Melanie Wellman's guest appearances

Melanie Wellman

Leading Saints Podcast

Moms who Know

The Gym Growth Geek

Kyle Anderson

Whitney Johnson

Brett McKay

Allie Casazza

Kirra Sherman

Jacob Hess

Jonathan Bailor

Emily Belle Freeman

Todd Olson

Mamie Kanfer Stewart

Kelly Thompson

Laura Gassner Otting

Mark McConville

Jethro Jones

Benjamin Hardy

OwlTail

LEAD

Melanie Wellman Stroud hosts the popular podcast Come Follow Me for Us. She served in both the Kobe and Tokyo South missions and graduated with a degree in Special Education from Brigham Young University. She has served in numerous church callings including Relief Society president, Young Women president, stake Young Women president, Gospel Doctrine teacher, and her favorite: nursery leader. Melanie currently resides in Surprise, Arizona.Highlights4:45 Melanie explains why her podcast is different from the other Come Follow Me podcasts. Her podcast is more about practical application, for the everyday person trying to apply the scriptures to their lives.6:15 Advice and tips for studying Come Follow Me. 8:15 Melanie relates her experience getting called as the Relief Society President.10:50 Melanie’s first principle of leadership: The importance of delegation. It’s not always easy to ask others for help but it’s very important not to get burned out.13:50 Second principle of leadership: Ditch the fluff. Focus on needs first. Forget the tablecloths or decorations. 15:30 Third principle of leadership: Use the materials that you are given. Stick to the manual. Look closely at the questions asked. People spend way too much time on things that aren’t going to get you to heaven. 18:30 Tips on teaching a General Conference talk in Relief Society.21:15 The fourth principle: Use the Book of Mormon as much as you can. When the Church began all they had was the Book of Mormon. They didn’t have any fancy manuals. Don’t let Come Follow Me take the place of the Book of Mormon in your studies.27:45 Melanie gives her advice on how to connect with the youth. Bond through having fun together and through spiritual discussions.LinksCome Follow Me for UsRead the TRANSCRIPT of this podcast

Melanie Wellman Stroud hosts the popular podcast Come Follow Me for Us. She served in both the Kobe and Tokyo South missions and graduated with a degree in Special Education from Brigham Young University. She has served in numerous church callings including Relief Society president, Young Women president, stake Young Women president, Gospel Doctrine teacher, and her favorite: nursery leader. Melanie currently resides in Surprise, Arizona. Highlights 4:45 Melanie explains why her podcast is different from the other Come Follow Me podcasts. Her podcast is more about practical application, for the everyday person trying to apply the scriptures to their lives. 6:15 Advice and tips for studying Come Follow Me. 8:15 Melanie relates her experience getting called as the Relief Society President. 10:50 Melanie’s first principle of leadership: The importance of delegation. It’s not always easy to ask others for help but it’s very important not to get burned out. 13:50 Second principle of leadership: Ditch the fluff. Focus on needs first. Forget the tablecloths or decorations. 15:30 Third principle of leadership: Use the materials that you are given. Stick to the manual. Look closely at the questions asked. People spend way too much time on things that aren’t going to get you to heaven. 18:30 Tips on teaching a General Conference talk in Relief Society. 21:15 The fourth principle: Use the Book of Mormon as much as you can. When the Church began all they had was the Book of Mormon. They didn’t have any fancy manuals. Don’t let Come Follow Me take the place of the Book of Mormon in your studies. 27:45 Melanie gives her advice on how to connect with the youth. Bond through having fun together and through spiritual discussions. Links Come Follow Me for Us Read the TRANSCRIPT of this podcast

How I Lead as Relief Society President | An Interview with Melanie Wellman Stroud

Melanie Wellman Stroud

Steven Interviews Melanie Wellman Stroud, host of the Come Follow Me for Us Podcast. Melanie shares her story about how leaning into vulnerability and pursuing her passion have allowed her to serve tens of thousands of people each week.

56. Interview with Melanie Wellman Stroud

Melanie Wellman has been through a few hard things. She lost her dad to cancer at a young age, she suffered with postpartum depression, and she was divorced after being married for 23 years. But the struggles have made her stronger and have helped her identify her purpose, who she really is, and helped her to help other people. We can own the hard stuff, let go of the false idea of perfection and grow into who we are meant to be.For show notes, visit: www.momswhoknowpodcast.comTo discuss this week's question, visit: www.instagram.com/momswhoknowpodcast or www.facebook.com/momswhoknowpodcastgroupLearn more about Melanie's work here: www.comefollowmeforus.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Melanie Wellman has been through a few hard things. She lost her dad to cancer at a young age, she suffered with postpartum depression, and she was divorced after being married for 23 years. But the struggles have made her stronger and have helped her identify her purpose, who she really is, and helped her to help other people. We can own the hard stuff, let go of the false idea of perfection and grow into who we are meant to be.For show notes, visit:<a href="https://app.pippa.io/www.momswhoknowpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> www.momswhoknowpodcast.com</a>To discuss this week's question, visit: <a href="https://app.pippa.io/www.instagram.com/momswhoknowpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/momswhoknowpodcast</a> or <a href=" https://www.facebook.com/groups/1760322290688801/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/momswhoknowpodcastgroup</a>Learn more about Melanie's work here: <a href="http://comefollowmeforus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.comefollowmeforus.com</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

How the Hard Things Make you Stronger with Melanie Wellman