Pillars of Purpose

Franklin Scott (affectionately known as Slim) faithfully served college students for many decades, with nearly 3 decades as the Senior Campus Minister at UGA's BCM. Franklin has been Matthew's mentor since his time at UGA.Franklin and Matthew talk about:How did his faith journey begin. How his faith influences his decisions. His advice on building good habits and what he would encourage them to do...

Steve Beecham is an author, speaker, and business owner. He owns ⁠Home Town Mortgage⁠ . He discusses his business experience, referral marketing strategies, and speaking career to provide insights for entrepreneurs. Key Takeaways   - Referral-based businesses thrive on deep relationships; join multiple organizations to expand your network   - Provide value and "wow" experiences to generate recipro...

Brennon Touchet is the Discipleship Pastor at Galilee Christian Church in Jefferson, GA. He and his wife Heather live in the Jackson County area with their three girls. Brennon offers great insights into discipleship and building intimacy with God. Key Takeaways Brennon's faith journey was shaped by generational influence, starting with his grandfather's conversion Addressing sin directly and teac...

Rob Downey, founder of Simply Be Found , discusses his company and experience in the digital marketing industry. He discusses how Simply Be Found helps small businesses with listing management, social media marketing, and AI-powered SEO. Rob shares his background, including previously selling companies to venture capital groups and working in the franchise industry. Rob explains why small business...

Conduct a podcast interview with Cole Flanders for "The Family Table" series, discussing parenting and family life. Key Takeaways   - Cole emphasizes intentional parenting, focusing on instilling concepts rather than just rules   - The Flanders family prioritizes Sabbath-keeping as a key tradition to pass down   - Cole balances demanding work as a Chick-fil-A operator with intentional family time...

Interview with Joe Morgan on his entrepreneurial journey and business insights for Market Mavericks. He operates multiple businesses with a specialty in technology and patents. Key Takeaways   - Joe emphasizes the importance of business plans, even for experienced entrepreneurs   - Intellectual property and patents can be lucrative opportunities, often overlooked by many   - Maintaining work-life...

Special guest interview with Kevin Shaw for the "Belief Builders" podcast segment of Pillars of Purpose. Kevin and his wife Diana live in Atlanta and have three adult children and two children-in-laws. Kevin has experience as a business owner, investor, and currently is the CEO of a thriving retirement community in Atlanta, Georgia. He shares about his faith impacting every area of his life. Key T...

Former NFL Pro Bowl player Ovie Mughelli shares about his career journey, leadership lessons, and current work in healthcare advocacy. Key Takeaways   - Ovie's journey from underdog to NFL Pro Bowl fullback exemplifies perseverance and striving for excellence   - Leadership lessons learned from NFL teammates/coaches: lead by example, hold others accountable, be authentic   - Post-NFL, Ovie advocat...

Nathan Unger is the Associate Campus Pastor/Student Pastor at Bethlehem Church Oconee Campus. He and his wife, Anna of 9 years, have three wonderful boys at home with another one on the way! Key Takeaways   - Importance of balancing family traditions with flexibility and intentionality   - Value of allowing children to experience both success and failure to build resilience   - Significance of cel...

Scott Specker, owner of multiple businesses including Five Star Painting , Top Rated Gutters , and others, discusses his entrepreneurial journey and leadership insights. With over 18 years of experience in the consumer products industry, Scott has honed his skills as an International Sales and Marketing Professional. His deep understanding of consumer behavior has enabled him to successfully navig...

Doug Smith and his lovely wife Jenny of 32 years have two amazing children and two lovely children-in-laws. Doug is a long-time friend and mentor of Matthew’s and he serves on Matthew’s board of advisors. Pull up a chair to The Family Table and enjoy as Doug shares incredible wisdom for parents, couples, and individuals looking to deepen their family bonds! Key Takeaways   - Consistently affirm ch...

Andrew Spikes is the owner of Missio, a digital marketing agency whose mission is to glorify God with digital marketing. As a rapidly growing business (highest ranked Christian digital marketing agency two years running on the Inc 5000 list), Andrew shares powerful insights into building a team around culture and mission. You can learn more about Missio here and you can connect with Andrew on Link...

Justin Seibert is the Owner of Sign Bros in Athens, GA. He and his wife Allison live in Jefferson GA with their three boys. He is a faithful follower of Jesus Christ actively pursuing living a life on Mission. Justin offers great insight into being filled with Holy Spirit and how He can impact every area of our lives. Key Takeaways - Justin's faith journey evolved from a slow, steady climb to a tr...

Chris Hanks is the Founder of the Institute for Entrepreneurship . After various successful stints in developing entrepreneurship programs at colleges like The University of Georgia, Georgia State, and Kennesaw State, Chris is focused on developing the community within the Institute. You can connect with Chris through the Institute's website or via LinkedIn . Key Takeaways Chris is committed to bu...

Nick Vipperman is the Senior Pastor of Galilee Christian Church in Jefferson GA. Some of the Key Questions: * How did you discern God's call in your life? 8:10 * What practices/habits have been key in building your faith? 11:54 * What advice would you have for somebody who may be struggling in their faith? 16:12 * What is a way that you look to seek to pass on your faith to your children? 28:13 *...

Matthew Efird shares his journey from working at a pharmacy management company to becoming a business owner, investing in Mosquito Joe and Lighting Pros. He discusses the challenges and successes he faced in starting and growing these businesses, as well as the decision to create a franchise system to support other seasonal business owners. Matthew emphasizes the importance of being a good steward...

Matthew Efird introduces The Family Table podcast, which focuses on family values and experiences. He shares personal details about his family, including their traditions and the format of the podcast. He also discusses the core values and parenting strategies within his family, emphasizing the importance of respect, helping each other, responsibility, and independence. Additionally, he details th...

Matthew Efird introduces the Belief Builders podcast, which aims to explore individuals' spiritual journeys and the influence of faith on their lives. He shared his own faith journey, highlighting key moments that shaped his beliefs and strengthened his faith. Throughout the discussion, Matthew emphasizes the importance of seeking wisdom and inspiration from various sources to deepen one's...

Matthew Efird shares his motivation for starting the podcast, highlighting the insights he has gained from his board of advisors and his desire to continue exploring the three areas of faith, family, and finances. The podcast aims to provide practical advice, inspirational stories, and thought-provoking discussions to help listeners build a well-rounded perspective on living a life of meaning.

Matthew Efird introduces the Pillars of Purpose Podcast, which explores the core aspects of living a life with purpose through faith, family, and finances. The podcast features three main themes: Belief Builders, The Family Table, and Market Mavericks, each offering unique insights and advice for listeners.