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The Future Is Here

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61 episodes

2 weeks ago

Letting go isn’t failure. It’s faith. In this episode of The Future Is Here Podcast, we talk about one of the hardest moments every leader faces: knowing when it’s time to pivot. You’ve prayed, built, and sacrificed for what you lead. But sometimes God calls you to release what once worked so you can step into what’s next. In this conversation, we unpack: What a true leadership pivot looks likeWhy leaders get stuck (identity, fear, nostalgia, uncertainty)How holding on too long drains your te...

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Religion & Spirituality,

Self-Improvement

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Letting go isn’t failure. It’s faith. In this episode of The Future Is Here Podcast, we talk about one of the hardest moments every leader faces: knowing when it’s time to pivot. You’ve prayed, built, and sacrificed for what you lead. But sometimes God calls you to release what once worked so you can step into what’s next. In this conversation, we unpack: What a true leadership pivot looks likeWhy leaders get stuck (identity, fear, nostalgia, uncertainty)How holding on too long drains your te...

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Religion & Spirituality,

Self-Improvement

Episodes (20/61)

The Future Is Here

Ep. 60 - When to Pivot: How Leaders Know It’s Time to Let Go and Move Forward

Letting go isn’t failure. It’s faith. In this episode of The Future Is Here Podcast, we talk about one of the hardest moments every leader faces: knowing when it’s time to pivot. You’ve prayed, built, and sacrificed for what you lead. But sometimes God calls you to release what once worked so you can step into what’s next. In this conversation, we unpack: What a true leadership pivot looks likeWhy leaders get stuck (identity, fear, nostalgia, uncertainty)How holding on too long drains your te...

2 weeks ago

42 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 59 - The Q&A Episode: Answers to Your Burning Leadership Questions

This week on The Future Is Here Podcast, we dive into the details and answer some of the most practical and pressing leadership questions from our network—real questions that don’t come from textbooks but from the trenches of ministry and leadership. Tommy and Robert tackle topics every leader faces: navigating major staff transitions without causing panic, knowing how vulnerable to be with your team, and leading through tough seasons without losing respect. You’ll learn practical frameworks ...

1 month ago

41 minutes

The Future Is Here

EP. 58 - The Sacred Hustle: Leading with Purpose, Not Pressure

On this episode of The Future’s Here Podcast, hosts Tommy Nixon and Robert Abo dive into a raw conversation about hustle culture in leadership, ministry, and entrepreneurship. Too many leaders are burning out under the weight of constant pressure, mistaking exhaustion for passion and tying their identity to productivity. Tommy and Robert unpack what they call the sacred hustle—a way of leading that combines hard work with God’s guidance. They contrast it with the harmful hustle that leaves le...

1 month ago

43 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 57 - The Power of No: How Boundaries Protect Your Calling and Prevent Burnout

What if the most faithful step in your leadership today is learning to say “no”? In this episode, we dive into the power of setting boundaries as a leader and follower of Christ. Many leaders struggle with people-pleasing, overcommitment, and exhaustion. Even Jesus modeled healthy boundaries—He withdrew from crowds, declined certain demands, and chose time with the Father over constant activity. By saying yes to everything, you may actually be saying no to your calling, your family, and your ...

2 months ago

41 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 56: Trust Your Gut: Intuitive Decision Making Explained

Some decisions in leadership come from discernment, not just data. Have you ever faced a choice where logic said “yes,” but your spirit said “no” or “not yet”? In this episode, we explore the role of Spirit-led intuition in Christian leadership. We break down what it means to trust your gut in a biblical way and how to recognize God’s guidance beyond your own feelings. You’ll learn: The biblical foundation for discernment and intuitive leadership4 ways to sharpen spiritual discernment so your...

2 months ago

37 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 55 - Thank God I Failed: Leadership Lessons from Setbacks

Every leader has quietly asked themselves, What if I fail? In this latest conversation on The Future Is Here Podcast, we explore the fear of failure in leadership, how to face it, learn from it, and let it shape the kind of Christian leader God created you to be. Failure in ministry or leadership doesn’t mean the calling is over. It might mean God is forming something deeper. In this episode, we break down 5 practical strategies to let failure build your leadership capacity: Normalize itRefle...

2 months ago

39 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 54 - The Q&A Episode: Answers to Your Burning Leadership Questions

We want to take some time to answer your most pressing leadership questions. You sent the questions, we brought the answers. In this episode, we unpack: how to discern spiritual opposition from human resistance, practices for giving honest feedback that challenges growth without crushing people, how to motivate gifted leaders who lack confidence, signs that reveal people pleasing vs. true servanthood, and how to secure funding to pay staff in line with their contribution. Thank you to those w...

3 months ago

35 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 53 Here’s How Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Stay Whole

Are you emotionally drained, spiritually exhausted, and physically worn out from working with youth in urban ministry? You’re not alone. Leading in the trenches of trauma, violence, systemic injustice, and daily crisis takes a serious toll. 🎙️ In this episode of The Future Is Here, our Leadership Podcast, we dive into the emotional weight of leadership—and why Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is no longer optional. It’s essential for surviving and thriving in the work you’ve been called to. You’ll...

3 months ago

37 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 52 Four Steps to Unlearning: The Secret to Spirit-Led Leadership

You've heard it before: Great leaders never stop learning. But what if the key to your next level of growth isn't learning more—it's UNLEARNING what’s holding you back? In this episode of The Future Is Here Podcast, we dive deep into leadership transformation, exploring why unlearning is essential for your spiritual formation, emotional health, and long-term leadership effectiveness. What you’ll discover: The top 5 things leaders need to unlearn nowWhy unlearning is critical for Christian le...

4 months ago

35 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 51 When Leadership Roles Blur: Avoiding Role Conflation in Ministry

In this Christian leadership podcast, we dive into the dangers of role conflation—when pastors, mentors, and ministry leaders lose clarity in their relationships and decision-making. But when leadership roles become conflated, it can lead to poor decision-making, relational strain, and serious leadership blind spots. In this episode, we explore how leaders can avoid the pitfalls of conflated leadership by learning to switch roles with clarity—without losing relational depth. You’ll discover t...

4 months ago

36 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep 50 How Great Leaders Respond to Crisis Pt. 2

In the final episode of our “How Great Leaders Respond to Crisis” series, we go deeper into what it means to lead with wisdom, faith, and emotional resilience when everything is on the line. A crisis doesn’t just challenge your leadership—it reveals your character. This episode focuses on the heart-level challenges of leadership in crisis and offers practical, faith-rooted guidance for navigating what comes next. Here’s what we’ll cover: ✅ Centering compassion and allowing space for grief &nb...

5 months ago

36 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 49 How Great Leaders Respond to Crisis Pt. 1

In Part 1 of our “How Great Leaders Respond to Crisis” podcast, we explore how great leaders rise above chaos with clarity, compassion, and courage. Whether you’re leading in ministry, business, or community, a crisis doesn’t just test your skills—it reveals your character. In this video, we’ll cover: ✅ How to lead with wisdom and spiritual resilience ✅ Centering compassion while facing pressure ✅ Seeking divine guidance in uncertainty ✅ Hope-casting when the future feels un...

5 months ago

34 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 48: Leadership Landmines: Avoiding Leadership Pitfalls and Growing Through Mistakes

Mistakes are inevitable—we all make them. But great leaders know how to break the cycle of repeated missteps and grow from both their own mistakes and those of others. In this episode, Robert and Tommy explore some of the critical mistakes leaders often fall into, especially in high-pressure urban environments. We discuss the risks of relying too heavily on tactical responses without developing a clear, long-term strategy. Leadership is not just about what you can accomplish—it’s about how ef...

1 year ago

28 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 47: The Art of Decision-Making in Leadership

In this episode, we dive deep into the complex world of decision-making in leadership, focusing on what it means to lead with intention in the fast-paced and dynamic environments of today’s world. As leaders, you know the importance of not just making decisions but making the right ones—decisions that align with your mission, values, and the communities you serve. Throughout the episode, we provide actionable strategies to strengthen your decision-making framework. Whether you're managing a ...

1 year ago

25 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 46: 5 Leadership Hacks to Boost Your Productivity and Focus

Everyone strives to be a more productive leader, but finding the right strategies to enhance efficiency can be challenging. In our latest podcast episode, we explore five essential leadership hacks that can transform the way you lead, helping you to become more focused, effective, and impactful in your daily work. The first key to productivity is learning to say “no” more often. Leaders tend to take on far too many tasks that may seem important but don’t align with the bigger picture or long-...

1 year ago

34 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 45: Your Paycheck is not your purpose: Uncover the 3-Fold Path to Fulfillment

Have you ever found yourself wondering, "Why am I here?" or more specifically, "What is my purpose in this world?" These questions are at the heart of our journey leaders, especially in the fast-paced, dynamic environments we navigate daily. In today’s episode, Robert & Tommy dive deep into the essential topic of discovering your God-given purpose—a purpose that is intricately woven into the very fabric of who you are and what you are meant to contribute to this world. Understanding your ...

1 year ago

34 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 44: Overcoming the Inner Struggles of Leadership: Part 2 - Praise, Imposter, Fear, & Perfectionism

In the second part of our series, "The Internal Struggle of Leadership," we dive into four challenges every leader faces: praise, impostor syndrome, fear, and perfectionism. Praise: Recognition feels great, but how we handle it defines our character. Proverbs 27:21 says praise is a test. Accepting it humbly or crediting our team shows true leadership. Impostor Syndrome: Ever felt like a fraud? You're not alone. Even successful leaders face this. Gideon's story in Judges 6 reminds us that doub...

1 year ago

38 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 43: Overcoming the Inner Struggles of Leadership: Part 1 - Humility, Self-Confidence, and Vulnerability

As a leader, have you ever felt inadequate, questioned your own motives, or been paralyzed by the fear of failure? If so, you're certainly not alone. Leadership isn't merely about guiding others—it's also about confronting and overcoming the inner battles we face within ourselves. These struggles can be daunting, but understanding them is crucial to becoming the authentic, effective leader you aspire to be. In this first episode of our two-part series, we delve into three of the seven key int...

1 year ago

53 minutes

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Ep. 42: Inspiring Urban Youth: An Interview with Amy Williams on Leadership and Transformation

In today's podcast, Robert Aboites sits down with Amy Williams, author of Worth Seeing: Viewing Others Through God’s Eyes. With 30 years of experience serving youth involved in gangs, incarceration, probation, and parole, Amy shares her profound insights and leadership principles for working with urban youth on the margins of society. Amy recounts the impactful story of a former gang member helped by Father Greg Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries, who poignantly said, “I was used to being w...

1 year ago

58 minutes

The Future Is Here

Ep. 41: Mastering Time Management: Essential Strategies for Growing Leaders

Time management has challenged leaders for centuries. As William Penn, the founder of Philadelphia, said, “Time is what we want most, but what we use worst.” In today’s episode of The Future Is Here Leadership Podcast, Robert & Tommy delve into effective time prioritization, starting not with your calendar, but with your “why.” Prioritizing means focusing on what truly matters by clearly defining the problems you're addressing and targeting tasks that directly tackle those challenges. Und...

1 year ago

34 minutes