302. The Best Way to Open Any Meeting

Episode Description
In this episode of the Lead Ministry Podcast, Josh Denhart and Bill Van Kirk unpack the power of one simple question that can completely reframe your team meetings. They explore how great meetings balance important long-term growth with urgent real-time needs—and how to open every meeting with intentional care that builds trust and ownership.

If you’ve ever dreaded another calendar-clogging meeting, this episode will equip you to make them purposeful, people-focused, and genuinely productive.

Key Topics Covered

• The one question that transforms every meeting

• How to balance important vs. urgent issues

• Why “teaching before trouble” prevents future crises

Key Quote
“Teaching important things at non-urgent times is exceptional leadership.” — Josh Denhart

Scripture References
Proverbs 15:22 – “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.”
Philippians 2:4 – “Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.”

Takeaway
Healthy meetings begin with genuine care. When leaders ask what would make the time a “win” for others, they create space for shared goals and stronger teams. Combine that empathy with intentional teaching, and you’ll lead with both clarity and compassion.

Call to Action
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