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Stories and best practices for faith driven founders around the world.

Hear leaders share how faith shapes decisions, teams, and growth—encouraging you to build a business that honors God and serves people.

Released on 11/25/2025
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Episode 368 What Entrepreneurs Get Wrong About Heaven | Randy Alcorn
What if everything you've believed about rewards, heaven, and happiness has been subtly—but profoundly—off? Randy Alcorn, author of Treasure Principle, Heaven, and 63 other books, sits down with Justin Forman to untangle decades of misplaced theology that has quietly shaped how entrepreneurs think about ambition, eternity, and the joy of their work.
3/31/2026. 55min
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Episode 367 - Running a Business Inside a Maximum Security Prison | Pete Ochs
What happens when a faith-driven entrepreneur moves his manufacturing business inside prison walls? Pete Ochs did exactly that — and what started as a labor solution became one of the most remarkable stories of business as mission in the modern faith-and-work movement.
3/24/2026. 47min
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Episode 366: He Built a $400M Company… Then Gave It Away | Alan Barnhart | FDE Podcast Ep. 366
Alan Barnhart built one of the most remarkable companies in America—and then gave it away. As co-founder of Barnhart Crane & Rigging, Alan and his brother grew a two-bedroom family operation into a $400M+ business with over 1,000 employees. But the more remarkable story isn't the growth. It's what they decided to do with it before it ever began.
3/17/2026. 1hr 6min
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Episode 365 - If God Owns It All, How Should You Build a Business? | Ron Blue
What does a trailer park and a million-dollar home have in common? When Ron Blue counseled both a major grocery chain CEO and a heart surgeon about money, he discovered the same answer: contentment isn't a number—it's a posture. And that posture starts with one question: Who owns it?
3/10/2026. 48min
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Episode 364 - Church Planting Secrets Every Entrepreneur Needs | Dave Ferguson
What if your pastor thinks more like an entrepreneur than you realize? Dave Ferguson—co-founder of Community Christian Church and the New Thing Network, which helped plant 30,000 churches across 69 countries—joins Justin Forman to unpack the surprising parallels between church planters and entrepreneurs, and why their collaboration might be the most powerful force for community transformation available today.
3/3/2026. 49min
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Episode 363 - How Entrepreneurs Are Solving Africa’s Unemployment Crisis | Elizabeth Ntege
Elizabeth Ntege's story demonstrates what happens when Kingdom principles meet one of the world's greatest challenges: unemployment. As Group CEO of NFT, she's tackling joblessness across 12 African countries while refusing to compromise her values, even when it costs millions.
2/24/2026. 54min
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Episode 362 - How Hobby Lobby Built an $8B Business Without Losing Its Soul | David Green
David Green never intended to build a billion-dollar empire. The son of a pastor, he just wanted to be a store manager at the local five-and-dime. But God had different plans. From making miniature frames in his garage with his two young sons to standing before the Supreme Court defending religious freedom, David's journey reveals what true stewardship looks like in business.
2/17/2026. 51min
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Episode 361 - How Dude Perfect’s Parents Raised Kids With Strong Faith
Before Dude Perfect became a household name, Larry and Diann Cotton were parents navigating backyard basketball goals, ruined roof shingles, and the question every parent asks: "What will my kids become?" In this deeply personal conversation, they share the parenting principles that helped their children build a entertainment empire without losing their souls.
2/10/2026. 1hr 1min
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Episode 360 - Why NASCAR Legend Carl Edwards Walked Away at His Peak
Join host John Coleman for an intimate conversation with NASCAR Hall of Famer Carl Edwards, recorded at the Main Street Summit in Carl's hometown of Columbia, Missouri. Carl Edwards achieved everything he dreamed of—magazine covers, championship contention, fame, wealth. Then he walked away from a multi-million dollar contract at age 36, leaving fans and the racing world stunned. This conversation reveals why.
2/3/2026. 47min
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Episode 359 - How a Prayer App Beat Netflix & Amazon to #1 | Alex Jones (Hallow)
What happens when an entrepreneur who fell away from faith encounters Jesus in silence and decides to build a prayer app with $10? Alex Jones shares Hallow's extraordinary journey from a personal spiritual awakening to becoming the #1 app in the Apple App Store—surpassing tech giants like Amazon, YouTube, and Netflix during Lent.
1/27/2026. 59min
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Episode 358 - The 5 Types of Wealth Every Entrepreneur Needs | Sahil Bloom
What if your entire definition of a wealthy life has been incomplete? Sahil Bloom, author of The Five Types of Wealth, joins Justin Forman to challenge how entrepreneurs measure success. After years of chasing financial achievement at the expense of everything else, one conversation about seeing his parents only 15 more times sparked a complete reframe of what it means to build a truly rich life.
1/20/2026. 42min
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Episode 358 - The 5 Types of Wealth Every Entrepreneur Needs | Sahil Bloom
What if your entire definition of a wealthy life has been incomplete? Sahil Bloom, author of The Five Types of Wealth, joins Justin Forman to challenge how entrepreneurs measure success. After years of chasing financial achievement at the expense of everything else, one conversation about seeing his parents only 15 more times sparked a complete reframe of what it means to build a truly rich life.
1/20/2026. 42min
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Episode 357 - Why Pro Sports Is the Greatest ROI for Gospel Impact | Steve Stenstrom
What if the greatest mission field on the planet wasn't a geographic location but a community? Steve Stenstrom, President of Pro Athletes Outreach, reveals why pro sports represents unprecedented gospel ROI—and why the next few years present a once-in-a-generation opportunity.
1/13/2026. 46min
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Episode 356 - What Entrepreneurs Actually Need From Their Church | Mark Grunden & Josh Seabaugh
Society trusts entrepreneurs twice as much as pastors. This isn't bad news—it's the church's greatest opportunity. Mark Grunden and Josh Seabaugh reveal why traditional "faith and work" approaches lose entrepreneurs, while starting with entrepreneur-focused ministry creates cascading impact throughout entire congregations.
1/6/2026. 43min
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Episode 355 - The Most Obvious Gap in the Church No One Talks About | Mark Vroegop
Mark Vroegop serves as President of The Gospel Coalition, but his journey through thirty years of pastoral ministry—including profound personal loss—gives him unique insight into why the faith and work movement struggles to connect with local churches. In this honest conversation, Mark addresses the mutual intimidation, schedule blindness, and missed opportunities keeping pastors and entrepreneurs from the partnership both desperately need.
12/16/2025. 41min
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Episode 354 - This 4-Pillar Model Is Transforming Uganda's Future | Andrew DeVaney
Andrew DeVaney didn't set out to build a four-pillar community development model. It started with a friendship—staying with a rural Ugandan educator and witnessing firsthand how education, healthcare, agriculture, and employment challenges are deeply interconnected in communities where the majority live on subsistence farming.
12/9/2025. 36min
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Episode 353 - This CEO Built a $1B Company In 5 Years Without Compromising His Faith | Bill Yeargin
For 100 years, one boat company has proven that standing firm on values—even when it costs everything—creates enduring success. Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft, shares the remarkable stories that form the foundation of this century-old business, from refusing to work Sundays during WWII to spending 20 years of profits repaying debts they didn't legally owe.
12/2/2025. 39min
Episode 352 - He Solved Africa’s $1 Trillion Food Waste Crisis Using Orange Peels and Faith | Jean-Paul Nageri
When Jean-Paul Nageri's father lost half his banana harvest to spoilage while waiting for traders who never showed up on time, most people would see a painful loss. Jean-Paul saw a divine assignment. Working from a one-bedroom house with samples sent by a German scientist he'd never met, Jean-Paul discovered how to extend produce shelf life by 10x using only natural plant oils—no refrigeration required.
11/18/2025. 57min
Episode 351 - The Day I Transferred 51% Ownership to God | Bertie Lourens
Bertie Lourens did something most entrepreneurs only talk about—he actually made God the legal majority shareholder of his waste management company. Not symbolically. Not philosophically. Legally. Through a non-profit structure, 51% of his shares now belong to an entity representing God's ownership, complete with accountability structures that could remove Bertie if he walks away from his commitment.
11/11/2025. 38min
Episode 350 - Building a $5B Counter-Trafficking Industry | Tim Tebow & Wes Lyons
Tim Tebow's journey into anti-trafficking work began with a phone call from his father, who had just purchased the freedom of four girls at an underground pastor's conference. That moment ignited a calling that has grown into a movement—one that now includes 150 entrepreneurs gathered in Boulder, Colorado, united by a single mission: disrupt human trafficking through innovative business solutions.
11/4/2025. 39min
Episode 349 - How Faith and Technology Will Shape the Future of the Church | Pat Gelsinger, Ex-Intel CEO
Pat Gelsinger sits down with Justin Forman to explore one of the most critical inflection points in church history: Will the faith community lead in the AI revolution or watch from the sidelines? Drawing parallels to the Gutenberg printing press and Martin Luther, Pat makes the case that we're at a similar watershed moment—but this time with technology that can educate every child on earth, conquer all 7,000 languages, and accelerate mission in unprecedented ways.
10/28/2025. 41min
Episode 348 - The $6K Startup That's Transforming African Mobility | Jared Fulks
What happens when an entrepreneur empties his life savings to buy six motorcycles in rural Uganda? A movement begins. Jared Fulks shares the remarkable story of PureFlow, a faith-driven business that started with 250 applications in 24 hours for a lease-to-own program and has grown to serve thousands of "Boda Boda" (motorcycle taxi) drivers across Uganda.
10/21/2025. 42min
Episode 347 - Most Christian Entrepreneurs Dread Heaven (But Should They?) | Jordan Raynor
Most Christian entrepreneurs dread the idea of heaven—endless worship services with harps and clouds sounds more like punishment than paradise. But what if our entire vision of eternity is based on cultural half-truths rather than Scripture? Jordan Raynor joins Justin Forman to unpack a revolutionary biblical understanding of the new earth that transforms how we work today.
10/14/2025. 21min
Episode 346 - From Fear to Action: Rewiring Your Entrepreneur Mind | Jon Acuff
Bestselling author Jon Acuff opens his Nashville home to share the mental frameworks that have sustained him through 11 books, multiple business transitions, and the journey from corporate frustration to entrepreneurial freedom. This isn't your typical mindset conversation—it's a practical deep dive into the specific thought patterns that either propel or sabotage entrepreneurs.
10/7/2025. 1hr 0min
Episode 345 - The 4 Human Needs Every Employee Has at Work | Stephen Phelan
Stephen Phelan has helped build one of America's most distinctive faith-driven workplace cultures at Movement Mortgage, and now he's helping other entrepreneurs do the same as Chief Spiritual Integration Officer for Faith Driven Entrepreneur. With 98% of Gen Z feeling burned out at work, the need for life-giving workplace cultures has never been more urgent.
9/30/2025. 47min
Episode 344 - Why Francis Chan Asked God NOT to Make Him Rich | Francis Chan
What happens when one of America's most influential pastors reflects on success, simplicity, and the danger of life's relentless treadmill? Francis Chan opens up about his journey from building a mega-church to seeking deeper relationship with God, sharing vulnerable insights about the tension between achievement and faithfulness that every entrepreneur faces.
9/23/2025. 57min
Episode 343 - From World Cup Anchor to Tech Founder: Serving 40M People | Benjamin Fernandes
Watch as Benjamin Fernandes shares his incredible journey from sports broadcasting in Tanzania to building Nala and Rafiki - payment infrastructure serving millions across Africa and Asia. After covering major sporting events as a teenager, facing academic failure, and experiencing a miraculous Stanford MBA acceptance, Benjamin returned home to tackle one of the world's largest underserved markets: cross-border payments for diaspora communities.
9/16/2025. 54min
Episode 342 - From Isolation to Impact: Connecting Entrepreneurs in Church | Carey Nieuwhof
What happens when churches fail to engage their most entrepreneurial members? They lose them. Carey Nieuwhof, leadership expert and former lead pastor who successfully bridged ministry and business, reveals the hidden crisis of entrepreneurial isolation and why churches hold the key to solving it.
9/9/2025. 51min
Episode 341 - Make Biographies Great Again: How Stories Shape Entrepreneurs | Jordan Raynor
What if the founder of LEGO was actually a modern-day Job who smuggled grenades to Allied forces in toy boxes while Nazi soldiers lived in his house? Jordan Raynor joins us to reveal the shocking untold stories of faith-driven innovators and explain why most biographies put us to sleep instead of inspiring action.
8/26/2025. 41min
Episode 340 - God Said "Pastor the Nation" And He Listened | President Chakwera
President Lazarus Chakwera brings a unique perspective to leadership—after 30 years as a pastor and leader of the Assemblies of God in Malawi, he answered an unmistakable call from God to "pastor the nation." Now as President, he's leading a transformation that could reshape how the world partners with Africa.
8/19/2025. 38min
Episode 339 - Why the Military & Your Barber Are More Trusted Than Institutions | Andy Crouch
What happens when all the demons are running around doing their thing? Andy Crouch calls our current cultural moment "pandemonium"—and explains why this presents both unprecedented challenges and opportunities for faith-driven entrepreneurs. In this essential conversation, discover why institutional trust has collapsed, what it means for Kingdom-minded business leaders, and how the three-generation cycle of rebuilding actually gives us hope.
8/12/2025. 44min
Episode 338 - Why Most "Faith-Driven" Businesses Fail the Authenticity Test | Dave Blanchard
In this essential conversation, Dave Blanchard unpacks insights from Praxis's annual letter, revealing why this moment of uncertainty presents unprecedented opportunities for Christians in business. From the difference between driven and called leaders to the three types of risk every entrepreneur faces, this episode provides a blueprint for building with both impact and integrity.
8/5/2025. 39min
Episode 337 - Why Society Trusts Entrepreneurs 2X More Than Pastors | Mark Grunden
What happens when a missions pastor turned entrepreneur meets a faith-driven business leader at the Korean DMZ? A powerful conversation about the future of church and business partnership emerges. Mark Grunden shares insights from new Barna research showing society trusts entrepreneurs twice as much as pastors—and explains why this is actually good news for Kingdom advancement.
7/29/2025. 45min
Episode 336 - Ex-Royalty Goes All-In on Africa’s $1 Trillion Underground Economy | Sadiq Edu
Witness one of the most powerful conversion stories ever shared on the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast as Sadiq Edu recounts his journey from being the grandson of Nigeria's Sultan to encountering Christ through dreams, divine appointments, and ultimately being baptized by the Archbishop of Canterbury. Now co-founder of Pika, Sadiq is revolutionizing Africa's informal economy by bringing data and dignity to 40 million traders.
7/22/2025. 1hr 17min
Episode 335 - How Dude Perfect Built Trust with 100M+ Fans | Coby Cotton
Discover the remarkable journey of Dude Perfect through co-founder Coby Cotton's eyes, from a backyard basketball trick shot to a global entertainment empire. Hosts Justin Forman and Dana Roefer explore how parents can recognize and nurture entrepreneurial seeds in their children, especially in the "imaginative" ones who might be breaking all the rules.
7/15/2025. 40min
Episode 334 - Tech CEO Moves Company to an Avoided Neighborhood | Chi-Ming & Juliette Chien
What happens when a successful tech company leaves San Francisco's financial district for Bayview - a neighborhood most people avoid? Chi-Ming and Juliette Chien share their journey of building Dayspring Technologies on radical gospel principles, including refusing to use marketplace leverage, capping CEO pay at 3x the lowest employee, and maintaining only 3 months cash reserves.
7/8/2025. 1hr 0min
Episode 333 - The Walmart Architect's Secret to Kingdom Currency | Raymond Harris
Raymond Harris, distinguished architect and founder of one of the largest corporate architecture firms, shares his transformative journey from questioning his calling to discovering his true purpose as a Kingdom steward. After completing 8,000 projects for Walmart and building a multi-million dollar firm, Raymond reveals how he learned that architecture was simply the "economic engine" for Kingdom impact.
6/24/2025. 53min
Episode 332 - Building God-Glorifying VR Tech to Compete with Apple & Meta | Renji Bijoy
In this powerful episode recorded at SXSW, host Justin Forman sits down with Renji Bijoy, founder and CEO of Immersed, the most-used application in the AR/VR space. Renji shares his journey from PhD student to tech entrepreneur, his mission to build faith-driven technology that brings people together rather than isolates them, and why he believes believers should be at the forefront of building the next generation of computing platforms.
6/17/2025. 54min
Episode 331 - This AI Can Replace Your Doctor (And It's Free?) | Clint Phillips
The man who holds a Guinness World Record for pushing a 4,000-pound car one mile also hangs out with Dr. Dre and gets crowned as an honorary African chief. But here's what's really wild: Clint Phillips is using all those connections and crazy determination to solve a problem that kills more Americans than car accidents and gun violence combined—our broken healthcare system. When his newborn daughter had a stroke and he couldn't get decent care, this South African entrepreneur built two companies worth nearly half a billion dollars and is now on a mission to keep a billion people healthy.
6/10/2025. 54min
Episode 330 - 60% of Students Will Work Jobs That Don't Exist Today | Dana Roefer
What if we could give our kids the one thing most of us wished we had figured out in our twenties – clarity on who God made them to be and how to use their gifts to create value in the world? The future belongs to the creative and curious – and 60% of today's students will end up working in jobs that don't even exist yet. In this episode, we welcome Dana Roefer, Vice President of Faith Driven Entrepreneur for Teens. We'll talk through how we can give our kids a massive head start in discovering who God made them to be and how they can serve the world through their unique calling. Dana explains why developing an entrepreneurial mindset rooted in faith is crucial for the next generation. Learn how AI is changing the future of work, why creativity and curiosity are becoming superpowers, and how parents can start essential conversations about identity and purpose with their teens. God hasn't placed our kids in this moment by accident. They're positioned to be the entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders who will steward the future He's preparing – and we get to be part of equipping them for that calling.
6/3/2025. 41min
Episode 329 - Nothing to Fear, Nothing to Hide: Brent Beshore's Viral Letter
Brent Beshore's viral annual letter exposed the hidden cost of success: lives disassembling behind closed doors while the facade remains intact. His "nothing to fear, nothing to hide" alternative challenges entrepreneurs to break free from isolation and find strength in authentic relationships, not just achievement. Building with cathedral-like thinking instead of exit strategies, Beshore's 15-year track record proves that faith-driven patience creates not just better businesses, but lives worth living.
5/20/2025. 53min
Episode 328- When the White House Calls: The Other Side of Comfort with Steve Preston
In this episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast, host Justin Forman interviews Steve Preston, CEO of Goodwill Industries, about his journey from Wall Street banker to nonprofit leader. Steve shares how making a deal with God to never choose money, prestige, or power over calling led him through corporate America, government service, and eventually to Goodwill.
5/13/2025. 33min
Episode 327 - The Founder Timeline Myth: Mark McClain's Path to IPO and Back
After decades in tech, Mark McClain reveals the myth of the young founder and how his unprecedented journey—venture capital, private equity, two IPOs—taught him what matters. "The tiny overlap of people who share your worldview and have relevant business experience is super valuable," McClain insists, challenging entrepreneurs to find their community before success isolates them. His SailPoint story proves that true entrepreneurship isn't about age, but finding the right coaching, community, and courage at any stage.
5/6/2025. 46min
Episode 326 - When Death Knocked Twice: Travis Penfield's Blueprint for Scaling During Crisis
Can you build a thriving business while facing back-to-back life-threatening crises? Travis Penfield did exactly that, transforming his brush with death from a brain tumor and his wife's cancer battle into clarity for scaling 49 Financial to 200+ advisors. His blueprint for bridging the trillion-dollar advisor succession gap prioritizes mentorship over metrics, revealing how personal trials became his greatest business advantage. Join us for this special joint episode of the Faith Driven Investor & Entrepreneur podcast.
4/29/2025. 43min
Episode 325 - The Silent Cost of Success (That No One Is Talking About) with Lloyd Reeb
Every entrepreneur dreams of the freedom that comes with success, yet Lloyd Reeb discovered a surprising paradox - the very prosperity he worked so hard to achieve was quietly eroding his freedom and purpose. Instead of letting money become his master, he made the counter-cultural choice to design a life where wealth serves his deeper values rather than dictating his choices. His journey reveals that true entrepreneurial freedom might look radically different than what we've been conditioned to pursue. Lloyd shares the meaningful artifacts in his office that guide his decisions and keep him grounded in his purpose - from a crystal light bulb gift that reminds him of his unique contribution to a 300-year-old French Bible that represents God's unchanging wisdom to a wooden "Amazing Grace" plaque honoring William Wilberforce's 30-year commitment to ending the slave trade.
4/22/2025. 41min
Episode 324 - From Criminal Record to CEO: Cheri Garcia's Journey of Redemption and Second Chances
In this powerful episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur podcast, host Justin Forman sits down with Cheri Garcia, founder of Cornbread Hustle, a staffing agency that has placed nearly 3,000 people with criminal records into jobs over the past decade. Cheri shares her remarkable journey from selling drugs (including becoming her father's meth dealer as a teenager) to getting sober, founding a multi-million-dollar company, and helping thousands of formerly incarcerated individuals find meaningful employment and rebuild their lives.
3/25/2025. 53min
Episode 323 - Why Entrepreneurs Hate Social Media & How AI Is Changing Everything | Nils Smith
In this episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur podcast, host Justin Forman interviews social media expert Nils Smith about why entrepreneurs often resist social media and how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing content creation and engagement strategies.
3/18/2025. 49min
Episode 322 - From CIA Counterterrorism to Insurance Industry Disruption with Jack Hooper of Take Command Health
From tracking Al-Qaeda's money in Baghdad to decoding the labyrinth of America's healthcare system, Jack Hooper has made a career of navigating complex financial networks. This former CIA counter-terrorism analyst found his mission when a surprise twin pregnancy exposed him to the bewildering opacity of health insurance costs. Now as the founder of Take Command, he's applying his intelligence expertise to help people regain control in a healthcare system where they've felt "taken advantage of, powerless, and out of control."
3/11/2025. 45min
Episode 321 - Praxis, Purpose, and Cultural Change: A Conversation with Dave Blanchard
In a candid conversation about the intersection of faith and entrepreneurship, Praxis Co-Founder & CEO Dave Blanchard reveals how a childhood baseball card trade sparked his journey toward redemptive entrepreneurship. Dave has been part of building one of the most influential faith-driven accelerator programs and shares how the entrepreneurial landscape has transformed over the past decade. This episode offers a raw look at the challenges and opportunities facing Christian entrepreneurs as they navigate purpose, profit, and cultural impact.
1/22/2025. 33min
Episode 320 - Building a Life of 100X Impact with Lloyd Reeb
As a leader at the Halftime Institute for over two decades, Lloyd Reeb has guided countless successful entrepreneurs from success to significance. After discovering how to combine profit with purpose in his own real estate business, Lloyd now mentors leaders in finding their calling and creating lasting kingdom impact. In this conversation, he shares his framework for achieving "100X impact" through focus and leverage, while revealing how entrepreneurs can overcome comfort and complexity to build a legacy that truly compounds.
1/7/2025. 39min
Episode 319 - Nona Jones: Why Rejection Makes Better Entrepreneurs
A statistically improbable success story reveals how a difficult childhood and corporate rejections became stepping stones to purpose. Former Meta global faith partnerships leader Nona Jones shares how entrepreneurs can transform rejection from pain into powerful opportunity. Through candid stories about comparison, identity, and divine redirection, she shows how faith-driven entrepreneurs can build from calling rather than ambition.
12/3/2024. 39min
Episode 318 - Reinventing the Basics: Tommy John's Tom Patterson
What happens when a medical device salesman gets fed up with his undershirt? For Tommy John founder Tom Patterson, it sparked a revolution in the men's comfort wear industry. From a $7,000 trade show investment during the 2008 financial crisis to a multimillion-dollar brand, Patterson's journey showcases how faith, persistence, and authenticity can transform a simple solution into an industry-changing success story.
11/19/2024. 44min
Episode 317 - Faith Driven Students: Starting Strong Instead of Starting Over with Lara Casey Isaacson
Here's a wild idea: What if teenagers never had to unlearn the gap between faith and entrepreneurship? That's the vision behind Faith Driven Students, as Justin Forman and Lara Casey Isaacson launch a groundbreaking initiative to equip teens with Kingdom business principles from the start. Featuring Lecrae, Coby Cotton, and a host of others, they're helping the next generation build their entrepreneurial dreams on spiritual bedrock rather than spiritual band-aids.
11/12/2024. 40min
Episode 316 - Reimagining Pastors and Entrepreneurs with Chip Ingram
In this powerful conversation, pastor and teacher Chip Ingram joins hosts Justin Forman and Dan Owolabi to explore the evolving relationship between pastors and entrepreneurs in today's church. They discuss how the traditional church model is being disrupted and reimagined, creating unprecedented opportunities for collaboration between pastoral and business leadership. The conversation provides practical insights for bridging the gap between these two worlds while highlighting the upcoming Pastors & Entrepreneurs Conference designed to catalyze these crucial partnerships.
10/29/2024. 50min
Episode 315 - SWGP + FDE: Disrupting the Economics of Sexual Brokenness with Eagle Ventures & GameSafe
In a world where darkness lurks behind every screen, can capitalism become an unlikely hero? This eye-opening episode reveals how entrepreneurs and investors are wielding the power of business to combat sexual exploitation and human trafficking. From AI-powered solutions to disruptive economic strategies, discover how faith-driven innovators are turning the tables on predators and reshaping the battlefield in the fight for human dignity. Prepare to have your perspective challenged and your hope rekindled as we explore the cutting edge of redemptive entrepreneurship.
10/22/2024. 39min
Episode 314 - Wartime Mindset: Derwin Gray on Battling Spiritual Attacks as an Entrepreneur
Former NFL player and pastor Derwin Gray discusses how entrepreneurs can combat spiritual attacks by adopting a wartime mindset, recognizing common temptations, and utilizing the armor of God.
10/15/2024. 31min
Episode 313 - Solving Joblessness | Creating Sustainable Jobs in Africa & Asia | FDE + SWGP Special
In this joint release episode Richard Cunningham and Justin Foreman discuss the problem of joblessness as part of the initiative, Solving the World's Greatest Problems. They are joined by Keren Pybus, CEO of Ethical Apparel Africa, and Ronald Ishak, CEO of Hacktiv8. They explore the impact of job creation and upskilling on individuals, families, and communities.
10/8/2024. 38min
Episode 312 - Mark Batterson: Rediscovering Everyday Miracles
Learn how to cultivate joy, take risks, and see the miraculous in the mundane with pastor and author Mark Batterson.
10/1/2024. 39min
Episode 311 - Entrepreneurs' Divine Moment with David Platt
Discover how entrepreneurs are uniquely positioned 'for such a time as this,' featuring insights from David Platt on leveraging your gifts for a pivotal time in history and reflections from Henry Kaestner and Justin Forman.
9/24/2024. 37min
Episode 310 - Eternal ROI: Richard Garnett's Challenge to Faith-Driven Entrepreneurs
In this episode of the Faith Driven Investor Podcast, join Justin Forman as he honors the life and legacy of Richard Garnett, a faith-driven entrepreneur and actor who recently passed away after a courageous decade-long battle with cancer.
9/17/2024. 23min
Episode 309 - Handling Criticism with Lecrae Moore
Join Grammy-nominated artist Lecrae Moore and Faith Driven Movement co-founders Justin Forman and Henry Kaestner as they delve into the challenging yet crucial topic of handling criticism.
9/10/2024. 22min
Episode 308 - Harness the Power of the BIG 3—Build, Invest, Give | An SWGP Special
The world has problems. Entrepreneur. Investor. Christ-follower. Solving problems is what you do. Join friends of the Faith Driven Movement as we explore entrepreneurs and the initiative Solving the World's Greatest Problems.
8/27/2024. 33min
Episode 307 - How Entrepreneuers Can Solve the World's Greatest Problems
Joey, Justin, and Henry discuss the new initiative called Solving the World's Greatest Problems.
8/20/2024. 35min
Episode 306 - Why Faith Driven is Merging with Halftime
Henry and Justin discuss a merger between Halftime and Faith Driven Movements alongside Halftime co-CEOs Jim Stollberg and Tom McGhee.
8/13/2024. 40min
Episode 305 - Surrendering to Trade Up
Justin, Henry, and Joey talk about how entrepreneurs trade up and find significance through surrender
8/6/2024. 35min
Episode 304 - Redeeming Your Time with Jordan Raynor
Jordan Raynor talks about how entrepreneurs can redeem their time.
7/30/2024. 40min
Episode 303 - 3 Entrepreneurs Speak on the Need for Community with Mickey Peters, Scott Weiss, and Dude Perfect's Coby Cotton
Dude Perfect's Coby Cotton plus entrepreneurs Mickey Peters and Scott Weiss share different experiences that show how valuable community can be for entrepreneurs.
7/23/2024. 31min
Episode 302 - Scaling an Ice Cream Empire. Overcoming Challenges. Finding God's Peace. with Blue Bell's Ricky Dickson
Ricky Dickson, the retired CEO of Blue Bell Ice Cream, joins the Faith Driven Entrepreneur podcast to discuss his experience leading and scaling a national company through growth and incredible pitfalls.
7/16/2024. 37min
Episode 301 - How Entrepreneurs Can Develop Enduring Friendships with Dr. Bryan Lorrits
Dr. Bryan Loritts joins Joey Honescko and William Norvell to discuss the importance of deep, long-lasting friendships in the context of entrepreneurship.
7/9/2024. 39min
Episode 300 - The Entrepreneur’s Greatest Need: The Riff with Henry Kaestner and Justin Forman
In this conversation Joey, Henry, and Justin reflect on all that God has done over the past five years and dive deep into the importance of community for faith-driven entrepreneurs.
6/25/2024. 41min
Episode 299 - Three Views on Layoffs with Vic Ho, Rusty Rueff, and Daniel Fong
Hear three Christian entrepreneurs give their perspectives about how to navigate the complex issue of layoffs.
6/18/2024. 34min
Episode 298 - Why This Founder Implemented a No-Firing Policy
Dylan Wilk, CEO of Human Nature, joins the Faith Driven Entrepreneur podcast to share the story behind the company’s no firing policy and to explain why he believes grace and forgiveness are the greatest HR policies.
6/11/2024. 33min
Episode 297 - A Transformation from Greed to Grace: Stories of the Movement with Human Nature's Dylan Wilk
Hear the story of radical transformation that took Dylan Wilk from Greed to Grace in this episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast: Stories of the Movement.
6/4/2024. 28min
Episode 296 - Andy Crouch, Patrick Lencioni, and Mary Miller Talk Practical Steps for Improving Company Culture
Andy Crouch, Patrick Lencioni, and Mary Miller give practical guidance for entrepreneurs looking to build a positive company culture where their employees can flourish.
5/28/2024. 34min
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Episode 295 - The Business of Making Baseball Fun with Savannah Bananas' Jared Orton
Savannah Bananas’ President Jared Orton joins the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast to talk about the value of innovation, fun, and excitement for businesses and for the world.
5/21/2024. 40min
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Episode 294 - Creating Culture Worth Celebrating: Stories of the Movement with Booster's Chris Carneal
In this episode of Stories of the Movement, we look at Booster, one of the largest school fundraising companies in the country for insight into how to build a culture of virtue, joy, and celebration and how company values can get you and your team out of difficult circumstances.
5/14/2024. 27min
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Episode 293 - The Riff: Fighting Identity and Idols Throughout the Entrepreneurial Journey
In this edition of the Riff, Joey Honescko, Henry Kaestner, and Justin Forman discuss the themes of battling idolatry and identity in entrepreneurship.
5/7/2024. 33min
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Episode 292 - Three Views on Hearing From God with Nicky Gumbel, Kim Avery, and Jeremy Lin
Nicky Gumbel, Kim Avery, and Jeremy Lin talk about how entrepreneurs can hear from God to fight against their idols.
4/30/2024. 29min
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Episode 291 - How a Venture Capitalist, Serial Entrepreneur, and Basketball Team Owner Finds His Identity in Christ with Phil Chen
Basketball team owner, trained physicist, seminary grad, and venture capitalist, Phil Chen joins the show to talk about his storied career and share how entrepreneurs can root themselves in scripture to find their true identities.
4/23/2024. 27min
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Episode 290 - Stories of the Movement: Can Sacrifice be a Road to Victory?
Hear how the biblical story of Abraham and Lot inspired Sam Rhee to step aside from the role of his dreams for the sake of a colleague and how God used that sacrifice to pave a path for victory.
4/16/2024. 26min
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Episode 289 - Kids' Sports and Other Hidden Idols with Patrick Lencioni, Henry Kaestner, and Justin Forman
Renowned author Patrick Lencioni joins Henry Kaestner for a conversation about some of the hidden idols of entrepreneurship before Henry, Justin, and Joey riff on how we all might learn to fight against the temptation to worship “safe” idols.
4/9/2024. 31min
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Episode 288 - Entrepreneurs and Pastors: More Alike or Different? with Mark Batterson, Chip Ingram, and John Mark Comer
Today’s podcast highlights the voices of three pastors–Mark Batterson, Chip Ingram, and John Mark Comer–who have seen the power of working alongside entrepreneurs for the good of their communities.
3/26/2024. 33min
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Episode 287 - What’s Stopping Entrepreneurs From Partnering with the Church? with Barna Group's David Kinnaman
David Kinnaman and Justin Forman discuss the relationship between the church and entrepreneurs, highlighting the unfortunate tension that often exists between the two groups and providing insight into how we might grow together to unlock this powerful partnership.
3/19/2024. 31min
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Episode 286 - Going Public. Staying Humble: Overcoming The Hidden Challenges of Great Success with AR/VR Innovator Renji Bijoy
Renji joins the show to talk about what it’s like to lead and innovate in a new, emerging industry. He and Henry will also share how their faith has kept them stay grounded in the highs and lows that come with worldly success.
3/12/2024. 31min
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Episode 285 - Love and (Dis)respect at Home and at Work with Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
Dr. Emerson Eggerichs and special guest host Mike Sharrow join the show to take a candid look at how entrepreneurs can overcome the challenges they face in their personal and professional relationships.
3/5/2024. 34min
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Episode 284 - Entrepreneur: Are You Caring for Your Team? with Stephen Phelan of Movement Mortgage
Stephen Phelan, the Chief Pastoral Officer of Movement Mortgage, joins the show to talk about the radical programs they have implemented to care for their employees and to share practical tips for other entrepreneurs looking to make a difference in the lives of those who work with them.
2/27/2024. 27min
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Episode 283 - Stories of the Movement: The 2008 Turnaround
In this new segment called “Stories of the Movement,” we take a narratively compelling, high-production look at what God is doing through the Faith Driven Entrepreneurs behind Movement Mortgage, a company started in the midst of a housing crisis.
2/20/2024. 27min
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Episode 282 - Have You Made Money Your Valentine? with Andy Crouch, Randy Alcorn, and Tom Hsieh
Author Andy Crouch, theologian Randy Alcorn, and entrepreneur Tom Hsieh talk about how we can develop a biblically informed relationship with money that leads to generosity and joy.
2/13/2024. 31min
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Episode 281 - How to Develop a Prayer Life (That Doesn't Stink) with Peter Greer
Hope International CEO Peter Greer shares insights from leaders around the world that will help entrepreneurs develop a strong prayer routine.
2/6/2024. 30min
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Episode 280 - Thinking Beyond the Great Commission with Jordan Raynor
In this conversation, Jordan Raynor challenges the belief that the only way our work matters for eternity is if we use it to share the gospel, arguing that our work has intrinsic value to God.
1/30/2024. 32min
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Episode 279 - Is the Church Winning? with Henry Kaestner and Justin Forman
Henry Kaestner and Justin Forman join Joey Honescko to remind Faith Driven Entrepreneurs that they’re playing for the winning team in a new segment called “the riff.”
1/23/2024. 28min
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Episode 278 - Managing Anxiety, Depression, and Mental Health for Entrepreneur with Maxwell Anderson, Steve Cuss, and Curt Thompson
Maxwell Anderson, Steve Cuss, and Dr. Curt Thompson talk about how entrepreneurs can manage their anxiety, depression, and overall mental health.
1/16/2024. 29min
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Episode 277 - Setting the Right Goals for the Right Reasons with Jon Acuff, Patrick Lencioni, and Terry Looper
Expert leaders Jon Acuff, Patrick Lencioni, and Terry Looper talk about what it looks like to set and accomplish the right kinds of goals.
1/9/2024. 35min
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Episode 276 - Working from Inside Out with Jeff Haanen
This week on the show, Rusty talks with Jeff Haanen, the founder and former executive director of the Denver Institute of Faith and Work and the author of the recently released book: “Working From the Inside Out: A Brief Guide to Inner Work That Transforms Our Outer World.”
12/12/2023. 30min
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Episode 275 - Finding Redemption in Tattoo Shops? with Sara and Rodney Carrera
Tattoo shop owners, Sara and Rodney Carrera, join Henry and William to talk about their entrepreneurial journey, their hope for the tattoo industry, and the controversy around tattoos in Christian circles.
12/5/2023. 31min
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Episode 274 - How Entrepreneurs Can Recover a Christian Vision for Family with Jeremy Pryor
Jeremy Pryor joins the show to talk about how God's word can help entrepreneurs build flourishing, powerful, and life-giving family teams.
11/28/2023. 36min
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Episode 273 - From Phone Cases to Bullet Proof Vests with Josh Richardson
Josh Richardson joins us today to talk about the ins and outs of running a company that manufactures body and vehicle armor.
11/14/2023. 25min
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Episode 272 - The In-N-Out Burger Legacy with Lynsi Snyder
In-N-Out Burger’s President, Lynsi Snyder, shares about the iconic brand’s legacy and how faith has guided her leadership style through tragedy, challenges, and triumphs.
11/7/2023. 26min
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Episode 271 - Cracking the Code with Rusty Rueff and Pastor Terry Brisbane
Rusty Rueff and Pastor Terry Brisbane join us to talk about the new book they co-authored “The Faith Code: A Future-Proof Framework for a Life of Meaning and Impact” and to help us see how pastors and entrepreneurs could work more closely together.
10/31/2023. 47min
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Episode 270 - Understanding the Times with Barna Group’s David Kinnaman
The Barna Group’s David Kinnaman joins us to talk about what it means for entrepreneurs to understand the times.
10/24/2023. 48min
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Episode 269 - Navigating Complexity in Israel and Beyond with Bader Mansour and Mordechai Wiseman
Bader Mansour, a Palestinian Israeli, and Mordechai Wiseman, a Jewish-Israeli, graciously join us for a conversation about how their faith in Jesus has informed their perspectives on leadership, identity, and the current conflict in Israel.
10/17/2023. 52min
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Episode 268 - What 50+ Years as a Family Business Can Teach Us with Ryan Walker
Ryan Walker joins us to talk about how being part of a family business has shaped his view of entrepreneurship, fatherhood, and faithfulness.
10/10/2023. 29min
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Episode 267 - Exit or Bet the Farm? With Neil Ahlsten
Neil Ahlsten joins Rusty and William for a discussion about how Christians might think differently about exits.
10/3/2023. 50min
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Episode 266 - What Happens When the Church and Entrepreneurs Come Together? with Matt Parfitt
Matt Parfitt joins the show to talk about the value of this partnership and to share how other entrepreneurs could work alongside their churches for God’s glory and for the good of their communities.
9/26/2023. 47min
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Episode 265 - Not Yours with David Platt
David Platt gives an encouraging message on how entrepreneurs can find their identity and value in God, not their businesses.
9/19/2023. 13min
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Episode 264 - Being a Steward, Not an Owner with David Platt, Alan Barnhart, Dan and Angel Rutledge, and Pete Ochs
Daivd Platt, Pete Ochs, Alan Barnhart, and Angel and Dan Rutledge dive into what it means to be stewards, not owners of their businesses.
9/5/2023. 45min
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Episode 263 - Practical Steps for Faith Driven Leadership with Tom Ferguson
Tom Ferguson provides a systematic outline for any entrepreneur to start bringing their faith to their work.
8/29/2023. 39min
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Episode 262 - Living Out Our Call to Create with Lecrae, Michael Hyatt, Paula Faris, and More
In this episode, we're diving deep into our catalog to unpack what it means to live out one’s “call to create” with leaders like Lecrae, Michael Hyatt, Curt Thompson, Makoto Fujimura, Paula Faris, and Jordan Raynor.
8/22/2023. 46min
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Episode 261 - Optimism is Good for Business with Jon Gordon
Best-selling author and Keynote Speaker Jon Gordon joins the show to share about the power of optimism in his own life and how a positive perspective can lead to positive business outcomes.
8/15/2023. 50min
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Episode 260 - CEO of Ancestry Talks Family Histories, Practical Leadership, and the Early Day of Silicon Valley with Deb Liu
Ancestry.com CEO, Deb Liu joins us to share how our contexts and our histories can shape us as leaders
8/1/2023. 41min
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Episode 259 - Practicing Innovation with Jeremy Utley
Stanford adjunct and author Jeremy Utley joins us to talk about creating a habit of innovation.
7/25/2023. 48min
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Episode 258 - How Can Christians Think About AI Innovation? with James Cham
AI investor, James Cham, joins the show to talk about how he wrestles through the ever-changing landscape of technology with wisdom, discernment, and a redemptive vision of the world.
7/18/2023. 47min
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Episode 257 - Choosing Vulnerability When You Don’t Have To with Tom Hsieh
Tom Hsieh joins the podcast to talk about why he’s chosen a life of vulnerability, what it looks like to run an airline, and taking thoughtful risk.
7/11/2023. 41min
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Episode 256 - Keeping Marriages Healthy as an Entrepreneur with Patrick Lencioni, John and Ashely Marsh, Les Parrot, and More
Compiled insights from leaders like Patrick Lencioni, Les Parrot, John and Ashely Marsh, Ben and Liz Bohannon, and Ashot Iskandarian on how entrepreneurs can keep their marriages healthy.
6/27/2023. 51min
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Episode 255 - From Doctor to Entrepreneur to Venture Capitalist: A Journey of Faith and Problem Solving
Dr. Ola Brown talks about the journey that brought her from a medical doctor to an entrepreneur to finally a venture capitalist investing in Africa’s infrastructure.
6/20/2023. 44min
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Episode 254 - Disruption, Innovation, and Servanthood with Fathom Realty’s Josh Harley
Fathom Realty CEO and Founder, Josh Harley joins us to talk about innovation, disruption, and the leadership advice he learned from the Bible.
6/13/2023. 41min
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Episode 253 - Excellence, Integrity, Faith and Culture-shaping Media with Bryan Engram
Bryan Engram chats with us about the power of narratives and the importance of excellence.
6/6/2023. 43min
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Episode 252 - Laying Down a Promotion for the Sake of Another with Sam Rhee
Sam Rhee shares why he recommended someone else for a once-in-a-lifetime promotion he had earned and how God honored his faithfulness in unexpected and exciting ways.
5/30/2023. 39min
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Episode 251 - Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dr. Tim Keller
Dr. Tim Keller was an incredible influence to many across the Faith Driven Movement. In this episode, we honor his legacy by hearing others share the impact he had on their faith and their work and highlighting a talk he gave about rooting our identity in Christ.
5/23/2023. 1hr 0min
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Episode 250 - How this Entrepreneur Helps His Employees Bring Faith to Work with Brock Bukowsky
Brock Bukowsky joins the show to talk about how leaders of large companies can practice spiritual integration at scale.
5/16/2023. 48min
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Episode 249 - Hope is an Accelerator With Junita Flowers
Junita Flowers joins the show to talk about how hope has been an accelerator for her as she’s started and scaled a baked-goods business that began in her kitchen and is now sold in grocery stores around the country.
5/9/2023. 44min
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Episode 248 - WIRED’s Founding Editor: Wisdom He Wish He Knew With Kevin Kelly
WIRED Magazine’s Kevin Kelly joins the show to talk about Artificial Intelligence, his conversion experience in Jerusalem, and the ideas that shaped his new book, Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I'd Known Earlier.
5/2/2023. 53min
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Episode 247 - Leading a Techwise Life With Amy and Andy Crouch
Andy Crouch and his daughter Amy join the show to talk about what it was like to develop healthy habits around technology as a family.
4/25/2023. 51min
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Episode 246 - Can Entrepreneurs Tackle Tech Addiction? With Chris Kaspar and Heath Wilson
Tech entrepreneurs Chris Kaspar and Heath Wilson join us today to talk about the particular challenges entrepreneurs face with technology and how they’re uniquely positioned to solve them.
4/18/2023. 47min
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Episode 245 - Mental Health Counselor Talks Healing from Sexual Brokenness With Jay Stringer
Psychotherapist and author Jay Stringer joins the show to talk about healing from narcissism and sexual brokenness. This episode is an extension of an earlier conversation we had with Jay way back in episode 77.
4/11/2023. 50min
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Episode 244 - Developing Holy Ambition With Chip Ingram
Chip Ingram joins us to talk about the tension between faith and ambition, providing practical insight for how we can faithfully pursue our callings in a way that honors God.
4/4/2023. 40min
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Episode 243 - Why an Experienced Entrepreneur and CEO Chose to Live at a Sacred Pace with Terry Looper
Terry Looper talks about his book A Sacred Pace, how entrepreneurs can create better boundaries around their time, and a 4-step process we can use to hear from God.
3/28/2023. 45min
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Episode 242 - What the Female Jerry Maguire Can Teach Us About Drive, Potential, and Identity with Molly Fletcher
Molly Fletcher joins us to talk about overcoming barriers, developing drive, and centering our identity on something bigger than our output.
3/21/2023. 48min
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Episode 241 - Business That Sets People Free with Taylor Blom
As a rapidly growing real estate photography company, Next Door Photos partners with impact-driven entrepreneurs to create businesses that serve realtors locally, while redeeming global supply chains. Co-founder and CRO Taylor Blom shares about running a business that’s built to bring freedom to people’s lives.
3/14/2023. 42min
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Episode 240 - The Motive with Patrick Lencioni
Learn to reconnect with your why and avoid the pitfalls that stifle your organization in this powerful talk from Patrick Lencioni originally recorded at the 2022 Faith Driven Entrepreneur Conference.
3/7/2023. 15min
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Episode 239 - How Entrepreneurship Has Transformed a Physician's Work with Mark Piehl
How does a pediatric physician become an entrepreneur? Dr. Mark Piehl joins the show to talk about his journey and to give us insight into the power of entrepreneurship.
2/28/2023. 42min
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IP Expert Discusses: Who Owns Ideas? With JiNan Glasgow George
Intellectual property expert, JiNan Glasgow George joins the show for a lively discussion about who owns ideas, the ethics of patent trolling, and the role entrepreneurs play in transforming ideas to assets that multiply their businesses.
2/21/2023. 50min
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Episode 237 - Entrepreneurs Are An Anxious People with Steve Cuss
Steve Cuss is one of the leading voices on anxiety and leadership in the U.S. His platform Capable Life is growing, while his book “Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs” has become a go-to resource for any leader who struggles with anxiety. He discusses how entrepreneurs can go from being managed by anxiety to managing their anxiety in health and productive ways.
2/14/2023. 48min
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Episode 236 - How to Create Good Work and Good Rest with Andy Crouch
Author Andy Crouch speaks about the role entrepreneurs play in creating good work and good rest in this talk originally recorded for the 2022 Faith Driven Entrepreneur Conference.
2/7/2023. 20min
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Episode 235 - What Can Africa Teach the World? with Joram Mwinamo
Kenyan entrepreneur Joram Mwinamo joins the show to talk about his uniquely African approach to business and to show us what the rest of the world can learn from the continent.
1/31/2023. 38min
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Episode 234 - The Secret to Staffing with David Dunkel
Dave joins the show to talk about how companies can attract and retain the right people, why community is so critical for Christian entrepreneurs, and what his favorite songs to play when he was in a cover band.
1/24/2023. 45min
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Episode 233 - Why We Need Women Who Rise with Jo Saxton and Paula Faris
Jo Saxton joins Henry and special guest host Paula Faris to talk about the competitive advantages to female leaders, creative solutions to big problems, and how male founders can play a role in empowering female leaders to create lasting impact.
1/17/2023. 54min
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Episode 232 - From Pro Athlete to Entrepreneur with Jeremy Lin and Patricia Sun
Accomplished NBA star, entrepreneur, and investor, Jeremy Lin, joins the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Asia show with his CEO and business partner, Patricia Sun, to talk about the Linsanity journey that made him a superstar, why he’s stepping into entrepreneurship, and how he and others can fight pride and stay rooted in Christ.
1/10/2023. 39min
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Episode 231 - The Heart Behind His Hustle with Justin Forsett
Alongside University of California-Berkeley teammates, former NFL running back and Baltimore Ravens Pro Bowler Justin Forsett created a sanitary wipe to help athletes on the go stay hygienic. He joins the show to share how his faith shapes his heart and pushes his hustle.
1/3/2023. 44min
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Episode 230 - Gearing Up Auto Shops with Ashot Iskandarian
In this episode, Ashot Iskandarian, founder and CEO of Shopmonkey, gets honest about the trappings of ambition, growth, and taking on risk as a Faith Driven Entrepreneur.
12/20/2022. 38min
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Episode 229 - Alpha Was Just the Beginning with Nicky Gumbel
Nicky Gumbel joins us at Faith Driven Entrepreneur to talk about uniting the church by activating believers in the workplace and making the message of the gospel accessible to all.
12/13/2022. 42min
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Episode 228 - Investing that Makes the World Rejoice with Robin John
Robin John of Eventide Investments joins the show to talk about why the ETF and Mutual Fund you’re investing in may not align with your values, and what the mafia wives have to do with Faith Driven Investing.
12/6/2022. 44min
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Episode 227 - Cultivating a Faith Stronger Than Fear with Strive Masiyiwa
In this episode, you get to hear from Strive Masiyiwa, who was recently featured in our Faith Driven Entrepreneur Conference in September 2022. In this episode, Strive Masiyiwa joins hosts Ndidi and Henry to talk about the value of cultivating a personal relationship with Christ through regular scripture reading and prayer.
11/29/2022. 42min
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Episode 226 - Funny for a Reason with Michael Jr.
Michael Jr. is a comedic thought leader. Using comedy and dynamic storytelling has landed him on stages like “The Tonight Show” on NBC, Tedx Talks, and “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” He is funny for a reason as he works to make laughter commonplace in uncommon places.
11/15/2022. 42min
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Episode 225 - I Married My Business Partner with John and Ashely Marsh
John and Ashely Marsh are partners in business and life. On this podcast, we talk about the lessons and tools they've learned from co-founding the Marsh Collective and working hand in hand as husband and wife entrepreneurs.
11/8/2022. 48min
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Episode 224 - The Hobby Lobby Decision with David Green
Behind the headlines and news stories of Hobby Lobby stands a family's unwavering commitment to their faith. David Green founded the company in 1972 and has become an inspiration for the Faith Driven Entrepreneurs by caring for his employees, never compromising, and risking everything to stand for their beliefs.
11/1/2022. 38min
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Episode 223 - Tim Tebow Shines a Spotlight on the Light of the World
Tim Tebow is a two-time national champion, Heisman Trophy winner, first-round NFL draft pick, and a former professional baseball player. The four-time New York Times best-selling author, speaker, and football analyst discusses life, work, and making sure the spotlight is always shining on Jesus.
10/25/2022. 57min
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Episode 222 - What To Do With This Wild and Precious Life with Dave Evans
Former Electronic Arts co-founder and VP Dave Evans is now a New York Times #1 Bestselling author. In the book “Designing Your Life” he co-authored with Bill Burnett, Dave tackle sovereignty and free will, the scandal of particularity, and how the word evangelism was first introduced in a business context.
10/18/2022. 50min
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Episode 221 - Jennie Allen Goes Beyond the Question of IF
Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary of the women’s organization IF:Gathering, the host of the top rated Made for This podcast (17 million downloads) as well as the New York Times bestselling author of Get Out of Your Head, which was the #1 bestselling religion title of 2020. Her latest book is Find Your People: Building Deep Community in a Lonely World. Jennie discusses some of the powerful topics she writes about and how they relate to us as entrepreneurs.
10/11/2022. 47min
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Episode 220 - The Soul of an Entrepreneur with Curt Thompson
Inspired by deep compassion for others and informed from a Christian perspective, psychiatrist and author Curt Thompson shares fresh insights and practical applications for developing more authentic relationships and fully experiencing our deepest longing: to be known.
10/4/2022. 51min
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Episode 219 - The Creator in You with Jordan Raynor
Jordan Raynor is a serial entrepreneur, best selling author, and community builder who speaks to the eternal impact of work. He has written several best selling books including his most recent book, “The Creator in You,” which is written specifically for kids.
9/20/2022. 41min
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Episode 218 - Art + Faith: A Theology of Making with Makoto Fujimura
At his core, Makoto Fujimura is a creator. His desire is to reframe how we talk about art, love, and beauty from a biblical perspective, and provide a hub that draws creative minds together from around the world. Makoto shares more about partnering with God and the coming of his New Creation.
9/13/2022. 46min
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Episode 217 - The Gift of Disillusionment with Peter Greer and Chris Horst
Just this year, Peter and Chris published the book, The Gift of Disillusionment: Enduring Hope for Leaders After Idealism Fades. Based on stories of Christians around the world, these leaders of HOPE International reframe disillusionment as an invitation to dependence on God in difficult circumstances.
9/6/2022. 49min
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Episode 216 - The Genius Behind Online Signups with Angel and Dan Rutledge
Armed with their faith and a deep conviction that coordinating events should be easier for everyone, Angel and Dan Rutledge created SignUpGenius in 2008. They join the podcast today to discuss their unique entrepreneurial journeys and encourage up-and-coming founders.
8/30/2022. 47min
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Episode 215 - Danielle Strickland Says Women and Men Are Better Together
Together with speaker and entrepreneur Liz Bohannan, this episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast is one of a three-part series focusing on female founders and business owners who are pursuing entrepreneurship in different industries. Today, our conversation is with spiritual leader, author, and justice advocate Danielle Strickland.
8/23/2022. 49min
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Episode 214 - Paula Faris is Working Hard for Working Moms
Paula Faris is an Emmy-Award winning journalist, speaker, best-selling author of “Called Out: Why I Traded Two Dream Jobs For A Life Of True Calling” and founder of CARRY Media. She shares why it’s important to amplify the lives and stories of working moms.
8/16/2022. 52min
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Episode 213 - Doing Good is Good for Business with Keren Pybus & Jeff Kahler
Keren Pybus is the Co-founder of Ethical Apparel Africa, an impact-driven company based in Ghana and Benin. She explains how she is leading a company to do more than just look good.
8/9/2022. 46min
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Episode 212 - Ammunition to Fight Hunger with Carmin Black
With a $200 loan and a pocket full of old bullet casings, Carmin Black set out to wage war on hunger through her company HALF UNITED in 2009.
8/2/2022. 45min
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Episode 211 - Soul of the Entrepreneur with Mindy Caliguire
We talk to Mindy Calibuire, the founder of Soul Care, about why the wellbeing of our souls matters, the dangers of our journey as Faith Driven Entrepreneurs, and how we can practically care for the health of our souls.
7/26/2022. 48min
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Episode 210 - Fruit At Work with Chris Evans
Chris Evans shares more about how we can successfully integrate Christian virtues with business. Co-hosting our conversation is pastor JD Greear, who is currently walking with Chris on his journey as a Faith Driven Entrepreneur.
7/12/2022. 44min
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Episode 209 - Practicing A Practical Faith with Kyle Kaigler
Pastor Kyle Kaigler joins us on the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast to discuss some practical ways we all can live out our faith on a daily basis.
6/28/2022. 47min
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Episode 208 - Death of a Lone Wolf with Mickey Peters
We often talk about the lonely road many entrepreneurs travel. But rarely do we discuss the pitfalls that come with the pressures to perform. It may sound like hyperbole, but for Mickey Peters, this combination of isolation and expectation ushered him to the doorstep of ruin.
6/21/2022. 33min
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Episode 207 - The Demand for Better Supply Chains with Justin Dillon & Wesley Lyons
Entrepreneur Justin Dillon and investor Wesley Lyons talk more about the demand for better supply chains.
6/14/2022. 42min
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Episode 206 - It Feels Good to be Known with Meagan Jones
Meagan McCoy Jones joins us on the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast to share the bigger story of McCoy’s Building Supply and what drives her to build better relationships with her employees and customers.
6/7/2022. 45min
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Episode 205 - Motorcycles and the Marketplace with Tom Lernihan, Jared Fulks, & Collin Wenrich
After traveling to Africa, Collin Wrench discovered a simple solution to help people break cycles of financial dependency with motorcylces. What began as a small beta test has quickly ramped up after Collin met his business partner Jared and connected with investor Tom Lernihan via the Faith Driven Marketplace. Together Collin, Jared and Tom share why they do what they do and how they continue to grow without outscaling their culture, purpose and impact.
5/31/2022. 36min
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Episode 204 - Eradicating Homelessness is the Bottom Line with Amy King
Amy King is the founder and CEO of Pallet, a social purpose company working to end unsheltered homelessness and give people a second chance at employment. We’re talking to Amy about her desire to do more than just eradicate homelessness. She’s on a mission to demonstrate God’s abundant love through practical and tangible ways.
5/24/2022. 46min
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Episode 203 - Hunting for the Outcast with Helen Young Hayes
A 20-year veteran of the financial industry, Helen Young Hayes has survived a bear market that gutted her funds portfolio in the early 90’s and a horrific plane crash that nearly took her life in 1989. She is now a respected voice and staunch advocate for the overlooked and undervalued workforce.
5/17/2022. 43min
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Episode 202 - Less Fear, More Falafel with Ross Carper
Feast World Kitchen enables refugees and immigrants to serve their traditional recipes to local residents, who get to learn about—and enjoy—authentic, international cuisine without leaving town. Executive Director Ross Carper is partly responsible for making this idea a reality.
5/10/2022. 38min
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Episode 201 - You Have a People Problem with Mary Miller
Janitorial services is a notoriously transitional job that experiences a 400% annual turnover on average. Yet in the midst of a challenging employment landscape, JANCOA has discovered what it takes to solve this people problem.
5/3/2022. 34min
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Episode 200 - Host A Party. Watch What Happens Next.
Director of Operations Sue Alice Sauthoff sits down with several Watch Party hosts who have gone on to spark a movement in their own neighborhoods. Listen to this inspiring conversation. Who knows how God might inspire you to host or join a local Watch Party of your own?
4/27/2022. 29min
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Episode 199 - Power to the Prayer People with Kim Avery
Kim Avery, author of The Prayer Powered Entrepreneur, believes an open line of communication with God is the singular most important discipline every successful business owner should incorporate into their daily routine. Join us on the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast to hear more about the power of prayer.
4/12/2022. 36min
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Episode 198 - Winners & Learners with Torii Hunter
What many people may not know is that equal to his achievements on the baseball diamond, Torii Hunter is just as proud of his growing portfolio of investments.
4/5/2022. 39min
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Episode 197 - Building a Baby Crib Empire with Daniel Fong
Million Dollar Baby has been designing elegant and sophisticated nursery furniture for more than 25 years. Founder Daniel Fong shares the story of how it got started and where his kids plan to take it.
3/29/2022. 53min
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Episode 196 - Having A Clear Eye View with Jaylon Smith
Star NFL Linebacker Jaylon Smith is a force on the football field. And his entrepreneurial spirit drove him to start the Minority Entrepreneurship Institute and his own eyewear company.
3/22/2022. 23min
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Episode 195 - Donald Miller Tells the Story Behind Growing a Business
Donald Miller, CEO of Storybrand, has gone from writing bestselling books to tapping into the power of story for businesses and individuals.
3/15/2022. 37min
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Episode 194 - Andrew Denysov: Entrepreneur in A War Zone
Andrew Denysov, founder and CEO of TechVision Global, joins us on the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast to share with us his story, how entrepreneurs play a key role in times of turmoil, and how we as the body of Christ can stand strong in the face of evil and uncertainty.
3/8/2022. 53min
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Episode 193 - Gary Grant: Toys Are Only Part of the Story
Gary Grant wanted to work hard and make as much money as he could. That is until God stepped in and captivated his heart. Today, Gary and his toy company, The Entertainer, are dedicated to living generously and impacting the lives of the community around them.
3/1/2022. 50min
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Episode 192 - Mark Whitacre: I’m Not the Hero
Mark Whitacre, one of the highest profile corporate whistleblowers in history and the subject of the Matt Damon movie, “The Informant,” talks about the redemptive power of God.
2/22/2022. 48min
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Episode 191 - Warwick Fairfax: Finding Your Way Back From Failure
Warwick Fairfax, Founder of Crucible Leadership, shares how he found his way back from failure after losing the $2.25B business that had been in his family for 150 years. Tune in to hear his story and how you too can find your way back by allowing your crucible moments to refine yourself and find your purpose.
2/15/2022. 48min
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Episode 190 - Brian Roland: Perks With a Purpose
Brian Roland, Founder of Abenity, wanted to create a company that changed the way corporations offer and manage the perks they offer their employees. And he wanted to do it with purpose.
2/8/2022. 39min
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Episode 189 - Patrick Colletti: Once Lost. Now Refound.
At the helm of a broken company, with no operating capital or viable product offering, Patrick Colletti set out to rebuild an organization with loads of debt and no clear product or market presence.
2/1/2022. 36min
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Episode 188 - No Prisoner To A Traditional Ministry Model
Bryan Kelley is the chief empowerment officer of the Prison Entrepreneurship Program, or PEP. But to think of this as just another prison ministry would be a grave injustice. PEP doesn’t want to simply change inmates, instead they want to transform the 150,000 men incarcerated in Texas from the inside out. Stream the latest episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast.
1/25/2022. 46min
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Episode 187 - Building a Bulletproof Business with David & Jason Benham
David and Jason Benham have lived out their faith boldly even in the face of a cancel-culture that doesn't always embrace Christ. And they’ve tried to do so with equal amounts of grace and humility.
1/18/2022. 1hr 4min
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Episode 186 - God and Mammon with Andy Crouch
God and money, we cannot serve both. Andy Crouch, best-selling author and partner at Praxis, speaks candidly on this hot-button topic for many faith driven investors. How do we balance out Jesus’ teaching and our calling as Faith Driven Investors?
1/11/2022. 22min
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Episode 185 - Living At Your Best with Carey Nieuwhof
Carey Nieuwhof knows something about burnout. He was crushed by its devastating effects while over-working as a lawyer. For the faith driven entrepreneur, success can be so much more than an all-or-nothing proposition. Tune in now for our encouraging conversation with best-selling author and pastor Carey Nieuwhof.
1/4/2022. 43min
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Episode 184 - Kingdom Trust: God, Money, & Bitcoin with Matt Jennings
According to Matt Jennings, head of Kingdom Trust, faith driven investors should be investing in cryptocurrency. Learn more from this pioneer in the financial industry and thought-leader in alternative and digital assets.
12/21/2021. 49min
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Episode 183 - Radical Generosity with David Platt
David Platt, Lead Pastor at McLean Bible Church in Washington, D.C., joins us to talk about what it means to be radically generous and how the world might look if faith driven investors and entrepreneurs stepped into this great opportunity.
12/14/2021. 45min
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Episode 182 - Grace Over Grind with Shae Bynes
Since founding Kingdom Driven Entrepreneurs in 2012, Shae Bynes has reached over a half-million aspiring and current entrepreneurs around the globe. Shae Bynes, joins us today to share her story, discuss what is happening in the faith driven entrepreneur movement, and explain what it means to walk in grace vs. grinding it out 24/7.
12/7/2021. 52min
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Episode 181 - The Bible Translation Collaboration with Mart Green
Mart Green, Founder of Mardel, shares the power of what happens when competitors become collaborators.
11/23/2021. 33min
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Episode 180 - Building More Than Homes with David Weekley
David Weekley, Founder & Chairman of David Weekley Homes shares his story of risking it all to start what has become one of the most successful home building companies in the country. David also talks about the inspiration behind the David Weekley Family Foundation and what drives him to live generously.
11/16/2021. 38min
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Episode 179 - The Ruthless Elimination Of Hurry with John Mark Comer
John Mark Comer, author of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, explains why slowing down may be the only way to stay emotionally healthy and spiritually alive in the chaos of the modern world.
11/9/2021. 51min
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Episode 178 - Investing In Eternity with Randy Alcorn
Randy Alcorn is the founder and director of Eternal Perspective Ministries and a New York Times bestselling author. He has written more than 55 books which have been translated into over 70 languages and sold more than 11 million copies. Randy joins us today to share more about the treasure principle and what it means to invest in eternity.
11/2/2021. 55min
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Episode 177 - They'll Fight Over It When You're Dead with Dave Munson
Dave’s journey started in Mexico where he found a little leather shop that could make a bag just the way he wanted. That bag turned into a dozen bags that Dave peddled from the back of his car which has now become the foundation for a multi-million dollar business. Dave shares how his call to ministry and business merged and why their leather bags are so good that if you own one, your children and your children’s children will fight over it when you’re dead...
10/26/2021. 44min
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Episode 176 - Out Of The Cave Of Depression with Chris Hodges
Chris Hodges, founding and senior pastor of Church of the Highlands, talks about his latest book Out of the Cave and shares how a difficult season of his life and a study of the life of Elijah can show us what it looks like to step into the light when depression darkens what you see. Listen in and remember that you are not alone...
10/19/2021. 43min
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Episode 175 - Dude Perfect: The World's Most Trusted Source Of Entertainment with Coby Cotton
How five best friends turned homemade trick shot videos filmed in the backyard of their college house into a multimillion dollar business with over 56 million subscribers.
10/12/2021. 39min
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Episode 174 - Giving Away 51% with Bertie Lourens
Bertie Lourens, CEO of WastePlan, shares how he made God the majority shareholder of his company...literally.
10/5/2021. 41min
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Episode 173 - Redeeming Brokenness Through Business with Michelle Buelow
Michelle Buelow, Founder & CEO of Bella Tunno, is on a mission to create fun, safe, and innovative baby products and with the sale of every product, give one meal to one child. Over the past 16 years Bella Tunno has provided over 6.4 million meals to children in need. Tune in to hear Michelle share her story, how God redeems broken situations, and the challenges of running a business and raising children.
9/28/2021. 40min
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Episode 172 - Can A.I. Make Better Investing Decisions Than You? with Tom Kehler
Tom Kehler, CEO of Crowdsmart, explains how the future of Artificial Intelligence is already here.
9/21/2021. 43min
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Episode 171 - The 6 Types of Working Genius with Pat Lencioni
Pat Lencioni, author of The 6 Types of Working Genius, shares how to be successful and fulfilled in your work, you must tap into your gifts and how his new assessment can help you identify what those gifts are.
9/14/2021. 39min
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Episode 170 - Alone in the Corner Office with Rick Lytle
Rick Lytle, President and CEO of The CEO Forum, shares the importance of a support system.
8/30/2021. 37min
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Episode 169 - Inside the ESOP Journey with Kris den Besten
Discover what it means to make your employees part-owners of the business with Kris DenBesten, President and CEO of Vermeer Southeast
8/24/2021. 34min
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Episode 168 - The Boosterthon Bounceback with Chris Carneal
COVID turned 1,000 full-time employees into 140, but Chris Carneal, CEO of Booster Enterprises, shares why the future is still bright.
8/17/2021. 37min
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Episode 167 - What it Takes to Change with Chip Ingram
Chip Ingram shares about why he’s excited about the Faith Driven Entrepreneur book and why change is actually possible.
8/10/2021. 49min
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Episode 166 - The Decisions That Define Successful Companies with Verne Harnish
Verne Harnish explains why companies who care will be the ones that change the world.
8/3/2021. 44min
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Episode 165 - Not for Sale with David Batstone
David Batstone breaks down the $31 billion human trafficking epidemic and how business can fix it.
8/3/2021. 37min
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Episode 164 - The True Moringa Resilience Story with Kwami Williams
Hear how Kwami Williams is discovering entrepreneurial solutions that tackle the challenges faced by the poor and marginalized in our world today.
7/20/2021. 40min
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Episode 163 - From the NBA Finals to Entrepreneurs Everywhere with Monty Williams
Coach of the Phoenix Suns, Monty Williams, shares his story, the highs and lows of being a professional coach and reveals just how similar coaching is to being an entrepreneur.
7/13/2021. 44min
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Episode 161 - The Immersed Story with Renji Bijoy
Renji Bijoy, Founder of Immersed and Forbes 30 Under 30 shares what the future of VR offices could look like.
6/29/2021. 37min
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Episode 160 - Imagining Business as a Christian Vocation with Eric Stumberg
Eric Stumberg describes how he’s using his business to reflect the image of God and how other Faith Driven Entrepreneurs can do the same.
6/22/2021. 36min
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Episode 159 - The Surprising Solution to Overthinking with Jon Acuff
Jon Acuff shares how to keep the sneakiest form of fear from stealing your time, creativity, and goals.
6/15/2021. 37min
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Episode 158 - The Search for God and Guinness with Stephen Mansfield
Best-selling author Stephen Mansfield shares how Christians like Arthur Guinness can change the world through creative enterprise.
6/8/2021. 44min
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Episode 157 - Looking Forward to Faith Driven Entrepreneur Live
Recapping the best from FDE2020 and setting the stage for this year’s conference.
6/1/2021. 41min
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Episode 156 - The Power of the Other with Henry Cloud
Bestselling author, Henry Cloud, shares why being a great leader is less about what you can do and more about who you’re with.
5/25/2021. 42min
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Episode 155 - The Day After I Sold My Business with Jewel Burks Solomon
Jewel Burks Solomon, Founder of PartPic and Head of Startups at Google, shares how the “finish line” isn’t always what we think.
5/18/2021. 38min
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Episode 154 - The Auntie Anne’s Story with Anne Beiler
Anne Beiler shares the tragedy and triumph behind the largest soft pretzel franchise in the world.
5/11/2021. 45min
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Episode 153 - Hearing the Voice of God with Bill Job
Bill Job shares how he heard God tell him to go to China and why he hasn’t stopped listening to that voice ever since.
5/4/2021. 34min
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Episode 152 - The Donut King with Ted Ngoy
Ted Ngoy’s Donut Empire Netted Him Over $20 Million, Then He Lost It All. This Is How He Found Faith on the Journey to Getting It Back
4/27/2021. 38min
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Episode 151 - You’re Not Just an Entrepreneur with Tony Evans
Dr. Tony Evans Reminds Entrepreneurs That God Has a Plan for Our Work and the Daily Decisions that Define Our Lives
4/20/2021. 30min
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Episode 150 - Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets with Andy Stanley
Everyone has a few regrets. Andy Stanley joined the show to help us learn how to lead ourselves and keep that list of regrets short.
4/13/2021. 50min
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Episode 149 - Building the Best Boats with Joan Maxwell
Joan Maxwell, President and Co-Founder of Regulator Marine, Talks about the Origin Story of Regulator and Why Excellence Matters.
4/6/2021. 37min
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Episode 148 - From Cave Tours to Roller Coasters with Chris Herschend
Chris Herschend shares how following God in the family business often involves looking outside of work.
3/30/2021. 45min
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Episode 147 - Faith in the Family Business with Frank Kelly III
Frank Kelly shares how sibling rivalries can actually turn into a better business.
3/23/2021. 53min
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Episode 146 - Fake News You Can Trust with Seth Dillon
Seth Dillon, CEO of The Babylon Bee, Explains Why Satire is Both Good Fun and Good Business
3/16/2021. 40min
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Episode 145 - Don’t Abandon the Playing Field with Jon Erwin
Jon Erwin, Director of Woodlawn and I Can Only Imagine, Challenges Entrepreneurs to Build, Create, and Get in the Game
3/9/2021. 57min
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Episode 144 - The Entrepreneurial Enneagram with Ian Morgan Cron
Ian Morgan Cron, Author of The Road Back to You, Explains How the Enneagram Applies to Entrepreneurs
3/2/2021. 36min
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Episode 143 - Why Community Matters with Sue Alice Sauthoff
Sue Alice Sauthoff, Community Manager for FDE, shares what the future of the Faith Driven community looks like.
2/23/2021. 32min
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Episode 142 - The Secret Recipe of Servant Leadership with Cheryl Bachelder
Cheryl Bachelder, former CEO of Popeyes, Shares Why Servant Leadership is a Recipe for Success.
2/16/2021. 42min
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Finding Our Entrepreneurial Identity with Phil Vischer
Phil Vischer, Creator of Veggietales, shares what it means for entrepreneurs to be rooted in Christ.
2/9/2021. 15min
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Episode 140 - The Why Behind Woodwalkers with David Powell and PJ Nardy
David Powell and PJ Nardy take us behind the scenes of the TV show and Southeastern Lineman Training Company to discover the faith that underlies their work.
2/2/2021. 36min
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Episode 139 - What is Marketplace? with Vip Vipperman
Looking for funding from like-minded investors? Marketplace is built for entrepreneurs just like you. Vip Vipperman is here to tell you how it works…
1/26/2021. 34min
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Episode 138 - Fundraising 101 with Jake Thomsen
Jake Thomsen shares the do’s and don’ts of fundraising based on his experience analyzing deals for Sovereign’s Capital.
1/19/2021. 48min
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Episode 137 - Redeeming the Entrepreneur-Investor Relationship with Jessica Kim
Is the fundraising process in need of redemption? Hear Jessica Kim share her story of raising capital and what she thinks both entrepreneurs and investors can do better.
1/12/2021. 25min
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Episode 136 - Around the Table: 2020 Year in Review
Before we jump into what 2021 has to offer, we wanted to look back and see how 2020—despite all its calamities—provided us with plenty to be thankful for.
1/5/2021. 37min
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Episode 135 - Forgiveness at a Funeral with Monty Williams
Monty Williams, Coach of the Phoenix Suns, shares the story behind his wife’s tragic death and his hope for the future.
12/15/2020. 44min
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Episode 134 - How Entrepreneurs Can Design a Different Future with Dave Blanchard
Dave Blanchard, Co-Founder of Praxis, describes what it takes to be a redemptive entrepreneur.
12/8/2020. 13min
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Episode 133 - The Founder and CEO Relationship with Brittany and Sheeba
Brittany Underwood and Sheeba Philip share the story of Akola and how their collaboration serves the business.
12/1/2020. 40min
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Episode 132 - The Authority and Vulnerability Paradox with Andy Crouch
Andy Crouch, Partner at Praxis, explains what happens at the intersection of strength and openness in a time of crisis.
11/17/2020. 15min
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Episode 131 - From a Place of Helping People to a $14B Valuation with Anthony Tan
Anthony Tan, CEO of Grab, shares the story that led to 9 million drivers in 352 cities.
11/10/2020. 40min
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Episode 130 - Love Works with Joel Manby
Hear Joel Manby, former CEO of SeaWorld, shares what love looks like for people in leadership roles.
11/3/2020. 41min
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Episode 129 - Building Up Black Businesses with Jewel Burks Solomon
Jewel Burks Solomon, Head of Startups at Google, shares how Collab Capital is creating generational wealth for black founders and communities.
10/27/2020. 38min
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Episode 128 - Corner to Corner with Will Acuff
Hear how Will Acuff is giving underestimated entrepreneurs a clear path to start their businesses.
10/20/2020. 36min
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Episode 127 - The Reach Records Origin Story with Lecrae and Ben Washer
Hear Lecrae and Ben Washer describe how a partnership created a label and how God works through creativity.
10/13/2020. 45min
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Episode 126 - Redefining Fine Dining in a Pandemic with Mark Canlis
Hear Mark Canlis share the origin story of his award-winning restaurant and what pivoting from fine-dining to takeout has looked like during the pandemic.
10/6/2020. 42min
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Episode 125 - Leading in a New Moral Code with Gabe Lyons
Join Gabe Lyons as he shares the entrepreneurial story of Q Ideas and walks us through some of the questions they’re wrestling with today.
9/29/2020. 44min
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Episode 124 - Unscripted with Ernie Johnson
Ernie Johnson shares his story of faith, describes his battle with cancer, and takes us behind the scenes of NBA on TNT with Shaq, Charles, and Kenny.
9/22/2020. 51min
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Episode 123 - Building with Your Spouse with Bryan and Shannon Miles
Hear how Shannon and Bryan Miles built a $100 million virtual based company while living under the same roof.
9/15/2020. 34min
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Episode 122 - Entrepreneur Will Save the World with Michael Hyatt
Join New York Times bestselling author, Michael Hyatt, as we talk leadership, planning, and why entrepreneurs are the hope for the future.
9/8/2020. 42min
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Episode 121 - Global Franchising Redemptive Culture with Peter Irvine
With 1,050 coffee shops in 48 countries, few people better understand how to create and maintain a healthy culture across franchises than Peter Irvine. Listen in today.
9/1/2020. 48min
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Episode 120 - Killing the Idea Fairy with Hamilton Powell
Hear Hamilton Powell, CEO and Founder of Crown & Caliber, talk about his entrepreneurial journey to buying and selling luxury watches and why new ideas aren’t always helpful.
8/25/2020. 36min
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Episode 119 - Workplace Relationships in a Remote World with Dr. Paul White
Join Dr. Paul White in discussing how the principles that are so useful in our marriages and relationships can also apply to how we lead our businesses—even, and perhaps especially, in a virtual office.
8/18/2020. 30min
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Episode 118 - What is a Faith Driven Entrepreneur? with J.D. Greear
Join J.D. Greear as he discusses the new Faith Driven Entrepreneur video series and why he believes entrepreneurs are crucial to the mission of the Church.
8/11/2020. 41min
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Episode 117 - The Prodigal Son of Charity Water with Scott Harrison
Hear Scott Harrison, CEO and Co-Founder of Charity:Water, share how a decade of life as a nightclub promoter eventually led to clean water for 11 million people.
8/4/2020. 51min
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Episode 116 - Investing in Overlooked Entrepreneurs with Alfa Demmellash
Alfa Demmellash took us on a journey to Ethiopia, Harvard, and Rwanda to explain the work she’s doing for underserved urban entrepreneurs.
7/28/2020. 37min
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Episode 115 - Pivots in a Massive Sea of Change with Pete Ochs and David Simnick
Hear how Pete Ochs and David Simnick have made quick decisions and savvy pivots in the face of a global pandemic.
7/21/2020. 43min
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Episode 114 - Making Collectibles Profitable with Jim Beckett
If you grew up collecting baseball cards, you’re going to love today’s show. Join us as we sit down with Jim Beckett, creator of Beckett magazine, the gold standard for valuing trading cards.
7/14/2020. 39min
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Episode 113 - The Coming Revolution in Church Economics? with Mark Deymaz
Mark DeYmaz shared how churches can respond to the steady decrease in tithes and donations by working together with business leaders. We don’t know what the future of church economics will look like, but we do know that this is a great topic to wrestle with...
7/7/2020. 49min
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Episode 112 - The COVID Relief Contract with Eric and Evan Edwards
Today’s episode features two entrepreneurs who have created a product that has saved more than 5,000 lives. Now, Eric and Evan Edwards are helping America—and the rest of the world—respond to the COVID-19 crisis.
6/30/2020. 49min
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Episode 111 - Engaging the Pain Points of Entrepreneurship with Jessica Kim
Jessica Kim joined us to talk about her work with IanaCare and how Christian leaders can approach the dual reality of present suffering and pain alongside the joy and hope we have for an eternal future.
6/23/2020. 40min
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Episode 110 - Disruption Can Help the Healthcare Industry with April Anthony
Listen to April Anthony share her entrepreneurial journey that started when she took over a company in her 20s and then grew it into one of the most successful home healthcare businesses.
6/16/2020. 38min
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Episode 109 - Leaving the Storm Behind with Andy Crouch and Dave Blanchard
Hear Andy Crouch and Dave Blanchard, both returning podcast guests, discuss the idea of leading beyond the blizzard we find ourselves in and how Faith Driven Entrepreneurs can design a different future.
6/9/2020. 46min
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SPECIAL EDITION - It's Time for Honest Conversations with Benjamin Watson
This conversation is about the NFL, race, abortion, and parenting. Seriously, Benjamin Watson covered it all. And in times like these, we’re grateful that he led us into such an honest and real conversation.
6/3/2020. 40min
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Episode 108 - Know What You're For with Jeff Henderson
Why? That’s the question at the heart of today’s podcast featuring Jeff Henderson. Hear him share just why every entrepreneur needs to know what they’re for.
6/2/2020. 38min
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Episode 107 - Pruning One Business to Grow Another with Lara Casey
Lara Casey built Southern Weddings Magazine out of a sheer desire to see something beautiful in a world that felt very broken. The success of that publication is no secret, but today, she shared with us the ins and outs of her decision to let it all go...
5/26/2020. 36min
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Episode 106 - Faith, Family, and Ducks with Al Robertson
If you’ve heard of Duck Dynasty, then you’re probably picturing big hunting beards. But today’s guest, Al Robertson, is the beardless brother. He joined us to talk Duck Commander, his life in ministry, and the power of forgiveness...
5/19/2020. 42min
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Episode 105 - How the Constitution Protects Faith Driven Entrepreneurs with Kelly Shackelford
Kelly Shackelford, President & CEO of First Liberty, joined us to share his entrepreneurial journey and explain how the constitution protects the freedom business leaders have to live out our faith in the companies we steward.
5/12/2020. 42min
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Episode 103 - 99% Confession Equals 0% Freedom with Rob Thomas and Jeff Parker
What would you do if you found out your best friend and business partner had embezzled six figures worth of money from your company? Today’s podcast answers that question. It’s a powerful tale of deception, confession, repentance, forgiveness, redemption, and all the messy steps in between. Listen in to hear Rob Thomas and Jeff Parker share their story…
4/28/2020. 58min
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Episode 102 - The Entrepreneur's Time-Starved Marriage with Les Parrott
Today, we want to veer off our normal business strategy conversation and talk about life outside of work—primarily, time with our family. Today’s guest is Les Parrott. He works alongside his wife Leslie who shares the same passion for helping others build healthy relationships. We had Les on to talk about their newest book, “The Time Starved Marriage.” It’s a fitting topic for entrepreneurs. Listen in to hear Les share relationship wisdom, the importance of time management, and insight into what makes a great marriage tick...
4/21/2020. 42min
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Episode 101 - Faith Driven Entrepreneur and Athlete with Adam LaRoche
When Adam LaRoche, Golden Glove Winner and Standout for the Chicago WhiteSox decided to retire from professional baseball, his decision seemed like one of the most unexpected moves in sports. But for those who know him, this move aligned perfectly with the integrity of his character...
4/14/2020. 43min
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Episode 100 - The Motive of Faith Driven Entrepreneurs with Patrick Lencioni
Today’s guest is a special one and someone you’re probably already familiar with. Patrick Lencioni is a renowned business consultant and the author of 11 books that have sold over 6 million copies. Today, we got to hear him talk about his new book, The Motive, that dials into the why behind every great leader. Few people have more expertise on the subject than Patrick Lencioni, so let’s listen in now…
4/7/2020. 34min
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SPECIAL EDITION - Playing for an Audience of One with Coach Scott Drew
In the sports world, March is known for one thing—Madness. But this weekend, with no Final Four to be played, we thought we'd bring you a special podcast episode and announce our newest initiative—Faith Driven Athlete. Our passion is to show how God moves in all of our work, as entrepreneurs, investors, athletes and this is the next step in that. Join Scott Drew, Head Coach of Baylor Men's Basketball, to hear about the challenges he faced early in his career, the faith that carried him through it all, and how he’s responding to life’s most recent curveball....
4/3/2020. 31min
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Episode 99 - Taking Service to Another Level with Horst Schulze
Today’s guest is one that needs no introduction, and we’re so excited we got to have a conversation with him and that we get to share it with you. Horst Schulze is co-founder of The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company and an expert in employee and customer experience. Our conversation with Horst is full of insight, wisdom, and experience that is ripe for any Faith Driven Entrepreneur, so stop reading this and tune in today!
3/31/2020. 35min
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Episode 98 - Worry Is Not Our Friend with Todd Wagner
Todd Wagner is the lead pastor at Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas. If that name sounds familiar to you it’s probably because you just heard Henry mention it in the intro to this podcast as the location for where we will be hosting our Faith Driven Entrepreneur and Investor Conferences this fall. In addition to being our host and a speaker at the event, Todd is also a great voice in the faith-driven conversation. His words of wisdom—or as his Twitter handle calls them, words from wags—are encouraging, challenging, and uplifting to all who hear them. And with our current events, we could all use encouragement...
3/24/2020. 50min
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Episode 97 - Leading Through Global Crisis with Mark Sears of CloudFactory
It’s no secret that everyone’s day-to-day lives have been turned upside down by the coronavirus. So, in light of current events—the pandemic, along with its economic and social effects—we wanted to bring on a guest to speak into what we’re all experiencing. That’s what brings us to Mark Sears, Founder and CEO of CloudFactory. Early on in his entrepreneurial journey, he faced a global crisis and the way he led his business during that time is an example for Faith Driven Entrepreneurs everywhere. So, if you’re feeling a bit lost, overwhelmed, confused, or scared during these trying times, let Mark’s words be a source of encouragement.
3/18/2020. 38min
Episode 96 - What Defines a Healthy Leader with Greg Leith of Convene
It’s Tuesday. Which means it’s time to gather. Or, as you might say, it’s time to Convene. And that’s exactly what we’re talking about today. Our guest, Greg Leith leads a ministry to Christian CEOs and Entrepreneurs called Convene. His work there has taught him what it means to be a healthy leader, as well as what we as entrepreneurs can do to foster and encourage our growth as both leaders and people...
3/10/2020. 29min
Episode 95 - Work, Love, and Women’s Mentoring with Diane Paddison of 4word
We are so excited to share our interview with you today. Diane Paddison is the Founder and President of 4Word—a group where she is a leading advocate for the professional Christian women community. She is a Harvard MBA graduate, the former global executive of two Fortune 500 companies and one Fortune 1000 company, and she serves as an independent director for two corporations and four not-for-profits. She’s the real deal and we loved getting to talk with her and hear the incredible things they are doing to mentor businesswomen in the marketplace. Tune in to learn about the work she does at 4word and why women mentorship matters…
3/3/2020. 35min
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Episode 94 - How Should a Christian Let People Go? with Vic Ho of Fivestars
Today features one of our first repeat guests! Vic Ho is the founder of Fivestars—a business with the mission of “transforming transactions into relationships.” He shared a little about what they do, but he also talked about what happened when the start-up hit a rough patch and needed to lay off 50 people. Vic felt compelled to take a different approach, one that was consistent with the company’s values, and in doing so, he set an example for other Faith Driven Entrepreneurs to follow...
2/25/2020. 40min
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Episode 93 - 3-D Printing an Entire Village with Brett Hagler of New Story
Today’s episode features a unique entrepreneurial journey that includes 3-D printing of homes. Yeah, you heard that right. Printing homes. Brett Hagler is the CEO and Co-Founder of New Story. He’s a Y Combinator alum, Praxis fellow, author, cancer survivor, and a 2016 Forbes 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur. The list goes on and on, and you’ll be glad you heard what he had to share…
2/18/2020. 41min
Episode 92 - Stewarding the Discipleship of 3 Million Users with Brian Mosley of RightNow Media
We have another entrepreneurial adventure story for you today—this time, featuring Brian Mosley, President of RightNow Media. If you haven’t already heard of them, there’s a good chance someone in your church has. They’re basically the Netflix of Bible Video Studies. We’ll talk more about the work they do on the episode, but before then, you’ll get to hear about the mission that Brian stewards...
2/11/2020. 32min
Episode 91 - Can A Business Be Christian? with Curtis Chang
Today we put an end to an age-old question—can a business itself have spiritual meaning? For years as Entrepreneurs, we’ve been called to live out our faith in our individual work activities and relationships. But we are fundamentally about building business enterprises. Can we take it a step further to conceive of the enterprise—the organization itself—as having spiritual significance? Today’s guest is Curtis Chang, a thought leader on this subject, and what he shares just might surprise you...
2/4/2020. 35min
Episode 90 - Media, Culture, and Opportunities for the Faith Driven Movement with Tom Nelson of Made to Flourish
Recently, The New York Times featured a cover article dedicated to the recent advancements in the movement of faith-driven work. We were honored to be mentioned alongside some great groups like Praxis and Made To Flourish. But this got us thinking—what does this small piece say about the bigger puzzle of what’s going on in America with faith, work, and entrepreneurship? Well, we couldn’t think of a better guest to discuss this topic than Tom Nelson, President of Made to Flourish. Listen in to hear what he had to say.
1/28/2020. 38min
Episode 89 - Achieving Preeminence with Glen Jackson
Today’s guest is Glen Jackson, author of Preeminence—a book based on 30+ years of working with brands like Chick-fil-a, Delta, Coca-Cola, Interstate, Toyota, Lexus, and others. He uses his experience to share what it means to be the preeminent brand that others look to emulate. In this episode, we’ll look at what preeminence means, how to get there, and why this matters to Faith Driven Entrepreneurs looking to impact the world around them.
1/21/2020. 32min
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Episode 88 - Finding God in Golf and Business with John Solheim, CEO of PING
In the golf industry, there are few more recognized names of excellence than PING. Today's show takes us to Phoenix to interview the CEO of PING, John Solheim. He’s the second generation of family leadership since the company’s inception in 1959. And as recently as a few years ago, John had the unique opportunity to pass the baton to the third generation of leadership with his oldest son stepping in as company president. Today we take a look at their family’s journey to become a preeminent brand and what faith looks like in such a publicly recognized company.
1/14/2020. 27min
Episode 87 - Setting Priorities for the Year Ahead with Steve Graves
For the past 25 years, Steve Graves has worked with hundreds of organizations from Fortune 100 giants to small bootstrapping start-ups. He’s a regular contributor to the blog and has also written some great Operators Manuals for entrepreneurs. But today, he’s helping us kick off the new year right by sharing how to set priorities and guarantee success in the days, weeks, and months to come...
1/7/2020. 38min
Episode 86 - What Shapes Your Desires? with Toby Kurth
Today we are talking to Toby Kurth, lead pastor at Christ Church San Francisco. Toby has been a faithful voice inside the Faith Driven Movement, a friend, pastor and even Chaplain to our team. We’re excited that we finally got to have him on the show today—feels like this episode is long overdue. Toby talked to us about the things that shape our desires, how leaders should use their power and privilege, and the marks that define Faith Driven Entrepreneurs. It was a phenomenal conversation and one we can’t wait to share with you. Listen in now...
12/17/2019. 41min
Episode 85 - The Search Fund Path to Entrepreneurship with Nick and Giovanni Gallo
Search Funds may be a familiar idea to you, or maybe you’ve never heard of them. Either way, today’s episode with Nick and Giovanni Gallo will give you insights into what a search fund is, why they work, and how to deal with the unique circumstances and challenges that come with them. We’re grateful to Nick and Gio for sharing their story with us, and we think what they’ve experienced will encourage you on your journey. Listen in today...
12/10/2019. 40min
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Episode 84 - The Generational Transfer of Interstate Batteries with Norm and Scott Miller
You’ve probably seen them on the side of NASCAR winners, but what you may not know is that Norm and Scott Miller of Interstate Batteries have let their faith lead their business for years. In addition to producing outrageous dependability with over 12,000 different batteries and more than 300 million sold, they’re also leading the conversation around the generational transfer of business. Listen in to hear how they’ve created an award-winning culture and what it looks like to faithfully pass the faith-driven baton to the next generation…
12/3/2019. 40min
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Episode 83 - Jailhouse Business with Pete Ochs
Today’s episode takes us to jail. Well...not exactly. But we are interviewing a man who owns and operates a business that is run out of a high security prison. His name is Pete Ochs, and in addition to working as founder and chairman of an impact investing company, he’s also working to make Hutchinson Correctional Facility in Kansas the best prison in America. How? Well, we’ll let him tell you...
11/19/2019. 31min
Episode 82 - Devoting Daily to God's Word with Jon Collins, Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of The Bible Project
Today we’re talking to Jon Collins, the co-founder of The Bible Project, an incredible work that breaks down the context of pieces of scripture in a powerful way. They’ve been viewed over 100 million times in over 200 countries around the world through the Bible App, YouTube, RightNow Media and more. We talked to Jon about his entrepreneurial journey and how this project and his life experience have instilled the importance of devoting daily to studying God’s word.
11/12/2019. 41min
Episode 81 - The Redemptive Nonprofit with Jena Nardella of Praxis
Today we’re in the Bay Area talking to Jena Nardella of Praxis. You may know Jena from some of her work improving clean water access around the world and her book titled One Thousand Wells: How an Audacious Goal Taught Me to Love the World Instead of Save It. Today she works on building the durability and sustainability of nonprofit organizations and leaders with Praxis and recently their team wrote a book called The Redemptive Nonprofit. We got to talk to her about all of this and more, and we think you’ll really enjoy what she had to share…
11/5/2019. 43min
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Episode 80 - Serving Those Who Steal from You with Craig Deall
If you’ve followed the podcast for a while, there’s no doubt you’ve heard some amazing stories of success, failure, and everything in between. Well, today’s episode is something special. Craig Deall called us all the way from Harari share the story of what it was like when, under the rule of Robert Mugabe, Zimbabwe forced thousands of industrial farmers to give up their lands. In a moment, generations of family wealth was gone. But what Craig’s response makes this story all the more amazing. Rather than seeking revenge or restitution, Craig chose the path of reconciliation, and in doing so, his life offers us a valuable lesson on what it actually looks like to forgive your enemies. Tune in to hear more from his incredible story...
10/29/2019. 37min
Episode 79 - The Science of Radical Giftology with John Ruhlin
Everyone has a story about receiving a gift they had no interest in, but do any of us know if we’ve ever given a gift that someone else didn’t want? This is exactly the situation John Ruhlin wants to help you avoid. John is the author of Giftology, a book that teaches the science of “radical generosity.” He has helped countless companies boost their referrals, retention rates, and ROI, and today, he has a special gift for us as well...
10/22/2019. 45min
Episode 78 - Terrorist Threat, Charity Case, or Refugee Workforce? with Chris Chancey of Amplio Recruiting
Today, we’re talking to Chris Chancey, Founder and CEO of Amplio Recruiting. Amplio is a multi-city staffing agency helping companies like Chick-fil-a, WeWork, and others find dependable talent in a surprising place—the refugee workforce. This is coming at a time where we all know the labor shortage in America is at an all-time high, and as Chris shared with us, this may be one of the most emotionally-charged debates in our country. But it may also be the source of one of the best-kept secrets for the American economy. Listen in to hear what Chris has to share that might have a lasting effect on faith driven entrepreneurs...
10/15/2019. 31min
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Episode 77 - The Journey from Sexual Brokenness to Healing with Jay Stringer
Today our show takes us to Seattle to talk to Jay Stringer, the author of Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing. His book is based on a multi-year research project into the stories of 3,800 men and women to address the key drivers of unwanted sexual behavior, why people remain in a place of shame, and the journey towards a new sexual story. It was recently recognized by Outreach Magazine as one of the top resources of the year. Tragically, this is a huge issue destroying too many Faith Driven Entrepreneurs. His research is one of the most comprehensive studies on the subject, and we’re delighted he could join us on the podcast. Join Henry and William to glean from some of Jay’s experiences and hear the lessons he has for faith driven entrepreneurs...
10/8/2019. 41min
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Episode 76 - Are Christians Called to Comfort? with Super Bowl Winner and CEO of Movement Mortgage, Casey Crawford
Today we’re talking to Casey Crawford. Casey is an Entrepreneur that left the NFL with a Super Bowl Ring and then started a company, Movement Mortgage—a Billion dollar business that Inc and several others have recognized. They’ve been known for their business, their community impact, and their ability to create a company that people want to work for. As Casey shared with us, creating a company is far from a comfortable experience. Entrepreneurs, of course, know what it’s like to be uncomfortable. Yet, there’s something in modern/Western Christianity that expects comfort. We often act as though God has called us to a life of comfort and ease, not one of stress and sacrifice. But as Casey points out, Jesus didn’t exactly live an easy life! And this is just one way he gave us a great perspective alongside a paradigm shift in this podcast episode. Listen in to hear more...
10/1/2019. 40min
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Episode 75 - The Entrepreneur's Hidden Battle with Depression with Max Anderson
On today’s episode, we invited Max Anderson to come in and help us tackle a difficult yet important topic—depression among entrepreneurs. Max writes something called The Weekend Reader, where each week he explores one big idea from culture. Recently, he dove into how depression affects entrepreneurs, and what he found was staggering—entrepreneurs are anywhere from 2-10x more likely to suffer from mental challenges. It’s a topic that’s extremely important, yet remarkably under-discussed, so we thought that with Max’s help we’d push the conversation forward today...
9/24/2019. 38min
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Episode 74 - The Investor as a Servant Leader with Frank Chen of Andreessen Horowitz
Our friend Frank Chen is the final guest in this 4-part series on the Faith Driven Investor. And he stopped by to talk about how he’s helping entrepreneurs change the World at the Silicon Valley Venture powerhouse of Andreessen Horowitz. As Frank describes it they are “helping entrepreneurs build software companies that are eating the world.” Curious to find out what that might look like? Tune in today...
9/17/2019. 40min
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Episode 73 - Image Management: Growing Through Failure with Nathan Sheets of Nature Nate’s
We’ve got a good one for you today. Nathan Sheets is CEO of Nature Nate’s Honey, and he was also involved with I Am Second,and E3, and you’ll hear a bit of all of those stories. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. When we sat down to talk to Nathan, we had no idea how deep he was going to take us. Right away, he opened up about the ups and downs he has gone through with a level of candor that we couldn’t even believe. If you’re looking for what life as an entrepreneur looks like—and we mean, really looks like—Nathan Sheets has a no holds barred take on the entrepreneurial journey.
9/10/2019. 41min
Episode 72 - Has the Center of the Faith and Work Movement moved to Silicon Valley? with Christeen Rico
Today we’re in Cupertino, California connecting with Christeen Rico. She’s on the International Expansion team at Apple. She spends much of her time focused on bringing Apple's largest product—their retail stores—to life in new countries around the world. In addition to that, she is responsible for co-leading a volunteer team to define and execute programs that strengthen community and growth opportunities for the Apple Christian Fellowship, one of Apple'sDiversity Network Association. It’s a part of a growing trend that’s emerging in places like Facebook, SalesForce, Google, and many other companies. These are great movements for people looking to connect their faith to their work, and we’re excited to bring you all that Christeen had to share...
9/3/2019. 30min
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Episode 71 - Letting Trust Drive Business with Don Flow of Flow Automotive
Today’s show takes us to North Carolina to hear from Don Flow, the visionary business leader of Flow Automotive, which has over 30 dealerships and 1,500 employees. He’s been widely recognized in the Faith Driven Entrepreneur community as an entrepreneur who thinks deeply about the redemptive opportunities for every part of the business—and our conversation only confirmed this reputation! We could go on and on about the things we loved from this conversation, but we think it’s best you listen for yourself. Enjoy!
8/27/2019. 44min
Episode 70 - Entrepreneurs Who Create their Own Category with Trae Stephens of Founders Fund
Today’s episode features Trae Stephens, one of the Partners at Founders Fund. As a venture capitalist, Trae provides excellent insight into what investors are looking for in entrepreneurs. As Trae explains, “we’re looking for outliers.” Find out what that entails and also how Trae measures value by the ability to create abundance and decrease competition. Trae bounces effortlessly between business, theology, and philosophy as he speaks, and we really think you’ll enjoy listening to what he had to share!
8/20/2019. 37min
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Episode 69 - "One Million Followers Wasn’t in My Obituary" with Sanyin Siang of The Coach K Center on Leadership and Ethics
We are so excited to get to share today’s interview with Sanyin Siang. She is the executive director of The Coach K Center on Leadership and Ethics, and in addition to sharing what makes Coach K such an excellent coach and leader (hint: it has to do with enabling greatness instead of chasing it), she also told us why having 1 million followers on LinkedIn isn’t the thing she wants to be remembered for. It was so encouraging to hear her share how her identity and value is found first and foremost in what God says is true of her—that she is a beloved child of God. We think her energy and passion is contagious and hope you get a chance to listen in!
8/13/2019. 34min
Episode 68 - How 'Love Thy Neighbor' Turned from a Command to a Business with Pete Kelly of Apartment Life
We’re in Dallas, Texas today talking with Pete Kelly, CEO of Apartment Life—a growing nationwide ministry helping people see their neighbors as their greatest amenity. They help apartment owners care for residents by connecting them in relationships, which pays incredible dividends for everyone. Pete provided some insight into the value of community and how connecting people with one another improves everyone’s quality of life. We think what Apartment Life is doing has the potential to revolutionize the way businesses interact with real estate across the world, and we think you’ll be glad you heard about it now!
8/6/2019. 32min
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Episode 67 - Stewarding the Journey of an Accidental Entrepreneur with Mark McClain, CEO and Co-founder of SailPoint (NYSE: SAIL)
Join us outside of Austin, Texas where we are connecting with Mark McClain. Mark likes to refer to himself as an accidental entrepreneur. He didn’t grow up as the lemonade stand kid but has since gone on to start two different companies. Today, he leads SailPoint, an identity management business started in 2005 that is publicly traded with a market cap around $2 Billion and 1,200 team members across 33 different companies. Hear Mark share his powerful story of being an “Accidental Entrepreneur” and find out how that path might be more common than you think.
7/30/2019. 39min
Episode 66 - The Faith Driven Investor with Henry Kaestner and Aimee Minnich
Today’s episode marks the start of something new. We’re launching a brand new website and podcast for the Faith Driven Investor. This episode, and the entire Faith Driven Investor podcast series, is for fund managers, investors, business owners and pastors who believe that God owns it all and who care deeply about how we steward our investments for financial return and gospel-centered transformation. Listen in to hear Henry Kaestner and Aimee Minnich share what God has been doing in this movement and what’s to come.
7/29/2019. 37min
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Episode 65 - How Do You Build a Healthy Family and a Growing Business? with Ben and Liz Bohannon of Sseko Designs
Is it possible to have a healthy family while building a successful business? That’s the question at the heart of this week’s episode with Ben and Liz Bohannon of Sseko Designs. Their business began as a way to generate income for high-potential, talented young women in Uganda to continue on to university. Since then, it’s grown rapidly from a Shark Tank phenomenon to a global success. Hear how Ben and Liz are navigating the world of global business while still managing to focus on their home, their marriage, and their family.
7/16/2019. 35min
Episode 64 - God of the Second Shift with Jeff Haanen from the Denver Institute of Faith and Work
Join William and Henry in the Mile-High city as they talk to Jeff Haanen from the Denver Institute for Faith and Work. His article, God of the Second Shift, made waves in the faith and work world, and we’re excited to have him on our podcast today to talk more about how we can move this conversation around theology and business from the corner office to the manufacturing floor. Tune in to hear what Jeff has to share about what a theology of work means for those in the working class.
7/9/2019. 30min
Episode 63 - Finding Peace on the Other Side of Obedience: Around the Table with Henry, William, and Rusty
Every once in a while we like to take a break from interviewing guests to give our hosts a chance to riff on what God is doing in their lives and what they’re learning through the process. In this episode, you’ll hear about William’s upcoming move to Atlanta, Henry’s journey to India, and some wisdom Rusty has recently picked up from a book he’s reading. Pull up a chair and join our hosts around the table to enjoy a chat about life, God, and entrepreneurship.
7/2/2019. 28min
Episode 62 - When Did Corporations Grow a Conscience? with Lake Lambert, President of Hanover College
It’s common to think of corporate values as a concept that has always been around, but Lake Lambert, President of Hanover College in Indiana, is here to educate us that this isn’t actually the case. Lake is the author of Spirituality, Inc—a book that examines the history of religion in the American workplace—and he joined Henry, William, and Rusty to share what he’s learned about workplace spirituality from the past and what we might expect for the future.
6/25/2019. 32min
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Episode 61 - The Scoreboard of the Monday Church with Tom Nelson of Made to Flourish
Tom Nelson is the visionary pastor of a multi-site church called Christ Community in Kansas City, and he’s been widely recognized in the Faith Driven Entrepreneur community for his book, Work Matters. He also serves on the board of The Gospel Coalition and is President of Made to Flourish—a network of pastors trying to establish what it looks like to be a Monday church. What we love about Tom, and why we had him on today, is that he is working on a replicable model for what it looks like for the average church to affirm and encourage entrepreneurs. Join Henry, William, and Rusty to hear how Tom’s work could affect the way you worship, the way you work, and even the way you live.
6/18/2019. 35min
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Episode 60 - How an Interview with Hulk Hogan on Their Wedding Day Started a $40 Million Business with Jeff and Ally Davidson of Camp Gladiator
When Ally Davidson woke up on the morning of her wedding day, she had no idea the journey that God had prepared for her, nor did she anticipate it would start with a tryout for the television show American Gladiator that very same day. Fast forward a few years and Camp Gladiator has over 3,500 locations across the country with over 100,000 members. Tune in to hear the story of Jeff and Ally Davidson—how interacting with Hulk Hogan jump-started their business, how they’ve seen community and exercise drastically affect people’s lives, and how their faith impacts everything they do.
6/11/2019. 38min
Episode 59 - Saying No to Sam Walton and other Entrepreneurial Stories with Drayton McLane of the Houston Astros
Today we learned that Sam Walton was persistent (very persistent), that you don’t have to know a lot about baseball to successfully own a Major League Baseball team, and that stories are best told by the one who have lived them. And that’s exactly who Drayton McLane is—a serial entrepreneur with a knack for storytelling. Pull up a chair, get comfortable, and prepare to hear story after story of what it’s like to be an entrepreneur for over half a century.
6/4/2019. 33min
Episode 58 - Becoming Bilingual: Fluency in Metrics and Story with Matt Bird
Today we’re connecting with Matt Bird, who is based in the United Kingdom. Matt is the author of several books, including Relationology, The Secrets of Story, and Freedom: How to Live Your Life for Jesus Free From Anxiety and Worry. Another one of his books, Transformation, takes a look at how God is connecting churches across communities, cities, and countries to bring about social, political, economic, cultural, and spiritual transformation. This book is the product of Matt’s work with business and churches in helping them both improve one another as they increase their impact, which is the subject of this episode. Listen in to hear how they do it!
5/28/2019. 32min
Episode 57 - Combating Loneliness with Community: Scott Weiss from Ocean Accelerator
Today we’re in Cincinnati, Ohio connecting with Scott Weiss from Ocean Accelerator. They started in the lobby of Crossroads Church in Cincinnati when they realized that even when entrepreneurs gathered to work where there were free coffee and WiFi, loneliness and isolation still clung to everyone. Since then, they’ve been on a mission to help equip faith driven entrepreneurs and owners that bravely step out to change the world. Whether it's their Ocean Conference or their accelerator, they’re committed to investing in entrepreneurs who have a faith in God and a passion for success. Tune in to hear more about Scott’s journey!
5/21/2019. 34min
Episode 56 - The Entrepreneurial Journey of the Museum of the Bible to the US Capitol: Steve Green, President of Hobby Lobby
Join the FDE team as they connect with Steve Green, President of Hobby Lobby, to learn about the story behind the creation of the Museum of the Bible in Washington D.C. In this episode, you'll get to see what happens when an entrepreneur connects their passion with a need in the marketplace. Indeed, the Green family has long been supportive of making the Bible more accessible, but this world-class museum is an achievement of its own class. Tune in to hear the full story!
5/14/2019. 28min
Episode 55 - What to do When the Dream Fails: Phil Vischer, Creator of Veggie Tales
In this episode we’re just outside of Chicago connecting with Phil Vischer, the visionary, creative who founded Veggietales. To date it's the most popular direct to DVD series of all time with more than 65 million copies sold. It led to feature films, Netflix Original series and became a cultural icon.
5/8/2019. 43min
Episode 54: Governance without Giving up Control: Byron Loflin, Founder of the Center for Board Excellence
Byron Loflin, founder of the Center for Board Excellence, joins the team this week, helping us get a handle on the importance of good governance within our organizations. He shares with us his views on why governance is core to servant leadership and promotes healthy, humble accountability that provides a stable runway for your organization’s success.
4/30/2019. 34min
Episode 53 - The Entrepreneurial Story that led to 370 Million Reading the Bible - Bobby Gruenewald, Founder of YouVersion
Bobby Gruenewald of YouVersion joins us this week giving us the low down on the origins of this wildly popular bible app with 370M+ downloads and counting.
4/23/2019. 40min
Episode 52 - The Secret Farm League of Faith Driven Entrepreneurs: Jon Hart of Praxis Academy
The team talks to Jon Hart, Partner at Praxis Labs about his work with Praxis Academy, a week-long on ramp into the Praxis community of redemptive entrepreneurs targeting the under 25. For 5 years, this organization has encouraged college-aged entrepreneurs to more actively view their aspirations within the context of their faith, impacting 750 people, from 160 universities and 20 countries.
4/16/2019. 35min
Episode 51 - God Owns it All: Alan Barnhart, CEO of Barnhart Crane and Rigging
4/9/2019. 32min
Episode 50 - Doing Good by Gaming the System – Yu-Kai Chou, Pioneer of Gamification and Creator of Octalysis Prime Framework
Today we’re talking with one of the pioneers of Gamification, Yu-Kai Chou, author of the book Actionable Gamification and creator of the Octalysis Framework which encompasses 8 core drives of motivation that govern human behavior. He's a speaker on gamification and behavioral design at places like TED, South by Southwest, Google, Stanford and consulted with governments like UK, Singapore and South Korea. His work has affected over 1 Billion users experiences across the world.
4/2/2019. 31min
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Episode 49 - A Rule of Life for Redemptive Entrepreneurs: Andy Crouch, Author, Journalist and Partner at Praxis
On this episode, the team spends time with [Andy Crouch][1], partner for theology and culture at [Praxis][2], an organization that works as a creative engine for redemptive entrepreneurship, as well as an accomplished writer and journalist, having authored several books as well as articles published in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and Time Magazine.
3/26/2019. 42min
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Episode 48 - Unleashing the Power of People and Increasing Productivity 300%: Bryant Ambelang, CEO of NatureSweet
Today we’re on the road, connecting with Bryant Ambelang, President and CEO of NatureSweet, the largest greenhouse producer of tomatoes in North America. Bryant shares with us the ways he has cared for his employees by doing a better job of connecting their purpose and passions to their work.
3/19/2019. 34min
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Episode 47 - Stewarding What Matters Most - Phil Olsen, President of Know Your Strengths
In this episode, Henry sits down with former NFL player and first round draft pick Phil Olsen, currently President of [Know Your Strengths][1], a human resource consulting firm that guides clients and executive-level management through processes for talent discovery, training and people management.
3/12/2019. 28min
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Episode 46 - Sunday Night Blues: Toxic Work Environments
Toxic people, toxic environments and all other possible permutations of how toxicity can be expressed in an organization is the subject of today’s episode.
3/5/2019. 25min
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Episode 45 - How to Shorten Your Time in the Desert: Julie Barrios, Founder of Nuos Foundation
We find the team chatting with Julie Barrios, of Nuos Formation, a spiritual formation enterprise focused on helping the entrepreneur develop healthy inner lives as part of purposeful living as a faith-driven entrepreneur.
2/26/2019. 27min
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Episode 44 - DTR : Defining the (Most Important) Relationship
We hear from our hosts this week as they share some of the things God has them thinking about via their personal time with the Lord.
2/19/2019. 28min
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Episode 43 - How to be a Lion: Ed Silvoso, Author and Founder of Transform Our World
This week the team chats with Ed Silvoso, author of several books including Anointed for Business, Transformation and Ekklesia.
2/12/2019. 31min
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Episode 42 - Fighting for the Highest Possible Good: Steve Cochram and Jeremie Kubicek of 5 Voices Systems/GiANT Worldwide
Steve Cochram and Jeremie Kubicek of 5 Voices Systems, a leadership assessment tool that helps you define, understand and leverage your communication style for optimal influence joins the FDE team this week.
2/5/2019. 31min
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Episode 41 - How to slay a dragon: Peter Greer, CEO of Hope International
In this week’s episode, we’re talking to Henry’s long-time friend Peter Greer, President and CEO of Hope International, a leading provider of microfinancing for underserved communities around the globe. Peter helps us understand the multi-faceted aspects of poverty, that it’s about more than simply the lack of resources.
1/29/2019. 33min
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Episode 40 - Mission Ready: Part Two with David Morken, CEO of Bandwidth
In Part Two with David Morken, the team discusses more thoroughly about what it means to be mission ready both individually and corporately.
1/22/2019. 24min
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Episode 39 - The Partnership Factor: Part One with David Morken, CEO of Bandwidth
In this edition of the FDE Podcast, we get a peek into the longtime friendship and partnership (let’s just call it what it is – a bromance) between David Morken and Henry Kaestner, co-Founders of Bandwidth and Republic Wireless. They share with us the divine origins of their relationship (Henry was a direct answer to David’s prayer) and how their relationship translated into a successful business where people are promoted as much as the product.
1/15/2019. 24min
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Episode 38 - Who Do You Think You Are? - Tim Keller at Sovereign's Capital
This week’s podcast has us listening in on a talk Tim Keller gave to Sovereign’s Capital last September where he meticulously unpacks the hidden truth of identity formation, its habits and rituals, in both the Western and greater world.
1/8/2019. 43min
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Episode 37 - Hey Kid, Wanna Test Something on the Space Station? - Valley Christian School's Entrepreneur Program
The team spends some time with the students and teachers from Entrepreneur Program and Valley Christian School (VCS) in San Jose, CA. Spearheaded by Hannah and Danny Kim, entrepreneurs in their own right, the program has launched high school students into the world of entrepreneurship in the midst of a community invested in seeing biblical values and principles impacting the world.
12/18/2018. 38min
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Episode 36 - Living in a Material World: Mailbag Questions Answered
In this week’s podcast, the team answers a few of your questions around profit making and taking as well as consumerism.
12/11/2018. 31min
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Episode 35 - God Loves Idiots Too: John Marsh of Marsh Collective
The team sits down with John Marsh of Marsh Collective, Opelika Alabama to discuss storytelling, what it’s like to run 10+ businesses (the collective part of Marsh Collective) and how to be the steward of 10 square city blocks for the glory of God and Kingdom while being totally unqualified to do so.
12/4/2018. 31min
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Episode 34 - How We Abuse Our Money and Time
This week we get into part two of the Lightning Round episode, fielding your questions. Henry, Rusty, and William tackle two really important questions for the faith driven entrepreneur: how we handle our resource of money and time.
11/27/2018. 21min
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Episode 33 - Keeping the Church Relevant to the Entrepreneur's Life: Part 2 with Chip Ingram (CEO of Living on the Edge)
In Part Two with Chip Ingram, CEO of Living on the Edge, we continue the discussion on faith and entrepreneurship from this Pastor to Entrepreneurs. Topics include ways on keeping church relevant to the entrepreneur's life, to how to handle failures and ways to handle power and influence righteously.
11/20/2018. 21min
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Episode 32 - Pastoring in Silicon Valley: Interview with Chip Ingram (CEO of Living on the Edge)
In Part One with Chip Ingram, CEO of Living on the Edge, Henry has Chip walk through his experience pastoring many Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and venture capitalists.
11/13/2018. 21min
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Episode 31 - Sharing Your Faith While Honoring Traditions: Interview with David Brickner (Executive Director of Jews for Jesus)
David Brickner, Executive Director of Jews for Jesus, spends time with the team in this week’s podcast. He gives perspective on the tragic events in Pittsburgh and shares a bit on how people of the faith can best share the gospel with Jewish neighbors through relationship building and honoring the common elements between Judaism and Christianity.
11/6/2018. 29min
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Episode 30 - Godly Contentment Meets the Discontentment of the Entrepreneur
This week’s episode finds Henry, Rusty and William fielding more questions from listeners in Part One of Lightning Round.
10/30/2018. 28min
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Episode 29 - Hunger for Authenticity in a Post Christian Era: Interview with Mike Sharrow (CEO of C12)
In Part 2 of our interview with Mike Sharrow, President and CEO of C12, an organization that provides a confidential and intimate environment to explore ways to conduct business in a God-honoring way, the team asks Mike to share his observations on what’s happening in the marketplace from a faith perspective.
10/23/2018. 21min
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Episode 28 - Resurgence of Faith in the Marketplace: Interview with Mike Sharrow (CEO of C12)
The team talks to Mike Sharrow, CEO of C12, the largest network of Christian CEOs and executives working together to increase company performance and integrate faith and business.
10/16/2018. 20min
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Episode 27 - Responsibility of Calling: Interview with Jason Johnson (CEO of August Smart Home)
An interview with Jason Johnson, CEO of August Smart Homes on how to lead a values driven organization and as well as how to plan for generous living.
10/9/2018. 30min
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Episode 26 - Why the Institutional Church is a Necessary Part of Community
In part two from the Alpine Inn, Henry, Rusty, and William field more questions from our guests but first gave some background on Inklings, the gathering of faith driven entrepreneurs in the Bay Area.
10/2/2018. 26min
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Episode 25 - Honoring Family with Our Presence
In this week’s episode, we take the show on the road. In the first live broadcast, Faith Driven Entrepreneur sets up at the Alpine Inn in Portola Valley, California. This Q&A took place before our Inklings gathering of faith driven entrepreneurs. Tune in as we answer live questions from entrepreneurs in the Bay Area!
9/25/2018. 28min
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Episode 24 - Interview with Nancy Duarte
This week join us for an interview with Nancy Duarte, CEO of www.duarte.com, a communications strategy company that she and husband-founder, Mark Duarte, operate. Nancy shares with us her rich experience and all the practical things that she's been able to do for God through the business.
9/18/2018. 31min
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Episode 23 - Generosity
In this episode, Henry leads the way in tackling the crucial topic of generosity. William, Rusty, and Henry all touch on the biblical concept of our tithe in connection with how we view ownership, stewardship, and ultimately our heart posture.
9/11/2018. 22min
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Episode 22 - Expressing Gratitude in the Workplace
In this episode, Henry, William, and Rusty explore the topic of expressing gratitude in the workplace. They discuss how we can be more intentional with showing our thanks and appreciation to others as leaders. A starting point for this outpouring is finding a way to be grateful ourselves. When we do this, it resets our perspective and causes us to be grateful for others, their work, and their contribution.
9/4/2018. 22min
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Episode 21 - How Faith and Work Come Together in Life: Part 2 with Vic Ho (Co-founder and CEO of Fivestars)
In part two with Vic Ho of Fivestars, Vic expands his thinking with regards to how faith and work come together in his life. One specific practice Vic discusses is his observance of the Sabbath and how it transformed his personal and professional life.
8/28/2018. 24min
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Episode 20 - What is the Lifeblood of the Business? Interview with Vic Ho (Co-founder and CEO of Fivestars)
In this episode, we are joined by Vic Ho, Co-founder and CEO of Fivestars (www.fivestars.com). He's a long-time friend of FDE and he graciously takes the time to share with us his insights on customer acquisition and customer engagement, the lifeblood of a business. Next week he will share more on how he integrates his faith and his work, it's a must listen as well!
8/21/2018. 26min
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Episode 19 - How to Discern Your Calling: Interview with Dave Blanchard (CEO of Praxis)
In this episode, Henry, and William interview a good friend of Faith Driven Entrepreneur, Dave Blanchard. Dave is cofoudner of Praxis Labs, a business accelerator to advance redemptive entrepreneurship. Dave gives us insights into his own journey and how Praxis has helped hundreds of faith driven entrepreneurs!
8/14/2018. 25min
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Episode 18 - How to do a Biblical Performance Review
In the week’s episode, Henry, Rusty, and William discuss how we can love on team members during performance reviews. These reviews paired with continuous coaching can be a powerful tool to help a team member realize his/her professional and personal goals.
8/7/2018. 23min
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Episode 17 - Grappling with the Ups and Downs of Entrepreneurship: Nashville Institute of Faith and Work Interview (Missy Wallace)
The intersection of faith and work can be challenging for most of us who are faith driven entrepreneurs. Issues of earning profit, and doing meaningful work can be daunting issues to grapple with. This week, our special guest, Missy Wallace, who is the Executive Director at the Nashville Institute for Faith & Work (NIFW), gives us her insights and how NIFW is helping faith driven entrepreneurs alike.
7/31/2018. 30min
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Episode 16 - Keeping a Christ Centered Attitude While Growing a Business
In this episode, Henry, William, and Rusty tackle your questions - our valued listeners!
7/24/2018. 35min
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Episode 15 - Are We Setting the Right Example? 50-70 Hour Work Weeks
In this week's episode, Henry, Rusty, and William discuss how we as faith driven entrepreneurs should view the 40-hour work week. They talk about the importance of prioritization, motives, and modeling behavior.
7/17/2018. 24min
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Episode 14 - Wronged by a Fellow Believer
What should a Faith Driven Entrepreneur do when someone at work is wronged by a fellow believer ? Is there a framework from which we can think about this? Henry, Rusty, and William discuss their experiences and ideas on how to address this very tough subject.
7/10/2018. 17min
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Episode 13 - Equally Yoked in Business
In this episode, Henry, William, and Rusty tackle the not so easy issue of being equally yoked with others in the marketplace.
7/3/2018. 24min
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Episode 12 - Is "Calling" Misunderstood
In this episode, Henry, Rusty, and William discuss a framework for how to recognize a calling. When God calls us to a purpose or into action, how do we discern whether we are to act? How do we respond?
6/26/2018. 24min
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Episode 11 - Can a Pastor Equip an Entrepreneur?
This week we interview special guest Pastor Andy Wood of Echo Church on how he equips, and empowers his business leaders and entrepreneurs for God's Kingdom.
6/19/2018. 27min
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Episode 10 - Evangelism in the Workplace
This week we discuss evangelism in the workplace.
6/12/2018. 24min
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Episode 9 - Treat Your Employees So Well They Never Want to Leave
In this episode, we discuss benefits. Our question comes in from a self-proclaimed master budgeter who is a bit confused because he often hears Christian entrepreneurs brag about their above market benefit plans and attribute it to their faith. This strikes a chord with him because he does not feel the same calling with regards to his company benefit plans. Join us to hear a few different perspectives.
6/5/2018. 24min
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Episode 8 - Competition: Love 'Em, Ignore 'Em, or Crush "Em.
Today's Podcast tackles the question of how to think about competition. We know that we want to run the race as if to win it. (1 Corinthians 9:24). But how do we win? What is our heart posture? Do we win at all costs? What are our motives as we compete in the race.
5/29/2018. 19min
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Episode 7 - Entertaining and Boundaries
Entertainment is something that most entrepreneurs will be a part of, whether that is recruiting team members, hosting corporate events, trying to raise money or creating unique opportunities for your team to bond. In this episode, we talk about how we think about entertaining while maintaining a sincere heart towards holiness.
5/22/2018. 17min
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Episode 6 - Language
In this episode, we will be discussing the importance of language, and how it affects your ability to build culture and lead your organization.
5/15/2018. 11min
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Episode 5 - Spirituality of Fundraising
Fundraising. It’s something that we as entrepreneurs all have to tackle at some point. In this week’s FDE podcast episode, we examine the different issues that are associated with fundraising. You'll hear Henry note at the outset that this particular episode is a bit more weighted for the social entrepreneur or ministry entrepreneur....but I hope you'll agree that the mindset on fundraising is very relevant for entrepreneurs of all types. J. Paul Fridenmaker from Generosity Path joins us for this discussion.
5/8/2018. 27min
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Episode 4 - When It Doesn't Work Out
In this week's podcast, we tackle the issue of how to let people go....and how to do it in a way that honors them and honors God.
5/1/2018. 19min
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Episode 3 - Projections
In this podcast we discuss how to make a long-term projection and feel comfortable in your spirit that you are being honest when speaking with potential investors and employees.
4/24/2018. 12min
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Episode 2 - Culture
In this episode, we will discuss the importance of culture in your organization.
4/10/2018. 21min
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Episode 1 - Origin
The origin podcast will tell you the "why" behind this podcast.
4/10/2018. 16min
Episode 368 What Entrepreneurs Get Wrong About Heaven | Randy Alcorn
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