List for September + Dr. Alex Gee, Community Activist and Social Enttrepreneur

It’s the September Top Ten Leadership List! Plus, check out my interview with Dr Alex Gee on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 174. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Dr. Alex Gee has impacted the city of Madison, WI in powerful ways over the last 40 years. Alex is founder of the Nehemiah Center, host of the Black Like Me Podcast, Lead Pastor of Fountain of Life Church, author, social entrepreneur and community activist. We discuss how to have influence in your community, faithfulness over 40 years in one city, collaboration, and much more. Plus check out the September Top Ten Leadership List. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

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

CONVOY OF HOPE

Donate to the Maui Wildfires Relief work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is the 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 victims in Morocco. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

COMPASSION

Over 2 million children are being impacted daily by the work of Compassion International. Let’s focus on kids in Ecuador. Join the movement and sponsor a child in Ecuador at http://compassion.com/h3. One leader, like me and you, sponsors one child. One sponsorship ensures food, clean water, education, medical checkups, and spiritual discipleship. All in partnership through the local church. Go to http://compassion.com/h3 to sponsor a child. Join me in bringing hope to a waiting child in Ecuador today.

September Top Ten Leadership List

Podcasts

Awaken Network Podcast – with Jon Tyson and others

Social Dallas Podcast with Robert Madu

Music

The Maverick Way – Maverick City Music

Pneuma (LIVE) – The Belonging Co Worship

Books

Build the Life You Want – Arthur Brooks and Oprah Winfrey

All it Takes is a Goal – Jon Acuff

Holy Habits – Noah Herrin

Articles

The Pastoral Succession Dilemma Research – from The Barna Group

Gen Z is Starting to Give up on College – from Business Insider

New Movie and Event 

Surprised by Oxford – new film in theaters September 27

Next Gen Summit – November 10-11 in Nashville 

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.

Next Gen with Gabe Lyons and Grant Skeldon from THINQ & Next Gen Summit + September Young Influencers List

Check out my interview with Gabe Lyons and Grant Skeldon on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 173. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

The NEXT GEN Episode is here. Our guests are Gabe Lyons and Grant Skeldon from THINQ Media. Grant leads Next Gen and the NXT Gen Summit and hosts the Next Up Podcast, and Gabe is a speaker, podcaster, founder of Q and THINQ Media, The Culture Summit, and a best-selling author of multiple books, including UnChristian and The Next Christians. We discuss the history of Catalyst, collaboration, leadership transition, why they're hopeful about the next generation, how to lead well, and more. Plus check out the September Young Influencers List. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

And make sure to register to attend the Next Gen Summit happening November 10-11 in Nashville.

Special thanks to OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD and OVERFLOW for being our trusted partners on this episode.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Join in on the Shoebox Campaign this fall at http://samaritanspurse.org/occ. Be a part of sending the Gospel around the world by packing a shoebox Christmas gift! Millions of boys and girls around the world will be impacted and invited into the Greatest Journey discipleship course. Through OCC more than 17 million boys and girls have made a decision to trust Christ. Find everything you need to get started by visiting http://samaritanspurse.org/occ.

OVERFLOW

The all in one giving platform for receiving stocks, crypto, and traditional cash donations. Switch to Overflow and start experiencing major savings in as little as 2 weeks. Visit http://overflow.co/h3 for a FREE cost analysis. Overflow has some of the lowest cash processing fees in the industry, which can save your church or non profit org thousands of dollars to further your Kingdom mission. Head to http://overflow.co/h3 for your FREE cost analysis to see how much you can save today!

Young Influencers List September

Daniel Kim – Hawaii based entrepreneur, creative and founder of Merch Labs and Media3

Nathan Montgomery – songwriter, artist, and worship pastor at Rock City Church and Rock City Worship in Columbus, OH

Jordan Burroughs – American wrestler, Olympic gold medal winner and 6 time world champion

Katie Fisher – executive pastor at Rock City Church in Columbus, OH

Jacob Coyne – speaker, pastor, YouTuber, author of Stay Here, and founder of Stay Here, focused on suicide prevention

Jonathan Isaac – NBA basketball player for the Orlando Magic, author of Why I Stand, and founder of Unitus clothing line

Jared Fulks – Atlanta based entrepreneur and partner at Pureflow

Jami Nato – serial entrepreneur, coach, speaker and author of This Must Be the Place

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.