Faithful on the Clock

Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God! Want to join us on social media? We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the sho...

Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God! Want to join us on social media? We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the sho...

People are leaving their jobs in record numbers. What’s behind the so-called Great Resignation? Episode 30 of the Faithful on the Clock podcast summarizes the problem and outlines how Christian leaders should respond when workers leave en masse.  Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:39] - Statistics on the size of the Great Resignation [01:40] - Many businesses are trying to solve the problem with...

Leaders can’t or don’t always want to stay with a company forever. Sometimes, fresh blood makes sense. But how do you make the transition from one leader to another? Find out in Episode 29 of the Faithful on the Clock podcast.  Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:32] - Why changes in leadership are necessary [01:18] - Moses was a phenomenal leader but made an error and didn’t trust God enough [02...

Positivity is essential for dealing with a rough world. But when does positivity turn toxic? Episode 27 of the Faithful on the Clock podcast highlights how to be encouraging while staying firmly grounded and realistic.  Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:40] - I like talking about toxic positivity in the hope of Marie Kondoing the mind! [01:10] - Definition of toxic positivity and examples [01:5...

The self-care industry brings in millions of dollars around the world annually. But are we pushing too far on individual responsibility for mental health and wellness? What responsibility do businesses have to take care of their teams? That’s covered in Episode 27 of the Faithful on the Clock podcast. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:43] - The number of people demonstrating symptoms of mental healt...

As climate change concerns grow, environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance is increasing in importance for businesses. Episode 26 of the Faithful on the Clock podcast shares how ESG connects to Adam’s original job and outlines how to get started on a stronger ESG path. Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:40] - Main purpose of the episode [00:58] - Genesis demonstrates that God called Adam...

Gig and temporary workers now account for over a third of the American workforce. This episode of Faithful on the Clock discusses how you can make these workers feel more at home when you bring them into your company. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:36] - The gig economy is growing rapidly, with some experts predicting that more than half of American workers will be part of the temp trend by 2023....

Examples of cancel culture are visible everywhere. But what do you do if accusations hit you, someone on your team, or the entire company? In Episode 24 of Faithful on the Clock, you’ll learn what the biggest logical problems with cancel culture are and get advice on how to behave in the face of allegations and bad press. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:33] - Definition, importance, and difficulti...

How can you tell if someone has integrity (including you)? Is it present in your office? This episode of Faithful on the Clock gives 11 things that indicate good integrity. Plus, we’ll walk you through the basics of a business integrity audit. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:44] - Definition of integrity differentiates you and has a reward. God will always look for it in your heart. [01:32] - Inte...

Just in time for the New Year, Episode 22 of Faithful on the Clock clarifies how goals and resolutions are different. It provides tips for getting you and/or your team in the right headspace to make great decisions and really follow through. Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:39] - Clarification of how goals and resolutions are different [01:32] - Why having resolutions for yourself or your team is i...

AI is everywhere. But what’s the difference between AI and real wisdom? Episode 21 of Faithful on the Clock answers that question and walks you through four things to look for when selecting AI for your business.  Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:40] - AI is everywhere and the industry is experiencing insane growth. [01:30] - Definition of AI [02:19] - Differentiation between AI and wisdom; AI...

Companies are making real efforts for better diversity and inclusion...and not getting anywhere. Episode 20 highlights the key reason most D&I efforts fail and provides two recommendations on how to do better. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:43] - Statistics on the importance of D&I [01:35] - Even though we know how important D&I is, there is still a lot of work to do. [02:12] - When p...

Today, leaders feel enormous pressure to take on many different roles. Is that really a good thing? How can you decide what positions really are ideal for you? Episode 19 of Faithful on the Clock offers a list of questions to help you choose hats that really matter. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:39] - There is a trend for professionals to wear many different hats. It’s unusual not to see a list...

Everybody is aaaaaaall about goal setting. But what happens when you reach a goal and...it kind of sucks? This episode of Faithful on the Clock explains why reaching an objective can be a huge letdown. It includes two techniques for ensuring you don’t fall prey to the arrival fallacy and lose your joy. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:39] - The arrival fallacy is the false belief that we’ll feel ha...

You’ve got a million things on your plate. All of them really do have value and matter. How do you choose which to drop and which to pursue? This episode breaks down what to consider so you make great prioritizations, taking a look at the story of Lazarus to show a healthy approach to identifying your own goals and timing. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:41] - Right now, the number of things peopl...

Episode 16 of the Faithful on the Clock podcast exposes why delegating is a necessity in modern work, and why it presents two big dangers. The show includes three strategies for making your delegation more effective and authentic. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:36] - Nobody can do everything or be everywhere. So as you climb the ladder, you have to see delegating as an increasingly necessary part...

In the age of social media, it can seem like networking is easier and more effective than ever. But does it really work? This episode dissects the myth that big follower numbers means success and provides four strategies for creating stronger links that have true benefits. Timestamps: [00:06] - Intro [00:37] - It’s tempting to see networking as being in a golden age. [01:14] - Networking isn’t in...

Episode 14 of the Faithful on the Clock podcast is all about having fun. Why let go of all the serious tradition? How can you make it affordable and natural for your team to get involved in shenanigans? Did God’s people ever celebrate when they worked? You’ll get answers to these questions, plus insights about how to use fun formally to keep investors beside you. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:35...

Most companies won’t last the decade, let alone the century. So how do you beat the odds and create a legacy brand people know for generations? This episode of Faithful on the Clock uses Jesus’ approach to storytelling to give you some solid guidelines.  Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:44] - Definition of a brand [01:07] - Branding is just about differentiation, but leaders get caught between...

Scripture is clear that we always can come to God, who is an ever-present help. We, however, often drop the ball when it comes to responding to asks. This episode stresses the importance of paying attention and responding to the effort people make to put themselves out there. Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:39] - Companies are becoming more human-centric and mental health is coming to the fore. Mo...

To stand out and succeed, you need discipline, right? But what prizes does it really help you win, and what’s the right way to make sure everybody follows the rules. We’ll cover that and four strategies for building personal discipline in this episode of Faithful on the Clock. Timestamps: [00:05] - Intro [00:35] - Discipline is not just perfectly black and white. Don’t try to label yourself too ha...

In this episode of Faithful on the Clock, you’ll learn why empathy helps your company’s bottom line and how it helps you fulfill the second commandment to love your neighbor as you lead. Need to build your empathy? You’ll get three practical tips on how to do that, too. Timestamps: [00:06] - Intro [00:38] - Leaders are shifting from a product-centric mindset to a relationship- or human-centric min...

For most professionals, money is a motivator. But what does the Bible say about wealth? Can you really be rich and follow Jesus at the same time? In this episode, we’ll explore the story of King Solomon to find out. Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:41] - Most businesses want to make profits as much as they want to serve, which can create an ethical conflict for a lot of Christian professionals. [01...

You know the ones. The people who play office politics, whine, constantly interrupt, or let their ego run rampant. In this episode of Faithful on the Clock, we’ll cover how to deal with these “difficult” people so your team is strong and the office is a great place to be. Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:32] - Just about everyone has stories about difficult people at work, but getting along is esse...