FCLP 37 | The 5 Biggest Mistakes Women Make When Asking Their Church to Invest in Them

In this relevant leadership episode of the Female Church Leaders Podcast, Kadi Cole explores why advocating for your own development can feel more complicated than advocating for everyone else’s. Drawing from conversations with senior pastors and executive leaders, she identifies five common mistakes women make when asking their church to invest in their growth.

You’ll gain practical insight into approaching development as stewardship, making a stronger case for investment, and navigating the conversation in a way that honors both your leadership growth and the church you serve.

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TIMESTAMPS

01:48 – Mistake #1: Waiting for someone else to invest in your growth 

04:23 – Mistake #2: Not showing how your development benefits the church 

06:11 – Mistake #3: Not preparing to make it an easy yes 

07:21 – Mistake #4: Failing to be honest and honoring 

08:29 – Mistake #5: Assuming a full yes is the only good answer 

11:13 – Resource: Make Your Stewardship Case & Closing the Leadership Gap cohort

Resources mentioned:

Make Your Stewardship Case; www.kadicole.com/stewardship

Next Steps and Resources:

• Take the Quiz: Identify your growth gap with our Sticky Floor Quiz at www.femalechurchleaders.com.
• Join a Cohort: Be part of our next Closing the Leadership Gap cohort for guided coaching and monthly Q&A with Kadi. Visit www.closingtheleadershipgap.com to learn more.
• Stay Connected: Follow us on Instagram @femalechurchleaders for daily encouragement and leadership tools.
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