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Meet the Forrest Gump of Private Equity Brent Beshore + 12 Faith and Work Resources to Know

Check out my interview with Brent Beshore on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 225. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

BRENT BESHORE is founder and CEO of Permanent Equity, a buy and hold value based private equity firm based in Columbia, MO. Brent is a thought leader in the private equity and investment space, is the best-selling author of The Messy Marketplace, and helped start Capital Camp, one of the most influential global gatherings of finance and investment leaders, and Main Street Summit, both held in Columbia, MO. We discuss weight loss, fitness, leadership, why pride is devastating, long range private equity, living a redemptive life, the power of excellence and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CHURCH.TECH and OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD for being our trusted partners on this episode.

CHURCH.Tech

A powerful AI platform created by pastors with over 85 years of combined experience. Visit http://church.tech. Helping you prioritize ethical AI use and providing effective AI tools to streamline ministry tasks. In minutes, you can create and refine your sermon outline, develop small group study guides, prepare devotionals, and generate social media content. CHURCH.Tech lets your message reach further and is safe and responsible. Ready to save time? Visit http://CHURCH.Tech to learn more

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Join in on the Christmas shoebox campaign this fall! Operation Christmas Child has been reaching millions of children each year with the good news of Jesus Christ through simple shoebox gifts. Get involved at http://samaritanspurse.org/OCC. Even in the hardest to reach places of the world, churches are being planted and communities are transformed. You can pack a shoebox this year and reach a child with the good news of Jesus. National Collection Week is November 18-25. Build your shoebox and find everything you need to get started by visiting http://samaritanspurse.org/OCC.

12 Faith and Work Organizations/Resources to Know

 Life@Work

Kinsmen and the Kinsmen Journal – from Peter Ostapko and team

Faith Driven

C12 Business Forums

Steve Graves and Cornerstone Coaching

Work Matters 

CEO Forum 

Praxis

Kingdom Advisors

Center for Faith and Work – Redeemer City to City

Denver Institute for Faith and Work

Christian Leadership Alliance – Tami Heim is CEO

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Be Part of the Global Church Gathering with GATHER 25 Founder Jennie Allen

Check out my interview with Jennie Allen on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 224. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

JENNIE ALLEN is a best-selling author of multiple books, founder of IF: Gathering and host of the Made For This Podcast. Jennie is also the founder of GATHER25, a global gathering of the Church happening March 1, 2025. We discuss Gather25, leadership, vision and courage, keys for reaching young adults, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

And join in this week on Tuesday, September 17 and help spread the word about GATHER25 - visit the Gather25 website to join in.

Special thanks to KINSMEN JOURNAL and OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD for being our trusted partners on this episode.

KINSMEN JOURNAL

Join in with the Kinsmen Community! Kinsmen and the Kinsmen Journal is a one of a kind publication, content hub, and community for men. Kinsmen Journal is a leading voice in the conversation surrounding spiritual formation and marketplace integration for men. Visit http://kinsmen.org. Check out the FREE weekly newsletter as well as follow and subscribe to the FREE podcast titled Faith, Fatherhood and Work with Peter Ostapko, Kinsmen publisher and founder. A perfect fit for men’s small group discussion. Again, visit http://kinsmen.org to subscribe for FREE to their Podcast and newsletter.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Join in on the Christmas shoebox campaign this fall! Operation Christmas Child has been reaching millions of children each year with the good news of Jesus Christ through simple shoebox gifts. Get involved at http://samaritanspurse.org/OCC. Even in the hardest to reach places of the world, churches are being planted and communities are transformed. You can pack a shoebox this year and reach a child with the good news of Jesus. National Collection Week is November 18-25. Build your shoebox and find everything you need to get started by visiting http://samaritanspurse.org/OCC.

Top Weekly Leadership Links

Gather25

Help get the word out on September 17 about Gather25 - visit the Gather25 website

Unite US Movement – stadium gatherings on college campuses

Rules of engagement on a plane and what’s considered rude

bumping me going down the aisle, bringing food on the plane, stand up immediately, leaning your chair back, talking on your phone, no headphones and watching video, hogging the armrests, jumping forward rows when exiting the plane, jumping ahead of people, stretches in the aisle or bulkhead, removing your shoes, bringing a dog on board, leaving seat during turbulence, drunk fest

 How the most successful people structure their remote work day

6 traits of humble leaders – from Smartbrief

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Carlos Whittaker, Best-Selling Author and Hope Dealer + Top Weekly Leadership Links

Check out my interview with Carlos Whittaker on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 223. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

CARLOS WHITTAKER is a best-selling author of multiple books, including his latest Reconnected. He's also the leader of the InstaFamilia Instagram community, popular speaker, host of the Carlos Whittaker Podcast, avid pickle baller, and long time friend. We discuss his latest book project, the documentary, recommendations, how to navigate the election year, managing technology, making an impact, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CHURCH.TECH and CONVOY OF HOPE for being our trusted partnerd on this episode.

CHURCH.Tech

A powerful AI platform created by pastors with over 85 years of combined experience. Visit http://church.tech. Helping you prioritize ethical AI use and providing effective AI tools to streamline ministry tasks. In minutes, you can create and refine your sermon outline, develop small group study guides, prepare devotionals, and generate social media content. CHURCH.Tech lets your message reach further and is safe and responsible. Ready to save time? Visit http://CHURCH.Tech to learn more.

CONVOY OF HOPE

Donate to the ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to tornadoes in the US, still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. Along with earthquake and violence victims in the Middle East. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

Top Weekly Leadership Links

Chick-fil-A is launching a streaming service – from FOX News

 The new elevated Chick-fil-A opened on August 23 in Atlanta – from INC

The Squeeze Podcast – Tay and Taylor Lautner

Blue Thread – company started by Nate Rios with his 2 sons – creating custom suits

On the Edge: The Art of Risking Everything – book from Nate Silver

10X is easier than 2X – book from Dan Sullivan

Right Thing, Right Now - book from Ryan Holiday

Pro Am Podcast – Charlie Dawes, Tyler Reagin, Harrison Conley

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

August Top Ten Leadership List + Tech and Leadership with Praxis Partner Andy Crouch

It’s the August Top Ten Leadership List. See the list below.

And check out my interview with Andy Crouch on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 222. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Andy Crouch is partner of Culture and Theology at Praxis, a leading accelerator program for Christian entrepreneurs. Andy is the best-selling author of multiple books, including Culture Making, Tech Wise Family, Playing God and The Life We're Looking For. We discuss AI, aligning capital with vision, the power of community, making an impact, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CHURCH.TECH and KINSMEN JOURNAL for being our trusted partnerd on this episode.

CHURCH.Tech

A powerful AI platform created by pastors with over 85 years of combined experience. Visit http://church.tech. Helping you prioritize ethical AI use and providing effective AI tools to streamline ministry tasks. In minutes, you can create and refine your sermon outline, develop small group study guides, prepare devotionals, and generate social media content. CHURCH.Tech lets your message reach further and is safe and responsible. Ready to save time? Visit http://CHURCH.Tech to learn more.

KINSMEN JOURNAL

Join in with the Kinsmen Community! Kinsmen and the Kinsmen Journal is a one of a kind publication, content hub, and community for men. Centered on Faith, Fatherhood, and Work, Kinsmen Journal is a leading voice in the conversation surrounding spiritual formation and marketplace integration for men. Visit http://kinsmen.org. Check out the FREE weekly newsletter as well as the FREE podcast on Faith, Fatherhood and Work with publisher and founder Peter Ostapko. Again, visit http://kinsmen.org to subscribe for FREE to the weekly newsletter and access the incredible content and community.

August Top Ten Leadership List

Podcasts

Jamie Kern Lima Show

Ken Coleman Show – his interview with Mike Rowe specifically

Articles

100 thoughts from Matt Rutherford- on life and leadership – good stuff

101 Additional Pieces of Advice from Kevin Kelly – great stuff!

Books

The Art of Encouragement – Jordan Montgomery

What Happens Next: A Travelers Guide Through the End of this Age – Max Lucado –

Voices

Brian Pruett – social media influencer, fitness and health coach

Ashley Smith – NYC based manager of player engagement for the NFL, career and life coach, and part of Fount Church 

Music

Child of God - Forrest Frank

Sounds from the House Volume 1 – Jesus Culture

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Convoy of Hope Founder and CEO Hal Donaldson on What Really Matters + Top Leadership Links

Check out my interview with Hal Donaldson on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 221. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Hal Donaldson is the founder and CEO of Convoy of Hope, one of the largest and most influential Christian humanitarian organizations in America. Hal is a best-selling author of multiple books, including his most recent book What Really Matters. We discuss work life balance, putting family first, the power of prayer and priorities, lessons in leadership, and more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and HELP ONE NOW for being our trusted partnerd on this episode.

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Donate to the ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to tornadoes in the US, still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. Along with earthquake and violence victims in the Middle East. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate

HELP ONE NOW

Empowers families in developing countries through partnership with high-capacity leaders with proven solutions to end extreme poverty. Visit https://helponenow.org/thecircle. Get involved by joining The Circle, a growing network of people committed to ending extreme poverty through family empowerment. Your monthly recurring gift will send students to school, empower families to launch businesses and support the growth and impact of Help One Now. The Circle creates a sustainable pathway to break the cycle of poverty for generations to come! To learn more visit http://helponenow.org/thecircle.  

Top Leadership Links for this Week

Consumers Guide to Tipping – from Consumer Reports

Fortune 500 list is out for 2024- US has most companies represented

Millenials and Gen Z workers Communicate Differently – from Fast Company

The Refrigerator and How It’s Changed over the Years – from the New Yorker

The Martell Method Podcast – from Dan Martell

37 Pieces of Advice from Ryan Holiday

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.