Hey, Friend!

Authenticity in leadership is one of those buzzwords that everyone loves to praise—until they see what it really costs.

We’re told: “Be an authentic leader.” But no one tells us how risky it feels.

Because true authenticity isn’t about oversharing, being liked, or saying whatever’s on your mind. It’s about:

• Admitting you were wrong—fully.

• Holding to your values when it costs you.

• Saying the hard truth when it would be easier to stay quiet.

• Choosing trust over approval.

That doesn’t always feel comfortable. In fact, it often feels lonely.

But here’s the reward: authenticity builds trust, not just popularity. And trust is what endures.

I unpack all of this in my latest podcast episode: “Why Authentic Leadership Feels Risky.”

Because the next time you’re tempted to polish, perform, or self-protect, you may find that the most powerful thing you can do is simply be real.

I pray this blesses you,

Becky

Hey, Friend!

Sad truth: many women in ministry don’t feel valued. In today’s episode, I address some of the unique challenges that women in ministry face and what a church can do to communicate their value.

But I have a challenge for you:

🌿 This week, choose ONE woman in ministry you know—whether she’s your pastor, staff member, mentor, or friend—and do something intentional to show her she is valued:

✅ Speak a word of encouragement. ✅ Invite her into the conversation. ✅ Thank her for the way she leads.

When women in ministry feel valued, they lead with confidence, joy, and freedom—and the entire church benefits. 🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of Leadership Becomes Her: “Why Many Women in Ministry Don’t Feel Valued.”

I pray this blesses you,

Becky

Hey, Friend!

Sad truth: many women in ministry don’t feel valued. In today’s episode, I address some of the unique challenges that women in ministry face and what a church can do to communicate their value.

But I have a challenge for you:

🌿 This week, choose ONE woman in ministry you know—whether she’s your pastor, staff member, mentor, or friend—and do something intentional to show her she is valued:

✅ Speak a word of encouragement. ✅ Invite her into the conversation. ✅ Thank her for the way she leads.

When women in ministry feel valued, they lead with confidence, joy, and freedom—and the entire church benefits. 🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of Leadership Becomes Her: “Why Many Women in Ministry Don’t Feel Valued.”

I pray this blesses you,

Becky

Hey, Friend!

We’ve all been there—sitting in a meeting where the questions feel less like curiosity and more like an interrogation. Even when a leader’s intentions are good, the way questions are asked can leave people defensive, guarded, or even discouraged.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

In this week’s episode of Leadership Becomes Her, I share practical strategies for asking questions that build trust instead of fear. You’ll learn:

✅ Why questions sometimes feel like an inquisition ✅ The mindset shift from questioning to improve vs. questioning to prove ✅ 8 practical strategies for curious, supportive conversations ✅ Real “swap this for that” examples you can use immediately

Whether you lead a team at work, a ministry, or even within your home, the way you ask questions shapes the culture around you.

Let’s commit to asking questions that invite growth—not shut it down.

I pray this blesses you!

Becky

P.S. Forward this email to a fellow leader who could use some encouragement in how they approach conversations!

Hey, Friend,

If you’re a woman in ministry, you already know—friendships can be complicated.

Work friends and church friends are a blessing. They “get it” in ways few others can. But when all your friendships are tied to the same place where you work and worship, life can quickly feel fragile.

That’s what this week’s episode of Leadership Becomes Her is all about:

👉 Work Friends vs. Outside Community: Why Both Matter for Women in Ministry

In the episode, I share:

• The benefits and boundaries of friendships within your church

• The risks of making work your whole world

• The life-giving importance of having community outside your ministry

• Practical steps to build friendships that see you—not just your role

You’ll also hear two real-life stories: one where a church friendship fell apart, and another where a friendship thrived because of healthy boundaries.email subject line

Are your friendships too tied to your ministry role?

I pray this blesses you,

Becky

Hey, Friends,

Women need women. Whether it is a daughter leaning on her mom, grandmother, or sister, or neighbors becoming friends, we are hardwired to need each other. Some women have the same friends throughout adulthood; other women continuously seek new friends. And if you work outside of the home, developing work friends is very important to work satisfaction.

But ministry is still largely a man’s world. It is not uncommon for a church to have one female minister on staff. To further complicate matters, it is vital to have relationships outside of your work context. So it often falls on the woman to find or create a community outside of work.

In today’s episode, I talk about the need women have for community outside of their ministry context and what they can do about it.

I pray this blesses you,

Becky

Hey, Friend,

We tend to think of leadership as those people who have titles and authority over people who operate under their leadership.

But many people who are leaders, meaning they have significant influence, do not have an official title. In today’s episode, I explore a powerful idea: You don’t need a fancy title to be a leader.

In fact, 70% of influence inside organizations comes from people who aren’t officially in charge. Silent leaders quietly shape their teams and organizations, yet aren’t always recognized for their impact.

Toward the end of today’s episode, I share some ways you can leverage your silent leadership.

I pray this blesses you!

Becky

Hey, Friend!

In today’s episode, I share a little about the story of Barnabas, as recorded in the book of Acts. His nickname, given to him by the Apostles, means Son of Encouragement.

When you look at the Greek word: paraklesis, the meaning goes way beyond what we think of when we think of encourage. This is why Barnabas stood out. His encouragement was bold, visionary, generous, and healing. And your encouragement can be that as well.

I pray this blesses you!

Becky