#468: Trey Tucker — Why Strong Leaders Still Need Someone in Their Corner

Aug 11

Who really knows you—not your title, your responsibilities, or the version of you that shows up to lead, but you?

In this episode of the Follow 2 Lead Podcast, Tony Miltenberger welcomes back counselor, author, and speaker Trey Tucker for a conversation about what leaders need when the weight of leadership starts to feel heavy. They explore everything from silence and solitude to mentoring the next generation, building meaningful friendships, and surrounding yourself with people who challenge you to grow.

Trey explains why our brains need space from the constant stream of information we consume, why leaders may be running from the very thoughts and emotions they need to process, and how even a few minutes of intentional silence can begin to change the way we show up. As Trey puts it, choosing short-term discomfort can lead to long-term peace.

Tony and Trey also announce the Integrated Leader Mastermind, a new six-month experience designed to give a small group of Christian men a place to grow professionally, personally, and spiritually alongside other leaders who are committed to becoming more integrated versions of themselves.

If you're leading a business, nonprofit, church, school, or executive team, this conversation is a reminder that strength doesn't mean doing leadership alone. The right people in your corner can help you grow faster, lead healthier, and last longer.

In this episode, you'll discover:

Why silence may be one of the simplest tools for leaders experiencing overwhelm.
What happens when we continually choose short-term comfort over processing what's happening beneath the surface.
How to tell whether a struggling employee needs more mentoring—or simply isn't the right fit.
Why developing other leaders requires both trust and high standards.
The three qualities Trey looks for when deciding who belongs in his inner circle.
Why even strong, successful leaders need meaningful relationships with people who truly know them.
What Tony and Trey are building with the new Integrated Leader Mastermind—and who it's designed for.

Coaching Question

How are you doing with silence? Take an honest look at where God may be calling you to create more space—and what silence could look like in this season of your life.

Connect with Trey Tucker

Trey Tucker is a counselor, author, speaker, and founder of Rugged Counseling. Through his work, Trey helps people better understand mental health, relationships, faith, and what it looks like to live a healthy, integrated life.