EntrePastors

An old African proverb states, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”  It’s not uncommon for pastors to struggle with loneliness and isolation in ministry.  The temptation to push on in isolation is even greater for a pastor who desires to step into an entrepreneurial endeavor.  In this 4-part miniseries of podcast episodes you will learn the downside of trying to...

An old African proverb states, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”  It’s not uncommon for pastors to struggle with loneliness and isolation in ministry.  The temptation to push on in isolation is even greater for a pastor who desires to step into an entrepreneurial endeavor.  In this 4-part miniseries of podcast episodes you will learn the downside of trying to...

An old African proverb states, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”  It’s not uncommon for pastors to struggle with loneliness and isolation in ministry.  The temptation to push on in isolation is even greater for a pastor who desires to step into an entrepreneurial endeavor.  In this 4-part miniseries of podcast episodes you will learn the downside of trying to...

An old African proverb states, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”  It’s not uncommon for pastors to struggle with loneliness and isolation in ministry.  The temptation to push on in isolation is even greater for a pastor who desires to step into an entrepreneurial endeavor.  In this 4-part miniseries of podcast episodes you will learn the downside of trying to...

In this “Saturday Replay” episode Jon and Les will introduce you to another amazing entrepreneurial pastor.  Alex Klimchuk and his wife Tanya are the founders and Lead Pastors of New Life Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.  Alex immigrated to the United States from Ukraine as a boy back in 1990.  Having a life-long dream of owning his own business someday, Alex started a tree-trimming company wh...

What is the most important key to a successful business?  Some might argue it is a great product or service.  Others might say it is having a smart and savvy entrepreneur at the helm.  Still others might suggest that it is a stellar marketing plan.  While all of these elements are critical to the success of any great business, the most important key is often overlooked. On this episode of the Entr...

In this episode of the EntrePastors podcast Jon and Les talk with Dr. David Powers about a platform he helps oversee called Passive Income Engines.  David loves to see people develop streams of passive income through various activities that capitalize on their skills and passions.  His true desire is to see people not only thrive financially, but to gain time freedom in order to serve the kingdom...

In this episode of the EntrePastors podcast Jon and Les talk with Jeff Elder about his life’s journey of surrendering to God’s calling into the ministry of business.  Like many others, when Jeff was younger and desired to serve God with his life, he thought the obvious way to do that was through working as a pastor.  However, God clearly intervened and showed Jeff that business was the ministry th...

In this episode of the EntrePastors podcast Jon and Les talk with guest Chris Orecchio about his role as Director of Business Development with ACTION Coach in Columbus, Ohio.  In our conversation Chris shares the importance and advantages of leaning into kingdom principles in building and growing a business in the marketplace.   Guest Info/Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-o...

In this episode of the EntrePastors podcast Jon and Les talk with guest Robert Grice about his side hustle of counseling that not only compliments his pastoral ministry, but also provides an additional stream of income for his family.  Robert shares how he got into the specific niche of grief counseling and how that has opened doors for ministry beyond his normal work inside the church. Call to Ac...

In this “Saturday Replay” edition of the EntrePastors podcast, we are going all the way back to the very beginning of our EntrePastors platform.  In this episode you will hear Jon and Les share a little bit about their own personal journeys and the story of how they came together to serve pastors through this new endeavor.  In doing so, you will also hear them really unpack the vision and heart th...

In this episode of the EntrePastors podcast Jon and Les talk with guest Josh Vidor about his life growing up in serious poverty in the home of a pastor’s family.  While Josh’s experience as a youth didn’t drive him to a place of bitterness toward the Lord, it did have a tremendous impact on shaping his resolve that life would look different for him when he was old enough to earn money for himself....

Who Not How is the second recommended book by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy. Les shares from his and Jon’s experience of implementing the principles in Who Not How. Being successful isn’t only about business principles and strategies. Success is about the right partnerships and relationships. If you’re trying to climb a mountain, it’s wise to go with someone who’s already been to the summit. Tha...

In this episode Les discusses one of two books by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy. The title sounds counter-intuitive, but 10x is Easier Than 2x is absolutely true. The authors discuss how to change your thinking and behavior to focus on the 20% of activity that’s leading to 80% of the results. Exponential growth only results in exponential thoughts and actions. The book isn’t about working harder...

Jon and Les have recommended The Prosperous Coach by Rich Litvin and Steve Chandler as much as any other resource. In this episode, Les talks about why they're so high on the book. It’s one thing to be able to coach someone, something that many pastors are great at. It’s something else to actually make money coaching. In the Prosperous coach, Litvin and Chandler discuss how to have powerful c...

In this episode Les summarizes the impactful book, 48 Days to the Work and Life You Love by the late Dan Miller. Not only was Dan the personal friend and mentor of Jon and Les, his best-selling book has impacted thousands of people and helped them find meaningful and purposeful work. If you’re at a place in your life where you feel a little stuck, then lean in and listen. Dan Miller’s 48 Days to t...

In this "Saturday Replay" addition of the EntrePastors podcast, Jon and Les speak to the pastor who has come to the conclusion that the extra income from a side-hustle would be great, but they have no idea where or how to get started.   Generally we find people in this space dealing with two different issues: On one hand, we see the common “problem” of someone having so many ideas they’r...

In this episode of the EntrePastors podcast Jon and Les talk with pastor turned “purpose dealer,” Mark Delaney.  Mark shares his journey of struggling with fulfilling his pastoral calling and feeling like a failure. He discusses the limitations of the church worldview and emphasizes the importance of a broader, more impactful vision for both pastors and congregants. We explore the idea of ministry...

During the time of Jesus ministry here on earth, some of the greatest opposition he faced came from the leaders of the religious establishment of his day.  At one point, Jesus compared the Pharisees to “old wineskins” implying that they were too rigid to accept him.  Jesus could not be contained in their religious traditions and rules.  This new move of God that Jesus came to usher in would requir...

During the time of Jesus ministry here on earth, some of the greatest opposition he faced came from the leaders of the religious establishment of his day.  At one point, Jesus compared the Pharisees to “old wineskins” implying that they were too rigid to accept him.  Jesus could not be contained in their religious traditions and rules.  This new move of God that Jesus came to usher in would requir...

During the time of Jesus ministry here on earth, some of the greatest opposition he faced came from the leaders of the religious establishment of his day.  At one point, Jesus compared the Pharisees to “old wineskins” implying that they were too rigid to accept him.  Jesus could not be contained in their religious traditions and rules.  This new move of God that Jesus came to usher in would requir...

During the time of Jesus ministry here on earth, some of the greatest opposition he faced came from the leaders of the religious establishment of his day.  At one point, Jesus compared the Pharisees to “old wineskins” implying that they were too rigid to accept him.  Jesus could not be contained in their religious traditions and rules.  This new move of God that Jesus came to usher in would requir...

In this “Saturday Replay” addition of the EntrePastors podcast, we are reaching way back to one of our very first (and also most popular) episodes in which Jon and Les share four different profiles of people who will benefit from the EntrePastors message.  In other words, who is this podcast for? Pastors who want to start, own, and operate a business in addition to leading a church. Pastors who wa...

In this episode of the EntrePastors podcast Jon and Les talk with guest Rick Craig about his journey from church pastor to author and end-of-life planning consultant. Rick shares how he sought guidance through prayer, transitioned to a new ministry assignment, and actively pursued different income opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of end-of-life planning and conversations about faith, us...

So many would-be entrepreneurs get caught in the trap of “tomorrow.”  They have a good business idea.  They have a pretty clear picture of their desired future.  But too often the plan is always to start “tomorrow.”  They usually have a reason as to why they’re not ready to start today.  In this 4-part series of podcast episodes, Jon shares what is usually underlying all the procrastination and st...