Doing Less, Leading Better: Lessons on the Power of Pause with Bill Simmons

Bill Simmons is the CEO of Hope Rises International (formerly American Leprosy Missions) and author of The Way of Interruption. Bill shares how a sabbatical and a season at a monastery led him to radically reimagine leadership—through prayer, presence, and the power of doing less.

We explore:

• The origins of The Way of Interruption and how it grew out of intentional pauses during a life-changing sabbatical

• Why his organization now begins meetings with 30-second silences and prays through Psalms twice daily

• How ancient practices can transform modern team dynamics

• Why less hustle can actually lead to more impact

• The leadership myth that doing more equals leading better—and what to do instead

Whether you’re leading a nonprofit, a business, or a team of two, this conversation will challenge how you think about spiritual rhythms and your work life.

Links & Resources:

• Buy The Way of Interruption

• Learn more about Hope Rises International

• Connect with Bill on LinkedIn

• If you are ready to share your story, learn more at ShareYourStory.com

Try This:
Before your next meeting, pause for 30 seconds. Breathe. Notice. Invite peace in. It might just change the way you lead.