Episode 127: Being a Confident Leader with Dan Reiland

Episode 127 finds Mike sitting down with a great friend and leader of leaders, Dan Reiland.  Dan Reiland is the Executive Pastor at 12Stone Church in Lawrenceville, Georgia.  He first partnered with the legendary John Maxwell for 20 years, as the Executive Pastor at Skyline Wesleyan Church located in San Diego.  He then moved on […]

Episode 126: Smart Leadership with Mark Miller

In Episode 126, Mike is blessed to sit down with Mark Miller, the Vice President of High Performance leadership with Chick-Fil-A.  Mark has been with Chick-Fil-A for over 40 years and has helped architect the leadership pipeline in one of America’s premier organizations!   Mark also has written eight books and sold over a million copies in 25 different […]

Episode 125: A Leader’s Character with Dr. Richard Blackaby

Mike kicks of 2022 talking about a “leaders character” with Dr. Richard Blackaby.  This is his second appearance on the podcast (Episode 100) and this conversation delves into the depths of what makes character so critical in the life of a leader! Dr.  Blackaby serves as the President of Blackaby Ministries International and has served […]

Episode 124: Living Leadership with Dr. Mark Rutland

In episode 124 of Linch with a Leader, Mike sits down with Pastor, Author, Educator and “Leader of Leaders” Dr. Mark Rutland.  Mike & Dr. Rutland look back at his incredible journey and how God is still using him in big ways in leading leaders.  Dr. Rutland is the picture of “Living Leadership” for leaders […]

Episode 123: The 7 Perspectives of Effective Leaders with Daniel Harkavy

In this episode of Linch with a Leader, Mike sits down with leader Daniel Harkavy who not only leads his company, Building Champions, but coaches some of the greatest leaders in the world! Mike & Daniel not only talk about his spiritual journey but also spend time unpacking his newest book The 7 Perspectives of Effective […]

Episode 122: Leading Uniquely with Bryan Coley

In today’s episode, Mike sits down with leader & story-teller Bryan Coley.  Bryan is the Chief Imagination Officer of Reel Experiences in Atlanta, Ga.  Bryan used his love & background in film to create a space to help people learn leadership through movies! Bryan said it this way,  “After 20 years working with playwrights and screenwriters, […]

Episode 121: Love or Work with Jeff & André Shinabarger

In Episode 121 of Linch with a Leader Mike sits down Jeff & Andre’ Shinabarger to talk about whether you have to choose between “love & work”.  They unpack this couple’s newest book along with their journey in life & leadership. Jeff Shinabarger is the founder and executive director of Plywood People, an Atlanta-based non-profit that helps […]

Episode 120: What Makes A Great Leader Great with Brad Lomenick

In this episode of Linch with a Leader, Mike sits down with author, consultant & leader Brad Lomenick.    Brad is one of America’s greatest thought leaders and his website is a go-to for leaders from all walks of life!  From his time at Catalyst to today, Brad has had a front row seat to observe leadership and […]

Episode 119 – Leading on the Field with former NFL player Chris Maragos

Episode 119 finds Mike sitting down with Super Bowl Champion and former NFL player, Chris Maragos.  Chris took a crazy road in his travels to the National Football League.  After walking on at Western Michigan and then transferring to the University of Wisconsin as a walk-on, Chris established himself on the field as he moved […]

Episode 118: Living Your Purpose with Christina Hovestadt

Episode 118 finds Mike sitting down with Christina Hovestadt of the NFL. When she’s not working in community relations at the national football league, Christina has dedicated her life to giving back and making a difference; one that empowers those that she reaches to walk in the fullness of who they were created to be. Christina partners with […]