Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast
Episodes
110 episodes
Write the Praise. Say the Hard Stuff. | Jared DeVerna
Positive feedback sticks when it’s written down. Hard feedback lands better when it’s said face-to-face.In this episode, William digs into the conversations leaders tend to avoid, why some feedback should never be sent in an email, and h...
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What Should the Title Be? Using AI Wisely in Ministry | Ed Stetzer & Corey Alderin
How can churches embrace AI without losing the human side of ministry? William Vanderbloemen, Ed Stetzer, and Corey Alderin explore practical ways AI can save time, extend a sermon’s reach, and strengthen ministry—while keeping authenticity and...
Hiring, Hard Conversations, and Building Better Teams | Jared DeVerna
Hiring and leading a team rarely come with simple answers. In this episode, William Vanderbloemen responds to real questions from leaders about running more effective meetings, knowing when to meet candidates face-to-face, navigating difficult ...
Hiring Questions Every Leader Should Ask | Jared DeVerna
From hiring decisions and culture fit to team meetings, accountability, and leadership communication, this episode explores the challenges leaders face every day and offers practical guidance for building healthier, more effective teams.
You're Not Crazy: Why Leading Teams Is So Difficult Right Now | Jared DeVerna
Why does managing people feel harder than ever? William Vanderbloemen breaks down today's workforce challenges and shares practical advice for handling conflict, developing talent, and leading with wisdom.
Normal Church, Real Impact: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better | Jared Deverna
Many pastors feel pressure to grow bigger, but most churches are simply normal, not failing. Discover why healthy leadership, community, and faithful ministry matter more than size.
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Bridging the Gap: Leading Across Generations | Jared Deverna
Great teams don’t happen by accident, they’re built through trust, curiosity, and a willingness to learn from one another. In this conversation, we unpack what it looks like to work across generations, from earning trust as a young leader to em...
The Future of Work: What AI Can’t Replace in Great Leaders | Jared Deverna
As technology rapidly reshapes the workplace, the real question isn’t just what jobs will change, it’s what will last. This conversation explores how leaders can navigate innovation, adapt to evolving roles, and focus on the skills that truly s...
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Why Good Employees Struggle in Leadership | Jared Deverna
Why do some of the most capable, dependable people struggle once they step into leadership? In this conversation, we unpack the shift from being a strong doer to becoming an effective leader and why that transition is harder than most people ex...
You Don't Own Your Team | Jared Deverna
Starting a new job or stepping into leadership? This episode breaks down how to start strong, take initiative, and grow in your role. From asking better questions to understanding context and building trust, we’re sharing practical advice for e...
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Stop Forcing Roles, Start Aligning People (Ft. Patrick Lencioni)
Patrick Lencioni joins William Vanderbloemen to make a simple point: you don't need to motivate harder, you need to place better. When work aligns with someone's natural strengths, engagement follows. This episode gives leaders language ...
Raising Up the Next Generation of Leaders | Brett Connolly
On this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, we sits down with, Brett Connolly Executive Search Consultant at Vanderbloemen, to talk about what it really takes to develop young leaders in ministry. Brett shares his personal journey ...
The Healthy Handoff: How Leaders Leave and Arrive Well | Sarah Meggers
Leadership transitions do not have to be messy. In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, Sarah Meggars, Executive Search Consultant and former worship ministry leader, shares practical wisdom for both sides of the handoff. We ta...
Communication That Connects: Building Trust in a Distracted Age | William Vanderbloemen
In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, William Vanderbloemen unpacks the rapidly changing landscape of communication, and what it means for pastors, heads of school, and nonprof...
Thinking Outside the Box: How Great Leaders Solve Problems Differently
In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, executive search consultant Ivette Naron shares practical and inspiring insights for leaders who want to think differently. From understanding the difference between problems and tensions...
The Dashboard of Team Health: Spotting and Fixing People Problems
Behind every thriving team is a leader who knows how to spot the signs of trouble and take action. In this episode, Vanderbloemen COO Jennifer Paulson shares practical wisdom for identifying "check engine lights" in team health, from gos...
The Secret to Being a Talent Magnet | Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast
What Makes a Workplace Truly Attractional? What sets apart the organizations top talent lines up to join and what makes others struggle to attract anyone at all? In this episode, we sit down with Eric Albert, Seni...
The New Skillset for Pastors (And Why It Might Surprise You) | William Vanderbloemen
In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, William Vanderbloemen unpacks why the future of pastoral ministry isn't about better preaching, trendier content, or digital strategy, it's about returning to the roots o...
Your Team's Greatest Growth Barrier: Invisible Lids You Didn't Know Were There | William Vanderbloemen
In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, William Vanderbloemen unpacks one of the most common but overlooked challenges in leadership: invisible lids. These growth limiters—whethe...
Your Setback Might Be a Setup: What to do When the Season Ends | William Vanderbloemen
In this candid and insightful episode, William Vanderbloemen talks through one of the hardest parts of leadership—what to do when you're fired, forced out, or just feel like your season...
AI in the Church: Threat, Tool, or Opportunity? | William Vanderbloemen
In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, Jared sits down with William Vanderbloemen to explore how church leaders can wisely navigate the rise of AI and other emerging te...
Crucial Signs It's Time to Hire or Fire | William Vanderbloemen
In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, Jared sits down with William Vanderbloemen to talk about one of the toughest leadership decisions: knowing when it's time to add ...
Casting Vision in All Levels of Leadership | ft. William Vanderbloemen
In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, Jared sits down with William Vanderbloemen to unpack why vision isn't just a top-level conversation—it's the fuel that drives eve...
