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Fear is a powerful motivator, but it's not always the best one.  In truth, fear can drive us to make decisions that aren't actually good for ourselves or for those we love and serve. Fear can blind us to reality and lead us to act as though we're trapped on a path that isn't healthy, when we should be free to do what's best. Listen to discover how Brittani Miller, the founder of Creative Melodies, transitioned from fear to love as a motivator. As you hear her story, you'll discover incredible insights and advice that will help you become a more effective leader.  Don't miss it! ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/lm0238-brittani-miller (Read the blog post) Follow or Subscribe➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/apple (Apple Podcasts) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/google (Google Podcasts) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/spotify (Spotify) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/amazon (Amazon) KEY TAKEAWAYS:Clarity and consequences of people-pleasing (a form of fear) Positive changes from addressing people-pleasing Tearing down fe

It's hard to be a business owner. You're met with obstacles regularly and some of them may even seem insurmountable. But with God's wisdom, coupled with perseverance and common sense, you can overcome anything.  That's what Dale Cooper learned from his dad, and he wants to share that wisdom with you. As a serial entrepreneur and the smartest person Dale ever knew, his dad taught him that common sense will take you further than any book learning ever could.  So if you're ready to be a common sense entrepreneur who doesn't give up, this episode is for you. ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/lm0237-dale-cooper (Read the blog post) Follow or Subscribe➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/apple (Apple Podcasts) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/google (Google Podcasts) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/spotify (Spotify) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/amazon (Amazon) KEY TAKEAWAYS:Adapting with the times and technology Common sense for entrepreneurs Undercutting competitors doesn’t spell success LINKS & RESOURCES:https://xactc

Are you looking for a new perspective on business? In this episode, entrepreneurs and business owners will be inspired by the concept of the ordinary meeting the extraordinary. Tim Flachman shares a powerful insight that compares the crossing of the Red Sea with starting and building a business. He also shares about the upside of downturn (big downturn precedes big breakthrough), as well as the action of simply starting with what you have. We go on to discuss the possibility of knowing if it’s the right time and opportunity to sell your business. I found all the insights and wisdom, especially espousing your true identity, to be very uplifting. Listen now to gain a new perspective on business! ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/236sn (Read the blog post) Follow or Subscribe➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/apple (Apple Podcasts) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/google (Google Podcasts) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/spotify (Spotify) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/amazon (Amazon) KEY TAKEAWAYS:Start with what you have and take

As a Christian business leader, do you sometimes feel lost or without a clear purpose? Have no fear! In this powerful episode, I talk with Pierce Brantley about calling within business. He is a businessman, minister, author, and host of The Eternal Entrepreneur. His latest book, Calling: Awaken to the Purpose of Your Work, dives deeply into this topic. After listening, you will have a greater understanding of how to use your skills and talents to fulfill God's purpose for you. ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/235sn (Read the blog post) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/235snt (One click tweet) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/235snf (One click Facebook share) KEY TAKEAWAYS:You’re a modern-day Joseph God can teach you anything Where the world puts identity God’s definition of humility LINKS & RESOURCES:https://piercebrantley.co/ (PierceBrantley.co) Listen to Pierce’s podcast: https://piercebrantley.co/podcast/ (The Eternal Entrepreneur) Get Pierce’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Calling-Awaken-Purpose-Your-Work/dp/B086

It can be hard to stay motivated when our work doesn't feel glamorous. Felipe Simoes talks about how his barbershop is a place of ministry, and how attitude and skill, combined with faithfulness in small things, yield eternal rewards. As you listen, you'll be encouraged to remain faithful - especially if what you're doing seems mundane. ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/234sn (Read the blog post) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/234snt (One click tweet) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/234snf (One click Facebook share) KEY TOPICS:The power of having an overcomer mindset Starting and continuing by faith Investing in and preparing others LINKS & RESOURCES:Facebook.com/felipe.simoes.963434 Facebook.com/OMESTRE.barbershop Instagram.com/omestre.barbershop lecoiffeurstudio@gmail.com FXMissionspodcasts.com LeadersMoment.org/follow http://FXMissionspodcasts.com (FXMissionspodcasts.com) http://facebook.com/fromthe4front (Facebook.com/fromthe4front) http://instagram.com/fromthe4front (Instagram.com/fromthe4front) ABOUT THE

Sometimes it's hard to understand how God operates. That makes sense, because we know that God's ways aren't ours. But it can be frustrating and confusing when our expectations don't match our plans. Listen as Josh Barlow shares how his walk with God has taught him the importance of resilience and reliance on God. ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/233sn (Read the blog post) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/233snt (One click tweet) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/233snf (One click Facebook share) KEY TAKEAWAYS:Sometimes our expectations don't line up with what God's doing. Pain can bring growth. We can be resilient and also rely on God. LINKS & RESOURCES:https://Techmuscle.com (Techmuscle.com) https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-barlow-645a0711/ (Linkedin)  contact@techmuscle.com ABOUT JOSH BARLOWJosh is the owner of TechMuscle, Inc. TechMuscle helps companies save time, gain insight, solve business problems and capture marketing opportunities. Their work spans from building websites (large and small) to custom

The Leadership Moment podcast is changing its format to better serve you as the listener. Some changes are coming soon, and they're going to be good! We want you to know what's happening so that you can continue listening with us as we make this transition. Listen to discover what we're changing and why it's changing. And then keep your eyes (and ears) open for the new format of the show. ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/232sn (Read the blog post) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/232snt (One click tweet) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/232snf (One click Facebook share) KEY TAKEAWAYS:Why we’re making changes The new length and cadence Rebranding the show Creating an environment for deeper connection LINKS & RESOURCES:http://fxmissionspodcasts.com/ (Our new network page) https://fxmissions.com (FXMissions) https://toptieraudio.com (Top Tier Audio) ABOUT BRYAN ENTZMINGERBryan Entzminger is a podcast editor and manager. He got his start with the Engaging Missions Show back in 2014, is now a cohost of the Podcast Edi

It can be difficult to know how to minister effectively in today's world. The landscape of ministry is constantly changing, and it can be hard to keep up with the latest trends. Listen as Davi Almeida shares his experience and how both faith and flexibility are essential in order to minister effectively in today's world. ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/231sn (Read the blog post) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/231snt (One click tweet) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/231snf (One click Facebook share) KEY TAKEAWAYS:Why Minueto is not specifically a Christian school The biblical definition of prospering Winning over suspicion LINKS & RESOURCES:http://minueto.com/ (Minueto.com)  https://www.facebook.com/minuetoburitis/?fref=ts (Facebook.com/minuetoburitis)  https://www.instagram.com/minuetoburitis/ (Instagram.com/minuetoburitis) https://www.cczs.org.br/ (CCZS.org.br)  https://www.facebook.com/cczsbh/ (Facebook.com/cczsbh) ABOUT DAVI ALMEIDADavi Almeida is a praise and worship leader at https://ww

Coming to Christ moves us into God's Kingdom, but doesn't immediately remove us from our history, culture, or customs. Just as the mixture of influences in Brazil influenced how Brazilian music developed, they also play into how Christians live out the Gospel. And as we begin to understand God works in and through our disparate cultures, we begin to see the incredible tapestry He's weaving together as He calls people from every nation, tribe, and tongue into His Kingdom. Listen as Davi Almeida shares what God is doing in Brazil and how he believes that the Church in Brazil is poised to preach to the nations. ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/230sn (Read the blog post) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/230snt (One click Tweet) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/230snf (One click Facebook share) KEY TAKEAWAYS: There's astounding value in having a culture with blended heritage. There's a lot for us to learn from people who are different from us. LINKS & RESOURCES: http://minueto.com/ (Minueto.com)  https://www.faceb

You may know for a long time that things need to change, but sometimes it takes a crisis to force us to grow in ways we wouldn't have otherwise. That's what happened with Davi Almeida - God used the unexpected event of the COVID crisis to quickly change his business and bring transformation he hadn't planned on. Listen as Davi shares how faith and spirituality can influence your life and business! ➡️ https://leadersmoment.com/229sn (Click Here for Full Show Notes) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.com/229snt (One Click Tweet) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.com/229/snf (One Click Facebook Share) KEY TAKEAWAYS: God can use a crisis to transform our lives and businesses. LINKS & RESOURCES: http://minueto.com/ (Minueto.com)  https://www.facebook.com/minuetoburitis/?fref=ts (Facebook.com/minuetoburitis)  https://www.instagram.com/minuetoburitis/ (Instagram.com/minuetoburitis) https://www.cczs.org.br/ (CCZS.org.br)  https://www.facebook.com/cczsbh/ (Facebook.com/cczsbh) ABOUT DAVI ALMEIDA Davi Almeida is a

Is it hard to walk in faith and have peace when it feels like the world is crumbling around you? Scott Sidler sure faced some of those challenges as the owner of a construction company navigating the COVID pandemic. He shares how years of walking side by side with God laid the foundation for him to have peace and walk in faith during that time. In this episode of the Leadership Moment, Scott shares some great (and eternal) insights on how to keep your business finances in check and how to trust that God will provide for you. He also shares how his business has been blessed to be a blessing both to charitable organizations and his employees. You won't want to miss this episode! Click play now and be sure to share it with a friend. ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/228sn (Blog Post) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/228snt (One Click Tweet) ➡️ https://leadersmoment.org/228snf (One Click Facebook Share) KEY TAKEAWAYS: Walking faithfully with God can prepare us for the unexpected. Faithfully and diligently managing finance

It costs something to run a business with integrity and respect. In the second episode of this three-episode discussion, we https://leadersmoment.org/lm0226-scott-sidler/ (continue our conversation) about integrity and respect, avoiding disaster, and overcoming temptation. We also go over what it looks like in business to do everything as unto the Lord. This is great listening for entrepreneurs who want to stay on the right track! You’ll learn how https://austinhistorical.com/ (Scott Sidler of Austin Historical) overcame a time when his integrity was challenged by another contractor's shady business practices. He shares how he chose integrity over income and tells us that temptations will come; be aware and prepared! https://leadersmoment.org/227sn (Read the blog post) https://leadersmoment.org/227snt (One Click Tweet) https://leadersmoment.org/227snf (One Click Facebook Share) KEY TAKEAWAYS:Your integrity and environment of trust will be challenged. Remember that temptation is a slippery slope. Be prepared.

Have you ever been in a situation where you had to make a tough decision? In this episode, Scott Sidler of Austin Historical shares how he weaves faith and responsibility with everything in his business. Part 1 of our chat is all about the "un-contractor" -- a person who upholds their end of the contract by doing things ethically, honestly and respectfully. We also talk about COVID's impact on building supplies for construction companies like Austin Historical. ➡️ Blog Post: https://leadersmoment.org/226sn (https://leadersmoment.org/226sn) KEY TAKEAWAYS: How faith has played a part in Scott's business How Scott approached a business situation that had gone south prior to him stepping in How integrity helped Scott navigate supply and pricing issues during COVID LINKS & RESOURCES: Austin Historical website: https://austinhistorical.com/ (austinhistorical.com) The Craftsman Blog website: https://thecraftsmanblog.com/ (thecraftsmanblog.com) Learn to repair and restore your own historic windows: https://www.

Challenges in life and business are opportunities to trust God and grow in our faith. Listen as Scott shares the unexpected way God rescued him from an impossible situation.  Blog Post: https://fxmissions.com/225sn (https://fxmissions.com/225sn) One Click Tweet: https://fxmissions.com/225snt (https://fxmissions.com/225snt) One Click Facebook Share: https://fxmissions.com/225snf (https://fxmissions.com/225snf) In this new series, I (Scott) want to focus on how, as believers in business leadership, our faith forms our business. We’ll be digging into that with varying perspectives and voices throughout the series. (By the way, if you or someone you know would be a great fit for this series, please contact me at info@fxmissions.com.) To start out, I decided I’d like to share more of my own story. To be specific, one specific crisis story. This story unfolds in two parts, so be sure to listen to both as I relay what transpired, how I got through it, how it shaped my business and, most importantly, how it impa

Living with our faith on display is challenging - especially in the face of a crisis. Shortly after purchasing a telecom business, I found myself in the middle of a full-blown crisis. I had bills to pay, friends and family who had invested in my business, and no visible prospects to right the ship. That's when God stepped in and brought me back to him. Listen to part one of this story, and then come back to discover what God did. Blog Post: https://fxmissions.com/224sn (https://fxmissions.com/224sn) One Click Tweet: https://fxmissions.com/224snt (https://fxmissions.com/224snt) One Click Facebook Share: https://fxmissions.com/224snf (https://fxmissions.com/224snf) WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER: Starting completely fresh Scott’s business venture and how the nature of it lent to this particular crisis The bank tour and the friends and family round The crisis begins and grows Cash flow drops Solutions that didn’t work The Bible verse that nailed Scott’s situation  Hemmed in by obstacles No money to reimburs

The key to biblical, transformational leadership is presence - God's presence and our presence. Listen to discover what our presence should do to fulfill the Great Commission and our Cultural Mandate. Blog Post: https://fxmissions.com/223 (https://fxmissions.com/223) One Click Tweet: https://fxmissions.com/223t (https://fxmissions.com/223t) One Click Facebook Share: https://fxmissions.com/223f (https://fxmissions.com/223f) God has called Christians to not only fulfill the Great Commission, but to also transform our culture. But how do we do that? Often, it seems like instead of shaping culture, we are being shaped by culture and that our efforts are reactionary. However, as we learn through the PREVAIL model of leadership, presence - specifically six kinds of presence - is the key to true transformation and the true fulfillment of both the Great Commission and our cultural mandate. KEY TAKEAWAYS: V - Validating presence  A - Alleviating presence I - Inspiring presence L - Leveraging presence What can be

Humans are made in the image of God, blessed by Him to lead society. But what does this mean for our influence today?  Blog Post: https://fxmissions.com/222 (https://fxmissions.com/222) One Click Tweet: https://fxmissions.com/222t (https://fxmissions.com/222t) One Click Facebook Share: https://fxmissions.com/222f (https://fxmissions.com/222f) Have you been wondering how to be effective in fulfilling the Great Commission and impacting the surrounding culture? In this episode, Dr. Noah Manyika shares the PREVAIL model of leadership called PREVAIL that will help you do just that. Hear about what it means to be present in order to impact culture for Christ and explore what's happening around you so that your faith-based organization or nonprofit can measure its effectiveness. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Fulfilling the mandate of making disciples Defining acts of worship more broadly The acronym of PREVAIL (the first 3) Measuring the effectiveness of nonprofits and, especially faith-based organizations, and the fulfillmen

Humans are made in the image of God, blessed by Him to lead society. But what does this mean for our influence today?  Blog Post: https://fxmissions.com/221 (https://fxmissions.com/221) One Click Tweet: https://www.fxmissions.com/221fb (https://www.fxmissions.com/221fb) One Click Facebook Share: https://www.fxmissions.com/221t (https://www.fxmissions.com/221t) The Prevail Model of Leadership is a new way to think about leadership both within and outside the Church. In this episode, you'll learn how to lead with God's blessing and biblical mandate. You'll also get an understanding of what it means for our influence today. What Dr. Manyika shares will help you understand the importance of leading with God's blessing and biblical mandate, as well as what it means for our influence today. Listen to Part 1 today and follow the podcast, so you don't miss the rest. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN The “Prevail” acronym Sustainable model of social innovation The biblical mandate and God’s blessing to lead The split of social a

Leadership is about more than just doing the right thing, it's also about knowing what that is. Listen to discover the value of discerning God's will.  https://fxmissions.com/220 (Read the Blog Post) https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://fxmissions.com/220&text=I'm%20enjoying%20powerful%20leadership%20insights%20on%20the%20@FXMissions%20@LeadersMoment%20podcast. (Share on Twitter) https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://fxmissions.com/220 (Share on Facebook) We all want to do the right thing, but sometimes it's hard to know what that is. There are so many opportunities to serve that those of us who truly have a heart to serve have to be careful, or we can do more harm than good. If we're not careful, we could be walking in the PRESUMPTION that God will equip and empower us, without knowing for sure that we're actually CALLED. If we're doing the wrong thing (or the right thing at the wrong time or with the wrong people) we might be walking in the PRESUMPTION that God will equip us,

Leadership is about so much more than being the boss. It's about doing what you need to do to set up and support your team members for success.  https://fxmissions.com/219 (Leadership Lessons From a Broken Ice Cream Machine) https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://fxmissions.com/219&text=What%20leadership%20lessons%20can%20you%20learn%20from%20a%20broken%20ice%20cream%20machine?%20Check%20out%20the%20insights%20on%20the%20@FXMissions%20@Leadersmoment%20podcast! (One Click Tweet) https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.facebook.com/leadersmoment/posts/3102695953284920 (One Click Facebook Share) -- Bryan Entzminger and Scott McClelland https://www.fxmissions.com/2021/08/lm0218-bryan-entzminger-ice-cream-machine/ ( continue their conversation) about what leadership lessons we can learn from a broken ice cream machine. They talk about commander's intent, the dangers of institutionalization, and the importance of truly supporting people--because sometimes what works for one person a