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How can you better serve those around you by going deeper and meeting them where they are, one-on-one?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Jeff discuss:
Understanding your spiritual gifts and stepping out of your comfort zone. The Buying Formula and the power of “Tell me more.”Meeting the unexpected challenges of life head-on - God has orchestrated them from behind the scenes. Staying focused on The One.Giving isn’t Godly unless there is a sacrifice.Key Takeaways:
There are times we don’t step forward because we feel underequipped. But there is something about stepping out of your comfort and dramatically lurching forward. You will be amazed at what you can do. Generosity in business begins with those within your organization but does not stop there.Writing a check is great, but generosity can also come in the form of giving your time. There is something tactical and practical in meeting people where they are at. Set goals, think bravely, and write it down. You’ll be amazed at what will show up."In any area of influence, we have to be able to go deeper, and I am convinced that people want to share more, they're just not convinced that the people they are talking to want to know more. That’s the idea of ‘Tell me more, let's go deeper on that.’ It's not just a good sales skill - it's a good life skill." — Jeff Shore
About Jeff Shore: Jeff Shore is a contemporary expert in residential sales and sales leadership with over three decades of experience in selling, consulting, speaking, and teaching. Jeff has spoken to thousands of real estate sales professionals from San Francisco to New York, from Alberta to Abu Dhabi.
He is the author of 11 sales books. Tens of thousands of sales professionals watch his weekly Five Minute Sales Training on YouTube.
Jeff is a Certified Speaking Professional through the National Speaker’s Association, and a fellow in the NSA’s Million Dollar Speaker’s Group, comprised of the NSA’s most successful members.
When Jeff is not on an airplane he enjoys playing hockey, reading a book a week, playing bass guitar, serving as a part-time pastor at his church, working with The Gathering Inn homeless coalition, and hanging out with Karen, his wife of 37 years, and their seven grandkids.
Connect with Jeff Shore:
Website: https://www.jeffshore.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JeffShoreTraining
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffshore
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffshore
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeffShoreCommunity
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffshoreconsulting/
Check out Jeff’s Books Here: https://shop.jeffshore.com/collections/books
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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Where do you have your priorities and responsibilities? How are you strengthening your family in Christ?
In this episode, Jeff and Terence discuss:
The marketplace as a platform for change and impact for God’s Kindom. Being faithful to God’s callings wherever they take us. Preparing your children to defend their faith no matter their age. Building your platform of consistency around Christ.Key Takeaways:
As leaders, we have the choice to lead by example and build the culture from top to bottom. Everyone in the organization has value, no matter their role. Start ministry in your own home. The foundation of the home will impact the nation.Be the family devotional leader of your home - that is the greatest thing you can do in your life. You have more influence in the marketplace than you think you do. People spend the most time at work during the week. It is never too late to start, no matter where you are."Be the person to live a life of consistency for Christ. Whether we live, work, play we are who we are." — Terence Chatmon
About Dr. Terence Chatmon: Terence has a strong passion for discipleship, particularly discipling parents to make strong and flourishing families. He has been equipping and empowering Family Champions who make mature and thriving followers of Christ. His calling spans across five continents and forty-three states in America resulting in over 100,000 parents training on Victorious Family’s step-by-step family planning process model.
He has authored a must-read 5-Star-Bestselling book titled, Do Your Children Believe? published by Thomas Nelson. Inside this book, author Terence Chatmon offers his proven step-by-step process to create a personalized family discipleship plan that works for families, even those who have grown children. He shares the successes from thousands of workshop participants and stories of how he, his wife, and children put their plan into living action with remarkable blessings in tow. Do Your Children Believe? appears at a time when a similar moment in history does not sound so incredibly far-fetched: “There arose another generation after them who did not know the Lord or the work that he had done” (Judges 2:10 ESV).
Victorious Family: www.victoriousfamily.org
Connect with Terence Chatmon:
Website: http://www.victoriousfamily.org/
Victorious Family Podcast: https://victoriousfamily.org/podcast/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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Where have you seen God’s hand in your life to transform your life or others?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, Creek, and Sarah discuss:
Transitioning from being a lukewarm Christian living a selfish life to living a God-led generous life.Wrestling with God and letting Him lead you where He wants you to go.Appreciating all things God has given us and understanding where everything comes from.With Jesus, all things are possible so turn it all over to Him.Key Takeaways:
Falling apart as a couple is a choice. Focusing on each other and on Jesus in times of struggle will change you and bring you together if you let it.God will show up in the lowest of times and the meekest of areas.Passion grows when you know the purpose behind the profit.Don’t hold on to the stuff - the bitterness and grudges. Give each other grace in all things.There is nothing that feels like giving. You will find peace, satisfaction, and all the feel good emotions when you’re giving."We want Jesus at the heart of everything we're doing. We've drank the good water, we've seen the light, we've felt the fire, and we realize that He makes all the right decisions. We want Him at the helm of everything. We put Him at the head of our business, we put Him at the head of our household, we put Him at the head of our finances, He can have it all because I trust Him 100% with His decisions." — Creek Stewart
Episode References:
HOPE InternationalGospel PatronsFat Guys in the Woods ClipsSOS: How to Survive ClipsAbout Creek Stewart:
Creek is a world-renowned Survival Instructor. He is the exclusive in-house and on-camera Survival Expert for The Weather Channel. Creek is also the host of SOS: HOW TO SURVIVE on The Weather Channel. SOS: How to Survive presents gripping, true stories about people who find themselves in unexpected life-and-death battles with the elements. Creek and his team show viewers innovative skills that teach how to survive in a vast array of climates and terrain.
Creek is the author of over 14 different survival manuals, including the Amazon.com best-seller, Build the Perfect Bug Out Bag. He is also the owner of various survival and outdoor-related businesses. Among those is APOCABOX, a bi-monthly survival subscription box that ships to 1000s of loyal subscribers every other month.
Creek has given a TEDxTalk, and has been the keynote speaker at the National Boy Scout Jamboree (50,000 attendees). In 2015, CR///EK was presented with the NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award (NOESA) by the Boy Scouts of America. The NOESA is a prestigious recognition bestowed upon Eagle Scouts who have demonstrated outstanding achievement at the local, state, or national level.
About Sarah Stewart:
Sarah Stewart has over 20 years of marketing experience working with clients ranging from local nonprofits to internationally recognized brands. She is currently the in-house Creative Director for their family businesses, including CustomBannerLab.com, APOCABOX, GRYS Skin, and the Creek Stewart ThunderCrow Brand. Her greatest accomplishments are her three children, River (9), Lakelyn (5), and Primrose.
Connect with Creek and Sarah Stewart:
Brands/Businesses Owned and Operated by the Stewart Family
creekstewart.comcustombannerlab.com (a percentage of sales each month are donated to HOPE International from this business)grysskin.commyapocabox.comdropstonepress.comoutdoorcore.comsurvivalskillofhemonth.comwildedibleplantofthemonth.comriverdesigncompany.comwillowhavenoutdoor.comAmazon.com: amazon.com/Creek-Stewart/e/B0076LIRK6
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: arkosglobal.com
Podcast: generousbusinessowner.com
Book: arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: facebook.com/arkosglobal
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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How has God uniquely designed you? How are you using those design gifts?
In this episode, Jeff and Josh discuss:
Josh’s lifetime of learning begins in an immigrant home. Learning alongside and lifelong curiosity. Stewarding God’s resources responsibly. Using your business for impact in God’s kingdom.Key Takeaways:
Reading the newspapers (or other publications) from around the world allows you glimpses into cultures and people that you wouldn’t be able to otherwise. As newspapers have gone out of fashion, you can still connect with others through other ways. If you want to live like a king, you have to treat your wife like a queen. If you’re neglecting your family, you’re not living up to your full potential. Lean into your interests and passions - God gave them to you to lead you and allow you to build His kingdom with your talents. As a business owner, there are things you can do to light the path for your team, clients, or network. How you apply gospel principles is unique to you and your business."There's just an infinite way that God's designed each of us. So I encourage each person to see how God has uniquely designed you exactly. Let that flourish in your giving, in how you run a company, and lean into that. You don't have to be a cookie cutter, there's more than one path." — Josh Kwan
About Josh Kwan: Josh Kwan is the President of The Gathering, a learning community of philanthropists motivated by their Christian faith to give humbly and steward wisely all the resources God has entrusted to their care. Previously, he was a Co-Founder and Partner at Praxis, a creative engine for redemptive entrepreneurship whose mission is to build ventures, foster community, and create content for equipping Christian innovators, founders, and funders.
Josh served as the Director of International Giving for the David Weekley Family Foundation, where he divided his time between conducting due diligence on innovative social enterprises and helping portfolio organizations scale their impact. He worked as a journalist and was published in The San Jose Mercury News, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, and Stanford Social Innovation Review. He also co-founded Abide, a mobile app for encouraging and enlivening the practice of prayer and meditation. He has an AB from Harvard College and an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management. He lives with his family near San Francisco.
Connect with Josh Kwan:
Website: https://www.thegathering.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkwan/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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Is it possible to be a great Christian, a loving husband, and do really well in the marketplace?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Pete discuss:
The ups and downs of faith after growing up in church. Understanding wealth and keeping your kids' feet on the ground. Pleasing the Lord in all you do. Avoiding complacencyKey Takeaways:
Looking successful because of your dad, does not lead to happiness. Find a reason to tell your son they don’t need to prove anything and that you are proud of them. Intentionality is the only way to make it work - there is no easy road. There are 31 Proverbs - if you don’t know where to start in the Bible, start on the current day in Proverbs. It is never too late to make peace with those in your life."Life balance is not the key. Intentionality and integration are the keys. The only way you can get good at saying no is to know what you’re saying yes to." — Pete Chambers
Episode References:
Halftime Institute: https://halftimeinstitute.org/About Pete Chambers: Pete Chambers is an entrepreneur and businessman at heart, who has based his leadership on Biblical principles and on Robert Greenleaf’s statement, “Good leaders must first become good servants.” A graduate of Texas Christian University, Pete’s career started in plant operations, sales, and business development for Chemical Lime Company, now a Lhoist Group Company. He later went back to school to attend the University of Texas MBA program, where his entrepreneurial drive gained traction. Soon after moving back to his hometown of Fort Worth, he purchased Diamond H Recognition, an employee recognition company. Under Pete’s direction as CEO and Chairman, the business was transformed into an employee engagement software platform serving Fortune 1000 companies worldwide. The company re-branded as Inspirus in 2009 and sold to Sodexo in 2016.
Pete is currently living out his mission to serve, lead, and connect leaders in thriving organizations as Managing Partner at Chambers Interests, a single-family office. Constant learning and personal growth have been Pete’s hallmark, compelling him to complete seven Halftime Institute programs and seminars, the YPO Harvard Executive Program, YPO Mergers and Acquisitions Seminar, Wharton School of Wealth Management Program, and the Insead Executive Management Program in Europe. Pete has served as President of the West Texas Chapter of Young Presidents’ Organization(YPO) and has been an active member of his YPO forum for over 25 years. He serves as Chairman of the Board at Rivertree Academy, a private, Christian school serving under-resourced students in a low-income community in Fort Worth. Pete is also a partner with Lloyd Reeb leading men to finish well in life via the 100X Program. Pete and his wife Raney have been married 30 years and have three daughters and one granddaughter.
Connect with Pete Chambers:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-chambers-7059995/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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How are you keeping ego at bay and focusing on fearing God?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Mike discuss:
Building a company by failing your way to success. Leaning into your area of expertise. Leveraging the energy of forward momentum, no matter how small. The important aspects to consider in your exit (especially for those in a family business).Key Takeaways:
Building a relationship with Christ is not about your ego….ego is just Edging God Out of your life.Slow down and be intentional about your quiet time with God, your prayer, your scripture study, and your mentorship of others and for yourself. If you want to sell or exit your business in the future, you have to delegate yourself out of the business. Consider joining a peer group for accountability in accomplishing your goals. Peers can be your most powerful tool."Be intentional about a balanced life. Keep God at the center." — Mike Mitchell
Episode References:
Halftime Institute: https://halftimeinstitute.org/Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. DweckThe Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate the Three Essential Values by Patrick M. LencioniMen of Iron: https://menofiron.org/About Mike Mitchell: Mike Mitchell is the Executive Director of The High Center at Elizabethtown College. Prior to joining the High Center, he was an owner of Amelia’s Grocery Outlets and served as President and CEO of the company from 1997- 2012. He oversaw all aspects of the 15-store grocery chain with over 400 employees and a 100,000-square-foot warehouse. The business was sold to a private equity firm, Berkshire Partners and Grocery Outlet Inc., a 442-store chain based in Berkley, California, in January 2012. Mitchell is a graduate of Elizabethtown College and has an MBA from the Wharton School of Business. Prior to joining Amelia’s, he worked as a Marketing Manager for several packaged goods companies including Heinz, General Mills, and Unilever. He has served in several board positions with Herr Foods, Irex Corporation, the Boys and Girls Club, and several other for-profit and non-profit organizations. Michael was the 2010 Lancaster Chamber Small Business Person of the Year and a 2019 Central Penn Most Admired CEO. He currently attends Community Fellowship Church where he is Treasurer and serves on the Administrative Board.
Connect with Mike Mitchell:
Website: https://thehighcenter.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mitchell-86929b73/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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How are you boldly incorporating scripture into your life and business?
In this episode, Jeff and Rick discuss:
Incorporating scripture into our day-to-day lives from individual to business. Handling tough situations in the right way. Rick’s transition from a career in the multi-family residence business to working in the Middle East with SRG. The three impacts you can have.Key Takeaways:
Do the right thing because it’s the right thing. God will bless. Live your life after God’s manner and you will be making a statement that you will be running your business differently because it’s the right thing to do before the Lord. You don’t need to wait until you get older to be bolder. Get out there, be who God wants you to be, and get out there."All you have is Gods. The sooner you realize that, the more freeing that will become." — Rick Graf
Episode References:
NCF: https://www.ncfgiving.com/Apartment Life: https://apartmentlife.org/homeThe Business Card by Dr. Steve O. SteffAbout Rick Graf: Rick serves as a resource partner, board member, and as the senior managing partner for SRG. As senior managing partner, he has responsibility for stewarding the overall organization, and reporting to the board of directors. He leads a gifted team of managing partners that oversee resource development, portfolio management, strategic initiatives, and strategic services.
Prior to retiring in late 2022, Rick served as president of multi-family asset services at Cushman & Wakefield, a global leader in commercial real estate. In this role, he focused on strategic oversight for the vision and growth of the multi-family asset services platform, while managing a spectrum of real estate assets for major institutional housing clients across multiple states. This culminated in a 45-year career in the real estate industry.
Rick and his wife, Linda, live in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and have four married children and seven grandchildren.
Connect with Rick Graf:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rigraf/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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Where is your bullseye - the center of your heart, passion, and calling?
In this episode, Jeff and Jake discuss:
Lessons from a childhood around the firepit. Business and opportunities in every stage of life. Serving a God of abundance.Letting God’s lamp light your next step.The importance of setting and holding boundaries with yourself.Key Takeaways:
Working with kids and teens is not a 1-week thing. It is 52 weeks out of the year. Giving does not have to be prescriptive. What breaks your heart? Use that. Fundraising isn’t about the money, it’s about the heart of the giving partner. It is spiritual before it is mechanical.Be disciplined without haste. Rhythms of rest are necessary. There is always going to be more work to be done, but never once does the Bible say “Jesus ran.”"I don't know about you and your 20s, but for me, I wanted a beacon for the next 200 steps. I didn't want a lamp to my feet and a light to my path, right? But the beauty of that is He gives us that lamp and it's just enough light for the next step and the next step and the next step." — Jake Bland
Episode References:
C12: https://www.joinc12.com/Halftime Institute: https://halftimeinstitute.org/Pursuing God’s Will Together: A Discernment Practice for Leadership Groups by Ruth Haley BartonThe Council: A Biblical Perspective on Board Governance by Gary G. Hoag, Wesley K. Willmer, & Gregory J. HensonAbout Jake Bland: Jake is the 10th President and CEO of Youth For Christ USA, a pillar of missional youth ministry since 1944, when the Rev. Billy Graham served as YFC’s first full-time staff member. Today, Youth For Christ reaches young people everywhere, including in over 100 nations and through 140 local chapters across America, with a special focus on engaging 11-19 year olds who do not know Christ. YFC intentionally pursues young people who often feel overlooked, building relationships, and uncovering God's story of hope at pivotal moments in their lives.
Jake’s journey with YFC began as a high school student, then as a volunteer and intern. Prior to joining the YFC staff, he taught in the Interactive Media Department at Bradley University and co-founded two media production companies. He holds a master’s degree in Youth Ministry Leadership from Huntington University.
Jake and his wife, Ali, live in the Denver area. As a volunteer, Jake serves as an elder in their church, and as the board chairman for Presence Point—a non-profit organization that helps leaders live into their calling. Jake and Ali have two children: Silas David (8) and Ivy Rehn (6). Their family loves traveling, music, hiking, spending time with friends, and enjoying God’s creation in Colorado.
Connect with Jake Bland:
Website: https://yfc.net/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-bland-96553834/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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Are you dreaming big enough? How are you creating your future with courage, strength, and service?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Bo discuss:
Surrendering to the Lord. Doing things for something bigger than yourself. Tell your story to change one life. Making the next step with meaning no matter where you’re at now.Key Takeaways:
To find real passion and determination, you need to think outside yourself. Serve others and it will fill your soul.Find your courage and jump off the cliff of change. You’ll be amazed at where you can go with God.Strengths are for service, not status. You have strengths, use them to serve. The two most important moments of your life are the moment you are born and the moment you know why. You can have more than one why and you can add more as you grow."Tell your story. Write your book. If you can change one person’s life, it’s worth it." — Bo Parfet
Episode References:
From Success to Significance: When the Pursuit of Success Isn't Enough by Lloyd ReebMindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. DweckChase the Lion: If Your Dream Doesn't Scare You, It's Too Small by Mark BattersonHalftime Institute: https://halftimeinstitute.org/About Bo Parfet: Bo spearheads strategic growth opportunities across DLP Capital’s family of companies. He is an experienced senior executive with a passion for “Impact” investing. He graduated with his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Colorado State University. Early in his career, Bo was an investment banker at JP Morgan in New York City and a Fellow at the Financial Accounting Standards Board (also known as “FASB”). Seven years later, Parfet and his wife co-founded Denali Venture Philanthropy to fuse their business experience with a desire to support positive global change. Bo also has a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.
He is passionate about high-altitude ski mountaineering and is one of about 100 Americans to climb all Seven Summits, the highest mountains on each continent. He has published four books: Die Trying: One Man’s Quest to Conquer the Seven Summits, The Precipice of Life: Leadership and Personal Growth Insights from a Mountaineer's Edge, Healthy Hello's and They Lived to Tell the Tale: True Stories of Mountain Adventure from the Legendary Explorers Club (Chapter Author).
Bo participates in speaking engagements domestically and internationally. He is a British American Project Fellow, a member of the fabled Explorers Club, and a sitting member on the Board of Directors for a number of companies and non-profit organizations. He was recognized for his demonstrated commitment to social change and awarded the Presidential Volunteer Service Award, given to individuals who have completed 4,000 hours or more of volunteer service throughout the world.
Connect with Bo Parfet:
Website: https://www.boparfet.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boparfet/
Book: Die Trying: One Man's Quest to Conquer the Seven Summits
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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Are you willing to listen to and take action on the assignment God has for you today while He writes your story?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, Cheryl, and Clair discuss:
The three things every child needs to hear from their dad. Finding faith in yourself and building your relationship with Jesus Christ.Surrounding yourself with Godly men and teaching generational generosity. Donating your time to God and living for the present.Key Takeaways:
Commit to work together with your spouse and family. Focus on connection and conversation, not on separation and conflict. There are ways to help others lift themselves, not just give them a handout if you think outside the box. Kids cannot hear you, they can only see you. You are raising God’s children, show them the way to live through your own actions. Stay in relationship with those who have not yet come to Christ. Everything is on God’s timing and your job is to just stay in relationship."When you hand God the pen, He's gonna write a different story that is going to be so much better and so much more than the story you think you can write." — Clair Hoover
Episode References:
HOPE International: https://www.hopeinternational.org/Cheryl Byrne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-byrne-92454344/About Clair Hoover: Clair is a business owner specializing in commercial real estate acquisition and management and has a calling to challenge and encourage men as Christ followers. Clair is an honors graduate of Millersville University with degrees in Accounting and Computer Science. He spent 13 years in the corporate world finishing out his time as the Chief Information Office for a National Cooperative.
Clair’s current focus is building commercial real estate investment and management companies Clair serves on the board of directors for the Pennsylvania Self-Storage Association and is an experienced investor in Self-Storage, mobile home parks, car washes, laundromats, and residential housing.
Clair has a passion for encouraging men at all points in their journey to become all God designed them to be. For the past 14 years, he has led the Men’s Ministry Leadership team at his home church where he has had the opportunity to minister to and encourage over 14,000 men. Clair also recently served as the Executive Director for the National Coalition of Ministries to Men.
Clair and his bride Bonnie have been married 36 years. They reside in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and have two sons, two daughters-in-law, and three grandchildren.
Connect with Clair Hoover:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clair-hoover-b2565522
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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How can you start now with your time and talents to begin making a difference in the Kingdom?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Dan discuss:
Why Dan’s pizza job was more fulfilling than his high-profile corporate job.Starting your Kingdom work now and not waiting for your transition out.Dan’s mission to scale Kingdom enterprises.Pursuing your dreams, even when they falter.Bad breath is better than no breath.Key Takeaways:
If you are feeling lost, maybe what you are missing is connection. People want to be connected to who they are serving.You don’t need to shove what you believe at people. They will see it if you live your beliefs and be an example.You do not need to give much money to make an impact. Your time and talents often can do more than your money could.Dan’s BHAG: Change the lives of a billion people at the bottom of the pyramid (or the economically disadvantaged) through the delivery of transformational knowledge via mobile technologies by 2035."The bottom line is nothing really great comes out of comfort. You have to always be pushing yourself into discomfort in order to really make a big Kingdom impact. You've got to push yourself to be uncomfortable because that's where the greatness comes." — Dan Devine
Episode References:
Halftime Institute: halftimeinstitute.orgHalftime: Moving from Success to Significance by Bob BufordLighthouse Central Florida: lighthousecfl.orgAbout Dan Devine: Dan Devine is an experienced entrepreneur committed to “helping people help themselves” through many corporate, philanthropic, and educational ventures.
Dan co-founded and led Compass Knowledge Group for 20 years creating the marketplace leader in serving the distance learning needs of top higher education institutions. The success of the company, solidifying its position as the industry leader, led to the sale of the company to Pearson in 2012. The sale was the largest transaction to date of an educational services company, and at the time of the sale employed 640 professionals, was partnered with 42 higher education institutions, and serving over 16,000 distance-learning students.
In addition to numerous business interests, Dan dedicates time to many nonprofit organizations. For over a decade, Dan has served as Chairman of Lighthouse Works which is a social enterprise with over 500 employees that creates and supports job growth for the visually impaired. In addition, Dan serves on the boards of Hope Africa Collective and Mission Increase. He was the founder of MoveUp which provides important, life-changing, educational lessons to those in need using mobile technologies in the Dominican Republic. He is a past board member and advisor to Esperanza International a micro-finance organization offering holistic, Christ-centered financial services that equips families in the DR to flourish and free themselves from poverty. Other nonprofits benefitting from his advisement include Man in the Mirror and Choices Women’s Clinic.
Dan is a graduate of the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, he completed Stanford University’s Executive Program for Growing Companies and is a graduate of the three-year Harvard Business School’s Owner/President Management Program. Additionally, he was named the Ernst & Young Florida Entrepreneur of The Year Award in the technology category.
Dan’s most important accomplishment is his marriage to Jackie for 35 years, their four married children, and one new grandson.
Connect with Dan Devine:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dan-devine-08b5105
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: arkosglobal.com
Podcast: generousbusinessowner.com
Book: arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: facebook.com/arkosglobal
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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How are you using the closed doors of life to take hold of His opportunities and blessings for you?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, Alan, and Ben discuss:
Finding the blessings in the closed doors of life. Intentionality in every aspect of life and business. Modeling servant leadership in your organization to unlock divine potential. Living adventurous stewardship. Living an intentional and integrated life in His image.Key Takeaways:
Mentors and relationships are built in regular times and come to life during the struggles. There is value in learning from those who came before usPeople don’t make decisions by watching others make decisions, but rather by actually making the decisions themselves. Focus on gratitude. It will tear down fear and allow you to reset the day and set it up for success and joy."When you pour into the way God uniquely made you, and then you look around and see how you come alongside the people that we have an influence on with a heart of gratitude, that unlocks an untapped set of hidden value and helps people live out who God made them to be." — Ben Fischer
Episode References:
Excellence Wins by Horst SchulzeJoy at Work by Dennis W. BakkeThe Decision Maker by Dennis BakkeKingdom Business Group: https://kingdombusinessgroup.com/Maclellan Foundation: https://maclellan.net/About Ben Fischer: Ben Fischer is an engineer by education (Georgia Tech) and entrepreneur at heart. He has experience in renewable energy (founder), traditional energy (founder), infrastructure (student), material handling (turnaround leader), construction (founder), and strategic outsourcing (founder). In business, Ben’s focus is multiplying great businesses with thriving cultures.
He is on the Board of Trustees at Maclellan Foundation, Kingdom Business Group, and the Baylor School. His family enthusiastically supports orphan care, purpose-led entrepreneurship, poverty alleviation, religious liberty, and stewardship initiatives including creation care.
Ben and his family live adventurous stewardship. He recently celebrated 25 years of marriage with his awesome wife Jessica. They are raising 3 teen/young adult children and live near Chattanooga, Tennessee. Ben enjoys relationship travel, family time, flying, golf, chess, fishing, skiing, and God’s creation.
Connect with Ben Fischer:
Website: https://www.sonscopecapital.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-fischer-9098224/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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How are you seeing God’s gifts in your life?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Greg discuss:
Learning young to show Christian love. The ups and downs of running a family business. Getting involved directly in your giving. Using God’s blessings as a model for the future generations.Key Takeaways:
The best family businesses often bring in third-party facilitators to help define roles and expectations clearly which can help them run more smoothly. Leave room for God to work within you and through you. Use meal times for good. This is a time when families can come together, build foundations, and follow after Jesus. The more you can cut your ego out of what you do, the better off you will be. Everything we have and everything we are is because of God. He is good and he blesses us."Fight any correlation you might have between gifts and worthiness. Go from ‘I am worthy’ to ‘God is good’." — Greg Holsinger
Episode References:
Halftime Institute: https://halftimeinstitute.org/Halftime: Moving from Success to Significance by Bob BufordGenerous Business Owner Episode - Lloyd Reeb: Roadmap to a Joyous, Generous LifeHOPE Trip: https://www.hopeinternational.org/take-action/tripsEgo is the Enemy by Ryan HolidayAbout Greg Holsinger: Greg Holsinger is the former President + CEO of U-GRO Learning Centres. U-GRO celebrates the wonder of childhood by empowering families at 14 community-based and employer-sponsored child daycare facilities. The company employs 350 teaching professionals who serve over 1,900 children daily. U-GRO focuses on child outcomes through innovative education, modern facilities, and high-performing teams and is the premier provider of child daycare and preschool education in South-Central Pennsylvania.
U-GRO Learning Centres was founded as a single church-based preschool. After joining, Holsinger led and transformed the company into a commercially successful enterprise aimed squarely at school preparedness for preschool children. U-GRO children today achieve superior outcomes resulting in average 94% K-readiness scores. During his tenure, company revenues increased 19-fold and U-GRO ranked among the top 50 childcare organizations, prior to being acquired by the Learning Care Group, Inc., North America’s second-largest for-profit childcare provider.
Holsinger’s prior professional background includes positions within the consumer packaged goods industry at the following companies: General Foods Corporation (Kraft Heinz Company, NASDAQ: KHC), Helene Curtis Industries (Unilever, NYSE: UL) and Nielsen (Nielsen Holdings plc, NYSE: NLSN). He was a long-standing and award-winning member of Vistage International, the World's Leading Chief Executive Organization.
Greg Holsinger is a father and husband based in Hershey, PA. He values family, helping others through Christ-focused efforts and enjoys motorcycling, golfing and skiing. In 2017, he concluded his term as Chair, Board of Directors for Luthercare Retirement Communities www.luthercare.org. Previous board service included Linden Hall www.lindenhall.org the nation's oldest independent boarding and day school for girls, and the United Methodist Stewardship Foundation www.umstewardship.org. Holsinger served extended terms as the Treasurer and Council member for his church and earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Elizabethtown College.
Connect with Greg Holsinger:
Website: https://www.u-gro.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gholsinger/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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Where are you putting your intentional focus both at work and in life?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Don discuss:
Where Don’s passion for building thriving communities with deep connection originates. Generosity and philanthropy is more than just money. Reframing thinking around philanthropy as an organization. Getting clear around values and living them with intentionality. Just getting started with your giving.Key Takeaways:
Community change starts with childhood education. Many studies show a direct correlation between the third-grade reading level and later success in life. Where much has been given, much is required. All resources belong to God, including money, talents, time, relationships, and so much more. How are you stewarding His resources? There are opportunities for ministry outside of what you think. 94% of people in rental communities do not have church in their lives. Safety and security come from deep community and relationships."We think of living fully as the eight Fs of life: faith, family, friends, freedom, fun, fulfillment, fitness, and finance. We do a lot of work around personal development, helping people get clear, get intentional, about what they want to accomplish in their life and in their family, and giving them the tools, support, resources, training, and space to really focus on those areas besides just their career." — Don Wenner
About Don Wenner: Don Wenner is the Founder and CEO of DLP Capital, a private real estate investment and financial services firm focused on building thriving communities. The firm’s core focus is on investing in, developing, and financing attainable housing for America’s workforces, including multifamily and single-family rental communities, along with investments in outdoor hospitality and RV campgrounds.
He originally formed DLP Capital—standing for “Dream, Live, Prosper”—as a small, residential real estate sales firm in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania, not far from Philadelphia. Within five years, he had expanded the firm to include an investment portfolio of real estate rentals along with property management. Soon after, the firm added real estate brokerage and construction affiliates and had grown to 100+ employees.
During that time, Don Wenner also planted the seeds for more ambitious organizational goals—creating blueprints for building and scaling elite, entrepreneurial organizations for high growth and profits. The culmination of this initiative is DLP Capital’s “Elite Execution System,” which provides the tools and roadmap to help businesses achieve extraordinary growth.
Don attended Drexel University. He resides in St. Augustine, FL and Asheville, NC with his wife and three sons. Don lives his life guided by the verse of “To whom much is given, much will be required,” Luke 12:48. In addition to pursuing his calling of building thriving communities, his passions revolve around his faith, his family, and philanthropy. Don enjoys devouring books, traveling, exercising, and spending time outdoors hiking, walking, biking, playing basketball, pickleball, and coaching his kids’ sports.
Connect with Don Wenner:
Website: impactwithdon.com
Website: dlpelite.com
Book: Building an Elite Organization & Building an Elite Career
Podcast: pod.link/1572842367
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC-CjLEtsNsWcl-AemvGYaBw
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/donwenner/
Instagram: instagram.com/don_wenner
Facebook: facebook.com/DonWennerCEO/
Webinar: Building an Extraordinary Family
Find out more about upcoming events at: dlpcapital.com/events
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: arkosglobal.com
Podcast: generousbusinessowner.com
Book: arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: facebook.com/arkosglobal
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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How are you teaching your children about generosity?
In this episode, Jeff and Nathan discuss:
A global perspective of God’s reach from a young age. Growing up in the Barnhart family with a blended education. What it means to have a community in Christ. Living intentionally with consistency.Key Takeaways:
The God of your life is the same God of the world. He is the same worldwide. We are stewards of all God gives us - business, money, children, resources, etc. All we have can be used for His glory. Living a life consistent with scripture will look different for everybody, but it is possible to set your family’s lifestyle around generosity, not consumption. Kids are wildly observant and will pick up on things you never would guess and they will learn from everything you do and don’t do. Take stock of what the Lord has given you. It may not look like what others have, but they are your gifts from God for His glory and to steward in His kingdom."Generosity is not these big highlight reel type of occasions - it’s not giving away the company, it's not writing the huge check. Generosity is seeing what you have as a gift from God to bless Him and to bless others." — Nathan Barnhart
Episode References:
Young Life: https://younglife.org/Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World by Kristen Welch - https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Grateful-Kids-Entitled-World/dp/1496405293About Nathan Barnhart: My name is Nathan Barnhart, a third-generation employee at Barnhart Crane and Rigging Company, where I've dedicated the last decade to various roles across the company in Knoxville, Iowa, Memphis, and Portland. Currently based in the Project Equipment Group, I manage sales, load testing, and logistics.
Outside of work, I am kept busy as a husband to Suzanna and a father to Davy (6) and West (3). This journey with Barnhart has been both professionally fulfilling and personally rewarding.
Connect with Nathan Barnhart:
Website: https://barnhartcrane.com/
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-barnhart-740152b0/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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How are you going to help?
In this episode, Jeff, Jim, Jennifer, and Dave discuss:
The gap between the macro change makers and the everyday person. Jennifer and Dave’s Appalachian Trail journey. The healing nature of food and nature. Finding God in the coincidences of our lives.Key Takeaways:
Connect with people who have similar goals and purposes. You will be amazed at what can be accomplished together. You can acknowledge your diagnosis and accept its role in your life without allowing it to control who you are and what you are capable of doing. There is a gap between the big organizations and advocacy and what the everyday person needs on the ground. There are so many opportunities to help empower and strengthen the everyday person. Give yourself a moment to breathe and acknowledge the diagnosis, but then reach out for support. There are resources and understanding in these groups that do so much good."Resiliency and adaptability are two sides of the same coin. You don’t have to be out of the game, you just have to be willing to acknowledge your capacity but push your limits." — Jennifer Fear
Connect with DuBose Foundation and Fearsome:
Website: https://dubosefoundation.org/
Website: https://fearsomeis.org/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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How can you celebrate others more in a way that works for you and your community?
In this episode, Jeff, Cale, and Chris discuss:
The false dichotomy between sacred and secular. Nurturing and celebrating generosity. Why an entrepreneur’s greatest asset is their spouse. What generosity can look like in the storms and in the highs of business.Key Takeaways:
We are all called to ministry in the roles we are already at in life. Getting your first client is the first emotional hurdle. Once you get past that, everything gets easier. Making and giving is not all that you can do in your vocational life. Virtues are more actionable, aspirational, and more timeless than values. They are almost, universally approved and celebrated."What gets celebrated gets reproduced. Nothing becomes part of your culture more than what gets celebrated." — Chris Carneal
About Chris Carneal: Chris Carneal is the Founder and CEO of Booster, the #1 school fundraising company in America. Since 2002, Booster has raised schools over $650 million for local education through its flagship program the Boosterthon Fun Run.
As the son of an educator, Chris created Booster to help schools flourish. It profits schools more than ever, impacts students through fitness and character programming, and saves teachers and administrators valuable time so they can focus on their highest calling—teaching.
Today, 900 team members serve over 7,000 schools in all 50 states.
Chris believes Booster’s distinctive is their remarkable people and culture defined by Booster’s 6 core virtues: Gratitude, Wisdom, Care, Courage, Grit & Celebration.
Chris and his bride of 21 years, Lyndie, have 4 incredible kids, ages 18, 16, 13 and 11. Chris greatly enjoys coaching his sons’ baseball teams and is a huge Atlanta Braves Fan having played college baseball at Samford University in Birmingham, AL. Chris is originally from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida where he and Lyndie met in 8th grade.
Learn more about Booster at ChooseBooster.com.
Connect with Chris Carneal:
Website: https://www.choosebooster.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-carneal-98599711/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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How can I be a steward of God in my organization?
In this episode, Jeff and Wade discuss:
Seeing God’s hand in our decisions and the blessings of our lives. Stewarding God’s resources in a public company. Weaving Biblical principles into your profession. Understanding your mission.Key Takeaways:
There are ways to give stocks to the church, or other charities, and serve God in that way. Giving away stock looks different and is reported different from selling stock - people don’t ask why you’re giving it away, but they do ask why you’re selling. Never let yourself be defined by your job - that is not who you are, it is what you do. The deeper you go into God’s word, the more you will love it and want to live it."My recipe for relationship is Listen, Learn, and Lean In. I wear it on my wrist so I don’t forget." — Wade Pursell
Episode References:
Tyranny of the Urgent by Charles HummelAbout Wade Pursell: Mr. Pursell joined SM Energy as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in September 2008.
Mr. Pursell has more than 34 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. Prior to joining SM Energy, Mr. Pursell was with Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc. (NYSE: HLX). While at Helix, Mr. Pursell served in several roles including Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Vice President-Finance and Chief Accounting Officer. Mr. Pursell was with Arthur Andersen LLP, from 1988 through 1997, where he served in roles of increasing responsibility, culminating as an Experienced Manager specializing in the offshore services industry.
Mr. Pursell currently serves on the Board of Directors of Junior Achievement – Rocky Mountain.
BS, Accounting with a minor in Computer Science, University of Central Arkansas
Connect with Wade Pursell:
Website: https://www.sm-energy.com/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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Are you investing God’s money in His way or the world’s way?
In this episode, Jeff and Greg discuss:
The early impressions we have of our parents and other influences.Treating people well and going through the doors God opens for you.Lessons learned from a calling to Haiti.Escaping the trap of toxic charity.Creating a culture of caring.Key Takeaways:
The days may be long, but the years are short.You don’t have to work solely with non-profit organizations in order to do good in the world. God can also do amazing things with for-profit organizations.You can support communities in ways that hurt them, or ways that help them. People want to be part of something bigger and want to be part of helping themselves.Everything belongs to God. It is possible for us to responsibly steward God’s money."If you really believe it is God’s money, every investment changes. You should not, cannot, be just worried about financial returns." — Greg Lernihan
Episode References:
When Helping Hurts by Steven Corbett and Brian FikkertToxic Charity by Robert D. LuptonCharity Detox by Robert D. LuptonEvery Good Endeavor by Timothy KellerThe Steward Investor by Donald E. SimmonsHalftime Institute: https://halftimeinstitute.org/Faith Driven Investor: https://www.faithdriveninvestor.org/Praxis Labs: https://www.praxislabs.org/About Greg Lernihan:
Greg is the co-founder of Convergint Technologies. Started in the basement of a home in 2001, Convergint is now the world’s largest electronic security company, with sales exceeding $2.5 billion annually and employing 10,000 colleagues globally. Prior to starting Convergint Technologies, Greg spent 20 years at Siemens Building Technologies in various leadership roles before leaving as Sr. Vice President of North America.
After a trip to Haiti and subsequent partial sale of Convergint in 2012, Greg felt the nudge of the Holy Spirit to lead a more purposeful life. Leaving day-to-day responsibilities at Convergint in 2013, Greg and his family have focused their energies into stewarding God’s capital through granting and faith-driven investing.
Greg and his wife Marybeth have been married for 40 years. They have three married children and have been blessed with eight grandchildren.
Connect with Greg Lernihan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-lernihan-aa61384b/
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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Have you ever considered taking your employees on a mission trip?
In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Peter discuss:
The history of HOPE International. Taking employees and family members on mission and vision trips. Being generous in experience not just finances. Getting the most out of your international travel experiences.Key Takeaways:
Bringing your team into your mission will bring greater engagement and job satisfaction. With a greater perspective, the stresses and challenges of your life will seem much less important and difficult than before your mission trip. Important work needs to happen before and after the trip, not just during the trip. There are more similarities than differences between the people of the world. We are all neighbors, whether across the street or across the world."Just try it! See what happens. Tell me if there is not more joy, more life, more meaning when you come back. We are designed by our Creator for meaning and purpose. A life that is lived inwardly is not a life that is lived to the fullest." — Peter Greer
Click here to find out more about Hope Global Investments.
About Peter Greer: Peter Greer is President and CEO of HOPE International, a global Christ-centered nonprofit that equips underserved communities with tools, including microfinance and savings groups, to break the cycle of poverty. Peter’s favorite part of his job is spending time with the entrepreneurs HOPE serves—whether harvesting coffee with farmers in Rwanda, dancing alongside savings groups in Haiti, or visiting greenhouses in Ukraine.
Prior to joining HOPE International, Peter worked as a microfinance adviser in Cambodia and Zimbabwe and as managing director of a Rwandan community bank in Rwanda. He received his B.S. in International Business from Messiah University and an MPP in political and economic development from Harvard's Kennedy School. Peter has coauthored 15 books, including Lead with Prayer, Mission Drift, Rooting for Rivals, and Created to Flourish.
More important than his role at HOPE is his role as husband to Laurel and dad to Keith, Liliana, Myles, and London. While his sports loyalties remain in New England, Peter and his family live in Lancaster, PA.
Connect with Peter Greer:
Website: https://www.peterkgreer.com/
Hope International: https://www.hopeinternational.org/
Books: https://www.peterkgreer.com/books/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterkgreer/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterkgreer/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/peterkgreer
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeterKGreer
Connect with Jeff Thomas:
Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/
Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/
Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw
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