Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast

Communication That Connects: Building Trust in a Distracted Age | William Vanderbloemen

In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, William Vanderbloemen unpacks the rapidly changing landscape of communication, and what it means for pastors, heads of school, and nonprofit leaders. From the importance of contextualizing messages to embracing an omnichannel strategy and understanding the timeless power of emotional connection, William shares practical tips and real-world stories to help you become a more effective communicator in today’s noisy world. Whether you’re crafting Sunday sermons, leading a staff meeting, or reaching your community online, you’ll walk away with tools for communicating clearly, consistently, and meaningfully—across every platform and generation.

Thinking Outside the Box: How Great Leaders Solve Problems Differently

In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, executive search consultant Ivette Naron shares practical and inspiring insights for leaders who want to think differently. From understanding the difference between problems and tensions, to using the “Six Thinking Hats” method for creative solutions, Ivette unpacks tools leaders can use to break out of the cycle of reactive problem-solving. Whether you’re leading a church, nonprofit, or business, this conversation will challenge you to: Step out of the weeds and gain organizational altitude Create margin for reflection (not just reaction) Embrace feedback as a friend, not an enemy Build a culture that supports collaborative problem-solving If you’re ready to lead with clarity and creativity, this episode is for you. 📖 Explore more leadership resources at vanderbloemen.com

The Dashboard of Team Health: Spotting and Fixing People Problems

Behind every thriving team is a leader who knows how to spot the signs of trouble and take action. In this episode, Vanderbloemen COO Jennifer Paulson shares practical wisdom for identifying “check engine lights” in team health, from gossip and disengagement to meetings after the meeting. Learn why tough conversations matter, how to lead with transparency and humility, and how to develop future leaders who can do the same. Whether you’re leading a church, nonprofit, or business, this conversation will help you create a culture of trust and accountability that lasts.

The Secret to Being a Talent Magnet | Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast

What Makes a Workplace Truly Attractional? What sets apart the organizations top talent lines up to join and what makes others struggle to attract anyone at all? In this episode, we sit down with Eric Albert, Senior Executive Search Consultant at Vanderbloemen, to talk about what really makes a workplace stand out. Spoiler alert: it’s not the stocked snack fridge or the trendy job title. We explore what makes a culture truly attractional, the hidden factors that push candidates away, and why mission statements don’t mean much without action. Eric shares practical ways leaders can create a healthier workplace culture and tells a powerful story of a church that recognized its unhealthy staff environment and turned things around. Whether you’re hiring now or preparing for the future, this conversation is full of insights on how to build a team people want to join and stay on.

The New Skillset for Pastors (And Why It Might Surprise You) | William Vanderbloemen

In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, William Vanderbloemen unpacks why the future of pastoral ministry isn’t about better preaching, trendier content, or digital strategy, it’s about returning to the roots of relational leadership. In a time when sermons can be streamed and content is everywhere, the greatest impact comes from something far more personal. AI might write sermons, but it can’t do pastoral care. Online church is helpful—but it’s the echo of the echo. The pastors people remember are the ones who showed up. Deep connection over drive-by engagement.  H2H (human-to-human) skills are the new essential leadership trait. Whether you're leading a church, nonprofit, or school, this conversation will help you rethink how you connect—and why the most meaningful ministry moments are still the most human.