How do you expand your productivity as an owner or CEO? Should you hire another executive leader...or is there a better way to get more done and reach greater profitability? Do you know why you're bored in your role? Or maybe you're stressed in your role and facing burn-out? Have you clarified if you're a Designer-Developer OR a Developer-Stabilize…

Are you a wired as a DESIGNER, a DEVELOPER, or a STABILIZER? Are you an ORIGINAL CREATIVE or an ADAPTIVE CREATIVE? Are you GOAL oriented, RESULT oriented, or CONTROL oriented? What causes you to approach burnout as a leader? Do you understand these dynamics in each of your key leadership team members...and how those dynamics interplay with one anot…

Where has the confidence gone? Why am I feeling so out-of-sync with my leadership team? How do I get back on track and find some sort of rhythm in my leadership role? All leaders struggle through these questions periodically...and we all need wisdom to find healthy ways to get back on the right path in our leadership journey. On this episode, Ken P…

Maybe you're facing difficult decisions, swimming in ALL of the possibilities and potential outcomes of those pending decisions? Maybe you're in the early years of a new position and attempting to make changes and need wisdom in that process? We all face unending decisions in business leadership and this podcast episode is for you! On this episode,…

What opportunities are slipping through your fingers that could be used for God? When we hear the founder of a bank in Oklahoma talk about establishing a "what's it" in his office to initiate conversations about his faith, and how he was so intentional with building healthy relationships with employees, and his committed to developing a consistent …

Is the reason our culture is generally not interested in Jesus really about Jesus or more about us, as His representatives in the world? On this episode, Ken Powell host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast pulls an International Conference message from the archives that features Ross Alan Hill, founder of Bank2 (Oklahoma City) where he remained at…

He chose us to deliver His message...to be Psalm 128 leaders...to transform society through leadership that is marked by integrity and biblical stewardship of all that God has entrusted to us. On this episode, Ken Powell host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast pulls an International Conference message from the archives that features Pat Gelsinger…

There aren't many people on the planet today who can make a claim like Pat Gelsinger when it comes to potential impact through his God-given role, talent, and opportunity to influence nearly every person on earth through technology. On this episode, Ken Powell host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast pulls an International Conference message from …

If you're swimming in the turbulent waters of power and greed, obsessed with success - there is hope! God rescued Mark Whitacre - and it came through an incredibly difficult season of life…but Mark wouldn't change anything about the many years he spent in prison, as it led him into a right relationship with Almighty God. On this episode, Ken Powell…

This is one of those messages that is sometimes a little hard to hear - the fact that we might not experience revival…that God might, in fact, intend for our nation to experience extreme hardship for the sake of holiness and a process of purification. Now, none of us want that and hopefully we're all praying that we experience profound blessing fro…

People will lie to you, and you will knowingly deceive other people. Maybe even pastors lie to you at times, because they too are fallible and prone to a scarcity mindset, sometimes lacking trust in God's ability to provide…people will tell you what you want to hear…there can be so much favoritism in the Church - especially for successful business …

There is so much FOMO in our society and an overwhelming sense of pressure to discover our passion (our calling) and not missing out on achieving world-changing success…to the point that we can get stuck and afraid to take any action. On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast serves up a message from Liz Bohannon when s…

Can someone launch a business with no business plan, no business experience, and no business education and actually succeed in business...YES! And not only that, through dependence on God, she's become one of the world's leading franchise business owners. Auntie Anne's Pretzels is a business success story of epic proportions. On this episode, Ken P…

How do you define your purpose? How do you define success? Anne Beiler's story is filled with many twists and turns on her journey to what the world would define as success as the founder of Auntie Anne's Pretzels - one of the most successful franchise operations in the world with over 1,200 stores worldwide. On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FC…

A recent report from George Barna and Arizona Christian University's Cultural Research Center indicates that only 44% of evangelical believers view obedience to God as a best indicator of a successful life. Ronald Blue shares a statement that 95% of believers who face the test of persecution pass it, while 95% who face the test of prosperity fail. …

To live "careless in the care of God"…that phrase should make you stop and think…and maybe wonder where Ronald Blue came up with such a statement…and it comes straight out of Jesus' words in the Sermon on the Mount in the book of Matthew. On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast kicks off a 2-part series from the FCCI …

On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast continues with part 2 of a series from Daniel Harkavy, CEO of Building Champions. Watch this episode on YouTube HERE. Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024. Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNEC…

As Christian business leaders, we all want to have a positive impact on our society, our churches, our families, our companies…and in this episode Daniel Harkavy will deliver the core components of achieving those transformational goals…and it begins with taking care of our own leadership growth and personal spiritual health. On this episode, Ken P…

Can people look at your life and see the fingerprint of God - not as a result of success, but as a result of surrender? On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast wraps up a series from Verla Gillmor Wallace entitled, "The Principles of Godly Success". Watch this episode on YouTube HERE. Register soon for the FCCI Intern…

Reflecting, abiding, resting, waiting on God…that often seems to fly in the face of action-oriented leadership. And, sometimes we need a healthy reminder that we must be willing to surrender our agenda and come into a state of trust and dependence on God for His plan to be evident. On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podc…

Our society is overloaded with messaging like "the sky's the limit" and "you control your own destiny". And while it is possible to achieve at such a high level and claim that we accomplished that through our own effort - at what cost to our spiritual well-being and the lives of those closest to us? On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathw…

Henry continues to provide a compelling framework to understand the "wake of a leader" as he unpacks the components that comprise a great leader's character that will leave behind a wake of outstanding results and healthy relationships. On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast continues with part two of a series from D…

We often talk about virtue as Christ followers but that can almost feel like there's a juxtaposition against our performance and productivity in business…but as Dr. Cloud will explain, nothing could be further from the truth. Listen as Henry unpacks the meaning of virtue as a force that is defined through productivity, results and god-honoring rela…

You can hear the emotion in Peter's voice as he recalls that moment when the son of one of his employees came to him to thank him for providing life-changing services that had altered the direction of his dad's life. I have to agree with Peter, I can't imagine a greater outcome as the CEO of a company. That's eternal ROI as Peter will explain in th…

What might it take for God to get your attention? How about bullets spraying through your car from a machine gun...and yet, you walk away unscathed? That's a testimony you'll hear about on this episode, but everyone's journey is unique and God brings circumstances into our lives to guide and direct us into His divine calling for our lives. On this …

Life now is preparation for eternity…and Rick Warren reminds us that we have the example of Jesus' temptations and how he overcame because His eyes were fixed on eternal values and eternal purpose. On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast continues with part 2 of a series with world renowned pastor and author, Rick War…

You were made by God and for God - and your life will make so much more sense when you apply that basic principle in all arenas…especially in your business practice. Here at FCCI, we are committed to coming alongside Christian business owners and leaders to inspire and equip transformational leadership activity that will advance the Kingdom through…

How do you differentiate yourself as a business that is operated for Kingdom oriented goals from one that isn't? How will your business actively engage in KPI's with eternal consequence - the Kingdom Performance Indicators - which may reflect the same work effort but be transformative due to your motivation, your "why"? On this episode, Ken Powell,…

Divinely orchestrated goals achieved by divinely authorized means. The methodology that goes to reach the goal should be as godly as the goal you're trying to reach. God wants to be Lord over both means and ends…and as Tony has reminded us, that's how we are salt and light in our world today. On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to P…

Are you worth your salt? This episode provides a powerful encouragement for Christian leaders to carefully examine motivations and business orientation to confirm whether there is alignment with redemptive purposes for the sake of Christ and His Kingdom (and a reminder of the etymology of the phrase "he isn't worth his salt"). On this episode, Ken …

Pruning, none of us really enjoy the process of pruning but as Chris will point out in this podcast episode - it is often through the pruning experience that we learn to surrender everything to God and trust Him for both the provision in this moment and for the future outcome. On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast s…

"Folks, sometimes your faith is going to have to take other people to a place of faith...you've got to believe so much in your God that other people decide to give your God a chance." On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast is delivering a message from Dr. Richard Blackaby (President, Blackaby Ministries) on the topic…

"Elijah wasn't just saying, "do this". He was saying, "let me show you how to do this...I'm not going to talk to you about the power of God, I'm going to show you the power of God...and then you'll know!" I've found that great leadership is caught more than it's taught...to show them what it looks like to be a great leader." On this episode, Ken Po…

"Inspiring people to want to follow Jesus as fervently and joyfully as you are, to be so excited about being a disciple that they're going out and making disciples themselves...that was Jesus' strategy to turn the world upside down." On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast is kicking off part one of a message from Dr.…

"Strategic plans are birthed out of vision, but a great number of strategic plans never become reality...because they die on the operating table of people's lack of faith!" On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast is continuing a 5-part series with Chip Ingram, CEO and teaching pastor of Living On The Edge - an interna…

"Once you get desperately dependent, God is going to bring you to a crossroads in your life and He's going to ask you to step out based on His word, and His character, and His promises...and it will scare you to death!" On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast is continuing a 5-part series with Chip Ingram, CEO and tea…

God wants to do something profound IN YOU, before He does anything of consequence THROUGH YOU! On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast is continuing a 5-part series with Chip Ingram, CEO and teaching pastor of Living On The Edge - an international teaching and discipleship ministry. In part 3 of this series, Chip expl…

Ordinary people doing extraordinary things for God's glory...how does it happen? What does it take? On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast is continuing a 5-part series with Chip Ingram, CEO and teaching pastor of Living On The Edge - an international teaching and discipleship ministry. Chip digs into the first of fo…

Are you one of the select group of entrepreneurs and leaders that God wants to bless with the resources of His Kingdom? Would you like to be? On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast is launching a 5-part series with Chip Ingram, CEO and teaching pastor of Living On The Edge - an international teaching and discipleship…

The testimony of Stanley Tam, Founder of US Plastics Corp is truly inspiring - not only growing multiple successful businesses, but also determining early on to surrender all of his efforts to the Lord! On this episode, podcast host, Ken Powell delivers part two this message out of the FCCI archives. You'll hear about Stanley's desire to serve God …

Nothing motivates us more than hearing real-life stories of success from those who have been "in the trenches" of business! On this episode, podcast host, Ken Powell delivers content from the FCCI archives as he shares a 2-part series featuring Stanley Tam, Founder of US Plastics Corp. You'll hear how Stanley gave his business over to God and how t…

Studies have shown that not feeling appreciated at work is 3 times more likely to predict employee attrition than issues with compensation! Podcast host, Ken Powell welcomes Dr. Paul White as he shares the languages of appreciation and how to transform workplace culture and retain employees through appreciation at work. Here is a link to Dr. Paul W…

When we're called to "love our neighbor", does that apply to our business competitors? Or is it okay to just love those who help us succeed in business? How should we define "our neighbor" as a Christian business leader? Podcast host, Ken Powell welcomes Dr. Hannah Stolze, Endowed Chair in supply chain management at Baylor University's Hankamer Sch…

Is there a difference between leading a company to achieve personal success and leading for Kingdom purposes? On this episode, podcast host, Ken Powell serves up content from Mike Blackaby as he provides a biblical perspective on leading our companies well. Mike Blackaby is a church planter on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and pastor of Canva…

It's so easy to slip into a performance mindset where our team members become little more than a means to an end. Keeping a "treasures, not tools" perspective on those we lead can prove challenging. But wrestling through that challenge toward an attitude of humility as we serve others can result in some of the most impactful opportunities to repres…

Family can be the pressure cooker of leadership development. Our families often see a business leader who is exhausted, frustrated, and struggling to balance the demands of business and home life. And it's in those moments that we must learn to depend on the grace of God to extend through us His patience, kindness, gentleness, and self-control. On …

Leaders are called to lead. What happens when you struggle to lead the next generation? Why are Millennials and Gen Z so difficult to understand? What makes them so different? What if the difference are less than you imagine? Podcast host, Ken Powell serves up content from Nelson Davis. Nelson is the Founder and Chief Vizion Officer of Analytic Viz…

Speaking at the recent FCCI International Conference, Ken Boa and Russ Crosson covered a wealth of informative topics, including an explanation of tithing from the OT that reflects a generosity model of over 30% (we've all heard 10% most of our lives, right?)...but don't let that run you off, seriously, you don't want to miss the incredible insight…

Podcast host, Ken Powell spins up content from the 2023 FCCI International Conference on this episode with a keynote presentation from John and Ashely Marsh, Owners of Marsh Collective and hosts of the Redemptification Podcast. Access the FREE FCCI Conference Video Showcase by registering HERE. Learn more about the Redemptification Podcast HERE. Wa…

Bruce Wilkinson founded Teach Every Nation (TEN) in 2013 as the culmination of four decades of 'best practices' learned from his teaching, training, and international leadership and ministry. TEN exists to grow Christianity in every nation as quickly and as effectively as possible, training others by using technology to deliver courses at thousands…