How to Connect with Other Christian CEOs

ken gosnell
CEO Reads
Published in
2 min readMay 9, 2023

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As a Christian CEO, it’s important to connect with others who share your values and beliefs. However, talking with other Christian CEOs can be challenging. Here are some tips for engaging in meaningful conversations with fellow Christian business leaders:

Start with common ground. When you meet a Christian CEO for the first time, it’s important to find common ground. This could be a shared interest, a common business challenge, or a similar background or experience. Building a foundation of commonality can help establish trust and facilitate a deeper conversation.

Listen actively. One of the most important things you can do when talking with a Christian CEO is to listen actively. This means giving your full attention to the other person, asking thoughtful questions, and seeking to understand their perspective. Active listening shows respect and helps to build rapport.

Share your own experiences. As a Christian CEO, you likely have a unique set of experiences and insights to share. Be open and honest about your own successes and failures, and share how your faith has impacted your leadership style and decision-making.

Seek to learn from others. Talking with other Christian CEOs is an opportunity to learn and grow as a leader. Be open to new ideas and perspectives, and seek to learn from the experiences of others.

Be vulnerable. Vulnerability is a key component of authentic relationships. Don’t be afraid to share your struggles and challenges as a leader, and be open to receiving feedback and support from others.

Keep the conversation focused on faith. As a Christian CEO, your faith is likely a central part of your life and work. When talking with other Christian business leaders, keep the conversation focused on faith and values. This can help to deepen your connection and build a sense of community.

In conclusion, talking with other Christian CEOs can be a valuable way to build relationships and grow as a leader. By starting with common ground, listening actively, sharing your own experiences, seeking to learn from others, being vulnerable, and keeping the conversation focused on faith, you can engage in meaningful conversations that honor God and strengthen your business relationships.

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ken gosnell
CEO Reads

I am the founder and chief experience officer of CEO Experience (CXP). CXP partners with CEOs and business leaders to help them hear the words Well Done.