The market is flooded. More entrepreneurs are coming. And the ones who will stand out aren't the ones who perfected somebody else's model. They're the ones who had the courage to be exactly who God made them to be.

We just talked about what it really means to stand out in a flooded market (See episode 183), and today we're taking everything we uncovered straight to the Lord. Because knowing your differentiators is one thing. Having the courage to actually walk in them is another.

This is your Monday prayer. We're bringing the fear, the resistance, the places where you've been hiding parts of yourself because you weren't sure they were enough. We're laying it all down and asking God to do what only He can do.

If last week's episode stirred something in you, this one is the next right step. Come pray with us.

New episodes every Monday and Thursday. And if this blessed you, share it with a friend who needs to hear it.

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In this episode of Wisdom's Table, I dive into a topic that is increasingly relevant in today's economy: how to differentiate yourself in a saturated market of entrepreneurs and businesses. With a staggering one in three Americans planning to start a business or side hustle in the next year—a 94% increase from last year—it's crucial to understand how to stand out amidst the flood of new entrants.

Listen, I know your business may be struggling right now, but there is hope. There is help for you. Maybe you will find the nudge you need in this episode. 

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's Table

00:00:26 - Today's Topic: Standing Out in Business

00:01:52 - The Surge in Entrepreneurship

00:03:40 - Understanding Financial Stress

00:05:36 - The Need for Wisdom

00:07:00 - Key #1: The Imitation Trap

00:12:27 - Key #2: You Are the Differentiator

00:17:30 - Key #3: Finding Your Positioning

00:22:34 - Conclusion and Call to Action

00:24:39 - Closing Remarks

It's Monday, and on Mondays we pray.

If you caught last week's episode on money, bring that conversation into this one. We're bringing our finances to the Lord and asking for the one thing that changes everything in this area: wisdom.

James says if any of us lacks wisdom, ask, and God will give it generously without finding fault. Friend, that promise is for you and your bank account too.

If this money conversation has been stirring something in you, I also want to make sure you know about my book, The Money Mandate. It goes deeper into everything we've been unpacking and I genuinely believe it could shift the way you see and handle money for good. Grab it in the link below.

Now come pray with me.

What we're praying over today:

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Have you ever looked at your bank account and thought, "wait, I know I made more than this"? Friend, I have been there. And for a long time, I thought the answer was just to make more money. Turns out, that was not the problem.

In this episode, I'm getting honest about something most of us don't want to admit: unassigned money disappears. Not because we're irresponsible, but because money without a job becomes emotionally charged, and emotionally charged money gets spent on whatever feeling shows up first.

I'm sharing a personal story in this one that honestly made me laugh at myself, because I found out the hard way what happens when you let impulse do the budgeting for you. (Let's just say a mobile game was involved and leave it at that for now.)

If you've ever felt like your income and your bank account are telling two very different stories, this episode is for you. We're talking about what it actually looks like to assign your money with intention before the impulse gets there first.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's Table

00:01:00 - The Money Disappearance Dilemma

00:02:23 - Challenging the Income Problem Mindset

00:03:36 - The Importance of Money Direction

00:05:48 - Personal Spending Experience

00:07:18 - Invisible Spending Decisions

00:09:04 - Reasons for Financial Chaos

00:09:43 - No Pre-Decision

00:12:15 - Emotionally Driven Spending

00:13:36 - Lifestyle Creep

00:14:28 - Lack of Vision for Money

00:15:13 - Mindset Shifts for Financial Health

00:16:05 - Direction Over Multiplication

00:18:02 - Every Dollar as a Builder

00:20:29 - Sending Money vs. Spending Money

00:22:03 - Assigning Jobs to Money

00:24:51 - Conclusion: Leading Your Money

00:25:33 - Closing Remarks

Join me in this prayer time!

This month on Wisdom's Table we're going deep on spiritual intelligence — what it looks like to lead your business and life with discernment, identity, and partnership with the Holy Spirit.

If you haven't listened to this week's full episode yet, go back to #179 on building your business for eternal impact.  We took a look at 3 ways to optimize for impact, and I think you would love it. This prayer is a direct extension of that conversation.

Is this prayer landing on something specific in your life or business right now?

In this episode of Wisdom's Table, I, Rachel Wortman, conclude our four-week series on spiritual intelligence for your business. Today, we dive deep into the concept of building a business with an eternal perspective. I emphasize the importance of living our lives as Christians with an understanding that some things we do will last for eternity, while others will not.

I share three key strategies for integrating this eternal mindset into your business practices. First, I discuss the significance of making disciples through your work. It's not about turning every client into a prayer buddy, but rather about being aware of our ability to influence and transform people positively. I highlight the importance of prioritizing personal development and spiritual growth over mere profit.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's Table

00:00:27 - Eternal Perspective in Business

00:01:10 - Storing Up Treasures in Heaven

00:02:24 - Passion for Eternal Impact

00:05:55 - Key #1: Make Disciples Through Your Work

00:08:33 - The Legacy of Your Business

00:12:57 - The Impact of Kindness

00:13:29 - Key #2: Good Giving Strategy

00:16:27 - Strategic Partnerships in Giving

00:18:27 - Key #3: Shared Vision with Family

00:20:30 - Communication and Compromise

00:22:37 - Conclusion and Reflection

00:23:19 - Thank You for Listening

Join me in this prayer time!

This month on Wisdom's Table we're going deep on spiritual intelligence — what it looks like to lead your business and life with discernment, identity, and partnership with the Holy Spirit.

If you haven't listened to this week's full episode yet, go back to #177 on Hearing God's voice for your business — that's where we went deep on how to listen to God's voice as we make decisions. This prayer is a direct extension of that conversation.

Is this prayer landing on something specific in your life or business right now?

In this episode of Wisdom's Table, I continue our enlightening series on spiritual intelligence in business, diving deep into the importance of prioritizing a spiritual lens over a purely strategic one when approaching our business challenges. I share my conviction that if God is in our endeavors, they will succeed, but if He is not, they will falter.

I reflect on the common experience many of us have when we make heartfelt prayers during worship, promising to follow God's lead, only to forget those commitments when faced with challenges. I emphasize the significance of being mindful of our prayers, as they can have lasting implications in our lives.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's Table

00:00:27 - Shifting Perspectives

00:00:56 - The Weight of Our Prayers

00:02:54 - Spiritual First, Strategy Second

00:03:56 - Hearing God in Business

00:04:39 - Understanding Wisdom

00:06:37 - The Spirit of Wisdom

00:10:40 - Wisdom's Table

00:11:44 - Hearing God for Business Decisions

00:12:55 - Faith vs. Tested Faith

00:14:12 - The Testing of Our Faith

00:16:18 - Us vs. Them Mentality

00:17:30 - Market Trends and God’s Will

00:19:06 - The Real Estate Analogy

00:20:29 - The Process of Hearing God

00:22:47 - Vetting Our Motives

00:23:29 - Seeking Confirmation

00:25:26 - Taking Action

00:26:08 - Conclusion and Next Steps

Join me in this prayer time!

This month on Wisdom's Table we're going deep on spiritual intelligence — what it looks like to lead your business and life with discernment, identity, and partnership with the Holy Spirit.

If you haven't listened to this week's full episode yet, go back to #175 on Guarding against the spirit of mammon. We did a deep dive on how the spirit of mammon quietly infiltrates our businesses. This prayer is a direct extension of that conversation.

Is this prayer landing on something specific in your life or business right now?

In this episode of Wisdom's Table, I, Rachel Wortman, continue our month-long series on spiritual intelligence in business. We delve into the concept of viewing our business practices through a spiritual lens, emphasizing the importance of spiritual intelligence alongside other forms of intelligence such as financial, relational, and emotional intelligence.

I begin by defining spiritual intelligence as being anchored in the Word of God, which involves memorizing scripture and having personal experiences with God that align with biblical teachings. I stress that while experiences with God are valuable, they should never supersede the truth found in scripture. Understanding how God's world operates is crucial for making decisions that align with His will.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's Table

00:00:38 - Understanding Spiritual Intelligence

00:01:10 - Building Spiritual Intelligence

00:02:15 - The Spirit of Mammon

00:04:01 - Five Ways Mammon Infiltrates Business

00:06:59 - 1. Transactional Relationships

00:10:49 - 2. Hoarding Money

00:13:58 - 3. Debt as Slavery

00:16:34 - 4. The Danger of Greed

00:20:03 - 5. Lack of Rest and Sabbath

00:25:48 - Final Thoughts and Call to Action