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Episode 034: In this episode we are unpacking lessons that creatives and leaders can learn from the crazy election cycle America just witnessed. Read "Everyone Hates. Hate Wisely." Click Here. Read "People > Politics" Click Here. Enjoy this episode? Share it! We would love you forever. Stay Connected: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com Trailblazer on Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers

Episode 033: In this episode we look at our decision making process and address the decisions we have long neglected. Stay Connected: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com Follow Trailblazer on Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers

Episode 032:   In this Episode Benji unpacks why who you are should impact how you are at all times. Stay Connected: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com Follow Trailblazer on Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers

031: Follow us on Instagram today! @We_Are_Trailblazers RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Blaze-trails.com Want a Trailblazer T-shirt? $15 --> Email: benji@blaze-trails.com In this episode we flip the scripts as Benji is interviewed by Taylor Gentry on BPN Radio. Topics covered include stepping into Gods plan for you, as well as practical tips for living on purpose. Stay Connected with Taylor Gentry: Instagram: @taygentry BPN Radio: tunein.com/radio/BPN-Radio-s235287 Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers

Episode 030: In this episode Benji explains why in this world of everyone wanting first place, the true champion is one who serves. blaze-trails.com   NOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:   11 The greatest among you will be your servant. 12 For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted. (Matthew 23:11-12) The stance of servanthood is sitting at Jesus feet. Why? Because you cannot hang out with Jesus and not become radically in love with people. When you have a heart for people you will serve them. Champions are: - Well Talkers You will find moments to serve others when you are available at all times. You can't be effective if you are unaware.  Coffee shops and break rooms are modern day wells. Serve in conversation by talking about them and not yourself.  - Wall Breakers Grab your hammer and knock out the dividing walls by loving all through being a servant of all.  - Feet Washers  so he got up from the meal, took off his

029: Blaze-trails.com RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers In this episode Benji gives you practical resources that will help you take your next right step in your leadership or art. Books:  Axiom by Bill Hybels Love Does by Bob Goff Creativity Inc. by Ed Catmull The New Rules to Love, Sex, and Dating by Andy Stanley The Bible Podcasts: The Tony Robbins Podcast The Accidental Creative The Jesus Culture Leadership Podcast Mosaic Revisionist History Serial Relevant Grace City Church Podcast Music: Gtrain - Thirdstory Kids - One Republic May I Have this Dance - Francis & the Lights Stockholm - Judah & the Lion What a Beautiful Name - Hillsong Final Word - Wells Altar - SEU Worship Apps: Over iCal Audible Wunderlist Instagram: @expofilm @liveagreatstory @bobgoff @garyvee @thegivingkeys @youngandfree Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com

028: Blaze-trails.com RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers   In this episode Benji addresses different types of relationships by providing us with the "over, under, beside" principal. "If you want your life to thrive think over, under, beside." Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com

027: Blaze-trails.com RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers In this episode Benji sits down to with Jaylon Ashaun to talk all about creating art that matters. Take a peak behind the music in this conversation. Resources Mentioned: One Republic - Dreaming Out Loud Lecrae Kanye West - College Dropout  Lianne La Havas Jon Bellion - The Human Condition Book Recommendation: The designers guide for non-designers Stay Connected with Jaylon: Instagram: Jaylon Ashaun Apple Music / Spotify / Pandora: Jaylon Ashaun Website: www.jaylonashaun.com Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com

026: Blaze-trails.com RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers In this Episode Benji talks all about the show this far. Benji is giving away his top 5 takeaways from the show thus far. 5 Lessons from the First 25 Episodes: 1. Stay Humble. Stay Hungry. 2. Identify Chocolate Water Balloons - Don't listen to the haters! 3. Play the Movie / Do What You'll be Glad You Did! 4. Part 1: Be Faithful to Your 15 minutes with Someone.     Part 2: What are You Going to do to Out Lead Them?  5. Hustle.    Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com

Blaze-trails.com RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers In this episode Benji interviews Dustin Smith. We are talking all about how relationship building is the key in leadership. Resources Mentioned: Live. Love. Lead. by Brian Houston Sandcastle Kings by Rich Wilkerson Jr. Creativity Inc. by Ed Catmull    Stay Connected with Dustin: Instagram: Dustin Smith Website: itsnotover.com   Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com

024: Blaze-trails.com RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers     In this episode Benji unpacks how to be a voice of hope in the midst of hopelessness. We are talking all about how to be a church in the wild. Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com

023: Blaze-trails.com RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers In this episode Benji sits down with New-York Times Best Selling Author, Mark Batterson, to discuss some best practices in leadership & creativity.   Find out more about Marks new book, "Chase the Lion", click here.  Stay Connected with Mark Batterson: Twitter: @markbatterson Instagram: @markbatterson Website: http://www.markbatterson.com Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com

022:  In this episode Benji talks about how living on mission comes down to passionate patience and alert expectancy. RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Blaze-trails.com QUOTES:  My calling is based on the people around me, calling the gold out of them and owning the zone God has currently placed me in. There is no way for me to get where I am supposed to go if I don't do the now. The increase is in the release. Surrender to God and watch Him release the next thing. Content in every moment, but not satisfied with sitting still. Passionate patience is hopeful for the future but rooted in todays moments. Connect With JBM: Website: http://www.josephbarlow.com Youtube: JBM Daily Stay Connected: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers

021: Follow us on Instagram today: @We_Are_Trailblazers RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Blaze-trails.com In this episode we chat with Dan & Kelly Matlock, pastors of Eikon Church. We are talking all about stepping out and taking big risks! Announcements: - August 30th we are sitting down with Mark Batterson, Lead Pastor of National Community Church & New York Times Best-Selling Author. Don't miss it! - Head over to the "Trailblazer" Facebook page to watch Benjis sermon "The Fight for your Life" from Rise Retreat. Click here to watch now. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Extreme Ownership By Leif Babin and Jocko Willink Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek Stay Connected with Dan & Kelly Matlock: Facebook: Dan Matlock / Kelly Matlock Instagram: @danmatlock / @kellymatlock Website: eikonchurch.com Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers

020: Follow us on Instagram today! @We_Are_Trailblazers RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Blaze-trails.com Want a Trailblazer T-shirt? $15 --> Email: benji@blaze-trails.com In this episode we flip the scripts as Benji is interviewed by Taylor Gentry on BPN Radio. Topics covered include the fear of failure and comparison, as well as practical tips for living on purpose. Stay Connected with Taylor Gentry:   Instagram: @taygentry BPN Radio: tunein.com/radio/BPN-Radio-s235287 Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers

019: Follow us on Instagram today! @We_Are_Trailblazers RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Blaze-trails.com In this episode we sit down with Sam Farina, Sam is a life coach and great at asking questions. Tons of insight and practical takeaways. Resources: The 5 Disfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni From Spiritual Slavery to Spiritual Sonship Quotes:  " A lot of times we call groups teams, but many times groups are not teams even though they wish they were." Questions to ask Yourself: What have I missed? What didn't I see? Where could I have thought bigger? How does this move forward the mission my organization wants to accomplish? Was I really listening in that conversation? Stay Connected with Sam Farina: sfarina@samfarina.com samfarina.com Stay Connected with Benji Block: Instagram: @benjiblock Website: www.blaze-trails.com Instagram: @We_Are_Trailblazers

018: In this episode Benji talks about thriving in your daily life. Are you living life on mission or life on accident? Follow us on Instagram today! @We_Are_Trailblazers RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Blaze-trails.com NOTES: 1.) CHARACTER IS THE FOUNDATION. Character not charisma gives you lasting impact. Be a person who strives to be the same both privately & publicly. Honesty has always been & will always be the best policy. Perfection is unattainable so live with hope that today you can continue to learn, you can continue to grow in generosity, joy, grace, & love. Say no to being fake. 2.) PUT OTHERS FIRST. Don't seek influence simply to feel good about a title or a leadership position. Instead seek to positively impact those who come into contact with you. Putting others before yourself isn't natural, its difficult, but scripture says this is the best way to live. Philippians 2:3 says:Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. 3.) TIM

017:  In this episode Benji sits down with Taka Iguchi to talk about how to overcome that overwhelming feeling many leaders face. Follow us on Instagram today! @We_Are_Trailblazers RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Blaze-trails.com RESOURCES: Chris Stapelton Hamilton (The Musical) Favorite Apps: Pocket, Audible, OverCast Reclaiming Conversations by Sherry Turkle QUOTES:  "Do what you'll be glad you did." "You can't start the next season well, until you finish your current season well." "Some people are an example. Some people are a warning." "Your job in leadership is not to tell people what to think. Your job as a leader is to help them learn how to think." "Never waste a good crisis. Crisis gives you the rare opportunity to introduce you to yourself." "The only way you grow is through resistance." "Leadership is influence. You cannot lead someone unless they trust you. Trust is build over time, not just a couple weeks." "Don't do what you do for peoples approval or acceptance. Do what you would be pr

016:  In this episode Benji talks all about the topic of kindness. Every leader needs it, few have deep rooted kindness. Follow us on Instagram today! @We_Are_Trailblazers RATE / SUBSCRIBE / SHARE Blaze-trails.com Kill em with Kindness by Selena Gomez "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law." - Galatians 5:22-23 QUOTES:  Do onto others the way you would be SHOCKED & OVER JOYED to have done to you. Kindness is not reactionary, it is proactive. Your silence could be prolonging breakthrough. "Whatever light neglects, darkness invades." Bitterness will never take you where you want to go, in fact bitterness will eventually take over all other flavors.... Your mess can become mulch for your message. Romans 2:4 "it is Gods kindness that leads us toward repentance!"  APPLICATION:  POINT #1: KINDNESS CARES FOR MORE THAN A MOMENT Who is cl

Episode 015: In this episode Benji sits down with Scott Hodge pastor at The Orchard Church in Aurora, IL. We are talking all about seasons of transition and how to change a culture. "What You Allow Will Continue" New Blog, Read it Now! Looking for New Music? Check out our Playlists of Spotify! Click HERE. Books Mentioned: Becoming Wise by Krista Tippet The Genius of Birds by Jennifer Ackerman Check out all books by Richard Rohr Music Mentioned: Kind Of Blue by Miles Davis Andrew Bird Jamie xx TV Shows: The Blacklist The Walking Dead House of Cards Quotes: One day when you stand before God the question will not be "How comfortable were you?" The question will be "What did you do with what I gave you?" "What if" that is such a great phrase! Sometimes you just need to dream! Blue sky the future and then get to work! As a leader it's not just how many followers you can gather it is about training up others to live out the values your organization really values. As leaders we are servants! It is not just about g