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The E-Myth by Michael Gerber

11/6/2015

In this video from the early 1990's, Michael Gerber teaches us about business ownership - specifically entrepreneurship. Many Christians believe that they are destined to own their own business and that they will wildly prosper. However, small business ownership can be a prison if you are not properly prepared to think about working "on" the business instead of working "in" the business.

Being called into the world of business ownership is an exciting and challenging destiny. It is not for the faint of heart. This video will break down the cornerstone perspectives necessary to transform any small business from a job for the owner into a system that works without them. These 40 minutes can, and should, change your life.

Christian Business Success by André Olivier

11/5/2015

André Olivier, Lead Pastor of Rivers Church Sandton & Durban, shares principles for Christian business success. Andre shares that your thinking must be aligned with accurate Biblical thinking. Primarily believing that God wants you to succeed and you have gifts which need to be developed.

Take what you have, release your gifts and believe for multiplication. As you do, you may just discover that the gifts of the Holy Spirit are at their best when on display in the marketplace.

Many are called to the world of business, we pray that you discover,unlock and live that Godly destiny with which you were born. Ultimately, the fullness with which you live your life helps us all.

Building a GREAT Business for a GREATER Purpose by Alan Barnhart

11/5/2015

C12 shares the following case study, "Barnhart Crane - Building a GREAT Business for a GREATER Purpose, presented by Alan Barnhart, President & CEO, Barnhart Crane & Rigging.

True servant leadership produces enduring results in the lives, businesses, and stakeholders of those who practice it. The compelling story of Barnhart Crane & Rigging's rise to industry leadership over three decades while fueling vibrant Christ-centered ministry is a window into what can happen when senior company leaders serve Christ first.

Alan shares his own initial Biblical convictions about the potential dangers of wealth, key decisions made along the way to produce a distinctive Christ-honoring growth company, and practical ways they have tried to minimize any distractions related to growing company value and prominence.

Barnhart's unique, God-honoring story includes how they deliver marketplace ministry through The GROVE Group (God's Resource Operating Very Effectively), the giving arm of the company. In many ways, Barnhart Crane is an example of what can happen when we keep first things first, through humble but firm leadership, and invite others to join us in this worthy journey!"

Should you be one whose destiny leads to tremendous wealth, then this story of generosity will help you along the way to discover, unlock, and live your Godly destiny.

What is the Purpose of Business by John Mackey

10/25/2015

Since the early 1990s, the business world has been talking about and innovating around the idea of a balanced scorecard. This concept attempts to move the purpose of business from profitability, which only cares for and esteems the shareholder as the ultimate winner, while all other parties in the transaction are left in second status.

As this idea has progressed, it has fostered debate that shareholders, customers, vendors, employees and the community must all be winners in the business process. And, as the theory goes, everyone ends up better off, including the shareholder who was previously at the center of the economic model.

In this video, Darden School of Business Professor R. Edward Freeman hosts a conversation with John Mackey, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Whole Foods Market, on the purpose of business.

This is an especially important concept for Christian Business people as they struggle between the need to be profitable and the need to give all - as unto the Lord. However, as you live your Godly destiny through your business, you may discover that God has a desire to bless everyone who comes in contact with your business. Sort of the ultimate God centered scorecard. Just saying.

Business is About Purpose by R. Edward Freeman

10/18/2015

According to TedxCharlottesville, "R. Edward "Ed" Freeman is a prolific educator, consultant and speaker, best known for his work on the topics of Stakeholder Management and Business Ethics. He also teaches Leading with Meaning, helping organizations create a culture that brings out the best in everyone.

Freeman is perhaps best known for his award-winning book, Strategic Management: A Stakeholder Approach, first published in 1984 and reissued in 2010 by Cambridge University Press. This landmark book has helped to define and shape our understanding of how good management practice really is based on relationship - relationships with the stakeholders who affect or are affected by the business.

Today, Freeman is working passionately to create long-term stakeholder value in business through the Institute for Business in Society and Conscious Capitalism, Inc. He believes that the ultimate purpose of business is to create value rather than to maximize profit. Freeman is excited about innovation and entrepreneurs that can help to solve the world's toughest problems. His massive online offering course (MOOC), New Models of Business in Society is reaching thousands around the globe."

The pursuit of a culture of purpose may be one of the most important things you can do as a leader in your company. And, it may be one of the most important things you can do to discover, unlock, and live your Godly destiny.

Why It's Time to Forget the Pecking Order by Margaret Heffernan

10/11/2015

In this video, Margaret Heffernan makes a strong argument for what lies at the foundation of great teamwork and ultimate success. Even within the local church, ask yourself, is there a pecking order of superstars, or is there a team working to unleash destinies and expand the Kingdom of God?

Her TED talks share the idea that "Organizations are often run according to “the superchicken model,” where the value is placed on star employees who outperform others. And yet, this isn’t what drives the most high-achieving teams. Business leader Margaret Heffernan observes that it is social cohesion — built every coffee break, every time one team member asks another for help — that leads over time to great results. It's a radical rethink of what drives us to do our best work, and what it means to be a leader. Because as Heffernan points out: “Companies don’t have ideas. Only people do.”

Having great togetherness and teamwork is crucial in discovering, unlocking and living Godly destiny.

Know Your Why by Margie Warrell

9/27/2015

In this video, Margie Warrell encourages us to know our why, to connect with our purpose, to understand our calling in life. While Margie focuses her teaching toward those in the world of business, we believe that this is one of the most important aspects of human existence and the key to engaging your Godly destiny - whatever your area of influence.

Regarding Margie Warrell, Big Speak shares, "Recognized internationally as a thought leader in human potential, Margie Warrell’s personal and professional development programs as a top female motivational speaker engage, educate and empower. Margie has walked her talk when it comes to living bravely and building resilience. Her message of courage – and it’s imperative to rethink risk and challenge self-limiting ’stories’ – stems from the many challenges and personal adversities she’s faced in her life. Since growing up on a dairy farm in rural Australia, she has traveled extensively, venturing off the beaten track in over 60 countries through the Middle East, South America, Africa and Asia and relocated around the world several times with her husband and four children."

Try Service by James Lloyd

9/22/2015

Whether in the world of business or in the business of life, service to others is a key to living your Godly destiny. This type of purpose can be in the "big" things or the "little" things, but regardless of the size of the thing, significance matters. Also, don't forget little things can be hidden as big things and big things can be disguised as little things.

As you watch this video and listen to this story, please kindly consider how a little act of kindness and service mushroomed into motivating and inspiring tens of thousands of people directly. Also, please kindly contemplate the incredible power of service.

Be a Champion for the Future by Gary Hamel

9/20/2015

In this video, Gary Hamel outlines the changes in management and leadership thought that are shaping the future. At the core of his presentation is his understanding that human beings are amazingly adaptable, innovative, and engaging - that we are built to aim high and start working.

Be encouraged as this bit of leading business thought helps to prepare you to discover, unlock, and live your Godly destiny.

Joy, Inc. by Rich Sheridan

9/14/2015

This video by Rich Sheridan introduces us to the idea that we should experiment with ideas without fear. He suggests that fear must be sucked from the room to truly unleash purpose and destiny. Is it possible that your Godly destiny is stalled out by fear of making a mistake? What if the answer to true spiritual authority and destiny was to make mistakes faster, free from fear? Could embracing the joy of the Lord help you unlock and live your Godly destiny? Might unspeakable joy follow?

Before discounting this idea as foolishness, you might want to here Rich's story and how experimenting without fear transformed his business and life.

From Menlow Innovations website, "Learn what focusing on Joy can do for your company Menlo is a software design and development company in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Last year, 2,197 people came from around the world to visit us. They made the trek not to learn about technology, but to witness a radically different approach to workplace culture — one intentionally designed to produce joy.

At Menlo, we have built a culture that removes the fear and ambiguity that traditionally makes a workplace miserable. With joy as the explicit goal, we've changed everything about how our company is run, and have brought that joy into the lives of our clients and their end users. Joy, Inc. offers readers an inside look at our belief system and how it influences our physical environment, embraces making mistakes, and eliminates stereotypical meetings all while fostering dignity and respect for each other.

Joy, Inc. is for readers in any field who want tangible examples for a healthier, happier atmosphere at work—and the sustainable business results required for growth. Readers will come away with an inspirational blueprint for how to create a corporate culture centered on joy in their own workplace."

What would happen if we were animated by joy rather than fear?

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