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Mark Waschek: From Tension to Traction
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In this powerful episode, Mark Jewell is joined by Mark Waschek, President of Integra Partners, for a rich dialogue on what it truly means to lead with purpose. They reflect on years of shared leadership lessons, the evolution of personal identity, and the responsibility of building something that lasts beyond the leader. This is a raw, honest conversation about alignment, stewardship, and owning the call on your life—even when it gets uncomfortable.
Key Takeaways:
Bold Ownership is Required
True leadership requires taking full responsibility for the assignment God has placed on your life—even when it's inconvenient, misunderstood, or requires letting go of comfort.
Steward What You’ve Been Given
The call to leadership is a call to stewardship. The impact of your influence is directly tied to how well you steward the people, resources, and opportunities entrusted to you.
Your Identity Is Not What You Do
Mark and Mark discuss how to detach from performance-based identities and root leadership in a secure identity that’s not shaken by wins or losses.
Multiplication Over Addition
The highest calling of a leader isn’t just success—it’s multiplication. Building systems, people, and structures that thrive without you is the ultimate test of lasting leadership.
Notable Quotes:
- “When you hand it over to God, you’re no longer striving to prove. You’re showing up to serve.” – Mark Jewell
- “It’s not about you being the guy. It’s about you helping others grow and expand so the thing doesn’t die with you.” – Mark Waschek
- “If we’re not careful, leadership becomes a place to validate our identity instead of serving from it.” – Mark Jewell
Action Steps:
- Reflect on where you're leading from performance vs. identity
- Write down what you're stewarding today—and ask, are you doing it faithfully?
- Ask God, “What do you want to build through me that outlasts me?”
Listen If You Are:
- A business or ministry leader in transition
- Struggling with letting go or passing the baton
- Seeking to lead from identity, not insecurity
- Building a legacy that multiplies beyond your direct efforts
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