The Art of Serving: Leading, Managing, and Helping While Maintaining Autonomy https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com In this podcast, we discuss how to maintain our autonomy while simultaneously working for a greater purpose! While serving can be rewarding, we understand that at times it can be draining. Stick around as we explore how to better serve ourselves and our communities. Sun, 02 Mar 2025 17:39:06 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Education:Self-Improvement 1440 episodic In this podcast, we discuss how to maintain our autonomy while simultaneously working for a greater purpose! While serving can be rewarding, we understand that at times it can be draining. Stick around as we explore how to better serve ourselves and our communities. Joshua Starr Joshua Starr No true https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17029202/CoverTheArtOfServing.jpg The Art of Serving: Leading, Managing, and Helping While Maintaining Autonomy https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com 144 144 Ep 25 The Reflective Leader Ep 25 The Reflective Leader https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-25-the-reflective-leader/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-25-the-reflective-leader/#comments Sun, 02 Mar 2025 17:39:06 -0400 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/48145618-73e7-3fad-87c1-271ba04532cd Leaders face immense pressure to deliver results, but it often comes at a cost to ourselves and even those we serve. In this episode, we talk about being reflective; with ourselves, with reality, and with those we serve.

]]> Leaders face immense pressure to deliver results, but it often comes at a cost to ourselves and even those we serve. In this episode, we talk about being reflective; with ourselves, with reality, and with those we serve.

]]> Joshua Starr true No 573 26 full Ep. 24 The Credible Leader; Action and Words in Harmony Ep. 24 The Credible Leader; Action and Words in Harmony https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-24-the-credible-leader-action-and-words-in-harmony/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-24-the-credible-leader-action-and-words-in-harmony/#comments Mon, 17 Feb 2025 07:54:57 -0400 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/709fa14f-67e5-3cb8-b12c-ead48bbb4236 Why is that some people don't listen to us? Is it because they don't like us, or respect us? Today we're going to talk about what it means to be a leader that is credible.

]]> Why is that some people don't listen to us? Is it because they don't like us, or respect us? Today we're going to talk about what it means to be a leader that is credible.

]]> Joshua Starr true No 586 25 full The Occupational Servant The Occupational Servant https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/the-occupational-servant/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/the-occupational-servant/#comments Sun, 02 Feb 2025 17:17:29 -0400 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/9dfe6e45-6353-3ba3-90dd-ed74bb683b7f Have you ever wanted to just throw your hands up and walk away? Sometimes leading and serving can lead to apathy, anger and resentment. In this episode we're going to talk about creating space in our everyday lives to stay mentally healthy.

]]> Have you ever wanted to just throw your hands up and walk away? Sometimes leading and serving can lead to apathy, anger and resentment. In this episode we're going to talk about creating space in our everyday lives to stay mentally healthy.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 731 24 full Ep. 22 The Art of Conversation Pt 2 Ep. 22 The Art of Conversation Pt 2 https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-22-the-art-of-conversation-pt-2/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-22-the-art-of-conversation-pt-2/#comments Sun, 26 Jan 2025 11:57:03 -0400 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/b50032a4-7ee7-3623-aa2d-e8cdc73b5f12 Great Conversations start with humility, but how do we keep the conversation going to learn and connect with others? Today we'll discuss some strategies to  become better at conversing, listening, and hopefully empathizing. 

]]> Great Conversations start with humility, but how do we keep the conversation going to learn and connect with others? Today we'll discuss some strategies to  become better at conversing, listening, and hopefully empathizing. 

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 765 23 full Ep. 21 The Art of Conversation Pt 1 Ep. 21 The Art of Conversation Pt 1 https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-21-the-art-of-conversation-pt-1/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-21-the-art-of-conversation-pt-1/#comments Sun, 19 Jan 2025 18:00:09 -0400 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/f9d5dd75-c844-3d87-9465-1f1dffc5a10b Having conversations can be difficult, but making the most of our conversations is important when it comes to serving. Join us for part 1 of the art of conversation where we look at a conversation between two of Confucius' disciples and chapter 54 of the Dao De Jing.

]]> Having conversations can be difficult, but making the most of our conversations is important when it comes to serving. Join us for part 1 of the art of conversation where we look at a conversation between two of Confucius' disciples and chapter 54 of the Dao De Jing.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 380 22 full Ep 20 The Double-Edged Sword of Serving Ep 20 The Double-Edged Sword of Serving https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-20-the-double-edged-sword-of-serving/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-20-the-double-edged-sword-of-serving/#comments Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:03:42 -0400 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/1d56c54a-5d95-344c-bc40-d108d89f1939 In this episode we discuss the double-edged position of being a servant; sometimes loved and other times hated. Join us as we read chapter 13 of the dao de jing and discuss avoiding disgrace and favor.

]]> In this episode we discuss the double-edged position of being a servant; sometimes loved and other times hated. Join us as we read chapter 13 of the dao de jing and discuss avoiding disgrace and favor.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 598 21 full Ep 19 Serving Means Being A Sparring Partner, Not A Punching Bag Ep 19 Serving Means Being A Sparring Partner, Not A Punching Bag https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-19-serving-means-being-a-sparring-partner-not-a-punching-bag/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-19-serving-means-being-a-sparring-partner-not-a-punching-bag/#comments Mon, 13 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0400 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/55d5d798-b557-379b-a301-8f00efbb01cb In this episode, we discuss how to handle conversations that feel aggressive or accusatory. How do we serve someone who's on the offensive? We'll also take a look at a few passages in Marcus Aurelius' Meditations.

]]> In this episode, we discuss how to handle conversations that feel aggressive or accusatory. How do we serve someone who's on the offensive? We'll also take a look at a few passages in Marcus Aurelius' Meditations.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 570 20 full Ep 17 How To Serve A Complainer Ep 17 How To Serve A Complainer https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-17-how-to-serve-a-complainer/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-17-how-to-serve-a-complainer/#comments Thu, 09 Nov 2023 16:04:17 -0400 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/c01d1bfe-c62e-3cfa-996f-370582495b61 In this episode, we're going to discuss how to serve people who are chronic complainers. We'll take a look at Jesus's encounter with a blind beggar named Bartimaeus and briefly discuss Marcus Aurelius' Meditations as well.

]]> In this episode, we're going to discuss how to serve people who are chronic complainers. We'll take a look at Jesus's encounter with a blind beggar named Bartimaeus and briefly discuss Marcus Aurelius' Meditations as well.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 472 19 full Ep 17, Don’t Get Triggered, Make A Choice Ep 17, Don’t Get Triggered, Make A Choice https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-17-don-t-get-triggered-make-a-choice/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-17-don-t-get-triggered-make-a-choice/#comments Mon, 23 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/ecd45c47-a7e5-3ede-b461-0f6c6334dedc In this episode, we're going to discuss how not to get triggered, outraged, and resentful when serving people who just don't seem to get it. We'll take a look at Marcus Aurelius' entry in Meditations 7.58

Looking for some one-on-one coaching or a speaker for your next event? Check out Joshua Starr's Coaching Page.

]]> In this episode, we're going to discuss how not to get triggered, outraged, and resentful when serving people who just don't seem to get it. We'll take a look at Marcus Aurelius' entry in Meditations 7.58

Looking for some one-on-one coaching or a speaker for your next event? Check out Joshua Starr's Coaching Page.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 401 18 full Ep 16. Serving Requires Concentration Ep 16. Serving Requires Concentration https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-16-serving-requires-concentration/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-16-serving-requires-concentration/#comments Mon, 02 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/ec58812e-cc83-3b4f-b63a-2d8fca26658d In this episode, we're going to take a look at Meditations 2.5 and talk about concentrating on serving others by getting rid of distractions.

]]> In this episode, we're going to take a look at Meditations 2.5 and talk about concentrating on serving others by getting rid of distractions.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 477 17 full Ep 15. Do Not Argue, But Argue Well Ep 15. Do Not Argue, But Argue Well https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-15-do-not-argue-but-argue-well/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-15-do-not-argue-but-argue-well/#comments Fri, 29 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/5b06565f-9048-337d-9fe0-d177fd29a381 In this episode, we discuss Jesus' encounter with a woman asking for help with her daughter; when Jesus turns her away she argues her case, and wins! We'll also take a look at what Marcus Aurelius says he learned from the literary critic Alexander on arguing with people.

]]> In this episode, we discuss Jesus' encounter with a woman asking for help with her daughter; when Jesus turns her away she argues her case, and wins! We'll also take a look at what Marcus Aurelius says he learned from the literary critic Alexander on arguing with people.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 379 16 full Ep. 14 Don’t Expect Perfection Ep. 14 Don’t Expect Perfection https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-14-don-t-expect-perfection/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-14-don-t-expect-perfection/#comments Wed, 27 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/b15bc93e-4d76-3dc5-b5b8-fa78b2ac6060 In this episode, we're going to take a look at letting go of our expectations for perfection. There's an old Irish proverb that says, "Shoes is shoes, and people is peoples." Come find out what that means!

]]> In this episode, we're going to take a look at letting go of our expectations for perfection. There's an old Irish proverb that says, "Shoes is shoes, and people is peoples." Come find out what that means!

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 364 15 full Ep 13 Seeing In Others What They Can’t See Themselves Ep 13 Seeing In Others What They Can’t See Themselves https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-13-seeing-in-others-what-they-can-t-see-themselves/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-13-seeing-in-others-what-they-can-t-see-themselves/#comments Mon, 25 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/4c00d46d-ec15-302e-bf98-4d4625456dfb In this episode, we're going to take a look at an interaction between Thesseus and another young tribute on the way to Crete and we'll talk about how to help others see in themselves what we see.

]]> In this episode, we're going to take a look at an interaction between Thesseus and another young tribute on the way to Crete and we'll talk about how to help others see in themselves what we see.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 442 14 full Ep 12 Materialism Is Detachment from Humanity Ep 12 Materialism Is Detachment from Humanity https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-12-attachment-to-things-mean-detachment-from-humanity/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-12-attachment-to-things-mean-detachment-from-humanity/#comments Wed, 20 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/280454fc-ad02-394a-a632-5f69cd947eee In this episode, we're going to discuss how we can better serve people by being less attached to possessions. We'll also take a brief look at Epictetus' third entry in the Enchiridion.

]]> In this episode, we're going to discuss how we can better serve people by being less attached to possessions. We'll also take a brief look at Epictetus' third entry in the Enchiridion.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 393 13 full Ep 11 Serving Your Nemesis Ep 11 Serving Your Nemesis https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-11-serving-your-nemesis/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-11-serving-your-nemesis/#comments Mon, 18 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/6ca1a717-a0e6-30cf-9951-7a55fa4cf1cb In this episode, we're talking about serving people who seem to be diametrically opposed to our purpose in life. We'll also explore Marcus Aurelius' Meditations 11.18

]]> In this episode, we're talking about serving people who seem to be diametrically opposed to our purpose in life. We'll also explore Marcus Aurelius' Meditations 11.18

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 416 12 full Don’t Let Their Thinking Stop You Don’t Let Their Thinking Stop You https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/don-t-let-their-thinking-stop-you/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/don-t-let-their-thinking-stop-you/#comments Tue, 12 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/ba8c6b6a-2cc5-38bf-8710-ebe4fe70f2c2 In this episode, we discuss how to become better helpers and not become upset by others' thinking and behavior. 

]]> In this episode, we discuss how to become better helpers and not become upset by others' thinking and behavior. 

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 263 11 full How To Read Like The Greats How To Read Like The Greats https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/how-to-read-like-the-greats/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/how-to-read-like-the-greats/#comments Mon, 11 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/c0eb818e-df29-37b0-978e-75866e5a29a5 In this episode, we discuss how to be better readers. Truman said 'Not all readers are leaders, but all leaders are readers' but how do we become more thoughtful in our reading and study? We'll take a look at Seneca's advice about reading and talk strategies.

]]> In this episode, we discuss how to be better readers. Truman said 'Not all readers are leaders, but all leaders are readers' but how do we become more thoughtful in our reading and study? We'll take a look at Seneca's advice about reading and talk strategies.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 329 10 full Ep. 8 There Is No More Time Ep. 8 There Is No More Time https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-8-there-is-no-more-time/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-8-there-is-no-more-time/#comments Sat, 09 Sep 2023 12:28:25 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/ac6da61d-84c4-381a-a33a-917ce7bd0b79 In this episode, we talk about overcoming fear to better serve ourselves and the world! Why do we deprive ourselves and others of the best we can offer because of fear?

]]> In this episode, we talk about overcoming fear to better serve ourselves and the world! Why do we deprive ourselves and others of the best we can offer because of fear?

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 290 9 full Separation IsThe Key To Avoid Burnout Separation IsThe Key To Avoid Burnout https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/separation-isthe-key-to-avoid-burnout/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/separation-isthe-key-to-avoid-burnout/#comments Fri, 08 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/bd737329-ae2b-3a36-b53f-b5fcf2da42c6 In today's episode, we talk about avoiding burnout by separating ourselves from what we do. We also take a brief look at Meditations 8.56.

]]> In today's episode, we talk about avoiding burnout by separating ourselves from what we do. We also take a brief look at Meditations 8.56.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 311 8 full Ep. 6 How To Keep Your Focus When Serving Ep. 6 How To Keep Your Focus When Serving https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/how-to-keep-your-focus-when-serving/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/how-to-keep-your-focus-when-serving/#comments Thu, 07 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/49a53816-4cf2-38ae-baf0-3e2e88ab5b41 In this episode, we take a quick look at Meditations 6.14 from Marcus Aurelius and talk about the mind of the servant.

]]> In this episode, we take a quick look at Meditations 6.14 from Marcus Aurelius and talk about the mind of the servant.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 170 7 full Ep. 5 How Facing Our Mortality Empowers Us To Serve Ep. 5 How Facing Our Mortality Empowers Us To Serve https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-5-how-facing-our-mortality-empowers-us-to-serve/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-5-how-facing-our-mortality-empowers-us-to-serve/#comments Wed, 06 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/c497b7ee-390e-3a8d-abbd-97c7ceffd37c In this episode, we talk about facing death in order to better serve and take a brief look at the story of the tyrant, Aristippus of Argos,

]]> In this episode, we talk about facing death in order to better serve and take a brief look at the story of the tyrant, Aristippus of Argos,

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 104 6 full Ep. 4 Leading Is Serving Ep. 4 Leading Is Serving https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-4-leading-is-serving/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-4-leading-is-serving/#comments Tue, 05 Sep 2023 11:58:00 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/7fa299b6-b890-3d64-8a30-1d8f4bb9a65e In today's episode, we talk about the burden of leading and we briefly look at a line from Plutarch's "To An Uneducated Leader."

]]> In today's episode, we talk about the burden of leading and we briefly look at a line from Plutarch's "To An Uneducated Leader."

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 120 5 full Serving Above Your Weight Class: How To Help Your Superiors Serving Above Your Weight Class: How To Help Your Superiors https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/serving-above-your-weight-class-how-to-help-your-superiors/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/serving-above-your-weight-class-how-to-help-your-superiors/#comments Mon, 04 Sep 2023 20:06:17 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/3d0b0ac1-56be-3b57-99f0-5ec143693244 In today's episode take a brief look at Theseus's journey to Athens and explore how to better serve those above us.

]]> In today's episode take a brief look at Theseus's journey to Athens and explore how to better serve those above us.

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 400 4 full Ep. 2 Serving is Dirty Work Ep. 2 Serving is Dirty Work https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-2-serving-is-dirty-work-1693662852/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-2-serving-is-dirty-work-1693662852/#comments Sat, 02 Sep 2023 10:54:12 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/c8cc7d5c-5828-3af7-b273-db9b0376a245 Serving can be difficult and frustrating but a worthwhile endeavor. In this episode, we talk about analyzing our own behavior and how we can better serve those around us!

]]> Serving can be difficult and frustrating but a worthwhile endeavor. In this episode, we talk about analyzing our own behavior and how we can better serve those around us!

]]> joshuastarrwny true No 287 3 full Ep. 1 The Paradox of Serving Ep. 1 The Paradox of Serving https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-1-the-paradox-of-serving/ https://joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/e/ep-1-the-paradox-of-serving/#comments Thu, 31 Aug 2023 06:50:53 -0300 joshuastarrwny.podbean.com/27b0a523-41bf-34f8-8eb4-0291bcc686eb In this episode we explore the paradox of serving; those who serve on a consistent basis are often bad at serving themselves and allowing others to serve them.

]]> In this episode we explore the paradox of serving; those who serve on a consistent basis are often bad at serving themselves and allowing others to serve them.

]]> joshuastarrwny false No 360 1 full