After a transformative six-week sabbatical, Alan Briggs returns to the Stay Forth and the Stay Forth Leadership Podcast to unpack his experience. Join co-host Jonathan Collier as he dives deep with Alan into the why, how, and unexpected joys of stepping back to recharge and recalibrate.

In this episode, Alan reveals:

• The pivotal reasons behind his sabbatical decision after seven years.
• How "place, pace, and perspective" reshaped his vision for work and life.
• The unexpected clarity and creativity that emerged from intentional rest.
• Practical tips for leaders contemplating a sabbatical of their own.

Discover how intentional rest isn't just a luxury but a necessity for sustainable impact. Whether you're a visionary leader, coach, or someone feeling the weight of burnout, this episode will inspire you to explore your own rhythms of rest and renewal.

Highlights:

• 🌄 Mountaintop Moments: The breathtaking adventures that helped Alan reconnect with nature, purpose, and God.
• 🔧 Sparks of Creation: How welding became a metaphor for leadership restoration.
• 📖 Margin = Imagination: Why space for rest fuels creativity and clarity.
• 🎯 Practical Sabbatical Tips: From planning to executing a rest-filled, budget-friendly sabbatical.
• 🔥 Clarity After the Pause: Alan’s renewed perspective on leading his team, family, and life post-sabbatical.

🎙️ Quotes to Remember:

• “Without margin, there’s no imagination.”
• “The question isn’t just, ‘What do I need to do?’ but, ‘Who do I need to be?’”
• “Your team can’t be more clear than you are as a leader.”

👉 Connect with us:

• Visit our website: Stay Forth
• Learn more about sabbatical coaching: Sabbatical Coaching Group

Alan dives deep into the world of creativity and team dynamics with author, international speaker, and consultant, Todd Henry. His seven books have been translated into more than a dozen languages.

🌟 Todd Todd Henry has been a guiding force in the realm of creativity, coaching teams towards excellence and teaching them how to thrive together. His insights and strategies have reshaped the way creative teams operate and collaborate.

🔥 What You'll Discover The Essence of Team Creativity: Explore how Todd Henry has empowered creative teams to "live well" together, fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration. Journey of Change: Todd opens up about his personal decision to move beyond good opportunities in pursuit of great ones, and the bravery it took to embrace change. Practical Wisdom: Gain valuable insights from Todd's experiences and learn how you can apply these lessons to your own creative endeavors and team dynamics.

📚 Todd's Work For more about Todd Henry and his work, check out his website https://www.toddhenry.com/

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In this heartfelt episode, Alan Briggs sits down with Lantz Howard, a coach, mentor, and advocate for wholehearted living. Together, they unpack the journey from burnout to living with purpose and intention. Lantz shares his story of leaving the corporate grind of ministry, embracing an 18-month wilderness season, and rediscovering his identity as a husband, father, and leader.

Key topics include:

• The danger of "quiet resignation" and living half-heartedly.
• The transformative power of risk, adventure, and community.
• Practical ways men can reconnect with their purpose, strengthen their marriages, and cultivate meaningful friendships.
• The importance of mentorship—both giving and receiving—and how it can change your life.

Lantz also shares his passion for guiding men through spiritual leadership expeditions and marriage adventures, offering insights into how taking intentional time away can lead to breakthroughs in every area of life.

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Connect with Lantz Howard:

• Website: LantzHoward.com
• Daily insights on LinkedIn: Lantz Howard

Happy Thanksgiving from the Stay Forth Leadership Podcast! 🦃 In this special episode, we dive into seven habits that can transform your life and leadership. Alan Briggs shares practical, life-giving practices that are keeping him grounded, energized, and effective. From rethinking how you rest to prioritizing deep work, these actionable insights are designed to help you lead with purpose and intention.

Inside This Episode:

• Why consistent exercise fuels energy and clarity.
• The game-changing power of consistent sleep and rise times.
• How scheduling family time proactively strengthens relationships.
• The underrated art of taking intentional time off.
• Mastering deep work with tips inspired by Cal Newport.
• How the Right Side Up Journal can simplify your priorities and boost productivity.
• Why surrounding yourself with life-giving people is essential for thriving leadership.

This episode isn’t just about habits—it’s about shaping a life that aligns with your values. Whether you’re relaxing post-Thanksgiving feast or planning for the new year, this conversation is your guide to stepping into 2025 with clarity and confidence.

📖 Mentioned in this episode:

• The Right Side Up Journal – A tool for leaders to plan their days with purpose. Available on Amazon.
• Cal Newport’s book, Deep Work.

🔔 Don’t Forget:

• Subscribe on YouTube
• Grab the Right Side Up Journal here to simplify your life and leadership.

Connect With Us:

• Website: Stay Forth
• Follow us on social: @stayforth

Take a moment today to rest, reflect, and embrace the habits that shape the life you’re striving to live. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Thanksgiving!

Business futurist Tabitha Scott shares her expertise on the fascinating concept of organizations as living organisms and the importance of energy dynamics in effective leadership. Tabitha challenges traditional models of change management, advocating for a more adaptive and fluid approach. She also highlights the profound value of sabbaticals for re-centering leaders, the essential link between productivity and purpose, and her predictions for the evolving future of leadership and organizations.

Listeners will gain actionable insights on how to align personal energy with organizational goals, unlock the potential of their teams, and embrace a mindset of empowerment in the face of constant change.

Key Takeaways:

• Organizations, like living organisms, must innovate to thrive.
• Change management is outdated; leaders need to learn how to flow with change.
• Energy management is critical for avoiding burnout and sustaining leadership impact.
• Sabbaticals are an essential tool for leaders to gain perspective and re-energize.
• Productivity stems from being energized and driven by a clear purpose.
• The future of leadership demands a shift towards empowerment and authenticity.
• Listening to energy levels, both personal and organizational, is key for effective decision-making.

Sound Bites:

• "What the heck is a business futurist?"
• "Stop trying to chase change."
• "Listen to what's in the current."

Chapters:

• 00:00 – Introduction
• 00:21 – Understanding the Growth Cycle
• 01:08 – Organization as a Living Organism
• 03:21 – Assess, Align, and Adapt
• 04:26 – The Currency of Leadership: Energy
• 05:43 – Markers of Organizational Decline
• 07:11 – Markers of Personal Overwhelm
• 08:38 – The Power of Sabbaticals
• 09:08 – Knowing When to Push or Rest
• 10:20 – The Transformational Power of Nature
• 13:08 – Productivity and Purpose
• 15:22 – Finding Purpose in Serving Others
• 20:38 – Focusing on the Present
• 22:08 – Conclusion

About Tabitha Scott:
Tabitha Scott is a renowned business futurist and energy management expert. She has spearheaded groundbreaking initiatives, including the creation of the world’s largest solar-powered community, and her innovative work has been recognized by the White House. A prolific writer, Tabitha has been featured in publications like Forbes and CEO Magazine and is certified in diverse fields, from energy management to blockchain technology.

With advanced degrees in Finance and Business Management and certifications in holistic and organizational practices, Tabitha is uniquely equipped to guide leaders and organizations toward innovation and resilience.

Connect with Tabitha:

• Website: www.tabithascott.com
• Books: Tabitha’s Works
  
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Ever wonder why some leaders consistently rise above challenges and achieve extraordinary results? In this episode, we dive into the 3 surprising habits that set the most effective leaders apart. Discover how seizing even the smallest opportunities, facing obstacles head-on, and having a clear outcome can transform your leadership journey.

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In this special cross-podcast episode, Alan Briggs, host of the Stay Forth Leadership Podcast, joins Roger and Amanda Joy on the Come to Listen Podcast. Together, they dive into Alan’s journey in leadership, coaching, and entrepreneurship, discussing his passion for empowering others, tackling burnout, and building sustainable impact. They also explore Alan’s new book, Anti-Burnout: A Lighter Way to Live and Lead in a Heavy World, packed with actionable insights for leaders committed to making a meaningful difference.

Listeners will hear about:

• The importance of community in combating burnout
• Alan’s “mountain guide” approach to leadership coaching
• His unique take on balancing health, growth, and impact
• How leaders can reframe success for sustainable influence

About Alan Briggs

Alan Briggs is the founder of Stay Forth Designs, a leadership coaching organization focused on supporting leaders and teams to thrive without burnout. A former pastor turned entrepreneur, Alan brings a deep understanding of meaningful leadership and personal sustainability. His latest book, Anti-Burnout, introduces practical tools and frameworks to help leaders find the right rhythm between work and rest, so they can experience greater purpose and health in their leadership journey.

Alan is also the co-founder of Co Harbor, a coworking space designed to foster community and collaboration among entrepreneurs in Colorado Springs. With a life mission rooted in living well and empowering others, Alan remains dedicated to coaching leaders and cultivating spaces where people can thrive authentically.

Connect with Alan:

• Website: Stay Forth
• Book: Anti-Burnout on Amazon
• Follow Stay Forth for Upcoming Webinars and Resources

Upcoming Webinar Alert:

Join us on November 13, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. MST for the next installment of the Demistifying Sabbatical series, focusing on “Rest for Renewed Leadership and Organizational Growth.” This free webinar, hosted by Sabbatical Coaching Group, is ideal for leaders looking to deepen their approach to rest and rejuvenation.

Register here: https://www.sabbaticalcoachinggroup.com/webinars-and-trainings/event-one-b58ml-2can2

In this insightful episode, Alan sits down with Dan Rockwell, acclaimed author of The Vagrant, seasoned leadership coach, and consultant. Together, they dive into the ways we often stand in our own way, the personal growth practices that can elevate us, and the essential qualities leaders need to embody now more than ever. Packed with practical wisdom, this conversation hits close to home for us at Stay Forth and speaks directly to the heart of meaningful leadership.

About Dan Rockwell

Dan Rockwell delivered his first presentation at sixteen and has been captivating audiences with his insights and workshops ever since. In 2010, his passion for leadership inspired him to start the Leadership Freak blog, now read in nearly every country and followed by almost 500,000 people across social media.

Named among Inc. Magazine’s "Top Fifty Leadership and Management Experts" and one of the “Top 100 Great Leadership Speakers,” Dan’s work has been widely recognized. The Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness has called Leadership Freak the “most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet.”

Dan’s reach extends beyond the digital sphere through his keynotes and workshops with an impressive range of clients, including the National Institutes of Health, Home Depot, Ascension Health, Geisinger Health System, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Holding an MBA and degrees in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, and Construction & Design, Dan’s diverse background includes owning two businesses and working as a Workforce Development Consultant for Penn State. In this role, he designed courses, mentored instructors, and gave hundreds of presentations to audiences worldwide. Today, he continues his work as a leadership coach and consultant while actively serving in his local community.

Dan lives in central Pennsylvania with his wife, his high school sweetheart of over 40 years.

Connect with Dan

Website: Leadership Freak

Book: The Vagrant: Inner Journey of Leadership Parable

Alan Briggs discusses the significance of sabbaticals for leaders, sharing his personal experiences and insights gained from previous sabbaticals. He emphasizes the importance of planning, renewal, and recalibration during this time away from work. The discussion also touches on the challenges of stepping away from work, the need for engagement in everyday life, and the activities he looks forward to during his upcoming sabbatical. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the transformative power of sabbaticals in fostering personal growth and well-being.   Takeaways

• Sabbaticals help leaders renew their energy and recalibrate their vision.
• Personal experiences during sabbaticals can be both delightful and challenging.
• Planning for a sabbatical is crucial to ensure a smooth transition.
• Engagement in everyday life is more fulfilling than seeking escape through travel.
• Rest can take many forms, including physical activity and mental space.
• Sabbaticals are an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends.
• The importance of modeling healthy rhythms for others as a leader.
• Sabbaticals can lead to new insights and creative ideas for the future.
• It's essential to prioritize what truly matters during a sabbatical.
• Sabbaticals require faith and trust in the process of stepping away from work.

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In this conversation, Alan Briggs shares his journey of self-discovery and leadership, emphasizing the importance of balancing future aspirations with present engagement. He discusses the psychological aspects of leadership, particularly the tension between hope and fear when planning for the future. Through practical tools like the Right Side Up Journal and the Innovation Triangle, he encourages leaders to reflect on their past, assess their current state, and strategically plan for the future. The conversation culminates in a call for self-reflection and the importance of maintaining health and sustainability in leadership roles.

takeaways

• Leaders often focus on the future, which can lead to anxiety.
• It's essential to balance future planning with present engagement.
• Small practices can help leaders stay grounded in the present.
• A weekly review can highlight victories often overlooked.
• Quarterly audits provide a deeper reflection on goals and achievements.
• The Innovation Triangle helps leaders assess their focus areas.
• Self-reflection is crucial for personal and professional growth.
• Healthy leaders create healthy cultures around them.
• Understanding fears about the future can lead to better planning.
• Leaders are wired for impact, but must prioritize their well-being.

 

 

In part two of our directions series, Alan shares his transformative experience during a bucket list trip to Scotland, emphasizing the importance of being present in both extraordinary and everyday moments. He discusses the challenges leaders face in maintaining presence amidst distractions and the need for intentional habits to foster engagement with family, friends, and teams. Alan wraps up this episode with practical questions for leaders to enhance their mindfulness and reflection, ultimately aiming for sustainable impact in their lives and communities.   takeaways

• The trip to Scotland was a bucket list experience.
• Staying present is crucial for leaders.
• Distractions can steal our attention from loved ones.
• Intentional habits help maintain presence.
• Reflection is vital for personal growth.
• Leaders shape the future but must stay grounded.
• The attention economy challenges our focus.
• Small disciplines can lead to significant changes.
• Engaging in the moment enriches relationships.
• Creating healthy cultures starts with being present.