Most church men’s ministry doesn’t fail because men don’t care—it fails because it’s built in a way men don’t connect. If your men’s group feels like a mini-sermon, a weekly therapy circle, or a “men’s breakfast once a quarter,” you’re not alone. In this episode, Don Ross (founder of Manhood Tribes) breaks down why men “vote with their feet,” why most churches struggle to engage men, and what an action-based men’s group can look like that actually produces growth. You’ll hear a simple, practical framework for building real brotherhood, strengthening biblical masculinity, and creating a men’s tribe that challenges men to lead at home, in their faith, and in their everyday life. We talk about the crisis of masculinity, why the church often defines manhood too narrowly, and how to build a men’s ministry that’s rooted in purpose, activity, accountability, and freedom in Christ. If you’re a pastor, men’s ministry leader, or a man who’s tired of shallow groups, this is a step-by-step blueprint to build a men’s group that sticks.

Why most men’s groups don’t work (and what men actually want)

The 3 pillars of a strong men’s tribe: Manhood, Camaraderie, Freedom

The 5 Marks of Manhood: strength, courage, skill, honor, allegiance

How to run monthly manhood challenges that create real results

The leadership shift pastors need: empower men instead of controlling it

Why in-person brotherhood beats digital (and when virtual can still work)

How to start a tribe in your community in about 12 weeks

00:00 Intro
00:45 Meet Don Ross + Manhood Tribes
02:44 The real problem with men’s ministry today
05:00 Why men’s groups are built wrong (and men don’t show up)
07:00 “Men vote with their feet” (what that means)
11:26 The “pastors don’t trust men” issue
14:19 The Tribe model: 3 pillars
14:54 The 5 Marks of Manhood
15:35 Monthly manhood challenges (examples)
18:09 Build Your Own Tribe (12-week framework)
19:30 In-person vs virtual tribes
21:01 Don’s book: How to Be a Man
25:37 Final takeaway + free quiz

#MensMinistry #ChristianMen #BiblicalManhood #Masculinity #ChurchLeadership

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Most men are stuck in the same loop: you set goals, you fall off, you feel frustrated, and eventually you stop trying. In this episode of the Men of Influence Show, Tim Holloway sits down with success strategist Alan Goff to talk about goal setting vs goal achieving—and the real system most men never learn. If you’ve ever set New Year’s resolutions and quit, struggled to stay consistent, or hit a goal once but couldn’t replicate it, this conversation will change how you think. Alan breaks down why most people fail (and why the environment you’re in reinforces it), how purpose creates vision, and why goals should come LAST—not first. You’ll also hear the three biggest reasons men don’t achieve goals: not knowing what you want, not being honest about why you want it, and setting timelines so long you can’t stay focused. If you’re a Christian man, entrepreneur, or leader who wants more discipline, more money, more influence, and a faith-aligned life mission—this is your blueprint to stop settling and start winning.

Why most goal setting is designed to fail (and how to fix it)

The Purpose → Vision → Goals order that creates real momentum

The 3 biggest reasons men don’t achieve goals (want / why / focus)

How to stop sabotaging yourself with fake “noble” motivation

Why long timelines (5–10 years) destroy focus—and what to do instead

How faith, identity, and clarity reinforce consistency and results

A practical mindset shift from wandering to meaningful specificity

00:00 Intro
00:13 Goal setting vs goal achieving
04:39 Alan’s turning point (Bob Proctor)
07:16 The 3% stat and why most goals fail
14:09 Purpose → Vision → Goals (the correct order)
19:56 The 3 reasons men don’t achieve goals
26:18 Stop setting goals too far out
31:04 Kingdom entrepreneurship: wealth + influence
33:28 What real faith looks like in daily life
39:15 Final message: your value, worth, and capacity
41:13 How to contact Alan

Connect with Alan: alangoff.com (and social links on the site)

#GoalSetting #PersonalDevelopment #MensGrowth #ChristianEntrepreneur #SuccessMindset

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If you’re a Christian entrepreneur trying to grow your faith-based business without burning out, this episode is for you. Many founders scale to 6 figures, get “busy,” and then quietly drift—more stress, less peace, and way less time with God. In this conversation, Steven Pemberton shares how he and his wife built two 7-figure eCommerce businesses, what happened when Amazon shut them down, and how a pivot (and prayer) opened a better path.

We talk about the real reason most founders stall: ego—the need to control everything, be the bottleneck, and “do it all.” You’ll hear practical ways to build a Christ-centered mindset in business, protect your morning routine with God, and create systems that let you delegate, scale, and lead with vision. If you want Kingdom business growth—profit with purpose, clarity, and spiritual alignment—press play and take notes. 

Why ego blocks growth at every level (0→100K→1M→10M) 

The danger of getting “busy” and how it pulls you off-center spiritually 

A simple Christian morning routine for peace, focus, and leadership 

Delegation frameworks: stop being the bottleneck and build real systems 

Vision vs goals: how to seek God’s direction for your next step 

Skill stacking that actually helps you scale (sales, persuasion, execution) 

Practical journaling to quiet your mind and execute faster tomorrow 

00:00 Intro • Christ-centered business mindset 
00:25 Steven’s background + 7-figure ecom story 
03:34 The Amazon business (and why $1M revenue can mislead) 
04:31 Amazon shuts them down → the pivot that changed everything 
05:51 Prayer closet > quick fixes (how guidance actually comes) 
07:07 The biggest issue founders face: ego 
10:33 “Do you really want $1M?” Vision, why, and alignment 
12:32 Why people lose center as business grows 
13:44 Morning routine: Bible, prayer, walking with God 
15:14 Journaling to clear your mind and lead better 
15:49 Stop doing everything: delegation + systems 
20:42 Action steps: get vision, build skills, take obedient reps 
22:47 Where to connect with Steven 
23:19 Outro 

#ChristianEntrepreneur #FaithBasedBusiness #KingdomBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessGrowth

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If you’ve tried to stop lying (or stop hiding) and it never sticks, you’re not broken—you’re stuck in a process nobody taught you. In this episode, you’ll learn the biblical path out of the lie so you can walk in the light with courage, not shame. 

Why “just stop lying” isn’t transformation—it’s pressure and behavior modification 

The 3 stages of the path out of the lie: reveal the why → build safety → practice truth

How lying becomes a system (image management, approval addiction, fear of rejection) 

Why truth-telling is a muscle (a discipline you train) 

A simple weekly action plan: name your ground zero, find one trusted brother, do 7 days of truth reps 

The deeper stakes: lies don’t just distort facts—they distort identity 

00:00 Intro + the “one-step solution” problem 
01:15 Why “stop lying” isn’t enough (and what’s missing) 
03:04 The 3-stage framework: Path Out of the Lie 
04:07 The lie as a facade (not just false words) 
04:22 Liar Liar + the cost of truth 
05:35 What kids teach us about deception + self-protection 
06:30 Stage 1: Reveal the why 
06:44 Stage 2: Build safety 
06:52 Stage 3: Practice truth 
07:10 The real stakes: freedom, identity, legacy 
08:52 Action 1: Name your ground zero 
09:13 Action 2: Create a safe mirror (one trusted brother) 
09:55 Action 3: 7 days of truth reps (pause + clean truth) 
10:34 The goal: never needing to hide 
11:20 Closing charge + prayer

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Many Christian men say they believe in God… but still grab for control, run to old habits, or freeze in fear when life gets hard. In this episode, you’ll learn how to help the men you lead move from head-only belief to actually trusting God in every area of life. Perfect for pastors, small group leaders, and anyone discipling men.

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2. What You’ll Learn / Highlights

The real difference between mental agreement and a living trust in God

How to use the “law of named mistrust” to reveal where men don’t yet trust God

A practical “trust audit” across money, marriage, work, sexuality, emotions, and more

How to expose head-only faith without shaming the men you lead

Ways to create a safe, shame-free environment where men can be brutally honest

How to spot misplaced trust in career, image, substances, and performance

Simple, concrete next steps that help men move from control and fear into real dependence on God

3. Chapters (Timestamps)

00:00 Intro: When “I Believe in God” Isn’t Real Trust
01:56 Trust Is a Journey, Not a One-Time Decision
03:16 The Crypto Story and Misplaced Trust
05:24 How Misplaced Trust Fuels Sin and Struggle
07:04 The Law of Named Mistrust Explained
08:35 Step 1: See Trust as a Journey, Not an Event
09:45 Step 2: Expose the Myth of Head-Only Faith
10:50 Step 3: Create a Safe Space for Honesty
12:02 Step 4: Help Men See Their Misplaced Trust and False Gods
13:19 Step 5: Call Men to Concrete Acts of Trust
14:37 Reflection Questions for You and the Men You Lead
15:41 Final Charge: Become a Safe Guide for Men’s Trust in God

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In this episode of Men of Influence, Tim Holloway interviews Mike Claudio; entrepreneur, business coach, speaker, and founder of WinRate Consulting and Zero Doubt Marketing. Mike shares how he transitioned from the corporate grind to building multiple seven- and eight-figure businesses rooted in clarity, structure, and discipline. He explains the real difference between owning a business and simply owning a job, and outlines the three pillars of a healthy business: mission, people, and process. With contagious intensity, Mike reveals that leadership and influence aren’t just about titles; they're about personal integrity and how consistently you show up, whether in business, marriage, or fatherhood.

Mike also shares his daily habits for success, including cold plunges, affirmations, and a “Champion’s Legacy Statement” that centers him every morning. He emphasizes that exponential growth doesn’t come from marketing tricks, but from delivering real results, being referable, and building a tribe of raving fans. His coaching mindset flows into every area of life, including relationships; and his top takeaway for men is simple but profound: Take your wife on a date. Because success isn’t just what you build; it’s who you build it with. This episode will challenge you to raise your standard, clarify your mission, and lead with purpose, both at home and in your business.

Key Takeaways:

Mission + People + Process = Scale: A business can’t grow without clarity, delegation, and repeatable systems.

Personal Integrity Is Influence: People follow consistency, not charisma.

Results Matter Most: Growth isn’t sustainable unless you’re worth referring.

Self-Coaching Wins the Day: Morning routines and “I am” statements rewire belief and behavior.

Marriage Is Mission-Critical: A supported man becomes an unstoppable man.

“Whether you like it or not, I’m going to coach you. And if you don’t want that, you exit stage left.” - Mike Claudio

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In this episode of Men of Influence, host Tim Holloway sits down with Dr. Ryan Knight, a seasoned chiropractor, leadership coach, and founder of 360 Success. With over 30 years of experience, four thriving clinics, and a 32-year marriage, Dr. Knight doesn’t just talk success; he lives it. But his story isn’t without valleys. From personal bankruptcy and broken pride to leading a team of 10 doctors and helping men find true integration in life, Dr. Knight shares the real behind the reel; the moments of failure, faith, grit, and growth that forged the man he is today. This episode will challenge your view of success, reignite your belief in redemption, and remind you why resistance is part of the calling.

What You'll Learn:

Why success in business means nothing if your marriage, health, or soul are bankrupt

How to build a life of 360° integration; faith, family, fitness, and finances

Why your personal growth plan must match your business plan

How to spot the difference between ego-driven hustle and purpose-driven leadership

A powerful reframe on failure: “You’re not stuck; you’re just being drawn back to launch further.”

What to do when your faith feels like it’s failing and God seems silent

Why quitting isn’t the answer; and how to lead yourself back out of the pit

“Don’t wait for balance; fight for alignment in your faith, your family, your fitness, and your finances.”

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In this episode of Men of Influence, Tim Holloway sits down with financial strategist Nathan Sylvester, founder of Access Wealth Strategies, to unpack the mindset shifts men need to make to build true, sustainable wealth. Nathan shares his journey from playing music in college to becoming a Certified Financial Planner, and how his calling evolved into helping business owners and families create financial confidence through clarity and structure. They discuss the common male resistance to asking for help, the shame surrounding disorganized finances, and why so many entrepreneurs try to “clean up their money mess” before letting anyone in.

Nathan walks through the essential steps to start building real wealth: get brutally honest about your spending, automate your savings, and protect your income before chasing big investment returns. He explains how most people jump ahead to stocks and real estate before securing their financial foundation; like emergency savings, life insurance, and disability coverage. From practical advice on passive vs. active investing to building legacy wealth through life insurance strategies, Nathan emphasizes the power of awareness, automation, and accountability. Whether you’re just starting out or preparing for retirement, this episode will reframe your relationship with money; and help you move from financial stress to financial strategy.

Key Takeaways:

Awareness is Step One: Track where your money is going; most people are shocked by the reality.

Stop Flying Solo: Financial shame and pride keep men from getting help. A good advisor makes it easier, not harder.

Automate to Win: Set up automatic savings so discipline isn’t optional; it’s built into your system.

Protect Before You Grow: Build emergency savings and insurance coverage before diving into risky investments.

Make Work Optional: The real win is freedom; getting to a place where work is a choice, not a necessity.

“If you don’t know where your money is going, there’s no way you can direct where it should go.” - Nathan Sylvester

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In this episode of Men of Influence, Tim Holloway welcomes Dr. Justin Mosley; aka The Mindset Doctor; who shares the story of how a near-death whitewater rafting accident shook him out of a comfortable, successful life and into a deeper, purpose-filled calling. After hearing a divine “wake up” underwater and barely surviving, Justin realized he had been playing small and knew it was time to trade comfort for calling. That defining moment launched him into content creation, coaching, and two powerful TEDx talks. His message is clear: you’re still here for a reason, and your voice might be the exact thing someone else needs to hear to change their life.

Justin unpacks how to turn fear into fuel when it comes to public speaking, using personal stories and mindset shifts to move from panic to purpose. He outlines how to craft a compelling message by starting with who you're speaking to, making one clear point, and always bringing it back to the listener. Whether you're a nervous first-timer or an experienced communicator, his strategies for storytelling, visualization, and emotional framing will inspire you to get your message out. If you've ever thought, “Who am I to speak?”, this conversation will remind you: you are perfectly positioned to serve the person you once were.

Key Takeaways:

Trade Comfort for Calling: A near-death moment showed Justin that survival is permission to go bigger with your purpose.

Start With the Who: Effective messages don’t start with what you want to say; they start with who needs to hear it.

Fear = Fuel: Nerves and excitement feel the same in your body; reframe them to fuel impact instead of avoidance.

Tell a Story, Make a Point, Inspire Action: Great talks aren’t just emotional; they’re transformational.

Practice in Private: Record yourself daily. You’ll become a speaker before you ever step on a stage.

“You are perfectly positioned to serve the person you once were.” – Dr. Justin Mosley

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In this episode of Men of Influence, Tim Holloway welcomes Chad Potts, a husband, father, pastor, pharmacist, and coach who’s guiding men toward lasting transformation through faith, discipline, and intentional living. Chad shares how, after achieving the “American dream” by 24; house, car, career, marriage; he still felt deeply empty. It wasn’t until he encountered Jesus in an intimate, daily relationship that things began to shift. That overflow eventually became a calling: helping other men connect to the source of their identity and influence through coaching, ministry, and honest conversations about what really matters.

Chad discusses creating authentic Christian culture among young adults and men by guiding them through spiritual deconstruction and reconstruction. He emphasizes that true transformation doesn’t come from rule-following but from a living relationship with Jesus; and that spiritual disciplines like prayer and scripture reading are not about performance but connection. Chad’s daily rhythm of early morning quiet time, intentional family leadership, physical training, and scheduled soul care models a life of integrity, influence, and sustainable excellence for men trying to live out their faith in the real world.

Key Takeaways:

Spiritual Emptiness Can Follow Earthly Success: Having it all doesn’t mean you’re fulfilled; only Christ can satisfy the deeper hunger.

Disciplines Are Connectors, Not Checklists: Bible reading and prayer are meant to root us in relationship, not religious duty.

You’re Always Influencing: Your daily walk either attracts people to Christ; or repels them. Authenticity matters more than words.

Intentional Rhythms Build Excellence: Early mornings, spiritual habits, fitness, family presence, and soul care create long-term impact.

“You may be the only image of Christ people ever see; make sure what they see is real.” – Chad Potts

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