Family: Cory Carlson

About this episode

Nick discusses relationships and leadership with Corey Carlson, focusing on a two-by-two matrix tool for balancing grace and challenge.

In this episode of the ISI Life Podcast, Nick welcomes repeat guest, Corey Carlson, a well-respected coach, speaker, father, and husband celebrating his 25th wedding anniversary! The discussion centers around Corey's recent talk at the ISI Life® Cleveland retreat, focusing on a powerful two-by-two matrix tool that helps navigate relationships by balancing grace and challenge. Corey details how this tool can be used effectively at both home and work. He also shares inspiring experiences, such as attending a private event by David Green of Hobby Lobby and his leadership principles of humor, humility, and generosity. The episode concludes with a heartfelt discussion on the importance of personal interactions and effective leadership, followed by a prayer for guidance and courage in leading like Jesus. We are excited to share this with you and know that you will be blessed by this conversation. Stay Sharp!

People in this episode

Host: Nick

Guest: Corey Carlson

Topics covered

• relationships
• leadership
• personal growth
• family
• spirituality

Keywords

• relationships
• leadership
• grace
• challenge
• family
• spirituality
• personal interactions

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Hobby Lobby

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