Validation Over Character — A Leader's Slow Descent | Ep. 3 скачать в хорошем качестве

Validation Over Character — A Leader's Slow Descent | Ep. 3

Who are you really posting for — God, or the crowd? In a digital world that rewards applause more than faithfulness, leaders face a subtle but serious danger: allowing validation, metrics, and visibility to shape identity. In this episode of Dear Leader… with Steve Messam, we explore the dangers of digital ego and validation, and why chasing approval online can quietly undermine character, credibility, and spiritual health. This episode continues the Digital Leadership series and focuses on the inner life of leaders navigating influence in digital spaces. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why validation is a poor foundation for identity How digital platforms subtly reward ego and performance Why Scripture like Galatians 1:10, Proverbs 16:18, and John 3:30 speaks directly to online influence How digital ego grows when identity isn’t settled Why secure leaders don’t compete for attention How to steward influence without being shaped by applause This episode is for: Christian leaders Pastors and ministry leaders Entrepreneurs and professionals Anyone leading with influence online 📌 Leadership Reminder: Influence is a gift. Ego is a burden. 👉 CALL TO ACTION If this episode helped you: Subscribe for weekly Digital Leadership conversations Share this episode with another leader Leave a comment: What helps you stay grounded when validation tempts you? Let’s build leaders with integrity — on and offline. Until next time, your friend, Steve #DigitalLeadership #ChristianLeadership #LeadershipWisdom #DearLeader #SteveMessam #FaithAndLeadership #OnlineInfluence #LeadershipDevelopment #EgoAndIdentity #LeadingWithIntegrity