Not all mistakes are created equal.

As a mission-minded leader, you know risk comes with the territory. You’re building something that doesn’t exist yet. You’re stepping into uncharted waters, trying to multiply good in the world—and in that process, you’re going to mess up.

The question isn’t if ...

What does your team actually need from you this week?

It’s a question every leader wrestles with—whether you’re leading a church, a business, a nonprofit, or your own household. You’ve probably had moments of uncertainty, asking yourself:

“Am I doing the right things? Are they getting what they

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Ever feel like you’re stuck in a frustration loop?

You’re grinding through your schedule, checking boxes, showing up—but something feels off. You’re busy, but not fulfilled. Productive, but not purposeful. I’ve been there more times than I’d like to admit.

The good news? There’s a way out.

Over t...

Have you ever felt guilty for wanting more?

Maybe you’re the kind of person who constantly sees potential—things that could be improved, goals yet to be reached, ideas waiting to be built. You feel the pull to push harder, go bigger, stretch further.

But then you wonder: Shouldn’t I just be conten...

The Real Reason You're Stuck (And What Great Leaders Do Instead)

by Gabe Kolstad | Leadership Coach | gabekolstad.com

Let’s get real for a moment:

You’re not stuck because you’re lazy.
You’re stuck because you’re solving the wrong problem.

Most leaders I work with aren’t struggling with apat...

 Recently, while working on a ministry project at a coffee shop, I ordered a 12-ounce light-iced coffee with cream and two Stevia. Pretty simple. Except it came out with way too much cream. I noticed right away, but I didn’t say anything. Instead I grabbed the coffee when they called it out, went ba...