Clout
Discover and Unleash Your God-Given Influence
- Work, Money & Leadership
- Publisher: Nelson Books (Thomas Nelson)
- Published: 2014
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Publisher's Description
You have clout. Have you discovered it yet? It is easy to believe that power, influence, and leadership are gifts given to a special few. But the Bible says otherwise. We all long for significance, even as we fear we will never be good enough. We listen for God, but hear only voices of doubt and practicality. Listen again. There is a call that only you can answer. Clout is power and influence. It is an undeniable trait that opens doors and moves mountains. You have it, and you can use it to change the world around you. With Scripture and stories from her own life, Jenni Catron maps out the pitfalls and clear paths on the way toward discovering and unleashing your very own clout. This is not a quest of power for power’s sake. Influence is not a guarantee of fame or fortune. It is an opportunity to use your gifts to do the extraordinary. This is a journey toward dismantling what stands in the way of your influence and leadership, discovering your God-given clout, and using it to answer God’s calling on your life. Learn about Jesus and others who sought to lead like him. Stop dreaming and start planning. Define your direction, set your goals, and confront the challenges that stand between you and the person God made you to be. Step into your sphere of influence with the humble confidence of Christ. Don’t hide. We need you. Discover your clout here.
Endorsements (16)
“I never thought of myself as a leader until one day my small ministry wasn’t so small any longer. Since the people I lead deserve to be led well, I knew I had to get intentional about reading great books to equip me. Clout is a wonderful resource for learning to lead from a place of security and surrender. Jenni helped me understand the necessary balance between these two principles so I can walk confidently in the clout entrusted to me and honor God in the process.”
“You were made to matter. Jenni Catron embodies, lives, and breathes this great truth. Clout is a deeply honest, personal, thoughtful, activist call that will provoke growth where you most need it, and impact where you most hunger for it.”
“God has given Jenni Catron a voice, a heart, and a message for this moment. As our understanding of leadership begins to shift in our culture and in the church, this is a timely call to every man, woman, and child to step into their calling and shine.”
“Jenni’s leadership has been invaluable to me and our church. If you’ve ever bought into the lie that you don’t have what it takes and it’s kept you from fully living out your purpose, then you need to read this book. Jenni will not only help you identify identify what’s been holding you back, she’ll lead you on a life-changing journey to discover and live out your God-given influence.”
“Jenni Catron has the uncanny ability to get to the heart of the matter when it comes to leadership. How will you invest your influence? This book brings you to a great understanding of what having clout means and how you can leverage it in your everyday leadership. If you are a leader who wants to lead with their God-given best, you can’t miss Clout.”
“Jenni Catron transforms the secular concept of Clout into a Christ-anchored advantage for Christians. Challenging and practical, this work explores the subtle sins that limit God’s ability to use us and then provides the biblical truth that frees us to influence the world in His strength and power. Catron has written a timely and essential study for any Christian called to lead in a time such as this.”
“What can I say—Jenni’s got a gift! I am so excited she wrote this book. Her stories are honest and real and her perspective is fresh and sound. Inside this book is the power to transform teams in churches, non-profits and businesses alike. Jenni’s approach to leadership and influence is spot on for a new generation of leaders emerging today.”
“Clout is the book that every developing leader not only needs to read, but WANTS to read. Jenni Catron gives clear direction on how to leverage your influence, no matter the size, for the good of others and the glory of God.”
“Finally, a book that redeems the word clout and emboldens every Christian to influence others with lasting impact.”
“Jenni Catron writes with distinctive style, refreshing candor and is a great storyteller! In her new book, Clout, Jenni delivers ‘Clout Killers’ we all face and ‘Clout Cultivators’ that will add significant value to your leadership. This book gives strong practical wisdom with a positive perspective on how to overcome and rise up to your leadership potential!”
“I’m so honored to recommend this book to anyone who is facing the gap between their purpose and their present circumstance. Jenni has the rare gift of combining solid, biblical, business-savvy advice while being extremely transparent and warm. She has the integrity and intelligence to back it up, and the heart to pass it along to even those who can’t imagine they’ll reach their potential. On a personal level, I’ve had the honor of working alongside her and seeing the way she lives out every bit of what she teaches; she’s steady, loyal, strong, and just flat-out likable. She’s poured herself into words that will change the way you understand and respond to the Lord’s calling, and I hope you’ll soak them up and pass them along. She’s a treasure to me and I know she will be to you as well.”
“#FistBump to Jenni Catron for using her Clout to help the rest of us find ours. Her field guide to discovering your point of maximum impact in the world offers relatable stories and reliable insight. . . . and, true to its name, Clout pulls no punches in motivating readers to get up and tap into their God-given influence.” —@SCOTTWILLIAMS, CHURCH GROWTH/LEADERSHIP CONSULTANT AND STRATEGIST AT NXT LEVEL SOLUTIONS; AUTHOR OF CHURCH DIVERSITY AND GO BIG “In Clout, Jenni Catron deftly captures how we can confidently live out God’s design and purpose for our lives. Sprinkled with personal stories and supported with biblical insight, Jenni’s writing will encourage your heart. I highly recommend Clout for anyone looking to maximize their Kingdom impact and live a joy-filled life.”
Dr. Charles Stone
“I tried to think of a category of person this book wouldn’t help—I came up empty. Whether a seasoned leader, a college student, a CEO, or a stay-at-home mom—Clout has practical handles for anyone who wants to leverage their influence.”
“Whether we admit it or not, we all have clout. There are people in our lives who we influence. How we choose to steward that influence, though, will change the trajectory of our lives and the people around us. Through stories and practical next steps, Jenni does a masterful job of challenging us to consider how we will discover and unleash our God-given clout.”
“Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent or the CEO of a major corporation, you have God-given influence. Clout will help you identify, explore, and live in that influence in the way that God intended. Jenni writes with such enthusiasm for your personal growth that you can’t help but be encouraged. This is a must-read for anyone with a desire to live fully the calling God has placed on their life.”
“Jenni Catron’s Clout is a must-read for any Christ follower who’s ever struggled to find their purpose and passion, or doubted they had anything of value to offer to God’s work in the world. With a style that’s accessible, straightforward, practical, and most of all, wise, Jenni shows Christ followers how to navigate the often confusing terrain of their own hearts to uncover and unleash their God-given influence in a way that’s life-giving—both for them, and world around them.”
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