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What a SALE Really Means

March 14, 2012 by Leave a Comment

I'm fascinated by the words and images we use to promote our programs and services. That's what I'm exploring in this week's series. I was pleased when I stumbled upon this video clip of Michel A. Bell, author of Managing God's Money, as he was interviewed on Full Circle. Watch the video clip below to find out what Michel says a S.A.L.E. really is. (reading this through email? click here to see the video.) Ask yourself if this is something that happens to you or your clients. If … [Read more...]

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The 4 Ways Witchcraft is Showing Up in Your Business, Part 1

March 13, 2012 by Leave a Comment

King Saul was Israel's first king. He was selected by God to serve Israel because King Saul was one of the tallest men in all of Israel (1 Samuel 9:1). Despite starting out honoring God (and winning a few battles), King Saul started to trust his own strength and his own might. His arrogance rubbed God the wrong way and God removed the kingship from King Saul and his descendants and anointed another man, David. In 1 Chronicles 10:13, it's clear that God removed his favour from King Saul due … [Read more...]

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The 4 Step Formula to Break Free of Idols in Your Business

March 3, 2012 by 2 Comments

In this series on entrepreneurial idols, I shared one of my own, then shared the 6 common idols that entrepreneurs face. If you've identified an idol in your business, here's my suggestion on how to break through it. I used this in my own life to help put God first. This is based on the 4 R's. Step #1 - Reveal Awareness is the first step and you need to uncover what idols you're currently worshipping. This blog post may have helped make you aware, but now it's time to ask yourself … [Read more...]

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The 6 Most Common Idols Entrepreneurs Face

February 28, 2012 by 2 Comments

When I speak to people about the prospects of self-employment, they cite a desire to control their own future, get recognized for their own efforts and provide financial security as reasons why they want to start a business. Sadly, it's these very desires that can turn into idols. In his book Counterfeit Gods: The Empty Promises of Money, Sex, and Power, and the Only Hope that Matters, Timothy Keller gives a definition of what an idol is: "An idol is something that we look to for things … [Read more...]

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Breaking Through Idols In Your Business

February 27, 2012 by 4 Comments

I was wondering why things just weren't working for me in my business. I was mired with an inconsistent cash flow, attracting prospects that drained me and operated a business model that left me feeling unfulfilled. That's when God revealed to me what was holding me back. In the video below, I share why you don't need to invest in another blueprint, secret or guru until you first identify the idols in your business. What are the idols holding you back in your business? (If you're … [Read more...]

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