Connecting Faith and Work: Recent Episodes
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Gain insight into connecting your faith values and the work you do each week through interviews with guests who model the Christian worldview and conversations about living out faith in the marketplace. Connecting Faith and Work is a resource of Ambassadors for Business.
Hear excerpts from a few of our most listened to episodes of 2021! Special Guests: Dale Witherington, Gerald Duran, Gretchen Stevenson, and Mike Henry Sr..
Bob Lambert, founder of successful start-up companies, author, and radio talk show host of Faith Marketplace, shares his journey of learning how to bring his faith into the marketplace, and guiding principles he has learned along the way. In this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Bob highlights practical actions you can take in your life as you seek to connect faith and work. You will leave this conversation with Bob encouraged to work with excellence and show your faith to those you interact with each week. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Bob Lambert.
Ron Johnson, professor, customer service professional, and author, unpacks his experience sharing his Christian faith with others and how God makes an impact on all areas of our life when we invite Him in. In this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Ron shares his deep appreciation for education and the journey he took to find his place as a professor. You will leave this conversation with Ron encouraged to invite God into your life and work as you see how God responds to your invitation. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Ron Johnson.
Gina Lokken, professional coach, speaker, author, and trainer specializing in strengths-based leadership and team building shares techniques she utilizes to help clients move past what they originally thought was possible. In this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Gina talks about the importance of learning and growth in life. Coaching and mentoring provides a space to work with someone who believes in you, maybe even before you believe in yourself. You will leave this conversation with Gina encouraged to see yourself how God sees you, and discern the next steps in your life. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Gina Lokken.
Leslie Jackson, speaker, author, and racecar driver, shares how she combines faith and fun in her life in her personal and business endeavors. In this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Leslie talks about her career and the path that led her to co-founding a roofing company with her husband. She also describes the two books she has written, and how she hopes they help others process and release the struggles they carry in life. You will leave this conversation with Leslie encouraged to seek hope and healing in your life. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Leslie Jackson.
Robb Hiller, CEO of Performance SolutionsMN, coaches business leaders through the process of finding the right talent to meet the needs of the company. In this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Robb shares his testimony of how he came to faith in Jesus Christ, and the lessons he learned from that experience about asking the right questions. He believes asking the right questions is key in coaching and mentoring. You will leave this conversation with Robb inspired by his story of facing health challenges and using the Power of 3 to navigate through life. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Robb Hiller.
Dale Henry, founder of Critical Insight Group, Real World Super Hero Academy, and The Abundance Group, helps develop leaders, teams, and coaches people to find and develop their strengths. On this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Dale shares how he started his businesses, and the freedom he found as he launched companies aligned with Christian values. He also talks about developing influence, and how leading from influence rather than power benefits organizations and teams. You will leave this conversation with Dale encouraged to find ways to display Christian values in your workplace as you care for the people around you. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Dale Henry.
Carl Wesley Anderson, founder of Born to Blaze Ministries and author of Love Speaks, shares the value of inviting God to speak into your business and work decisions and the ways he has learned to hear God. On this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Carl shares stories about his life as an entrepreneur, author, and founder of a ministry. He also tells about the life-threatening cancer he faced and how he navigated decisions about treatment by seeking direction from God. You will leave this conversation with Carl encouraged to consider ways you can share simple testimonies of God's voice in your life with the people you encounter at work. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Carl Wesley Anderson.
Timothy Mahoney, author, filmmaker, and founder of Thinking Man Films, experienced a crisis of faith that led him to create films presenting evidence for biblical events. On this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Timothy talks about the journey his life took as he worked towards owning a production company. He discusses how God's purpose for his life has shaped the direction he took with his career. You will leave this conversation with Timothy inspired by the stories behind the documentaries he has created, and supported on your journey to finding the calling God has for your life. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Timothy Mahoney.
Os Hillman, author, speaker, and coach, helps men and women integrate their faith into their work life. He sees a gap between many people's faith life and what they do each week at work and his work includes resources to help business people and pastors learn what it means to connect faith and work. On this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Os shares practical ideas and resources aimed at equipping all Christians to develop a deeper understanding of what it means to view work as a place of ministry. He discusses the multifaceted purpose of a Christian owned business and the four elements that differentiate a Christian in business from others. You will leave this conversation with Os encouraged to listen to God's direction in your life, and tangible ways to respond to the purpose you are on earth to fulfil. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Os Hillman.
Mel Beaudry, a real estate agent in Elk River, Minnesota, shares the path he took that led him to becoming a real estate agent and how he supports clients through prayer and encouragement during the ups and downs of the home buying process. On this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Mel shares his personal faith testimony the story of how prayer has impacted the Elk River, MN community. He encourages all people to consider how prayer can impact the lives of those around them. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Mel Beaudry.
Sedrik Newbern, author and founder of Newbern Consulting, shares his experience of the value of being a mentor, and having mentors in your life. He tells the story of one young person he has mentored and the joy it has been to walk alongside them and share in the highs and lows of their life. On this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Sedrik discusses his philosophy of sharing faith with others: show in it your actions through visible love and respect people you encounter. He encourages listeners to look for unique ways to show their faith in their business or place of work as well. You will leave this conversation with Sedrik motivated to be authentic in your life and business and encouraged to show the love of Christ to the people you see each day. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Sedrik Newbern.
Erica Dvorak from Faith & Gather and host of the Faith Inspired Podcast believes sharing her faith first through her actions brings opportunities to share Jesus with those around her. Showing kindness, treating others well, and going above and beyond prompt conversations about why she makes the choices she does and give her a change to talk about her faith. Today Erica shares the path God has taken her on in her career that led her to start her own business. She highlights the importance of waiting on God in business and in life to allow Him to speak into the work you do. You will leave this conversation with Erica feeling supported in whatever season you find yourself in - whether a season of fast growth or a season of waiting and building behind the scenes. Be encouraged in your faith and equipped with ways to connect your faith and work. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Erica Dvorak.
Taylor Blom from Next Door Photos lauched his business with the goal of advancing God's kingdom and serving others. Today Taylor shares the ups and downs of starting a business and offers his perspective on how business is an incredible way to advance God's kingdom. He believes it is part of God's purpose that people connect and network with each other. You will leave this conversation with Taylor encouraged in your work, whether you are a mid-level manager, entry-level employee, or business owner. Discover ways to build your relationship with God and view your business as place to offer encouragement to others. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Taylor Blom.
Jeff Miller from HELLO This Is Jeff uses design to connect people to causes that matter. Today Jeff shares his passion for telling stories through branding and the importance of getting to know the people and stories behind the brand. He explains how a service mindset is a key part of the work he does. You will leave this conversation with Jeff encouraged in your journey to connect faith and work in your business. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Jeff Miller.
Brent Voight is a coach and mentor with Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He sees the high level of influence coaches have in the lives of the youth they coach and desires to use that influence to make disciples of Jesus. Today Brent shares the value of doing faith in a community of people and how all Christians, no matter their title or role, can evangelize and be a disciple maker. He shares how important it is to view your job as a calling so you can maximize your influence in the lives of those you interact with each day. You will leave this conversation with Brent encouraged by the most impactful things Brent does in his life as a disciple maker. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Brent Voight.
Jim and Martha Brangenberg believe your work is a ministry opportunity God has called you to. Today Jim and Martha share the importance of using discernment to filter the messages surrounding you about the importance of your work. They discuss how your gifts, talents, and abilities are given to you by God and are part of your witness for Christ. You will leave this conversation with Jim and Martha prepared to view your work as something you can do to the glory of God. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Jim and Martha Brangenberg.
Dave Kahle discovered in his study of the Bible that work is God's first choice of a venue to have a relationship with human beings. Today Dave shares how he has fulfilled multiple purposes from God in his career and his belief that you don't have to have just one purpose from God, you can have serial purposes. Dave sees God show up in work and wants you to view your job as something you do together with your Creator. You will leave this conversation with Dave with encouragement to do excellent work and develop Christian virtues so you can give the glory to God when opportunity arises. Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Dave Kahle.
Gretchen Stevenson from Gretchen Stevenson Ministries encourages Christians to consider how to share their faith through how they live at work and in their neighborhoods. Today Gretchen shares parts of the journey that brought her to where she is now in ministry, and how the faithfulness of God and trusted counsel from others guided her. Gretchen has a passion for serving and showing others how being a servant like Jesus increases their witness. You will leave this conversation with Gretchen with practical ways to consider how your actions appear to others, and encouragement that God longs to spend time with you and teach you through His word, the Bible. Listen and subscribe to Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! Special Guest: Gretchen Stevenson.
Kevin Mitchell of Transform Your World has witnessed God respond in powerful ways to the prayers of himself and others. Today Kevin shares the impact prayer can have on your work and the relationships you have with people in the marketplace, and he tells two stories from his career that illustrate how God works through the prayers of His people. You'll leave this conversation with Kevin with new ideas for viewing your work as God's work, and ways you can use prayer to help connect your faith and work. Leave a review of the show to help more listeners find the Connecting Faith and Work podcast! Special Guest: Kevin Mitchell.
Mike Henry of Follower of One believes sharing your faith means living in accordance with what you claim to believe. Today Mike shares how viewing your workplace as a mission field changes how you interact with the people around you and the five things he teaches believers to do every day at work. Mike knows, based on the Bible, that you will be given the opportunity to answers questions from others about your faith, and he wants you to be equipped to answer well. You'll leave this conversation with Mike with practices you can put into place in your life to help you be a witness for Jesus in the marketplace and inspiration for how you can appreciate and serve those you work with. Leave a review of the show to help more listeners find the Connecting Faith and Work podcast! Special Guest: Mike Henry Sr..
Presented by Ambassadors for Business: Lisa Richter, Aimee Lee, and Kathy Mueller bring the music of the Andrews Sisters to life! The Andrews Sisters were the most popular female act of the 1930’s and 40’s. The trio's trademark close harmony singing, nimble delivery, and effervescent smiles defined the jitterbugging and boogie-woogie crazes of the World War II era. Join us live or via livestream for this Andrews Sisters Revue! Bring a friend or gather your whole family at home!
Dale Witherington from Restore Minnesota equips pastors to equip their congregations to fulfill the call God has placed on each individual. He is passionate about helping Christians realize their role in the world as witnesses for Christ in the marketplace. Gain practical wisdom from Dale in this episode as he shares his philosophy of ministry and practical ways you can share your faith at work. Leave a review of the show to help more listeners find the Connecting Faith and Work podcast! Special Guest: Dale Witherington.
Gerald Duran from Cana Global saw first hand as a young entrepreneur how reading the Bible and asking God for wisdom brings success. Today Gerald shares stories about God's guidance from his career as a serial entrepreneur, and the journey God took him on to build an online learning community for faith-driven entrepreneurs and dreamchasers. Gerald places a high priority on reading the Bible daily and relying on God for the wisdom he needs to find success. You will leave this conversation with Gerald with the knowledge that the Bible is a book of promises, and practical take-aways to help you discover your purpose and share your faith in the workplace. Listen and subscribe to Connecting Faith and Work on your favorite podcast platform! connectingfaithandwork Special Guest: Gerald Duran.
*Introducing Colleen Burrs, the new host of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast! * Today Colleen shares how God led her to Ambassadors for Business, and equipped her for her role as Chief Operations Officer. In her work and life Colleen leans heavily on lessons she learned about faith and work from her father. Growing up she saw firsthand what it was to view your business as your ministry. Join Colleen on the 10th, 20th, and 30th of each month to hear stories and wisdom from guests who bring their faith to work in an intentional way. You will walk away from each episode knowing practical take-aways you can apply to your connecting faith and work journey. You matter to us! G7 is a place to grow your faith by building connections with other business leaders to network and build your faith while increasing your bottom line. To find a group near you... visit www.g7networking.com connectingfaithandworkpodcast Thank you to our partner for this episode! G7 Networking - Visit www.g7networking.com to learn about groups forming right now!
Author, speaker, and content creator Dave Kahle focuses on two things as he helps Christians build Biblical Businesses: excellence and influence. "I help [Christians in business] have an excellent business, and at the same time expand the influence of their business to be a powerful entity in the kingdom." - Dave Kahle Dave's passion for building biblical businesses started when he looked at the Bible and asked himself, "does God think of business as an entity?" In this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Dave shares what he discovered as he uncovered examples of business in the Bible. He also shares resources he has developed for Christians in business who want to invite God into their work. Resources referenced in this episode: - Biblical Business Assessment (https://www.thebiblicalbusiness.com/business-assessment/) - 7 Key Initiatives E-Book (https://www.thebiblicalbusiness.com/7-key-initiatives/) - Subscribe to Dave's E-Zines (https://www.thesalesresourcecenter.com/ezine-subscribe/) - The Good Book on Business (https://www.thebiblicalbusiness.com/good-book-on-business/) Connect with Dave Kahle: - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davekahle/) - Email info@davekahle.com - Visit his website (https://www.davekahle.com/) Special Guest: Dave Kahle.
Diversity Without Unity is Chaos and Unity Without Diversity is Blind... So, how do we get there? At Ambassadors for Business we believe unity starts with finding common ground - via understanding each other. That's why we're hosting what we pray will become a recurring event called Thrive! Common Ground. We desire for our community to keep asking the difficult questions, listening, and having dialogue that brings understanding without casting stones. In finding common ground we can begin to unite and make progress toward toward a just society where the vision of our country's forefathers can be realized. Panelists Include: Stephen Crawford: Stephen graduated from North Central University with a degree in Urban Studies. He received a Master's of Divinity and Transformational Leadership as well as a Doctorate in Emerging Leadership from Bethel University. He is a certified business coach and corporate trainer with Experience Leadership affiliates of the John Maxwell Team. Latoya Jones Burrell: LaToya Jones Burrell, JD, MBA serves as Dean of Graduate Education and Accreditation at North Central University. Her career has included practicing law and teaching and leading in higher education. She is licensed to practice law in Louisiana and Minnesota and her practice areas have focused on bankruptcy, mass torts, complex litigation and business consulting. Duane Coleman: Duane Coleman is the President and founder of Dashboard Interactive Marketing. Duane's company has been in business since 2006 and they help small and medium-sized businesses increase visibility on Google and other digital platforms and they leverage deep dive analytics to help their clients generate new sales leads and sell products online. Bill Bojan: In 2008 Bill founded Integrated Governance Solutions, LLC (IGS), an organization whose goal is to support achievement of a higher standard of board and risk governance within the marketplace and other realms of institutions such as nonprofits, academia, and government. Since 2018 Bill has served as a Director in the Business Risk Services practice of CliftonLarsonAllen bringing next generation governance to clients in the health care, financial institutions, and nonprofit/public sector industries. Bill Green: Bill Green has served in Christian Education and Higher Education Administration for over 30 years. He has participated in various capacities for enrollment, retention, student development, and administration at the local, national and international levels. Special Guest: Jeff Sidner.
Mike Henry Sr. is from Follower of One in Tulsa Oklahoma. He previously worked in IT Leadership and became a Christian after already establishing his career. When he came to know Christ, he was frustrated with the struggle of integrating his faith and his workplace. After speaking with different pastors about overseas missions' trips, he realized that the workplace is just as much a mission field as anywhere. His passion is to help workplace Christians make their worktime count. He speaks on the background of the Marketplace Mission Trip and what to expect when going on this mission's trip. He explains how every missions’ trip purpose is to go somewhere to build relationships with people in order to be able to share the gospel and that going to work every day is no different. Mike explains Follower of One’s five steps that anyone can do every day to help become a marketplace missionary: Pray Appreciate people Know what you believe Serve others Speak for yourself Each Marketplace Mission Trip is a two week experience that happens virtually through daily tasks, emails, and phone calls with others on the mission trip. Find more information about Follower of One here: https://followerofone.org Learn more about going on a Marketplace Mission Trip or to register for the next one here: https://followerofone.org/marketplace-mission-trips/ Special Guest: Mike Henry Sr..
At Ambassadors for Business we believe unity starts with finding common ground - via understanding each other. That's why we're hosting what we pray will become a monthly event called Thrive! Common Ground. We desire for our community to keep asking the difficult questions, listening, and having dialogue that brings understanding without casting stones. In finding common ground we can begin to unite and make progress toward toward a just society where the vision of our country's forefathers can be realized. Guest panelists included: Stephen Crawford, Owner of Experience Leadership Ron McConico, CEO of McConico and Associates Bill Green, Director of Multicultural and International Affairs Brenton Carroll, Student at North Central University Jeff Sidner, Owner, National Karate South Minneapolis, Hopkins, Bloomington
Small business owner Jeff Sidner has been in the martial arts industry for 30 years and one of his karate studios is located in south Minneapolis. He is very invested in that community, and has a passion for impacting the people there through martial arts. In this episode, Jeff shares his perspective on the challenges facing the black community and the response the nation has witnessed to the death of George Floyd. Jeff also responds to some of the hard questions and common talking points in the conversation about racial injustice. He lends his voice as a Christian, business owner, and black man to this challenging, but needed, conversation. Special Guest: Jeff Sidner.
Listen to a recent message Roger Thompson of Berean Baptist Church shared with his Ironworks men's group about COVID-19. Here's a quick note from Roger to go along with the message: "My mind and heart are in the spin cycle every day. I bounce between the maddening constrictions and confusion pumped at me daily and the timeless encouragements of God's presence and promises. To elevate my spirit above the flood, I wrote these questions in my journal. I hope they will help you orient your heart as well. 8 Questions for Every Day Is the sovereign Lord still reigning? Does Jesus have a plan for this day? Does Jesus have a purpose for my life today? Will the Holy Spirit be guiding me today? Am I available when he directs me? Am I willing to surrender to him? Will I rest in his provision? Will I diligently accept any assignment he gives me today? There's no getting around it: we are in serious times. We need to be informed, but we need also to be infused with God's purpose and confidence. Take a deep breath of courage and hope as you ask yourself these questions." - Roger Thompson
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The events referenced in this episode were cancelled due to COVID-19. In the final installment of this series, Chuck Proudfit shares real life examples of what he call Biznistry. Biznistry is business and ministry integrated together in a kingdom enterprise. Be inspired to explore ways to connect business and ministry in your community! Chuck encourages listeners to not despise small beginnings. It is fun to hear big stories like the ones he shares, but they started where you are and built out the concept over time. Biznistry book - https://www.amazon.com/Biznistry-Transforming-Lives-Through-Enterprise/dp/0615938825/ref=tmmpapswatch0?encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= At Work on Purpose - Free Biznistry Teaching Seminars: https://atworkonpurpose.org/videos-category/training-videos/biznistry-bootcamp/ The events referenced in this episode were cancelled due to COVID-19.
The April 16th events referenced in this episode were cancelled due to COVID-19. Chuck Proudfit expounds on the five primary spiritual struggles Christians face at work, and the spiritual solutions to these struggles. These five choices are what make up the Choices Profile that Chuck is bringing to people in workplace. Be encouraged by the stories Chuck shares and the lessons he has learned from implementing the Choices Profile into his own life and business. Find practical ways you can reframe how you think about faith, work, and the intersection of the two in your life. Learn more about Chuck and his work by visiting www.atworkonpurpose.org The April 16th events referenced in this episode were cancelled due to COVID-19.
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The April 16th events referenced in this episode were cancelled due to COVID-19. Chuck Proudfit's journey to faith was triggered by his frustrations with work. The first project he was assigned as young brand manager left him feeling empty and less than inspired. He was totally depressed when a still, small voice reminded me of the friends he had in college who had faith. He started exploring religion and philosophy and came to Christ at age 31 as a young working professional. Over the years Chuck learned how to weave his faith into his work. When he started to see the fruit of that he was hungry for other people to experience it. He started reaching out to working Christians who had an interest in this idea of bringing faith to work to start a discussion group. Over six months word spread and they had grown to over 300 people who wanted to get involved. Chuck began to meet with these different Christians and learning about how they were integrating their faith into the work they did each week. Before he knew it what was emerging was a decentralized and organic model - a network of people tied together through relationship - with these different workplace initiatives. At Work on Purpose ended up being born as a ministry to help curate existing workplace initatives. Chuck became convinced that they needed to get really good at understanding how to equip working Christians with a straight-forward framework that would be action oriented. He decided to do a research project about how Christians experience faith application at work and the feedback that came was that there are five overarching spiritual struggles that we face at work regardless of what we do. For each one of them there is a spiritual solution we can deploy. This became the framework for the Choices Profile that we package in a product called Mission to Monday. To close out this episode, Chuck explains the five spritual struggles Christians face in the workplace, and the solutions to them. Learn more about the ministry of At Work on Purpose by visiting their website: Go to www.atworkonpurpose.org The April 16th events referenced in this episode were cancelled due to COVID-19.
Join Bob Willbanks and a panel of guests as they discuss trusting God and making wise decisions in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis the world is facing. Join a Thrive! Connect meeting for more encouargement and support throughout your week: https://business.afbnl.com/eventcalendar Reference Links: William J. Bennett Article - https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2020/04/06/anadvantageddiseaseindeed142867.html COVID-19 John’s Hopkins Map - https://www.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/bda7594740fd40299423467b48e9ecf6 World Meters - https://www.worldometers.info/
Devin Dickel, church relations lead at Open USA, interacts with churches and colleges to cast vision for using business to transform the world for Christ. He comes alongside what God is doing in churches and schools, and looks for ways to partner with them in their efforts to bring Christ to the marketplace. Devin talks about how the sacred/secular divide is rooted in the idea that some vocations are more important to God and those who do them are more important to God. Everyone else is supposed to make money to support those who do the important work. This leads to marketplace workers feeling that God doesn't care about their work, or how they do their work. Through his work at Open USA, Devin is helping people consider what it means to be a someone who loves like Christ in the marketplace. Practical action: Write out a description of your work on a piece of paper. Once you have that, write out a prayer right next to it about how you want to devote and dedicate every aspect of what you just wrote about your work to God. "...you yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ." - 1 Peter 2:5 Questions about prayer to consider: 1. Are you talking to God about the specific details of your work? 2. Are you praying regularly for 3-5 co-workers you see in your office? 3. Do you ask to pray with your co-workers when they tell you about needs in their life? Our love needs to look different - consider small, yet meaningful, ways to show love in your workplace. Unless the Holy Spirit prompts you to share the whole Gospel, it is best to not say too much too quickly. Wait until they are hungry to share the whole Gospel. Listen to the Lord and follow His prompting. Make little things a part of your routine. Download the AFB Bible App: - Apple App Store (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/afb-bible-app/id1236212095?mt=8) - Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gotandem.wlafbbibleapp)
Host Bob Willbanks interviews Chris Fleck, an Ambassadors for Business board member and legacy planning expert, on the topic of estate planning and being good stewards of the resources God has given us. Join Ambassadors for Business, North Central University's legacy planning team, and Generations Legal Services on March 12th for an overview presentation of the four key pieces of a strong estate plan. It is important to get the conversation started, and this event will do just that. Find more details about the March 12th, 2020 Big Event here (https://business.afbnl.com/eventcalendar/Details/big-event-legacy-planning-educational-presentation-who-will-inherit-the-mess-162799?sourceTypeId=Website).
Devin Dickel, church relations lead at Open USA, interacts with churches and colleges to cast vision for using business to transform the world for Christ. He comes alongside what God is doing in churches and schools, and looks for ways to partner with them in their efforts to bring Christ to the marketplace. Devin finds that churches start from many different points when it comes to how they view the importance of sacred and secular work. In a lot of churches, Devin sees a divide between jobs that are viewed as sacred (pastor, missionary, etc) and jobs that are viewed as secular (accountant, architect, etc). Devin asks questions and seeks to understand where each church stands on this topic so he can bring forward Biblical principles and new perspectives to get people thinking and talking about the role of all work in the lives of Christians. "A church that looks like Jesus from a vocational perspective will respect all the vocations in the church - seeing them as equally pleasing to God." - Devin Dickel After Devin shares about the work he does with Open USA, the conversation shifts to thinking about the common divide between sacred and secular work in the minds of Christians. Devin presents the fact that in Scripture we see Christ working in a traditionally secular role - as a carpenter - and later in life we see him in what would be considered a sacred role - preaching the good news of the Gospel. Drawing from the Biblical principles, Devin shows how Christians can learn from Christ's example and strive to be more life Christ in how we view our work and the work that others do. To learn more about Open USA, visit their website (www.openusa.net).
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Peter Demos was exposed to church and Christianity from a very young age. Through his exposure to people to claimed to be Christians, but didn't lead faith-filled lives, he became very antagonistic towards Christians. His experiences in college encouraged this attitude. When he met his wife, faith - or the lack thereof - was something they kept quiet. When Peter gave his life to Christ, he started exploring what it meant to give every part of his life and business over to God as a ministry and a mission field. "We started by changing the business over to God for him to use as a ministry and mission field." - Peter Demos One question Peter addressed was "how does Jesus define success?" Jesus defines success as going and sharing the Gospel. As Christians, we must take care not to separate that command from what we do each week. "If all things we do, we do to the glory of God, then that includes our business." - Peter Demos Peter notes that as a culture, we have gotten away from an understanding that the Bible directs our paths. Peter notes that every time he reads the Bible, he makes sure he has a pen handy so he can note insights he sees. He has read the Bible every day since he gave His life over to God, and he still finds passages to meditate deeply on and truths that speak into this life. Peter shares a few ways he ensures he is keeping God in the center of everything he does in his life and business: 1. Have a faith mentor 2. Pray and fast on a regular basis 3. Set appointments in your calendar to meet with God 4. Speak, "Lord, I trust you," aloud when you encounter fear Find Peter's book, Afraid to Trust, and other resources by visiting his website (https://afraidtotrust.com/).
Kristina Bonfe faced a 10-year stint of depression and a severe eating disorder. As she cycled in and out of treatement facilities she encountered the question, "what gives you energy?" As she processed this question, a vision of mountians flashed through her mind. Kristina headed to Colorado and climbed the fifty-five 'fourteener' mountians in 87 days while living in her car. This experience of overcoming doubt, fear, and depression totally transformed her and gave her freedom. Now Kristina shares her story and the transformation she went through with those she comes into contact with. "My call is to wake up the royal warrior within us... to make a stand for God." - Kristina Bonfe Kristina firmly believes that people need a new perspective in order to change behavior, so they can have a new life. By pursuing the mind of Christ, we find that perspective. Kristina shares that the only way we get the mind of Christ is if we are in His word, the Bible. As we believe the truth of His word, we come to know our identity in Christ and new habits and behaviors form out of that knowledge. "Christians should be the most confident people on the planet." - Kristina Bonfe Kristina encourages Christians to give God the "how" of your journey. God may have given you a dream and you know it is from Him and it will give Him honor and glory. Don't worry about the "how" - leave that to God - just take the next step and you'll get there. Instagram: @KristinaBonfe Website: www.kristinabonfe.com
If you've listened to episode 59 and episode 60 of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, you'll know we've been taking a deep dive into how striving and abiding work together as we connect faith and work. Today, Dr. Ronald Hanson of OrthoCure Clinic, lends his perspective and experience to the conversation. Dr. Hanson reached a point in his career where he couldn't go any further in his field. He had mastered the most advanced techniques and had the ability to learn new techniques as they came onto the scene. He had to stop and ask himself, "what else is there?" He started shifting his mindset and focusing on allowing God to work through Him. As he used his time, energy, and gifts for the good of others as God directed him, he realized he had more to give than he ever could have imagined. "Don't hold onto the blessings God gives you; release them into the world around you." - Dr. Ronald Hanson Dr. Hanson shares two things to consider as you start shifting your own mindset: No one in this world has ever truly harmed you. Nothing in your life that you've experienced is bad. Learn more about Dr. Hanson's work at OrthoCure by visiting their website (https://orthocureclinic.com/).
Stephen Crawford of Experience Leadership joins host Bob Willbanks to share his perspective on resolving the tension between striving and abiding. "We choose to stop ourselves from following our impulses in order to allow God to have His way. That is one of the most significant strengths we can approach our faith with." - Stephen Crawford Take some time to explore these resources and events related to the conversation on today's episode: Listen to Episode 59: Are You Striving To Abide In Christ (https://www.connectingfaithandwork.com/59) with host Bob Willbanks Find a Thrive! Connecting Faith and Work event near you (https://www.afbnl.com/thrive/). Check out the details for the Live2Lead Minneapolis event (https://business.afbnl.com/eventcalendar/Details/live2lead-minneapolis-126034?sourceTypeId=Website) Learn more about Stephen Crawford's work at Experience Leadership here (https://experienceleadership.com/)!
Are you striving to be successful in life while disregarding Christ? Or do you think abiding in Christ means you can slack off on your commitments and responsibilities? Rather, we should strive to trust and abide in Christ so God can transform us into His likeness over time. Join Connecting Faith and Work host Bob Willbanks and producer Larry Kutzler as they discuss how to strive towards abiding in Christ in our day to day lives. Challenge: Consider the Fruits of the Spirit. Are they one or two words that illuminate why you are working so hard. Which ones are you striving towards? How can you abide in Christ in that area of your life? Scripture to reflect on: ""Has not my hand made all these things, and so they came into being?" declares the LORD. "These are the ones I look on with favor: those who are humble and contrite in spirit, and who tremble at my word."" - Isaiah 66:2 For more on Striving and Abiding listen to Episode 38 of Connecting Faith and Work (https://www.connectingfaithandwork.com/38) with guest Mark Pavola.
Jim and Martha Brangenberg co-host a radio show about marketplace ministry and bridging the gap between Sunday and the 9-5 work week. In this episode of Connecting Faith and Work they share practical ways to integrate your faith and work. Jim and Martha did not always have an integrated theology in regards to the connection between faith and work. "Early on in our marriage we were taught by other Christians around us that 'business is business and church is church. They have nothing to do with each other.'" - Jim Brangenberg Despite this divide between their faith and work, Martha shares that they weren't neglecting to fulfil their responsibilities at their jobs altough in looking back she sees there was a lack of purpose at work. "We believed in doing work with excellence and we did that. But we felt we had to hurry up and finish work so we could host Bible study, serve at church, etc. Our faith wasn't being activated in our 9-5 jobs." Jim and Martha are seeing that the marketplace ministry movement is not exclusive to just one area of work. All work matters to God whether you are a stay-at-home parent, a c-suite executive, or a small business employee. There are hundreds of books and organizations emerging all across the country and world to help equip Christians to bring their faith to work. What do you say to a compartmentalized person? - Ask how that is working for them? If Jesus cares about the details of our lives, He cares about our work. - Do you believe God gave your the skills you have? Do you believe He equipped you for your work? - How can you minister to the people around you at work? Jim shares that too many Christians have been taught they can live two lives: their church life and their other life. Becoming a Christian impacts every part of our life. Our lives are never the same after. We are impacted by who Jesus is. This must impact our 9-5 work. Finally, Jim and Martha share practical steps Christians can take to start integrating their faith and work. Learn more about iWork4Him by visiting their website: www.IWork4Him.com
God is working through Cody James to bring the Gospel to hundreds of jail inmates in the midwest. In this episode of Connecting Faith and Work, Bob Willbanks interviews Cody about his story and you'll get to hear his song "Right Here Waiting." Cody grew up with a Christian mother, and his father left the family when he was young. This left Cody feeling like he was no good and he started down a path of unhealthy habits. Cody's mother encouraged him to take the chance and try to have a career in the music industry. After playing in Nashville for a year, he landed a job writing songs for other artists. During this season of his life, Cody's mother died and he took a turn for the worst. Cody was incarcerated a few times, and when the Gospel turned his life around God called him to go back and tell other inmates about the hope of the Gospel. Hear Cody James live and fellowship with the Ambassadors for Business community at the August 13th, 2019 summer fundraiser and picnic. RSVP here (https://afbnl.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/2rOVoo2L)! Learn more about Cody's ministry by visiting his website: www.codyjames.org Download Cody's songs here: https://store.cdbaby.com/Artist/CodyJames
RightNow Media @ Work provides Christian business leaders with an online library of videos to provide to employees. Bob Willbanks interviews Richard Coffey from RightNow Media @ Work in this episode of Connecting Faith and Work. RightNow Media @ Work is a branch of RightNow Media with a separate site and video library for companies to provide content to their employees to help them navigate all areas of their life. "Our mission field as business leaders is inside of the 9-5 workplace we have and the relationships we build there." - Richard Coffey Richard said the biggest hurdle they often see is that Christians in leadership don't know what they can and can't do inside of their own company. Richard says you definantely can bring faith into your workplace. The only thing you can't do is force someone to come to church or a Bible study with you, or to watch something faith based. RightNow Media @ Work is a tool for employers to provide voluntary content for their employees. "It has been incredible to see what the Lord has done through something as simple as a video." - Richard Coffey Contact Richard Coffey using the details below: 972.848.3248 rcoffey@rightnow.org www.rightnowmediaatwork.org
Are you a leader in the marketplace looking for groups to become involved with as you grow in you leadership and your marketplace influence? In this episode of the Connecting Faith and Work podcast, Bob Willbanks and guest Jeff Hagen discuss the work of Transform our World in the Twin Cities. Bob and Jeff also share about the Ekklesia Conference in August. Find more details by visiting www.afbnl.com/tow
Reen and Linda Waterman, founders of Your Refreshed Life, help people renew, reignite, and re-energize so they can take whatever transition point they are at in life and bring their faith into that new season of life. In this episode of Connecting Faith and Work, Reen and Linda share how they read and study the Bible in order to live it out. They encourage listeners to draw nearer and nearer to God until they realize they are living each day for Christ. Linda points out that when Jesus speaks, it includes action. If we just take one verse a day and invite God to make it real in our lives, we will be transformed. Reen discusses the importance of bringing everything we hear from pastors and what we read back to the Bible to confirm the truth of the content. Finally, Reen and Linda discuss discovering and using your passion as a ministry to spread the truth of God's Word. "Use your passion as a vehicle to deliever the message of the Gospel; that's your purpose." - Reen Waterman
Reen and Linda Waterman, founders of Your Refreshed Life, help people renew, reignite, and re-energize so they can take whatever transition point they are at in life and bring their faith into that new season of life. Reen and Linda share that we live in a culture where people are disillusioned and need encouragement. This all starts from a position of renewal and rest. Reen and Linda share some wise counsel on how to find rest and renewal. Study the Bible with a desire to find God Invest your time and talent into the things that really matter Learn to say no in a loving and kind way Reen and Linda also share how they pause to hear from God, and what to do when you feel that you aren't hearing anything. The core of understanding God's will for life is create time for worship, Scripture reading, and prayer. "We all need to bring our faith out of the doors of our home and church and reach our culture." - Linda Waterman Reen and Linda share some advice for how to bring your faith out of your home and church. First, you need to have clarity in your heart and mind about what you believe and how God has brought you to that point. Second, build relationships with the people around you and be intentionall about share what God has done in your life. Visit the Your Refreshed Life (https://www.yourrefreshedlife.com/) website to learn more about Reen and Linda's work.
Steve Swain, president of CNH Machine, has been intentional about building a culture where it is ok to take risks, ok to speak your mind, and ok to live out your faith. "Aligning truth, trust, and traction on the underpinnings of a God-centered culture is working really well for us." - Steve Swain Steve shares that in the last two months, they have set corporate sales records. Everything is the same, and yet the team is producing at an amazing rate. Why is that? Because they are working together. Why is that? Because they trust each other. At CNH Machine, they hire for character and train for skill. When Steve sees a new employee on the floor, he makes a point to go introduce himself. He intentionally says just his name and not his title. He makes small talk with the new employee, asks questions, and strives to be welcoming and build trust. One key piece of this as a leader is to avoid putting yourself up on a pedestal. Steve will grab the broom to sweep the floor if it's dirty. If the phone rings and no one is around to answer it, Steve will. No job is below him. This builds a culture of trust, and when you trust your team you are able to take time away. "We are not what we do. We are not what we have. We are not what others say about us. We are children of the one true King. Plain and simple. And no circumstance is going to change that. When we rest in that, given circumstances become less impactful in our lives because we are resting on something else. Grace wins every time." - Steve Swain Learn more about CNH Machine (https://www.cnhmachine.com/) by visiting their website.
Steve Swain, president of CNH Machine, takes seriously the fact that he is second to God in his business. He shares that the concept of a work/life balance doesn't work. In that scenario, you have to choose between work, life, faith, etc. It is an either/or situation. Instead Steve believes that it is a matter of being centered in a God-world. We ought to be asking how we can make room for our personal or business lives in the midst of our God-life. "Wherever your feet are, there goes the kingdom." - Steve Swain Bob and Steve discuss the reality of living a centered life in an uncertain world. Steve says the secret is recognizing that he isn't the one handling everything; God is. Steve realizes that he has a choice to try to control his surroundings, or to submit to God's plan for his day. "One of the best things I do is shut my door and pray, seeking a next step. When we go first to the good Shepherd and pray with a thankful heart and give Him our anxiety the fog in the road lifts just a little bit, enough to take one step forward. The other thing that happens is with the energy we are no longer spending on anxiety we have energy to take that step. The third thing is that when that step occurs and we see some improvement there it is so specific that we have no choice but to give God the glory." - Steve Swain Learn more about CNH Machine by visiting their website (https://www.cnhmachine.com/).
The executive management of the companies connected with Betenbough Homes have a leaders guide that outlines the principles which they follow. Rick Betenbough, CEO of Betenbough Homes, and Casey Brewer from Kingdom at Work discuss how they strive to be developmental in their leadership and organizational structure. They develop a lot of management internally, and they want to bring people into the organization who are a good fit with their core values and have the ability to do fulfil their role in the company. "Leadership is not for the leader; leadership is for the people." - Rick Betenbough Betenbough Homes is not an evangelism platform; you don't have to align with the beliefs of their leadership team to work for them. Rather, the leaders at Betenbough Homes desire to help those they lead become their best selves. They care for the people they lead, and seek to help them grow. Rick says people are attracted to leaders who lead for the benefit of the people. Learn more about Kingdom at Work (https://kingdomatwork.com/) and Betenbough Homes (https://www.betenbough.com/).
Rick Betenbough and his dad went into business together to build low-income housing. "I had an idea that we should build a bunch of homes, and my dad had an idea that we should honor God while doing so. We know that our businesses belong to the Lord and that it is his ministry in the marketplace. Kingdom at Work is a movement in the marketplace. God wants His people all over the world to stand up wherever He has planted them and for His kingdom to come in that place and through their leadership." - Rick In 2014 Rick had the oprotunity to give the operational leadership of the company to a young, competent team. This allowed him to take a step back and Kingdom at Work emerged in that season. Casey Brewer joined that effort at the Marketplace Communications Manager. "We partner with local leaders and men and women of influence. We talk about God's Kingdom in the marketplace. We seek to inspire, equip, and ignite business owners, executives, and organizational leaders by hosting events and workshops, offereing leadership coaching, and sharing stories of kingdom impact. God is at work in the marketplace, there is no doubt about that!" - Casey A core offering of Kingdom at Work is a three-day workshop for senior leadership teams. The workshop allows time over three days for God to be at work in the lives of the leaders in attendance. Together they seek the Lord in a new and deeper way. The team at Kingdom at Work believes that God wants to move in the marketplace through His leaders, and that He does so through leadership teams. Together, these teams change the culture to a kingdom culture inside a business. "When a kingdom leader engages in a kingdom style then a kingdom culture emerges and the kingdom of God advances." - Casey Rick, Casey, and the Kingdom at Work team want the experience of the workshops to extend beyond just three days. "Attendees are invited to engage with us. Teams come see us and we go on site with them as needed. As they ask the Lord to guide them they are going to hear what they need to do. We just want to walk alongside them and be available to them. We are excited to engage with them by phone and visit in addition to the workshop." - Rick Kingdom at Work and Ambassdors for Business are partnering to bring mini-sessions to the Twin Cities area on September 5th. Details will be available on the Ambassadors for Business community events calendar (https://www.afbnl.com/community-events/) as they are available. "The sessions will offer the opportunity to meet other business leaders who are asking some of the same questions and feel God moving them. There is power in gathering together to hear from the Lord, He shows up. Learn how important our work is to God, how we work alongside Him, and how He has called us to transition from being leaders in the marketplace to being spiritual leaders of the people that God has entrusted to us in the marketplace." - Rick Learn more about Kingdom at Work (https://kingdomatwork.com/) and Betenbough Homes (https://www.betenbough.com/).
Mina Carlson, founder of Wilhelmina Ministries, coaches people through career change or a life transition by utilizing several tools. The process isn't lengthy, but does include several key aspects. Mina shared that she starts with understanding where the individual she is coaching is at in their life and faith. She also takes them through a strengths assessment and a gifts assessment. After gauging their health and key relationships, Mina takes all the information they have compiled and helps the individual identify a plan of action to get them where they want to be. Mina's coaching follows the E5 framework: Engage - where are you right now in your life and faith? Establish - where are you in your maturity level as a leader and disciple-maker? Equip - how can you apply the tools, gifts, and strengths God has given you? Empower - how will you courageously step out and follow God's plan for you? Expand - how will you move from being a disciple to becoming a disciple-maker? Mina shares that she often sees people get caught up in what is holding them back from the dreams and vision they have for their life and their work. They need someone to listen and share a picture of how they can change and grow. Mina believes that we people focus on their strengths, they find the confidence to move forward fast into what they have been called to do. Learn more about Wilhelmina Ministries here: https://wilhelminaministries.com/ Find Women Up Faith on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WomanUpFaith/ Find Mina Carlson/Women Up Faith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womanupfaith/
In part one of this series (https://www.thrivepodcast.net/46), Bill Bojan shares the analogy of the polished arrow. In this episode, he takes this analogy further and shows how the trinitarian model of governance allows for organizations to build strong structures. We need leaders of virtue. We need cultures of trust. We need structures of integrity. By far, the majority of problems in organizations happen because there is a breach in the structure. That breach infiltrates the culture and leadership and eventually a crisis happens. We don't pay enough attention to our structures, but they often cause the problems we see. In any good governance structure there is an oversight dimension (e.g. a board of directors), an execution dimension (e.g. the CEO), and a verification dimension (e.g. an independent complience function). Learn more about integrated governance, take diagnostic assesments, and access a library of best practices at Solomon 365 (https://www.solomon365.com/s/).
The word governance means to steer or to navigate. Bill Bojan shares how governance is a way for us to guide and steer life and business correctly. Bill discusses how the Great Commission, which most Christians are familiar with, is Jesus giving His followers a charge based on the authority He has from God. Bill warns that when we don't steward our lives, businesses, and resources in the way God wants us to, our authority is corrupted. This is a call to Christian, American, Leaders to follow God's plan for leadership and governance. If we will turn back to God and do things His way He will heal us and heal our land. Additionally, Bill shares the lesson the polished arrow from Isaiah 49:2-3. Being a polished arrow means we are in the Lord's quiver, but we are accountable to the Lord for how we use our giftings. Connect with Bill: william.bojan@integratedgovernance.com Learn more about Bill's work at Solomon 365: https://www.solomon365.com/s/
The Five Capitals provide an excellent framework for living life to the fullest. Capital and investment is the language of the corporate world and Brandon Schaefer, founder of Five Capitals, has taken this language and translated it into the framework below. He discusses this framework with Danita Bye, coach and author of Millennials Matter, and host Bob Willbanks. Spiritual capital - your relationship and intimacy with God Relational capital - it is not what you know, it is who you know Physical capital - the time and energy we have each day; time is the great equilizer Intellectual capital - all wisdom comes from God; having a growth mindset Financial capital - God owns it all and entrusts it to us; if we steward it well we will hear "well done, good and faithful servant." Take the Five Capitals Assessment: https://fivecapitals.net/live-prioritized/ Brandon encourages listen to take a courageous step. To make a move and then keep moving. Find Danita's book and connect with her here: https://danitabye.com/ Learn more about Brandon's work at Five Capitals here: https://fivecapitals.net/
Prime capital in business culture changes over time, and relational capital is the new currency. Brandon Schaefer of Five Capitals shares how the younger genereation has grown up with a focus on relationships, authenticity, and trust. Both Brandon and Danita Bye, author of Millennials Matter, help business leaders adjust to the new realities of relational capital. Brandon proposes three key shifts to make: Substance: do we actually believe in our why and purpose? Time: Get good at wasting time with people to cultivate relationships. Investment: invest in the who person; focus on character development as well as competency development. Danita shares that business owners and leaders are wrestling with attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent in their companies. Danita and Brandon equip leaders to make the neccessary mindset shifts to begin creating a culture the next generation is attracted to. Find Danita's book and connect with her here: https://danitabye.com/ Learn more about Brandon's work at Five Capitals here: https://fivecapitals.net/
Host Bob Willbanks believes there is unity in keeping our eyes on Christ Jesus. The starting point of Christian unity is the conviction that Jesus is Lord of our lives. To grow in unity with other Christians, we must live a unified life in Christ. We can't compartmentalize work, faith, family, leisure or any other part of our life. Additionally, we are called to model our lives after Jesus. We have to acknowledge that our life is not our own; it belongs to Christ. We are people under the authority of God and we must build an intimite relationship with Christ so that we will understand what He would have us to do. Building the foundation of an intimite life with Christ includes three core elements: Daily time reading and studying the Bible Gathering with a small group Active involvement with a local church Are you looking for a resource to help you stay engaged with Scripture on a daily basis? Check out the AFB Bible App for a personalized plan to send verses to your phone each day! Download the app on the App Store (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/afb-bible-app/id1236212095?mt=8) or Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gotandem.wlafbbibleapp).
Host Bob Willbanks discusses leadership and organizational excellence with guest Brian Lassiter from Performance Excellence Network (PEN) in this episode of The Thrive! Podcast. The Baldridge Excellence Framework is at the core of the work PEN does with businesses, organizations, and individuals. The majority of the members of PEN are organizations from a wide range of industries and sectors. Brian said their events and forums are ripe for innovation as people hear perspectives and processes from other attendees in different industries. Brian and Bob discuss the qualities of a strong leader, how to build authenticity, and the value of a merging your faith and work. Learn more about Peformance Excellence Network here (http://www.performanceexcellencenetwork.org/)!
When was the last time you made a deposit in your physical health account? Ron Henderson, The Fitness King, covers the basics of health economics with our host, Bob Willbanks, in this episode on The Thrive! Podcast. Where do you start? Ron recommends the following basics: Visit your doctor for a health physcial Weight train three days per week Work with an experienced trainer Understand the basics of a healthy diet and use common sense with your eating Create accountability for yourself Ron strives to help people to be the best they can be in all areas. He lives by the following principles and trains others to do the same: It is true that people do judge us by our appearance Have a positive attitude in everything Catch and release Care more about the customer than you do about yourself Read the full show notes here: https://www.afbnl.com/2019/03/13/investing-in-your-health/ Learn more about The Fitness King and connect with Ron on his website: https://fitnessking.com/
Host Bob Willbanks and guest John Gamades discuss how authentic values play an important role at work and in the home. John walks through some of the core values at Orange Ball Creative and how he has considered ways to apply these values in an authentic way at home and in his faith walk: Ask to listen Seek to serve Push to elevate Every business and family has a set of values that are part of their DNA. John encourages teams and families to slow down long enough to actually identify these values and put them on paper. This gives you a roadmap to follow and a mark to aim for as you move through life. Learn more about Orange Ball Creative here: https://www.orangeballcreative.com/
This podcast features Bob Willbanks, the Founder and Executive Director of Ambassadors For Business, a non-profit ministry helping Christian leaders be men and women representing faith in the marketplace. Bob has great insights on how Christians can be an influence in the business world today. Bob says, “we often see Christians in the marketplace from all walks of life who want a community to support them as they connect their faith values with their work.”
As the Christian abides in Jesus, they dwell in a constant connected relationship with God. Striving, on the other hand, is working things out in their own strength and abilities. Fatigue and stress often follow quickly after a season of striving. Are you striving in your own strength, or are you abiding in Jesus? Mark Pavola and host, Bob Willbanks, discuss seasons of intensity and how to be active in our faith without moving into a season of unhealthy busyness. In addition, Mark shares the importance of intentional rest, warning signs of striving, and his insights into the light load that Christ promises. Connect with Mark on Facebook, http://headofthelakesyfc.com/, or email pavola.mark@gmail.com
When Dave Cornell lost his job in 2010, he entered an extended season of crisis and ended up with situational depression. Through this difficult season, Dave learned how to cultivate courage and overcome the fears that controlled his life. In his conversation with host Bob Willbanks, Dave shares his story, and the framework for cultivating courage that emerged in his life. Name your fear. If you are not willing to admit you have the problem, you are not going to change it. Frame your feat. Begin to see your fear in a different light. Tame your fear. Begin to get the fear under control. Find the book: https://www.amazon.com/Cultivate-Courage-Fear-Fulfill-Dreams/dp/1732197326 Connect with Dave on his website: http://www.cultivatecourage.com/
Your Faith Journey connects women face-to-face as they walk through their life journey. Shelly and Ranette have a desire to combat the isolation, criticism, and comparision that are often common between women. They believe women really do want to talk about and explore questions related to their faith journey's. Shelly and Ranette see that when women support each other they feel connected and lifted up. Additionally, we need to go to God's Word for the truth about who we are. When we get God's perspective on a daily basis, the focus is taken off of ourselves, and we can focus on other people. As the episode closes, Shelly shares her story of salvation and her passion for helping other women in their own faith journey. Learn more about Your Faith Journey via their website: http://www.yourfaithjourney.org/
During flight training, Stan Willbanks, Bob's father, was taught to follow these steps when he felt lost - or actually was lost - in the air: Admit that you are lost, and that you don't know where you are Radio for help Look for landmarks - see if you see something familair that you trust Confirm with your instruments in you can Reorient Verify your reorientation Get back on track Stan has been transitioning into retirement following his time as a pilot, and in this episode of The Thrive! Podcast, he shares advice about navigating changes in life.
In this episode of The Thrive! Podcast, host Bob Willbanks interviews Shannon Gronemeyer, owner of Customer Centered Strategies. Shannon has been a Christian his whole life, and left the corporate world about a decade ago. He got to a point where he didn't like who he had become. He realized there was more to life than career and money, and he decided it was time to do something different. He says it sounds like a courageous decision, but it was anxiety producing at the time. He felt that he had walked away from who God wanted him to be, and something had to change. Shannon wanted to work for a company with a healthy culture, valued employees, and an attitude of service toward customers. He decided to do consulting work as a way to "test" the company culture and find a place where he truly wanted to work. Consulting ended up being a great fit for Shannon, and he eventually build a company around the consulting practice. The business, Customer Centered Strategies, helps compaines turn insight into action. They don't leave their clients with a laundry list of items to complete, but rather help them along the journey to better results. Faith is central in Shannon's life and although Customer Centered Strategies is not an overtly Christian business, there are Christian themes behind their values and how they consult with clients. Learn more about Customer Centered Strategies: https://ccsdelivered.com/
Brad Dale has been working in the mortgage industry with Cherry Creek Morgage since 2004. He also has a passion for mentoring the next generation of business leaders in their personal and professionals lives. In partnership with Ambassadors for Business, Brad will be facilitating the NextGen Leaders Mastermind throughout 2019. He has developed a curriculum to guide the mastermind sessions, but also wants to leave space for the Holy Spirit to lead, and for particiapants to gain what they want from the group. The NextGen Leaders Mastermind launch is February 6th, 2019! Find all the event details and register via the Ambassadors for Business event calendar (https://business.afbnl.com/mastermind/Details/nextgen-leaders-mastermind-88362?sourceTypeId=Website). Brad has identified four main components to center the tools, exercises, and discussion around: Vision Identity Purpose Strategy Join the NextGen Leaders Mastermind for practical application of these components, and specific guidance for the struggles you are facing as a young professional in the marketplace! Find details here: https://business.afbnl.com/mastermind/Details/nextgen-leaders-mastermind-88362?sourceTypeId=Website
Ashley Ebert's life and career path led her to start a wedding planning business with the help of her dad, Dale Henry. This business, The Simply Elegant Group, was developed to solve the problem of wedding planning affordability. Together, Ashley and Dale created a business model that solves this issue and has become a big differentiator in the market. Dale Henry has a background in corporate business and corporate consulting. He helps people perform at their best and led their teams to do the same. He helps people play to their strengths, and has coached many people through the process of helping people start small businesses. Together, Dale and Ashley make the perfect dynamic duo as they start The Abundance Group. The purpose of this new business endeavor is to create a comprehensive platform for entrepreneurs to find help as they build their business. The platform includes courses, tangible tools, master classes, and deals on business products and service providers. Their mission is to ensure entrepreneurs prosper, and to Dale and Ashley, prosperity means joyous success. The Abundance Group is about serving others and adding value to other people first. As the episode ends, Ashley and Dale share about mindsets they see among Christians in the marketplace that differentiate them from others in the secular world. Visit Dale Henry and Ashley Ebert online: The Abundance Group: www.theabundance.group The Simply Elegant Group: http://thesimplyelegantgroup.com/ Critical Insight Group: http://criticalinsightgroup.com/
Rob Gales has been walking with the Lord for two decades, and God put him through a season of suffering and growth in 2017. Rob was diagnosed with late stage prostate cancer and through that journey he realized he had missed what God had for him in life. In this episode of The Thrive! Podcast, Rob shares how this difficult season of suffering caused him to look at purpose and legacy in a new way, and the encourage those he consults to consider the path God has laid down for them. Rob shares that there are different ways of looking at the connection between faith and business, with each way getting closer to what God desires for us to do: There is being a Christian. There is being a Christian in business. There is opperating as a Christian in business. There is giving your entire business to the Lord. Throughout this episode, Rob shares stories of how he has sought to put God first in business, and lessons he has learned along the way. Connect with Rob Gales via email at rob@vercor.com
The Geneva Suites is a residential senior home model run by Marlena Hemenway and her husband Scott. The core values of The Geneva Suites are: Safety of residents and staff Improve service continually through education We are acountable for our actions and decisions We face challenges with optimism The Geneva Suites has six residential homes for seniors (each home can house six seniors) and the renovations are being completed for a seventh home set to open in early 2019. Marlena encourages family with elderly loved ones to start having the necessary conversations about end-of-life care. She notes it is best to consider the options and make decisions before a crisis happens, and it is often best to transition a senior out of their home and into an alternative living facility sooner rather then later. Get in touch with Marlena: - www.thegenevasuties.com - info@thegenevasuites.com - 612.208.8888
Bob Willbanks has come to realize that as an organization, Ambassadors for Business is the soil that helps all the pieces come together so business professionals can growth together and find the resources they need. A few insights Bob has recently gained pertain to working together as the church body, being part of something bigger than ourselves, pursuing Christ-likeness, and building healthy family relationships.
Joe Bertilson believes God has called him to help finance the Gospel. As he has walked through life and seen opportunities to give, he has seen others blessed no matter the size of the gift. He joined Edward Jones as a financial advisor and he takes the opportunity to help people with their finances to point them towards giving charitably in a more tax efficient and impactful way. Joe highlights some best practicies for people as they give, as well as a variety of ways to give charitably: Give cash or check Give appreciated stock or an asset Give two or more years worth of giving to a donor advised fund Trusts "The generous man devises generous things and by generosity he shall stand." - Isaiah 32:8 Contact Joe Bertilson via his email: joe.bertilson@edwardjones.com
Adam Wallschlaeger from Action Coach, MN spoke about the parable of the talents from a business and personal development perspective. During some discussion, Bob realized the reason two of the servants went and put their talents to work right away was probably due to the type of relationship they had with the master. If they had an intimate relationship with their master, they would understand the expectations he had regarding the use of his money. Bob shares that we need to prioritize building an intimate relationship with Christ so that we can gain an understanding of what he wants us to do with what he has given us in life. Thom Winninger spoke about how we have a perfect God at another Thrive! event recently. Bob found Thom's teaching about how we are created in God's image impactful. We are created to create more than we consume, and we are perfectly put together to do what God created us to do on this earth. Another recent Thrive! speaker was Leary Gates. His training focused on the reality that we are not taking the time to think deeply anymore because of all the input that is coming at us. As Bob considers the teaching from Leary, he encourages listeners to unplug regularly and spend time getting closer with God and building that intimate relationship with their Creator. Discover growth in all areas of your life through the leadership and personal development training at Thrive! Leadership with Purpose events. Connect your faith values with your work as you fellowship with like minded business professionals. Find a location near you: https://www.afbnl.com/thrive/
In this episode, Bob Willbanks, President of Ambassadors for Business and host of The Thrive! Podcast, shares several updates. A new way for members to find and submit resources will be launching very soon. Bob shares how Ambassadors for Business is the soil, the soon-to-be-launched Angel's Biz List is the water, and Thrive! events are the seed. As Ambassadors for Business enters the year-end fundraising time, Bob shares his realization that he is a marketplace missionary and how this adjusts the focus of fundraising for the organization. Please subscribe to The Thrive! Podcast, and visit www.afbnl.com to learn more about Ambassadors for Business!
Danita Bye, author of Millennials Matter, believes much of the negative news about the millennial generation is "fake news." In other words, although there may be things about this generation that aren't ideal, there are also many postive things about them. In one survey of conducted by Danita's team, she found that 100% of the business owners surveyed were optimistic about the millennial members of their teams. Danita discusses the importance of mission, vision, and values to the millennial generation and their leadership aspirations. Throughout the conversation, she shares her perspective on the changes this will bring to the business environment. Much of it is not complicated, but it does take time, energy, and intentionality. Learn how to tap into the talent and potential of the millennials in your sphere of influence! Website: https://danitabye.com/ Millennials Matter book: https://danitabye.com//millennials-matter/ TedX Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=8&v=5WwL5q7mMRA
After graduating from college, Jason Weimer wanted to be intentional about integrating his faith and work in a holistic way. His entrepreneurial interests have led him to starting two businesses, Espresso Partners and Gratus Capital, LLC. Jason and Bob Willbanks discuss the service driven business model in this episode of The Thrive! Podcast. For Jason, social entrepreneurship is all creating a culture that values people. Listen to the episode to hear Jason unpack some ways he seeks to value people in his businesses and what he has learned about this key aspect of business over the years.
Troy Noor is the father of eight children and a partner at Boulevard Wealth Management. He joined Bob Willbanks on The Thrive! Podcast to discuss the topic of money and wealth. Troy talks about the common misconception that money is evil. He notes that the Bible says "the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil" in 1Timothy 6:10. If we love money more than God then we have placed money on the level of an idol, and then problems arise. Money is a tool we use to provide for the needs of our family and to further God's kingdom. Troy discusses the values exercise new clients are walked through when working with Boulevard Wealth Management. The following three questions are at the core of the process: * Imagine you had all the money in the world. What would you do? * Imagine you have just five years left to live. What do you do with the time? * Imagine this is your last day on earth. Do you have any regrets? Bob and Troy talked about the three ways Christians can relate to money. Where do you see yourself in the following list? 1. They make money an idol 2. They become a slave to money 3. They are master over their money Troy answers the question "Is it Biblical to accumulate wealth?" He responds by noting if we are so attached to our wealth that we can't follow Jesus, we need to reevaluate. If we are using wealth to provide for our families and further the kingdom of God we are masters of the wealth and using it to a good end. Learn more about Boulevard Wealth Management: https://www.boulevardwealth.com/ Special Guest: Troy Noor.
Host Bob Willbanks identifies three themes from season one of The Thrive! Podcast (now Connecting Faith and Work): Mindset: In this culture of negativity, a positive mindset is critical. Various guests on season one discussed tools for cultivating a healthy mindset. Destination: If you want to get somewhere, you need to be specific about how you will do so. Goals are key to growth in all areas of life. Resiliency: When life gets hard, how do you keep going? Building resiliency through gratitude was another key takeaway from season one. Thank you to all the fantastic guests who joined us for season one; we look forward to the great new leadership content season two will bring!
T.J. Tison, author, business owner, and founder of Working Women of Faith, discusses identity, leadership, and time budgeting with host Bob Willbanks in this episode of The Thrive! Podcast. Learn more about T.J. and her work: Working Women of Faith: www.workingwomenoffaith.com "Killing Wonder Women": https://workingwomenoffaith.com/killing-wonder-woman-book/ T.J. Tison Propels: www.tjtisonpropels.com Special Guest: T.J. Tison.
When T.J. Tison started her business over a decade ago, she noticed a lack of resources for women about working in a godly way. As she followed God's call to write about book to help fill this gap, she noted differences in the challenges men and women face in their work lives. Women most prominently struggle with guilt in regards to work. When women are at work they feel guilty that they aren't at home, and when they are at home, they feel guilty that they aren't working. In her book, Killing Wonder Women, T.J. strives to show women they don't need to be all things, to all people, all of the time. Rather she encourages women to identify who they are and who God has made us to be. T.J. launched Working Women of Faith to build a community of women who can be real with each other and encourage each other in all aspects of their life. As T.J. leads small group meetings for working women in the Twin Cities, MN suburbs, she has identified repeated issues women encounter as they balance faith, life, and work. How to operate in a toxic work environment. How to embrace who they are and what God has called them to do. How to lead like Jesus. How to manage all the varied responsibilities of a woman. T.J. seeks to share Biblical truth with working women as they navigate the issues they face each day. Learn more about T.J. and her work: Working Women of Faith: www.workingwomenoffaith.com "Killing Wonder Women": https://workingwomenoffaith.com/killing-wonder-woman-book/ T.J. Tison Propels: www.tjtisonpropels.com Special Guest: T.J. Tison.
"Christianity is a community experience." - Jeff Hagen Jeff Hagen, founder of Hill Cities, Inc., writes interactive Bible curriculum and facilitates small groups in the Twin Cities, MN metro area. Jeff is passionate about nurturing Christians in the marketplace. Jeff guides dedicated followers of Jesus Christ as they dig deeper into the Word of God. Some of the steps involved in deeper study of the Bible include: Developing a process of how to approach Scripture including an understanding of the context and observation Use of interpretive questions to guide understanding Drawing applications from the passage Learn more about Hill Cities: http://www.hillcities.org/ Learn more about Ambassadors for Business: https://www.afbnl.com/ Special Guest: Jeff Hagen.
Intro: A fulfilled life is a result of filling our mind rightly. In this episode of The Thrive! Podcast, host Bob Willbanks shares the process of transformation that Ambassadors for Business has undergone in the past 18 months to reach the current mission and vision. Bob, along with his board and trusted advisors, realized that Ambassadors for Business was truly a leadership organization focused on EQUIPPING Christians in the marketplace to make an impact in their spheres of influence. Join us as we maximize the influence of those who lead! Learn more about Ambassadors for Business: https://afbnl.com/ Find a Thrive! event near you: https://business.afbnl.com/thrive Join as a member: https://business.afbnl.com/join
Chris Fleck, Directory of Business Relations at North Central University, spends a lot of his time building connections in the marketplace. From his observations in the marketplace, Chris believes a deeper knowledge of God's Word in the marketplace would resolve many issues in the marketplace. Chris has seen several key areas of focus in the current status of the marketplace: Huge vaccumn of retiring employees Talent, recruitment, and career planning Company culture - consistently reading the Bible Word contributes to company culture Company stewardship Business transition planning Chris emphasizes that Christian business professionals don't need to be alone in their work week. An easy way to find encouragement and support is to attend Ambassadors for Business Thrive! events around the Twin Cities metro each month! Learn more: North Central University - https://www.northcentral.edu/ AFB Bible App - Available for download October 1st, 2018 RightNow Media @ Work - https://www.rightnowmediaatwork.org/Library/ Thrive! Event Calendar - https://business.afbnl.com/thrive Special Guest: Chris Fleck.
Scott Welle, speaker and founder of Outperform the Norm, joins Bob Willbanks on The Thrive! Podcast. Scott takes principles from sports psychology and shows business professionals and athletes how to apply the principles to their life. Scott shares three key pieces of performance, and Bob shares a Christian perspective on each of them: The Importance of Mindset - develop an anchor or power phrase that allows centers you and brings peace Set Goals based on Outcome, Performance, and Process - control the controllables in the situation Build Resiliency towards Adversity - develop an attitude of gratitude Final takeaway: "There is no failure, only feedback." - Scott Welle Learn more about Scott and his business here: https://scottwelle.com/ Special Guest: Scott Welle.
What is the thing God really wants you to do, and what is the one thing He gave you to do that thing? Start with discovering what God gave you: in other words, find you purpose and that will bring you to your passion. Read more about this episode on the Ambassadors for Business blog: https://business.afbnl.com/blog Visit Thom Winninger's website: http://www.winninger.com/ Find the book Your True DNA: http://www.winninger.com/store/books/your-true-dna-discovering-gods-gift-within-you/ Special Guest: Thom Winninger.
In this episode of The Thrive! Podcast, host Bob Willbanks unpacks a decision-making tool consisting of several "F" Words: Foundation Focus Filter Read more about this episode on our blog: https://business.afbnl.com/blog Please follow us on social media, subscribe to The Thrive! Podcast, and share this resource with your connections!
In a conversation with his father, Bob learned several principles taught to pilots for what to do when they feel lost while flying: Admit you are lost Radio for help Look for landmarks Confirm the landmarks with your instruments Reorient yourself Verify the reorientation Bob translates these principles through a biblical lens. This provides a framework for getting back on track when we feel lost in our spiritual lives. Read more about this episode on our blog: https://www.afbnl.com/2019/11/15/7-ways-to-overcome-feeling-lost-in-life/
Jerrid Sebesta retired from Kare11 at the top of his television career. Although the public was shocked, and many people simple couldn't understand his move, the decision was an straightforward one for Jerrid. Why? He felt God calling him in a new direction. Bob and Jerrid discuss how someone can get to the point of leaving a successful career. Jerrid believes the answer is rooted in each individual's purpose. Jerrid asks his speaking audiences a series of questions to help them narrow down their purpose here on earth, and he shares this with listeners in this podcast episode. From the topic of purpose, Bob and Jerrid move on to discuss the development of a personal mission statement, and the critical topic of identity. In a culture that celebrates identity as the career you have, Jerrid suggests an alternate question to "what do you do?" His question gets to the core of where an individual places their identity. And finally, paramount to living a unified life and unashamedly living our your purpose is humility, according to Jerrid. He shares his thoughts on humility with Bob in the last few minutes of this podcast episode. Resources and articles mentioned: Jerrid's definition of livin' the dream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=75&v=D7nSIvH3N9w "Two Week Notice" podcast: https://www.podcastone.com/two-week-notice Simon Sinek book 'It Starts with Why:" 2015 Star Tribune article: http://www.startribune.com/twin-cities-weatherman-forecasts-a-bright-future-after-dropping-out-of-the-rat-race/309564521/#3 Learn more about Jerrid on his webiste: https://jerridsebesta.com/ Special Guest: Jerrid Sebesta.
People need spiritual, emotional, physical, and financial margin in their lives. Many business professionals have "border-less" jobs which can overtake all areas of life. Because of this, it is important to develop habits and principles of taking phsycial time and a mental break from work. Do you have something in your life that you loose track of time while you are doing it? Roger Thompson has learned the best way to create margin is to say "no." Take a chunck of time;, find a hobby, carve out valuable family time. Running and woodworking are a couple of Roger's hobbies. In this episode he shares analogies from these hobbies that show the importance of taking rest. "Margin isn't as simple as taking a day off; it is how you spend your day off." - Roger Thompson Roger recommends three practices to help build margin into your life: Have a friend whom you look forward to spending time with Be part of a small group whom you can be acountable to Be a witness for Christ through excellence in the spheres you operate in Learn about Berean Baptist Church in Burnsville, MN: https://www.bereanbaptist.com/ Learn about the ministry, Man in The Mirror: http://maninthemirror.org/ Find the book "Margin" by Richard Swenson: http://www.richardswenson.com/margin/ Read about this episode on our blog: https://business.afbnl.com/blog/Details/the-thrive-podcast-episode-11-3389 Special Guest: Roger Thompson.
How often do you truly take time to rest? This is a question, among others, Bob Willbanks asked himself in a period of burn out a few years ago. He learned that God intended for us to still take a day to glorify God by resting in God. Bob invites Larry Kutzler, the producer of the Ambassadors for Business podcast, to join this conversation about making time for rest and being present in the moment. A study of the Old Testament kings - and how they spent their Sabbaths - provided Bob with insight into the value of taking a Sabbath day to rest, study the things of the Lord, and to worship God. The prospect of taking a day to rest terrified Bob; when he committed to a Sabbath rest he realized the benefits went beyond just feeling rested and focused at the beginning of a work week. Bob developed a routine on Saturday mornings to settle work tasks from the previous week. This allows him to step away from work for the rest of Saturday and into Sunday. This allows time to truly engage with family and worship. Find the Operation Timothy study mentioned by Bob here: https://www.operationtimothy.com/ Learn more about Ambassadors for Business by visiting our website: https://afbnl.com/
"Great wisdom comes from the defining moment when someone did the tougher right over the easier wrong." In this episode of The Thrive! Podcast, Larry Julian unpacks the importance of small group participation, especially for top leaders, as they navigate living for God in a bottom-line world. He shares how his organization facilitates round-table meetings for senior and emerging leaders, and principles that can be translated into a variety of small group settings. Find Larry's books here: http://larryjulian.com/books/ Special Guest: Larry Julian.
Listen in as Larry Julian discusses common challenges to following God in a bottom-line world. He explores the tensions this can create while highlighting common practices he has seen in the CEO's he interacts with. Larry shares the personal habits he has implemented; these help to center him at the beginning of each day. Be challenged and encouraged to live for God this week - both on Sunday and during your time in the marketplace during the week! Find Larry's book here: http://larryjulian.com/books/ Special Guest: Larry Julian.
What does it mean to be a man? This question proves to be a difficult one for both women and men to answer. It is not just about growing up. It is not just about being the opposite of a women. It is not just about pursuing virtue. Vince Miller believes the true answer to this question is found in Jesus Christ. How does this truth play itself out for men in the home, at work, and other areas of life? Paulette Kutzler (https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulette-kutzler-ab4972b/) joins the conversation to share her perspective on the topic, bring new ideas to the table, and ask additional questions. Vince Miller is not afriad to bring up tough questions and topics in the conversation of manhood in the home and in the workplace. Buy your copy of "Thirty Virtues That Build A Man" here: https://beresolute.org/thirty/ Learn more about Vince's ministry at Resolute here: https://beresolute.org/ Special Guest: Vince Miller.
Dive into the core purpose of Ambassadors for Business with host Bob Willbanks. Learn key questions you can ask yourself as you lead yourself each day. These questions help keep the focus of decision making on an eternal perspective. Be reminded of the importance of having a core group of people around you as you grow in leadership. This helps to avoid drift in ares of personal, spiritual, and professional development. Ambassadors for Business provides encouragement in the marketplace for leaders and business professionals. Get connected by attending a Thrive! event or checking out our membership offerings! Event Calendar: https://business.afbnl.com/events Membership Benefits: https://afbnl.com/benefits/
Daren's perspective on ministry shifted throughout his life as he came to realize the value of marketplace ministry. In this podcast episode, he discusses the importance of guarding his time as a husband, father, and business owner. In the various demands each new stage of life brings, Daren is committed to keeping his family first. As he works in a secular world, Daren focuses on fellowship and great conversation with people. He pays attention to the image he gives off to others, and seeks to build meaningful connections. Find practical ideas and motivation to keep going in the midst of your workplace challenges in this episode. Learn more about Daren's business here: https://secured2.com/ Special Guest: Daren Klum.
In this interview, Daren shares stories from his years in business of how God worked through one person, one moment, or one connection to revela Himself. Daren quickly learned that critical decision making comes hand-in-hand with leadership. He unpacks some of the key actions he takes when faced with decisions in business. Since the beginning of 2018, the core focus of Ambassadors for Business has been refined and clarified. As this episode closes, Bob Willbanks sharess the latest of what the focus of this leadership organization has become. Learn more about Secured2 Corporation: https://secured2.com/ Attend a free Ambassadors for Business Thrive! event this month: https://business.afbnl.com/events Special Guest: Daren Klum.
There is an expectation for leaders to be strategic. In his work, Leary Gates has found the majority of CEO's spend their time in their business and not on their business. In the second part of his conversation with Bob Willbanks, Leary shares practical ways for leaders to overcome obstacles to strategy. Find Leary Gates: Leary Gates - Venture Coach: https://www.learygates.com/ Strategic CEO: http://strategicceo.com/ Bold Idea Podcast: https://boldideapodcast.com/ Special Guest: Leary Gates.
Leaders are bombarded by information and demands upon their time as well as the temptation to isolate themselves. Leary Gates offers practical solutions from his strategic experience to help equip leaders to handle the onslaught in his conversation with Bob Willbanks on today's podcast episode. "Don't confuse movement with progress." - Leary Gates As people move faster in life, they become reactive rather than more strategic. Few leaders are able to effectively guard their time to advance the vision and priorities they have in work and life. We must consider the structure we have in place to help us guard our time and create value and work and life. Isolation is another challenge CEOs and pastors often face. There is much pressure for individuals in these positions to have all the answers. This can stiffle vulnerablility and transperency. Leary shares how he started Strategic CEO to help isolated leaders by cultivating a community they can trust and lean upon. Special Guest: Leary Gates.
Welcome to The Thrive! Podcast; here we provide leadership content relevant to faith, life, and work! It is the prayer of our host and entire team that you find value that helps you grow in all aspects of your life as you listen. In this first episode our host, Bob Willbanks, shares pieces of the story that inspired Ambassadors for Business (https://afbnl.com/). Learn who we are, what we stand for, and what we offer to business professionals seeking to grow in leadership as they live out their faith in the marketplace. An intimate relationship with Jesus Christ creates the foundation for living in submission to God's greater purpose for each individual's life. Ambassadors for Business provides opportunities to build a strong foundation personally and spiritually throughout the business week. Join us for a Thrive! (formerly Networking with Purpose) event this month! Visit our events calendar (https://business.afbnl.com/events)!