(UN)COMMON HUMANITY | +EVO Reconstructed (Special Ep.): Moving in + The Future
In this special episode, K sits down with our Lead Pastors CJ and Edwin (post-Easter) for an honest, from-the-heart convo about the renovation of our new home—how this one’s been completely different from every reno we’ve done before.From behind-the-scenes stories to hopes and dreams about the future of the community. It’s a window into the faith, dreams, and values driving The Evolution forward. We look back with gratitude and look ahead with vision.An episode filled with real talk, big heart, and a whole lot of hope for the future. See you in our new space soon!—(Un)Common Humanity is a culture and leadership podcast by Charmaine J. Nah + Karis Teo, the lead and youth pastors of The Evolution.— Follow us on Instagram: @uncommonhumanityWatch us on: / @theevolutionfam (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7tAaUwIssbyMHsFPhYat3w)—Support this podcast: https://www.theevolution.org/give (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWMtQWdwOFpRU3A1bWN2VXJfUkNvLXJ0NnZIQXxBQ3Jtc0tscjFGRVVXVF9vVXRJN2FlQ0t0X2ZGWGl2cDJJSEQ0WkFaSmE3cnYtSkVNa3ZPeGQtd0hzU2xzcERfUlZXWE81U0JWSlZoeGdZY0dmZlhrQmR5bUNSc1c2cnNBSkZQN255VERIZllMTDlqTTF1eUcycw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theevolution.org%2Fgive&v=tJ1Xc-V3ntI)— When indicating Type of Donation, fill in “UCH” or “UnCommon Humanity”— Or hit us up at finance@theevolution.org !
In this episode, we peek into the brilliant minds of K and Edwin K., one of the Lead Pastors of The Evolution, as they unpack the key elements of Leadership Excellence—with a playful geek-out moment over their favourite Olympic highlights.🏅⛹️♂️🏓
The conversation opens with the often-misunderstood concept of willingness to serve, not as a weakness but as a powerful life value that motivates and sustains effective leadership.
The discussion then shifts to opportunities: seizing opportunities isn’t just about titles or promotions but opening doors to personal growth. K and E introduce an interesting study highlighted in a Harvard Business Review article, discussing gender differences in responses to “low-promotability” opportunities and what that means for aspiring leaders.
In the latter half, K and E address practical questions from guests on maintaining consistency and meeting expectations through varying seasons of life. (Real talk. FRFR.) They wrap with an essential takeaway: that the ultimate aim of leadership and greatness is to love people better.
This is a really helpful one on getting practical!
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🎧 Episode Notes:
“Leadership Excellence” by Edwin K.
3 Truths about Opportunities:
Truth #1: Opportunities come from people in authority.
(The bosses, managers, interviewer, God)
Truth #2: Opportunities are earned not given.
(Prove that you are a worthy prospect)
Truth #3: Opportunities are a chance for personal growth, more than a promotion or paycheck.
(Personal growth is what ensures that the promotion is the first of many to come)
3 things that people in authority are looking for:
Willingness to Serve
Ability to meet expectations
Every (specific) job opportunity comes with a specific set of expectations we must live up to.
Excellence is meeting and surpassing the specific expectations of the job/s you've been given.
Consistent Performance
📚 Resource:
Harvard Business Review, Why Women Volunteer for Tasks That Don’t Lead to Promotions, https://hbr.org/2018/07/why-women-volunteer-for-tasks-that-dont-lead-to-promotions (https://hbr.org/2018/07/why-women-volunteer-for-tasks-that-dont-lead-to-promotions)
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(Un)Common Humanity is a culture and leadership podcast from Charmaine J. Nah + Karis Teo, the lead and youth pastors of The Evolution.
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Follow us on Instagram: @uncommonhumanity
Watch us on: https://www.youtube.com/c/theevolutionfam/ (https://www.youtube.com/c/theevolutionfam/)
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Support this podcast: https://www.theevolution.org/give (https://www.theevolution.org/give)
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Last week, strengths, success, and significance. In this second half, C + K talk the difference between giving hope and being a visionary. Spoiler alert! You don’t need a grand visions to become a great leader.
We speak candidly on this being a hard season at The Evolution, and how to keep hope alive in tough times. C shares a simple 4 Ps formula to staying positive by knowing ourselves, leaning into our passions, disciplining our thoughts and actions (prayer included!), and surrounding ourselves with people that lift us up.
On the topic of synergy, C + K field questions on alignment of values both in groups and as individuals. And K shares her takeaways from Patrick Lencioni, on the 5 dysfunctions that can break up a team. Team doesn’t just happen when people come together, real teams become teams because of a lot of intention.
This one is packed with practical insights and strategies. Let’s be better leaders and build greater teams!
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🎧 Episode Notes:
“UNTITLED” by Karis T.
Strengths: Effective leaders invest in their strengths.
Servanthood: Leaders serve others by growing people + giving hope.
Synergy: Great leaders collaborate + are laser focussed on results.
📚 Resource:
Patrick Lencioni, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team
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(Un)Common Humanity is a culture and leadership podcast from Charmaine J. Nah + Karis Teo, the lead and youth pastors of The Evolution.
—
Follow us on Instagram: @uncommonhumanity
Watch us on: https://www.youtube.com/c/theevolutionfam/ (https://www.youtube.com/c/theevolutionfam/)
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Support this podcast: https://www.theevolution.org/give (https://www.theevolution.org/give)
—> When indicating Type of Donation, fill in “UCH” or “UnCommon Humanity”
—> Or hit us up at finance@theevolution.org (mailto:uch@theevolution.org) !
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