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  • #454: Loving the Prodigal: Steve & Jenny Williams on Faith, Prayer, and Letting Go

    #454: Loving the Prodigal: Steve & Jenny Williams on Faith, Prayer, and Letting Go
    2026/05/05
    In Episode 454 of the Follow 2 Lead Podcast, Tony Miltenberger sits down with Steve and Jenny Williams, parents of Grammy Award-winning artist Zach Williams, for a deeply moving conversation about faith, patience, and loving someone through seasons of wandering. Steve and Jenny share their personal journey of walking alongside a prodigal son—navigating the tension between love and boundaries, prayer and pain, hope and uncertainty. Their story is a powerful reminder that leadership often begins at home, especially in the quiet, unseen moments of faithfulness. Tony and the Williams explore what it means to remain steadfast in prayer, how to love someone even when you don’t agree with their choices, and the role of trust when outcomes feel out of your control. This conversation is honest, heartfelt, and filled with encouragement for anyone carrying the weight of loving someone through a difficult season. Learn more: https://www.klove.com/books/details/gods-heart-for-the-prodigal Coaching Question: Who in your life needs you to remain steadfast in prayer right now? Please check out our sponsors: EBEB Solutions https://www.ebebsolutions.com/ That Sounds Fun Network: https://thatsoundsfunnetwork.com/ Follow 2 Lead Coaching https://www.follow2leadbenchmark.com Tony on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/twmilt/ Check out our YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/@twmilt Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-2-lead-a-christian-leaders-podcast/id1429933082 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 分
  • #453: Rest Is the New Hustle: Jennifer Afriyie on Leadership, Burnout, and Sustainable Success

    #453: Rest Is the New Hustle: Jennifer Afriyie on Leadership, Burnout, and Sustainable Success
    2026/04/28
    In Episode 453 of the Follow 2 Lead Podcast, Tony Miltenberger sits down with Jennifer Y. Afriyie for a timely conversation on leadership style, effectiveness, rest, and sustainable success. Jennifer challenges the idea that success requires constant hustle. Instead, she invites leaders to reflect honestly on their strengths, stop confusing busyness with progress, and build a healthier rhythm for leading with clarity and purpose. Tony and Jennifer unpack her REST framework: reflection, energy, strategy, and thriving. Together, they explore how leaders can make better decisions, avoid burnout, honor their values, and create success that does not cost them their health, relationships, peace, or soul. The conversation also touches on grief, joy, comparison, saying yes to the right things, and learning to value rest as a strategic foundation for meaningful leadership. This episode is a powerful reminder that rest is not the opposite of success. It is the strategy behind it. Coaching Question: Which part of your life is asking you to slow down so you can lead from a healthier, more grounded place? Connect with Jennifer Afriyie Website: jyaspeaks.com Book: therestbook.com Instagram: @JYAspeaks Please check out our sponsors: EBEB Solutions https://www.ebebsolutions.com/ That Sounds Fun Network: https://thatsoundsfunnetwork.com/ Follow 2 Lead Coaching https://www.follow2leadbenchmark.com Tony on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/twmilt/ Check out our YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/@twmilt Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-2-lead-a-christian-leaders-podcast/id1429933082 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 分
  • #452: Core Leadership: Dr. Matt Paden on Authentic Leadership and the 8 Principles That Matter

    #452: Core Leadership: Dr. Matt Paden on Authentic Leadership and the 8 Principles That Matter
    2026/04/21
    In Episode 452 of the Follow 2 Lead Podcast, Tony Miltenberger sits down with Dr. Matt Paden for a thoughtful and practical conversation on what it takes to lead with authenticity and intention. Dr. Paden, an academic turned entrepreneur and leadership coach, shares insights from his new book CORE: The 8 Principles for Building Strong, Authentic Leadership, co-authored with his mentor Ken Jones. Through a parable-style approach, Matt unpacks foundational leadership principles that help leaders grow, pivot, and lead others with clarity and purpose. Tony and Matt explore what it looks like to bridge theory and real-world leadership, how to lead people well in seasons of change, and why authenticity is at the heart of lasting influence. They also discuss the importance of self-awareness, growth, and applying leadership principles in everyday decisions. This episode is a practical guide for leaders who want to strengthen their foundation and lead with consistency, integrity, and impact. Coaching Question: Which of the eight principles do you need to focus on most right now? Connect with Dr. Matt Paden: • Website: https://greatdaysleadership.com • Instagram: @dr.mattpaden • Book: CORE: The 8 Principles for Building Strong, Authentic Leadership, https://a.co/d/000M9DiT Please check out our sponsors: EBEB Solutions https://www.ebebsolutions.com/ That Sounds Fun Network: https://thatsoundsfunnetwork.com/ Follow 2 Lead Coaching https://www.follow2leadbenchmark.com Tony on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/twmilt/ Check out our YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/@twmilt Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-2-lead-a-christian-leaders-podcast/id1429933082 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 分
  • #451: Procrastination-Proof Leadership: Jon Acuff on Action, Feedback, and Getting Unstuck

    #451: Procrastination-Proof Leadership: Jon Acuff on Action, Feedback, and Getting Unstuck
    2026/04/14
    #451: Procrastination-Proof Leadership: Jon Acuff on Action, Feedback, and Getting Unstuck In Episode 451 of the Follow 2 Lead Podcast, Tony Miltenberger sits down with bestselling author and speaker Jon Acuff for a high-energy, practical conversation about overcoming procrastination and stepping into action. Jon shares insights from his latest book Procrastination Proof, breaking down why we get stuck and how to build systems that keep us moving forward. From feedback and accountability to knowing when to say yes (and when to say no), this episode is packed with tools leaders can apply immediately. Tony and Jon explore how great leaders simplify complexity, create momentum, and stay consistent even when motivation fades. They also dive into the importance of feedback, surrounding yourself with the right people, and building rhythms that protect you from self-sabotage. This conversation is both encouraging and actionable—perfect for leaders who are ready to stop overthinking and start moving. Coaching Question: Where are you procrastinating—and what system do you need to put in place to protect you from you? Connect with Jon Acuff: • Website: https://acuff.me • Instagram: @jonacuff • Book: Procrastination Proof, https://a.co/d/0hfSu5uI Please check out our sponsors: EBEB Solutions https://www.ebebsolutions.com/ That Sounds Fun Network: https://thatsoundsfunnetwork.com/ Follow 2 Lead Coaching https://www.follow2leadbenchmark.com Tony on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/twmilt/ Check out our YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/@twmilt Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-2-lead-a-christian-leaders-podcast/id1429933082 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 分
  • #450: Leading from Within: Jason VanRuler on Attachment, Communication, and Vulnerability

    #450: Leading from Within: Jason VanRuler on Attachment, Communication, and Vulnerability
    2026/04/07
    In Episode 450 of the Follow 2 Lead Podcast, Tony Miltenberger sits down with Jason VanRuler for a deeply practical conversation on how our internal patterns shape the way we lead. Jason brings powerful insight from his work at the intersection of leadership development, communication, and attachment theory, helping leaders understand why the same relational dynamics often show up both in the boardroom and at home. Together, Tony and Jason explore how leadership isn’t just about strategy or skill—but about awareness. They unpack how attachment patterns influence communication, decision-making, and relationships, and why unresolved patterns can quietly limit a leader’s effectiveness. They also discuss what it means to lead with vulnerability, the courage required to “go first,” and how creating safe, honest spaces can transform both teams and relationships. This conversation is filled with practical takeaways for leaders who want to grow not just in what they do—but in who they are. This episode is a powerful invitation to examine what you’re carrying, lead with greater self-awareness, and build deeper, more meaningful connections in every area of your life. Coaching Question: Who in your life has earned the right to hear what you’re really carrying—and when did you last let them in? Connect with Jason VanRuler: • Website: jasonvr.com • Instagram: @jason.vanruler • Book: Get Past Your Past https://www.amazon.com/Get-Past-Your-Past/dp/1400238060 Please check out our sponsors: EBEB Solutions https://www.ebebsolutions.com/ That Sounds Fun Network: https://thatsoundsfunnetwork.com/ Follow 2 Lead Coaching https://www.follow2leadbenchmark.com Tony on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/twmilt/ Check out our YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/@twmilt Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-2-lead-a-christian-leaders-podcast/id1429933082 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 分
  • #449: Willow Weston on Leading Without Authority, Vulnerability in Leadership, and Running Into Healing

    #449: Willow Weston on Leading Without Authority, Vulnerability in Leadership, and Running Into Healing
    2026/03/31
    What does it look like to lead when no one has handed you permission? Willow Weston has been answering that question her whole life, and this conversation is one of the most honest and Spirit-filled we have had on the podcast. Willow is a speaker, podcaster, author, and ministry leader whose newest book, Collide, is already changing lives, and today she brought every bit of that gift to this conversation. We talked about what it really means to lead without title or authority, why God's power shows up most clearly in our weakness, and how faithfulness in the small things is always the path to more. Willow shares what it was like to be handed a microphone before she felt ready, and the word God gave her that changed everything: never say no to what I can do through you. We also go deep on pain. Willow walks through the framework behind Collide, why avoidance does not heal us, and what it actually looks like to create space for Jesus to meet us in the hard places. If you have been carrying something unresolved, this conversation is going to land somewhere important for you. Willow also talks about intergenerational ministry, the discipline of staying curious, and what seven years of podcasting has taught her about following the Spirit instead of the script. This one is worth a second listen. https://www.willowweston.com/ https://www.instagram.com/willowanneweston ⁠⁠Please check out our sponsors EBEB Solutions⁠ ⁠That Sounds Fun Network: ⁠ ⁠Follow 2 Lead Coaching⁠ ⁠Tony on Instagram⁠ ⁠Check out our YouTube page⁠ ⁠Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts⁠ Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact us here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 分
  • #448:Leading Without Authority: Mike Foster on Influence, Curiosity, and the Seven Primal Questions

    #448:Leading Without Authority: Mike Foster on Influence, Curiosity, and the Seven Primal Questions
    2026/03/24
    In Episode 448 of the Follow 2 Lead Podcast, Tony Miltenberger sits down with Mike Foster for a powerful conversation about how to lead effectively without a formal title or position of authority. Mike reframes leadership around influence rather than title, challenging listeners to stop waiting for permission and start creating impact where they already are. Together, Tony and Mike explore how curiosity, empathy, and strong questions help leaders influence others in a healthy way without forcing an agenda. The conversation also dives into Mike’s Seven Primal Questions framework and how understanding the deeper question driving your life can transform the way you lead, relate, and communicate. Mike explains why self-awareness matters, how primal questions shape marriages and team dynamics, and why great leaders learn to answer the deeper needs of the people around them. Tony and Mike also discuss the transition from ministry into executive coaching, discerning when it’s time to make a big change, and the simple but essential disciplines that keep leaders grounded: sleep, movement, hydration, and nourishment. This episode is a practical and deeply insightful guide for leaders who want to grow their influence, understand themselves better, and lead with clarity, health, and intention. https://www.primalquestion.com/ https://www.mikefoster.tv/ https://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000/?hl=en ⁠⁠Please check out our sponsors EBEB Solutions⁠ ⁠That Sounds Fun Network: ⁠ ⁠Follow 2 Lead Coaching⁠ ⁠Tony on Instagram⁠ ⁠Check out our YouTube page⁠ ⁠Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts⁠ Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact us here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 分
  • #447: Biblical Archeologist Dr. Chris McKinney on Leadership, Emotional Health, and Building Stronger Communities

    #447: Biblical Archeologist Dr. Chris McKinney on Leadership, Emotional Health, and Building Stronger Communities
    2026/03/17
    In Episode 447 of the Follow 2 Lead Podcast, Tony Miltenberger sits down with Dr. Chris McKinney to explore the intersection of leadership, emotional health, and authentic community. Chris shares insights from his work helping individuals and leaders develop greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and relational strength. Together, Tony and Chris discuss why healthy leadership begins internally—through emotional maturity, empathy, and a willingness to grow. The conversation explores how leaders can create cultures where people feel safe, supported, and empowered. Chris highlights the importance of intentional relationships, strong communication, and cultivating environments where honesty and care are valued. Listeners will also gain practical perspective on managing the emotional demands of leadership while staying grounded in purpose, identity, and community. This episode offers valuable wisdom for leaders who want to lead with clarity, compassion, and long‑term impact. Connect with Dr. Chris McKinney: Instagram: @crmckinney Please check out our sponsors: EBEB Solutions https://www.ebebsolutions.com/ That Sounds Fun Network: https://thatsoundsfunnetwork.com/ Follow 2 Lead Coaching https://www.follow2leadbenchmark.com Tony on Instagram / twmilt Check out our YouTube page / @twmilt Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 分