Leadership Evolved: Decisions, Responsibility, and Calling with John Plating | Leaders in the Arena Podcast
Leaders in the Arena · 2026-05-11 · 28 min
Episode notes
Leadership is not static - it evolves as responsibility deepens and people depend on you. Listen to this episode of Leaders in the Arena for a thoughtful conversation with John Plating , Director of the Center for Calling & Career at Covenant College and retired U.S. Air Force Colonel. Drawing on decades of leading complex organizations, educating others, and serving in high-stakes environments, Dr. Plating explores how leadership changes over time, the role of responsibility in shaping leaders, and how leaders can steward their influence with integrity and purpose. This session offers practical insight for students, professionals, and community leaders alike. Leaders in the Arena is a podcast from the Brock-Barnes Center for Leadership at Covenant College. Learn more at brockbarnes.covenant.edu .
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