Episode 150 - Building a Community of Investors (Why and How) with Brent Beshore and Marcus Stroud
May 22, 2023
auto_awesome
Brent Beshore and Marcus Stroud discuss the importance of building a community of investors and give practical tips on how others can do the same. They explore the role of worship in finding meaning in life and highlight the benefits of community in personal growth and investing. They also discuss notable events that foster relationships, reflect on self-discovery, surrendering to God, and express gratitude for their partnership with companies that make a positive impact.
Building a community of investors can bring greater joy and transform lives.
Investing should not just focus on financial gains, but also making a positive impact on the world.
Vulnerability and genuine connection are essential in creating meaningful relationships and communities.
Deep dives
The Power of Community in Investing
Investing is often seen as an individualistic pursuit, but Brent B. Schor and Marcus Stroud highlight the importance of community in their own investing careers. By rallying around each other, both personally and professionally, Brent and Marcus found greater joy and transformed lives. They emphasize the power of doing life with others and provide practical guidance on building community. They believe that investing is not just about financial gains, but also about making a positive impact on the world.
Creating Meaningful Community Experiences
Brent B. Schor, known for his legendary Capital Camp, is a pioneer in creating meaningful community experiences. He stresses the value of bringing people together beyond the typical business-focused events. Capital Camp, with its focus on fun and relationships, has become a sought-after forum for investors. Brent is also launching Main Street Summit, which aims to democratize Capital Camp and encourage relationship building among small and medium-sized business operators and investors.
The Emptiness That God Fills
Brent B. Schor highlights the importance of acknowledging our own emptiness and surrendering it to God. He explains that wearing masks and striving to prove ourselves only creates isolation and anxiety. By recognizing our brokenness and leaning into God, we can find healing and experience the burden of emptiness being lifted. Brent encourages listeners to go palms down and surrender their burdens to Jesus, knowing that He will fill the emptiness with something more beautiful than they could ever imagine.
Trusting Providence and Letting Go of Control
Marcus Stroud shares how the concept of providence has impacted his faith and investing journey. He has realized the need to trust in God's sovereignty and control over all things, instead of relying on his own abilities or circumstances. Marcus emphasizes finding identity and worth in God, rather than wealth or financial success. He encourages others to embrace the emptiness and uncertainties of life, knowing that God's providence will guide and fill their lives with something far greater than they could ever imagine.
The Transformative Power of Vulnerability
Marcus Stroud and Brent B. Schor both emphasize the value of vulnerability in building meaningful relationships and communities. Marcus shares how his personal experiences and the impact of community-oriented events have led him to prioritize vulnerability and genuine connection with those around him. Brent discusses how removing masks and being open about one's struggles and insecurities allows for deeper connections and healing. Both guests highlight the importance of authentic relationships that go beyond business and investing, and find their foundation in shared beliefs and values.
Most of us know the verse in Genesis where God says it’s not good for a person to be alone.
But do we let that affect our view of investing?
We understand the truth but still find ourselves going through our careers in isolation.
We keep our guard up and our heads down.
What would it look like to change that narrative? What would happen if we rallied around each other, both personally and professionally? What would that lead to?
Brent Beshore and Marcus Stroud join us today to talk about how they’ve found great joy in building a community of investors and to give practical guidance on how others can do the same.
Check it out wherever you get your podcasts and don’t forget to review, follow, and share the show with others.
