by Jeff Hoglen | Mar 26, 2026 | Church Leadership
some of the smartest leaders are also the most ineffective. Not because they lack vision.Not because they can’t preach.But because they don’t know how to handle people… or themselves. That’s why this matters: EQ > IQ. Every time. You can crush strategy meetings,... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Feb 7, 2025 | Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
Real talk: I used to think running on empty was a badge of honor. You know what I mean – that crazy pride we take in being the first one in, last one out, answering emails at midnight while binge-watching Netflix just to feel like we’re “keeping up.”... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Oct 14, 2024 | Church Health, Church Planting
Church planting is a wild ride. You’re building something from the ground up—reaching people, changing lives, and following God’s call. But let’s be real: planting a church can get complicated, especially when you’re also trying to balance the demands of... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Feb 19, 2024 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Pastoral Burnout
Burnout among church planters. It’s a real thing, and it’s hitting hard. Think about it: you’ve got passionate people starting new churches, pouring their hearts and souls into it, and sometimes, it just becomes too much. What’s Going...