You Can Have a Thriving Church and a Healthy Culture. You Just Have to Win with People.

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“Win with People” challenges the myth of solo leadership and why great leaders prioritize people over personal accolades. It dives into practical ways you can start putting people at the center of your leadership, whether you’re leading in your business, your church, or your own family. The truth is, leadership isn’t about personal gain—it’s about the lives you’ve impacted and the people who’ve grown alongside you.

Not Just Another Leadership Book

It was really important to me that I wasn’t just putting out another leadership book but a tool—one that equips you to focus on key principles and sparks real conversations as you walk through it with your teams.

You’ll find practical wisdom and actionable steps to develop a leadership culture that prioritizes people.

How This Book Is Different:

1. It’s More of a Training Tool Than a Book

This isn’t something you read once and shelve—it’s designed to be used, discussed, and applied. It’s about engagement, reflection, and action. The goal isn’t just to retain information, but to internalize key principles and lead differently because of them.

2. It Sparks Meaningful Conversations

Many leadership books give you bullet points—this one gives you the right questions.   The key to building strong teams and healthy leadership isn’t just teaching principles—it’s having the right conversations.

  • What do I really believe about calling?
  • How do I handle the challenges of leadership?
  • How do I process my frustrations, doubts, and struggles in ministry?
  • What are the key conversations my team needs to have to stay healthy?

“Win with People” provides a framework for these conversations, equipping leaders with real-world discussions that reveal where their teams are—and where they need to go.

3. It Clarifies the Call of a Shepherd—Personally and for Teams

One of the biggest struggles leaders face is understanding what it actually means to be called by God.

This book clarifies:

  • Your calling isn’t just about a role, title, or job.
  • Your calling is more about your character than your position.
  • Your calling isn’t wasted—God is always using what you’re walking through.

This book helps leaders steward their calling, navigate seasons of uncertainty, and build teams that are clear on their mission and purpose.

4. It Increases the Effectiveness of Every Team

Whether you’re leading a church, a ministry team, or a staff, “Win with People” provides principles that strengthen leadership at every level.

This book is for:

  • Lead Pastors developing staff and team culture
  • Executive Teams & Ministry Leaders building strong leadership structures
  • Young Leaders in NextGen ministries, apprenticeships, internships, and
    residencies
  • Colleges & Seminaries equipping the next generation of pastors
  • Any leader who wants to build healthier relationships and stronger teams

5. These Principles Apply to All Relationships

At its core, “Win with People” isn’t just about church leadership—it’s about how we treat people in every part of life.

Whether you’re a pastor, a business leader, a spouse, a parent, or a friend, the principles of shepherding apply to every relationship.

If Jesus is our Great Shepherd, then learning to shepherd well isn’t just for ministry—it’s for life.

Ready to ‘Win with People?’  

Whether you’re leading a church, a staff, or a ministry team, I believe these principles will transform how you lead and help you build a culture where people thrive.

We are better together, and what helps one of us helps all of us.

Thank you for your heart for people and for your desire to lead well. My prayer is that this book will equip, encourage, and inspire you to shepherd in a way that honors God and transforms lives.

Let’s keep doing what God has called us to do: “Win with People.”

Learn more and get your copy today at leadtowin.com.

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Jeff Littlehttps://leadtowin.com/
JEFF LITTLE is the founding and lead pastor of Milestone Church, with campuses across the Dallas/Fort Worth region. He has been in ministry for over 30 years. He is the founder of Lead to Win, which exists to help pastors and leaders build healthy cultures and winning environments through gatherings, coaching, and resources. Jeff earned a Bachelor’s in Religion from Baylor University, a Master’s in Missiology from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a doctorate from Southeastern University. He and his wife, Brandy, live in Keller, Texas, have four children, and enjoy being “Papa” and “Honey” to their grandchildren.

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