Entrusted to Lead Podcast

You started the day knowing what mattered. And then the texts came. And the emails. And the crisis that somehow became yours to solve.

By the end of the day, you were exhausted — but you couldn't name a single thing you did that actually moved your life forward.

That's not faithfulness. That's a treadmill.

In this episode of the Clarity Season, we're talking about reactive living — what it actually costs you, why i...

There is a specific kind of exhaustion that comes from leading outside your actual authority — and most of us have been there. You're pouring energy into decisions that aren't yours, influence you haven't yet earned, or systems too many levels above you to touch. Meanwhile, the things that genuinely belong to you go unattended.

In this episode — the fourth in the Clarity Season — Danita explores what it means to lead ...

What if the clarity you've been searching for won't come from adding anything — it'll come from taking something away?

In this episode of Entrusted to Lead, Danita Cummins explores the counterintuitive practice of strategic subtraction — the intentional act of eliminating good things to make room for the best things. If you're a faith-driven leader who feels overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck in decision fatig...

EPISODE 72: NAMING WHAT’S ACTUALLY YOURS TO CARRY

Clarity Season — Episode 2 of 8

This is Episode 2 of the Clarity Season. If you haven’t listened to Episode 1 yet, start there: “Clarity Is Not Certainty—And Why That Changes Everything.”It lays the foundation for everything we’re exploring this season.

Last episode, we explored the difference between clarity and certainty. Today, we go deeper into one of the most common places that co...

If you're leading through decisions that matter—teams depending on you, deadlines stacking up, personal life competing for the same mental space—this episode is for you.

Today, we're starting an eight-episode season on clarity. Not the kind of clarity that comes from having all the answers, but the kind that lets you move forward when you don't.

Clarity is not certainty. And confusing the two is cos...

Are you carrying the weight of leadership pressure? Wondering if your daily faithfulness is making a real difference? In this episode, Danita Cummins reveals how a tiny post-it note from her daughter sparked a profound truth: legacy isn't built through perfection or performance—it's grown through presence.

Discover the 3 pillars of legacy-centered leadership (clarity, consistency, and character) and walk through 3 powerful...

Feeling exhausted at day's end but wondering what you actually accomplished? You're likely caught in the multitasking trap that's silently stealing nearly half your productive time. This eye-opening episode reveals the startling truth: what we proudly call "multitasking" is actually "micro task switching" – a productivity killer costing leaders up to 40% of their workday.

Drawing from bot...

What happens when a simple question from a child completely upends your successful corporate career? Genevieve Peturro never expected her life to take a sudden turn after 12 years of climbing the television industry ladder in New York City. Yet when a little girl in a shelter whispered, "What are pajamas?" everything shifted.

That moment launched Genevieve's extraordinary journey from corporate success to fo...

IAre you chasing a version of success that looks good on the outside but doesn't actually fulfill you? You can be doing all the things—building the business, climbing the ladder, serving the people—and still feel like something's missing.

In this heart-to-heart episode, Danita Cummins unpacks Proverbs 16:3 and reveals why God's definition of success is radically different from the world's. She shares the differen...

Ever looked around your workplace and thought, "There must be a better way"? In this transformative conversation with Dr. Christie McMullen, we uncover how joy and productivity work as essential allies rather than opposing forces.

Dr. McMullen brings her 25 years of education experience into the business world with a refreshingly simple framework that makes every workplace interaction safe, logical, fun, and memo...

Leadership can be quietly exhausting. You're doing all the right things—showing up, serving faithfully, leading with vision—yet still wondering if any of it makes a difference. That hidden weariness is exactly what we're tackling in this powerful episode centered around Galatians 6:9.

"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." These words...

Fear of failure is one of the most silent yet powerful roadblocks to leadership growth—and for purpose-driven leaders, it can be especially limiting. In Episode 64 of Entrusted to Lead, Danita Cummins welcomes mindset coach and author Lana Sheppard to unpack how limiting beliefs, perfectionism, and fear of judgment can hold us back from making clear decisions and building the impact we’re called to lead.

Lana shares her own journey ...

Have you ever found yourself stuck in fear, overthinking decisions, or wrestling with the pressure to get everything right? In this deeply personal June solo episode, I explore the transformative power of renewed thinking and how our mindset profoundly shapes our leadership effectiveness.

Drawing from Romans 12:2, I share my own journey confronting what I call the "shame, fear, and control triad" – a powerful fra...

What if your career could be both meaningful and successful—on your terms?

In this insightful episode of Entrusted to Lead, Danita Cummins sits down with Georgi Enthoven, strategist, coach, and host of The Work That Is Worth It podcast. Together, they unravel the journey of aligning your career with your core values, addressing the silent struggles many high-achievers face: burnout, misalignment, and the lingering question—Is this a...

When was the last time you felt that unsettling disconnect between what you're doing and who you're becoming? That strange tension where everything looks right on paper, but your soul feels tired?

This episode dives deep into the sacred space of pivoting—recognizing when God is calling you to something new and finding the courage to follow. Drawing from Isaiah 43:19 ("I am doing a new thing. Now it springs f...

What if the reason you feel stuck in your leadership has nothing to do with your title and everything to do with your values?

In this thoughtful and vulnerable conversation, Danita sits down with executive mentor and author Jack Cohen, a seasoned leader with over 40 years of experience in business, real estate, and leadership development. Jack’s wisdom is deeply rooted in his personal journey, and this episode offers more than pract...

In this heartfelt solo episode, Danita speaks directly to the overwhelmed leader who’s been questioning their calling. Maybe you’ve been wondering: Am I doing enough? Is this even what I’m supposed to be doing? Today, Danita reminds you of a powerful truth: God is not confused about your calling—even if you are.

Through personal stories, biblical encouragement, and leadership insight, you’ll learn how to move from pressure to peace,...

In this insightful episode of the Entrusted to Lead podcast, your host, Danita Cummins, explores the transformative power of influence in leadership. She breaks down the key distinction between authority and influence, drawing wisdom from leadership experts like Ken Blanchard, Liz Wiseman, and J. Oswald Sanders, alongside biblical narratives such as Joseph’s rise to power in Egypt.

Danita challenges leaders to rethink their approach...

In today’s episode of Entrusted to Lead, I sit down with Bill Flynn, a leadership coach, author, and expert in business growth. Bill has worked with hundreds of companies and was a VP of Sales eight times, a CMO twice, and a GM of a $100 million IT service company before transitioning to coaching in 2015.

We unpack the principles from his bestselling book, Further, Faster: The Vital Few Steps That Take the Guesswork Out of Growth. B...