In this episode of the Third Thursday Podcast, host Branden Bodendorfer dives deep into two powerful and contrasting leadership styles—being a bridge that connects people and a lighthouse that provides guidance and clarity. With thoughtful reflection and practical insight, Branden explores how these leadership metaphors apply to real-world team dynamics and how understanding when to use each style can elevate your influence.

Drawing from personal experiences and lessons learned, Branden shares how he evolved from relying solely on visionary leadership to recognizing the importance of relational leadership. He opens up about past leadership missteps and offers a compelling case for balancing connection with direction.

You'll also learn how the Key2Success Planner, especially the Professional Builder and Team Builder tools, can help you identify your leadership role each day—whether that's unifying your team or standing firm to guide them forward.

👉 Are you the bridge today, or the lighthouse? This episode will help you decide—and act with purpose.