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A podcast encouraging business owners, entrepreneurs and leaders to get their business into God's business, and to do business for more than just the bottom line. The podcast explores capital, leadership, generosity, work-life integration and societal transformation. Brett Johnson interviews leaders from around the world on topics including Web3, AI, kingdom economics and finding meaning at work in a post-pandemic era. -- Brett Johnson, brettjohnson.biz

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United States

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A podcast encouraging business owners, entrepreneurs and leaders to get their business into God's business, and to do business for more than just the bottom line. The podcast explores capital, leadership, generosity, work-life integration and societal transformation. Brett Johnson interviews leaders from around the world on topics including Web3, AI, kingdom economics and finding meaning at work in a post-pandemic era. -- Brett Johnson, brettjohnson.biz

Language:

English


Episodes

Thanksgiving with Brett Johnson

11/29/2023
In this episode, Brett delves into the benefits of celebrating Thanksgiving, and taking time to be thankful for what we have. He unpacks some of the powerful effects of being grateful for the people around us and the opportunities we have had. Some of the blessings of Thanksgiving include: * Taking our focus off of ourselves * Developing a positive outlook * Counting your blessings as opposed to your struggles * Re-establishing our priorities such as our relationships with one another * Looking back on wondrous things that have happened to you over the years * Stops us from holding onto offense Join in as Brett gives thanks this holiday season, and enjoy the episode! Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:23:01

Should you hire people to pray? with Brett Johnson

11/22/2023
In this episode, Brett dives into 5 simple truths we can use to impact our business world. Brett gives business leaders these 5 steps to use to bring marketplace impact in all areas of their business and life. Issues covered in this episode also include: * should we hire people to pray for our business? * Keeping our business practices set apart from others. * Finding out the Kingdom way of doing business * Resolving bad business relationships to release growth * Doing things differently than the rest of the world, even when it is hard. All this and more in this episode. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:31:12

Keep Going, Keep Sending with Brett Johnson

10/30/2023
Today Brett sits down to share stories of how ordinary people have turned business trips into mission trips and seen the lives and businesses of others change forever. Brett dives into how we can make our regular business or work trips into extraordinary experiences as we seek to engage with those with whom we do business. In this episode, Brett dives into: Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:42:25

The Season Changed & I Missed It with Brett Johnson

10/19/2023
Have you ever had a moment in which you woke up and realised you had missed something important? That something had changed and you had not been aware of it? Today Brett discusses one of those moments in his life. In this short, episode he touches on topics like capital in the early years of his marketplace ministry, how we can give generously to become Kingdom investments and how to transform society with a holistic view of capital that is not just financial in nature. If you would like access to the chapter Brett spoke about, you can follow this link: https://www.brettjohnson.biz/resources Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:20:18

A Knife-Edge in History with Brett Johnson

10/4/2023
Sometimes life can feel like a knife’s-edge. Things can very easily go well, but at the same time, they could go quite badly. While some things are getting better in the world, others are only getting worse. It appears as though the very foundations we know are crumbling beneath our feet, and what we once believed to be true is no longer relevant. In today’s episode, Brett sits down to unpack 10 key factors that can shift our perspective from an earthly one to an eternal one. These 10 factors will help us operate in a kingdom mindset, aiming towards a different goal, all of which seem contrary to the culture in our current world. Don’t forget to check out the latest blog “A Knife-Edge in History”. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:25:23

AI and LEMON Leadership: What will you ask AI? with Vernon Hyndman

9/13/2023
Vernon Hyndman is a versatile professional with a multifaceted career spanning biomedical engineering, entrepreneurship, and pastoral roles. With a doctorate in Ministry, Semiotics, and Future Studies from George Fox University and a master's in Entrepreneurial ministry from Tabor College, he's mastered the art of decoding cultural symbols and their impact on communication and can operate in the marketplace. Vernon's dynamic experiences reflect his commitment to innovation, personal growth, and making a positive impact. In this episode, Brett sits down with Vernon to discuss how people with different leadership styles can wield AI technology in the Web3 era. They examine how each of the LEMON Leadership styles; Luminaries, Entrepreneurs, Managers, Organisers, and Networkers, can each use AI to help them make a greater marketplace impact. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:01:02:00

The Good, The Bad and The Possible, with Elijah Low

8/2/2023
Elijah Low, the author of Amazon's best-selling book "Navigating AI with Faith," is an accomplished strategy consultant specializing in both the private and public sectors. He boasts a diverse client base spanning the United States, Australia, and Asia, where he offers astute strategy development guidance. Elijah's true passion lies in the transformation of cities and communities, where he focuses on enhancing residents' quality of life. This dedication led him to create a revolutionary economic growth model, playing a pivotal role in establishing a successful special economic zone. In this episode, Brett and Elijah discuss the future possibilities of Artificial Intelligence. From the possibilities for immense positive impact to the future dangers that may lie around the corner for this technology, they look at how AI could have a greater impact on the world than the creation of the internet. They also unpack how we can respond and engage with this emerging technology while navigating our ever-changing world. To buy a copy of Elijah’s book, follow this link. To join his Facebook group, click here. Follow his Instagram here. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:01:02:17

Mobile Home or Stepping Stone with Franco Perez

7/26/2023
Join Brett and Franco as they discuss a hugely misunderstood but powerful movement that has helped many become homeowners in recent years. Brett and Franco discuss mobile homes and the modern mobile-home market that has proven to be an affordable and achievable way for young and financially disenfranchised people to become homeowners. They discuss how the housing market prices put many young and middle-income people out of the option of buying their first home, but how mobile homes have become a modern and affordable stepping stone to becoming a homeowner and growing equity. Find Franco here: www.franco.tv Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:50:22

Repurposing Business in Germany with Jonathan Dubowy

7/19/2023
Jonathan Dubowy is divisional manager of a financial services company in Mannheim, Germany and founder and director of CKS Creative Kingdom Solutions, where he and his team help Kingdom Committed entrepreneurs (aka Kingdompreneurs) win on a personal, practical and spiritual level. Jonathan also went through the Repurposing Business training recently. In this episode, seats are switched and Jonathan interviews Brett on topics from work-faith-integration, how to reach convergence, the essential role of truth in transforming society and what advise Brett would give his 30-year-old self - and much more. You can find Jonathan at the following links: https://creative-kingdom-solutions.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-dubowy/ Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:01:11:21

Millennials Finding Hope in Today's World with Daniel Kwak

6/21/2023
In today's episode, Brett is joined by Daniel Kwak of The Kwak Brothers. The Kwak Brothers are entrepreneurs, real estate investors, mentors, and authors. Today you may find them on YouTube or on stage speaking to empower individuals in the world of real estate investing. Their mission in everything they do is to empower every American Family to have financial peace of mind! Brett and Daniel discuss the state of the modern marketplace, the hope for capitalism and business with a Kingdom-vision. They talk about how every business is a people business and bring to light the agenda of the world economic forum and the “Great Reset” and how we can navigate the coming economic future. Visit their website here: thekwakbrothers.com Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:01:00:49

United Kingdom Business with Peter Flynn and Amy Chanthapavong

5/31/2023
In today’s episode of the podcast, Brett is joined by Peter Flynn and Amy Chanthapavong to discuss four questions that will be unpacked at the United Kingdom Business weekend. The weekend will be taking place from the 22nd-25th of June in the UK. To find out more details and to register for the event, simply click the following link: brettjohnson.biz/united-kingdom-business Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:24:01

Friendship > Formulas with Brett Johnson

5/24/2023
Formulas and frameworks definitely have their place, but when life throws us a curveball, it's time to lean on our friendships and rely on the unwavering faithfulness of God. In this captivating podcast, Brett Johnson peels back the layers to reveal how Jesus defied all the conventional rules and leaned into the power of friendship. By delving into the heart of Jesus' relational approach, we discover timeless lessons that go beyond academic theories. Get ready to be inspired and encouraged to embrace the strength of friendship and the unyielding support of God, even in the face of life's biggest challenges. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:21:03

The Ethics of AI with Jason Fleagle

5/17/2023
Brett Johnson discusses Ethical AI with Jason Fleagle who has spent some years working in AI and Web3. Join them as they discuss having the right frameworks and filters for ethical AI such as Moral Rights, Justice, Common Good, Virtue, Care, Personal Identity, What is Truth, and more. Follow this link to visit Jason's site: https://thejasonfleagle.com/ Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:58:40

The 4 C's of Web3 with Natchi Lazarus

5/10/2023
Welcome to this exciting episode of our podcast, where Brett is joined by Natchi Lazarus. In this discussion, they explore the four imminent effects that Web3 will have on our world. Firstly, they delve into how Web3 technology gives creators control over their content, and enables them to monetize, organize, and store their creations independently. Secondly, they discuss how Web3 will revolutionize commerce, changing the way communities trade and do business independently. Thirdly, they explore how Christian communities can band together through their own crypto, NFTs, and DAOs to invest in, share with, and support each other. Lastly, they discuss how all of these advancements can open up opportunities for the advancement of God’s Kingdom in the new Web3 economic and digital era. Natchi, who has been on the edge of Web3 advancements, authored the book “The Connected Church”, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the discussion. So come join us and discover the secrets and opportunities of the Web3 world with Brett and Natchi on this engaging episode of our podcast. Follow this link to access Natchi's slides. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:59:32

Potential Impacts of Web3 with Roger Gauthier

3/31/2023
Roger Gauthier, branded as The Entrepreneurial Composer, has spent decades empowering communities using technology. He was a speaker at moderator at the Christians and Web3 conference in January 2023. In this episode, Brett Johnson and Roger brainstorm the potential impacts of Web3 technologies and economics on the future of communities, commerce, media, and politics. Roger's site: https://advancingthekingdomsvision.com/ Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:58:45

Unpacking Web3.0 with Peter Saddington

3/24/2023
Peter is the founder and head of StaaS Fund, a strategic growth fund for cryptocurrency mining, platforms, and DeFi/Web3.0. A digital entrepreneur for over 20 years, he shares his insights into the future of Web3.0. In this episode, we discuss Web1.0, 2.0, where we are now, and where we will go in the next iteration of the world wide web, Web3.0. Visit the StaaS website here: www.staas.fund Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:55:41

A Spiritual Audit of Ogranization Structures with Felicia Uhm Part 3

2/3/2023
For decades a group of business people have been crossing the globe to discover and implement eternal principles for business. These marketplace ministers have tried to grasp what it means to get business into God’s business. Not surprisingly, they've had supernatural encounters on this business / missions journey. In our last 2 episodes of the podcast we continued to chat more about rethinking organizations and looking at how the teachings of 1 Corinthians 12 apply to businesses today. In this episode, we discuss X-Ordinary, my book that shares the stories of ordinary people doing and seeing extraordinary things. Be sure to join in for this third and final installment of a spiritual audit of organization structures. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:42:44

A Spiritual Audit of Ogranization Structures with Felicia Uhm Part 2

1/27/2023
We often think of institutions or organizations as being redundant, but the complication is that we need structure and leadership. More often than not, we go towards business fads looking for these things. Scripture lays out clear patterns for us, but our problem lies in the fact that we read it and immediately put it into a Sunday category. What we haven't thought about is, "What does this look like in my business? Or my University? Or in whatever sphere of work we find ourselves?" In today's episode, Felicia and I continue to discuss my latest blog, Rethinking Organizations, where we chat more in-depth about the spiritual audit of organization structures. Read the blog here to follow along: https://www.brettjohnson.biz/blog/rethinking-organizations Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:41:15

A Spiritual Audit of Ogranization Structures with Felicia Uhm Part 1

1/23/2023
Felicia is on a mission to help other women Christianpreneurs like herself to build successful Kingdom businesses while growing a strong foundation in all areas of their lives - from body, mind, and soul. This holistic approach leads to a more authentic way of doing business and living a missional and transformative life. In today's episode, we sit down to chat in depth about my latest blog, Rethinking Organizations. Join us over the next few weeks as we begin to unpack the spiritual audit of organization structures. Read the blog here to follow along: https://www.brettjohnson.biz/blog/rethinking-organizations Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:40:10

Foundations of Freedom with Dave Dias

1/20/2023
Free social media isn’t free at all. If you’re not paying for the product then you ARE the product. Things like data extraction, censorship and de-platforming are all a foreshadowing of what’s to come. We need to be aware of what is going on around us and decide what we can do to change it. Dave has been instrumental in the marketplace, bringing people of faith together to think about important topics such as this one. A servant leader, entrepreneur, visionary, and Co-Founder of Foundations of Freedom, Dave seeks to see a place where people can share information with each other freely. Join us in this episode where we talk more about Foundations of Freedom and how our freedom is truly found in God. https://www.foundationsoffreedom.com/ Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

Duration:00:45:09