Faith Driven Entrepreneur

Have you ever noticed how unhurried Jesus seems to be in the gospels? He always shows up for the people who need him, but he never seems to panic or rush to get there. Entrepreneurs can sometimes do the opposite. Even the words we use imply hurry: we sprint. We hustle. We flow. These aren’t inherently bad things, but they can have negative effects on us if they go unchecked. That’s what happened with today’s guest: Terry Looper. Terry is the Founder and CEO of Texon LP, an energy company with over $6 billion in revenue. He’s also the author of the book, A Sacred Pace which tells the story of how his unchecked ambition led to burnout and how he redirected his life by slowing down and aligning himself with God’s will. He joins the show to talk about his book A Sacred Pace, share how entrepreneurs can create better boundaries around their time, and give us a 4-step process we can use to hear from God.  Make sure to follow the show for more great content from global leaders and give us a rating if you enjoyed the content.

We’ve never had someone on the show be compared to a Tom Cruise character before until today. Molly Fletcher is a leadership coach and former sports agent who CNN once called “the female Jerry Maguire” for her work representing hall of famers and champions. These days she focuses on empowering leaders to unlock their full potential, and she joins us to talk about overcoming barriers, developing drive, and centering our identity on something bigger than our output. Don’t forget to rate and follow the show on your favorite podcast streaming service.

Taylor Blom, Co-Founder of Next Door Photos, discusses creating businesses for freedom. Topics include social impact, empowering individuals rescued from trafficking, community support for entrepreneurs, faith-based business practices, and personal reflections on entrepreneurship and life.

Patrick Lencioni, a renowned author and speaker on leadership and organizational health, dives into the vital motivations behind entrepreneurship. He encourages listeners to reflect on their personal 'why' amidst the rush of business demands. The discussion reveals the dangers of self-serving leadership while promoting servant leadership as the true essence of guiding others. Lencioni emphasizes the need for self-reflection on motives and the importance of community support for faith-driven entrepreneurs, fostering a culture of growth and accountability.

Mark Piehl, a pediatric physician turned entrepreneur, shares his inspiring journey of founding 410 Medical to enhance care for critically ill patients after a personal tragedy. He discusses how his faith guided him through the challenges of merging medicine and entrepreneurship. Piehl highlights the importance of innovation in healthcare, community support, and using personal experiences to create impactful solutions. He emphasizes steadfastness in faith while navigating the emotional struggles of entrepreneurship and the transformative power of serving others.

JiNan Glasgow George, an expert in intellectual property, discusses who owns ideas, ethics of patent trolling, and how entrepreneurs turn ideas into assets. She explores faith-driven entrepreneurship, stewarding intellectual property, the role of patents in innovation, empowering small companies through patents, and the intersection of innovation, entrepreneurship, and patent law.

Steve Cuss is one of the leading voices on anxiety and leadership in the U.S. His platform Capable Life is growing, while his book “Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs” has become a go-to resource for managers of capital in volatile markets and any leader who struggles with anxiety. His professional journey began as a trauma and hospice chaplain, where he quickly learned that in order to help people in the worst moments of life, he had to know what was bubbling under the surface in himself: his fears, assumptions, exhaustion, and anger. If he didn’t, those things would infect his ability to connect with people when they needed it the most. The counterintuitive life lesson: to deeply connect to God and others, we must connect to ourselves first. Steve joins us today to discuss how entrepreneurs can go from being managed by anxiety to managing their anxiety in health and productive ways.Remember to rate and follow the show for more great content from leaders across the Faith Driven Entrepreneur movement.

We talk a lot about good work as entrepreneurs driven by our faith, but how does rest play into our roles?In this special episode, author and frequent contributor to the show, Andy Crouch, explains how we have a duty to not just create good work but to create good rest as well. For him, the two go together: “good rest is the fruitful contemplation of good work.” ----Hear the whole talk originally recorded for the 2022 Faith Driven Entrepreneur Conference and don’t forget to follow the show for more great content every week.

Kenyan entrepreneur Joram Mwinamo discusses the 'village' model of business in Africa, highlighting the collaborative co-working space SNDBX International. The podcast explores the beauty and economic dynamism of Kenya and East Africa, emphasizing the emerging technology entrepreneurship. Mwinamo shares insights on the importance of creating a supportive community of diverse experts, embracing courage, faith, and collaboration in entrepreneurship.

Expert on staffing, David Dunkel, shares insights on attracting and retaining employees. He discusses the importance of faith-based entrepreneurship, community support, and navigating career transitions. The podcast also delves into Dunkel's experiences as a CEO and his musical journey in a cover band.