Podcast

Impact Leadership

Business, Education, Non-Profit, Self-Improvement

Welcome to Impact Leadership with Chip Parker! This podcast is designed to equip church and community leaders to make an impact in the communities they serve. Chip Parker serves as the Lead Pastor of The Orchard Community Church, a multi-site church with the mission of impacting lostness in North Central Florida. Listen in as he shares leadership principles that can be applied to churches, organizations and business; all with the goal of equipping leaders to live on mission and embrace their God-given calling.

Episodes
59
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
10 min
On air since
2025
Latest episode
6 days ago

Episodes

59 episodes, newest first

  1. Take an Honest Look | Leaders Look Back | Part 2

    Episode 57

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    Questions | Encouragement

    Welcome back to our series “Leaders Look Back.” In today’s episode, Chip Parker discusses why we need to invite honest feedback, and how being ready to receive not defend, leads to more real conversations. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    10 min
  2. Before You Move Forward | Leaders Look Back | Part 1

    Episode 56

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    Welcome to a new series we’re calling “Leaders Look Back.” In today’s episode, Chip Parker discusses why it is important to take time to reflect as a leader and how looking back can help us look forward. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    8 min
  3. Provide A Clear Path Forward | Leading Through Change | Part 4 of 4

    Episode 55

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    Welcome back to the Impact Leadership podcast. Listen in as we wrap up our series “Leading Through Change.” In today’s episode, Chip Parker discusses how you can only lead at the speed of trust and why celebrating progress along the way is vital. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    11 min
  4. Understand Resistance | Leading Through Change | Part 3 of 4

    Episode 54

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    Welcome back to the Impact Leadership podcast. Listen in as we continue this series “Leading Through Change.” In today’s episode, Chip Parker discusses the value of understanding resistance and how listening to people in times of change is a hallmark of good leadership. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    11 min
  5. Make the Case for Change | Leading Through Change | Part 2 of 4

    Episode 53

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    Questions | Encouragement

    Listen in as we continue this series “Leading Through Change.” In today’s episode, Chip Parker shares the necessity of casting vision to help people see a better future. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    10 min
  6. Be The Leader People Will Follow | Leading Through Change | Part 1 of 4

    Episode 52

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    Questions | Encouragement

    Welcome to a new series we’re calling “Leading Through Change.” In today’s episode, Chip Parker shares the necessary skills required to build credibility, so that when change comes, your team will have the confidence to follow you into the unknown. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    11 min
  7. Visionary Leadership Part 2 | Leadership Conversations | ft. Lawrence Barrett

    Episode 51

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    Today we’re rejoining the discussion from our “Leadership Conversations” series featuring Dr. Lawrence Barrett, President of Florida Gateway College. In this episode, Chip and Dr. Barrett reveal what to do when programs are successful but ultimately don't match the vision of your organization. You don't want to miss it!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    15 min
  8. Visionary Leadership Part 1 | Leadership Conversations | ft. Lawrence Barrett

    Episode 50

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    Today we’re jumping back into another episode from our “Leadership Conversations” series featuring Dr. Lawrence Barrett, President of Florida Gateway College. Today, Chip and Dr. Barrett are discussing how to lead with a clear vision for the future, and what it takes to maintain that vision long term. Let’s check it out!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    13 min
  9. Authority vs. Influence | Leadership Conversations | ft. Pastor Eddie Blalock

    Episode 49

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    We’re back for another episode in our “Leadership Conversations” series, and we’re excited to dive into a conversation with Pastor Eddie Blalock. Today, Chip and Eddie are discussing the differences between leading out of authority versus leading out of influence and why it's necessary to have both in your toolbox. Let’s check it out!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    12 min
  10. "Do what I say, not what I do." | Leaders Never Say | Part 4

    Episode 48

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    Today we’re wrapping up our series featuring words leaders should never say. Listen in as Chip Parker covers why "Do what I say, not what I do." brings death to organizational culture. Let’s dive in together!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    6 min
  11. "We can't." | Leaders Never Say | Part 3

    Episode 47

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    Today we’re jumping into part 3 of this series featuring words leaders should never say. Listen in as Chip Parker covers why "we can't." Kills vision and kills creativity in your organization. Let’s dive in together!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    7 min
  12. "That's not my job." | Leaders Never Say | Part 2

    Episode 46

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    Questions | Encouragement

    Today we’re jumping into part 2 of this series featuring words leaders should never say. Listen in as Chip Parker covers why "that's not my job" affects accountability on an organizational level. Let’s dive in together!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    10 min
  13. "My people won't." | Leaders Never Say | Part 1

    Episode 45

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    In this brand new podcast series, Chip Parker is diving into an important topic: things leaders should never say. Listen in as he discusses how saying "My people won't" could be an indicator of leadership skill level.

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    7 min
  14. The Principle of the Path | Summer Reads | Part 7 of 7

    Episode 44

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    Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be closing out our “Summer Reads” series. Chip Parker will be discussing The Principle of the Path by Andy Stanley. As leaders, how do we reach our goals? Direction determines our path, not intention. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    10 min
  15. Predictable Success | Summer Reads | Part 6 of 7

    Episode 43

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    Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be returning to our series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing Predictable Success by Les McKeown. As leaders, it is important to know where we are in the lifespan of our organizations, and how to manage complexity at each phase. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    11 min
  16. You Win in the Locker Room First | Summer Reads | Part 5 of 7

    Episode 42

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    Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be returning to our series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing You Win in the Locker Room First by Jon Gordon and Mike Smith. Everything we do as leaders reinforces culture, and culture is what drives behavior. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    10 min
  17. A Tale of Three Kings | Summer Reads | Part 4 of 7

    Episode 41

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    Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be continuing our series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing another book: A Tale of Three Kings by Gene Edwards. We become better leaders when we trust God's timing, and lead with character and integrity throughout every stage of our career. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    12 min
  18. Hero Maker + The Trellis and the Vine | Summer Reads | Part 3 of 7

    Episode 40

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    Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be continuing our series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing two more books: Hero Maker by Dave Ferguson and Warren Bird, and The Trellis and the Vine by Colin Marshall and Tony Payne. We become better leaders when we stop being heros, start creating heros, and give our teams a solid framework on which to grow. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    10 min
  19. The Five Dysfunctions of a Team + The Ideal Team Player | Summer Reads | Part 2 of 7

    Episode 39

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    Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be returning to our series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing two books: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Ideal Team Player, both by Patrick Lencioni. As leaders, it is a top priority for us to create teams that are humble, hungry, and people-smart. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    11 min
  20. The Motive + Start With Why | Summer Reads | Part 1 of 7

    Episode 38

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    Welcome back to the Impact Leadership Podcast. In today's episode, we'll be kicking off our new series, “Summer Reads.” Chip Parker will be discussing two books: The Motive by Patrick Lencioni, as well as Start With Why by Simon Sinek. It's important to frequently evaluate why we lead, not just for clarity, but also for conviction. Let’s dive in!

    Thanks for listening to the Impact Leadership podcast! We are so glad that you're here. If you're looking to connect with Chip Parker, send him a message at chip@theorchardcc.org. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. We'll catch you in the next episode!

    10 min