Faith Driven Entrepreneur

Andy Crouch, Patrick Lencioni, and Mary Miller discuss creating a positive workplace culture for entrepreneurs. Topics include heart change, practical tools like 'the Working Genius,' and examples of improving company culture for employee satisfaction and retention.

Jared Orton, the President of the Savannah Bananas, leads a baseball team that's redefining the game through fun and entertainment. He shares how they've transformed from a struggling minor league team to a national sensation with sold-out crowds. The discussion highlights their innovative 'banana ball' strategies, blending dance, trick plays, and competition. Jared emphasizes the importance of joy and creativity for faith-driven entrepreneurs and how maintaining purpose over ego can redefine success in business.

Chris Carneal, founder and CEO of Booster, leads a pioneering school fundraising company celebrated for its vibrant culture. He shares insights on maintaining positivity and resilience during challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. The discussion highlights the crucial difference between values and virtues in shaping company culture. Carneal emphasizes the impact of faith-driven entrepreneurship and the significance of community engagement. The conversation also focuses on celebrating workplace achievements and integrating personal identity with professional excellence.

Entrepreneurs Joey Honescko, Henry Kaestner, and Justin Forman discuss battling idolatry and identity in entrepreneurship. They share the importance of seeking the Holy Spirit, aligning identity with Christ, and meditating on God's Word. The podcast emphasizes seeking counsel, being aware of willfulness, and waiting on God throughout the entrepreneurial journey.

Global leaders Nicky Gumbel, Kim Avery, and Jeremy Lin share insights on hearing from God. Topics include frameworks for communication, integrating prayer into entrepreneurship, aligning business with scripture, and the transformative power of daily connection with God.

Guest Phil Chen, a venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and basketball team owner, shares how his theology influences his leadership. He discusses finding identity in Christ, integrating faith with entrepreneurship, and the impact of sports on character development in Taiwan. Chen emphasizes the importance of scripture in guiding entrepreneurs towards prioritizing the kingdom of God.

Discover how a young entrepreneur sacrificed his dreams for a colleague, drawing inspiration from biblical narratives. Explore the impact of sacrifice in entrepreneurship, the struggle of balancing faith and career, and empowering individuals for a better financial future.

Best-selling author and leadership expert Patrick Lencioni joins the podcast to discuss hidden idols in entrepreneurship. The conversation delves into balancing faith and business, the dangers of distractions, emotional intensity in sports, the role of confession in addressing idols, and navigating the complexities of kids' sports.

Pastors Mark Batterson, Chip Ingram, and John Mark Comer discuss the power of partnerships between entrepreneurs and churches. They emphasize community development, innovative mixed-use marketplaces, balancing trust and proactivity, finding joy in work, and the importance of collaboration for success.

Exploring the potential partnership between faith-driven entrepreneurs and traditional church environments, highlighting challenges and opportunities. Delving into the need for collaboration between pastors and entrepreneurs to address societal challenges and promote a greater movement. Discussing the importance of adaptability in the digital age and the ongoing search for purpose outside traditional church settings. Advocating for humility and teamwork in building a bond between entrepreneurs and churches for a shared noble goal.