In this episode of 'Redeeming Leadership', we hear from Tory Green as she shares her personal leadership journey.

Tory opens up about her early experiences in leadership, from acting and singing as a child to taking on a role as head cook at a summer camp. She discusses the challenges she faced when transitioning into a teaching role, navigating cultural differences, and feeling disconnected from the expectations of leadership in her new environment.

As Tory unpacks this shift in her relationship with leadership, she describes the process of redefining her understanding of what it means to lead. She shares how negative experiences led her to become hyper-aware of leadership dynamics, but also how she has fought to maintain her sense of self-worth and calling.

Tory's story takes a hopeful turn as she recounts connecting with the team at Project Nexus, who affirmed her unique strengths and perspective. This encounter sparked a redemptive process, allowing Tory to reclaim a posture of openness, risk-taking, and bold faith.

Listeners will be encouraged by Tory's transparency and the reminder that the journey of redeeming leadership is one of growth, restoration, and finding one's true voice.

In this episode, co-host Richard Sharp vulnerably shares his personal leadership journey - from the early challenges and doubts he faced, to the burnout and crisis of faith he experienced, and ultimately the redemption and renewed purpose he has found in leading others.

Richard openly discusses the significant trials that threatened to derail his leadership, including feelings of inadequacy, isolation, and a crisis of confidence. However, through his honest reflections, we see how Richard's deep faith in God's character and purposes has been the anchor that has sustained him.

Richard shares how he has redefined leadership for himself - no longer defined by organizational expectations or a hunger for power, but by a compulsion to "wake people up" to the radical implications of following Jesus. His story provides hope and encouragement for any leader who has faced setbacks, as we discover how God can use our most difficult experiences to shape us into the leaders He has called us to be.

Join us as we explore the redemptive work of God in Richard's life and leadership, and be inspired to pursue your own God-given calling, no matter the challenges you may face.

"Redeeming Leadership" is a new podcast that explores the personal and organisational redemption of leadership. Hosted by Tory Green and Richard Sharp from the Project Nexus team, this podcast invites listeners into an honest and hopeful conversation about the challenges and opportunities of leadership.

In this introductory episode, Tory and Richard share the vision behind the "Redeeming Leadership" podcast. They discuss their own struggles and questions around the concept of leadership, and their decision to not abandon the term, but rather to redefine and redeem it.

Future episodes will feature stories from the Project Nexus team, as well as past participants in their Incubate program and other leaders they have worked with. These stories will highlight the dual redemption needed - both personal and organisational - as leaders seek to reclaim the true purpose and potential of leadership.

Through these authentic narratives, the podcast aims to provide permission and courage for listeners to embrace a new vision of what leadership can and should be.

Whether you are a seasoned leader or someone grappling with the idea of leadership, this podcast offers a refreshing perspective and the chance to be part of an ongoing dialogue about redefining the role of leaders in today's world.

Join us as we rediscover the true meaning of leadership, together.