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Encouraged By Love
The power of an encouraging word is amazing! Join us as we share encouraging stories told by inspiring everyday people.
If you are like many people you tune into NBC to watch the popular show The Shark Tank. Season 10 Episode 2 features the story of Keisha Jeremie. The Founder and CEO of Sanaia Applesauce faces the Sharks asking for $150,000 for 15 percent. In the course of the interview the business woman from New York, New York is on point in a impressive way. She knows her evaluation and all the information that the Sharks normally ask when they are being pitched. One by one the Sharks give their reasons and drop out just as Barbara Cochran’s deal is rejected by Jeremie, Kevin “Mr. Wonderful” O'Leary gets straight to the point with his loaded statement. “We’ve been through this. We’ve all looked at food products and I am not saying your wrong but it is risky...and your not full time.Which I gotta tell you really bothers me, if you really believe this you’d quit your job and be telling me that you don't sleep on weekends.” By questioning Jeremie on her commitment to her product O’Leary draws blood to which she responds “I am the breadwinner for my family.” Almost immediately Cuban chimes in “Look you have a presence about you, you know this, you have a power about you, what I have not been convinced of is that you're an entrepreneur.” This statement brings an uproar of conversation amongst the sharks. Robert Herjavec states that Jeremie not being all in is not an deal breaker. Meanwhile Jeremie becomes emotional and tears fill the corners of her eyes. Home Shopping mogule and Shark Lauri Greiner sees what is happening and ask “ Why are you tearing up.” “ I financially take care of so many people financially, this is the first thing I have ever done for myself.” Jeremie says through her controlled sobs. “ I would never squander my responsibilities to them but I am committed.” Once the amazing story of Jeremie’s personal story is uncovered Cuban speaks and offers $150,000.00 for a 25% stake in Sanaia. It all unfolded beautifully and the ending was sweet like cake but the lesson that people do not just buy products but they also buy the stories behind the products is powerful. The drive behind the story, the passion, the why is as important and valuable as the bottom line in many cases. I want to discuss some important tips to help you identify and develop your Why. TIP 1 - Clear Your Mind and Get Clear Don’t worry about the rest of what needs to be accomplished until you are clear about your Why. It is the foundation of the business you will build on it. Your true purpose will support the work you build on it so it is worth the wait. TIP 2 - Escape the Comfort Zone - The comfort zone is where people that are planning on never changing go to cash in their best life for the status quo! If you are planning to live here then you may very well not be an entrepreneur. Embrace the dissatisfaction of staying where you are for the temporary pain of growth. TIP 3 - Keep It Authentic - What makes a “WHY” so attractive to people is not how incredible it but rather it is the level of authenticity and relatability that the story contains. To this end keep it simple, keep it real and the authenticity will be undeniable. TIP 4 - What You Already Do Is a Clue - Don’t be bamboozled into believing that your “WHY” is a dramatic quest on scale of the quest for the Holy Grail. I do not believe that your why is hidden in distant lands, it is simply not that hidden in your life. In fact many of us that are still on the search for said purpose are missing the clues that are underneath our very noses. People already seek you out for the thing you do well. We often act out our values everyday. We move by what is most important to us. We just need to think is this a passion? Is it something that I would love to do for others? Is it something i would do for free?
Entrepreneurial Mindset - Derlene Hirtz https://archive.org/download/EntrepreneurialMindsetDerleneHirtz/Entrepreneurial%20Mindset%20-%20Derlene%20Hirtz.mp3
Organizations are more and more turning toward servant leadership to foster creative, trustworthy, and caring cultures. Dr. Crystal Davis and I discuss her new book Bloom Where You Are Planted: Reflections On Servant Leadership. We discuss servant leadership from the trust to authentic conversations. Join us and then go to Amazon and purchase her new book. https://archive.org/download/DrCrystalDavisBloomWhereYouArePlanted/Dr%20Crystal%20Davis%20Bloom%20Where%20You%20Are%20Planted.mp3
Nate Essary - Business For The Right Reasons Do you know your "WHY" as a entrepreneur? Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance Nate Essary discuses his journey to discovering his "WHY" in his entrepreneurial pursuits.
I sit down with Pastor Eric Burton as we discuss church planting. We discuss ups, downs, ins, outs, of building his ministry from the ground up.
SCOPE OF THE INTERVIEW
Life
Tell us about your upbringing?
Is there a childhood memory that is still a clear and relevant influencer of how you live today?
What in your life set and developed your work ethic?
Tell us about you family.
When it comes to your family what is your focus? Philosophy?
When it comes to your church family what is the focus? Philosophy?
Plant
What is the single most important lesson you have learned in the process of planting a work?
What does the name The Sycamore mean to you?
How did or do you keep fear in check?
Preplant what how did you prepare?
What adversity did you have to face to plant?
I’m interested to know what you have have discarded and was has been embraced?(thoughts and ideas)
Water
What is your interpretation of John 21:15-17
15. When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”
“Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.”
Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.”
- Again Jesus said, “Simon son of John, do you love me?”
He answered, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.”
Jesus said, “Take care of my sheep.”
- The third time he said to him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?”
Peter was hurt because Jesus asked him the third time, “Do you love me?” He said, “Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you.”
Jesus said, “Feed my sheep.
How do you approach feeding His sheep?
What advice would you give to a Preacher about the life of the church?
What do you believe is the heart of God for The Sycamore?
How can a Pastor gauge effectiveness of their ministry?
Increase
When I mention the word increase what does that word mean to you?
What in your opinion stops growth in a church and in our personal lives?
How do you go about building unity within your church?
What has been your most impactful program? (small groups, etc…)
How do you reach into surrounding communities?
Lightning Round
(I ask these questions to all my guests)
What is the best book you have read in the last 6 Months.
What is your life scripture?
Your favorite quote?
What is #1 on your bucket list
What is your greatest joy in life?
Will you take the next few moments and encourage us?
Whether you believe armed security should be a part of your church staff or not, the times we live in have changed. Join me as I talk with Nick Spencer of Strategos International about Church and what may be the new normal.
SCOPE OF THE INTERVIEW with Nick Spencer
Business Background
How long has your company been around?
Was the company always international?
What about your approach is different than others in the security space?
When did you spin up a focus on Churches? What was the moment when you knew it was time? How did it come about?
Securing Churches
What is your focus in creating a Church security plan?
I am curious what do you teach Churches to do? Not to do?
Do you see this kind of training being important to a churches insurance?
What is your advice to Pastors or church boards who are thinking about setting a team?
What services do you offer Churches?
Creating Awareness
Are there private classes we can take to train ourselves to be a problem for an gunman?
What are some things we can do to be aware of our environment?
What is the best approach if we find ourselves in a tough situation?
What if we encounter someone else who needs our help?
Creating a Safe Building
What do you suggest for people that are wanting to tighten security around the house?
What do you say to someone who might say this training is too expensive?
What kind of feedback is the company getting from those who have taken the training?
How can we get in touch with you and your organization?
Bio
Nick Spencer is a lead instructor and project manager for Strategos International. Nick is also
the founder and president of Keep Them S.A.F.E. LLC, an anti-abduction course for kids.
Nick began his professional career with United States Army, where he served as a team leader
for a tactical PSYOP team. During Nick’s 8-year enlistment he obtained the rank of E6, Staff
Sargent. Nick served in peacekeeping operations in Bosnia and spent 14 months in Iraq during
Operation Iraqi Freedom.
After his enlistment, Nick was hired by the Blue Springs Police Department, where he spent 7
years in patrol. Nick was also a member of the BSPD tactical team and was the training
coordinator and a lead instructor.
Nick is married to his best friend, and the love of his life, Nikki. The couple have two amazing
children. Nick and Nikki love serving at their church and volunteering as wish granters for the
Make-A- Wish foundation.
Today my guest is Darryl Golden. Among many titles like Husband, Father, Preacher, he is my brother. Join us as Darryl and I talk about sharing our faith on the job.
Dr. Crystal J. Davis, CEO As an expert servant leadership consultant, author, and independent Certified Coach, Teacher, and Speaker with the John Maxwell Team, Crystal brings an “others-centered” approach to helping great leaders build great organizations. CJD Consulting Solutions, LLC is a firm that helps organizations and leaders to improve business results by empowering authentic conversations encouraging members at all levels of the organization to build trust, awareness and meaningful contribution. From working with leaders to working with teams and individuals, Crystal helps people to envision the future of their organization, coaches them to harness the skills needed to think future-forward, and assesses the organizational culture to develop frameworks that will create high performing teams. Crystal considers the comprehensive scope of an organization and its people. Crystal is the author of two books, Leading from Within: The Spirituality of Servant Leadership (2014), Leadership and Followership: Examining the Impact on Workplace Behavior (2017). Her research interests are in the areas of servant leadership, organizational development and culture, change management, and diversity in management. Crystal holds a BA in Journalism and Mass Communications from Kansas State University, an MHR in Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma, and a Doctorate in Management specializing in Organizational Leadership from the University of Phoenix. http://archive.org/download/Dr.CrystalDavisServantLeadership/Dr.%20Crystal%20Davis%20-%20Servant%20Leadership.mp3
Dave and Renee Chronister are founders of Parameter Security an ethical hacking firm that was born out of the need to better protect our businesses, government, health care, financial and educational institutions and various organizations globally from vicious hackers. Join me and this husband and wife duo as we talk about balancing Life, Love and Business! SCOPE OF THE INTERVIEW 1. Life a. Dave what was it like growing up in STL? b. Cutting your teeth on technology at the age of 5 what was the draw? c. What from your childhood attributes to your success? d. If given the opportunity what personal investment would make again? 2. Making the Jump to Entrepreneur a. Why did you go into business for yourself. b. Do you remember the day when you made a decision to strike out on your own? c. In your opinion what kind of preparations should we made before any entrepreneur makes the big jump? d. What about fear, how do you manage it? e. I have heard of ups and downs of the entrepreneurial experience where confidence spikes and drops out. Have you experienced that and how do you get out deal with that. f. What would you say is the biggest challenge for those who want to close the gap between their 9 to 5 and owning their own business? g. Even if we prepare harder than anyone around us. Will there be challenges that we cannot be prepared for? How do we manage those challenges? 3. Your Experiences a. Now that you are in a successful place in your business do you look back at the start of your work fondly. b. In those initial months who did share your dreams with? c. Do you think it is important to be selective about who you share your dream with? d. What launched you as a first and foremost expert ethical hacking? e. How many years have you been in this line of work? f. How can people get in touch with you? g. What events do you have coming up that we should be aware of? Lightning Round (I ask these questions to all my guests) 1. Where are you in the next 5 years? 2. Best book you have ever read? 3. Favorite Quote? Life Quote 4. Star Wars or Game of Thrones 5. What in your opinion should be first and Foremost in the mind of an entrepreneur who is in transition between a 9 to 5 and a dream job/ business? https://archive.org/download/LifeLoveAndBusiness/Life%20Love%20and%20Business.mp3
CHRIS ROBINSON FOUNDER OF R3 COACHINGChris Robinson is the founder of R3 Coaching, a company dedicated to the development of individuals and businesses. His speaker/leadership training as well as his one-on-one coaching has influenced his client’s trajectory towards success.Chris is an international speaker and executive coach, who has spoken before crowds as large as 4,500. On a weekly basis, he trains small groups within varied organizations. He has dedicated his life to enhancing others, by speaking/teaching on leadership, personal and professional development.Chris’s leadership beginnings started while he was a sales representative, for one the largest vehicle services contract service providers in the U.S. Within a five year period, he quickly advanced 4 positions to Senior Sales Manager. He continued to develop his leadership strengths while overcoming his weaknesses by helping to grow the company from a staff of 18 employees to over 700. While experiencing such a tremendous growth and recognizing his impact, he sought greater, for himself, which led to the birth of R3 Coaching.Chris has the ability to assess a situation, recognize the problem, and lay a solid workable plan of action that empowers the business or individual involved, to create life-altering success. Whether it is a team of 200 telemarketers, a new business without clear direction, or an individual looking to climb the corporate ladder, He will get you where you want to go. His training will enrich your attitude, rekindle your determination to succeed, and expand your self-confidence. You’ll come away empowered, centered, and focused on your determined goals. http://archive.org/download/FAF2ChrisRobinsonWhatEveryEntrepreneurNeedsToKnow/FAF2%20Chris%20Robinson%20What%20Every%20Entrepreneur%20Needs%20to%20Know.mp3
Join me as I talk with Chad Johnson. Author of his first book, One Thousand Risks. One Thousands Risks is the encouraging and inspiring account of living fully reliant on God’s grace and following the direction of the Holy Spirit.
SCOPE OF THE INTERVIEW
Congradulations and Thank You
Congratulations on your book One Thousand Risks.
The Life
Did anything in your life prepare you for this unique journey with Jesus?
Which was more nerve racking, leaving a well paying job or asking the first person “May I pray with you”?
What was the general consensus when you left your job for what is essentially full time ministry?
Was there fear? (If so) How did you manage that fear?
In the book you mention you wonderful wife Beth, and the fact that she was on board day one. Where there those that were not?
The Mission
Your book One Thousands Risks - is the encouraging and inspiring account of living fully reliant on God’s grace and following the direction of the Holy Spirit as you prayed for others. Will you share with us the substance of the idea of one thousand risks and how it came to be?
Looking back over the almost 740 days you followed the leading of the Holy Spirit. How do you remember that day?
Before we talk about these rich stories of healing...Just What is the Unremarkable Old and the Messy Extravagant?
In your forward you use the word disciple. Can you tell us the weight of that distinctive word in your life from teenager through the amazing stories you share with the reader?
In this book you are sincere and intentional about your reach to the saved and unsaved alike that happened while you were taking the risks right?
The Power of Prayer
There is so much awesomeness to this book I really don’t know where to begin. What have you learned and what should we know about being open to praying for others?
Of the 1000 times you prayed for people, how many made it to the book?
Risk Number 125 is one of my favorite risk in the book what is you most favorite risk?
What are your hopes for one who reads One Thousand Risks?
Among the stories of God moving in the lives of those you prayed for, there were those who for whatever reason we did not see change. Did you face doubt?
What was your private time with the Lord like during this time?
Lightning Round
(I ask these questions to all my guests)
Best book you have read in the past year?
Best book you have ever read?
Best advice you ever received?
In your opinion What is one thing that everyone should experience at least once in there life?
What is your favorite quote?
Your life verse?
Laziness has never been a great thing and not much has changed. There is some good news about being lazy that you may not know. Join me as I dig into what we can do about Breaking Lazy out of our lives for good.
Danny B. is a new era MC with the work ethic of the greatest Hip Hop legends. His music is loaded with enough beats to get the party started or ride through the city bobbing your head with flawless lyrical and clever lyrics. Check out the first episode of First and Foremost as I sit down with Danny and talk about the his hustle and his dreams of moving the crowd with music. http://archive.org/download/TheHustleAndTheDream/The%20Hustle%20and%20The%20Dream.mp3
Life has many challenges that only the bravest of us will overcome. It stand to reason that there will be pitfalls in the pursuit of your dreams. I mean we all now it won’t be a cakewalk to be successful, it takes work. Some of what we will face is so difficult, that frankly it threatens our desire, to leap into what we fear, the unknown. Given enough thought we can actually overthink what we are wanting to do and kill all the momentum that once drove us forward. Don’t let this be you, don’t let fear stop your momentum. Face your fears with truth of God.
EP 6 The Family Toolbox: Re-Engaging the Family
With the growth of mobile technologies and expanding business opportunities many are being called away to conquer business on the road. Join my conversation with Perry and Diana Dodge of Amazing Marriages as we discuss how to re-engage your family through long stretches of time. Hear how to build the bonds that will revolutionize how you engage your family.
http://www.amazingmarriages.com/
He's back just in time for the Holidays. Personal Trainer and Online Fitness Coach Thomas Smith discusses selecting a great gym, building up your courage, becoming consistent and how these disciplines are important to your over health effort. PLUS The 28 Day "No Weight Gain" Challenge! All on this episode of Encouraged by Love.
Episode 004 Love, Life and the Pursuit of Happiness.
Billy Williams is an talented artist, and loving family. Join me as we discuss Life, Art and the Pursuit of Happiness. To include his upbringing, influences and the legacy he desires to leave behind. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and comment.
Today, be encouraged to trust on the Great I AM! I discuss my discovery about the popular I AM statement designed to change your thinking so that it changes your being.
On April 30th, 2009, Involved in a head on car accident that left him hanging on to his faith and fighting for life. Pastor Lesh Johnson shares his story of that fateful day, ministry, and a testimony of how the Lord continues to guide him through life.
My guest is Thomas Smith. Thomas, owner and lead Personal Trainer of Edgefit Training answers questions about regaining ground on those health goals that have been long forgotten.
http://www.edgefittraining.com/