In this inspiring Biblical Leadership @ Work podcast episode, we hear from Leonard McElveen, a leader with decades of experience in nonprofit ministry. Leonard shares profound insights from his journey, particularly his work with homeless and addicted individuals.

He firmly believes that every leader should approach situations, especially complex ones, with curiosity rather than judgment. This approach allows us to get to a deeper understanding of people’s experiences and challenges, rather than just reacting to surface-level issues. For Leonard, leadership isn’t about executing one’s own agenda, but about serving others and facilitating their growth, echoing his motto, ‘It’s not about you, boo’.

He emphasizes the need for leaders to maintain a fine balance between delivering spiritual value and managing the practicalities of fundraising and capitalism. Lastly, Leonard expressed how striving to create an impact rather than imposing a belief system can lead to transformational leadership. Throughout his life, Leonard has sought to embody compassion, understanding and wisdom, attributes he encourages in all leaders.