In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, Jared sits down with Vanderbloemen COO Jennifer Paulson to explore the art of people management and leadership development. Together, they discuss why the COO role extends far beyond numbers and operations—it's about understanding, empowering, and growing your team.

They delve into:

• How managing people is at the heart of the COO role and why people challenges often trump operational ones.
• The essentials of effective delegation: why following up and hands-on coaching are critical for developing emerging leaders.
• The power of emotional intelligence in navigating difficult conversations and maintaining high team morale.
• Customizing your leadership style to meet the unique needs of individual team members for optimal performance.
• Reframing tough decisions—like letting go of employees—as opportunities for growth and a healthier organization.

Whether you’re leading a church, nonprofit, or corporate team, this episode offers actionable insights to help you build, run, and keep a great team.

In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, William Vanderbloemen explores why credibility matters more than perfection in leadership and how to build lasting trust with your team.

He delves into:

• The difference between perfection and credibility in leadership.
• How to maintain authenticity and integrity as a leader.
• Practical strategies to build trust that endures.
• Why striving for excellence, not perfection, leads to stronger leadership.

Whether you're leading a church, business, or nonprofit, this episode will help you foster a leadership style grounded in trust and authenticity.

In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, William Vanderbloemen and Jennifer Paulson discuss the importance of setting clear goals and how leaders can create alignment to drive their teams forward.

They explore:

· How to set goals that are both ambitious and achievable.

· Why defining success is crucial for team motivation and accountability.

· The role of communication in keeping teams focused and aligned.

· Practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and adapting goals when needed.

Whether you’re leading a church, business, or nonprofit, this episode will provide actionable insights to help you clarify your vision, set meaningful goals, and build a team that is motivated to achieve them.

Resources

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Rocket Fuel Book: https://www.amazon.com/Rocket-Fuel-Essential-Combination-Business/dp/1942952317