Explore every episode of the podcast Impact Leadership
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| Be The Leader People Will Follow | Leading Through Change | Part 1 of 4 | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:11:08 | |
Welcome to a new series we’re calling “Leading Through Change.” In today’s episode, Chip Parker shares the necessary skills required to build credibility, so that when change comes, your team will have the confidence to follow you into the unknown. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Visionary Leadership Part 2 | Leadership Conversations | ft. Lawrence Barrett | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:14:42 | |
Today we’re rejoining the discussion from our “Leadership Conversations” series featuring Dr. Lawrence Barrett, President of Florida Gateway College. In this episode, Chip and Dr. Barrett reveal what to do when programs are successful but ultimately don't match the vision of your organization. You don't want to miss it! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Visionary Leadership Part 1 | Leadership Conversations | ft. Lawrence Barrett | 09 Sep 2026 | 00:12:44 | |
Today we’re jumping back into another episode from our “Leadership Conversations” series featuring Dr. Lawrence Barrett, President of Florida Gateway College. Today, Chip and Dr. Barrett are discussing how to lead with a clear vision for the future, and what it takes to maintain that vision long term. Let’s check it out! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Authority vs. Influence | Leadership Conversations | ft. Pastor Eddie Blalock | 02 Sep 2026 | 00:12:12 | |
We’re back for another episode in our “Leadership Conversations” series, and we’re excited to dive into a conversation with Pastor Eddie Blalock. Today, Chip and Eddie are discussing the differences between leading out of authority versus leading out of influence and why it's necessary to have both in your toolbox. Let’s check it out! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| "Do what I say, not what I do." | Leaders Never Say | Part 4 | 26 Aug 2026 | 00:06:27 | |
Today we’re wrapping up our series featuring words leaders should never say. Listen in as Chip Parker covers why "Do what I say, not what I do." brings death to organizational culture. Let’s dive in together! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| "We can't." | Leaders Never Say | Part 3 | 19 Aug 2026 | 00:07:22 | |
Today we’re jumping into part 3 of this series featuring words leaders should never say. Listen in as Chip Parker covers why "we can't." Kills vision and kills creativity in your organization. Let’s dive in together! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| "That's not my job." | Leaders Never Say | Part 2 | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:10:15 | |
Today we’re jumping into part 2 of this series featuring words leaders should never say. Listen in as Chip Parker covers why "that's not my job" affects accountability on an organizational level. Let’s dive in together! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| "My people won't." | Leaders Never Say | Part 1 | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:06:39 | |
In this brand new podcast series, Chip Parker is diving into an important topic: things leaders should never say. Listen in as he discusses how saying "My people won't" could be an indicator of leadership skill level. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| The Principle of the Path | Summer Reads | Part 7 of 7 | 29 Jul 2026 | 00:10:15 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be closing out our “Summer Reads” series. Chip Parker will be discussing The Principle of the Path by Andy Stanley. As leaders, how do we reach our goals? Direction determines our path, not intention. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Predictable Success | Summer Reads | Part 6 of 7 | 22 Jul 2026 | 00:10:51 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be returning to our series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing Predictable Success by Les McKeown. As leaders, it is important to know where we are in the lifespan of our organizations, and how to manage complexity at each phase. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| You Win in the Locker Room First | Summer Reads | Part 5 of 7 | 15 Jul 2026 | 00:10:18 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be returning to our series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing You Win in the Locker Room First by Jon Gordon and Mike Smith. Everything we do as leaders reinforces culture, and culture is what drives behavior. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| A Tale of Three Kings | Summer Reads | Part 4 of 7 | 08 Jul 2026 | 00:12:06 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be continuing our series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing another book: A Tale of Three Kings by Gene Edwards. We become better leaders when we trust God's timing, and lead with character and integrity throughout every stage of our career. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Hero Maker + The Trellis and the Vine | Summer Reads | Part 3 of 7 | 01 Jul 2026 | 00:09:41 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be continuing our series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing two more books: Hero Maker by Dave Ferguson and Warren Bird, and The Trellis and the Vine by Colin Marshall and Tony Payne. We become better leaders when we stop being heros, start creating heros, and give our teams a solid framework on which to grow. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| The Five Dysfunctions of a Team + The Ideal Team Player | Summer Reads | Part 2 of 7 | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:11:00 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be returning to our series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing two books: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Ideal Team Player, both by Patrick Lencioni. As leaders, it is a top priority for us to create teams that are humble, hungry, and people-smart. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| The Motive + Start With Why | Summer Reads | Part 1 of 7 | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:10:08 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be kicking off our new series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing two books: The Motive by Patrick Lencioni, as well as Start With Why by Simon Sinek. It's important to frequently evaluate why we lead, not just for clarity, but also for conviction. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Feeling Good vs. Doing Good | Tensions | Part 10 of 10 | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:11:09 | |
We’re back today with the final episode of our series all about leadership tensions, and today we’re looking at feeling good vs. doing good. Listen in as Chip Parker explores how to build a leadership, life and organization centered on our calling instead of comfort. Let’s jump right in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Important vs. Urgent | Tensions | Part 9 of 10 | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:09:02 | |
Welcome back to our “Tensions” series. In this episode, Chip Parker unpacks the next tension in our series: important vs. urgent. Listen in as we look at how to balance the things we know we need to get done and the things that demand our immediate attention. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Fruitfulness vs. Faithfulness | Leadership Tensions | Part 8 of 10 | 27 May 2026 | 00:08:20 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast! In today’s episode, Chip Parker is shedding light on another tension that leaders face: Fruitfulness vs. Faithfulness. Listen in as he discusses how faithfulness is our posture, but fruitfulness is our expectation. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Control vs. Empowerment | Leadership Tensions | Part 7 of 10 | 20 May 2026 | 00:08:35 | |
Today we’re diving into part 7 of our Leadership Tensions series focused on control vs. empowerment. Listen in as Chip Parker discusses the importance of empowering your team and delegating, instead of controlling every situation. Let’s jump in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Clarity vs. Complexity | Leadership Tensions | Part 6 of 10 | 13 May 2026 | 00:09:45 | |
We’re back today with episode 6 of our series all about leadership tensions, and today we’re looking at clarity vs. complexity. Listen in as Chip Parker explores the decision of clarity and what it looks like to model that for your team. Let’s jump right in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Accessibility vs. Boundaries | Leadership Tensions | Part 5 of 10 | 06 May 2026 | 00:10:54 | |
Welcome back to our conversation all about leadership tensions. Today Chip Parker is discussing the tension of accessibility vs boundaries (a hot topic!). Boundaries are necessary in leadership, so listen in as Chip explores some ways to be accessible to your team but still clear on your boundaries and personal needs. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Grace vs. Accountability | Tensions | Part 4 of 10 | 29 Apr 2026 | 00:10:19 | |
Welcome back to our “Tensions” series. In this episode, Chip Parker unpacks the next tension in our series: grace vs. accountability. Listen in as we look at the importance of holding both grace and accountability in leadership, and how we can effectively balance the two in our organizations. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Humility vs. Confidence | Leadership Tensions | Part 3 of 10 | 22 Apr 2026 | 00:11:07 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast! In today’s episode, Chip Parker is exploring yet another tension that we must find balance in as leaders: Humility vs. Confidence. Listen in as he shares how to be confident enough to move first, but also humble enough to hear feedback. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Identity vs. Performance | Leadership Tensions | Part 2 of 10 | 15 Apr 2026 | 00:09:58 | |
In today’s episode, Chip Parker is diving into another tension that we face as leaders: identity vs. performance. Listen in as he discusses the danger of placing our identity into our performance and actions, and how you can combat that in your life. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Tensions vs. Decisions | Leadership Tensions | Part 1 of 10 | 08 Apr 2026 | 00:09:49 | |
Welcome to a new series we’re calling “Leadership Tensions.” In today’s episode, Chip Parker shares about the importance of managing certain tensions and how crucial it is for some tensions to prompt us to make a decision. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Clarity in Culture | Team Culture | 5 of 5 | 01 Apr 2026 | 00:10:38 | |
Today we’re wrapping up a series all about team culture, and it’s been amazing to walk through this topic with you. In this episode, Chip Parker provides some final thoughts on team culture and gives insight on how you can find clarity in your team’s culture. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Thermostats + Lids | Team Culture | 4 of 5 | 25 Mar 2026 | 00:09:56 | |
We’re back today for week 4 of our series all about Team Culture! In today’s episode, Chip Parker discusses the importance of setting the culture as leaders. Listen in as he discusses how to reinforce your team culture through your actions, consistency and habits. Let’s jump in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Counting + Celebrating | Team Culture | Part 3 of 5 | 18 Mar 2026 | 00:10:17 | |
As we continue our series on team culture, this week’s episode is all about alignment! Listen in as Chip Parker shares the importance of alignment within our team cultures, and the necessity to ask questions like “What are we counting?” and “What are we celebrating?” in your organization. Alignment brings clarity, so let’s align our words and actions for our team culture. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Drifting + Sinking | Team Culture | Part 2 of 5 | 11 Mar 2026 | 00:09:10 | |
Today we’re diving into part 2 of our series all about team culture by looking at the idea of drifting. Now that we’ve defined what culture is, we have to look at how culture can drift from those shared values and shared behaviors. Listen in as Chip Parker shares some questions to ask yourself when the drifts come, and how we can forge a good pace in the current for our organizations. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Shared Values + Shared Behaviors | Team Culture | 1 of 5 | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:09:00 | |
Today we’re excited to jump into a brand new series on one of the most important aspects of leadership: team culture. Team culture is so important, and many people are familiar with the term, but how do we achieve that great team culture we all dream about? In this five part series, our host Chip Parker is going to deep dive into all things team culture, starting with defining it today. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| I’m Not Okay | The Hardest Words | Part 3 of 3 | 25 Feb 2026 | 00:08:51 | |
In this final part of this series, Chip Parker is sharing one of the most difficult words for a leader to say: I’m not okay. This may be a phrase that you have shared with your team before, or maybe it’s a phrase you know you need to say to them now. Either way, we hope this conversation helps give you the confidence and clarity to have that conversation. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| You Take The Lead | The Hardest Words | Part 2 of 3 | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:10:31 | |
Today we’re diving into part 2 of this 3 part series featuring the hardest words for leaders to say. Listen in as Chip Parker covers “we need to talk” conversations, as well as “you take the lead” conversations. As leaders, these can be two difficult phrases to share with members of your team, but your organization will be much healthier if you do. Let’s dive in together! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| I Was Wrong… | The Hardest Words | Part 1 of 3 | 11 Feb 2026 | 00:10:32 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership podcast! Today, Chip Parker is starting a brand new series focused on the hardest words for leaders to say. In this episode, he’s diving into a really difficult phrase: I was wrong. Listen in as he shares the importance of this statement, and how it can impact your team culture. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| 4 People Every Leader Needs | Never Lead Alone | 04 Feb 2026 | 00:10:13 | |
If you’re a leader in any context, you may be familiar with feelings of loneliness, or believing that no one really understands what you are going through. The journey of leadership can be lonely… But it doesn’t need to be. In this standalone podcast, Chip Parker walks you through the four people that every leader needs: a coach/mentor, a teammate/partner, a counterpart/peer and a friend. Let’s dive into this conversation together! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Where Should I Say No? | Asking the Right Questions | Part 4 of 4 | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:07:01 | |
Today we’re closing out our “Asking the Right Questions” series with a simple question that can have a big impact on our lives: Where Should I Say No? Listen in as Chip Parker shares the importance of knowing your capacity as a leader and saving that room for what is important. Effective leaders do not always say yes, they know where they should say no, too. Let’s unpack that together! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Does This Do Good or Just Feel Good? | Asking the Right Questions | Part 3 of 4 | 21 Jan 2026 | 00:08:08 | |
In today’s podcast episode, we’re diving into part 3 of 4 in our “Asking the Right Questions” series and looking at the impact that we have as leaders and for our organizations. Listen in as Chip Parker walks you through this week’s questions and reflects on the idea of actually doing good versus doing something that just feels good. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Is This The Right Thing? | Asking the Right Questions | Part 2 of 4 | 14 Jan 2026 | 00:07:51 | |
Welcome back for part 2 of our series “Asking the Right Questions.” In today’s episode, Chip Parker is discussing the importance of integrity and doing what is right. Easy doesn’t accomplish the mission, and leaders are called to choose what is best over what is easy. Let’s unpack this idea of the “right thing” together. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Questions Shape Culture | Asking the Right Questions | Part 1 of 4 | 07 Jan 2026 | 00:08:14 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership podcast for the very first episode of 2026! Today, we’re diving into a new series called “Asking the Right Questions” designed to help you ask better questions as a leader in order to shape your organization’s culture. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Yearly Reflection | Ending Well, Starting Strong | Part 2 of 2 | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:11:00 | |
Welcome to part two of our conversation about ending well and starting strong! Today's topic of discussion is all about alignment and clarity. How will you achieve your goals in the coming months? Chip reveals three key steps to make sure that leaders don’t just start the year strong, but that they stay healthy and effective all year long. Let's check it out! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Yearly Reflection | Ending Well, Starting Strong | Part 1 of 2 | 24 Dec 2025 | 00:10:25 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership podcast! Over the next two episodes, Chip Parker is going to walk you through a conversation about ending the year well and finishing the next one strong. Listen in today as Chip shares three questions to ask yourself as you’re reflecting on 2025 and preparing for 2026. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Raising Up New Leaders | Leadership Conversations | Part 3 of 3 | 17 Dec 2025 | 00:16:32 | |
Welcome to part three of our “Leadership Conversations” series. In this series, Chip Parker is sitting down with local Pastors Matt Weaver, Jaret Foshee and Jared Douglas to unpack questions around healthy leadership. Today, they’re diving into the importance of identifying and developing new leaders, and sharing some of the practical ways that you can do this in your own church or business. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Growing as Leaders | Leadership Conversations | Part 2 of 3 | 10 Dec 2025 | 00:18:01 | |
We’re back for another episode in our “Leadership Conversations” series, and we’re excited to dive back into conversation with local Pastors Matt Weaver, Jaret Foshee and Jared Douglas. In part two of this series, Chip and the guys are digging into the importance of growing as leaders and sharing some practical ways that they are being mentored and staying fed as church leaders. Whether you are a church leader, business leader or leader in your home, we believe this episode will inspire you to take that next step of growth as a leader. Let’s check it out! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Our Biggest Leadership Challenges | Leadership Conversations | Part 1 of 3 | 03 Dec 2025 | 00:15:55 | |
Welcome back to Impact Leadership with Chip Parker! Today, we’re excited to be switching gears and inviting three new guests on the podcast for our Leadership Conversation series. Today, Chip is joined by Matt Weaver of Newspring Church in Starke, Jeret Foshee of Cornerstone Community Church in Perry, and Jared Douglas of Pine Grove Baptist Church in Trenton, for a conversation centered around questions about leadership. In part one of this three part series, they’re digging into their biggest leadership challenges. Let’s dive in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Jesus causes growth | Principles for the Harvest | Part 2 of 2 | 26 Nov 2025 | 00:11:48 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership podcast, today we’re wrapping up our Principles for the Harvest series. In this episode, we’ll be discussing how Jesus produces fruit in the Church and how to build firm support systems organizationally, personally, and spiritually. The harvest has already been promised. Are you actively getting ready? Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| His plans are bigger than mine | Principles for the Harvest | Part 1 of 2 | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:11:44 | |
Today we’re diving into a new mini series titled “Principles for the Harvest.” While most conversations are centered around leadership principles that can be applied to any field, these two episodes are more specifically geared to church leaders. In this episode, Chip Parker shares the first two of four principles for the harvest in the local church, which is to see people come to know Jesus and grow in His image. Listen in as he shares how Jesus has a vision for our churches that are bigger than our own and that Jesus provides the seed for that harvest. We hope it encourages you today as we step into this harvest season. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| 4 Tips for Tough Talks | Hard Conversations | Part 4 of 4 | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:09:14 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast for the final episode of Hard Conversations. Today, Chip Parker is sharing some practical tips for making your next hard conversation feel less hard. Let’s dive right in! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Communicate and Collaborate | Hard Conversations | Part 3 of 4 | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:11:55 | |
Welcome back to the Impact Leadership podcast, where today we’re diving into week 3 of our hard conversations series. Listen in as Chip Parker dives into the importance of trust, appreciation and collaboration when it comes to having hard conversations, and how we can tangibly create that atmosphere in our organizations and teams. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| 3 Attitudes for Effective Leaders | Hard Conversations | Part 2 of 4 | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:11:22 | |
Hard conversations can be daunting, but they don’t have to be. In today’s episode, we’re deep diving into the personal attitudes that foster a healthy culture and create healthy conflict. These attitudes are based on scripture, modeling through Jesus the importance of a healthy culture. Listen in as Chip Parker shares the three attitudes of a healthy leader, and join us next week as we continue to explore how we can make hard conversations less hard. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| We Need to Talk… | Hard Conversations | Part 1 of 4 | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:10:31 | |
We need to talk… In this new podcast series, Chip Parker is diving into an important topic for leaders: hard conversations. Listen in as he discusses the importance of tough conversations and how important it is to lean into conflict as leaders. Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||
| Humility and Hero Making | Keep Your Eye on the Ball | Part 4 of 4 | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:09:08 | |
As we close out this series titled "Keep Your Eye on the Ball," today's episode centers around humility and hero making. In ministry and in life, it can be tempting to want to be the hero of the story. However, it's important to allow humility to take the lead rather than pride in our leadership roles. Listen in as Chip Parker shares how to identify those prideful moments in your life and leadership, and explores how we can eliminate distractions to keep our eyes on the ball. Let's check it out! Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode! | |||