Seek Go Create with Tim Winders

Have you heard these myths about marketplace ministry?

Myth #1: Faith and work should be separate.

Myth #2: Only pastors and missionaries can do ministry.

Myth #3: Marketplace ministry is not as important as traditional ministry.

But these are all false beliefs that hinder Christian entrepreneurs from making a positive impact in their workplaces. In this episode, Joshua Brown will share the truth about the importance of marketplace ministry and how it can transform lives and communities. Get ready to learn how to fish on the other side and bring the Kingdom of God to your workplace!

"Maybe the most beautiful place that we could exit would be the church and head into the marketplace to be the church" - Joshua Brown

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About Our Guest:

Joshua Brown is a fervent believer in the power of ministry beyond the four walls of the church. Having spent years as a vocational pastor, Joshua ventured into the world of entrepreneurship by starting a pressure washing business that soon blossomed into a million-dollar success. His journey exemplifies the true potential of combining faith and work in the marketplace, empowering other Christian entrepreneurs to create spiritually fulfilling and profitable ventures. With a wealth of experience and a passion for making a lasting, positive impact on communities, Joshua's story inspires others to embrace the transformative powers of marketplace ministry.

Reasons to Listen:

• Uncover the potential of business in fulfilling ministry outreach objectives.
• Embrace the life-changing impact of God's love on personal transformation.
• Master the art of intertwining faith, work, and servant leadership.
• Recognize the importance of purposeful discipleship for nurturing a healthy culture.
• Acquire knowledge on effective business growth tactics and the significance of marketing.

Episode Highlights:

00:00:00 - Introduction,

Tim Winders introduces Joshua Brown as the founder of Pressure Washing Pastor, a business that seeks to inspire and challenge people to start pressure washing companies in their cities.

00:03:02 - Business Success,

Joshua Brown shares the revenue numbers of his pressure washing business, which generated almost a million dollars in four years while he was working full time as a student pastor at a church.

00:07:04 - Ministry Perception,

Tim Winders and Joshua Brown discuss the perception that you can only do ministry within the four walls of a church. Joshua shares his experience that there is more ministry going on outside the church than inside it.

00:09:44 - Ministry Identity,

Joshua Brown shares his personal experience of being a former vocational pastor turned minister in the marketplace, and how he struggled with losing his identity when he left the church. He now believes that his identity didn't change, and he is still very much a shepherd that's called to guide, protect, and lead.

00:13:39 - Empowering Creativity,

Joshua Brown wishes that more people would be empowered to think creatively when giving their lives to Jesus, and plant businesses instead of just planning churches. He believes that we need to invite people to think more creatively than what's been done in the past.

00:15:23 - Redefining Church,

Joshua discusses his views on ministry outside of the church and the importance of making disciples in the marketplace. He emphasizes the need to look at the early church as a model and to move away from segmentation within the church.

00:16:27 - Joshua's Testimony,

Joshua shares his testimony, from being born to a mother with addiction and living a nomadic lifestyle, to becoming a drug dealer and high school dropout. After getting in a car accident, he felt God's presence and turned his life around. He now has a ministry in the marketplace and is a husband and father of six.

00:20:49 - Catalytic Events,

Tim asks Joshua if there were any clues in his life that God was pursuing him before the age of 19. Joshua mentions feeling God's love when he was nine and being aware of the way he should be living. However, the car accident was a catalytic event that led to his transformation.

00:25:11 - Father Wounds,

Joshua discusses how father wounds from his past led him to love people with an expectation of receiving love in return. He learned that true love means loving without any expectation of return and embracing the Father's unconditional love.

00:28:38 - Unconditional Love,

Tim and Joshua discuss how understanding and accepting unconditional love can be difficult, especially for those who have had issues with their earthly parents. They mention the importance of exposing our own wrongness.

00:31:24 - Importance of Discipleship,

Joshua Brown discusses the importance of discipleship in his life and how he needed someone to show him how to live according to God's word. He encourages finding ways to create intentional and organic conversations to produce and make disciples.

00:33:28 - Coaching vs. Discipleship,

Brown compares coaching and discipleship and believes coaching is the closest thing to discipleship he sees now. He thinks the church is lazy and doesn't want to spend the time required for discipleship, making coaching a better option.

00:35:12 - Real-Life Discipleship,

Brown believes that creating a business provides more opportunity for real-life discipleship. He suggests inviting people over, confessing sins, being transparent, and spending time making disciples.

00:39:34 - Pastor of Pressure Washing,

Brown talks about his role as a pastor of one of the largest pressure washing companies in Nashville, Tennessee. He believes that pastors should be great lovers and servants of people and advocates for a servant leadership approach.

00:44:40 - Culture, Business, and Ministry,

Brown's core values are culture, business, and ministry. He believes culture is king and that doing great work inside one's own culture creates an opportunity for business and ministry.

00:45:59 - Washing Widows Homes,

Joshua Brown talks about how his marketplace ministry includes washing widows' homes in Nashville, fulfilling the biblical command to take care of widows and orphans. The focus is on doing for one what you wish you could do for everybody.

00:47:11 - Expanding the Pressure Washing Pastor Model,

Joshua discusses how he realized his pressure washing pastor model can be duplicated in other places. He created an infrastructure to help other pastors and faith-driven entrepreneurs launch their own pressure washing companies.

00:50:47 - Learning Points for Business Growth,

Joshua shares three key points for growing a successful business: time, money, and framework. He emphasizes the importance of investing in marketing and learning from failures.

00:55:05 - Significance and Identity,

Joshua talks about finding significance and value in life by recognizing that we are perfectly incomplete and lacking nothing in the eyes of God. He encourages listeners to walk in wholeness and freedom, creating something beautiful for the glory of God.

00:58:08 - Sharing the Message,

Tim encourages listeners to share the podcast episode with someone who needs to hear the message, whether it's a pastor or someone looking to start a business. He emphasizes the importance of the conversation and how it can minister to listeners.

Key Lessons:

• Seeking and listening to God's voice can guide us towards our purpose and path.
• Creating an efficient and supportive business model can help other businesses grow and provide better services.
• Testimony and sharing personal experiences can impact and influence others positively.
• Creating a positive culture and being servant-oriented can help to sustain a business and better serve clients.
• Business can be merged with ministry and lead to a positive mission.
• Stepping out of traditional church ministry can lead to new and impactful ways of serving and making disciples.
• Servant leadership can be demonstrated by prioritizing serving others in business settings as well as pastoral roles.
• Listening to others' stories is important in building community and establishing discipleship.
• Believing in one's purpose and seeking accountability in achieving one's goals is important in building and scaling a business.
• The early church model of community can serve as a useful guide for modern businesses and ministries.

Resources & Action Steps:

• Visit Pressure Washing Pastor's website to learn more about starting your own pressure washing business.
• Consider reinvesting profits back into your business to expand and grow.
• Reflect on your framework and identify ways to work with less time and money to achieve success.
• Explore ministry opportunities outside of the traditional church setting, such as coaching or starting a business.
• Consider the idea of planting a business instead of just a church.
• Empower those who give their lives to Jesus to think more creatively and outside of traditional ministry roles.
• Step outside of institutionalized thinking and consider how you can use your skills and talents to benefit your community and the Kingdom of God.

Thank you for listening to Seek Go Create!

Our podcast is dedicated to empowering Christian leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals looking to redefine success in their personal and professional lives. Through in-depth interviews, personal anecdotes, and expert advice, we offer valuable insights and actionable strategies for achieving your goals and living a life of purpose and fulfillment.

If you enjoyed this episode and found it helpful, we encourage you to subscribe to Seek Go Create on your favorite podcast platform, including Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. By subscribing, you'll never miss an episode and can stay up-to-date on the latest insights and strategies for success.

Additionally, please share this episode or what you’ve learned today with your friends, family, and colleagues on your favorite social media platform. By sharing our podcast, you can help us reach more people who are looking to align their faith with their work and lead with purpose.

If you love our podcast and find it valuable, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform. Your review can help us reach more people and inspire them to redefine success in their own lives.

For more updates and episodes, visit our website or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube. We appreciate your support and look forward to helping you achieve your goals and create a life of purpose and fulfillment.

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Does it feel like something is missing in your life, despite your efforts to improve it? Have you been told to work harder, longer hours or focus on one area at a time to achieve success? But still, you feel like something's not right? The pain of this disconnect can be frustrating, leaving you feeling unfulfilled and incomplete. But what if there is a better way to approach life? Join us in this episode as we explore the Five F's of Life: Faith, Family, Fitness, Finances, and Future Possibility with Jerry Dugan. Discover how you can prioritize your values and relationships to achieve fulfillment and true success on your own terms.

"Ultimately, a lot of these guys are following somebody else's definition of success." Jerry Dugan

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About Our Guest:

Jerry Dugan is a multifaceted individual with a passion for helping others achieve balance and fulfillment in their lives. As a leadership consultant, training facilitator, and public speaker, he's dedicated to guiding individuals in their pursuit of success in faith, family, fitness, finances, and future possibilities. In addition to hosting the insightful podcast Beyond the Rut, Jerry has also authored a book of the same name that further explores these foundational topics. With a unique perspective drawn from a diverse background, including being a skilled tuba player, Jerry's expertise and genuine enthusiasm for helping others make him a truly engaging and inspiring guest.

Reasons to Listen:

• Discover the art of balancing vital life aspects and nurturing relationships.
• Uncover the transformative potential of the Five F's for a rewarding life.
• Learn how to identify and attain personal success on your own terms.
• Gain insight into fostering a workplace where your team can excel.
• Explore the benefits of confronting challenges and venturing beyond your comfort zone.

Episode Highlights:

00:00:00 - Knowing Yourself and Defining Success,

Jerry suggests that identifying values and beliefs is key to defining success. He emphasizes the importance of finding meaning and purpose in one's life.

00:01:36 - Jerry's Work,

Jerry is a consultant, coach, and public speaker. He helps leaders become servant leaders by finding clarity and alignment in their work and personal lives. He bridges the gap between career success and faith-based values.

00:05:25 - Alignment with Seat Go Create,

Jerry and Tim discuss how both podcasts aim to redefine success. They highlight the importance of finding meaning and purpose in one's life, rather than following someone else's definition of success.

00:07:54 - Jerry's Tuba Days,

Jerry shares a hilarious story about how he became a tuba player in middle school.

00:10:53 - The Importance of Identifying Passions,

Jerry explains how he quit band in high school to pursue football, but eventually returned to band because playing the tuba was his true passion. He emphasizes the importance of identifying and pursuing one's passions in life.

00:12:06 - Pursuing Passions,

Jerry talks about how he pursued his passion for playing the tuba and how it led him to join the army. He reflects on how he gave up his passion to pursue something that wasn't his dream.

00:17:32 - The Comparison Trap,

Jerry discusses how we compare ourselves to others and get into a rut by following someone else's path. He believes it's important to examine our passions and understand what we want to accomplish in our lives.

00:19:39 - Defining a Rut,

Jerry defines a rut as a pattern of unproductive behavior. He believes that when we don't have a grounding in who we are, who we want to be, and who we're becoming, we can fall into somebody else's path, which becomes a rut for us.

00:21:14 - Ruts Are Relative,

Tim and Jerry discuss how ruts are relative, and what might be a rut for one person might not be for another. They also discuss how the world we live in today makes it easy to compare ourselves to others and get into a rut.

00:22:36 - Grind It Out,

Tim and Jerry talk about how sometimes it's necessary to grind it out and stick with something for a long time, like Moses did for 40 years. They recognize that ruts are relative and that it's important to understand what we want to accomplish in our lives.

00:24:57 - Work-Life Balance,

Work-life balance is different for everyone, and it's important to find the right balance according to individual priorities. The apostle Paul was content in whatever situation he found himself in. However, modern society tends to lean towards discontentment.

00:26:18 - Pursuing Goals,

It's important to determine if a goal is something we truly want to pursue or something someone else told us we should do. If it's the latter, it may lead to self-sabotage. Knowing what we truly want and what our priorities are can help us make better decisions.

00:30:01 - Five F's,

The five F's are faith, family, fitness, finances, and future possibility. These are the areas in which we should focus our attention to create a fulfilling life. By prioritizing these areas according to individual values, we can make decisions that align with our goals.

00:34:48 - Leaving a Job,

Leaving a job is a tough decision, but it's important to prioritize our mental health and well-being. Choosing to leave a job that goes against our values can lead to a more fulfilling life and a happier self. Trusting in our financial security and in God's provision can make this transition smoother.

00:35:35 - Prioritizing Family,

Prioritizing family over work and friends can be a difficult decision, but it's important to maintain healthy relationships with those closest to us. Building a strong relationship with a spouse

00:37:18 - Getting out of a Rut,

Jerry shares how he got out of a rut by focusing on the five areas of his life: faith, family, fitness, finances, and future possibility. He talks about how he quit his job, lived off of savings for a few months, and started his own business, which led to the creation of his book.

00:41:19 - Struggles with the Five F's,

Jerry talks about how he's doing well in the areas of faith, family, and future possibility, but struggles with finances and fitness. He explains how he and his wife have been working on talking about money more effectively, and he's realized the importance of exercise and healthy eating habits.

00:42:33 - Impact of Family,

Jerry explains how family impact has been the biggest thing he's heard from over 300 interviews on his podcast. He talks about how many people pursuing success in their career or business have neglected their family, leading to divorce or strained relationships. He emphasizes the importance of being present and engaged with family members.

00:43:14 - Prioritizing the Five F's,

Jerry discusses the order he prioritizes the five F's in his life: faith, family, fitness, finances, and future possibility. He explains how his faith and family are top priorities, and how his focus on future possibility drives him forward. He acknowledges the need to work on finances and fitness.

00:49:58 - Introducing Gertrude

Tim shares how he uses an AI tool called Gertrude to come up with conversation topics for his podcast. While Gertrude provides some good questions, there is a question about being a Proverbs 13 man that they don't understand. They discuss whether Gertrude is trying to manipulate them.

00:54:18 - Pursuing Dreams

Jerry talks about pursuing his dream of being a speaker and starting his own company called BTR Impact. He wants to inspire leaders to be servant leaders and help companies retain their talent. His vision is to travel the world and speak at events while being an empty nester living in a big city.

00:57:27 - Beyond the Rut

Jerry discusses his Beyond the Rut brand, which includes a podcast and book of the same name. He shares how the brand has evolved and how he wants to help people get out of their ruts. Jerry also talks about his company BTR Impact, which focuses on leadership development.

00:59:47 - Create

Jerry chooses "Create" as his word from the Seek, Go, Create trio. He is currently in create mode, taking all the ideas he has sought and making them happen. Jerry encourages listeners to identify their five F's (faith, family, finances, fitness, and future possibilities) and get out of their ruts.

Key Lessons:

• Prioritize your values and make time for the things that matter most to you, such as faith, family, fitness, finances, and future possibilities.
• Be mindful of the impact of pursuing wealth and career on your family and relationships.
• Seek guidance from God and family before making important decisions.
• Continuously examine your life and make adjustments to avoid falling into unproductive patterns of behavior.
• Recognize when you are following someone else's path and identify your own passions and goals.

Resources & Action Steps:

• Check out Jerry Dugan's podcast, Beyond the Rut.
• Purchase Jerry Dugan's book, also titled Beyond the Rut.
• Consider hiring Jerry Dugan as a leadership consultant or training facilitator.
• Define what success means to you and align your work and personal life accordingly.
• Take time to know yourself and your values to live a life of meaning and purpose.

Thank you for listening to Seek Go Create!

Our podcast is dedicated to empowering Christian leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals looking to redefine success in their personal and professional lives. Through in-depth interviews, personal anecdotes, and expert advice, we offer valuable insights and actionable strategies for achieving your goals and living a life of purpose and fulfillment.

If you enjoyed this episode and found it helpful, we encourage you to subscribe to Seek Go Create on your favorite podcast platform, including Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. By subscribing, you'll never miss an episode and can stay up-to-date on the latest insights and strategies for success.

Additionally, please share this episode or what you’ve learned today with your friends, family, and colleagues on your favorite social media platform. By sharing our podcast, you can help us reach more people who are looking to align their faith with their work and lead with purpose.

If you love our podcast and find it valuable, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform. Your review can help us reach more people and inspire them to redefine success in their own lives.

For more updates and episodes, visit our website or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube. We appreciate your support and look forward to helping you achieve your goals and create a life of purpose and fulfillment.

Are you a Faith Driven Leader? Take our quiz to find out! Discover how aligned your faith is with your work and leadership style.

Thank you for listening to Seek Go Create!

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From the bright lights of the stage to the boardroom, Greta Muller's journey took an unexpected turn when a tragic injury forced her to reevaluate her life's work. But what she discovered in the midst of her recovery would change the way she approached communication forever. Brace yourself for the plot twist that led Greta to become one of the leading advocates for authentic communication. What she learned could change the way you connect with others.

How hard do you want to make them work to buy whatever it is you're selling?- Greta Muller

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About Our Guest:

Greta Muller is a seasoned speaker coach with over 24 years of experience in empowering professionals and non-professionals alike. With a unique methodology developed from her extensive career as an actor, spokeswoman, and talent coach for television news and sports anchors, Greta has made it her mission to encourage and nurture the authenticity and individuality of her clients. Greta has a keen understanding of the importance of appearance and presentation when it comes to connecting with an audience, making her an expert in helping others hone their communication skills.

Reasons to Listen:

• Grasp the significance of genuine interaction in achieving effective communication.
• Tackle the anxiety linked to public speaking and elevate your confidence.
• Uncover the potential of vulnerability in forging meaningful connections.
• Embrace the pursuit of truth and authenticity for attaining personal development.
• Design purposeful relationships that pave the way for success.

Episode Highlights:

00:00:00 - Introduction,

Host Tim Winders welcomes guest Greta Muller, an experienced speaker coach and author of the book, "Opening Your Presence." The conversation will focus on how to be a better communicator, primarily from stage and in front of cameras.

00:03:57 - Appearance Matters,

Appearance is the strongest message we send, and it's the longest lasting impression we make. Greta explains that how we dress is the first step we take to prepare ourselves for what is in front of us. The way we present ourselves matters, and it's not about looking beautiful or like a fashion model, but about looking appropriate for the situation.

00:08:26 - Relating to the Audience,

When performing or speaking, it's essential to gear your delivery towards your audience. You should show respect and concern for that person and make it easy for them to buy or understand what you're selling. Always find a genuine part of your personality that can relate to the person you're addressing.

00:11:46 - Greta's Story,

Greta comes from a family of storytellers and was always a performer. She majored in theater in college and ended up in television and commercials. She discusses how her career changed around 38-40, a woman's career changes, and how her phone rang, leading her to become a broadcast coaching company.

00:15:23 - Becoming a Mentor,

Greta Muller talks about how coaching can help people navigate life's challenges. She sees herself more as a mentor and trusted advisor, helping people become their best selves.

00:16:41 - Breaking the Stereotype of Anchor Coaches,

Greta Muller mentions that many people think only good-looking people with excellent reading skills become anchor coaches. She explains how she tries to coach people to be more conversational and relatable instead of robotic.

00:19:20 - Tailoring Coaching to Personality,

Greta Muller discusses how every news station has a different style, culture, and personality. As a coach, she tailors her services to each individual client, keeping in mind their unique needs.

00:25:04 - Redefining Success After an Injury,

Greta Muller shares her experience of breaking her neck and how it led her to rethink her life. She realized that she loved her work but not the extensive travel, prompting her to open an office in New York and completely reinvent herself.

00:28:30 - Starting Fresh,

Greta Muller talks about tendering her resignation and starting fresh in New York after her non-compete period ended. She had to reinvent herself and find a new way to make a living, which ultimately led her to become a successful coach and mentor.

00:30:16 - Greta's awakening,

Greta talks about her awakening moment when she realized she was living her life unconsciously and decided to live a conscious life. She shares how she left her job and became a spiritual person.

00:31:17 - Redefining Success,

Tim and Greta discuss how people can become unconscious and keep working, convincing themselves that they can do more. Greta talks about the importance of acknowledging when we don't know something and saying "I don't know". She also shares her experience of saying no to a job that did not align with her values.

00:38:13 - Learning from experience,

Greta shares how she struggled with pleasing a demanding client, even though she knew that it was not the right fit for her. She also talks about how she learned from the experience and now knows when to say no.

00:42:18 - Writing a book,

Greta discusses how the lockdown during the pandemic gave her the opportunity to write the second edition of her book, which was more aligned with her values. She also talks about the challenges she faced while working with translators to translate her book into Greek and Chinese.

00:44:53 - Importance of communication,

Tim and Greta discuss the importance of effective communication, especially during the pandemic when most coaching and communication had to be done online. Greta shares tips on how to make online coaching more effective and helpful.

00:45:37 - The Power of Intention,

Greta emphasizes the importance of having a clear intention when speaking, whether it's to a small or large group. She advises focusing on how you want the audience to feel, not just what you want to tell them. Greta also notes that the biggest challenge she sees in her work is the negative self-talk that people engage in.

00:50:44 - Striking a Balance,

Greta discusses the challenge of balancing the desire to impress or sell with the need to be authentic. She advises clients to focus on being themselves and sharing information rather than performing. Greta also emphasizes the importance of starting small and building confidence incrementally.

00:54:54 - Building Confidence,

Greta shares her approach to helping clients build confidence, which involves starting with small steps, such as asking a question in a meeting or giving a short presentation to a small group. She also emphasizes the importance of seeing oneself as sufficient and focusing on one person at a time when speaking to a larger audience.

00:59:00 - Presenting the You You Want Others to See,

The main takeaway from Greta's book and work is that it's possible to be seen and heard the way you want to be seen and heard. She encourages people to make the connection between what they want and how they're presenting themselves, and to focus on delivering their authentic selves to their audience.

01:00:14 - Connecting with Greta Muller,

Greta provides her website - GretaMuller.com

01:01:04 - Seek Your Truth,

Greta emphasizes the importance of seeking your truth and authenticity in order for a path to be provided. This is a key principle in her book and can help everyone, from beginners to professionals, become better speakers.

01:01:27 - Book Recommendation,

Tim encourages listeners to get a copy of Greta's book, as it contains valuable principles for everyone. He also urges them to share the podcast episode with others who may benefit from the discussion.

01:01:57 - Are You Enough?,

The question of whether listeners are enough is explored, with Tim and Greta agreeing that everyone is enough and capable of achieving their goals. However, sometimes people need help and guidance along the way.

01:02:08 - Wrap-Up and Call to Action,

Tim reminds listeners to subscribe and listen to new episodes every Monday. He concludes by encouraging everyone to continue being their best selves and fulfilling their potential.

Key Lessons:

• Effective communication involves being able to relate to and interact with other people.
• Building confidence in communication is a gradual process that involves starting small and gradually building up one's skills and abilities.
• It is important to align one's values with the jobs and opportunities that one accepts.
• Rejection is a part of the journey towards effective communication, and learning to handle it gracefully is a valuable skill.
• Authenticity and humanity are key components of effective communication when speaking to larger groups of people.
• Communication skills can be developed through experience and coaching, even for individuals who are naturally shy or self-conscious.

Resources & Action Steps:

• Check out Greta Muller's book "Opening Your Presence: Presenting the YOU You Want Others to See" for tips on how to improve your communication skills.
• Consider hiring Greta as a speaker coach to improve your presentation skills.
• If you work in broadcast news, weather, or sports, consider hiring Greta as a broadcast coach to help you maintain your edge.
• Visit Greta's website to learn more about her coaching services and to book a session.
• Follow Greta on social media to stay updated on her latest offerings and tips for improving your communication skills.

Thank you for listening to Seek Go Create!

Our podcast is dedicated to empowering Christian leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals looking to redefine success in their personal and professional lives. Through in-depth interviews, personal anecdotes, and expert advice, we offer valuable insights and actionable strategies for achieving your goals and living a life of purpose and fulfillment.

If you enjoyed this episode and found it helpful, we encourage you to subscribe to Seek Go Create on your favorite podcast platform, including Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. By subscribing, you'll never miss an episode and can stay up-to-date on the latest insights and strategies for success.

Additionally, please share this episode or what you’ve learned today with your friends, family, and colleagues on your favorite social media platform. By sharing our podcast, you can help us reach more people who are looking to align their faith with their work and lead with purpose.

If you love our podcast and find it valuable, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform. Your review can help us reach more people and inspire them to redefine success in their own lives.

For more updates and episodes, visit our website or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube. We appreciate your support and look forward to helping you achieve your goals and create a life of purpose and fulfillment.

Are you a Faith Driven Leader? Take our quiz to find out! Discover how aligned your faith is with your work and leadership style.

Thank you for listening to Seek Go Create!

Mentioned in this episode:

Stop Reacting, Start Leading: Free 30-Minute Coaching Call

Are you leading with strategy or just reacting to the daily chaos? If you're feeling stuck, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to focus on the big picture, it’s time to take control. I’m offering a FREE 30-minute coaching call to help you shift from reactive to proactive leadership with clear, actionable strategies. Whether you’re facing new challenges or just need a reset, this call will give you clarity and direction. Book your free coaching call now by clicking the link in the show notes or visiting TimWinders.com/coaching.

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Are you tired of feeling like your leadership strategies aren't making a lasting impact on your team? Have you been told to simply develop faith-driven leadership without any clear guidance on how to do so? It's time to ditch ineffective advice and join us for an episode where you'll learn tangible ways to cherish your team, embody compassion and courage, invest in others, and seek divine guidance for true long-term success. Don't settle for mediocre leadership - level up with our expert insights.

Discover the impactful leadership lessons from the life of Jesus Christ, as a faith-driven leader learns to love, care, protect, guide, and be patient with those they lead.

Are you a Faith Driven Leader? Take our quiz to find out! Discover how aligned your faith is with your work and leadership style.

We must love and care for those that we are stewards over, that we have been given the responsibility for.- Tim Winders

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Reasons to Listen:

• Deepen bonds with those you lead by dedicating time to nurture connections.
• Utilize courage and empathy to embody a faith-driven leadership style.
• Create a lasting impact through investing in and nurturing the growth of others.
• Enhance leadership effectiveness with focused time allocations and forward-thinking methods.
• Seek divine guidance and embrace a humble attitude in your leadership journey.

Episode Highlights:

00:00:00 - Introduction,

Tim Winders introduces the topic of the podcast, which is about how faith can transform leadership, and how we can learn from the life of Jesus Christ to become better faith-driven leaders.

00:03:14 - Jesus as a Model Leader,

Tim explains why Jesus is a great example of a leader, regardless of one's faith. He emphasizes the impact that Jesus had on the world and how he interacted with three groups of people - the sheep, the wolves, and the disciples.

00:08:02 - Stewardship vs Ownership,

Tim talks about how Jesus was a steward, not an owner, and why this is an important concept for leaders. He highlights the responsibility that comes with stewardship and the need to take care of what has been entrusted to you.

00:13:03 - Lessons from the Life of Jesus,

Tim presents twelve lessons that we can learn from the life of Jesus to become better leaders. These lessons include the importance of loving and caring for those you lead, speaking hard truths when necessary, spending quality time with those you lead, and leading by example.

00:16:32 - The Humanity of Jesus' Leadership,

Jesus took time to patiently answer questions and spent time around his disciples. He led by example, showing us the importance of spending time, being patient, and understanding the needs of those we lead.

00:18:25 - Effective Communication,

Jesus used various communication methods, like parables, stories, and questions, to effectively communicate with different audiences. He emphasized the importance of clear communication and checking for understanding.

00:20:43 - Humility and Peace,

Jesus showed humility and avoided seeking personal glory or recognition. He worked to bring peace to situations and protect those he led. Faith-driven leadership requires both compassion and courage.

00:25:39 - Investing in Others,

Jesus invested in and developed his disciples, recognizing their vital role in continuing his work. Faith-driven leadership is about investing in and empowering others to continue the work of faith in the world. Think beyond individual success and impact beyond just the present time.

00:27:41 - Final Message,

Tim Winders shares his calling to promote faith-driven leadership. He encourages listeners to take the faith-driven quiz, listen to all the podcast episodes, rate and share them, and share them with other faith-driven leaders. Be a faith-driven leader and make an impact beyond the present time.

Resources & Action Steps:

• Take the Faith Driven Quiz at timwinders.com/faithdrivenquiz for a free e-course on faith-driven leadership.
• Read the Gospels to learn more about how Jesus interacted with the sheep, wolves, and disciples.
• Love and care for those you lead, just as Jesus did.
• Speak hard truths to those who may be taking advantage of those you lead, like Jesus did with the Pharisees.
• Spend quality time answering questions and patiently guiding those you lead, like Jesus did with his disciples.
• Be patient with those you lead, even if you have limited time.
• Prioritize prayer and time with God to guide your leadership.
• Lead by example, just as Jesus did.
• Look for opportunities to serve others and put their needs before your own.
• Seek out mentors and accountability partners to help you grow as a leader.
• Practice forgiveness and grace, just as Jesus did.

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Are you a faith-driven leader feeling overwhelmed by high expectations and struggling to maintain balance in your life? Have you been told to simply work harder or pray more to improve your leadership skills, but still feel stuck? It's time to take a different approach. Join us in this episode to discover practical strategies for overcoming common obstacles, building a supportive community, and nurturing the essential qualities of successful faith-driven leaders. Don't let burnout and frustration hold you back any longer. It's time to thrive in your leadership journey.

Are you a Faith Driven Leader? Take our quiz to find out! Discover how aligned your faith is with your work and leadership style.

Pride and selfishness is really the challenge, the downfall, the kryptonite that many of us, that many leaders have. - Tim Winders

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Reasons to Listen:

• Navigate the intricate hurdles faced by faith-driven leaders, such as high expectations, keeping pride in check, and taming ego.
• Cultivate a rich connection with a reliable support network within your community.
• Utilize essential self-care techniques to avert burnout and maintain a balanced leadership.
• Dive into King David's inspirational journey of overcoming setbacks and redeeming his mistakes.
• Nurture indispensable qualities for flourishing faith-driven leaders, like humility, compassion, and a servant's heart.

Episode Highlights:

00:00:00 - Setting Leaders Up for Failure,

The high expectations that we have for leaders often lead them to think that they can do more than they can, making them arrogant and causing issues.

00:04:25 - Reasons Why Leaders Have Challenges,

Leaders face challenges such as fatigue, burnout, temptation, and stress. They also suffer when the alignment of their actions, words, and faith gets out of whack.

00:08:53 - Strategies to Address Challenges,

Staying connected to a community of support, such as a church or business group, provides accountability, encouragement, and guidance. Leaders must also humble themselves, focus on serving others, and ensure that their words and actions are consistent with their faith.

00:10:46 - Leaders and Fatigue,

Leaders need rest and must not allow fatigue and burnout to lead to physical and emotional exhaustion. They must be cautious of letting their guard down and being around temptation, especially when they are tired.

00:14:02 - Importance of Guarding Against Temptation,

Leaders must guard themselves against temptation, especially when they are vulnerable, stressed, or fatigued. They must avoid putting themselves in situations that could lead to moral or ethical lapses that can damage their faith and reputation.

00:16:13 - Importance of Connection and Self-Care,

Winders emphasizes the importance of being connected with other people and avoiding isolation. He also stresses the significance of prioritizing self-care, including getting rest, exercise, and nutrition.

00:18:16 - Practicing Humility,

Winders discusses the importance of humility as a quality that leaders must practice and continually work on. This includes regularly evaluating motives and actions, seeking feedback and accountability, and being willing to admit fault and seek forgiveness.

00:19:27 - Seeking Forgiveness,

Winders emphasizes the importance of seeking forgiveness for mistakes and failures as a leader. He gives an example of a leader who failed to seek forgiveness and make amends, and stresses that leaders must be willing to take responsibility for their actions and work to make things right.

00:22:28 - Stay Grounded in Faith,

Winders highlights the importance of staying grounded in faith and maintaining a strong relationship with God as a foundation for being a faith-driven leader. This includes regular prayer, scripture reading, and seeking out spiritual mentors and guides for guidance and support.

00:27:11 - Lessons from King David,

Winders discusses the life of King David as an example of a faith-driven leader. He highlights the importance of faith, courage, humility, and compassion, as well as the willingness to take responsibility for mistakes and seek forgiveness. Winders encourages listeners to study the life of King David for inspiration and guidance.

Resources & Action Steps:

• Take the Faith Driven Quiz at Timwinders.com/faithdrivenquiz.
• Stay connected to a community of support, such as a church group or a group of people that can provide accountability, encouragement, and guidance.
• Prioritize self-care by taking time for rest and relaxation, monitoring sleep, and avoiding burnout.
• Set realistic expectations for oneself and others, avoiding putting leaders on pedestals and allowing for mistakes and limitations.
• Guard against pride and ego by remaining humble and focused on serving others, not oneself.
• Ensure alignment between actions, words, and faith, avoiding hypocrisy and maintaining consistency in all areas of leadership.
• Manage stress and deadlines by prioritizing and delegating tasks, seeking help when needed, and avoiding burnout.
• Guard against temptation by avoiding situations that could lead to moral or ethical lapses and staying vigilant in personal and professional conduct.

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Mastering Faith Driven Leadership: Proven Tips and Strategies explores the irony of the premise by highlighting the need for faith driven leaders to be simultaneously capable, confident, and humble as they seek to empower and elevate those around them.

Are you a Faith Driven Leader? Take our quiz to find out! Discover how aligned your faith is with your work and leadership style.

Prioritize your values and principles over your personal ambition or ego and work to serve others rather than yourself.- Tim Winders

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Reasons to Listen:

• Discover three essential aspects of faith driven leadership.
• Uncover the significance of blending capability, confidence, and humility within your leadership style.
• Apply practical tips that will elevate your journey in becoming an impactful faith driven leader.
• Dive into the story of Daniel for a biblical model of faith driven leadership.
• Uphold integrity, express gratitude, and respect others as crucial elements of successful leadership.

Episode Highlights:

00:00:00 - Three Big Categories for Faith Driven Leaders,

Faith driven leaders need to be capable, confident, and humble. They need to continuously develop their skills, build a strong support network, seek challenges, take responsibility for mistakes, and be adaptable.

00:08:03 - Building Confidence,

Faith driven leaders can be confident by believing in their abilities, surrounding themselves with positive influences, focusing on strengths and accomplishments, embracing risk-taking, and setting ambitious but realistic goals.

00:12:53 - Operating with Humility,

Faith driven leaders can operate with humility by practicing active listening, recognizing leadership as a team effort, showing appreciation and gratitude, being teachable, and seeking out mentors.

00:15:26 - Strategies and Tips for Faith Driven Leaders,

Faith driven leaders need to be capable, confident, and humble. Seeking feedback, having a coach or a board of directors, and prioritizing values and principles over personal ambition are important strategies. Serving others, practicing gratitude, and trusting in God are also essential for effective leadership.

00:17:46 - Importance of Quiet Time and Respect for Others,

Faith driven leaders need to prioritize quiet time for devotion, prayer, and solitude. They also need to have respect and honor for others, regardless of their beliefs or opinions. This inclusive mindset is crucial in showing love and humility.

00:19:48 - Honoring Commitment and Gratitude,

Faith driven leaders need to honor their commitments and respect other people's time. Practicing gratitude is also essential for effective leadership. Doing the best one can and trusting in God are key to success.

00:23:21 - Daniel as a Role Model for Faith Driven Leaders,

Daniel demonstrated remarkable leadership qualities, including courage, wisdom, and humility. He remained faithful to his beliefs and did not compromise, even in the face of great danger. His commitment to his faith serves as a powerful example for any leader to emulate.

00:25:41 - What We Can Learn From Daniel,

Daniel's commitment to his faith, his courage in the face of adversity, and his wisdom and humility are qualities that any leader can learn from. His example of no compromise and integrity is an inspiration to remain faithful to God in all that we do. Even when faced with challenges.

Resources & Action Steps:

• Take the Faith Driven Quiz at Timwinders.com/faithdrivenquiz.
• Continuously develop your skills and knowledge through education and practical experience.
• Build a strong support network of mentors, advisors, peers, coaches, etc. who can offer guidance and feedback.
• Seek out challenges and opportunities to get outside of your comfort zone.
• Take responsibility for mistakes and use them as opportunities to learn and improve.
• Be adaptable and flexible in the face of changing circumstances and challenges.
• Believe in your own abilities and trust your judgment as a leader.
• Surround yourself with positive influences and affirmations that reinforce your confidence as a leader.
• Focus on strengths and accomplishments rather than dwelling on weaknesses or failures.
• Embrace risk-taking and see failures or setbacks as opportunities for growth and learning.
• Set ambitious but realistic goals for yourself and your team and work towards achieving them with purpose and determination.
• Practice active listening and seek feedback.

Thank you for listening to Seek Go Create!

Our podcast is dedicated to empowering Christian leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals looking to redefine success in their personal and professional lives. Through in-depth interviews, personal anecdotes, and expert advice, we offer valuable insights and actionable strategies for achieving your goals and living a life of purpose and fulfillment.

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Do you desire to lead with a positive impact as a Christian leader who prioritizes faith above success? If so, I have the solution for you. Through my expertise, I'll show you how to position yourself as a leader of faith and obedience, resulting in a powerful and positive impact on those you lead. Faith driven leadership inspires and motivates others to follow in your footsteps and achieve greatness. Together, we can bring more hope and love into the world through our leadership.

Are you a Faith Driven Leader? Take our quiz to find out! Discover how aligned your faith is with your work and leadership style.

As a faith driven leader, you have a unique purpose. Only you can fulfill it. - Tim Winders

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Reasons to Listen:

• Recognize the value of faith driven leadership in cultivating a trust in God and making a meaningful difference in the world.
• Examine biblical instances of faith driven leaders, such as Joseph and Esther, exhibiting unwavering faith and obedience.
• Uncover the potential for women in faith driven leadership roles, with Esther's journey as a prime example.
• Comprehend the crucial elements of faith and obedience in building effective leadership skills.
• Assess the potential impact of faith driven leadership in transforming the world for the better.

Episode Highlights:

00:00:00 - Introduction,

Tim Winders introduces the Faith Driven Leadership series, discussing the unique purpose of faith driven leaders, the importance of stepping up and fulfilling that role, and the range of ages that can become faith driven leaders.

00:05:05 - It's Not About You,

Tim emphasizes that faith driven leadership is not about the leader themselves, but rather, it's about recognizing that they are a vessel for a higher purpose, leading with humility, putting the needs of others first, and striving for sustainable, long-term impact.

00:09:51 - Work as Ministry,

Tim explains that faith driven leaders have the opportunity to view their work as a ministry, recognizing that it's not just about achieving personal success, but using their skills and talents to make a positive impact in the world, regardless of whether they're in full-time ministry or not.

00:11:28 - Joseph and Esther,

Tim shares two examples of faith driven leaders in the Bible: Joseph and Esther. He highlights Joseph's remarkable faith and leadership qualities, including his ability to trust God's plan in the face of adversity, prioritize the needs of others, and ultimately save his people from famine. He also discusses Esther's bravery, faith, and willingness to risk her life to save her people from genocide.

00:14:44 - Joseph's story,

Joseph's story is one of extreme struggle for around eleven years, followed by being elevated from a prisoner to a prime minister in a matter of days. He was positioned as a savior for his family and nation, showcasing the importance of faith driven leadership.

00:15:45 - Esther's story,

Esther exemplifies the importance of being a faith driven leader. Her story teaches us that faith and obedience to God's plan provide the strength and courage to make a positive impact on others. As a faith-driven leader, we must be obedient to God's plan to be positioned to impact others.

00:16:58 - Importance of Obedience,

Esther's story highlights the importance of obedience to God's plan as it allowed her to be positioned as a savior for her people. It takes both faith and obedience to be a faith driven leader and make a positive impact on the lives of others.

00:18:28 - Faith Driven Leadership,

Being a faith driven leader requires faith and obedience to God's plan. By following his guidance, we can be positioned to make a positive impact on the lives of others, just like Joseph and Esther. It is important to operate with faith and step into the role of a faith driven leader.

00:19:57 - Faith Driven Quiz,

Tim Winder's Faith Driven Quiz is a short and simple assessment that helps assess your current standing as a faith driven leader. It contains twenty questions that will get you thinking about your leadership and faith.

Resources & Action Steps:

• Listen to episode one of the Faith Driven Leader series, Unleashing the Power of Faith Driven Leadership.
• Take the Faith Driven Leader quiz on Timwinders.com to assess your progress on the journey to becoming a faith driven leader.
• Consider stepping up and fulfilling your unique purpose as a faith driven leader, regardless of age or experience level.
• Remember that sustainable leadership is crucial for long-term impact, and view your work as a ministry to make a positive difference in the world.
• Study the lives of biblical examples of faith driven leaders, such as Joseph and Esther, to learn from their experiences and apply their lessons to your own leadership journey.

Thank you for listening to Seek Go Create!

Our podcast is dedicated to empowering Christian leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals looking to redefine success in their personal and professional lives. Through in-depth interviews, personal anecdotes, and expert advice, we offer valuable insights and actionable strategies for achieving your goals and living a life of purpose and fulfillment.

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Have you been trying to achieve purposeful leadership through faith driven qualities but feel like you're stuck in a rut? Have you been told to simply 'have faith' but found that advice unhelpful and ineffective? Join us as we explore a new approach to Faith Driven Leadership, one that will provide lasting, influential results for your own life.

Are you a Faith Driven Leader? Take our quiz to find out! Discover how aligned your faith is with your work and leadership style.

A leader is a steward, a caretaker, trustee over those people, places and things that God has gifted you with. - Tim WindersReasons to Listen:

• Recognize the significance of faith in influencing leadership styles and strategic choices.
• Embrace humility, compassion, and purpose as essential elements in Faith Driven Leadership.
• Explore Moses' faith-fueled adventure as a compelling biblical role model for leaders.
• Successfully complete the Faith Driven Quiz to assess your individual progress and enrichment.
• Develop faith driven leadership qualities to create meaningful, long-lasting effects.

Episode Highlights:

00:00:00 - Introduction,

Tim Winders welcomes the audience and introduces the topic of the Faith Driven Leader, which will be covered in five episodes. He provides a brief overview of the topics that will be covered.

00:05:38 - Defining Faith Driven Leadership,

Tim provides a definition of Faith Driven Leadership and breaks down the three key components of the term: leader, faith, and driven. He also highlights that Faith Driven Leaders are committed to serving others and making a positive impact on the world.

00:09:11 - What Faith Driven Leadership is not,

Tim clarifies some misconceptions about Faith Driven Leaders. He emphasizes that they are not perfect, not motivated by money or power, and not limited to pastors or ministers. He also mentions that being a Faith Driven Leader is a journey, not a destination.

00:12:05 - Characteristics of a Faith Driven Leader,

Tim highlights some key characteristics of a Faith Driven Leader, including humility, a servant's heart, and a deep sense of purpose. He also notes that Faith Driven Leadership is a lifelong pursuit of growth and development.

00:13:31 - Conclusion and Resources,

Tim concludes the episode by emphasizing that being a Faith Driven Leader is a journey, not a destination. He also mentions a quiz that listeners can take to assess their level of Faith Driven Leadership and provides links for additional resources.

00:14:29 - Moses' Example of Faith-Driven Leadership,

Tim Winders discusses Moses as a well-known figure in the Bible who demonstrated faith-driven leadership throughout his life. Despite facing obstacles and setbacks, Moses remained faithful to God and trusted in his power and guidance, even when confronting Pharaoh.

00:15:33 - Confronting Authority and Interceding for Others,

Moses was willing to stand up to authority when he knew it was not aligned with God's will, and he interceded on behalf of his people before God, demonstrating great compassion and empathy towards them. He spoke truth even when it meant risking his own life.

00:16:11 - Patience, Humility, and Perseverance in Leadership,

Moses had great patience during the 40 years that the Israelites wandered in the desert, despite their complaints and lack of gratitude. He relied on God's strength and guidance to overcome challenges, always seeking God's will and trusting in his promises.

00:16:52 - Qualities of a Faith-Driven Leader,

Moses' life is a powerful example of what it means to be a faith-driven leader. He had courage in the face of adversity, compassion for his people, and unwavering faith over long periods of time. These are qualities that any leader would do well to emulate.

00:17:51 - Unlocking the Power of Faith-Driven Leadership,

Tim Winders encourages listeners to take the Faith Driven Quiz on his website, timwinders.com, and reminds them that future episodes will explore why faith-driven leadership matters and why we need people to be faith-driven leaders. He encourages listeners to continue being all they were created to be.

Resources & Action Steps:

• Listen to episodes 2-5 of the Faith Driven Leader season on the Seek, Go, Create podcast.
• Take the Faith Driven Leader Quiz at Timwinders.com/faithdrivenquiz to assess your current standing as a faith-driven leader and identify areas for improvement.
• Reflect on your own leadership style and decision-making process, considering how your faith plays a role in these areas.
• Consider reading or studying the life of Moses in the Bible to gain insight into faith-driven leadership.
• Develop a growth mindset and commit to continuous improvement in your faith, character, and leadership abilities.
• Cultivate humility and a servant's heart in your leadership style.
• Seek to integrate your faith into all aspects of your professional and personal life, not just in ministry roles.
• Share the Faith Driven Leader Quiz with friends, colleagues, or team members who may benefit from assessing their leadership style and growth opportunities.
• Stay tuned for future episodes and resources from the Seek, Go, Create podcast to support your journey as a faith-driven leader.
• Reflect on your motivations in leadership, ensuring that they align with your faith and values, rather than being driven by money or power.

Thank you for listening to Seek Go Create!

Our podcast is dedicated to empowering Christian leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals looking to redefine success in their personal and professional lives. Through in-depth interviews, personal anecdotes, and expert advice, we offer valuable insights and actionable strategies for achieving your goals and living a life of purpose and fulfillment.

If you enjoyed this episode and found it helpful, we encourage you to subscribe to Seek Go Create on your favorite podcast platform, including Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. By subscribing, you'll never miss an episode and can stay up-to-date on the latest insights and strategies for success.

Additionally, please share this episode or what you’ve learned today with your friends, family, and colleagues on your favorite social media platform. By sharing our podcast, you can help us reach more people who are looking to align their faith with their work and lead with purpose.

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Stop Reacting, Start Leading: Free 30-Minute Coaching Call

Are you leading with strategy or just reacting to the daily chaos? If you're feeling stuck, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to focus on the big picture, it’s time to take control. I’m offering a FREE 30-minute coaching call to help you shift from reactive to proactive leadership with clear, actionable strategies. Whether you’re facing new challenges or just need a reset, this call will give you clarity and direction. Book your free coaching call now by clicking the link in the show notes or visiting TimWinders.com/coaching.

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When you first started your business, the end is probably the last thing on your mind. It’s the beginning of a new journey, and you’ll soon have to make decisions and take action as an entrepreneur. However, when you don’t know where you want to go, or the end you want to reach, it’s easy to get lost on the way. It’s harder to grow the value of your business and gain the freedom you want without this clarity and direction.

As Ryan Tansom says in this episode, start with the end in mind. He joins us on the Seek Go Create Podcast for a conversation about intentional growth and how it plays a part in maximizing the value of your work. We talk about difficult topics like exiting the business and more. Ryan also dives into the Intentional Growth Framework and the five principles that guide it. Learn to be intentional in your journey and growth as an entrepreneur.

If you’re an entrepreneur who’s a little bit lost on your journey and wants to have intentional growth in your business, then listen to this episode.

3 Reasons to Listen:

1. Discover how your experiences play a role in wisdom and clarity.
2. Learn the definition of intentional growth and apply it to your journey as an entrepreneur.
3. Find out what the five principles of intentional growth are and how they can help you.

Resources

• Visit us and find more resources just for you on Seek Go Create’s website
• Conversations With God Series by Neale Donald Walsch
• Book 1
• Book 2
• Book 3
• Book 4
• Halftime Institute
• Finish Big by Bo Burlingham
• True Classic Tees
• Fresh Clean Threads
• Intentional Growth Podcast
• Visit Arkona and check out their resources.
• Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn

About Ryan

Ryan Tansom founded Arkona in 2019 to help entrepreneurs get clarity and grow the value of their life’s work. He started his entrepreneurial career at his family business as an Executive VP responsible for the strategic, operation, and financial strategy. His experiences helped him build his own company and create the Intentional Growth Framework.

Ryan hosts the Intentional Growth Podcast, where they talk about how entrepreneurs can grow value and make an impact. He is also a keynote speaker and educator.

Learn more about Ryan and his work at Arkona through their website. You can also connect with him through LinkedIn.

Episode Highlights[02:43] The Start of Ryan’s Journey

• Using education and fractional CFO resources, Ryan helps entrepreneurs be able to choose and have the freedom they want.
• Like here at Seek Go Create, Ryan’s journey is about helping people redefine success. He wants to help them find their goal with intentional growth.
• For years, Ryan worked in the family business led by his dad. In 2009, they lost hundreds of thousands of dollars and had to figure out what they wanted to do and why.
• In the end, they sold it for the highest offer. They struggled with this decision and its effects because they didn’t define success and had no criteria for it.
• Throughout their whole entrepreneurial journey, they weren’t in control. Without clarifying their goal, Ryan and his father couldn’t make the best choices to stay on track.

[08:39] “I just realized that through the Superbowl of our entrepreneurial career, we weren't in control of our own destiny because we hadn't clarified what is the goal.” - Click Here To Tweet This[09:42] Experience Begets Clarity

• Tim theorizes that it’s through difficult situations like Ryan’s that a person can get clarity.
• Ryan believes that relativity helps people understand who they are. By going through experiences, you can change yourself.
• Wisdom is learning from other people’s experiences and applying these lessons in your life.
• However, sometimes you need to hit the bottom to get back up.

[11:21] Designing Your Journey

• Success is a journey. The whole point of life is the journey to learn more about yourself through different experiences.
• Ryan’s podcast was called Life After Business before being renamed Intentional Growth. It was about what entrepreneurs can do after selling their businesses.
• Most of them weren’t happy after making the sale. They often wished they had realized what the business really meant in their lives.
• It’s important to learn from your good and bad experiences. This way, you can intentionally design more experiences that you want in your life. 
• Have the freedom to be yourself without having to sacrifice what you’ve built.

[13:51] “The whole point of life is the journey. We actually learn more about ourselves through our experiences in life.” - Click Here To Tweet This[14:33] Experiences in Perspective

• Tim recently went to the Grand Canyon. There, he thought about how the first people to discover the place probably didn’t see it for its magnificence. Instead, they saw the problem it posed.
• Like them, going through a new experience can seem bad when you’re in the midst of it. However, without the past, you wouldn’t be who you are today.
• Ryan was a copier sales representative who got a D in Accounting. Ironically, he now teaches finance to entrepreneurs and all sorts of people.
• He built the business that he wished existed when they were struggling. It was because he saw this gap and went through it firsthand that he realized that there was a need.
• When you put things into perspective, you might see that the problem was actually something amazing.

[18:20] Working in a Family Business

• As a child, Ryan wasn’t a good student. His father was the same. He barely graduated high school and didn’t do well in college. 
• However, his father taught Ryan that all you need is to be good to people and bring value to be able to do what you want.
• Family businesses are faced with their own challenges. People often hold their family members to different standards than just regular employees.
• Ryan and his father had a close relationship. Fortunately, ending their business went well, and they were able to redefine who they were and what their relationship was.
• Many family businesses have a lot of tension, emotion, and conflict. Selling it can be more practical than ending up severing the family’s relationships with one another.

[26:55] Time to Make an Exit

• When you’re building a good company, the exit comes naturally. However, some people may never want to do so.
• Many people talk to Ryan because they want an out. Ryan challenges them and questions what exactly is it they want to get out of.
• You need to clarify what you want to exit. It can be a leadership role, your job, your asset, or maybe all of these things.
• Only then can you start planning what you want to do.

[30:59] Defining Intentional Growth

• Intentional growth is taking purposeful action toward a clearly defined outcome. This way you’ll know how your decisions today impact what you want in the future.
• Originally, his 5 principles were called the Growth and Exit Planning Principles. However, he realized that almost everyone hated the word “exit.”
• Most people don’t know a lot of things when it comes to making their exit. However, once they start educating and exploring their options, other people tend to freak out.
• Start with the end in mind. He wanted people to realize that you must build value on the way to the exit to have the choices you want.
• The combination of intentional and growth got this point across. It’s all about putting the present and long-term growth into one phrase.

[31:47] “Intentional growth is taking purposeful action towards a clearly defined outcome. So we know how our decisions today are impacting what we clearly want in the future.“ - Click Here To Tweet This

[36:43] Not an Exit, But Intentional Growth

• The word “exit” is like the word “death.” People don’t want to talk about it because it’s taboo. On the other hand, the word “intentional” is more positive.
• If you’re applying intentional growth in running your business, you have to view it like a financial asset. To do this you need to clarify three things.
• First, know who you are, what you want from your business, and why. Second, clarify your target equity valuation. Lastly, clarify how you want your leadership role to evolve.
• Intentional growth eradicates the word “exit.” If you can view your business as a valuable asset, then you can monetize it in a way you can best benefit from.

[39:14] Defining Growth

• Everyone has their own definitions of growth and intentional. For Ryan, growth alone is empty. It’s within intentionality that it starts making sense.
• Most people’s goals aren’t solid. They don’t take you to a destination.
• Growth is pushing your limits. It’s pursuing your fullest potential. When you’re not doing this, you might feel resentment, depression, and anxiety.
• When you know where you want your life to go, your business can help you get there.
• Growth means that there’s alignment in what Ryan considers to be important. When you’re in sync, you can intentionally navigate your Grand Canyon experiences.

[43:50] “Growth means that all of the things that are important for me are synced up and aiming towards something that I want. It’s knowing that there are going to be Grand Canyons on the way...” - Click Here To Tweet This

[44:56] The Five Principles of Intentional Growth

• The five principles of intentional growth are a framework for making decisions based on what you want. It should go in order for it to work.
• The first principle is vision. determine what it is you want from your business. Without it, you can’t plan your way forward.
• Second is having three financial targets. These targets measure and monitor your business and view your business as an asset.
• The first financial target is your target annual income. Second is your outside net worth. The third target is your target equity valuation.
• Tune in to the full episode to discover the last three principles. You’ll also be able to learn more about how they can help stay on track with your journey.

[45:29] “The decisions that we have every single day getting thrown at us, the goal is to be able to synthesize those into a framework.” - Click Here To Tweet This

[51:38] Challenges in the Framework

• For Tim, the first principle is the hardest to apply. Many people find it the most challenging. However, it’s crucial to start from there.
• Ryan’s experiences in Arkona, their educational business, people often struggled with principle # 4.
• Ryan wants to be able to educate people first about their finances so they can make their own decisions. 
• Unfortunately, most people don’t manage their finances well. Ryan isn’t able to help them without knowing their numbers.
• A CFO can help you. Ryan launched a financial dashboard offering where they support you by helping you plan. You’re in control of making it happen.

[01:02:58] Seeking: Ryan’s Four Personal Principles

• Ryan chooses the word “seek.”
• He loves to learn.
• His four personal principles in order are to learn, create, teach, then finally lead.

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Money is such a difficult conversation to have with anyone. However, it's a vital part of living in today's world. That's why it's time to talk about money, especially with your children. Learning how to manage money and becoming financially literate is a life skill everyone needs to develop. As parents, it's up to you to have these conversations and ensure you know how to teach financial literacy for teens and kids.

Here to talk about money in this episode is Clifton Corbin, an advocate for financial literacy. He shares his passion for educating yourself and your children about money. He also talks about why it's essential to have these difficult discussions.

Talking about money isn't something to be scared of. Instead, Clifton invites you to start the conversation and learn about finances.

3 Reasons to Listen:

1. Understand why financial illiteracy is happening and what you can do to change that.
2. Learn why it’s important to teach financial literacy for teens and kids to your children.
3. Hear concrete tips and advice from Corbin about how you can start helping your children become financially literate.

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About Clifton

Clifton Corbin is a financial literacy advocate, author, and speaker. He is also a registered financial consultant and has a Master's Degree in Business Administration. Clifton is passionate about advocating for financial literacy among children, young adults, and parents. Using his experience managing million-dollar budgets, and understanding of economics and personal, finance, he teaches children and parents the importance of financial literacy for teens and kids.

Clifton is also a stay-at-home dad! He, himself, is having conversations with his kids about money. His book, Your Kids, Their Money, guides parents in teaching their children to be financially literate. He also revised The Richest Man in Babylon and related it to personal finances in today’s society.

Learn more about Clifton’s work on his website.

Episode Highlights[02:41] The Many Things Clifton Does

• Clifton is an advocate for financial literacy. He’s passionate about helping spread financial literacy for teens and kids.
• He is also a stay-at-home dad. Even at home, Clifton can find creative ways to maximize his time even without a full-time job.
• Too often, people tie their identities to their job. Before leaving his office job, he trained for a managerial position. 
• Leaving meant losing opportunities. Clifton wouldn’t be able to teach younger talent and wouldn’t be able to be a voice in the diversity of different roles as a black male.
• It was hard for him at the beginning. However, he still found many opportunities to give back and support the communities he is a part of.

[06:29] The Many Roles of One Person

• Clifton loves to learn and create. However, he never sought to be an author. He had something to share, so he wrote a book.
• He enjoys working on different things but doesn't necessarily identify with each of them.
• Clifton is a husband, a father, a friend, and many more. It takes a lot of work to compress a person into one title.
• Rather than ask a child what they want to be when they grow up, it can be better to ask them what they want to do for the next few years. 
• What you want to do can change. Even as adults, people are still figuring out who they are. 

[13:26] The Financially Illiterate Epidemic

• Too many people see talking about money as taboo. Not enough schools teach financial literacy for teens and kids either.
• It can be an incredibly complicated and individualized topic. Educating yourself about finances requires time and effort to figure out how it works.
• It's essential to encourage people to talk about money. It can be hard to have this conversation because many are afraid of it.
• Having more conversations about money can lead to an exponential increase in financial literacy. People need to talk about money to learn.
• Financial literacy for teens and kids is essential for them to have a secure future.

[16:19] “If we can open up some of these conversations. If we can have some more transparency with regard to our money. I think what will happen is the financial literacy will increase exponentially.” - Click Here To Tweet This[18:02] The Life Skill of Making Money

• As taught in school, financial literacy for teens and kids doesn't prepare them. The concepts are too general.
• You're still responsible for educating your child. It's not just about teaching your child how to manage money but also about values and principles. 
• Financial literacy is a life skill. Children need to learn how to manage money and how to feel confident and comfortable with doing so.
• Without teaching them, children may never learn these skills or learn them the hard way. 
• People need to build these habits and skills to be ready for when they need to use them.

[20:32] “One of the skills they (our children) will absolutely need is how to manage money, how to feel confident, and comfortable managing money in a way that will benefit them.” - Click Here To Tweet This[23:29] The Importance of Financial Literacy for Teens and Kids

• From an early age, Clifton's parents were open with him about money. However, he only learned about earning money and saving it.
• With only those two aspects, he had fractured financial literacy. He lacked deeper knowledge about managing money and ended up making mistakes.
• In making and fixing those mistakes, he learned about all the other aspects of financial literacy.
• Clifton wants to ensure that the youth can get the whole picture of financial literacy early on. Learning these things can help prepare them for the future.
• Wherever you are in you're life, you want to feel like you can manage your money. It's about knowing what to do and feeling confident and comfortable doing so.

[29:49] Teaching Financial Literacy for Teens and Kids as a Parent

• No matter your confidence in your knowledge, parents automatically know more about money than their children do.
• However, you can also take this opportunity to educate yourself and learn more about what you don’t know.
• Share with your children what you know, like personal experiences that taught you firsthand.
• If you choose not to talk about it, you're not informing or educating your children. You have to teach them how the world works; money is a big part.

[30:46] “If you don't feel like you've got your money under control, this is the chance to say, ‘Okay, I'm going to start learning.’“ - Click Here To Tweet This[34:40] Money in Many Cultures

• Different cultures might teach and approach money differently. But regardless of culture, having these conversations, especially with your children, is vital.
• Generational gaps, gender, age, and even familial structure can affect how these conversations go.
• You have the advantage in conversations with your children because they don’t yet have these different stigmas about money.
• Show your children that you are open to discussion. Let them ask questions and encourage honest communication to build relationships and trust.
• Run toward conversations that make you uncomfortable. Often, it’s these conversations that promote your growth as a person.

[38:43] "Run towards the conversations that make you feel uncomfortable. If you can have those conversations, things get better." - Click Here To Tweet This[39:48] Your Kids, Their Money

• Clifton's book, Your Kids, Their Money is a guide for parents, guardians, and adults, in general, to hold conversations about money.
• The title encapsulates the need to support kids and teach them to be responsible with their money.
• The book also provides a peek into Clifton's life. He talks about the importance of managing money and appreciating community.
• It’s written for parents to help them start having these conversations. The book includes resources and advice on what you need to know and what you can say to your kid.
• It’s never too late or too early to start teaching your kids about money.

[45:09] Getting The Conversation Started

• Give your children an opportunity to practice their financial skills through a budget or allowance. Letting them handle money can go a long way to learning how to manage money.
• Making financial conversations a natural part of your life is also helpful. 
• Having both these conversations and opportunities to practice can help them develop a better mindset about money.
• For younger children, focus on teaching them about finances. Be an advisor to older children to help deepen their understanding through discussions and questions.
• Clifton advises against tying allowance to work. What's important is that your children can practice using money.

[47:14] “Have those conversations and just make them part of your everyday. So that your kids are just in the mindset of thinking about what they could be doing and what they should be doing.” - Click Here To Tweet This[56:43] Clifton on Teaching Financial Literacy for Teens and Kids

• Clifton's oldest child is 10, and the youngest is 8.
• Both his kids get an allowance. His son is money-motivated, but his daughter is less so. Each individual has their own approach to managing money.
• However, both are motivated by donating and helping the less fortunate. Just recently, his son gave some of his money to someone asking for loose change.
• Clifton is glad to be able to give them these kinds of opportunities to express themselves. 

[56:13] Doubling Down on Creating

• Right now, Clifton is in a creative mindset. He is working on a workbook version of his book and a tabletop game about personal finances.
• In the past, he has focused a lot on the administrative side of his advocacy. Now, he wants to focus on creating.
• It’s energizing for Clifton to create.

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Seek Go Create is for anyone seeking excellence, moving towards success, or creating something new. We share topics, stories, and conversations that allow us to rethink how we live, work, and lead. Financial literacy for teens and kids is a critical skill. It’s our responsibility as parents to teach our children.

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