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Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanWhen Control Masquerades as Maturity | From My New Book: Handling ConflictControl in conflict doesn’t look explosive or avoidant. It looks calm. Composed. Responsible. But beneath that composure can be fear — fear of uncertainty, fear of losing influence, fear of emotional messiness.In this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer explores how control can quietly replace connection in moments of tension. This conversation unpacks the subtle difference between leading through conflict and managing it, and why vulnerability — not efficiency — is what ultimately builds trust.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.gravetop.com Follow on...
2026-02-2514 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanWhy Small Conflicts Turn Into Big Explosions | From My New Book: Handling ConflictExplosive conflict rarely comes out of nowhere. It’s usually the result of things that mattered but were never addressed—moments that were minimized, delayed, or stored until pressure finally demanded a release.In this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer explores why conflict explodes, how patience can quietly turn into pressure, and what’s really happening internally before a reaction feels “sudden.” This conversation is about understanding the buildup, interrupting the cycle, and learning how to bring honesty into the room before it burns everything down.—Leave a rating and review for this show!...
2026-02-1113 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanWhy We Avoid Conflict | From My New Book: Handling ConflictAvoiding conflict often looks like patience, maturity, or keeping the peace—but underneath it’s usually about discomfort and fear. What feels like wisdom in the moment can quietly turn into distance and resentment over time.In this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer focuses on why avoidance is the most common conflict response, how it’s learned, and the hidden cost of staying silent. This conversation helps you recognize the difference between peacekeeping and peacebuilding, and invites you to begin handling tension with honesty and courage.—Leave a rating and review for this show!
2026-02-0412 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanWhy Conflict Feels So Hard | From My New Book: Handling ConflictConflict isn’t difficult because we don’t care. It’s difficult because it touches fear, insecurity, and the risk of losing connection. What often looks like avoidance, explosion, or control is usually an attempt to feel safe.In this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer lays the foundation for the Handling Conflict Book by exploring why tension feels so threatening, how our conflict patterns are formed, and the quiet cost of not addressing issues honestly. This conversation invites you to slow down, understand your defaults, and begin seeing conflict not as a failure—but as something that can be s...
2026-01-2812 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanOverthinking Is Costing You More Than You ThinkOverthinking and procrastination often disguise themselves as productivity, but what we’re really doing is avoiding discomfort. We wait to feel ready, motivated, or confident before starting—only to drag the dread out far longer than necessary.In this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer shares a simple but revealing story about procrastinating a three-minute cold plunge for over an hour, and how that moment exposed a pattern many of us live in daily. This conversation is about naming what we’re avoiding, understanding how comfort quietly costs us peace, and learning the discipline of starting even w...
2026-01-2113 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanWhy Forcing Things to Happen Creates More Pain Than ProgressThere’s a difference between showing up with intention and forcing outcomes out of fear, impatience, or control. What feels like progress in the moment can quietly turn into pressure, frustration, and cleanup later.In this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer reflects on the cost of forcing things to happen—from decisions to timing to sales—and why alignment, patience, and flow often lead to more sustainable success. This conversation is an invitation to loosen your grip, trust timing, and stop confusing control with wisdom.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Con...
2026-01-1413 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanYou Don’t Need a New Year, You Need a Clear WhyA new year often brings pressure to change fast, feel motivated, and have everything figured out. But motivation fades, and without a clear why, even good goals can feel heavy.In this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer talks about why lasting growth doesn’t start with a calendar change, but with clarity of purpose. This conversation is an invitation to slow down, realign, and move forward with intention instead of pressure.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.gravetop.com Follow on Yo...
2025-12-3111 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanEnding the Year Without PressureThe end of the year can quietly bring pressure—pressure to evaluate, pressure to perform, and pressure to already have the next season planned out.In this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer talks about how to end the year without carrying that weight into what comes next. This episode is an invitation to slow down, be present, and allow gratitude to be the final seal of the year rather than anxiety or urgency.Instead of rushing into goal-setting or forcing clarity, Homer shares a healthier approach to transition: recognizing progress (even when it felt small), ch...
2025-12-2314 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanProgress Isn’t Linear | Reading Growth Without Losing PerspectiveIn this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer explores why growth isn’t linear and how misreading numbers, results, or seasons can lead to unnecessary discouragement and imposter syndrome. Whether you’re leading a business, a church, a team, or your own personal growth journey, learning how to interpret progress correctly is essential for staying grounded and healthy.Using real leadership examples, Homer explains the difference between normal rhythms and warning patterns—why some fluctuations are simply seasonal, while others point to deeper structural or cultural issues that require responsibility and change. This episode offers a balanced perspective on opt...
2025-12-1615 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanProtecting Your Peace & Your Purpose | Boundaries, Seasons & DreamsIn this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer dives into the evolving nature of boundaries and why protecting your peace is essential for protecting your purpose. He also shares how to support the dreams of the people you love — whether you're building together, in totally separate lanes, or stepping into seasons where you take turns being the co-star or the supporting act.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.gravetop.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch...
2025-12-0222 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanKnow Your Capacity | Emotional Self-Awareness That Saves You From BurnoutIn this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer gets real about emotional self-awareness and learning to recognize your actual capacity — not just how strong you feel in the moment. Sharing a personal story about an alarming stress test during 2020, he unpacks why wisdom, boundaries, and timing are essential for staying healthy, steady, and effective long-term.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.gravetop.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.gravetop.com/shop ORDE...
2025-11-1815 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanReps Over Results | Leadership Isn’t GlamorousIn this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer breaks down what people don’t see about real leadership (whether in career, parenting, relationships, etc.) — the reps it takes mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually to stay strong when life gets heavy. It’s a raw look at how private discipline builds public strength, and why leadership isn’t glamorous — it’s grit.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.gravetop.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.gra...
2025-11-1119 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanAuthentic Hustle | How to Build a Business Around What You Actually EnjoyIn this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer talks about why so many people build hustles that don’t align with who they are — and how to flip that script by creating from your natural strengths and passions. Learn how to recognize what you’re built for, stay authentic, and turn what you already enjoy into something sustainable and profitable.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.gravetop.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.grave...
2025-11-0418 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanFaith & Frustration | The Real Reason Your Growth Feels SlowIn this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer shares the tension of believing while waiting — the slow, often discouraging process of starting something new and not seeing results right away. Through real stories from ministry and life, he reminds us that foundation seasons may feel empty, but they’re shaping the endurance to sustain future growth.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.gravetop.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.gravetop.com/shop ORD...
2025-10-2817 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We CanFind Your Flow | Creating the Hustle You Actually EnjoyIn this episode of Heart & Hustle, Homer shares how rediscovering creativity through AI-made music, designing shirts, and even skateboarding again reconnected him to the pure joy of doing what he loves — regardless of opinions. It’s a reminder that your hustle doesn’t need validation to be valuable — it just needs you to show up with heart.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.gravetop.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.gravetop.com/shop 
2025-10-0716 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can99. Presentation Without Being FakeYou don’t have to choose between being confident and being authentic. In this episode, we explore how to lead with clarity, curiosity, and purpose—without falling into performance or compromising who you really are.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.comFollow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shopORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2025-07-2319 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can98. Don’t Get Overwhelmed—How to Follow Through With Big IdeasBig dreams often come with big doubts—but they don’t have to stay paralyzing. In this episode, learn how to break down intimidating ideas by managing your mindset, reverse-mapping the vision, and building forward with practical, confident steps.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.comFollow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shopORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2025-07-1621 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can97. How to Master Your Craft in Creative and Unexpected WaysMastery doesn’t happen by accident—it happens when you choose to stretch your skill in unfamiliar ways. In this episode, we explore how to grow your gift through intentional practice, creative reps, and bold experimentation in places outside your comfort zone.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.comFollow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shopORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2025-07-1015 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can96. How to Overcome Objections with Confidence and ClarityObjections aren’t the enemy—lack of confidence is. In this episode, we break down how to overcome resistance by believing in your mission, learning your message, and practicing real conversations that build clarity and trust.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.comFollow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shopORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2025-07-0120 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can95. Stand Firm or Pivot? How to Lead with Conviction and HumilityGreat leaders know when to stand their ground—and when to humbly shift course. In this episode, we explore how to discern the difference between conviction and pride, and how to lead with both strength and humility.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.comFollow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shopORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2025-05-2713 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can94. Reignite Your Passion for WorkWhat if your work isn’t the problem—your perspective is? In this episode, we explore how to recondition your mindset from “I have to” to “I get to,” using gratitude and purpose to rediscover joy in your daily work.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.comFollow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shopORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2025-05-2015 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can93. Confident Leaders Aren’t Intimidated—They Empower Better PeopleThe best leaders aren’t threatened by talented people—they empower them. In this episode, we talk about how to lead with confidence, release control, and build a team that thrives through trust, not insecurity.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.comFollow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shopORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2025-05-1316 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can92. Stop Forcing It: How Great Leaders Know When to PivotAs a leader, there’s a fine line between perseverance and forcing something that just isn’t working. In this episode, we explore how to recognize when it’s time to pivot—whether it's your routine, your expectations, or your team’s direction.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.comFollow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shopORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2025-03-2608 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can91. How to Keep Improving Your SkillsYour skills and expertise should always be growing. In this episode, we break down how to keep improving, push past complacency, and stay committed to leveling up in your craft—no matter what stage you’re at.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.comFollow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shopORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2025-03-0417 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can90. How to Recognize and Seize OpportunitiesOpportunities are everywhere, but how do you know which ones are worth taking? In this episode, we break down how to recognize opportunities, evaluate their potential and risk, and gain value from them—even when the outcome isn’t what you expected.—Leave a rating and review for this show!Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.comFollow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shopORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2025-02-2517 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can82. Shake Things UpHave you ever felt burnt out or stuck in the routines of life? In this episode, Homer reflects on the power of rediscovering your 'why,' shaking up your normal routines, and finding renewed purpose to make a real difference in the lives of others. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop ORDER my BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books ...
2024-12-0410 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can78. Conversation with Lauren HargroveIn this episode, I'm joined by Lauren Hargrove, co-pastor of Gravetop Church and host of the Momming with Jesus podcast community. We explore balancing faith, family, and leadership as we unpack her journey. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop ORDER my NEW BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2024-10-0952 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can77. Changes To Broaden The Hidden Potential PodcastIn this episode, we take a bold step in broadening the scope of the *Hidden Potential* podcast. Join me as I share how hidden potential can be found in unexpected places—from personal growth to creative passions—and what the future holds for diverse and inspiring conversations. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop ORDER my NEW BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/bo...
2024-10-0207 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can76. How I Wrote My Next bookIn this episode of, Homer shares how he wrote his next book by staying consistent, blocking out time effectively, and identifying gaps to serve his readers. Tune in for three actionable takeaways that will help you apply these strategies to your own creative projects. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop ORDER my NEW BOOK: ht...
2024-09-1823 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can75. Preparing For Your First OpportunityIn this episode, we explore how to prepare for your first big opportunity by taking on responsibility, exceeding expectations, and embracing the importance of preparation. Tune in for three actionable takeaways that will help you maximize your potential and stand out in any leadership or ministry role. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop ORDER my...
2024-09-0418 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can74. When To Charge MoneyIn this episode, we explore the balance between offering free services and knowing when it’s time to charge for your work. Discover key strategies to monetize your efforts while maintaining a sense of purpose and scalability in your leadership or ministry. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop ORDER my NEW BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com...
2024-08-2119 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can73. When To Be Stubborn or AdaptableIn this episode of The Hidden Potential Podcast, we explore the delicate balance between standing firm and adapting your approach as a leader. Tune in to discover practical insights on when to be stubborn, when to be flexible, and how to discern the best path forward for your leadership journey. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop...
2024-08-1318 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can72. My Thoughts On The Olympics ControversyIn this episode of The Hidden Potential Podcast, I share my thoughts on the latest Olympics controversy and how we, as Christians, can stay united in the face of divisive events. We'll explore the different ways people react and I'll offer practical advice on how to respond with wisdom and integrity. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/sh...
2024-07-3121 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can71. Why I Wrote A BookIn today's episode, I share the inspiration behind my recent book and how it relates to your own dreams and aspirations. We'll explore the importance of shifting focus from self-doubt to providing meaningful contributions to others, and I'll guide you on how to start your own journey toward achieving your dreams. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/sh...
2024-07-2415 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can70. Should I Quit My Job?In this episode of The Hidden Potential Podcast, we explore whether you should quit your day job to pursue your passion. We'll cover practical steps for planning your business model, evaluating your ROI, and maintaining discipline for success. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch: https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop ORDER my NEW BOOK: https://homerandlauren.com/books
2024-07-1030 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can69. 5 Things I Would Do If I Started Over69. 5 Things I Would Do If I Started Over In this episode, Homer shares the top five actions he would take if starting over. Learn how to define your purpose, connect with your audience, and build a strong, engaging ministry. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-07-0237 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can68. 3 Tips For Effective LeadershipIn this episode, Homer shares three transformative tips for effective leadership. Tune in to discover how staying busy, bouncing back from setbacks, and embracing the belief in your success can elevate your leadership and ministry. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-06-2014 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can67. Website and Social Media for BeginnersIn this, Homer dives into the essentials of building your online presence with a focus on website creation and social media strategies. Learn practical tips on choosing the right website template, optimizing for mobile, understanding your audience's social media habits, and creating authentic connections both online and offline. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-06-0536 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can66. Anticipating Problems PrematurelyIn this episode, Homer discusses how to anticipate and prevent problems before they arise. Learn strategies for event planning, managing staff and volunteers, and protecting against burnout, with three actionable takeaways to boost your leadership skills. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-05-2925 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can65. Problematic People PleasingIn this episode, we discuss the problems of people pleasing in leadership. Learn how to recognize it, avoid it, and apply three key takeaways to stay true to your mission. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-05-1520 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can64. Speaking With No PreparationIn this episode, we explore the art of speaking with no preparation, discussing strategies for seizing opportunities and always having a message ready. Tune in for practical tips on crafting a compelling message using your best content, and learn how regular practice can prepare you to thrive outside your comfort zone. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.co...
2024-05-0813 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can63. My Thoughts On Driscoll & Stronger Men’s ConferenceIn this episode, we go into the recent Driscoll & Stronger Men’s Conference, as I share my thoughts on it from a leadership perspective. We'll discuss the nature of the accusations made and talk about the necessity of such events in today’s context. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-04-3017 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can62. 10 Principles To Strengthen Your LeadershipIn this episode, we discuss ten foundational principles that enhance leadership qualities, emphasizing the importance of presence, problem-solving with trust, and prioritizing growth over perfection. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-04-1819 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can61. How To Grow Your NetworkIn this episode, we dive into the art of growing your network through the power of presence, support, and collaboration. Learn how to make impactful connections by attending industry events, volunteering your services, and inviting others into your space, all aimed at enhancing your leadership and ministry impact. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-04-1015 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can60. How To Handle Emotional DisappointmentsIn this episode, we talk about the complex world of emotional disappointments in leadership and ministry, offering insights on acknowledging our feelings without becoming overwhelmed by them. We explore practical steps for moving forward, culminating in three actionable takeaways to empower listeners in managing their emotional responses to setbacks. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-04-0417 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can59. Sermon Preparation Interview By Jaden MunozIn this episode, I have a conversation with Jaden Munoz, a bible college student from Christ Mission College about spiritual and practical steps to preparing a sermon. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-03-2017 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can58. The Ultimate Guide To Reusing ContentLearn to amplify your reach across platforms with minimal effort. Gain insights on leveraging AI and establishing smart routines to maximize your content's impact. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-03-1323 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can57. 4 Habits That Leveled Up My LeadershipIn this episode, we delve into four unexpected habits that have profoundly impacted my leadership journey, enhancing mental clarity, discipline, and focus. Tune in to uncover how these morning rituals can transform your daily routine and leadership approach. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on https://www.homerhargrove.com/shop
2024-03-0613 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can56. Evita Morin Conversation: Small Triumphs For Maximizing LeadershipIn this conversation, I talk with Evita Morin about small triumphs to building leadership. Evita is the CEO of Rise Recovery, and she has over 15 years of experience in the civic and nonprofit sector with vulnerable and marginalized groups. Under her leadership, Rise Recovery has thrived, raising $8.5 million for San Antonio's first family and youth support center for recovery. She spearheaded initiatives like the 24-Hour Bexar County Helpline and partnerships with local schools, driven by a mission to impact behavioral and mental health policies and services. Beyond her professional achievements, Evita is recognized for her community service and leadership...
2024-02-2145 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can55. Eric Campos Conversation: Building and Sustaining IntimacyIn this conversation, Eric Campos interviews me for his research assignment in Bible College about the topic of intimacy relative to church members, leaders and even in marriage. We talk about what it practically looks like and how it can be made sustainable. Eric is a youth pastor and minister with over 13 years of experience. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Member by visiting https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok by searching @homerdh3 SHOP merch on...
2024-02-1429 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can54. Sergio Torres Interview: Becoming An Authentic LeaderIn this episode, I talk with Sergio Torres about becoming an authentic leader. Sergio is the lead pastor at Somos Church (www.somoschurch.cc).He was born in El Paso, Texas, and raised in Juárez, Mexico. Beyond his passion and dedication to the church, he is a loving husband to Beatriz and a proud father of three wonderful children. Sergio is passionate about building a multicultural and multigenerational church that reaches those who are far from God. — Leave a rating and review for this show! Connect with Homer or become a Support Mem...
2024-02-0749 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can53. Chuck Skarin Interview: The Power of Building LeadersIn this episode, I have a conversation with Chuck Skarin about the power of building leaders. Throughout his journey, Chuck has initiated and led various ministry sites, spanning diverse settings from rural areas to mid-sized cities and is currently leading as the Chief Ministry Officer at Southwest Texas Youth for Christ office in San Antonio, Tx. This diverse experience has brought him into close collaboration with individuals, volunteers, and staff from every generation and a multitude of ethnic backgrounds. Through these experiences, he has not only acquired valuable skills and knowledge but also demonstrated a consistent track record of...
2024-01-3134 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can52. Jarred Moss Interview: Making Yourself Available For GrowthIn this episode, I interview a good friend of mine, Jarred Moss. He is a Pastor at The River church in Searcy, Arkansas and has occupied several leadership roles and responsibilities in his 14 years of ministry experience. He has completed several ministry and Biblical education programs such as 220internship at Bethany Church, Destiny Leadership Institute, and Pastors University. Prior to serving in senior leadership at his home church, The River, he was a local church youth pastor for 7 years. He has also led a national youth program for Destiny Leaders. He is married to Evelyn, has three daughters.
2024-01-241h 01Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can51. Heart & Resolve: Navigating Tough Times in LeadershipBig thought: Some of the most difficult moments in ministry and leadership is when you feel like you’ve hit a wall and feel like you’re not seeing the results or fruits of the hard work that you’ve been putting in. It may come in different forms. It may be that you have been working at it for a long time and now feel like you’re just beating your head against the wall. Or you may have started to see some of the growth that you were praying and working for, but then, as if from one nigh...
2024-01-1718 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can50. 3 Major Tips For Planning The New YearBig thought: Many people allow their years to somewhat fold over on each other as they are in a constant state of playing catch up. Without having a clear process of building their plans and goals, they feel overwhelmed at the thought of planning for the year because they struggle with simply planning their week. But if you want something to change in your organization, it requires you to make a plan with certain goals. In order to make this more approachable, you have to simplify the process of planning and goal setting for your year.
2024-01-1012 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can49. 5 Lessons I Learned In 2023Big thought: Every year people typically like the idea of having a type of reset in their lives through a New Year’s resolution. One thing that I like to do is have an end of the year reflection to look back and critically think about what lessons I have learned. Each year, I feel like I am able to grow as an individual and leader as I consider these different kinds of life experiences, and I am able to use them to shape myself into the kind of person that I want to become. ...
2023-12-2011 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can48. Becoming A Confident Leader: Apology Behavior & Taking ResponsibilityBig thought: One of the hardest parts about becoming a leader is the weight of responsibility that comes with it. It can feel overwhelming to feel like different initiatives or even sometimes the entire organization is relying on you. It can feel either frustrating or discouraging when you run into problems or failed goals with all of that pressure coming down on you and your ego/identity. Learning how to handle those challenges and situations is something that takes humility and experiences of lessons learned. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk abou...
2023-12-1314 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can47. Find Your Niche: Learning How To Build Your SpecialtyBig thought: One of the biggest mistakes that ministers and leaders make is making their desired audience too broad. If you try to reach everyone, you’ll often reach no one. But if you try to reach someone, you’ll feel like you’re reaching everyone. This all boils down into finding out what your niche of expertise is in. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to find your niche when it comes to ministry. We’re going to talk about practical ways to discover what your niche may be. We’re go...
2023-12-0615 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can46. The Art Attention: Learning To Choose What To Give Your FocusBig thought: The longer that you are a leader, the greater demand of your attention grows. It can feel overwhelming as you begin to have too much on your plate, and with feeling exasperated comes feeling confused on what you should be doing first. On top of that, the minute that you finish one thing, it seems like three more things arise asking for your focus again. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to discern what you should and shouldn’t give your attention to. We’re going to discuss...
2023-11-2917 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can45. 3 Principles For Navigating The Early Journey To LeadershipBig thought: Most leaders start out with a simple aspiration to make a difference by stepping up in some way shape or form. As simple as it starts, there are so many complex situations and ideas that we run into along the way. At the same time, there are different levels of leadership and different things that you should practice depending on how far into it you are. What you do at the beginning of your leadership journey is very different from what you do as a seasoned leader. In today’s episode, we’re g...
2023-11-1516 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can44. Beyond the Screen: Uncovering the Value of In-Person InteractionBig thought: It’s easier now than ever to project a message for others to hear because of online platforms. You don’t need anyone’s permission to start a live video or launch a podcast. Any person who is convincing enough can create an online following that goes to them for guidance, lessons or advice. The only problem is that if your only experience is online experience, you will run out of relatability and sound perception quickly. Without actual in person ministry experiences, you will be limited in tested and tried feedback. You run the high risk of pretty...
2023-11-0819 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can43. How To Better Share Your TestimonyBig thought: A person’s own personal transformational experience with Jesus Christ can be one of the most powerful tools one can use in bringing others to Christ. But the problem is that many people struggle to go through their story in an effective and easy to follow way. Learning how to sharpen your testimony can dramatically alter how you’re able to use it. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to perfect sharing your testimony. We’re going to learn how to break down the order in which you should...
2023-11-0110 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can42. Make Your Message More Approachable42. Make Your Message More Approachable Big thought: So many times, we have a great life giving message that can truly help impact a person’s life and soul, we’re left deflated and confused when people reject that message on the spot. While saying things like, “they just can’t handle the truth” lets us off the hook, being better at how we say certain things can make our messages more effective and receptive to people. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how important it is to meet peo...
2023-10-2417 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can41. Secrets To Longevity with Mario NavaIn today’s episode, we have a conversation with Pastor Mario Nava. Mario is married to his beautiful bride, Irma, and the father to Rebekah and Andrew. He leads and pastors the church Living Faith in San Antonio, Texas. His church is outreach minded and holds true to the idea to “BE THE CHURCH." His messages are inspiring and uplifting as he challenges people in thought provoking ways. He teaches The Word of God in a way that is easy to understand without ever compromising Biblical principles. — Leave a rating and review for this show! ...
2023-10-1152 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can40. The Power of Using Stories To Inspire ParticipationBig thought: It’s common to read even passages of scripture that are powerful yet feel like your audience isn’t connecting to it. Oftentimes it’s not as much as what we are talking about as it is how we are talking about it. As leaders and communicators, we have to learn how to better develop our storytelling abilities so that we can help people to visualize what the passage is saying. In today’s episode, we’re going to learn how to utilize moments and stories in a way that is memorable and meanin...
2023-10-0417 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can39. How Numbers Can Help Or Hurt YouBig thought: Many leaders carry vague ideas of different recordable metrics in their heads, and many times their ideas of these numbers give a false perception of what success looks like. A leader can be making a valuable impact in people’s lives while thinking that they aren’t making a difference at the same time. Someone can go through a slow down period and think that all of their efforts were for nothing just because of their confusion on how numbers work. Today we’re going to talk about the importance of recording and un...
2023-09-2916 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can38. Overcoming Insecurity: Abe McIntyre's Journey from Recovery to LeadershipIn this episode, we're joined by Abe McIntyre, a remarkable individual who, after overcoming addiction, became a leader in the field of recovery at the San Antonio Recovery Center. Abe's personal journey as a recovering addict has uniquely positioned him to provide leadership and inspiration to others on the path to recovery. Discover how Abe leverages his lived experience to lead and guide individuals through the recovery process. We explore the challenges and opportunities of leadership in this human-centric field, shedding light on the potential for compassionate leadership to enhance organizational outcomes and provide unique care for people. Tune...
2023-09-2047 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can37. Building Rapport: How To Connect With PeopleBig thought: Connecting with people is often easier said than done, and many people psych themselves out of it before they even get the chance to try. Building rapport is one of the most coveted skills in almost any business or organization. It seems to be the essence of being a people’s person, but it is actually so much more than that. It is building trust for the brand in which you represent. It is helping connect people’s needs to a solution. It is even simply being a genuine friend who cares. Toda...
2023-09-1319 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can36. When To Change JobsBig thought: Deciding whether you want to stay or leave a workplace is one of the most difficult and confusing decisions you can make. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and lost as to what to do as you go back and forth between what you think are the pros and cons. And it’s even more confusing when you’re wondering if you’re supposed to stay or go according to God’s will. You ask yourself over and over, “what if God wants me to stay?” or “what if I’m supposed to leave and just trust God?” The “what if...
2023-09-0620 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can35. Organizing Your Life For Greater ResultsBig thought: A leader’s organizational skills are pivotal within an organization or ministry because everyone else that you’re leading is dependent on your level of clarity and sophistication in handling business. When you finish something last minute, someone else is now more stressed over their role because you didn’t organize enough time. Your level of organization affects your volunteers, staff, marketing opportunities, potential impact and so much more.  Today we are going to talk about the aspect of personal organization as a leader. We’re going to learn about how it can either stall or acceler...
2023-08-3019 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can34. Getting In The ZoneBig thought: Procrastination is one of the most damaging traits to have because not only does it typically stain your presentation, but it builds up anxiety for a special moment that you should actually be excited about. Instead of being able to appreciate the privilege of responsibility, you feel like an imposter who isn’t ready for the task.  Today we are going to talk about how to find your mental zone when preparing for a talk, big event or anything meaningful that requires a good head space. We’re going to unpack the practical things that you c...
2023-08-2322 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can33. Building Bridges In MinistryBig thought: One of the biggest mistakes that I made early on in ministry was neglecting the potential of meaningful relationships and networks of people that I was a part of. At the time, I had a mixture of trauma led isolation and pride that made me believe that I didn’t necessarily need other people in my life to do what God had called me to do.  While that can be true to some extent, the reality is that no one is meant to do things alone. When we allow ourselves to connect with other people, w e...
2023-08-1614 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can32. Humble Authenticity: Navigating Self-Discovery with Harry BernardIn this episode, we talk with Harry Benard about how he found his unique niche of ministry after he combined student ministry and his barbershop. For the past 14 years, Harry's journey began with cutting hair, evolving into a seasoned barber with 2 years of professional expertise. Beyond being the proprietor of Lifestyle Haircare, he proudly spearheads Madison East High School's inaugural barbering introductory course, nurturing the aspirations of budding students keen on mastering the art of barbering. Celebrating 11 years of marriage as of December 11th, Harry finds himself a doting father to five daughters, each bearing...
2023-08-1058 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can31. The Rebel’s Path To ConsistencyBig thought: Many times in early leadership, we want to break the status quo by shaking things up. We feel ambitious and determined as we are set on making a difference. But, it’s easy for that passion to fizzle out once nothing necessarily seems to change and the people around us are more irritated by us than grateful for us.  Today, we are going to talk about the power of consistency and how it should be the foundation to keep you grounded amongst opposition and difficult times. Consistency helps you to endure when it seems like not...
2023-08-0218 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can30. Sharing The Gospel Through Your StoryIn this episode, I share an audio excerpt from a talk that I gave at a secular recovery event. Not only do I share my own story of recovery, but I share the Gospel through my story even though I wasn't technically allowed to preach the Gospel. Take away: 1. Think creatively about how to present the Gospel in ways that fit into limiting spaces that typically don't allow it. 2. Be open minded in HOW you communicate. Learn the language of your audience so that you can better connect with them.
2023-07-2634 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can29. 7 Tips To Lead An Effective MeetingBig thought: Meetings within organizations can feel like life or death! While it sounds overly simple at first, learning how to hold and lead a productive meeting is crucial to your leadership.  When done effectively, it can help build clarity, community and collaboration. When done dis-orderly, it can drain vitality, discourage morale, and distort the vision of the team. In this episode, we’re going to unpack the ways in which meetings can make or break your team. Then, I’m going to give 7 tips to help you with your next meeting! The reason that this...
2023-07-1921 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can27. How To Handle CriticismBig thought:   One thing that comes with the role of being a leader is being heavily criticized. You become the focal point of the organization with a fish bowl effect, and some people will feel no hesitation in voicing their disagreements on how you handle certain things. While many aspiring leaders expect some criticism from the role, I think that many are surprised by who ends up getting upset, what they’re upset about and how they go about voicing their criticisms. In this episode I’m going to unpack...
2023-07-0523 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can26. How To Present Yourself As A LeaderBig thought:  An important aspect of leadership is recognizing how others perceive you. You should actually care about how others see you (to some extent) because, to some degree, it reflects your leadership. Today, we are going to talk about how to build part of your personality and rapport as a leader. We are going to talk about how to balance being authentic while still being gracious, we are going to unpack how to take responsibility without always taking the fall, and finally, we’re going to talk about how to be confident while still bei...
2023-06-2811 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can25. 3 Principles To Succeed In MinistryBIG THOUGHT:  It’s easy to feel overwhelmed from all of the suggested advice or steps when it comes to experiencing success in leadership or ministry. You can truly waste hours, days and months chasing the “new” idea on ministry or leadership but I believe there are simple and consistent principles that you can apply to your role without having to compromise your character, personality or vision. Today, we are going to unpack 3 of these principles that will help you to form a foundation of leadership while still keeping your own creative individuality.  ...
2023-06-2117 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can24. Why You Need Accountability Big thought:   Accountability usually sounds restrictive to the person who is being accountable because can make you feel like you are putting yourself in a box or positioning yourself to having to ask permission. But that is not what we are talking about today. Choosing to find someone to be accountable to is choosing to ask someone to help you achieve greater results in your life and leadership. In today’s episode, I’m going to explain what healthy accountability should look like (and not look like) and then I’m going to unpack t...
2023-06-1415 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can23. The Importance of Being YourselfBig thought:   One of the most common pains in leadership is IMPOSTER SYNDROME. People constantly think that they have to be somebody else in order to be successful, but it’s simply not true. The more that you try to pretend to be someone else, the more stunted your leadership impact will be. When you allow yourself to be authentic, you will reach people who only you would be able to reach.  “People would rather follow someone who is always real rather than someone who is always right.” - Craig Groeschel  There is a healthy...
2023-06-0718 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can22. How To Host An EventBig thought:  Hosting an event can be either exciting or terrifying depending on whether or not you know what you're doing. When you lead your first event, you quickly realize that it's a lot easier said than done because of how much work it takes and because of how many details are easy to forget about. Today, I'm going to give you some essential event planning lessons to help you in making a greater impact with your next event! It will equip you in both regular event that you have and potential bigger stand-alone events t...
2023-05-3123 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can21. Things To Change In Year OneBig thought: One of the first things that generally happen when a new person is put in charge is them changing the name. Our first instinct is to take a sense of possession over the organization or ministry by renaming it and changing it to fit our personality. The reason this can be very unproductive and even dangerous is because it is done out of ego rather than critical thinking. Today we’re going to unpack some of the first things that you should do (and not do) within your first year of being in ch...
2023-05-2417 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can20. How To Delegate EffectivelyBig thought: Depending on where you’re starting out in ministry or business, learning how to delegate tasks and responsibilities is key to being able to grow. There is always something more to be done, and if you don’t learn how to put people in the right places, you will be the cap to your own success. Today, we are going to talk about the right mindset of delegation, the actual practice of it, and how to best communicate it. 1. Understanding Your Role - If someone is able to do w...
2023-05-1718 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can19. 6 Common Mistakes In Youth MinistryBig thought:  Student ministry is one of the most meaningful and necessary components of church, yet it is often used as the guinea pig for ministers to cut their teeth with. In fact, most leaders learn their biggest mistakes in youth ministry! While no leader is perfect, we should strive to do better than the past. Youth ministry shouldn’t be looked at as a preparing stage for “real” ministry. Every soul is valuable no matter how old they are.  In today’s episode, I'm going to share with you the top 6 mistakes that I made as a...
2023-05-1016 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can18. When Words Don't Come Easy with Andy HowardIn this episode, Andy Howard leads us in a conversation about overcoming depression and discouragement. Andy was born in Bryan, Texas and currently lives outside Dallas, TX with his wife Tiffany and their three beautiful daughters Payton, Parker, and Presley. For over 20 years, Andy Howard has served in ministry as a youth pastor and marriage ministry pastor. He has found that not much changes in each role, just that some come with more wrinkles and less hair. Andy is an advocate for mental health awareness as he has known the heaviness of depression himself. He is passionate about fighting against...
2023-05-0349 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can17. How To Balance Ministry And ParentingBig thought: One way to experience burnout is by having your personal life invaded by your work life. It’s easy to feel completely exasperated due to the additional efforts or pressures from work or ministry, and if left unchecked, it can totally ruin your potential as a parent, a spouse or as a minister. Because ministry is so personal and unpredictable, one of the biggest challenges is learning how to balance your personal life and the ongoing demand of ministry.  In today’s episode, I focus on learning how to balance as a parent. I sha...
2023-04-2721 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can16. How To Foster A Healthy Community CultureBig thought:  Community culture is present within every formation of people and it can either make or break any organization, church, workplace or family. Which is why it is so important to know how to foster healthiness, as well as, how to throw out toxicity.  In today’s episode, I’m going to give 5 healthy components for a healthy community culture, and then I’m going to show you how to handle potentially harmful traits and people as a leader. 5 Healthy Traits: Freedom Inspiration Friendship  Confidence Authenticity How To Handle Toxicity: Alw...
2023-04-1916 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can15. Interview by Aurelio Arias, Christ Mission CollegeIn today’s episode, I’m sharing with you a clip from an interview, conducted by Aurelio Arias from Christ Mission College. In this Interview, I share spiritual and practical aspects of ministry, pastoring, sermon preparation and more. Leave a rating and review for this show! TAP HERE to connect with Homer or visit https://www.homerhargrove.com Follow me on @homerdh3 on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.
2023-04-1245 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can14. Find Your Calling With Grace BuckmanIn this episode, Grace Buckman leads us in a conversation about finding your calling. Grace is a Christian woman from Australia who leads the Hallelujah! podcast. Her show was born out of her passion to encourage young women, spread the gospel, and share the truth of God’s word. The Hallelujah! podcast is designed to inspire and equip you to walk out your faith in a biblical way as you seek God in all things.You can connect with Grace Buckman by following and subscribing to @hallelujahpodcast on Instagram, Spotify and Apple podcasts. You can also visit http://www.hal...
2023-04-051h 04Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can13. Learn How To Create Your Own ContentBig thought: Many people have a passion to say something meaningful but struggle with being able to articulate it in a clear and understandable way without it sounding like a regurgitated thought they heard from someone else. Today, I'm going to teach you three methods of creating a talk. But before we get into that I want to start with two things you need in order to develop the right mindset for a talk. The Right Mindset: 1. Have DIRECTION for your talk. 2. Be GENUINE for your...
2023-03-2915 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can12. Ways To Overcome DiscouragementBig thought: Discouragement can be one of the biggest stumbling blocks for someone who is close to break through, and if left unresolved, can completely change the course of someone’s future. Not only can discouragement demoralize you and set you off course, but it can also be an unrealized killer in your satisfaction and joy. There are many times people are genuinely and deeply discouraged without and even realizing it. So whether you’re currently discouraged or you want to know how to overcome it for the future, here are 7 tips to help...
2023-03-2216 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can11. Enduring Faith With Simon AndradeBig thought:  Sometimes, the pain that we're persevering in ends up becoming our purpose and calling.  In this episode, Simon Andrade shares his experience of finding his purpose as he learned the power of perseverance through struggle. He also shares practical advice on how to overcome disappointments, as well as, how he began to navigate the early stages of stepping into his current role.   Simon is the host of the free and redeemed podcast speaking to men and women who are struggling in their Christian faith. He is also a committed member to the Limitless chu...
2023-03-1556 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can10. How To Use Your Weaknesses As StrengthsBig thought: The very things that we view as weaknesses in our personality often reveal what our strengths are but because those traits have got us into trouble, we think that we are supposed to avoid or hide those traits all together. I have found, time and time again, that those highlighted “weaknesses” are simply disguising our unrealized strengths. When you lean into these traits, rather than away from them, you will tap into your hidden potential like never before. So here are 5 steps to help you identify and utilize your weaknesses as s...
2023-03-0913 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can9. 11 Questions To Ask A MentorBig thought: One of the best ways to tap into your hidden potential is by learning how to see problems before they become YOUR problems. History repeats itself because we don't take the time to learn from the mistakes of people before us. Rather than waiting for someone to give you unsolicited advice, go out and ask people whom you admire about their lives and what they’ve learned. 11 questions to ask your mentor or role model What was your greatest obstacle? Who else would you recommend for me to connect with? What mistakes have you made? What's one question yo...
2023-03-0213 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can8. How To Gain Experience In MinistryBig thought: In today’s world, workplaces desire for us to have two things. That is EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE. So many people strive to get the education but are then shot down for not having the experience. Today I’m going to show you some real and available options for you to, not only gain experience, but to begin making an impact in your community NOW. Volunteer Somewhere. Local Church. This is probably the easiest place to start (depending on your church) because there is a variety of areas that your can dip your toes...
2023-02-2211 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can7. The 4 Best Character Traits For Your TeamBig thought: An organization’s culture is built by the values that are either intentionally made or neglectfully allowed within the teams who are leading. With so many different personality traits and characteristics, what are some of the most valuable ones to have for your team? Authenticity. This boils down to trust and believing “who” you’re talking to. Teachability. This boils down to having emotional maturity and being able to be guided. Loyalty. This boils down to commitment and being willing to stick things out when times are confusing or difficult. Brokenness. This boils down to havin...
2023-02-1515 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can6. How to navigate through emotions with Eric CamposBig thought: In order to be effective, avoid burnout and be emotionally healthy, you must understand and recognize what season you're in. In this episode, Eric Campos shares shares some of the struggles and accomplishments he has faced over the last 13 years of being an active ministry leader.  Eric Campos has been in ministry for more than 10 years and has received multiple ministry certificates through internships/seminaries and an associates in ministry. He spent nearly half of his time in ministry as a children's pastor and the other half as a youth pastor. He currently s...
2023-02-0758 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can5. 7 Lessons I Learned In MinistryBig thought: Learning from someone else’s story and experiences catapults you forward if you apply the lessons that they learned. Desperation is what led me to change. Servanthood quickly turned into ministry. Hands on experience was the best way to learn how to do ministry. Showing up consistently is what promoted me to a place of positional authority. Clear, simple and obtainable vision is what made us successful in ministry. Spiritual Devotion is what made me sensitive enough for our next steps. Grit and aspiration is how we experience growth now. Take away: What stage of...
2023-02-0124 minHeart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can
Heart and Hustle: Connecting and Growing The Best We Can4. How To Communicate Effectively To Your TeamMost of us assume that people understand what we have communicated, and other times we assume that we don’t need to communicate because people already know. But more often than not, people feel confused and desire more clarity. Take away: List at least 3 areas of moments and times that are lacking communication in your team. If not sure, ask your team members. What is one thing that you need to start communicating to your team today? Is the culture of communication in your team healthy or unhealthy? Write down 3 values that you want to be in...
2023-01-2417 min