Every leader must develop the capacity to bounce back after a setback. This episode is about regrouping and starting fresh. You will receive practical principles on how to start over effectively and exceed previous expectations. 

This episode is designed to help you sort out the direction of your assignment. Whatever God calls us to comes with clarity. We should never accept random opportunities. Everything we connect to has a cause and a clear destination.

This episode will give you seven critical areas that should never be compromised. Leaders must possess wisdom as they navigate opportunities. You will gain clarity on why your values matter. This is about not always winning the game but living to play again.

Focus is the key to victory. Avoiding distractions is the key to your success as a leader. This episode will help you avoid the pitfalls that keep so many people from achieving. When you stay locked in great things happen and they will begin now.

hinking outside the box is a trait every Next Level leader should possess. This episode will push you to dream bigger so that you can accomplish more than you've ever done before. This is about SCALE. Get ready to be pushed beyond your comfort zone.

One of the most important things leaders can do is place value on their time. This episode is designed to help you understand how to guard and steward your time so that you can accomplish what you set out to do. You will gain practical steps regarding time management.

Reflection is an essential part of leadership. Every organization should spend time looking back at their strengths and weaknesses and develop a strategy to improve going forward. Dr. Walker shares how this is done and gives a guide to those who are preparing to reset their vision moving forward.

When you are privileged to be at certain tables or in certain rooms, it is important to know how to navigate the landscape. Relationships with influential people can be a delicate balance between knowing what and what not to do. Dr. Walker shares practical wisdom on how to steward these relationships.

Waiting for your vision to manifest can be difficult. This episode will help you develop greater patience in the process. The process is necessary in order to prepare the vision for manifestation at the appropriate time. You will gain practical steps to assist in the waiting process.

n this episode you will receive valuable principles that can help you make intelligent financial personal and professional decisions. Leaders plan! It's what we do. Dr. Walker gives very practical insight on how to prepare yourself for the future so that you labor will not be in vain.

The success of any leader is connected to discipline. Discipline is required for self-development. We must work on areas of our personal and professional lives daily. Dr. Walker shares some tips that have been effective for him and gives you a blueprint on how to embrace discipline as a leader.

As your organization grows there will never be a lack of invitations to partner. Next Level leaders are very discerning concerning who to do business with, because all partnerships are not good for you. This episode will give you specific traits to look for when considering aligning your vision with others and how to determine if it is something you need to pass on.

Trust is a difficult thing to earn. If leaders are going to get things done, it will require building trust with those to whom you want to engage. This is a process of intentionality. This episode will give you a few pointers on how to build trust so that your vision can move forward.

This episode will give you practical steps on attracting support for your vision. In order for vision to be executed, it must be properly funded. Dr. Walker will challenge you to examine your strategy as well as help you position yourself to be more appealing to potential partners.

Leadership is tough business. It is inevitable that you will experience pain from unlikely sources. In this episode you discover how to effectively lead in the midst of your hurt. You will gain practical strategies on addressing your pain while simultaneously being productive. Nothing hinders a next level leader!

The most effective leaders on the planet have learned the art of doing relationships well. This episode will help you develop the skills to become a relational leader. Dr Walker shares out of his personal experience how building and nurturing relationships has contributed to his success.

Every organization experiences shifts. Leadership is about managing these shifts and recognizing the sifting process that occurs as a result. Everything will not survive shifts, but this episode will explain how to understand the sifting in the shifting.

In this episode, Dr. Walker explores the power of rethinking methodology. This psychological pivot is a necessary part of leadership. If you are going determined to remain relevant, rethinking will guide you as you reposition your organization, business and life toward greater success.

This episode deals with identifying and addressing liabilities within your organization. It can take years to build your brand and only minutes for to crumble because there was no attention to risk. Dr. Walker shares some practical strategies on how to courageously release liabilities while affirming those people who are  assets within your organization.

When you are a next level leader you refuse to become irrelevant. Maintaining your creative edge is essential to your survival. It takes courage and capacity to remain recreative. In this episode you will gain practical and proven strategies on maintaining your creative edge. This is about where you are going, not where you've been. It's about stretching you to believe what's possible and having the right people around you that can help you get there. Listen and be changed.

When you have a vision or dream it's important to have a team that can accompany the scale of it. What you are dreaming about is Big and your team matters. In this episode Dr. Walker explains the kind of people you need on your team to steward your vision to fruition. Dreamwork does take Teamwork. What matters is not just a team, but the right team.

Slumps come with the territory. If you are a leader, you know that every season is not on the mountain. There are moments we all feel unmotivated. This episode will help you diagnose the causes of slumps as well as give you some principles to overcome them. You can regain your passion and drive again. Listen and find out how.

Every leader needs accountability, but when you enter a new level, it the demand is greater. There are necessary systems that should be put in place to protect you and your brand as you continue to go higher. This episode will give you practical advice on ways to increase accountability around you so that you are able to achieve your goals while minimizing personal and professional risk.

Have you ever why you were given the opportunities that you have? Have you ever questioned whether you were prepared or worthy of it? This episode will help you understand why you and not others. You are where you are for a purpose and there is a connection between where you've been and where you are going. Take good notes and keep winning.

Success is a blessing but can also be a curse to those who don't avoid the negative trappings. This episode is designed to steer you clear of those traits that have been the demise of numerous leaders. You can be successful and enjoy sustainable success if you follow these practical steps. 

This episode is about helping you expand your reach. So many leaders remain locked in to the familiar and miss out on greater opportunities because they have not been taught how to appeal to a broader audience. You will learn how to value what different communities offer and discover the power of engagement. 

The most valuable asset of leadership is influence. This episode will help you leverage it in order to get things done. When you leverage your influence you recognize the value of your voice at the table and the weight it carries in the community. You must be strategic and prayerful in order to leverage it appropriately. 

Leaders handle the departure of staff and others differently. There are a host of reason why people leave, however you must learn the important lesson of leading in the midst of it. This podcast will give you strategic steps to move beyond the emotion of it all and make the necessary decision to steward your organization forward in the midst of transitions

This episode is about focus and prioritizing your relationship with God in the midst of accomplishing your goals. There are many leaders who get so busy that we lose sight of the main thing. Goals are only accomplished when we are intentional about including God in our pursuits. If you have lost focus, this episode will definitely get you back on track. 

Accomplishing vision is not for the faint at heart. Whenever you enact change on an organization, conflict will soon follow. Many leaders are frustrated because of the the resistance they experience while stewarding their vision. Leadership is about producing without excuse and this episode will give you practical strategies on remaining faithful even while you are frustrated. 

Shift happens. Whether we want it to or not. If we want to remain relevant we must be willing to embrace shifts as a part of the process. When we shift, everyone won't be able to go with us. The aim of this episode is determining who and what can. Determining what's salvageable is essential to maintaining your momentum as an organization. 

Growth is the ideal goal for any organization, however it must be properly managed. When we expand it is imperative that we do so with an understanding of the implications it will bring. This episode will highlight when you should expand and what things to consider as you expand. 

Leaders are forward thinkers. Planning for success requires a great deal of investment and intentionality with those you lead. In this episode you will learn how to lead your team forward and how to put yourself in position to be successful  for years to come. Planning takes discipline and determination. Get ready to explore how you can be prepared for the future. 

Growth is often viewed as a sign of success. In this episode you will discover that some growth is not necessarily success, it is swelling. When you identify the cause of the swelling you must be have the tools to remove it. Growth must be managed if it is to be effective and this episode is designed to help you do just that. If you want to grow and not swell, get ready to glean the strategies offered in this episode. 

Leading in a post-pandemic culture has caused many leaders to re-examine what is essential to the success of their organizations. Effective leadership requires us making  difficult decisions that will propel our organization to the next level by honestly assessing what is essential and what is not. This episode will give you strategies on how to identify what is essential. 

The intercession between our vision and values is something every leader needs to understand. Values speak to the "why" and vision speaks to the "what". When vision is executed effectively, it is important that our values remain at the foundation of what we do. This episode will help you identify those values and integrate them within the life of your vision. 

Every next level leader should not only desire success but sustainable success. Relevancy does not happen because you are successful in one season, it occurs when you are willing to be open to positive change and strategies that can help you in seasons to come. This is one of the most important episodes in your leadership. Refuse to be a "once was" and be intentional about remaining relevant.

When we are focused on the achieving out goals, we have positive outcomes. This is possible when our energy is harness toward intentionality. In this episode you will gain tips on how the power of intentionality and how it contributes to the the success vision manifestation. 

The most precious resource you have are the people connected to your vision. Getting them beyond their comfort zone is the work of leadership. Getting them to think outside the box is the work of a next level leader. This episode explores ways to encourage your team to think differently and accomplish what they had previously thought impossible. 

Every great leader experiences loss. It can be emotional devastating to many, however in this episode we will give practical strategies on how to bounce back from a loss. You will learn that losing doesn't make you a loser, rather it should stir a something within you that is determined to reach higher levels as a leader. 

One of the most challenging things for leaders to do get those who follow to adapt to change. Change brings out of a lot of emotions, but this podcast will give you tips on helping your team as well as yourself adapt to the inevitable reality of change.

Success must be handled properly and there are strategies exactly for that. Remaining centered in the midst of success is all about seeking God’s way for your life. In this episode of Next Level Leaders, I incorporate biblical strategies to keep you grounded regardless of how successful you become.

Next level leaders are futuristic thinkers and visionaries. Envisioning the future and remaining optimistic about it allows you to adapt and pivot when necessary. In this episode of Next Level Leaders, I discuss what it takes to build a team for the future and how to prepare your organization for what’s to come.

Have you ever received a promotion? Make sure you embrace it with confidence and enthusiasm! Ultimately promotion comes from God, and He wouldn’t assign it to you if you weren’t ready for it! Join me as I discuss how to handle being promoted and break down ways to handle it well in this season.

You don’t have to be rich and famous for people to try to take advantage of you!  Allowing people to take advantage of you can have serious consequences.  In this episode of Next Level Leaders, I help you identify when someone might be taking advantage of you, and I provide solutions to prevent it from happening again.   

Next Level Leaders are equipped to overcome what’s in front of them and they aren’t afraid of challenges! They actually face them head on! Join Dr. Joseph as he explains what it takes to overcome intimidation, accomplish your goals and walk into your moment without fear and reservation.  

Have you ever experienced jealousy in unexpected places? As a next level leader, you’re bound to run into this situation at least once and it’s disappointing to say the least. Join Dr. Joseph this week as he discusses how to navigate and push through jealously from people closest to you.

You’ve got a great vision, and I know it will come to pass!  Next level leaders work with God on their vision, not against Him.  In this episode of Next Level Leaders, I discuss how to identify and prevent threats to your vision!  The Word says that your vision is for an appointed time, so it needs to remain clear and intact until that moment.  It is necessary for leaders to identify what threatens their vision and to remove what robs its fullest potential. Join me this week as I cover the types of threats that could thwart your vision and consider ways to combat and even prevent threats from impacting your vision. 

🗣️ Don’t lose sight of why God placed you in this leadership position. God placed you in this leadership position for a reason, and it’s important to remember your why while leading!  Be sure to download and listen to this week’s episode of Next Level Leaders as I explain how to remain steadfast and rooted in your mission without getting lost in the midst of your success! 

The word says, “Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves.” (Philippians 2:3) All leaders have ambition, but how do you know when it’s selfish and ineffective? Join me for a conversation as I answer these questions, define ambition and teach self-management in Ep161 titled, “How to Manage Ambition.”

You definitely want to listen to this Valentine’s Day episode! Join Dr. Joseph as he explores the connection between emotional awareness and change management. Leadership requires that we think differently about change and carefully consider the feelings that arise when guiding your company through organizational change. Change management requires patience, deep listening and being in tune with your organization. This episode gives strategies on managing change and the emotions that can follow.

This is a good one. Leaders have the tendency to glorify the grind, always caught in the busyness of life, when we know grind culture can be toxic to our overall well-being. Join Dr. Joseph as he explains the benefits of stillness for our spiritual and mental health.

What are the common characteristics of successful leadership?  Can you recognize the traits of a successful leader? What defines a successful leader?  On the episode of Next Level Leaders, Dr. Joseph answers these questions and breaks down seven key traits that every successful faith leader should have when leading others.   

If you call yourself a leader but have no followers, then it’s important to re-evaluate your influence and your circle. The reality is that everyone can’t go with you and it’s important to know who can go with you on your journey to becoming a Next Level Leader. Who can you trust at the next level and how is it evaluated? It’s so important to explore these questions so you know the right people to take with you.     Join Dr. Joseph for this insightful conversation on what it takes to determine who goes and who stays for the next level.  As you imagine expansion, think who among you has the capacity to grow and expand with God’s vision and purpose for your life!

Join us for this episode of Next Level Leaders as Dr. Joseph discusses 7 strategies for how to effectively pace yourself in a world that always seems in a hurry.

Developing a winning mentality is required to be successful in your industry. "As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he."  Join Dr. Joseph as he breaks down why having a winning mentality is important and how putting yourself in winning environments can catapult your vision.

This is not the season to be timid! You are absolutely moving towards your goal, and you have the courage to go for it. The fact is, you've been prepared for exactly where you are now. Dr. Joseph provides principles for going after your goals and having the courage to perserve. If you believe it, you can go get it!

This episode comes at a perfect time. We spend more during the holiday season than any other time of year and debt accumulates quickly. Join Dr. Joseph as he explains how to develop a debt free culture.

Having a roadmap is essential to understanding where you are and where you are going. Being honest about your current situation requires a level of awareness and self-reflection that is necessary to achieve your goals. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides strategy on implementing a sustainable roadmap to know exactly where you’re going and how to get there.

It’s important to know when it’s time to rest. Rest is vitally important to all next level leaders- in fact, it’s a commandment. Join Dr. Joseph as he explains why it’s necessary to recoup, replenish and refresh!

Every next level leader needs a next level friend. Join Dr. Joseph as he talks about the importance of friendship and the kind of friends you need around while navigating success!

Staying grounded in the ground is about remaining balanced and humble throughout the journey. God first, then everything. Join Dr. Joseph as he discusses the importance of prayer and provides ways to keep the right spirit when staying grounded.

There are rules when doing business with friends and it can be tricky when integrating friendships and business relationships. Join Dr. Joseph as he deals with how to go in business with friends.

This episode is vital for leaders who are committed to navigating the pitfalls of leadership. Dr. Joseph gives strategic guidance using biblical principles to help leaders uncover and expose everyday pitfalls.

Vision is always bigger than your budget. Dr. Joseph explains the importance of staging out or phasing your vision at a pace that’s comfortable for you, your organization and your budget.

Leadership requires the ability to make tough decisions. Avoiding tough decisions only makes it worse and pleasing everyone comprises the vision. Join Dr. Joseph this week as he imparts wisdom on the art of making difficult decisions.  

What an incredible time to invest in YOU! You are your greatest asset, and the organization depends on you. In this episode Dr. Joseph explores the benefits of implementing a system designed to optimize and protect the life you're creating.

Leadership is for tough moments. This episode deals with leading through adversity. Join Dr. Joseph as he describes what it takes to lead when circumstances seem insurmountable.

Staying at the top of your game requires you maintain a position of relevance. Researching what’s next and learning how to pivot requires flexibility- a premium next level leader trait. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides strategies for staying on top of your game.

How do you move the vision from theory to reality? This is an episode you don’t want to miss. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides practical strategies to help get your vision off the ground.

Haters come with the territory. Next level leaders understand that haters come with the course. So how do leaders continue to move the needle forward amidst jealousy? Dr. Joseph answers this question and provides ways to deal with jealous people.

Every leader is faced with making difficult decisions. The right decision isn’t always favorable for everyone and all opportunities must be investigated before the right decision is made. Join Dr. Joseph as he shares insights and implications behind making the right decisions.

Every leader knows the importance of monetizing your vision. Creators, business leaders and entrepreneurs understand the value of creating multiple streams of income while staying committed to the vision. On this episode, Dr. Joseph explains how to maximize every area of your vision.

Leadership is tough, and leading a multigenerational can be challenging. So how do you include every generation in your organizational vision? Dr. Joseph gives principles and strategy when implementing vision that will include everyone.

Every single leader has to work through managing stress and success. Stressors are a part of the course, and the ability to manage stress greatly impacts the success of your organization. Join us as Dr. Joseph gives practical suggestions on ways to manage life’s chaotic moments.

There are moments in life where leaders get discouraged. Every leader in history, even Jesus himself became discouraged. So, how do we stay committed to our assignment during those human moments? If you’ve ever been discouraged, then this is the episode for you! Join Dr. Joseph as he provides principles on managing discouragement and remaining encouraged.

This is the place where leaders gather and get to the next level in life and business. This episode takes you on a journey through expanding your reach. Growth is about intentionality and risk. Join Dr. Joseph as he describes what it takes to move outside your comfort zone and into the 'growth' zone.

All leaders dream of success, yet some leaders don’t know how to manage it. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides principles on what it means to stay grounded and how not to allow success to change you.

Have you ever been challenged by process stuff? There’s no way around the hard work that comes with process. Join Dr. Joseph as he identifies ways to operate in partnership and collaboration while walking in purpose and enduring the process.

Excellence is a way of life and a culture that has to be understood and defined within each organization. Join Dr. Joseph as he explains what’s actually required to produce excellent results throughout your organization and life!

Hey Leaders! Needing to know when to press the reset button is critical to the success and longevity of your organization. Join Dr. Joseph as he walks us through what it means to reset and why it’s necessary.

Setbacks come and happen to the very best of leaders. Don’t panic, but rather plan it out. Dr. Joseph takes a deep dive into what it takes to manage setbacks and handle setbacks under pressure.

Leadership requires direct conversation when dealing with people you need to let go within your organization. In this episode, Dr. Joseph teaches leaders how to tackle tough conversations head on to get better results from your organization.

The discipline to finish is critical to accomplishing your goals. So how should leaders remain disciplined in a world full of distractions? If you’ve asked this question before, then this is an episode for you! Join Dr. Joseph today as he discusses what it takes to finish, while providing leadership pointers on practicing and remaining disciplined.

Self discipline always asks, is it worth it? It’s important for every leader to honestly assess each situation to make sure it’s aligned with your values. Join Dr. Joseph as he defines why self discipline is important to you and your organization.

This is an episode that every leader should hear. Everyone has made an impulsive purchase or two, but leaders understand that delayed gratification as a result of financial discipline is required to sustain your organization. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides 7 financial principles encouraging discipline. This is an episode you can’t afford to miss.

Leadership requires emotional discipline and self-management is key. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides tactics on how leaders can maintain composure during challenging moments.

Accountability is the next level of leadership and responsibility. Actions impact more than you. Successful organizations realize that actions impact more than the individual alone and may have a significant impact on your organization. In this episode, Dr. Joseph delves into what it means to be accountable to yourself and your organization.

Effective leadership is coupled with wisdom. Join Dr. Joseph as he gives strategies on how to move with more wisdom in our everyday lives.

Dr. Joseph leads a dynamic discussion about what it takes to command the moment. Many people pray for that big break, only to allow that moment to be overshadowed by doubt. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides unfiltered advice on how to prepare for and command the moment.

Next-level leaders are always pushing the boundaries through innovation by seeing outside of the box and thinking beyond the status quo. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides principles for pushing the envelope so you can get the absolute best from your organization!

Next level leaders understand that effective leadership requires humility. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides practical examples of servant leadership and how leaders can show empathy with service.

Leadership is people business. Next level leaders understand the importance of leading an organization with empathy and compassion. Join Dr. Joseph as he explores the benefits of empathetic leadership when leading a successful organization.

Communication is key and is the catalyst for improving relationships. Join Dr. Joseph this week as he introduces quick and easy principles on how to improve communication.

Do you ever wonder what it takes to gather people and to work and move together towards a singular and shared vision? If so, this is the episode for you. Dr. Joseph shares what it takes to create a work culture that is conducive for collaboration.

Have you ever had moments of fatigue that you just couldn’t shake? Do those moments have a tendency to affect your creativity? If so, this episode is for you. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides everyday strategies to apply if you find yourself fatigued.

This episode is one to remember! It is so important for leaders to learn how to manage “yes and no” decisions, so you won’t experience burnout and sometimes even guilt that may come with over committing. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides practical tips on setting boundaries around your time.

Being a leader can place a huge demand on your time and attention. On this episode of Next Level Leaders, Dr. Joseph will discuss ways to help manage all the moving pieces inside and outside of your organization. 

There is a creative aspect to everyone! Join Dr. Joseph as he deals with what it takes to sustain creativity while pressing past limitations and pushing the envelope forward.

Stepping out into the unknown requires courage, faith and resilience- all qualities of Next. On this 111th episode, Dr. Joseph explores the depths, implications, strategies and preparation involved when contemplating major life moves.

Whew! This is an episode that everyone can relate to. Distractions, real life situations and responsibilities have the tendency to pull leaders in many different directions. So join Dr. Joseph this week as he provides plain tips on how to remain focused throughout the terrain we call life!

Some people are always in a hurry to be late! Join Dr. Joseph as he shares principles on how to get and stay ahead of the game.

This is one you don’t want to miss! Dr. Joseph teaches us the value in learning to pivot. Life happens fast, and Next level leaders are required to pivot and change as a result. The world is changing faster than ever and leaders are required to pivot while keeping a solid foundation.

Join Dr. Joseph this week as he talks about managing tough spots as leaders. Leadership can be tough, but a next level leader understands that we learn best from those tough moments and it sharpens our resolve.

Dr. Joseph discusses how we keep God at the core of our success, using Matthew 6:33 as a guide. Prayer is the foundation and core of our success. God gets the glory in it all!

Join Dr. Joseph for a candid discussion on insecurity and leadership. This topic is timely and transparent as leaders develop necessary tools to live life more authentically. #DOYOU

Creating a culture of character accomplishes much. What does it mean to have good character within your organization? Join Dr. Joseph as he provides insights into how to develop an organization that fosters a culture of good character.

Join Dr. Joseph for a great discussion on how to take to your vision to victory. Dr. Joseph explains how to avoid pitfalls and details exactly how to execute your vision, turning it into reality.

Consistency is critical when building a successful organization. Join Dr. Joseph as when provides strategies to go beyond the moment to gain real momentum in your personal and professional endeavors.

Patience is a virtue and is vital to the longevity of your organization. There is power in delayed gratification and trusting the process. Wait and trust God’s timing.

Dream work is teamwork! Next level leaders understand early on how to build and grow their team. Dr. Joseph provides strategies on how to successfully build a collaborative organization.

Building a strong village is necessary for success. Surround yourself with sacred community and connect with people who provide safe spaces. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides a layout of what to look for when building a village.

Join Dr. Joseph as he breaks down the acronym D.P.O and how it relates to next-level leadership. Discipline, pride, and organization are fundamental tools needed for your organization to succeed!

Join Dr. Joseph for a dynamic and detailed discussion on protecting your financial future. He provides free wisdom and practical principles to financially empower the next generation of next level leaders.

Creative people can be outliers and can see things abstractly. The courage to create requires next level leaders to be open to new possibilities to drive your company forward. Join Dr. Joseph as he explains why creativity is necessary to move beyond the status quo.

Every organization requires a reset, especially during a global pandemic. Dr. Joseph discusses the importance of retaining valuable people in your organization, reassigning people who may thrive in other parts of your organization purposefully, and releasing toxic people from the organization.

Leadership is tough business and loyal people in your circle is critical. Join Dr. Joseph as he explains what loyalty looks like through the eyes of his organization and ministry.

How do leaders manage private lives in public spaces? The more successful you become, the more people pay attention to you and the more exposure you have. Join Dr. Joseph this week as he answers this question and provides solid advice on managing private and public lifestyles.

Next level leaders know that the “why“ behind what we do is our linked to our mission. Our mission is why we do what we do and is usually greater than any one person.  Join Dr. Joseph as he talks about the importance of maintaining your mission.

Next level leaders understand the importance of mentee/mentor relationships. Dr. Joseph shares tips and strategies for maintaining healthy relationships. 

Confidence matters and can be contagious. Next-level leaders lead with purpose and passion. Leaders believe in themselves, identify problems and become solution-oriented. Trust your instinct and own your greatness!

An organized life is a productive one. Join Dr. Joseph as he explains the benefits of staying organized.

Today Dr. Joseph talks about “healthy” growth as a byproduct of the success of an organization. Join Dr. Joseph as he discusses how to ensure that our organization grows successfully.

You’ve got to protect yourself in what you do. Join Dr. Joseph as he explains the importance of listening to your body and spirit while you’re on the grind. Don’t be so consumed in your work that you forget that ‘You’ are your most valuable asset.

Comparison is counterproductive and unproductive. Find your uniqueness as a leader and focus on that. Join Dr. Joseph as he warns leaders on the dangers of comparison. Be You! 

How do we manifest our ideas and produce results? Join Dr. Joseph as he discusses how to execute your vision.

Dr. Joseph gives practical advice on how to manifest your goals by developing infrastructure and business plans

Join Dr. Joseph as he discusses how to manage your platform. This is key for next level leaders. Platforms should be transformational and must be used responsibly.

Let’s face it. Today’s world is full of negativity and not so great environments. How do we remain productive in less than ideal situations? Join Dr. Joseph as he leads a dynamic discussion on remaining focused during frustration.

This is by far the greatest podcast episode yet. On this episode, Dr. Joseph breaks down what it takes to monetize your God given vision. You don’t want to miss this one!

Today hear Dr. Joseph as he explores the importance of learning leader language. What is “leader language” and why is it an important skill to have? Dr. Joseph breaks down what this means and what it takes to learn this language.

Next Level leaders never underestimate the importance of believing in yourself. Belief comes before results. Don’t be discouraged if others don’t see or understand your vision. Dr. Joseph this week as he provides strategies on how to continue believing in yourself even if others don’t.

Join Dr. Joseph as he breaks down how to maintain momentum in your business. Providing relevant examples, Dr. Joseph leads a thoughtful conversation on what’s required for generational momentum.

How do you develop a winning mentality? It’s important to understand universal principles of leaders with winning mentality. It requires reprogramming and renewing your mind. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides secrets to having a winning mentality.

Leadership is tough work. Join Dr. Joseph as he speaks on resisting the urge to quit.

Join Dr. Joseph this week as he talks about how to manage growth. Next Level Leaders know how to future hire and grow with their organization!

Networking is key to being a next level leader. It’s critical to the success of your organization. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides strategies on effective networking and it power it can have in transforming your business.

This week Dr. Joseph leads a candid discussion of how to take care of yourself when leading organizations.

Next Level Leaders must understand and identify threats to success. Join Dr. Joseph as he explains simple ways to avoid distractions, leading to a more productive organization.

Leading from the middle is important when running an effective organization. Leaders must reimagine current business structures to tap into collaboration and group thinking. Join Dr. Joseph as he argues how leading from the middle is the best position to gain perspective and transform your organization.

Collaboration is key when unlocking the potential of those connected to you. When God gives a vision, it will involves others. It is essential for Next Level Leaders to understand how to release potential in others. Find out connections and affirm the value of your team, creating an environment where they can shine. How do you get there? Join Dr. Joseph as he explains how. 

Have you ever been simply exhausted? Join Dr. Joseph as he guides us through how to recognize exhaustion early so burnout doesn’t occur.

This episode of Next Level Leaders examines risk, reward and faith. Dr. Joseph discusses how calculated risks are necessary in each level of success achieved.

Shift happens. It’s inevitable. Next-level leaders understand that seasons come and go. Adaptability is key and real leadership knows how to adjust quickly. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides ways to adapt in shifting seasons.  

When is it time to pivot or shift into the next level?  Next-level leaders will often ask this question. Join Dr. Walker as he walks through scenarios that might arise when it's time to pivot.

Maintaining confidence and having assurance about yourself is essential to effectively lead others. So, how do we maintain confidence through life’s many setbacks?  Join Dr. Joseph for this insightful look into the importance of maintaining confidence as a Next Level Leader. God always reminds us of who we are- a lesson we should never forget!   

What is it that sets a Next Level Leader a part from everyone else? What makes a next level leader different?   Join Dr. Joseph as he examines 10 characteristics that separate real leaders appointed by God, from the rest of the pack.

Hey, it’s tough being a Next level leader right? Join Dr. Joseph as he walks us through why many are called but few are chosen. You were chosen and called to this work because of your capacity to handle challenges. Stop doubting yourself and understand that struggle is a part of the sifting. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it.

Join Dr. Joseph as he concludes Women’s month with Dr. Stephanie Hale Walker. She speaks openly about her ‘fork in the road moment,” chronicling her journey from medicine to her larger purpose in holistic beauty. Dr. Steph discusses the importance of a community-focused mission, empowering other women while trailblazing the beauty industry and addressing health disparities in the Black community.  Join us for this empowering word from this woman of God!  

Join Dr. Joseph as he has a conversation with Ladonna Boyd, president and CEO of R.H Boyd Publishing Company, one of the oldest black owned publishing company in the United States, as she discusses the importance of storytelling and centering the Black narrative.

Join Dr. Jospeh as we continue our ‘Winning Women’ series month with a conversation with Judge Rachel Bell. She discusses what inspires her and how she moves her vision to reality with human inspired work through community expungement clinics and    justice. As a next level leader, she largely uses her faith to move the needle forward, navigating her purpose.

Join us as we honor amazing women during Women’s appreciation month. Dr. Joseph jumpstarts this series by interviewing the amazing financial guru, Dr. Lakisha Simmons. Dr. Simmons has an incredible story of triumph over life trials and now work to  empower women to understand financial freedom and investing. She speaks through trials, determination and faith as she continues the advancement of women’s causes. She even shares how she saved $750,000 in four years, as a single mother! You definitely don’t want to miss out on this episode of Next Level Leaders.

The discipline to deliver deals with developing healthy routines and models, so goals are accomplished on time. ’Next level leaders’ recognize the importance of razor-sharp focus and develop plans for the most realistic path forward. Join Dr. Joseph this week as he deals with what it takes to have the required discipline needed to accomplish our goals and deadlines.

It’s inevitable for leaders to experience pain at some point in life. What happens when we experience moments where we absolutely cannot put on our game face? It’s ok to stop and deal with pain when you’re hurting, yet deciding to keep producing through adversity sets a precedent for generations to come.  Join Dr. Joseph as he takes us through how to produce while in pain. 

Have you ever examined the ‘why’ behind your mission? Next Level Leaders understand the motivation behind their goals. Be clear about your motive and make sure your mission is great. Join Dr. Joseph as he gets to the heart of the matter, focusing on the why.

If emotions are not under control,  they can burn out of control. Dr. Joseph speaks dynamically on how leaders manage emotions. Emotions are not bad. In fact, leaders are most effective when they exemplify emotions and learn how to think through an emotional response when faced with triggers. Because leadership places a demand on emotions, this episode will unpack critical lessons on emotional intelligence.

Join Dr. Joseph this week as he has a dynamic conversation with Bishop T.D. Jakes on leadership and loneliness. The conversation tackles key issues facing many leaders today, from managing public success to dealing with private struggles. It can all be overwhelming. Bishop Jakes and Dr. Joseph provide essential tools to help leaders overwhelmed by success and perceived failures. Learn what works for you when you need to refuel, and learn what to avoid during loneliness.   Click here for a copy of Dr. Joseph’s book, "Leadership and Loneliness" today!

Next Level Leaders understand the art of saying no. Learn early that ‘no’ is an answer. Join Dr. Joseph as he discusses the psychology behind the inability to say ‘no.’

Join us on this episode of Next Level Leaders as Dr. Joseph discusses ways to break the spirit of procrastination when distractions are everywhere.

Relationships matter! Leaders know that everyone in your crowd is not in your corner. In this episode, Dr. Joseph teaches the principles of managing relationships. Like Jesus knew who would betray him, it’s important to identify people who are with you and those who are not. This powerful episode will help you discern between relationships that help get you to the next level and those that prevent it from happening.

Ever had a good idea but not the tools to put a plan in place? This podcast is our best yet! Join Dr. Joseph as he explains how to move your vision into reality. He explains this more in his book, “No opportunity wasted.” Visualization to actualization is a process that doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time to transform your vision into reality! Cheers to 2021 and fulfilling God-given visions.

Next level leaders must learn to leverage what’s left. Brokenness is apart of life and occurs when our hopes are shattered. Yet, there is something possible and salvageable in brokenness. Real leaders know all is never lost. Join Dr. Joseph as he discusses how to identify resources in rubbish.

In this episode of Next Level Leaders, Dr. Joseph tackles the issue of loneliness, especially important during a pandemic and social isolation. Leadership brings about a level of loneliness that could be an opportunity for innovation and creative change.

Loss is an inevitable and unavoidable reality of life.  Loss, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic can be difficult. Leaders are not exempt from loss and it’s tough to process.  Join Dr. Joseph as he puts loss in perspective and encourages those who have experienced loss.   

Your success is a result of collective effort. Next Level leaders understand true humility and know that many people contribute to success.  The higher the climb to success, the more humble you must become. Humility is one of the most important lessons you learn as a leader. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides tips on understanding and mastering humility.

Excellence in leadership is critical if you’re going to survive and remain relevant. Next level leaders must embody a quality of excellence that can produce for God’s glory. Join Dr. Joseph as he discusses the spirit of excellence and provides winning strategies.

Next Level Leaders understand the importance of mentors. Mentoring relationships are critical to your overall success. These relationships provide guidance, wisdom and expertise that are incredibly impactful to get where you need to go.

Hey Next Level Leaders! Join Dr. Joseph as he talks to guest pastor Bartholomew Orr about his book “Ordinary Lessons.” This profound book provides everyday practical wisdom and life lessons that all leaders can use and take with them to the next level.

Next Level leaders must take next level self care. Join Dr. Joseph as he talks about the importance of physical and emotional health. Be intentional about rest and take time to reset your agenda without feeling guilty. Finally, reward yourself. This podcast is full of powerful nuggets to help nourish the soul.

Do all leaders win? No, the fact is some leaders don’t win. Join Dr. Joseph as he provides 7 tips for leaders who are determined to unapologetically win.

There’s always a cost to greatness. Listen in as Dr. Joseph shares 7 things that inevitably come with greatness. Don’t get discouraged when it seems bleak, it comes with the territory. But remember, there is greatness on your life!

Keep going. Bouncing back from defeat is apart of being an effective leader. Dr. Joseph shares how to own defeat and how to learn lessons from those experiences.  Next level leaders don’t dwell on the past, they keep it moving and use it for motivation.

‘The Art of Execution‘ and ‘Restored at the Root‘ are two books that Next Level Leaders have. Both books explore how to deal with difficult people. Join Dr. Joseph this week as he explains situational awareness and emotional intelligence when dealing with adversaries. Bright and progressive leaders will greatly benefit from the wisdom shared in this episode.

Join us for this week’s discussion with Dr. Joseph as he discusses the 7 keys to growing spiritually. Next Level Leaders recognize the importance of spiritual growth as a key factor to success.

Rejection happens. All Next Level Leaders have to deal with rejection, it’s a part of our success journey. The effects of rejection can be life long, but can be used for your benefit. Join Dr. Joseph as he speaks candidly about his own rejection and provides biblical examples of leaders who have faced rejection and the lessons that come along with it.

Show me the money! On this episode of Next Level Leaders, Dr. Joseph provides practical tools and strategies on handling money in an image conscious world.

Drive is the key to any success. How do you stay motivated and consistent to maintain your drive when you have seasonal slumps? On this episode of Next Level Leaders, Dr. Joseph shares 7 strategies on how to maintain your drive despite certain setbacks.

Join Dr. Joseph as he discusses ‘Leading While Bleeding.’ All leaders understand that being a next level leader does not exempt you from personal challenges and tragedies of everyday life. While leaders are not immune from life‘s disappointments, leaders can be equipped with tools on how to respond to those challenges. Dr. Joseph gives practical advice on how leaders continue leading even while enduring personal tragedy.

Do you ever wonder what it takes to date and eventually marry a Next Level Leader?  Are you a Next Level Leader wondering what it takes to sustain current relationships?  If the answer is ‘yes’ then this episode is for you.  Dr. Joseph explains 7 relationship rules that should be considered and reviewed when dating and in marriage, highlighting tips from his book, “ Becoming a Couple of Destiny: Living, Loving and Creating a Life that Matters.  A next level favorite, this book will transform how you view relationships and marriage.  Click here for your copy today.

In this episode of Next Level Leaders, Dr. Joseph discusses the importance of establishing boundaries that are critical to the success of your life plan.  Dr. Joseph also identifies internal and external threats that may hinder your personal and professional development if boundaries are not identified and established. 

Join Dr. Joseph as he discusses the importance of discipline. Next Level Leaders recognize the importance of creating a disciplined environment.  In this episode, Dr. Joseph explains how we develop order in life and provides strategies on how to get winning results.

Join Dr. Joseph as he has a dynamic conversation with Dylesia Hampton on what life was like for her growing up in a religious cult.  She describes how she overcame spiritual abuse from the church and talks about lingering traumas from that experience. Dylesia Hampton, is a licensed clinical social worker and interpersonal trauma therapist specializing in helping people work through traumatic experiences.

Change is coming and coming fast. The world has changed, and it will never be the same. It can be an exciting time. How do we accept, adapt and create something in this new world? In this episode, of Next Level Leaders, Dr. Joseph discusses the challenges of change.

Next Level Leaders believe in their own brand. Branding, belief and faith are inextricably linked and work together in marketing. Join Dr. Joseph as he teaches the importance of believing in your own brand. From marketing strategies to your inner circle, brand awareness is key to longevity and success in an ever-changing world. This is the season for champions to emerge. Dr. Joseph provides free advice and game changing marketing strategies that will require listeners to rethink branding and take their vision to the next level.

Criminal justice is larger than the police department. On this episode of Next Level leaders, Dr. Joseph deals with criminal justice reform and the wrongfully accused.  Special guest, Dr. William Arnold tells his story of being wrongfully accused and convicted of a 2013 crime he did not commit. After serving a seven-year prison sentence, the case was acquitted, and Mr. Arnold was released earlier this year. He shares with Dr. Joseph how he kept his faith through unsuccessful hearings and repeated denials. This episode deals with resilience, transparency and faith - all Next Level Leader characteristics.

Our Pastoring during a pandemic series comes to an end as we wrap up the conversation with our special of guests, including psychologist Dr. Anita Phillips, pastor Howard Wesley, comedian Rickey Smiley, and mental health advocate, Michelle Williams. They all provide final words of information, laughter and multiple strategies that can help guide us through this unprecedented time in history.

As we continue our panel discussion with industry influences, Dr. Joseph introduces what it means to be “safer at home” when home isn’t safe. COVID revealed economic depravity for millions of Americans and the toil it may have psychologically. Dr. Anita Phillips provides mental health tips on handling stress during these times and Rickey Smiley provides insight on providing laughter during tough times on his morning show.

Our pastoring during a pandemic series continues with a conversation on mental health. Our guests openly discuss grief, anxiety and depression within the black community. The panelists have conversations on the importance of self-care, self-reflection and self-examination. Our guests provide tips on staying mentally well and remaining in community during Covid-19.

This dynamic series continues with candid conversations about the challenges of reopening the church, and the status of the church as leaders across the nation seek to redefine and reimage church post-quarantine. Organizations are challenged with creating sustainable models well into the future. Change is a part of the normal and leaders must continue using creative and unconventional methods to remain mission driven and relevant in an ever-changing world.

Next level leaders have hybrid conversations to discuss multi-faceted problems with quantifiable solutions. Join us as we continue our conversation on “Pastoring During a Pandemic.” These generational leaders continue discussing the needs of our congregation and community, and how we begin meeting those needs during and post pandemic. We discuss the medical, economical and practical needs of the church and community to remain multi-dimensional and relevant in our post-COVID world.

Next Level leaders recognize that there are significant cultural considerations that the coronavirus has had on underserved communities. As a consequence, Dr. Joseph has assembled a group of great leaders, thinkers, doctors, pastors and influencers to discuss strategies and solutions to help navigate and reimagine the church post Covid-19. Economic and health disparities place a responsibility on the church related to the communities they serve. Join us to better understand how next level leaders are responding to this new call to action in a Post-COVID-19 world.

Join Dr. Joseph as he has an inspiring conversation with Brandon Williams, professional NFL and NBA agent. Williams provides a transparent account what it’s like to personally battle the coronavirus. He explores insightful ways of viewing economy during this pandemic and provides encouragement and wisdom through his testimony for anyone who might be having a difficult time during this season of uncertainty. They discuss the economic and psychological impact that COVID-19 has had on professional athletes. The conversation details perspective, purpose and perseverance; all qualities of next level leaders.

Join Dr. Joseph as he has a conversation with NBA player Robert Covington with the Houston Rockets as he explores life without the NBA and COVID-19. Covington talks about high school, going to college at Tennessee State University and the opportunity to play professional basketball. He talks about being the underdog and the determination it took to overcome the obstacles that finally brought him to the league.

On this episode, of Next Level Leaders join Dr. Joseph as he continues his conversation with athlete and WNBA player Alysha Clark. They discuss the coronavirus, the importance of faith and how it transmits on and off the basketball court. Despite challenges, she believes women today are capable of doing whatever it is they put their mind to. Clark understands that next level leaders must have resilience, and a determined spirit to win and achieve. Join us, as we listen to her powerful story and learn how she overcame negative chatter and obstacles to go on to win a national championship.

Join Dr. Walker as he has a conversation with Major League Baseball player, Mookie Betts. Betts understands the importance of having the right people around him, work ethic and the importance of failure. Failure develops humility, a major characteristic of next level leaders. Next level leaders don’t give up after striking out, but instead always discovering ways to step up to bat. Betts compares baseball to life during COVID-19, providing practical tips on failure and faith. And remember, “There’s no crying in baseball.” -Tom Hanks

Join Dr. Joseph as we begin our new series, "Conversations with Professional Athletes: The story behind the glory," during the month May. Dr. Joseph begins the series with NFL player, Jonnu Smith, tight end for the Tennessee Titans. Smith understands character, determination, strength and prayer - all characteristics of next level leaders.  Smith discusses navigating uncertainty, maintaining athleticism and keeping mentally sharp during the age of social distancing, the NFL and COVID.

Join Dr. Joseph and Dr. Stephanie as they talk to wealth manager and financial advisor, Michael Blivens. Michael Blivens joins Dr. Joseph and Dr. Stephanie in conversation surrounding stock market volatility, and market reactions based on CO-VID 19. Mr. Blivens discusses the importance of stimulating the economy, having a plan, economic strategies, and investments. This episode outlines the importance of saving and budgeting and establishing parameters around spending habits in order to create and generate wealth for future generations.

Join Next Level Leaders as we continue discussing navigating life though a pandemic. This week Dr. Joseph and wife and co-host Dr. Steph discuss the importance of maintaining physical health through the pandemic with Gerrell Webb, personal trainer and owner of Itrain365. Now more than ever, next level leaders understand the importance of working out and staying healthy. With gyms closed around the country, leaders must take fitness into their own hands. Gerrell provides different fitness options while at home and discusses the importance of hydration, a healthy diet and keeping a consistent schedule.

On this episode of Next Level Leaders, we feature special guest Dr. Vanessa Bell, clinical psychologist at Vanderbilt University. She joins Dr. Joseph and co-host Dr. Stephanie in conversation as she discusses mental health during a global pandemic.  She gives practical advice on ways to deal with uncertainty and gives tips on remaining grounded when traditional ways of connecting are no longer viable options.  Dr. Bell discusses dealing with depression and anxiety during these unprecedented times. Next level leaders understand the value of prayer therapy and community even as we practice social distancing.

Next Level Leaders are responsive, and this isn’t any different. Join Next Level Leaders as we learn together how to navigate and adjust our “new normal” as the coronavirus has taken the world by storm. Dr. Stephanie Walker co-hosts all month, discussing best health practices, social distancing, new home rules, scheduling and juggling responsibilities.

Welcome to another edition of Next Level Leaders. Join Dr. Joseph, as he welcomes Lagra Newman, Founder of Purpose Prep Academy, a school which serves families from North Nashville and surrounding areas. Lagra embodies what it means to be a next level leader, courageously pushing limitations on the path forward to education. Equipped with an understanding her ‘God given calling,’ Lagra has developed a high performing school, focused on providing a quality, tuition free quality education for children from socially and economically disadvantaged neighborhoods and communities.

Please join Dr. Joseph Walker as we continue our discussion with ‘Winning Women.’ Today, we welcome Lowanda Hill, Supervisory FBI Special Agent. As a crisis negotiator, this next level leader explains the importance of empathy and human understanding when administrating justice. Far from what’s portrayed in movies and on television, Ms. Hill gives us an honest and in-depth look into life as an FBI agent. Hill also explains the importance of mentorship and credits much of her success to great mentors. She believes strongly in giving back by mentoring future agents.

Join Dr. Joseph as he continues highlighting “winning women” during the month of March. This episode features Next Level Leader, Dr. Joseph talks with Crystal Renee, Film and Costume Designer for Tyler Perry Studios. This episode details growing up in West TN and the influences it had on her career. Starting out as a production assistant, Renee worked her way up in the industry to become an actress and TV & Film Costume Designer. Renee’s fearless faith makes her a Next Level Leader.

Please join Dr. Joseph Walker as he has a conversation with Next Level Leader Minyon Moore. One of the nation’s top leading political strategists, Minyon discusses public policy, elections and community involvement. She understands what it takes to run for office and provides a critical look into the political system today.   This episode is for anyone interested in an honest conversation about politics, and the critical intersections of church and politics. Click here to get a copy of her book, For Colored Girls who have Considered Politics.

March is Women’s month! Next Level Leaders understand the value of dynamic women in leadership. This month, we are featuring “Winning women” and highlighting their stories.  We recognize the unique obstacles facing women who lead, while also recognizing how women have overcome those obstacles by reshaping narratives and understanding what is possible when faith meets determination. These women pursue dreams, understand collaboration and bring unique perspectives to the boardroom, speaking up for others who are underrepresented. Featured in this episode is next level leader Dr. Andrea Willis, physician, author, the Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of Blue Cross Blue Shield of TN. Dr. Joseph and Dr. Willis discuss the value of humble beginnings and the work ethic it produces. Dr. Willis credits her work ethic from learning to raise pigs from her grandfather in Athens, GA. She discusses her rise to become one of the youngest African American Deputy Commissioners of Health, where she was able to help solve public health issues plaguing Tennesseans. Dr. Willis describes the catalyst behind her book ‘When Ministry Meets Medicine, a Modern motivational journal for Holistic Wellness.” In this book, Willis brings both health and faith into the conversation to give us an understanding of how the disciplines relate to each other in modern times.  Be sure to click here to get your copy today.

We’ve beaten the odds and we’re winning at life. What happens when the success finally happens? As our relationship series comes to an end, Dr. Joseph invites Chris Hope, professional athlete and author to explore how tomanage success and family boundaries.  In his book P.R.O.S,Parents Relying on Their Seeds, Hope talks about the importance of establishing boundaries with parents and family members after becoming successful.  Chris Hope, the highest paid safety in the NFL was nicknamed, “the last hope” of his family. While this nickname was motivation, the need to financially save his family proved to be challenging. Join us, as we explore what it takes to remain successful while managing success, money and family relationships. Click here to get your copy of Chris Hope’s book P.R.O.S.

Next Level Leaders are driven. We understand the importance of creating a climate of excellence within our organizations.  We build solid teams within organizations and hire people based on character, cadence, competence and capacity.  Dr. Joseph explains the significance of these qualities in his book, No Opportunity Wasted: The Art of Execution. Next Level Leaders understand the difference between connections and attachment. It is essential to entrust our organizations with people who are connected to the vision and not those who attach themselves for personal gain.  Those who are connected to the vision are not self-serving and will not deviate from the mission based on hidden motives. Next Level Leaders make certain to hire the right people, with the right skillset at the right time.  We hire people who can produce.  We understand the importance of execution and pace, recognizing that in a constantly moving world, no opportunity should be wasted. Click the link to get your copy of Dr. Joseph Walker’s book, No Opportunity Wasted: The Art of Execution.

Next Level Leaders are problem solvers who understand the importance of a healthy relationship with self. Being self motivated is an intrinsic job which requires motivation from the inside out. This episode features Darrell Freeman, an entrepreneur who started an IT company with only $2,000 and sold it for an impressive $23 million. This modern day ‘rags to riches’ story reveals that there are valuable lessons to be learned from humble beginnings. These expensive, but free lessons teach perseverance, empathy and hunger for something better. Next Level Leaders realize that failure is an inevitable reality  towards reaching your goals and understand the psychology of“no.” Darrell Freeman admits his businesses were built by failing  much more than succeeding. Next level leaders are mentors who understand the importance of sharing our failures and successes with other next level leaders. We become so that others might become. So, if you have a dream, go for it. If not you, then who?

Next Level Leaders understand the importance of establishing relationships and boundaries. Good leaders understand the importance of having a life partner with drive, to share the mission. This shared mission brings leaders together for a larger purpose that’s always greater than the individual. Dr. Joseph understands this, which is why his beautiful wife, Dr. Stephaine, joins the conversation. Together, they take an honest look into relationships with the goal of “progress not perfection.” Next Level Leaders are not normal. We’re different and equipped with perspectives that most won’t understand. We don’t just wake up and float. We plan and are intentional with priorities. Dr. Stephaine explains that when you work hard at this level, we earn a chance to play at this level too! Join this ‘Couple of Destiny’ as they give practical advice on how to manage busy work schedules, family and faith.

In this episode, we continue our discussion with Dr. Joseph as he walks us through his call to pastor the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Nashville, TN. As a young pastor, he recalls dealing with unprecedented growth. Next Level leaders understand that growth doesn’t just happen without strategy and vision. Next Level leaders are also keenly aware that growth doesn’t exempt us from personal tragedy. Dr. Joseph provides us with an up-close narrative through one of the most difficult times of his personal life, losing his first wife to cancer. He explains how we deal with public success, but private failures. Next Level leaders understand the value of transparency, community and counseling while working through traumatic experiences. Dr. Joseph considers that trauma should be transformational, and that our pain can be used to propel us to the next level.

Next level leaders understand the value of knowing where we come from. In order to know where we’re going as next level leaders, we first must acknowledge where we’ve been. Join Dr. Joseph Walker as he takes us on an in-depth journey through childhood. Using the art of storytelling, he paints vivid pictures of growing up poor in Louisiana. It’s here, on Cheatem street that characters come alive as he describes major childhood influences and how those experiences shape his leadership philosophy today. Next Level leaders draw inspiration from a variety of influences. From religion and music, to family and community, Dr. Joseph Walker invites us on his intimate journey of self-discovery.

Each episode addresses the intersect between Christianity and the marketplace through conversations with successful leaders. Listeners will be mentored, inspired, and challenged to succeed at the next level. Tune in and start moving from vision to reality!