The Shepherd at Work

She’s known as the queen of innovation—but in this episode, Natalie Born doesn’t just talk about disrupting ideas, she challenges you to disrupt your life.

Author of Set It on Fire: The Art of Innovation, Natalie shares the first step every leader must take to ignite creativity and transformation in their business. But the conversation takes an unexpected—and powerful—turn when she connects the biblical story of Jonah and Nineveh to innovation and obedience.

Her question will stop you in your tracks: What is your Nineveh? What calling, idea, or opportunity have you been running from—and what might happen if you said “yes” instead?

In this high-energy and thought-provoking episode, you’ll discover:

The first step to true innovation (and why it’s not what you think)

Why sometimes God calls you to “burn the box” instead of just thinking outside of it

The surprising parallels between Jonah’s journey and your next big idea

How to identify your personal Nineveh—and what’s at stake if you ignore it

If you’ve ever felt a nudge toward something bigger but hesitated out of fear, doubt, or uncertainty—this is your moment to listen in, get inspired, and be set on fire.

Are you—without realizing it—voting yourself out of a job?

Linda J. Hansen wants to make sure the answer is a resounding no. As the Founder & President of Prosperity 101, she’s on a mission to equip everyday Americans with the knowledge they need to connect public policy with personal prosperity—and protect the freedoms that make opportunity possible.

Her story is as inspiring as her mission. Once a homeschool mom of six, Linda became one of the few women to serve at the highest levels of a major U.S. presidential campaign, working as Executive Vice President and Deputy Chief of Staff for Herman Cain’s 2012 run. She’s also a certified leadership coach, accomplished speaker, and seasoned strategist in politics, government affairs, and grassroots activism.

In this episode, Linda shares:

The wake-up call that led her to launch Prosperity 101

How employers can help employees connect economics, policy, and job security

The role of faith in having peace that passes all understanding—even in turbulent times

Practical ways to protect your livelihood through informed engagement

Whether you’re an employer, an employee, or simply someone who cares about freedom, this conversation will give you both inspiration and tools to make a difference—starting now.

What if the key to success isn’t chasing what you want—but stewarding what you already have?

Lasheena Williams has built a career and life anchored in the belief that work is worship. Her blueprint for success starts with letting go of self-driven ambition and allowing God to provide exactly what’s needed—right when it’s needed.

In this inspiring episode, Lasheena shares:

How shifting her focus from wants to what God has placed in her hands changed everything

The daily disciplines that keep her grounded in faith while excelling in business

Why worship doesn’t end on Sunday—it continues in every meeting, email, and decision

Her practical steps for turning God-given assignments into Kingdom impact

If you’ve ever felt like your goals were slipping out of reach, Lasheena’s story will challenge and encourage you to lean into the Provider, trust His timing, and work with excellence as an act of worship.

HR isn’t just about policies, paperwork, and compliance anymore—at least not if you ask Mark Griffin.

In his first appearance on The Shepherd at Work, Mark shared his passion for building Christ-centered workplaces. Now, he’s back with his brand-new book, Faith Driven HR, and an even bolder vision: transforming Human Resources into a mission-driven, people-focused, Kingdom-advancing force.

In today’s fast-paced, ever-changing workplace, engagement, retention, and purpose are in short supply. But Mark believes the solution isn’t found in the latest corporate trend—it’s found in timeless biblical principles, applied with courage and intentionality.

Drawing on decades of HR leadership, Mark offers real-world stories, actionable strategies, and spiritual wisdom for leaders who want to create environments where employees feel valued, motivated, and fulfilled—professionally and spiritually.

In this episode, we cover:

Why faith belongs at the core of workplace culture

How values-driven HR impacts recruitment, retention, and morale

Practical steps to integrate Kingdom principles into HR policies

If you’ve ever wondered how to align your leadership, your culture, and your HR practices with your faith—this conversation will give you the roadmap.

Here is the link to Mark's book:  https://inhisnamehr.com/faith-driven-hr-book-preorder/

Can you stand out in the marketplace without selling out?

Joy Capps says yes—but not without a fight.

As a seasoned communications strategist and author of Joyful Copy, Joy has worked with high-level leaders to craft compelling messages that get results. But even in Kingdom circles, she noticed something troubling: a drift. A subtle slide toward compromise. A pressure to perform.

In this refreshingly honest episode of The Shepherd at Work, Joy opens up about the trust tension that purpose-driven leaders often face—and how partnering with the Holy Spirit changes everything.

She came ready for hard questions and offered real answers—not just theory, but a Spirit-led framework that will shift how you communicate, connect, and build trust in business.

In this episode, we explore:

Why even well-meaning leaders fall into manipulative marketing tactics

The quiet cost of compromising our message to keep up with trends

Three trust-building shifts every Kingdom-minded business needs to make

How Joy learned to partner with the Holy Spirit in her writing and strategy

Why integrity in marketing isn’t just ethical—it’s powerful

If you’ve ever struggled with how to stand for truth while still standing out, don’t miss this one. It’s time to market with clarity, conviction, and Christ at the center.

He had the access. The headlines. The lifestyle. But none of it filled the void.

Rob Maaddi was a former athlete turned nationally known sports reporter—chasing a life that looked glamorous on the outside but left him empty on the inside. In the midst of it all, Rob met Jesus—and everything changed.

He thought surrendering to God meant leaving the industry behind and heading to the pulpit. But God had a bolder plan.

Instead of walking away, Rob stepped up—launching Faith on the Field, a Christian sports talk show placed not on a Christian station, but right in the heart of mainstream radio. His mission? To bring Christ into locker rooms, headlines, and homes through the voices of top athletes sharing their faith.

Rob is also the Senior NFL Writer for the Associated Press, reaching millions as a bold witness in one of the most visible platforms in sports journalism. He found not just his calling—but also his wife, his purpose, and his passion.

In this powerful episode, we cover:

Why worldly success can’t satisfy eternal needs

How surrender led Rob to a platform he never dreamed of

What it looks like to bring faith into the heart of mainstream media

The courage it takes to preach in unexpected places

And why your biggest stage might be right where you already are

If you’ve ever felt called to something bigger but didn’t know how God would use your past—this one’s for you.

Scott Warren was living the dream—six-figure income, first-class perks, and a bucket-list trip to Rome. Then came the crash. In what felt like an instant, he went from luxury to not being able to afford a Slurpee at 7-Eleven.

But it was in that valley—stripped of success and self-sufficiency—that Scott found what really matters.

In this episode, Scott tells the raw, redemptive story of how God used a complete collapse to catapult him into his calling. As the founder of Preach Where You Reach®, Scott now leads a movement empowering marketplace apostles to carry God’s presence into the workplace every single day.

You’ll hear:

The moment that brought Scott to his knees—and the breakthrough that followed

Why comfort can be the enemy of calling

What it really looks like to bring Jesus to work without preaching a sermon

The power of showing up as salt and light in your profession

How humor, humility, and Holy Spirit boldness can transform your leadership

Whether you’re crushing it or in a crushing season, this episode will reignite your vision to live on mission—right where you are.

You better grab your Bible for this one—Phil Taylor came ready to preach... but not from the pulpit.

After getting kicked out of seminary, Phil didn’t walk away from his calling—he reframed it for the marketplace. Now, he’s the driving force behind the Goal Achievers Summit, a high-impact end-of-year experience designed to equip leaders to stop setting goals... and start achieving them with God at the center.

With two decades of experience in the speaking and events industry, Phil has connected with some of the world’s top voices—and now he’s using that platform to ignite bold action in faith-driven leaders.

This episode is for anyone who knows they were made for more... and is ready to finish this year strong and launch into 2026 with Kingdom clarity and unstoppable momentum.

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What do less sheets of toilet paper and a Harvard MBA have to do with finding Jesus? For Chuck Proudfit, everything.

In this episode, Chuck shares how a corporate rebranding project—turning less toilet paper into more value—triggered a soul-deep search that led him straight to Christ. That revelation changed everything.

Chuck didn’t leave the marketplace behind—he leaned in. From launching a successful consultancy (SKILLSOURCE) to pioneering one of the largest workplace ministries in the world (At Work on Purpose), Chuck is equipping Christian professionals to integrate faith and work with boldness and clarity.

Tune in to hear:

The surprising “toilet paper moment” that sparked a 10-year spiritual journey

What Harvard didn’t teach him about purpose—and how God filled the gap

Why faith-driven professionals often feel isolated at work—and how to change that

The powerful vision behind At Work on Purpose and the global movement it’s become

How business can be more than profit—it can be your pulpit

Whether you’re in a boardroom, breakroom, or brainstorming your next move, Chuck’s story will fire you up to live fully on mission—right where God has you.

They call her Miss Biz—and for good reason.

Brooke Boltz didn’t just start a personal injury law firm… she launched a phenomenon. With unstoppable faith and fearless creativity, she stepped out into the unknown—and ended her first year in business with 7 figures.

In this episode, Brooke gets real about:

The God-nudge that led her to launch her own firm

Why obedience > experience when walking in your calling

How out-of-the-box thinking and divine favor fueled explosive growth

What it looks like to bring Kingdom principles into the courtroom and the conference room

This is more than a business success story—it’s a faith-fueled testimony of what happens when you trust God with the big leap. If you need a shot of boldness, clarity, and permission to dream bigger… you need this episode.