What if the reason you're burning out and feeling stuck in leadership is that you're sitting in the wrong chair? In this powerful solo episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt unpacks the "Four Chairs" concept—Work, Wealth, Woo, and Wisdom—and explains why most leaders default to the Work chair long after it's their highest contribution.

Jeff shares how this framework from Bob Shank revolutionized his own thinking, freeing him from being the bottleneck and unlocking greater leverage through reflection, relationships, capital access, and seasoned wisdom. Discover why great leaders spend more time with their feet on the desk (allocating impact) than hands on the keyboard (delivering tasks), and how shifting chairs multiplies your influence in business, family, faith, and legacy.

This episode challenges you to audit your current seat and step into the leveraged roles that create exponential growth for yourself and others.

In This Episode:

[00:00] Episode Intro: The Four Chairs – Why You're Burnt Out in the Wrong Seat

[01:45] Jeff's "Aha" Moment with Bob Shank & The Life Mastery System

[03:30] The Work Chair: Delivering Value & Why It's the Default Trap

[06:20] The Danger of "I'm Busy" – Managers vs. True Leaders

[08:50] The Wealth Chair: Bringing Access to Capital & Resources

[11:10] The Woo Chair: Winning Others Over Through Relationships & Connections

[13:40] The Wisdom Chair: Rocket Fuel from Crystallized Experience

[16:20] Why Leaders Resist Leaving the Work Chair – Fear of Irrelevance

[18:00] Highest & Best Contribution – Allocating Time, Talent, & Networks

[19:45] Priority Gathering Invitation – April 22-24 at Hotel ZaZa, Dallas

[21:30] Action Step: Audit Your Chair This Week & Final Encouragement

Notable Quotes

“What if the reason that you're so burnt out is that you're sitting in the wrong chair?” – Jeff Gerhardt

“As a leader, your greatest contribution is when your feet are on your desk, not when your hands are on a keyboard.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Mangers try to squeeze things in. Leaders are allocating.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“We will stifle the next generation if we don't get out of the seat early enough.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Don't hold onto the work chair as your identity.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“The four chairs are Work, Wealth, Woo, and Wisdom. Which one are you sitting in?” – Jeff Gerhardt

Resources & Links

Jeff Gerhardt

https://priorityliving.org/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/
https://x.com/jeffgerhardt

Resources

Priority Gathering – April 22-24 | Hotel ZaZa, Dallas

The Master's Program – https://mastersprogram.org/

Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com

Life Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/

Hearing God by Dallas Willard - https://a.co/d/3wdO9R6

#FourChairs #LeadershipLeverage #WorkWealthWooWisdom #FaithLeadership #KingdomImpact #LegacyBuilding #TheMastersProgram #PriorityGathering #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #BurnoutToBreakthrough

In this solo episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt clearly breaks down the three most important tools for personal and leadership growth, explaining when and why you need each one. He shares powerful personal stories of how counseling rewired his past, how consulting delivered a game-changing system that turned around a struggling organization, and how true coaching draws out a thrilling, eternal future you didn’t even know was possible.

Jeff also reveals the four essentials every high-achieving leader needs—vision, a coach, a proven system, and a community—and shows how The Master’s Program and the upcoming Priority Gathering are built around exactly these four things.

Whether you’re stuck in past trauma, need expert systems, or are ready to step into a bigger future, this episode will help you choose the right support so you can build a life and legacy that truly matters forever.

In This Episode:

[00:00] Episode Intro: Coaching, Consulting, or Counseling – Which Do You Need?

[02:20] What a Counselor Does – Healing Trauma & Rewiring the Past

[06:10] Jeff’s Personal Story: How Counseling Restored His Relationship with His Dad

[09:40] What a Consultant Brings – Expert Advice, Systems & Turnarounds

[12:50] Jeff’s Consulting Breakthrough: The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni

[15:30] What Makes a True Coach Different – Drawing Out Your Compelling Future

[18:10] Jeff’s Coaching Focus: Building an Eternal Legacy That Matters Forever

[20:40] The 4 Essentials Every Leader Needs: Vision, Coach, System & Community

[22:50] Priority Gathering Invitation – April 22-24 at Hotel ZaZa, Dallas

Notable Quotes

“Many people don’t even know the difference between the three and some people call themselves one and really the other.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“A counselor helps us go back into the past to rewire our thinking… to process the past.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“A consultant gives you specific advice… spoon-feed you some answers.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“A coach helps you to build a compelling future and then draws out of you the answers.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Most of us woefully underplay the possibilities of the future because we’ll live the future that we feel is going to give us the most power.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“You need a vision that’s compelling… a coach to advocate for it… a system… and a community.” – Jeff Gerhardt

Resources & Links

Jeff Gerhardt

https://priorityliving.org/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/
https://x.com/jeffgerhardt

Resources

The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni - https://a.co/d/0dtzgxMd

The Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/

Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com

Life Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/

Hearing God by Dallas Willard - https://a.co/d/0aLdjNno
Priority Gathering – April 22-24, 2026 | Hotel ZaZa, Dallas

#CoachingVsConsulting #CounselingVsCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #FaithBasedLeadership #PersonalGrowth #KingdomEntrepreneurs #EternalLegacy #TheMastersProgram #PriorityGathering #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode

What if the reason you're stuck isn't what you think it is? In this episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt teams up with Rob Dayton to unpack the power of mindset, vision, and identity in breaking through self-imposed limits. Drawing from their experiences at the Meta Performance Institute and insights from Beyond High Performance, they explore how shifting beliefs can unlock your God-given potential without endless hustle.

Jeff and Rob dive into the pitfalls of jumping straight into action without a solid foundation of belief, the importance of declaring bold visions, and how faith plays a central role in transforming thoughts and behaviors. They share personal stories of overcoming limiting narratives, embracing gratitude, and loving the "gap" between current reality and future goals.

Whether you're wrestling with career stagnation, relational challenges, or spiritual growth, this episode offers a framework to believe first, act second, and experience more than you can imagine.

In This Episode:

[00:00] Episode Intro & Meta Performance Institute Kickoff

[01:45] The Existential Question: What Am I Here For?

[03:30] The Role of Coaching in Personal Growth

[05:15] Visionaries Like Elon Musk: Belief Before Reality

[07:00] Typical vs. Recommended Transformation: Action vs. Belief

[09:20] Building a Compelling Vision to Drive Commitment

[11:40] Ephesians 3:20 – More Than We Can Ask or Imagine

[13:50] Overcoming Self-Limiting Stories and the "Phantom Red Line"

[16:10] Mindset First: Be, Do, Have Cycle

[18:30] Repent and Believe: Transforming Thoughts Internally

[20:45] Handling Failures and Broken Commitments as Growth Opportunities

[23:00] Loving the Gap: Grace, Curiosity, and Excitement in Pursuit

[25:15] Believing to See: Mindset Before Skillset

[27:00] Final Thoughts on Examining Beliefs & Episode Wrap-Up

Notable Quotes

“The leader, the one who wants to take people somewhere, they declare where they're going. All of that starts by starting to declare it.” – Rob Dayton

“Our vision, at least in the area of how God has designed us, who he wants us to be, really needs to be grandiose. It needs to be something that, 'Gee, I can't even imagine that happening by then.'” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Mindset before skillset. That's what we're after.” – Rob Dayton

“Every broken commitment is not a place for shame but actually a discovery point gold inside of a broken commitment to learn why did that happen.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Progress not perfection—that incremental commitment towards that long term is the key.” – Rob Dayton

Our Guest

Rob Dayton is the principal consultant at StrategicCulture.com, where he leverages 30+ years of government experience to help cities and organizations align teams and clarify mission. A Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and Certified Working Genius Facilitator, he specializes in executive team coaching to boost morale and productivity.

As National Director of Coaches at The Master's Program, Rob is passionate about guiding leaders to discover and live their unique calling, transforming lives through their gifts. He is an experienced facilitator and speaker on leadership, culture, holistic fitness, and life mastery.

Resources & Links

Jeff Gerhardt

⁠https://priorityliving.org/⁠

⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/⁠

⁠https://x.com/jeffgerhardt⁠

Rob Dayton⁠

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rdayton/⁠⁠

https://www.centixlife.com/⁠⁠

https://priorityliving.org/⁠⁠

https://strategicculture.com/⁠

Resources

Beyond High Performance Book - ⁠https://a.co/d/07jV46Mn⁠

Meta Performance Institute - ⁠https://metaperformanceinstitute.com/⁠

100X Life Program -⁠https://a.co/d/0hro0Ifr⁠

Leveraging Success Podcast- ⁠https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com⁠

Hearing God by Dallas Willard - ⁠https://a.co/d/00VCc0LP⁠

#MindsetShift #PersonalGrowth #FaithAndLeadership #VisionBuilding #KingdomEntrepreneurs #BelieveToSee #Ephesians320 #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #ChristianMindset #BreakThroughLimits

What does it take for a marriage to not just survive the ups and downs, but become the jet fuel for your God-given purpose? In this heartfelt episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt sits down with his wife Heather to share a candid, behind-the-scenes look at their 30+ years of marriage—from hilarious Valentine's Day mishaps to navigating stress, growth, and kingdom impact.

Jeff and Heather reflect on their origin story, the evolution of their relationship through different seasons, and how shared ministry, humor, and hospitality have strengthened their bond. They dive into practical wisdom for handling tough times, prioritizing dreams over daily routines, and viewing marriage as a covenant that reflects Christ's sacrificial love—offering insights for couples at any stage.



This episode is filled with laughter, vulnerability, and actionable advice for building a thriving marriage that launches you forward in leadership, family, and faith.


In This Episode:


[00:00] Episode Intro & Valentine's Day Teaser

[02:30] Hilarious Valentine's Fail at Loves Truck Stop

[07:00] Origin Story: How We Met & Early Dates

[11:45] Marriage as Jet Fuel for Purpose & Calling

[15:20] Pre-Master's Program Life vs. Post-Transformation

[20:10] Keys to Staying Together: Covenant, No 'D' Word, Shared Ministry

[25:40] How Marriage Shapes Leadership & Hospitality

[30:15] Navigating Stress: Scripture, Prayer, & Emotional Matching

[35:50] Hardest Seasons & Lessons on Sacrifice

[40:30] Best Marriage Advice: Put God First, Dream Together

[44:00] Fun Surprise: Favorite Child Reveal & Closing Laughs

[46:30] Priority Gathering Promo & Episode Wrap-Up

Notable Quotes

“Marriage is either going to slow you down or launch you forward.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Your spouse is either going to be a boat anchor for your calling or they're going to be jet fuel.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Marriage was not a contract, it was a covenant and we took that seriously... there's no exit plan.” – Heather Gerhardt

“The grass is really not greener on the other side; it really is greener where you water it.” – Heather Gerhardt

“Put God first in your marriage... that means denying yourself, taking up your cross, following Jesus, and loving like Him.” – Heather Gerhardt

“Have a dream and keep living into it... dream maintenance is one of the themes for this year.” – Jeff Gerhardt



Our Guest

Heather Gerhardt is Jeff's wife of over 30 years, a dedicated mother of four, and a passionate mentor to women in faith and marriage. With a background in music ministry and hospitality, she focuses on pouring into couples through godly wisdom, humor, and intentional living, helping them build legacies that honor Christ.





Resources & Links


Jeff Gerhardt

https://priorityliving.org/ 


https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/ 


https://x.com/jeffgerhardt

Heather Gerhardt


https://priorityliving.org/bio-heather-gerhardt/


https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-gerhardt-18004546/

Resources


Life Balance Assessment - https://lba.priorityliving.org/

Leveraging Success Podcast - https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com

Hearing God by Dallas Willard - https://a.co/d/00VCc0LP

#MarriageAdvice #FaithAndMarriage #ValentinesDayStories #KingdomPurpose #CoupleGoals #ChristianLeadership #LegacyBuilding #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #ThrivingMarriage #HumorInMarriage


It's time to gather and reignite your calling! In this special episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt extends a personal invitation to The Master's Program alumni and potential participants for the Priority Gathering—an transformative event designed to sharpen leadership, foster community, and align your life with eternal impact.

Jeff shares the vision behind this three-day experience at the luxurious Hotel ZaZa in Dallas from April 22-24, emphasizing the pillars of invitation, replication, and community. Discover how gathering with like-minded kingdom leaders can stimulate love, good deeds, and bold visions through coaching, conversations, and insights from world-class speakers. Whether you're navigating a new season, building legacy, or seeking to pour into others, this episode inspires action toward a life that matters forever.

Packed with details on the event's lineup, pricing, and why now is the time to assemble—especially as the day of Christ draws near—this is your call to connect, collaborate, and elevate your leadership.

In This Episode:
[00:00] Episode Intro & Urgent Invitation to Gather

[00:45] Priority Gathering Details: April 22-24 at Hotel ZaZa, Dallas

[02:00] Not a Typical Conference – Coaching, Conversations & Vision Work

[03:15] The Three Pillars: Invitation, Replication, Community

[04:30] Hebrews 10:24-25 – Why Gathering Matters Now More Than Ever

[05:45] Who This Is For: New Seasons, Legacy Building, Family & Mission Impact

[07:00] Coaching Lineup: Bob Shank, Rob Dayton & Jeff Gerhardt

[08:00] Featured Speakers: Tom Doyle on Middle East Prophecy & End Times

[08:45] Jason Jaggard on Meta Performance & Beyond High Performance

[09:30] Surprises, Bringing Mentees & Getting Started with The Master's Program

[10:15] Irresistible Pricing: Couples, Singles & Event-Only Options

[10:45] Final Call to Action: Register at PriorityGathering.com & Reach Out

[11:00] Closing Encouragement

Notable Quotes
“Sometimes you just go live with the thing that everyone needs to hear. It's time to gather, to gather the alumni of the master's program and those who are considering joining.” – Jeff Gerhardt  

“And let's consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another. And all the more as you see the day of Christ drawing near.” – Jeff Gerhardt (quoting Hebrews 10:24-25)

“Many people live their lives as kings and queens, but don't know how to move into the sage stage. They're unsure about how am I going to arrange my life into the next season so that I can be pouring into others and growing my leadership so that it will matter forever.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Come hear from Tom Doyle, you're going to be able to hear so many things about what's going on in the Middle East that are not in the news because his feet and his team are on the ground there.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Jason Jaggard is the author of Beyond High Performance. Jason is going to be there speaking to us about what it means to be a meta performer.” – Jeff Gerhardt

Resources & Links

Jeff Gerhardt

https://priorityliving.org/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/

https://x.com/jeffgerhardt\

Resources
Priority Gathering - https://priorityliving.org/priority-gathering The Master's Program - https://mastersprogram.org/ Leveraging Success Podcast- https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com Beyond High Performance by Jason Jaggard  -https://a.co/d/07jV46MnHearing God by Dallas Willard - https://a.co/d/00VCc0LP

#LeadershipGathering #FaithLeadership #KingdomImpact #PriorityGathering #MastersProgram #ChristianCommunity #LegacyBuilding #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #EternalImpact #DallasEvent

What if disagreeing could actually strengthen your leadership, unity, and mission—whether in faith, business, or family? In this solo episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt explores the powerful concept of "disagree and commit," challenging the myth that niceness means avoiding conflict. Drawing from Scripture, personal experiences, and real-world examples.


Jeff discusses how honest disagreements can lead to deeper commitment and alignment around a shared mission, like loving God, loving people, and making disciples. He shares his own convictions on topics like John 13, baptism, and the Holy Spirit to illustrate how differing views don't have to divide us, as long as we prioritize the "patient on the table"—the core gospel mission. This episode offers practical insights for leaders navigating internal conflicts, team dynamics, and spiritual growth, emphasizing that true unity comes through rumbling, clarity, and unwavering commitment to what matters eternally.


In This Episode: 


[00:00] Episode Intro & Host Setup 


[01:15] The Danger of Avoiding Disagreement 


[03:00] Disagree and Commit: Unity Through Conflict 


[05:30] Jesus' Prayer for Oneness & Internal Staff (Body, Mind, Soul, Spirit) 


[07:45] Agreeing to Disagree: Real-World Examples 


[10:00] From Lover to Fighter: Valuing Conflict 


[12:20] Centering on the Apostles' Creed & Great Commandments/Commission 


[14:40] Jeff's Convictions: John 13 & Foot Washing 


[17:00] More Beliefs: Baptism, Holy Spirit, & Priesthood of the Believer 


[19:30] Book Recommendation: Experiencing Jesus 


[21:15] The Patient on the Table: Unifying Around Mission 
[23:45] Practical Language for Rumbling & Committing 


[25:30] Leadership in Ministry vs. Business 


[27:00] Closing Encouragements & Call to Subscribe

Notable Quotes 


“Meeting silence is corridor violence—not talking about disagreements pulls us apart.” – Jeff Gerhardt  


“Love doesn't mean we are absent disagreement or different points of view.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“We have to conflict to get to commitment; passive-aggressive behaviors emerge when we avoid it.” – Jeff Gerhardt 


“The patient on the table is our unified mission: believe Jesus is the Son of God, love God with all our being, love our neighbor, and make disciples.” – Jeff Gerhardt 


“Disagree and commit—don't let honest disagreements deter the mission.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Can we rumble about this right now? I see it differently, but I'm for the mission.” – Jeff Gerhardt

Resources & Links


Jeff Gerhardt 



https://priorityliving.org/ 


https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/ 


https://x.com/jeffgerhardt

Resources 



Life Balance Assessment - https://lba.priorityliving.org/  


Leveraging Success Podcast-https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com 


Hearing God by Dallas Willard - https://a.co/d/3wdO9R6 


Beautiful Outlaw by John Eldredge - https://a.co/d/hIro2xE


Wild at Heart by John Eldredge - https://a.co/d/fYJBhux


Fathered by God by John Eldredge - https://a.co/d/i1Aly1s


#podcast #ChristianPodcast #LeadershipPodcast #FaithLeadership #KingdomLeadership #DisagreeAndCommit #ChristianUnity #BiblicalLeadership #SpiritualGrowth #FaithJourney #JesusMission #GreatCommission #ApostlesCreed #ConflictResolution #TeamUnity #MarriageAdvice #BusinessLeadership #MinistryLeadership #GodsPurpose #LoveGodLovePeople #MakeDisciples #JohnEldredge #BibleStudy #PodcastLife #SpotifyPodcast #YouTubePodcast

Are you holding onto tasks that drain your energy and distract you from your true calling? In this episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt talks with Jason Glenn, a faith-driven wealth strategist and ministry leader, about the leadership discipline of “neglect”, letting go of non-essential responsibilities to focus on your strengths and empower others.

Jason shares insights from his move to Dallas–Fort Worth, his new role at Broadhead, and the launch of the Barnabas Collective. Together, they explore delegation, overcoming overload, and how benign neglect creates clarity, stronger teams, and lasting, God-centered impact.

This episode is filled with practical wisdom for leaders, entrepreneurs, and kingdom builders seeking to steward their time, talents, and roles with greater intention and faith.

In This Episode:
[00:00] Episode Intro & Guest Setup
[01:45] Jason's Background: Faith, Family, and Wealth Strategy
[04:00] The Challenge of Capacity in a Renewal Season
[06:30] Embracing Neglect as a Leadership Tool
[09:15] Identifying What to Let Go: Admin and Operations
[11:40] Forming Complaints & Shifting to Vision
[14:20] Background Beliefs: Control, Delegation, and Calling
[17:00] Risks of Overcommitment & Spiritual Warfare
[19:30] Gaining Freedom Through Neglect
[21:45] Accountability to Vision & Building Integrity
[24:10] Commitments for Momentum: Nuclear Actions
[26:20] Final Reflections & Prayer for Impact
[28:30] Closing Notes & Episode Wrap-Up

Notable Quotes
“Neglect is a bad word for me... but it’s about making choices every day because I’m finite and only have so much capacity.” – Jason Glenn

“I’m a natural gatherer of people, if I can connect people for the rest of my life, that fulfills me.” – Jason Glenn

“Integrity fuels growth, my commitments to that vision create integrity, and my soul starts to believe I’m going to follow through.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“You can’t have people behind a vision that have no purpose or stake in the game.” – Jason Glenn

Our Guest

Jason is a husband, father of two sons, and a faith-driven wealth strategist with a deep commitment to stewardship and legacy. His work is grounded in the conviction that money should serve families, faith, and future generations, not the other way around.

As a Partner at Broadhead, where he works with family offices, entrepreneurs, athletes, and entertainers to help reduce tax exposure and market volatility while building durable financial structures designed to endure across generations.

He also serves as Managing Partner of the Barnabas Collective, part of the national Barnabas Group, where he connects Christian business leaders with ministries to provide strategic guidance, leadership support, and encouragement that extends beyond financial giving.

In addition, Jason serves as Vice President of Business Development at SonShine Solutions, a faith-based organization expanding access to ACA-compliant health plans through a Christian cost-sharing model. Previously, he spent more than a decade as Managing Vice President of Business Development at TCWGlobal, where he helped generate over $1 billion in lifetime revenue through enterprise partnerships.

Resources & Links

Jeff Gerhardt https://priorityliving.org/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/ 
https://x.com/jeffgerhardt

Jason Glenn
https://www.barnabasgroupsd.org/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-glenn-ba184572/https://www.thebroadheadorganization.com/https://www.tcwglobal.com/

Resources

Life Balance Assessment - https://lba.priorityliving.org/  Leveraging Success Podcast- https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com
Hearing God by Dallas Willard - https://a.co/d/3wdO9R6

#Podcast #Podcasting #PodcastLife #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #LeadershipPodcast #ChristianLeadership #KingdomLeadership #NeglectAsATool #LeadershipNeglect #FaithBasedLeadership #ChristianEntrepreneur #KingdomEntrepreneur #FaithDrivenBusiness

What happens when success gives you options, but you're left wondering how to invest the second half of life in what truly lasts—family, faith, and eternal impact? In this episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with Chadd Hodges, entrepreneur and faith-driven leader, to explore the transition from building businesses to stewarding a legacy centered on marriage, fatherhood, and kingdom work.

Chadd shares his journey from starting and selling a thriving plumbing, HVAC, and electrical business to launching Service Fanatics, a service-oriented company in Southwest Florida aimed at demonstrating Christ's love through exceptional client care. Jeff and Chadd dive into the challenges of high achievement, including wrestling with scarcity versus abundance of time, envisioning the next three years for family and marriage, and deciding whether to stay rooted in Naples or pursue a simpler life elsewhere. They discuss practical ways to prioritize discipleship in the home, create quality time margins, and seek God's guidance amid abundant options.

This episode offers thoughtful insights for anyone navigating mid-life transitions, seeking to align success with eternal purpose, and building a family that echoes God's faithfulness.

In This Episode:
[00:00] Episode Intro & Guest Setup
[01:30] Chadd's Background: From Biblical Studies to Business Success
[03:45] The Big Question: What Does the Second Half Look Like?
[05:20] Prayer for Wisdom & Numbering Our Days
[07:50] Vision for Marriage & Family in Three Years
[10:15] Parenting Without Control: Tools for Independence & Faith
[12:30] Two Paths: Staying in Naples vs. A Simpler Move
[15:00] International Missions & Showing Kids a Big God
[17:20] Wrestling with Choices: Abundance of Options & Eternal Perspective
[19:40] Prioritizing Family as Primary Ministry
[21:30] Soil Testing: Evaluating Locations for Quality Time
[24:00] Systems for Boundaries & Saying No
[26:15] Fasting, Prayer, & Seeking Clarity
[28:20] Final Encouragements & Closing Prayer
[30:00] Episode Wrap-Up & Key Takeaways

Notable Quotes
“Success is just the beginning—it's about chasing what lasts forever.” – Jeff Gerhardt
“Teach us to number our days that we would gain a heart of wisdom.” – Chadd Hodges (quoting Psalm 90)
“My number one place of ministry is my family—that's what I have to focus on.” – Chadds Hodges “
I have dreams for my kids, but I don't get to control the outcomes. God's sovereign.” – Chadd Hodges
“Be careful what you ask for—you might just get it. To whom much is given, much is required.” – Jeff Gerhardt
“You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” – Chadd Hodges (quoting James Clear)

Our Guest
Chadd Hodges is a faith-centered entrepreneur, husband to Andrea for 20 years, and father of four, including their recently adopted daughter from Hungary. With a BA in Biblical Studies from Union University and an MBA from Liberty University, Chadd built and sold a successful plumbing, HVAC, and electrical business in 2019. He now leads Service Fanatics, a Southwest Florida company focused on exceptional service as a platform for sharing Christ's love. Passionate about adoption, foster care, global missions, and discipleship, Chadd is involved in initiatives like Gospel Patrons and the Matthew Six Foundation, emphasizing eternal impact through family and leadership.

Resources & Links

Jeff Gerhardt https://priorityliving.org/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/  https://x.com/jeffgerhardt

Resources

Life Balance Assessment - https://lba.priorityliving.org/ 
Leveraging Success Podcast- https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com
Hearing God by Dallas Willard - https://a.co/d/3wdO9R6
#LeveragingSuccess #LeveragingSuccessPodcast #Faith #EternalPerspective #FaithOverFear #KingdomImpact #ChristianParenting #FamilyDiscipleship #Fatherhood #GodlyMarriage #Discipleship #ChristianBusiness #KingdomEntrepreneur

What if God calls you to step into a bigger assignment, but the business you've built over nearly 20 years still demands your full attention? In this raw and vulnerable episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt coaches Kingdom entrepreneur and leader Selah Binno through a pivotal decision: whether to sell a major revenue-generating division of his company to fully embrace his new role as Executive Director of The Barnabas Group in San Diego.

Selah opens up about the tension between his long-standing business (where only 10% of his time aligns with his unique strengths) and a ministry calling that energizes 80% of his gifts and promises greater Kingdom impact. Through real-time coaching, Jeff helps Selah uncover self-limiting beliefs, reframe behaviors, craft a thrilling vision (selling at a 5X multiplier within 8 months), and commit to faith-filled next steps—all while trusting God's sovereignty.

This episode delivers powerful tools for leaders wrestling with competing priorities, fear of financial risk, and the courage to pursue God's next assignment.

In This Episode:

[00:00] Episode Intro & Guest Introduction

[01:45] Selah's Journey: Harmonizing Career, Ministry & Life

[04:30] The Shift: Ending One Assignment & the Barnabas Group Calling

[07:15] The Core Struggle: Prioritizing Focus, Time & Energy

[09:40] Unique Ability Assessment: Business vs. Ministry Imbalance

[12:20] "Hit by a Bus" Reality Check on Business Dependency

[14:50] Exploring Exits: Passion, Energy & Revenue Realities

[17:10] Unmasking the "Racket" – It's About Revenue, Not Purpose

[19:30] Crafting an Unconstrained Vision for Exit

[21:45] Scaling the Vision: From Stretch to Thrilling (5X in 8 Months)

[24:00] Identifying Limiting Behaviors & Beliefs

[27:30] Reframing Beliefs & Exploring New Business Models

[30:15] Gains: Time, Capacity & Financial Margin

[32:40] Commitment, Momentum & Micro-Actions

[35:20] Loving the Gap, Trusting God & Embracing Cycles

[37:50] Inner Excitement & Divine Confirmation

[40:00] Closing Prayer for Courage, Wisdom & Direction

[42:30] Host Reflections & Episode Wrap-Up

Notable Quotes

“The mind finds what it believes.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“What you believe, you will find—but it takes commitment.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“I think Barnabas requires more of me and has more impact… but my career hasn’t leveled up the same.” – Selah Binno

“Selling it as an outcome would be very exciting… that would thrill me.” – Selah Binno

“My life is very much subject to God’s will and His design… He is the ultimate engineer.” – Selah Binno

Our Guest

Selah Binno serves as the Executive Director and Managing Partner of The Barnabas Group in San Diego, a ministry connecting marketplace leaders to advance Kingdom work. An Army veteran and seasoned entrepreneur, Selah also leads as COO and principal of a building services company and manages investment portfolios. Passionate about faith-driven leadership, he seeks to align career and calling for maximum eternal impact.

Resources & Links

Selah Binno

https://www.linkedin.com/in/selahbinno/

The Barnabas Group https://www.barnabasgroupsd.org/

Jeff Gerhardt

⁠https://priorityliving.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/

https://x.com/jeffgerhardt

ResourcesLife Balance Assessment - https://lba.priorityliving.org/

Leveraging Success Podcast-https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com

Hearing God by Dallas Willard - https://a.co/d/3wdO9R6

#FaithFueledExit #HarmonizeForImpact #KingdomEntrepreneurJourney #GodsTimingExit #UniqueAbilityUnleashed #BarnabasBreakthrough #KingdomHarmony #ExitToThrive #BoldKingdomVision #LeverageYourCalling

What if this could be the best year of your life? In this solo episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt challenges you to break free from your default future and pursue a God-sized vision through a practical exercise on belief, possibility, and action.

Jeff explores how limiting beliefs shrink our dreams and shares a step-by-step process to stretch goals beyond the "realm of possibility" into thrilling, improbable territory. Drawing from personal stories, biblical wisdom, and real-world examples, he emphasizes loving the gap between where you are and where God can take you—turning failures into learning and hope into momentum.

This episode is filled with actionable tools for leaders ready to align their year with faith, eliminate fear, and glorify God through bold pursuit.

In This Episode:

[00:00] Episode Intro & Hook

[01:15] The Default Future & Belief Systems

[03:30] Parking Spot Analogy: Expectations Shape Reality

[05:45] Exercise Setup: Envisioning the Best Year

[07:30] Step 1: List 3-5 Amazing Outcomes

[09:00] The Realm of Possibility Continuum (1-10 Scale)

[11:15] Stretching Goals to Thrilling Levels

[13:00] Nuclear Actions: One Small Step Today

[14:45] Loving the Gap & God's Immeasurably More

[16:30] No Losing—Only Learning from Iterations

[18:00] The Leader's Breakfast: Hope

[19:45] Sharing Dreams & Community Accountability

[21:30] Final Prayer & Reflections

[23:00] Closing Notes & Episode Wrap-Up

Notable Quotes

“What you believe, you start to find, you start to pursue.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“Most people woefully underplay the possibilities of their life, simply because they do not believe.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“A people without vision will perish… absent a big dream, there’s no opportunity.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“We’re never winning or losing. We’re only learning as we go.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“The leader’s breakfast is hope… every meal needs to have a helping of hope on my plate.” – Jeff Gerhardt

“True love casts out all fear… we want to be on adventure with you.” – Jeff Gerhardt

Resources & Links

Jeff Gerhardt

https://priorityliving.org/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/

https://x.com/jeffgerhardt

Resources

Life Balance Assessment - https://lba.priorityliving.org/ 

Leveraging Success Podcast - https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com

Hearing God by Dallas Willard

#VisionCasting #BreakDefaultFuture #ImmeasurablyMore #Ephesians320 #LoveTheGap #HopeFilledLife #FaithOverFear #GoalSetting2026 #ChristianPodcast #LeadershipMindset #SpiritualGrowth #NewYearNewYou #PursueYourPurpose #LeveragingSuccessPodcast #JeffGerhardt #PriorityLiving