Strategic planning isn't merely an annual exercise marked on the calendar—it's a spiritual discipline requiring discernment, collaboration, and intentionality. This illuminating conversation with leadership expert Dan Slagle unpacks how effective organizations balance daily operations with future-focused vision casting.

In this powerful episode of the History Makers Leadership Podcast, we sit down with seasoned church leader Dan Slagle to explore the heart and discipline of strategic leadership. Whether you’re leading a church, a nonprofit, or a team in the marketplace, this conversation offers practical frameworks and spiritual wisdom you won’t want to miss.

Dan shares candid lessons from over two decades of leadership at FaithBridge Church, including how clear communication, prayerful discernment, and intentional systems created a culture of mission-alignment and strategic focus.

You’ll discover:

• When and how to initiate strategic planning in your leadership context
• The difference between tactical vs. strategic meetings
• How to discern and respond to Kairos moments — those divine windows of opportunity
• Real-life stories of navigating major gifts, leadership transitions, and organizational pivots
• How to empower your team and prepare the next generation of leaders

What does it really take to lead with clarity, purpose, and Kingdom impact? If you're ready to lead more intentionally, make better decisions, and serve your team faithfully — this conversation is for you.

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