Bridging Generations: Leadership Lessons with Joey Pepper

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Have you ever wondered how the gap between generations can transform from a divide into a bridge of mentorship and growth? Join us on today's episode of *Seek Go Create* as Tim Winders chats with Joey Pepper, a dynamic pastor and mentor, about the power of intentional, two-way mentorship and the vital role of nurturing young leaders. From intergenerational discipleship to the surprising lessons of leadership learned through line dancing, this conversation will enrich your perspective on faith, leadership, and community. Don't miss this insightful exchange that challenges both young and old to grow together in wisdom and empathy.

“Empower the next generation by showing them the way, not just telling them.” - Joey Pepper

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About Our Guest:

Joey Pepper is a dynamic pastor and leadership mentor currently based in Nashville, Tennessee, where he is temporarily assisting with a church planting initiative. Originally from Littleton, Colorado, Joey's journey into ministry is rooted in his passion for intergenerational mentorship and spiritual growth. With diverse experiences in theology, construction management, and even line dancing, Joey embodies a unique blend of leadership and followership. He is the author of a book aimed at young leaders, focusing on personal growth, faith, and leadership development. Joey's commitment to empowering the next generation and fostering community makes him a transformative figure in contemporary church leadership.

Reasons to Listen:

1. **Intergenerational Mentorship Insights**: Discover Joey Pepper's actionable strategies for bridging the generation gap through intentional, two-way mentorship and the empowering experiences of young leaders.

2. **Leadership Lessons & Personal Growth**: Learn from Joey's fascinating journey from construction project management to ministry, as well as his unique perspectives on the importance of followership in effective leadership.

3. **Faith-Driven Leadership Development**: Be inspired by personal stories and practical advice on integrating faith with leadership, as Joey Pepper and Tim Winders explore how young and old can grow together spiritually and personally.

Episode Resources & Action Steps:

**Resources Mentioned:**

1. **For The Young People: Starting Out in Life and Leadership** - Book available on Amazon: Aimed at young people in leadership, particularly high school and college students, encouraging them to break complacency and find their identity through a faith-driven approach.

2. **Joey Pepper's Instagram** - Where Joey can be reached for further engagement and mentorship.

3. **Ministry Cohort Podcast** - Hosted by Joey Pepper, focusing on encouraging and supporting ministry leaders and young adults.

**Action Steps:**

1. **Seek Out and Engage in Mentorship**: Both younger individuals and the older generation are encouraged to proactively seek and engage in mentorship relationships. Younger individuals should connect personally and spiritually with older mentors, while older generations should be more open and welcoming to these connections.

2. **Initiate Community Groups**: For those feeling a lack of support or resources, follow Joey Pepper’s example of starting a community group, such as a young adults group. Begin with small, manageable meetings in neutral locations like coffee shops, gradually building the group until it warrants formal support.

3. **Develop Leadership Skills through Discipleship**: Embrace the concept of followership in leadership. Listeners, particularly young leaders, can take action by seeking opportunities both to lead and to follow. Engage in activities that allow them to understand and appreciate the dynamics of leadership and discipleship, similar to how Joey connects his line dancing experience with leadership principles.

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Key Lessons:

1. **Intentional, Two-Way Mentorship:** Joey Pepper emphasizes the importance of a two-way mentorship between the younger and older generations, where both sides seek out and invest in each other personally and spiritually.

2. **Community and Leadership Initiatives:** Joey’s story of starting a young adults group highlights the necessity for younger leaders to take initiative in their communities, even when initial support from established institutions is lacking.

3. **Adapt Leadership Styles to Bridge Generational Gaps:** Addressing different generational preferences in leadership is crucial. Millennials and Gen Z thrive with a leadership style that allows space for individuality, while Gen Alpha prefers a collaborative approach.

4. **Empathy and Followership in Leadership:** Good leadership involves being a good follower. Practicing followership, as illustrated by Joey's line dancing metaphor, requires humility and the ability to learn from those ahead and inspire those coming up behind.

5. **Continuous Growth and Spiritual Development:** Both Tim and Joey stress the need for continuous learning and maintaining a growth mindset, avoiding stagnation irrespective of age, especially within the church environment and personal faith journey.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

00:37 Meet Joey Pepper: Pastor and Line Dancer

04:00 The Intersection of Leadership and Line Dancing

14:56 Joey's Early Leadership Journey

24:01 From Business to Ministry

31:15 Challenges in Church Leadership

34:43 Challenges in Starting a Young Adult Ministry

35:43 Building a Community from Scratch

36:37 The Importance of Empowering Young Leaders

38:24 Generational Gaps in Leadership

41:15 Bridging the Generational Divide

48:21 Advice for Young Leaders

51:30 The Role of Mentorship

54:55 The Power of Connection

58:28 Introducing the Book for Young Leaders

01:01:45 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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