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Learn how to drip this into your leadership with our Leaders Guide: www.nextlevelchurch.com/leadershipdrip   Why does discipleship matter to the heart of our leadership? Join the conversation as Pastors Charles Ross and Dan Stauffer discuss keeping discipleship at the core of our leadership when so much needs to get done.

If the people you lead became exactly like you, would they look more like Jesus? Whether we realize it or not, people are being discipled by our leadership. In this season opener, Pastors Charles and Ashley answer a simple question: What is discipleship? Rooted in the Great Commission and Paul’s call to “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ,” join us as we practically define discipleship and how we can embrace it as the reason we lead.

Welcome to the Next Level Leadership Drip, where we aim to fill your leadership cup one episode at a time.

EPISODE 8: Pack Your Bags... Again | The Importance of Multiplying our Leadership Learn how to drip this into your leadership through our Leaders Guide: www.nextlevelchurch.com/leadershipdrip   Welcome to Leadership Drip! Who are you currently raising up to take your place of leadership?   In this final episode of Leadership Drip, Pastors Ashley and Charles challenge leaders to think beyond their current responsibilities and consider the legacy they are building. Leadership doesn’t end at the mountaintop – it multiplies through the people we develop along the way. Discover how to identify, invest in, and raise up future leaders so the mission continues far beyond you. Because great leaders don’t just lead; they multiply.

EPISODE 7: Are You Doing Too Much? | Equipping Others in the Journey of Leadership Learn how to drip this into your leadership through our Leaders Guide: www.nextlevelchurch.com/leadershipdrip   Welcome to Leadership Drip! Have you ever wished you had more hours in the day?    In this episode of Leadership Drip, Pastors Ashley and Charles tackle a challenge every leader faces – letting go. You’ll discover why many leaders struggle to delegate, how to overcome the mindset that “it’s all up to me,” and a simple, practical process to begin equipping others with confidence. Because leadership isn’t about doing more—it’s about developing people who can carry the mission with you.

EPISODE 6: How's Your Heart Rate? | The Importance of Rest Along the Journey Learn how to drip this into your leadership through our Leaders Guide: www.nextlevelchurch.com/leadershipdrip   Welcome to Leadership Drip! Every leader wants to reach the mountaintop… but what happens if you burn out on the climb?   In this episode of Leadership Drip, Pastors Ashley and Charles discuss why the most effective leaders don’t just push harder—they learn when to pause. Just like long-distance runners monitor their heart rate and pace to sustain the journey, leaders must learn how to build intentional rhythms of rest into their leadership. Without rest stops, even the most passionate leaders can find themselves burned out and exhausted. Discover how rhythms of rest protect your soul and sustain your leadership for the long haul.

EPISODE 5: Are You Having Fun Yet? | How Culture Shapes our Journey Learn how to drip this into your leadership through our Leaders Guide: www.nextlevelchurch.com/leadershipdrip   If someone joined your team today, what would their first impression be? The answer to that question might lie in the culture.   Imagine leading a team that everyone loves being a part of – that is the power of culture. Culture is the invisible force that shapes every leadership journey. Great leaders intentionally define, shape, and sustain the culture to foster an environment where people not only flourish, but do so with unity and joy. Because leadership is not just about getting somewhere — it is about how we get there together.

Learn how to drip this into your leadership through our Leaders Guide: www.nextlevelchurch.com/leadershipdrip   Imagine for a moment what a fully engaged team could look like... What if increasing engagement is the key to unlocking a new level of leadership within your team? Leadership is about more than simply reaching a destination. It is about engaging people along the journey. Great leaders do more than cast vision — they cultivate conviction, develop competency, and increase commitment so their teams fall in love with the journey, not just the outcome… Because how we reach the mountaintop matters just as much as getting there.

EPISODE 3: Are We There Yet? | Tracking our Progress as a Leader  Learn how to drip this into your leadership through our Leaders Guide: www.nextlevelchurch.com/leadershipdrip   Ever wonder if you’re leading your team in the right direction? What if the problem isn’t your leadership ability — but the lack of a clear path forward? Many leaders know where they want to go, but feel frustrated because they don’t know how to get there. In this episode, Pastors Ashley and Charles introduce a practical framework for translating vision into action through Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). When leaders create clear goals and measurable milestones, clarity increases, confidence grows, and teams move forward with momentum.

Learn how to drip this into your leadership through our Leaders Guide: www.nextlevelchurch.com/leadershipdrip   In this episode, Pastors Ashley and Charles explore the importance of pausing to evaluate where we are in light of where we are headed. Vision and preparation can be moved forward with purpose when we have an accurate understanding of where we started. Great leaders begin with honest assessment.

Leadership isn’t a destination—it’s a journey. In this opening episode, Pastors Ashley and Charles set the foundation for Season One by exploring the importance of vision, preparation, and discernment in leadership. Using the metaphor of hiking up a mountain, they challenge leaders to clearly define the destination by choosing the right trail and ensuring personal preparation. In this episode, you’ll learn how: Each season of leadership requires renewed vision and clarity.Vision and preparation go hand-in-hand.Our personal preparation makes way for new elevation in our leadership.Identifying milestones, rest stops, and rhythms are key to longevity in leadership.Evaluation turns experience into wisdom.Whether you’re leading for the first time or navigating a new season, this episode will help you take intentional steps toward the leadership journey God is inviting you into this year.   Learn how to drip this into your leadership through our Leaders Guide: nextlevelchurch.com/leadershipdrip.