The Paterson Podcast

Often, when looking for the right answer in life, we seek out the most intelligent person within your field of inquiry. However, when you’re seeking greater perspective in life, you don’t pursue the most intelligent person you can find, you seek the wisest one. Intelligence can provide us with excellent answers to our questions; Wisdom will offer you a whole new set of questions to consider. Join us today as we look to distinguish that difference and pursue Wise Guides in our journeys of purpose.

Kirk Noonan leads the Convoy Nation at Convoy of Hope. A faith-based nonprofit, focused on easing suffering in the world, Convoy of Hope has served 150+ million people in 125 nations or territories around the world.

In this conversation, Kirk speaks of taking people to the trailheads of great adventures, and guiding many more of us to step into the adventure we are being called into. We hear how when Kirk arrives with the Convoy team in a place of great suffering and devastation, his prayer is not to be kept safe, or to experience great success; rather, his prayer is to be guided to the people in greatest need, and to the greatest stories possible. It’s a prayer and intention of great courage and service.

Corey is the Co-Founder and CEO of Zuul, a technology company powering a brand new model of food delivery. Their innovative approach expands the revenue and reach of restaurateurs, while delivering a unique experience to customers. Whereas so many of the food delivery apps eat away at the (already razor-thin) restaurant margins, Zuul’s model is crafted to put more money in the pockets of the Operators — to help many more people thrive in the business of food.

The journey to get here hasn’t been easy. After Corey had heard his 200th “No” from Venture Capitalists, his wife bought him a framed copy of Roosevelt’s “Man in the Arena” quote, and encouraged him to press on. Corey kept going, and eventually the eyes of Investors were opened to what Corey already saw — a remarkable opportunity to bring innovation and value throughout the entire food industry.

Before we set out on a journey, we take time to gather our necessary supplies and chart our course. Even with the most informed strategy to reach our destination, we may encounter glitches in the system that lead us down the wrong path. What does it look like to have the courage and decisiveness to pursue what we know is right?

During this episode of the Paterson Podcast, we will consider the evolution of modern-day navigation and how this mirrors the way we negotiate the turn-by-turn directions of our own lives.

When does preparation for your journey change from precaution to panic? How do you know if your preparation is motivated by resourcefulness or if it is driven by fear and anxiety? This week on the Paterson Podcast we’ll discuss the subtle nuances of preparation and how to distinguish if they are fueling your confidence or your cowardice.

What distinguishes a treasured map from a trivial one? A treasured map highlights all of the essential information and shields you from all the distractive and noisy stuff. Without the essential information, every step we take forward is planted with caution, suspicion and fear. What about the maps, plans, and playbooks we use to navigate our life and work? Join us today as we discuss how to distinguish the essential information from the distractive stuff so you can confidently plant your feet on your pathway forward.

If we can define what we’re pursuing, then lost is any time we’re in conflict or misalignment with that purpose.” — Stephen Milburn

We’ve all experienced that feeling of being lost. Perhaps it’s on a road trip, or a hike. Or perhaps it’s in your vocation, your community, or your relationships. Perhaps it’s in the organization you help to lead.

What do we do when we sense we’re moving in the wrong direction? What can we do when we feel lost in the different arenas of our lives?

We have to first get really clear on what we’re trying to pursue. This is true for our personal lives and for our organizations. And when that true north is clear, then we can build the right strategies and steps to stay in alignment with that purpose.

Changing with the times is an essential component for anyone seeking a fresh expression of their calling in the world. Before Nokia was ever a mobile phone empire it was first a pulp manufacturer and at one point in their story even tried their luck at footwear. Join us today as we explore the hidden connection behind a calling and the creativity needed to adapt under the tectonic shifts of today’s world.

When asked to describe yourself, you may not struggle to find words that illustrate either your reflection in the mirror, or your personality. However, defining our individual purpose is a difficult challenge for most. While you may not feel you have the words to articulate why you exist, your purpose is not hidden on another continent. Your purpose is deep within you, ready to be lived out each day — in every relationship and applied to life’s greatest challenges.

For many of us, we base our identity on the things we do, how well we perform, and what we achieve. Although the things we do are certainly important, identity is more than doing something; identity exists before we do anything.

Join us today as we explore our understanding of identity and how it will transform the way you do everything.