In this episode Jon and Les welcome guest Matt Davis, who shares his personal journey of leaving vocational ministry and finding a new calling in the marketplace. Matt now works with departing pastors to help them navigate career transitions and thrive in their next season of life and ministry. They discuss the challenges pastors face, the importance of identity and calling, and the need for support and guidance in pursuing new opportunities. They also explore the practical aspects of career coaching, resume writing, and transferring skills to different vocations. This episode offers a valuable perspective on finding purpose beyond pastoral ministry.

Guest Info/Links:

• Website: https://pastoraltransitions.com/ 
• Email:  [email protected] 

In this episode of the EntrePastors podcast, Jon and Les sit down with guest Steve Wormer who discusses his journey in creating Hurt to Hope, a nonprofit organization focused on supporting people who need help in overcoming hurt in their lives. Steve shares why he chose a nonprofit model over a for-profit one and the challenges he faced in balancing his pastoral work and the nonprofit. Steve also reveals the importance of coaching and support in overcoming mental hurdles and finding additional streams of revenue. He delves into the impact of his organization's workshops and the potential for income generation within the nonprofit sector. Ultimately, Steve's story serves as an inspiring example of finding one's path forward and helping others along the way.

Connect with Steve Wormer:
Website: https://hurt2hope.org/
Email: [email protected]

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In this episode Jon and Les talk with our guest, Nate Dean.  In addition to having served in various pastoral roles, Nate also started a business in the financial services industry as he offers a concept known as infinite banking to his clients.  In this conversation you will hear Nate share his experiences, challenges, and insights as we discuss the unexpected paths and underlying problems that can emerge in church leadership. 

We also dive into Nate's background as a dedicated follower of Dave Ramsey's financial teachings, his discovery of a fascinating book called "Becoming Your Own Banker," and the transformative impact it had on his perspective.  We also explore the need for pastors to have additional streams of income and how it can empower their leadership and benefit the church as a whole. 

Connect With Nate:

• Website: Unlimited Life Concepts
• Website: Be The Bank
• Email

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In this episode Jon interviews Daniel Woodard, who not only serves as a pastor, but has also found an impactful ministry/business side income in the realm of disaster relief.  You will hear Daniel reflect on the importance of pastors being present during disasters and recruiting others to help. 

Sharing personal experiences of serving in disaster relief efforts, Daniel highlights the need for pastors to connect with organizations and provide clear pathways for people to get involved. Daniel also discusses the impact of his work/ministry and the significance of supporting first responders. 

Additionally, Daniel shares his own journey of faith and ministry, emphasizing the importance of making disciples and living out one's faith in any situation. Daniel also introduces a unique project in response to crisis and expresses a desire to recruit pastors and lay ministers to join their work.

Connect with Daniel:

• Phone: (704) 300-7780
• Email: [email protected] 

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In this episode Jon and Les talk with Carrie Olsen about her thriving voice acting business.  Carrie Olsen lives and breathes voiceover. She is represented by one of the top voiceover agencies in the country and records audio from her home studio for brands like Home Chef, Grammarly, Gatorade, Disney, TNT, Netflix, Schwab, and many more. 

As a former e-learning developer, she brings her passion for the voiceover industry to her students through engaging, carefully crafted online courses.  When she first started in VO, she described her approach to marketing herself as "ferocious." In her business coaching and courses, she teaches her students that same ferocious approach to moving the needle in their businesses.  

We’re confident you will not only find Carrie’s story to be encouraging and inspiring, but quite possibly, you’ll see that a side business as a voiceover actor might be just the thing for you as well!

Connect With Carrie:

• Website
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In this episode Jon and Les talk with returning guest, John Stange.  John has been serving in pastoral ministry for 25 years and started building his platform by sharing the content of his sermons in self-published books, blogs, and podcasts.  His online platform has grown far beyond his expectations, and now his aim is to help others succeed as well.  

John is the founder of Platform Launchers and has been writing and podcasting for years.  His shows have been downloaded millions of times, his blog ranks #1 in Google searches, and he was recently published by Penguin Random House, the largest publisher in the United States.  John loves sharing his years of knowledge and experience to help others build, grow, and monetize their own online platforms.

Connect with John:

• Website 
• Email

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Mark Foster is one of the most recent graduates of the EntrePastors Business Launch Academy.  Mark has served in pastoral ministry for many years.  Like many pastors and ministry leaders, Mark found himself satisfied in the work of his calling, yet desiring to be able to provide more comfortably for his family.  

Somewhere along the line he was introduced to EntrePastors and shortly thereafter, was invited by Jon and Les to join Business Launch Academy, a 16-week program with content, coaching, and a practical step-by-step checklist to help pastors launch their businesses.  

Mark took action all throughout Business Launch Academy, and as a result, he was able to get his coaching business up and off the ground and is well on his way to accomplishing his goal of increased revenue for his family!  

We are confident Mark’s story will be an inspiration to other pastors who are in a similar place to where he was just a few short months ago.  And Mark would want you to know, if he can do this, so can you!

Connect With Mark:

• Website
• Email

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In this episode Jon and Les talk with Tom Henderson, founder of a growing platform Restoration Generation.  Tom has served in vocational pastoral ministry and in recent years has put more of his focus into this new platform that is helping people far beyond the walls of just one church.  

Growing up in a home that was shattered by divorce. Having to deal with issues of anger and bitterness. Overcoming the struggle of acceptance and a poor self-image. Tom knows from experience the obstacles teens and adults face as they work through the challenges and broken relationships in their lives.  

Utilizing humor, stories, scripture and his own journey, Tom delivers a life-changing message that brings hope and encouragement, challenging his listeners with truth and inspiration. Tom is a great example of a pastor who is leaning into what we at EntrePastors call the Information Pathway.  We’re confident his story will be an encouragement and inspiration to many in our audience.

Guest Info/Links:

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• Email

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Scott Hall is the Lead Pastor of Venture Church in Kellar, TX.  During his time in this ministry, Scott has led Venture Church to truly embrace the marketplace for the kingdom in a number of ways.  

They are the home of Venture Business Impact, an incubator of sorts for new businesses beyond the walls of the traditional church.  Venture Church is inspiring, equipping, and encouraging entrepreneurs to embrace the marketplace for the sake of the gospel in all sorts of different ways.

Connect with Scott:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Email

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Ronnie Wise is one of the most recent graduates of our EntrePastors Business Launch Academy.  Ronnie has served in pastoral ministry for many years, and also serves as an Area Director for Fellowship of Christian Athletes.  Like many pastors and ministry leaders, Ronnie found himself satisfied in the work of his calling, yet desiring to be able to provide more comfortably for his family.  

Somewhere along the line he was introduced to EntrePastors and shortly thereafter, was invited by Jon and Les to join Business Launch Academy, a 16-week program with content, coaching, and a practical step-by-step checklist to help pastors launch their businesses.  

Ronnie took action all throughout Business Launch Academy, and as a result, he was able to get his coaching business up and off the ground and create several paying clients before the program even ended.  We are confident Ronnie’s story will be an inspiration to other pastors who are in a similar place to where Ronnie was just a few short months ago.  And Ronnie would want you to know, if he can do this, so can you!

Connect With Ronnie:
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