345 - Leading with Faith and Courage with Robyn Whaley, Executive Director of Cross America *GLS Special*
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How do you know you're ready for a change in your career? In this episode of UNITED State of Women, Julie Deem sits down with Robyn Whaley at Global Leadership Summit. Robyn is the executive director at Cross America Community Center.
Julie and Robyn talk about what it looks like to lead while still figuring things out, why our previous experiences often prepare us for opportunities we never saw coming, and how leaders can create space for younger generations to use their gifts and influence.
Robyn also shares how she is helping Cross America expand its reach by empowering youth, experimenting with new ideas, and finding creative ways to connect with more people. With a mission to send crosses and messages of salvation to every household in the United States, Cross America is thinking big, trying new things, and learning along the way.
What You Will Learn:
How surrender can create space for unexpected leadership opportunities.
Why patience is an important part of discerning your next step.
How previous experiences can prepare you for leadership in unexpected ways.
Why effective leaders need to remain willing to learn and grow.
How leaders can empower younger generations to contribute their gifts and ideas.
Why experimentation and flexibility are essential when pursuing a big mission.
How to recognize when an idea isn't working and know when to shift directions.
Why staying positive doesn't mean dismissing someone's difficult experience.
How empathy can strengthen relationships within a team.
Ways leaders can keep their teams focused on the bigger picture.
FAQ:
What is Cross America Community Center?
Cross America Community Center is a ministry with a mission to send crosses and messages of salvation to every household in the United States. The organization also has a coffee shop, gift shop, podcast studio, and other community resources.
How can past experiences prepare you for an unexpected leadership role?
Previous jobs can develop skills that become valuable in future roles, even when the connection isn't obvious at the time. Experience working with international students and teaching PE helped develop communication, relationship-building, adaptability, and the ability to connect with young people.
How can leaders empower younger generations?
Leaders can create opportunities for young people to contribute, invite them into the mission, listen to their ideas, and give them meaningful ways to use their gifts. CrossAmerica is intentionally working to bring more youth and youth groups into its mission.
Thank you Crossroads for hosting Global Leadership Summit in Kokomo and for inviting UNITED State of Women to record live at the conference!!
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