The Gift of Flags

Leadership often comes with surprises. Sometimes they are inspiring. Often, they are confusing. And occasionally they are just downright weird. One such moment happened to me shortly after I had started as the new youth minister at First Christian Church of Tarpon...

Choosing What You Get in Trouble For

Sneak Peek From Tom Goodlet’s Upcoming Book, Listen Like Jesus (Working Title) Early on in my leadership journey, I had to decide what I wanted to get in trouble for. I knew I didn’t want to get into trouble by playing it safe. Those types of problems lack...

The Remedy for Micromanagement

Leadership is serious business, and with it comes the responsibility of achieving real results. You’ve got people counting on you. I think that pressure is something most leaders knowingly signed up for and embrace. However, this same pressure causes a temptation for...

Thank You—One Year of Next Level Leaders Club!

We made it! One full year of Next Level Leaders Club! Twelve months of insights, stories, challenges, and (hopefully) a few laughs along the way. First, thank you. If you are reading this, you are the reason this newsletter exists. Your leadership journey matters to...

Moving From Scattered Activity to Strategic Focus

In the early stages of leadership, momentum often feels like the name of the game. There are opportunities to chase and new ideas to try. You can often find yourself making an impact quickly in this early stage. Early, quick wins build energy and create the motivating...