Christian Biz Owners On Fire

Our guest today has a career that spans close to forty years.  Bob Brick is a third generation Traverse City, Michigan native, and has been called, 'one of Traverse City's natural resources.'  Bob is a gentleman considered a cornerstone in his community and is the top one percent of all Realtors in North America for over thirty years.  His sales represent over 400 million dollars in sales volume a...

What is it that you desire out of life? What is it that you are passionate about? These are questions that get asked of all of us as we imagine our futures. We seem to operate under the belief that if we just find out what we are passionate about, everything else will fall into place and we will live the life we have always dreamt of.  But here's the problem with this approach: It hardly ever work...

Mika Gross, M.S., is founder and owner of The Parent's Place. Mika has degrees in Psychology and Family Therapy and is a 25 year professional in the fields of child and adolescent services, family therapy and education, program development and marketing, and business operations. She is an active volunteer in the Wichita community. Mika facilitates parenting classes and small group sessions, child...

Most people would agree that life can be messy.  When you are a business owner on top of that, it can get even messier. One of the differences between us and the angels is that God gave us earthly bodies.  Throw the daily details of being human in the mix, if not handled properly, and you can have a real mess! Add the complexity of the drama of salvation history and visible and invisible battle fo...

In today's world, the subject of ethics is more important than ever as we all strive to leave Earth a better place than we found it. That is the mission of Rabbi  Yonason  Goldson , a world-traveling wisdom seeker who now brings Jewish teachings on ethics to the business world as a TEDTalk presenter and keynote speaker. Don't miss the opportunity to hear an exclusive interview with Rabbi  Yonason...

In a saturated and highly competitive industry, business owners have to work harder and more creatively to even get noticed. This can lead to burnout, or having to take on less satisfying jobs to pay the bills since your dream career isn't overflowing with revenue.  Our guest in this episode shares how he used his skills in one of the most competitive industries in the world to create a whole new...

Distance used to be a hurdle for most with all kinds of business and personal connections, including romantic ones.  Business owners are wise not to get too sucked into working too much at the expense of investing in personal relationships. With so many communication apps available now, distance may no longer be an obstacle to having a long distance relationship (LDR). Staying in touch has never b...

Distance used to be a hurdle for most with all kinds of business and personal connections, including romantic ones.  Business owners are wise not to get too sucked into working too much at the expense of investing in personal relationships. With so many communication apps available now, distance may no longer be an obstacle to having a long distance relationship (LDR). Staying in touch has never b...

In this age of infinite choices, small business owners need to be creative in finding ways to stand out in a crowded marketplace. But how do you do that? One way to do so is via brand photos. Photography can help you represent yourself to the world in a way that's positive, genuine and, most importantly, unique to your business. After all, you and your business are more than a logo.  You as the bu...

Personal branding used to include nothing more than a simple business card with your name on it. But with the development of social media and an increasingly individualized society, the brand you build around yourself is perhaps the single most important way to stand out in your spheres of influence. If you're interested in becoming a leader in your field or landing your dream job, you need to set...

It doesn't matter what products or services you offer. In this age of countless options, being able to differentiate yourself from your competitors and position yourself as the person or business most suited to serve them is vital to your success. The secret to getting noticed is authority. When you have authority, people will pay attention. When you are perceived as an expert in your industry, pe...

Lacking the "grit". Silencing the inner critic. Procrastination. Beginner entrepreneurs are very much guilty of these self-sabotaging roadblocks that drive them further away from their goal of thriving in their business. You may not be aware of it but some of those are inherited roadblocks and patterns that once recognized and released will lead to awakening of your life. Our guest in this episode...

This episode focuses on a specific niche, which is dancing, but make sure to tune in as we discuss everything involved in owning a commercial venture that requires capital and business savvy. Our guest in this episode owns a dance school that helps instructors set up classes on-site in schools.  Jeannette Sermak-Proulx   has been teaching since 1981. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance from...

The strengths approach says that when it comes to developing people, there is more to be gained by building on their existing strengths than on trying to correct or make  good their weaknesses.     Too many people focus on fixing what's "wrong" with themselves, instead of appreciating and leveraging the unique, innate talents they already possess.   Our guest in this episode, Bea Roper, is a coach...

Have you heard of the adage that says, " Leaders aren't trained, they're developed"?  This is a subtle yet very important distinction lost on many. In this episode, our guest explains the distinction between leadership coaching and leadership development and how one is better than the other.   David M Robertson is a Leadership Development Practitioner with GrassFire Industries LLC in Wichita, Kans...

In last week's episode, we talked about tithing and how doing so can actually lead you to a six-figure income. This week, returning guest Michael Holmes, founder of tithehacker.org , shares with us the stories, patterns, and strategies employed by wealth Christian entrepreneurs and how everyday business owners like us can learn from those habits.  

An old saying goes, "We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give". But what if you are told that you do not just give, but to give a percentage of what you are actually earning? The first ten percent, to be specific. This is called tithing. When it comes to the topic of tithing, many Christians want to rationalize. For those who find themselves in financial trouble, tithing...

If you watch any of my Facebook Live videos, read my blogs, or are a regular listener to Christian Biz Owners on Fire radio, then you have heard me talk about the Manifesting Your Vision session. Tune in to hear the scoop on why to do one!

Christian biz owners are often uncomfortable sharing why their product or service is best for you or your business. Don't be the best kept secret in town. Learn ways to communicate your advantage to your clients with humility and grace.  

These simple tips can help you make sure you absolutely love the business and life you are creating.  So many people are short-sighted.  They don't consider the impact of their business models on their lives.  They compartmentalize rather than look at a global view. But by being a Christian Biz Owners on Fire radio listener, you can avoid these common pitfalls and enjoy your journey as much as the...

Are you sales shy? Ryann Dowdy is passionate about changing the negative stigma around sales and helping women in business become confident in bringing on new clients and asking for what they deserve.

In this episode, Pam Hopman gives recommendations on what to look at with the money data

In this episode, Pam Hopman, creator of The Money Profile and author of the best-selling book, "Wealth Amplified", talkss about money mindset and the money style diagnostic tool she has created.