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Higher Up Podcast
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A podcast that aims to empower individuals in various aspects of their lives, including business, church, school, and personal growth. The goal is to inspire listeners to make a positive impact on those around them, helping them reach their full potential and strive towards greatness. The show features practical tips, real-life stories, and insightful conversations with experts in their fields, all geared toward lifting others up and creating a world where everyone can thrive.
The hosts, Benji and Brady Wilson, are accomplished entrepreneurs in the business world. Their mission is to empower listeners in every aspect of their lives, from business to personal growth. They seek to inspire others to make a positive impact on the world by sharing their own life experiences and having conversations with other successful guests. Together, they explore living a Higher Up life!
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Ep.048: AI and the Faithful Leader
5d ago00:25:54Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailAI is already in your business. The question is whether you're leading it or letting it lead you.In this episode we talk honestly about why AI feels threatening, especially for creatives and leaders who care about trust and relationships. Then we reframe it: AI is a tool, not a strategy, and definitely not your conscience.We cover the 80/20 rule for using AI well, prompt engineering, and why the best use of AI is as a thought partner, not a decision maker. We share real examples from hiring, customer service, meeting prep, and operations, and we get into where it can quietly work against you if you're not paying attention.We also run AI through four leadership filters: stewardship, dignity, truth, and wisdom. And we close with a line worth writing down: before you go to AI, go to I AM.Automate the task. Don't automate the trust.Subscribe, share this with a leader on your team, and drop a comment: where is AI showing up in your business right now?
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Ep.047: Grace Under Pressure
3w ago00:26:19Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailConflict rarely destroys a team all at once. It chips away through small misunderstandings, tension in meetings, and messages that land wrong. In this episode we talk about why conflict feels constant in certain seasons and what leaders can actually do about it.We cover the hidden costs of unresolved conflict: disengagement, gossip, broken trust, and turnover that could have been prevented. We also get into what forgiveness at work actually means, not ignoring what happened or skipping consequences, but releasing it so bitterness doesn't run your culture.You'll get practical steps you can use right away: address issues early, go directly to the person, listen before you make your point, and separate the person from the problem.If you lead a team or work on one, this is a straightforward conversation on conflict resolution, communication, and building a culture that can handle hard conversations.Subscribe, share with someone on your team, and drop a comment: what's one conflict you've been avoiding that needs a direct conversation?
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Ep.046: Anchored In The Storm
Apr 2000:24:05Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailA business can be thriving on paper and still get knocked sideways by a storm you didn't plan for. This episode is about what keeps you steady when it hits.We're fresh off real momentum, including expanding back to Tuscaloosa, and it sparks a bigger conversation about leading through uncertainty. We talk about blind spots, overconfidence, and why "unsinkable" is never a real strategy, using the Titanic as a framework most people can immediately connect to.From there we get tactical. Faith-based leadership and stewardship as a foundation. Mission, vision, and values as a decision-making filter when fear wants to drive. Clear communication, staying present, and keeping your team confident when you're under fire. We also share a real example of pivoting with a client mid-plan and why calm problem-solving builds trust inside and outside the company.We close with the SIMPLE framework (Streamline, Integrate, Measure, Prioritize, Leverage, Execute) as a practical tool for cutting through the chaos and moving forward with clarity.If you lead a team or run a business, take the closing questions seriously: what feels unstable, what are you anchored to, and what would faith over fear look like this week?Subscribe, share it with a leader who needs it, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.
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Ep.045: Beyond The Bottom Line
Apr 600:22:04Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailProfit can keep a company alive while slowly shrinking the leader running it.In this episode, we talk about leading with integrity when the pressure is on: cutting corners, blaming others, staying silent when speaking up costs you something. We get into stewardship over entitlement, business ethics in real decisions, and why a strong culture starts with how you treat the least powerful person in the room.You'll leave with practical reflection questions on where you're compromising, and who actually benefits from the way you lead.If you're building a business or leading a team, this is a straightforward gut check on faith, values, and character in leadership.
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Ep.044: Don’t Wait for April
Mar 2300:28:11Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailMost leaders build a strategic plan at the start of the year and stop looking at it within weeks. If your team is reacting to noise instead of executing, this episode is for you.We break down why strategic plans get shelved, how to spot the warning signs, and what it takes to close the gap between planning and execution. Topics include shiny object syndrome, quarterly planning, leadership cadence, and how to reset priorities without losing momentum.You'll walk away with a simple framework: weekly tactical meetings, monthly problem-solving sessions, and quarterly off-sites that keep your team aligned and your plan alive. We also cover how to treat missed milestones as data, not failure, so you can recalibrate and keep moving.Whether you're trying to salvage Q1 or set up a stronger Q2, this episode gives you the tools to get back on track.
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Ep.043: Fix It Now
Mar 900:27:13Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode, Benji and Brady Wilson talk about one of the biggest challenges leaders face: knowing when to step in and when to step back.Many leaders jump in to fix problems quickly, but over time that can create bottlenecks and limit the growth of the team. This conversation explores how strong leadership creates ownership, builds trust, and develops people instead of making the leader the solution to every issue.They also break down a simple filter leaders can use to decide when intervention is actually necessary, along with practical insight on handling emotional conversations, coaching team members, and protecting the values that matter most.
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Ep.042: Signal vs. Noise (Part 2)
Feb 2300:25:34Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailAre you leading or just reacting?In this episode, we break down how to separate signal from noise so you can lead with clarity instead of constantly putting out fires. We talk about identifying the work only you can do, protecting your top 20 percent, and building margin into your leadership rhythm.We also get into real challenges inside churches and organizations. Handling preferences and complaints. Clarifying roles. Tying decisions back to core values. Balancing discipleship and mission without losing either. These principles apply whether you lead a business, a franchise, a nonprofit, or a ministry.We close with a simple weekly leadership cadence. Audit your calendar. Prioritize strategic work over reactive tasks. Cut one noise item. Develop one person.
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Ep.041: Signal vs. Noise
Feb 900:26:33Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailFeeling busy but not effective is a leadership problem, not a motivation problem. In this episode, we break down a practical framework for cutting through noise and focusing on the work that actually drives results. We cover the four-box focus model, the discipline of saying no, and the One Thing habit that helps leaders protect strategy from constant interruptions.We talk honestly about modern distractions like notifications, walk-ups, and unclear project requests, then walk through simple process changes that reduce friction. You’ll learn how to standardize intake, set clear timelines, and require better inputs so your team can execute well the first time. We also dig into the 80/20 principle with real leadership examples and explain why delegation and empowerment are essential if you want to scale without burning out.The conversation closes with a shift from 2x to 10x thinking. More hours rarely produce better outcomes. Real growth comes from subtraction. We discuss eliminating low-value work, consolidating tools, protecting margin, and building systems that respect both client expectations and personal life. This episode connects focus, systems, leadership, and culture into a clear path forward for sustainable business growth.
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Ep.040: New Year. Bigger Why.
Jan 2600:20:39Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis episode focuses on leadership clarity, operational discipline, and building momentum that actually lasts. We talk about why growth does not come from doing more, but from simplifying systems, documenting what matters, and removing friction that slows teams down.We share real lessons from leading inside a complex, highly regulated business and why speed is the result of clarity, not chaos. That means making decisions, writing things down in plain language, and cutting steps that drain energy without adding value. We also explore how vision works at a practical level, drawing from the story of Joseph and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to frame leadership as courageous, disciplined work that rallies people around a clear direction.You will hear how we are aligning personal, team, and organizational goals, why delegation is essential for healthy leadership, and how simple rhythms turn good intentions into repeatable habits. We also talk about trusting others, empowering leaders, and building systems that scale without losing culture.
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Ep.039: Leadership at Christmas
Dec 1500:21:20Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailAs the year winds down, this episode focuses on how leaders can slow the pace, close the year with clarity, and set themselves up for a healthier start to what’s next. In this season three finale, we talk about presence, gratitude, and intentional reflection, not as concepts, but as leadership practices that actually shape culture and momentum.We share lessons from a demanding holiday season, including church Christmas services and large scale events, and what they revealed about capacity, team care, and sustainable leadership. The conversation covers why presence is one of the most valuable things a leader can give, how to run a simple but effective year in review, and practical ways to make gratitude visible across teams, vendors, and partners.You’ll also hear about rhythms that protect people long term, including giving serve teams real rest, creating space for silence, and setting focused goals that restore energy instead of draining it. We talk about batching work before time off, identifying what needs to stop, and guarding creative capacity so clarity and joy can return.This episode is for leaders who want to close the year well, honor the people who carried the load, and step into January with direction instead of burnout. It’s a practical conversation about leadership, culture, growth, and building a pace that lasts.We’ll be back January 26 with a refreshed season and new conversations.
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