Listen "Leading through Political Divides with Josh Butler"
Episode Synopsis
Information isn’t the gap between failure and success—action is. Path for Growth’s 1-on-1 coaching helps you create a plan and execute on what matters most for your business. Apply today at pathforgrowth.com/coaching.How can we promote unity and understanding in our organizations when it feels like people are more divided than ever? In this episode, Alex talks with Josh Butler, a pastor, leader and author of the new book “The Party Crasher: How Jesus Disrupts Politics as Usual and Redeems Our Partisan Divide.” Josh unpacks his framework for understanding the different political “regions” people fall into, reminding us that each leaning has its strengths, as long as we don’t make it an idol. He then shares practical advice and examples for leaders about what it might look like to engage with people in different political camps, make yourself accessible for questions and conversations, and create an environment that fosters unity. Episode Recap:
Today we’re talking with Josh Butler about leading through political divides (0:00:56)
Why are you so passionate about the message of “The Party Crasher?” (0:02:50)
What are the four political religions, and why are they useful? (0:08:51)
The Modern Left: A religion of progress (0:11:39)
The Modern Right: A religion of responsibility (0:16:35)
The Postmodern Left: A religion of self-expression (0:20:38)
The Postmodern Right: A religion of security (0:27:03)
How have people responded to learning about these quadrants? (0:31:17)
What might it look like to embrace our leanings without bowing to them? (0:34:07)
Can you share advice for engaging with people you don’t agree with? (0:45:17)
How can leaders create an environment that fosters unity? (0:51:11)
How do you make yourself accessible without burning out? (0:57:26)
We have an opportunity to call people to transcend divisions (1:04:36)
Resources:Redemption Tempe“The Party Crasher” by Joshua Ryan ButlerDownload the 10 Political CommitmentsTry Path for Growth 1on1 Coaching Free for 14 DaysDownload the Free Reading GuideConnect with our Founder Alex Judd on LinkedIn and Instagram
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