Leading by Listening

In this episode of LLI, Chad Veach discusses the importance of following the gentle whisper of God and leading from a place of spiritual sensitivity, humility, and faith with Mark Varughese and Jentezen Franklin. Chad and his guests explore how to recognize God’s voice, trust His direction even when opportunities seem obvious, steward God’s favor without taking credit, and remain open to divine interruptions. They also discuss building a healthy church culture, reaching the next generation, creating space for revival, and the difference between simply leading a service and creating an environment where people encounter God. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of LLI, Chad Veach discusses the journey of leadership, identity, and personal growth with Mark Varughese, exploring what it means to lead from a place of alignment rather than ambition or comparison. They unpack the importance of pursuing God as the goal rather than chasing the prizes of success, taking healthy risks, developing and releasing leaders, and understanding that leadership is about making disciples rather than keeping people. The conversation also highlights the essential combination of humility and hunger, the dangers of drifting from your purpose, and why pursuing personal wholeness is one of the greatest gifts a leader can give to the people they influence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of LLI, Chad Veach discusses the art and responsibility of preaching with Pastors Jabin Chavez and Ben Graves, exploring what it takes to become an effective communicator of God’s Word. They talk about finding your own preaching voice, the importance of clarity and knowing where a message is going, staying a lifelong student of the craft, and preparing messages around the needs of the people in the room. The conversation also dives into prayer, spiritual preparation, creating an atmosphere of faith, and why the most powerful messages are ultimately backed by the way a leader lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of LLI, Chad Veach discusses the importance of rest and why taking intentional breaks is essential for sustainable leadership. Chad explores how breaks bring clarity, restore joy, and ultimately make leaders better listeners, thinkers, and decision-makers. He also unpacks the hidden costs of refusing to slow down, including the mental, physical, and emotional toll that burnout creates. Through practical leadership insights, Chad explains why you can’t give away what you don’t have and how a lack of rest can gradually turn leaders into the very things they dislike—more controlling, defensive, irritable, self-reliant, and overwhelmed. This episode is a timely reminder that rest is not a luxury but a promise, and that sometimes the most productive thing a leader can do is take a break before they break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of LLI, Chad Veach discusses what it means to be a leader rather than a follower in a special conversation with his son, Winston. Together, they explore the qualities that make great leaders stand out, including courage, inclusivity, character, servant-heartedness, and the ability to set a positive example for others. Drawing from sports, school, family life, and personal experiences, Chad and Winston highlight why leadership is about influence, integrity, and putting others first. This encouraging episode challenges listeners of all ages to step up, lead with conviction, and become the kind of person others can trust and follow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of LLI, Chad Veach discusses how personal growth and effective leadership are directly connected to having your loves and priorities in the right order. Through practical leadership insights and biblical principles, Chad explores how disappointment can distort our affections, why leaders often chase what they already possess, the importance of speaking well about what you value, and how seasons of difficulty can become catalysts for growth. Whether you're navigating setbacks, refining your leadership, or learning to stay committed through life's highs and lows, this episode offers encouragement to keep your heart aligned, embrace the process, and continue growing into the leader you're called to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of LLI, Chad Veach discusses the critical leadership skill of discernment and why great leaders must learn to recognize both what is harmful and what is beneficial. Drawing from biblical principles and practical leadership experience, Chad explores how to identify key people and opportunities, spot inconsistencies between words and actions, help wounded and offended individuals find healing, and discern the relationships that are meant to last. He also challenges leaders to understand that not every good opportunity is a God opportunity, encouraging listeners to develop wisdom, sharpen their instincts, and lead with greater clarity, purpose, and conviction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of LLI, Chad Veach discusses the power of generosity in leadership and why people are naturally drawn to leaders who give life, create opportunities, and make room for others. Through practical wisdom and personal insight, Chad explores the difference between leading from abundance versus scarcity, explaining how generous leaders multiply influence, develop people instead of draining them, and build cultures that empower others to thrive. Whether you lead in business, ministry, or everyday life, this episode will challenge you to become the kind of leader people genuinely want to follow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of LLI, Chad Veach discusses the ideas behind what it truly means to lead with kindness in a world that often equates leadership with control, pressure, and performance. He unpacks how kindness is not softness, but a powerful, intentional posture that builds trust, strengthens teams, and creates lasting impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of LLI, Chad Veach is joined by Brennan Cassidy as they discuss the importance of leadership development and what it means to build leaders who multiply. Together, they unpack key principles on raising others up, creating opportunities for growth, and leading with a mindset that extends beyond personal success. Throughout the conversation, they explore why leaders are developed and not discovered, how healthy leadership reproduces itself, and why true success is measured by the people you empower. They also dive into the responsibility leaders carry to give others a head start and create pathways for the next generation to go even further. This episode is a practical and encouraging conversation for anyone looking to grow as a leader while intentionally investing in others along the way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices