This month’s podcast, is a leadership conversation every pastor needs. I share why God promotes through precision, not position, and how biblical leaders like Noah, Bezalel, Daniel, and Jesus Himself modeled excellence in the little things that no one else noticed. These small details are what elevate a ministry, sharpen a staff, and take a church …

Let’s be honest—some leaders lead from position, not passion. They rely on titles, not trust. But the greatest leaders? They win people’s hearts before they ever ask for their hands. In this month’s podcast, I’m talking about what I’ve learned to connect your heart with your staff and your people — not through control, but through compassion.…

Since the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk last month, pastors across America have been turning their spiritual guns on one another . . . condemning and criticizing how others responded to his death. Some have even gone so far as to call pastors cowards, question their calling, and pressure people to leave their churches. But here’s the truth: …

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Has anyone else wrestled with the struggle of how do we give the Holy Spirit freedom to flow in our church services while respecting the time? This month Dean will kill some of the myths we have embraced on this subject and offer wisdom on how NOT to quench the Spirit or crush your children’s volunteers.…

In this month’s podcast you’ll hear insights from the marriage book that has revolutionized Dean and Kim’s marriage the past three years. It will equip you with the tools to bring a struggling marriage back to life or turn a GOOD marriage into a GREAT one!Dean Hawk

AI and the Church: Is It the Future or a Fad?" In today’s world, AI is reshaping everything—our lives, our culture, and our careers. But what about the church? Should pastors be using AI for sermon writing? How can it make ministry more efficient? In this episode, Dean dives into these pressing questions and shares practical insights to help you an…

Ignite Your Church’s Potential In this episode, we dive into MOMENTUM BUSTERS & THRUSTERS and how it can transform your organization, ministry, or team. Have you ever felt that surge of energy that pushes things forward effortlessly? Or have you experienced those moments when it feels like you're trudging through mud, despite all your best efforts?…

Do you carry the weight of praying and trusting God for the weekly finances and offerings of your church? In this month’s podcast Dean offers some creative insights to bringing your team on board to help you fight the good fight of faith and see your church income INCREASE!Dean Hawk

Go forward 20 years in your life . . . what does your retirement fund look like? Special guest and CFO, Kim Hawk, joins Dean this month to talk about the practical steps of investing NOW to prepare for your future retirement. We’ll help you make sense of the Roth IRA, 403b, stocks, mutual funds, matching contributions, and investments. Grab your sp…

As pastors, there are moments when we give everything to others, yet feel like we have nothing left for ourselves. We experience criticism, betrayal, burnout, and seasons where encouragement is scarce. If we look to people to fill our need we often are left wanting. This month, Dean will share SIX key steps that David took to find strength in God o…

In this month’s podcast Dean reveals a simple practice he added to his Sunday worship experience years ago that leaves people almost in shock the first time they attend a service. One woman recently said, “I’ve been going to church for 30 years and have never seen a church do this?” This simple tool will change your reputation in the community, tra…

One of the joys of ministry are the hundreds of armchair quarterbacks to critique our sermons, decisions, and direction for the church. This is a podcast for your entire team as Dean shares practical insights on how to respond and handle those emails and complaints from church and community members.Dean Hawk

It’s that time of year to make plans for your 2025 church budget. Discover WHY establishing and maintaining an annual budget is so important and find out the SIX major categories your budget should be divided into.Dean Hawk

Check out this month’s podcast and discover the benefits of having legal counsel to help you navigate the many issues of leading your church. Dean is joined by special guest, Ashley Hawk, who is an attorney who specializes in church and non-profit law.Dean Hawk

One of the most effective ways to impact your city with the love of Jesus Christ is through the school system. Join Dean in this month’s podcast to learn creative ways to build relationships with your local schools through creative outreaches that bless students and faculty.Dean Hawk

What happens to your church or organization if you suddenly die? Having a strategic plan in place will ensure stability in the midst of a crisis. In this podcast Dean shares practical steps to developing a catastrophic plan for you and your team.Dean Hawk

Does your team dread your weekly staff meeting? Is your meeting a safe place to disagree and express ideas? This month Dean shares the guidelines and elements of their weekly lead team staff meeting that will hopefully bring some inspiration to yours.Dean Hawk

Friendships in church leadership can be difficult. How close should we get to the members of our church or staff? In this podcast Dean gets raw and breaks the myths of “leadership friendships” as he interviews one of his own personal friends who is a member in his church.Dean Hawk

In our post Covid-19 world LONELINESS has become a WORLD-WIDE EPIDMIC with an impact on our physical, mental, and emotional health. Research found that loneliness and lack of social connection is equal to the risk of smoking 15 cigarettes a day, and it’s greater than the risk associated with obesity, excess alcohol consumption, and lack of exercise…

How do you know if your team members are giving their best? In this SECOND part of HOW TO MEASURE SUCCESS, Dean focusses on TEN (10) AREAS to regularly measure and review with your team members. The big difference is each one of these are elements that are within their control.Dean Hawk

One of the worst things we can do is compare ourselves or our ministry . . . to others. Guaranteed when we do, we will always come up short. In this TWO-PART podcast, Dean begins in PART 1 with how to measure our PERSONAL success. As pastors, we often measure success by things out of our control; like attendance and offerings. In this podcast, Dean…

Every Sunday Dean gives bold, straight forward invitations for people to accept Christ with every head up, eyes open, and people looking around. “We don’t sneak people into heaven. We walk them through the front door!” Dean says. Check out WHY he does this and the practical WAY to equip your church to become a birthing room for heaven.…

All of us daily face opportunities to make excuses. And those excuses later lead us to regret some of our decisions. This month Dean lays out a challenge for you and your team to take your leadership to the next level by living with NO EXCUSES | NO REGRETS!Dean Hawk

This month Dean pulls from one of the all-time greatest battles recorded in history to identify the difference of these two strategies and their vastly different outcomes. Are you playing to win? Or playing not to lose? You’ll be surprised at how easy it is to slip into defensive mode rather than playing offense and going for the win.…

Let’s face it . . . as a pastor we are constantly around people, yet we often feel lonely and isolated. How valuable would it be to have a fellow pastor you could air out your frustrations, hear some wisdom, and ask for prayer to get you through the situation? In this month’s podcast, Dean shares a proven method for building strength and unity amon…

The simplest definition of leadership is . . . influence. As pastors, we have the privilege of being an influencer for the Kingdom of God and we must be careful how we use that influence in our church and community. In this podcast, Dean will challenge you to utilize your influence for the greatest impact.…

The pain and wounds of ministry are very real. After being hurt a few times by people on your team or in your church it can become very tempting to withdraw from relationships and “go turtle” to avoid being hurt again. Join Dean for this month’s leadership podcast as he teaches you how to break out of your shell to heal . . . and authentically love…

This month Dean and leadership coach, Thomas Thompson, discuss the startling research that revealed 70% of Christian leaders today fail to finish well. There are SIX BARRIERS that stand in the way of finishing strong and Dean and Thomas get very practical on how to PREVENT a leadership crash.Dean Hawk

Dr. Tiko Hardy joins Dean this month to discuss a hot topic that every church staff needs to be diving into. The demographics of our communities are more diverse than ever before. What practical things can we do to EXPAND our ministry endeavors to be more inclusive and less divisive? Consider gathering your entire team to review this insightful pod…

For every action there is a reaction. We often think we’re communicating one thing, but our words and actions are sending a completely different message. When a staff member asks you for a decision and your response is, “You decide. I’m good with what you believe is best” you just sent a powerful subliminal message of “I trust you” and that employe…

Check out this month’s podcast! Talk about excellence is cheap . . . but the reality of making it a part of your daily life is another. There are no shortcuts to excellence. In this podcast, Dean shares 10 basic values on implementing excellence and taking your life, leadership, and ministry to the next level.…

Dean is known for is his creativity and ability to visualize a spiritual truth to help people learn. With 65% of the population who are VISUAL LEARNERS, in this month’s podcast, Dean unloads 50+ ideas to spark creativity in your preaching and make your audience come alive! It is highly recommended to VIEW this podcast in its video format to get the…

A lot of people talk about INTEGRITY yet struggle to live and maintain their values in a world that doesn’t have values. This month Dean unpacks why integrity matters and shares how to live a committed life in an uncommitted world.Dean Hawk

In this new leadership podcast, Dean shares 24 different ways to improve the work environment and create a place that makes your staff happy that they work for you and the church, which results in them performing at their peak and creating a healthy church environment.Dean Hawk

Coming up with a new sermon topic every single week can be taxing. In this podcast Dean shares EIGHT practical ways to generate fresh ideas and help you navigate mapping out an entire year of sermon series.Dean Hawk

One of the greatest tools we often fail to implement in ministry is THE POWER OF TOUCH. This month Dean will share practical insights on how touch can be an effective tool to impact people’s lives.Dean Hawk

Statistics tell us that 32.7% of America’s workforce have elected to pursue new opportunities . . . and the church world is not exempt. This month Dean will guide you through 11 key steps to navigating staff changes within your church. He views this season of change as the “Great Realignment” by God to strengthen the church in fulfilling its missio…

We are living in a post-pandemic world where pastors are maxed out and overloaded. Record numbers are quitting or giving serious consideration to doing so. This month Dean brings some hope on what to do when you feel like giving up and wisdom to recharge your batteries.Dean Hawk

When you can get your team members functioning like an owner it’s a GAME CHANGER! It completely transforms the way they approach their job and responsibilities. In this month’s leadership podcast Dean shares the attributes of squatters, renters, and owners. A “MUST LISTEN” podcast for your entire team!…

At first glance you might think reactive and responsive are the same. Yes, they are similar, but they have drastically different outcomes. One typically creates a negative response. The other a positive one. This month Dean will break it down and help you grow as a leader in your decision making.Dean Hawk

Every single Sunday at Rock we see people make new commitments to Jesus Christ. Several hundred are INTENTIONALLY born again every year! In this podcast Dean shares his tips, hints, and insights on how to give weekly invitations to accept Christ that people respond to. Plus, he’ll help you build a culture within your church to invite friends and re…

We have heard the statement “LEADERS ARE READERS” but we’re often unsure what to read? In this podcast Dean shares highlights from some of his favorite books that have molded and shaped him as a leader to inspire you to pick a few and read this summer!Dean Hawk

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It’s one thing to know WHAT God wants you to do. It’s another thing to know HOW you’re going to accomplish it. Take 20 minutes to discover FOUR steps to building a strategy and seeing your vision become a reality.Dean Hawk

All too often we are so focused on the future we forget to embrace the present. I hope you will check out this month’s podcast as I share FIVE key steps to LIVE IN THE MOMENT and make the most of your family time, your ministry career, and your life!Dean Hawk

How much should you be paid as the senior pastor? What about your youth pastor or worship pastor? This month Dean is joined by Phil Martin, the CEO of THE CHURCH NETWORK and MINISTRYPAY.COM. Together they will share insights and tools to help you and your board establish fair salaries for each person on your team. Plus, Dean will share some benefit…

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Merry Christmas! This month is the most unique leadership podcast Dean has done this year. It’s a personal message for you . . . about you . . . to affirm the gift and call on your life. Be sure and check it out HERE.Dean Hawk

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