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EP30: Elisabeth Brown, CEO of Cultivate & Co Consulting | "Faith & Purpose"
Elisabeth Brown shares her journey of growing and balancing faith, family, and a diverse career while emphasizing the importance of purpose, trust in God, and intentional living. Discover practical insights on how faith guides her decisions, maintains peace amidst chaos, and fosters meaningful connections.
Keywords:
faith, purpose, work-life balance, leadership, community, trust in God, intentional living, career, family, personal growth
Key Topics:
Faith as the foundation of decision-makingTrust in God during career and personal challengesThe importance of community and connectionLiving intentionally and finding purpose in chaos
Sound Bites:
"I step through doors until God shuts them.""Control what you can, trust God with the rest.""Shiny things aren’t always good for you."
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Elisabeth Brown02:23 The Foundation of Faith and Family06:30 Navigating Life's Challenges with Faith14:40 Career Journey: From Teaching to Consulting21:38 Building a Business Amidst Life's Chaos26:34 Current Life and Managing Stress34:38 Advice for the Future: Trusting the Process
Resources:
CultivateAndCoConsulting.com - https://cultivateandcoconsulting.com
Elisabeth Brown on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabeth-brown-b61ab765/
11 Feb 2026
EP29: Clarence Bongalos, Founder & CEO of The Maur Company & Emppowered | "C-Suite -> Founder"
In this conversation, Kasey Devine and Clarence Bongalos explore Clarence's journey from a C-suite executive to an entrepreneur, discussing the impact of parenthood on his career choices, the importance of finding purpose, and the courage to take risks. Clarence shares insights on how his experiences shaped his desire to help others and the significance of mentorship in navigating career transitions. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-discovery and the role of community in pursuing one's passions.
Connect with Clarence: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarencebongalos/
Keywords: entrepreneurship, personal growth, parenthood, career transition, coaching, business, self-discovery, purpose, risk-taking, mentorship
Takeaways:
-Clarence emphasizes the importance of sharing personal stories to help others.-He reflects on the misalignment he felt in his C-suite role, prompting his transition to entrepreneurship.-Parenthood significantly changed Clarence's perspective on life and career.-He believes that becoming a parent brings a new sense of purpose and urgency to one's life.-Clarence encourages listeners to embrace their true selves and not to wear masks in their professional lives.-He highlights the importance of having a support system when navigating career transitions.-Clarence's journey illustrates the value of taking risks and being open to failure.-He stresses that understanding one's purpose is crucial for personal and professional fulfillment.-Clarence's businesses focus on helping others achieve growth and transformation.-He advocates for mentorship as a valuable resource for personal development.
Sound bites:
"I want to help those people.""I became more fearless.""It's not about the passions, right?"
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Clarence Bongalos02:01 The Journey to Entrepreneurship10:08 The Impact of Fatherhood on Career Choices18:16 Finding Purpose and Taking Risks28:36 Manifesting Ideas into Reality38:17 Reflections and Advice for Future Entrepreneurs
10 Nov 2025
EP28: Drew Keith, President, Founder Programs at Open Access Ventures | "Purpose"
In this conversation, Drew Keith discusses the concept of finding one's purpose by exploring the intersection of personal passions, societal needs, potential for income, and individual expertise. He emphasizes the importance of identifying these elements to create a fulfilling life and career.
Keywords: purpose, passion, mission, calling, expertise, personal development, self-discovery, motivation, empowerment, career fulfillment
Takeaways
It's the collision of what you love, what the world needs.What you can be paid for and what you're good at.Build a circle of who you are and your purpose.Your passion, mission, calling, and expertise intersect.Finding purpose leads to a path of fulfillment.Empowering and motivating others is a key aspect of purpose.Self-discovery is essential in identifying your purpose.Visual diagrams can help clarify your purpose.Understanding societal needs can guide your career choices.Purposefulness is a journey of exploration and growth.
Sound bites
"It's the collision of what you love.""What the world actually needs is another factor.""Lead to a path of purposefulness."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Passion and Purpose00:45 Getting Paid for What You Love
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