Life is full of seasons.  The current season we are in, here in Central Virginia, is summertime. I love summertime.  It is a season to relax, have fun, spend time with family & friends, and enjoy the outdoors. But, like every season, even good seasons, it is going to change... Our lives are the same way.  Therefore, it is time for the season of my life as the host of the Small Business Revival Podcast to change.  It has been a great ride.  I look forward to hosting a new podcast in the future and I thank all of the guests and listeners who have made this show great. Click on the link below to listen to the last episode for all the details. I will be blogging here at www.BrianMininger.com this summer during my season of rest.  I .look forward to continuing to connect.  I will also be on www.Twitter.com/BrianMininger God Bless, Brian The post 54: Small Business Revival Podcast – Final Episode appeared first on .

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54: Small Business Revival Podcast – Final Episode

Podcast - Show Notes Have you ever felt alone in the fight?  As Entrepreneurs, it is easy to get so busy and focused on our goals that we don't cultivate relationship. The result is a lonely, vulnerable place.  If you choose to stay in that place, you will find your success and impact limited. [Tweet ""You find your calling when you find your family" - @caleb_campbell"] However, you have a choice.  You can take action, invest in relationships and change your destiny. Here is what Solomon had to say about community. "This is the case of a man who is all alone, without a child or a brother, yet who works hard to gain as much wealth as he can. But then he asks himself, “Who am I working for? Why am I giving up so much pleasure now?” It is all so meaningless and depressing. Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble. Likewise, two people lying close together can keep each other warm. But how can one be warm alone? A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken." 5 Benefits of Community to the Entrepreneur Someone to share success with Help when you fall Keep your hope in face of opposition Conquer the enemy Makes you stronger Complete Show Notes with Clickable Links at www.BrianMininger.com/sbr53 The post 53: 5 Benefits of Community for the Entrepreneur appeared first on .

53: 5 Benefits of Community for the Entrepreneur

Do you want to do something great and make a difference with your life? If you do... then you need to understand the lessons of the Parable of the Sower.  The potential for the impact that we want to have with our lives is contained in the "seed."  That seed is our message. Whether you are a non-profit leader, sales professional or small business owner, you have a message to get out.  Often times we get discouraged about the lack of results we see from sowing our seed. However, if we will understand the Truth contained in the Parable of the Sower, we will have the tools necessary to be successful even when we face struggle. Then, You will be able to reap a mighty harvest! Click on the player below to listen to this weeks podcast. Brian The post 52: The Parable of the Sower appeared first on .

52: The Parable of the Sower

Sometimes less is more. As a driven "type A" personality... this is hard for me to admit.  However, over time I am learning how to give myself time and space to think.  Every time I take time to evaluate my life I realize that there are ways I can do less, do it better and make a greater impact. Our lives are constantly filled with new things.  Do you need to consider doing some "pruning" in your life and focus on less so that you can have a greater impact? Simplicity is powerful!  Why are we so good at making things complex?  These are the questions I am asking myself as I "prune" my life. In today's show I share how this thought process is impacting the future of the Small Business Revival Podcast.  As a result of examining how, " less could be more,"  I have come to the following conclusions. I will produce 1 show a week instead of 3.  I want to produce a show that is well done.  I am only able to do that if I produce less shows. I am going to launch a new show that focuses on a smaller audience.... Christians who want to build the Kingdom of God through entrepreneurship, social initiatives, and ministry. These conclusions have led me to the decision to cease production of the Small Business Revival Podcast and launch a new show.  With that decision comes the need for a new title.  Here are 4 options I am considering.  What are your thoughts? Potential New Podcast Show Titles The Brian Mininger Show Biblical Entrepreneurship Podcast The Word for World-changers Show The Solomon Effect Podcast Share your thoughts or suggestions in the comments or on social media. God Bless, Brian   The post 51: Podcast Show Update 3 – Pursuing Less but Better appeared first on .

51: Podcast Show Update 3 – Pursuing Less but Better

Good Morning! On today's podcast I give a little bit of an update on my thoughts for the podcast as we go forward.  And, I share with you about our Families Saturday journey through the small business landscape of Nelson County, Virginia. We had an awesome day! It was so much fun and we saw some great places, and met some great people.  (I shared some videos along the way on Facebook) Here are some of the places that we stopped. The Batesville Market - Batesville, VA Nelson Farmers Market - Nellysford, VA North Garden Equestrian Center - North Garden, VA Bonus :) Sweet Streets Ice Cream Truck - Stuarts Draft, VA (My Friends New Business) Family Businesses we purchased from... Ula Tortilla - Nelson Co. VA Double H Farm - Nelson Co. VA Miller Bake Shoppe - Stuarts Draft, VA I encourage you to take your own local small business journey... and let me know what great places that you find.   Brian     The post 50: Podcast Show Update 2 & Our Saturday Small Business Journey appeared first on .

50: Podcast Show Update 2 & Our Saturday Small Business Journey

All of life has seasons... For the last 3 1/2 months I have been in a season of working very hard to publish the Small Business Revival Podcast 3 times a week. It is time for a season of rest, evaluation and reflection.  Therefore, over the next few weeks I am not going to publish the regular episodes. Instead, I am going to share with you updates as I go on this journey.  These updates will be more impromptu and recorded on my iPhone as I have time.  I am also going to focus on investing energy in the needs of my family during this time of relocating. Thank you so much for your listener-ship.  I truly appreciate your support.  During this season I would love to hear from you.  My desire is to serve you.  If you have suggestions, questions, or feedback on the show please email me by clicking here. "For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven. A time to be born and a time to die. A time to plant and a time to harvest. A time to kill and a time to heal. A time to tear down and a time to build up. A time to cry and a time to laugh. A time to grieve and a time to dance. A time to scatter stones and a time to gather stones. A time to embrace and a time to turn away. A time to search and a time to quit searching. A time to keep and a time to throw away. A time to tear and a time to mend. A time to be quiet and a time to speak. A time to love and a time to hate. A time for war and a time for peace." Solomon  (Ecclesiates 3:1-8) https://youtu.be/_jNkdMPnBzU   To get the complete update on the Small Business Revival Podcast, listen to today's episode below. The post 49: Small Business Revival Podcast Update appeared first on .

49: Small Business Revival Podcast Update

Today's show is a rebroadcast of my appearance on the Vince Carter's podcast, 'Bootstrapping It.' {Key Takeaway Notes taken from www.BootstrappingIt.com/?p=210} Key Takeaways Sometimes to move forward we have to move backward. Lessons learned: Risk of leverage – This risk can be minimized by taking a cyclical instead of straight-line approach to growth Risk of not concentrating on core business Pay attention to being in the right place and the right market delivering the right thing As a result of this experience, Brian is committed to bootstrapping his future business endeavors. His current focus is business consulting. His advice for aspiring bootstrappers looking to start a business: Find your passion (the right niche). Once you find that passion: Go after it. Be persistent!  Tweetable Quotes [Tweet "Find your passion (the right niche). Go after it. Be Persistent!"] [Tweet "Sometimes to move forward we have to move backward."] [Tweet "Pay attention to being in the right place and the right market delivering the right thing"] Resources Advocare Bootstrapping It For complete show notes and clickable links go to www.BrianMininger.com/SBR46 The post 46: Bootstrapping It w/ Vince Carter appeared first on .

46: Bootstrapping It w/ Vince Carter

Today's show is featuring John Rinehart, author of Gospel Patrons, as he speaks at the 2014 Generous Giving Conference.  "JOHN RINEHART is a California-based writer and speaker with a degree in business from Biola University and a M.Div from Talbot School of Theology. In 2009 John and his wife set off on a 5-month trip around the world to become globally-minded Christians. Their adventure led to the unexpected discovery of the beautiful part businesspeople can play in advancing God’s kingdom. Since then the message of Gospel Patrons has spread to business and ministry leaders around the world, helping them become radically generous and personally involved in the work of God. John currently speaks at a variety of events, conferences, and churches each year about the greatness of God and the part we can all play in the Great Commission." Key Takeaways When God raises up a preacher or a missionary, He also raises up a patron. What would've happened if the patron hadn't said. "Get to work Tindell." God has a part for all of us to play. Whether it is behind the scenes or up on stage, a generational impact happens when we choose to give and nurture our talents for the good of those around us. Tweetable Quotes [Tweet "When God raises up a preacher or a missionary, He also raises up a patron. @johnrinehart34"] [Tweet "What would've happened if the patron hadn't said. "Get to work Tindell." @johnrinehart34"] [Tweet " Whether it is behind the scenes or up on stage, a generational impact happens when we choose to give and nurture our talents for the good of those around us. @johnrinehart34"] Resources Gospel Patronage Gospel Patrons {Book} Bluehost Webhosting For complete show notes and clickable links go to www.BrianMininger.com/SBR45 The post 45: Gospel Patronage w/ John Rinehart appeared first on .

45: Gospel Patronage w/ John Rinehart

Today's rebroadcast is featuring my appearance on "Remember the Gospel" Podcast. "Brian Mininger is an entrepreneur with a passion for the Gospel. With his podcast “Small Business Revival” and his blog at brianmininger.com, he helps business owners understand Biblical Entrepreneurship." ~Remember the Gospel Key Takeaways Figuring out our dream is like peeling off the layers. As we get closer to who God has created us to be, our impact grows.  Take your walking, breathing, living life and give it to God to use for the furthering of His kingdom. {Romans 12:1} Earning a profit is a Godly pursuit, if you are using it to impact others. Tweetable Quotes [Tweet "Figuring out our dream is like peeling off the layers."] [Tweet "As we get closer to who God has created us to be, our impact grows."] [Tweet "Take your walking, breathing, living life and give it to God to use for the furthering of His kingdom. {Romans 12:1}"] [Tweet "Earning a profit is a Godly pursuit, if you are using it to impact others."] Resources Go to "Remember the Gospel's" Site to also listen to the show. Advocare Audible.com Mark 12:28-31 For complete show notes and clickable links go to www.BrianMininger.com/SBR44 The post 44: My Faith Journey w/ Chad Eddy of the Remember the Gospel Podcast appeared first on .

44: My Faith Journey w/ Chad Eddy of the Remember the Gospel Podcast

Today's show (and the next couple of shows) is going to be a little different. As most of you know my family and I are in the process of moving. In order to free up some time for myself but still give you all quality content I am going to be sharing multiple podcast shows that I have been featured on. For Today's show I will be speaking over on Gregg Hyatt's podcast WPTNT. Is It Possible To Have Faith In Action In Your Business? Absolutely.  On today’s episode, I was able to conduct an interview with Brian Mininger from brianmininger.com and we share a wonderful time exploring how to incorporate faith-based values into your business model. Listen in as I explore how Brian incorporates faith into his business model and how he go to where he is today as a successful business coach and consultant.  It’s all right here on WP TNT. - See more on Greg Hyatt's site Key Takeaways Really connecting with your clients is the key, it's not just your faith. Are we committed to serving our clients in such a way that we deliver more value than what they pay us? It's not so much about what we charge, it's about what we deliver. The key is building residual. It takes time, though, so you must also do things that pay today. "If you desire a balance it's going to be a struggle." Always talk about your schedule and go through it with your spouse. Honor their opinions and suggestions.  Tweetable Quotes [Tweet "It's not so much about what we charge, it's about what we deliver. @ghyatt_wpdev"] [Tweet "Are we committed to serving our clients in such a way that we deliver more value than what they pay us? @ghyatt_wpdev"] [Tweet "The key is building residual. It takes time, though, so you must also do things that pay today. @ghyatt_wpdev "] [Tweet "If you desire a balance it's going to be a struggle. @ghyatt_wpdev"]  Resources Visit Greg Hyatt's Site to also listen to the show. LeadPages The post 43: Faith in Action w/ Greg Hyatt of the WP-TNT Podcast appeared first on .

43: Faith in Action w/ Greg Hyatt of the WP-TNT Podcast

Today's Guest is Kevin J. Donaldson of Real Wealth Solutions (Mastermind Group) and author of "10 Secrets of the New Rich." "My name is Kevin Donaldson. I'm an entrepreneur, author, and business coach. I build businesses, and I build people, for a living. There's no question that life is tough. And when challenges come your way, there's always an excuse to quit. I've been there myself--I had a rough home life, I was a poor student, and my marriage only lasted four years. And to top it all off, my first business venture plunged me into $1.2 million in debt. But despite the challenges I faced, I was determined to succeed. And after decades of hard work and learning, I'm proud to say that I've broken through adversity and now enjoy a successful career. I'm a successful Internet marketer, e-book and article writer, and network marketing business coach. And now, my goal in life is to teach as many people as I can how to turn their challenges into their own stepping stones to success. Add me to your circles and let me share with you the wisdom I've gleaned from decades of adversity." Biblical Entrepreneurship "To acquire wisdom is to love yourself; people who cherish understanding will prosper." ~ Proverbs 19:8 Key Takeaways You need to know how to get along with people. You need to know how to communicate with others. "We have to move from trading time for money to leveraging our time and using our money to work for us." Set up systems so that you can make money even when you are asleep. You need to know who YOU are. Protect what goes into your mind and clean out the old things that don't serve you. Mindset is everything. Get out and be around like minded people. Take an action today. You always want to leave the scene of inspiration with a plan to take action. "Always put people over profits." "In life you really get what you want but you will always get what your committed to." Tweetable Quotes [Tweet "You need to know how to get along with people. You need to know how to communicate with others. @KevinJDonaldson"] [Tweet "Set up systems so that you can make money even when you are asleep. @KevinJDonaldson"] [Tweet "You need to know who YOU are. Protect what goes into your mind and clean out the old things that don't serve you. @KevinJDonaldson"] [Tweet "Mindset is everything. @KevinJDonaldson"] [Tweet "You always want to leave the scene of inspiration with a plan to take action. @KevinJDonaldson"] [Tweet ""In life you really get what you want but you will always get what your committed to." @KevinJDonaldson"] Resources Manage your energy and perform at a peak level with Spark and Slam from Advocare 10 Secrets of the New Rich: How To Join The World's New Breed Of Millionaires KevinJDonaldson.com For complete show notes and clickable links go to www.BrianMininger.com/SBR42 The post 42: Secrets of the New Rich w/ Kevin J Donaldson appeared first on .

42: Secrets of the New Rich w/ Kevin J Donaldson

Today's Guest is Bob Fraser of BusinessGrowthCoach.org "When I was a teenager I wanted to be a teacher, that was my passion.  I didn’t follow my passion until I was 38 years old. From the age of 16-38 I had over 25 different jobs, not one of them was I passionate about. I returned to my passion at the age of 38 after an encounter with God. I went back to school and started a teaching career at the age of 43. I retired from classroom teaching 2012 and now I help others pursue their passion as a Life & Business Coach. It’s never too late to follow your dream, whether it be going back to school or starting your own business.   In my free time I like to fish from my kayak, I’m also a Kayak fishing guide where I live in Southwest Florida.  My wife and I also like to travel to different places." - Bob Key Takeaways It is never to late to re-start and pursue your calling. Retirement is a great time to start a business When you have a story that you just "have to tell" it is time to write your book. Getting the right help can move you toward your goals. You can create a life that you don't have to escape from and therefore you do not have to "Dread Mondays" Tweetable Quotes [Tweet "Today is the first day of the rest of your life, what are you going to do with it? @bobmfraser"] [Tweet "If you really want to do something, I believe you can do it! @bobmfraser"] [Tweet "What a shame if you don't have time to go fishing. @bobmfraser"] [Tweet "If you do what you love you will never have to work another day in your life. @bobmfraser"] Resources Bluehost Webhosting Bob's websites www.BusinessGrowthCoach.org and www.BobMFraser.com Bob on Twitter www.twitter.com/bobmfraser The Business Coach - Brad Sugars The 5 Secrets of a Phenomenal Business by Howard Partridge Time Trade www.timetrade.com Email Bob For complete show notes and clickable links go to www.BrianMininger.com/SBR41 The post 41: It’s Never to Late in Life to Start a Business w/ Bob Fraser appeared first on .

41: It’s Never to Late in Life to Start a Business w/ Bob Fraser

Biblical Entrepreneurship "But whenever someone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away. For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image." ~ 2 Corinthians 3:16-18 Key Takeaways Where the Spirit of the Lord is there is freedom. We don't have to live under bondage. There are practical things that we can do to manage the stress in our lives and live in freedom. We don't want to suppress our emotions. We want to harness and empower our emotions. 5 Ways to Handle Business Stress Harness your emotions. Manage your energy. Engage Relationships. Strengthen your spirit. Grow your skills. Tweetable Quotes [Tweet "Where the Spirit of the Lord is there is freedom. We don't have to live under bondage."] [Tweet "There are practical things that we can do to manage the stress in our lives and live in freedom."] [Tweet "We don't want to suppress our emotions. We want to harness and empower our emotions."]  Resources Ikthoos Advocare Evernote YouTube Videos Why Growing 10x is Easier Than Going 2x Strategic Coach Seth Godin TED Talk The Tribes We Lead For complete show notes and clickable links go to www.BrianMininger.com/SBR40 The post 40: Town Hall – 5 Ways to Manage Business Stress appeared first on .

40: Town Hall – 5 Ways to Manage Business Stress

Today's guest is Matt Miller of School Spirit Vending. "The School Spirit Vending concept was developed in July of 2007 by Matt Miller of Kingwood, TX. As a father of three, with years of expertise in both print media and vending, Matt was able to see school fundraising from a unique, outsider’s perspective. One day, after a child in the neighborhood came by the house selling items for his school’s fundraiser, Matt decided to create a business that would help schools and their clubs or organizations raise money more simply. Year-round, hassle-free fundraising with School Spirit Vending was born! The School Spirit Vending concept and its simplicity has caught on so quickly that schools all over the country are already benefitting from the program with great results!!" Biblical Entrepreneurship "For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost..."  ~ 2 Corinthians Rely on Him and not on your own strength. Key Takeaways Social Media IS very important. If you don't understand it do some research and ask questions. God has a plan. You must be willing to go through the rough times to come out victorious. Businesses do have tough moments. Embrace them because they will make your business stronger in the end. Tweetable Quotes [Tweet "Rely on Him and not on your own strength."] [Tweet "Social Media IS very important. If you don't understand it do some research and ask questions."] [Tweet "God has a plan. You must be willing to go through the rough times to come out victorious."] Resources Bluehost Webhosting School Spirit Vending For complete show notes and clickable links go to www.BrianMininger.com/SBR39 The post 39: Starting a Business from 1 Gumball Machine w/ Matt Miller appeared first on .

39: Starting a Business from 1 Gumball Machine w/ Matt Miller

Today's guest is LaShonda Delivuk of Life Focus Pictures. "Life Focus Pictures specializes in television commercials, educational DVDs (in both English & Spanish), and web videos for YouTube & website homepages. From the very beginning, the mission of Life Focus was to provide its clients with exceptional customer service while producing video content with a high-end cinematic aesthetic.  Our goal is to bring national-quality material to businesses both small and large.  In 2013, Life Focus Pictures received a nomination for the 2013 Emerging Small Business Award through the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce as well as a nomination for a Small Business Award through the Lynchburg Regional Chamber of Commerce.  Since 2011, LFP has served over 70 businesses nationwide producing video content for all needs ranging from broadcast commercials to vision videos for non-profits. Life Focus Pictures strives to not only produce quality work but have a positive impact on the community in which they live. They are active members of the Lynchburg Morning Rotary Club & the Lynchburg Regional Chamber of Commerce (CHAT Team & Minority/Women Owned Task Force). They volunteer their time helping non-profits and also speak to young entrepreneurs, middle & high school students." Biblical Entrepreneurship "When the ground soaks up the falling rain and bears a good crop for the farmer, it has God’s blessing. But if a field bears thorns and thistles, it is useless. The farmer will soon condemn that field and burn it." ~ Hebrews 6:7-8 Key Takeaways It's a great ideas to have a Financial Adviser when first starting off. When you are forced to make something work, you tend to become more creative. Don't make assumptions about your community. Get to know your community and how it works.  Make sure that you are constantly giving back to your community; thanking them for supporting you. Sometimes we have a scarcity mindset instead of an abundance mindset. Different is scary, but different can be a good thing. Never get too attached to your own ideas. John 15:5 Tweetable Quotes [Tweet "Don't make assumptions about your community. Get to know your community and how it works. "] [Tweet "When you are forced to make something work, you tend to become more creative."] [Tweet "Make sure that you are constantly giving back to your community; thanking them for supporting you."] [Tweet "Sometimes we have a scarcity mindset instead of an abundance mindset."] [Tweet "Different is scary, but different can be a good thing."] [Tweet "Never get too attached to your own ideas."] Resources Advocare {Spark & Slam} Life Focus Pictures It's Your Business: 183 Essential Tips that Will Transform Your Small Business - J.J. Ramberg For complete show notes and clickable links go to www.BrianMininger.com/SBR38 The post 38: Building a Business as a Married Team w/ LaShonda Delivuk appeared first on .

38: Building a Business as a Married Team w/ LaShonda Delivuk

Encouragement for the Christian Entrepreneur

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Small Business Revival w/ Brian Mininger

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