From Follower to Leader: The Crucible Project Journey That Changed Matthew Reed

The Crucible Project Podcast

The Crucible Project Podcast
From Follower to Leader: The Crucible Project Journey That Changed Matthew Reed
Feb 09, 2026
The Crucible Project

Missionary and **tricultural** leader Matthew Reed joins host Tim Rush on the Crucible Project podcast to share how growing up across cultures, serving in Mexico, and walking through the loss of his father reshaped his approach to leadership and personal growth. In this episode, Matthew unpacks how the Crucible Project helped him move from follower to authentic leader, explore his gift as an “optionizer,” set healthier boundaries, and embrace delegation, revealing powerful cultural insights, universal leadership challenges, and the deep importance of community.

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