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Young Christian Business Guy

By John Harrison

The show for Young Christian Business Guys. About Young Christian Business Guys. We talk sports. We talk Business. Most importantly, we talk about Jesus.

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#64 - Jackson Canfield (25) - Nashville, TN

Young Christian Business GuyMar 19, 2021

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#71 - Brian O'Connor (29) - Albany, NY

#71 - Brian O'Connor (29) - Albany, NY

Aquatics Director at The YMCA. We talked about the YMCA (I was surprised at what it stands for), the power of a spiritual father encouraging and holding you accountable, how it's important to have a contagious spirit, his journey of trying what the world had to offer and how it left him empty and unfulfilled, and the simplicity of seeking HIS kingdom first! 

Verse of the Day: Matthew 6:33

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Jul 15, 202140:59
#70 - Casey Templeton (37) - Franklin, TN

#70 - Casey Templeton (37) - Franklin, TN

Worldwide photographer and founder and CEO of Stacks, digital asset management. We talked about the power of obedience, asking your customers what your value is, health journey's including cancer and aneurysms, how seasons of health challenges can bring us so close to God, the importance of older, wiser Christ following men in our lives, how our failures are the shortcuts to success, and the power of taking a risk. 

Theme of the Day: Fear Not

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Jul 08, 202139:15
#69 - Jason Davis (34) - Atlanta, GA

#69 - Jason Davis (34) - Atlanta, GA

Founder of Jericho Enterprises, author of Fortify , speaker, teacher and encourager! We talked about needing an attitude adjustment, the power of encouragement, the process of "don't conform, transform", the importance of work in Christian life, how a time of solitude on a men's retreat led to the publishing of his first book, the benefit of receiving and giving feedback, how to be an AND person (not an OR person), the power of attitude and mentality, and finally, the importance of humility, diligence and obedience. 

Verse of the Day: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

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Jun 07, 202138:34
#68 - Joe Haddad (38) - Cleveland, OH

#68 - Joe Haddad (38) - Cleveland, OH

Co-Founder of University Tees and now leads over 200+ FT Employees and 800+ campus sales reps. Husband and father of four kids under 10! We talked about the intentionality of growing yourself and leading a team, DPCL (developing people, changing lives), how to calendar your priorities, The Iron Sharpens Iron Life , how important focusing our thinking on positive things can be (THINK4:8), how to be an inviting inviter, the idea of white knuckles vs. red knees, and how valuable participating in discipleship and peer groups can be to success in all areas of life! 

Verse of the Day: Philippians 4:6

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May 28, 202139:25
#67 - Chris Schulenburg (26) - Minneapolis, MN

#67 - Chris Schulenburg (26) - Minneapolis, MN

Co-owner of insurance brokerage. Former corporate consultant specializing in customer experience. We talked about having discernment for where God is leading you, the power of foresight when it comes to making personal and professional decisions, the importance of knowing everything you can about your customer, how being excellent at what you do can open doors for gospel conversations, and why we always need to be learning from others and teaching others through discipleship relationships. 

Verse of the Day: Romans 12:2

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May 06, 202135:55
#66 - Kam Phillips (29) - Atlanta, GA

#66 - Kam Phillips (29) - Atlanta, GA

Coach for young adults and motivational speaker. Powerful testimony of God's faithfulness. We talked about the difference between a coach, therapist, and a consultant, his journey from anxiety to peace powered by a relationship with Christ, the value of identifying your core values, the power of a growth mindset, how God used Kam's brokenness to accomplish His purposes, the balance between grace and discipline, and how mentorship opens your eyes to the possibilities of life. Connect with Kam: www.kameronphillips.com 

Verse of the Day: 1 Corinthians 15:10

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Apr 22, 202137:21
#65 - Paul Leverington (40) - Willmar, MN

#65 - Paul Leverington (40) - Willmar, MN

Director of Qualitech Environmental. Became CEO at age 29. We talked about the journey of learning how to lead a company, the importance of being a voice of calm and truth, the power of mentors to walk with us and encourage us, the value of growing spiritual muscles and starting the day in God's word, the growth that happens by leading a group of men, and the importance of expecting and embracing obstacles in life, knowing you're not alone!  

Verse of the Day: Joshua 1:9

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Mar 26, 202135:09
#64 - Jackson Canfield (25) - Nashville, TN

#64 - Jackson Canfield (25) - Nashville, TN

Director of Strategic Partnerships for Aerial Recovery Group and booking agent for private British Virgin Islands retreat center. Former sales rep and almost reality tv star. We talked about how God uses pain to power us and prune us, the value of intentional living, surrounding yourself with people you want to learn from no matter what it costs you, how accepting Christ is the beginning of the journey, having an answer for why you believe what you believe, the importance of being present and listening to understand, not respond. 

Verse of the Day: Proverbs 18:13

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Mar 19, 202138:07
#63 - Corwin Keller (41) - Omaha, NE

#63 - Corwin Keller (41) - Omaha, NE

Owner of Heating and Air Conditioning Company. We talked about how business is hard, the journey of entrepreneurship, the power of resiliency and showing up, the importance of being grounded and active in a group of Christ following business men, why not to chase money, the value of serving others, and how bringing God into your business can change things for the better! 

Verse of the Day: Hebrews 4:12

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Mar 11, 202133:39
#62 - Eric Robinson (28) - Minneapolis, MN

#62 - Eric Robinson (28) - Minneapolis, MN

Real Estate Agent and college graduate with a focus in biblical and theological studies. We talked about the role of a marketplace ambassador for Christ, his encounter with God at age 16 that caused him to turn away from how he was living, how emotions not rooted in truth can be dangerous, the importance of living intentionally each day, how real estate is a relational and referable industry, and the meaning of to live is Christ to die is gain. 

Verse of the Day: Philippians 1:21

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Mar 04, 202139:20
#61 - W.B. Scoggin (36) - Brentwood, TN

#61 - W.B. Scoggin (36) - Brentwood, TN

Investment Real Estate Guy and new dad. We talked about the power of authentic community, the lies we believe and how they affect our actions, how to respond to our feelings with God's truth, the value of real, transformational relationships, and the calling of being full time ministers of the gospel regardless of vocation. 

Verse of the Day: Isaiah 26:3

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Feb 18, 202136:27
#60 - Shay Lundvall (36) - Gillette, WY

#60 - Shay Lundvall (36) - Gillette, WY

Environmental (Oil & Gas) business guy and local city council member in WY. We talked about playing for the name on the front of the jersey and not the back, the booming community of Gillette, WY, his journey of being cut from his high school basketball team to bench pressing an insane amount of weight, the persecution that comes from following Jesus, the value of a spiritual mentor, and how there are times when only God can hold us up! 

Verse of the Day: Isaiah 41:10 

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Feb 11, 202134:42
#59 - Dan Van Der Vieren (32) - Bloomington, MN

#59 - Dan Van Der Vieren (32) - Bloomington, MN

Former NBA D-League hooper, owner of American Family Agency in MN, and new dad. We talked about the power of spending time with a group of believing brothers on a regular basis, how there is purpose in the pain we experience, including the death of loved one's, how the work we do when no one is looking is some of the most important, the sacrifice that is required to have a quality quiet time with The Lord, and the importance of surrounding yourself with others who want to help you grow! 

Verse of the Day: Deuteronomy 6:5-7

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Feb 05, 202132:38
#58 - Dr. Asa James Swan (41) - Louisville, KY

#58 - Dr. Asa James Swan (41) - Louisville, KY

Founder of Great Leaders (great-leaders.org). We talked about his career as Chief Leadership officer in the state of Kentucky government, three important keys to being the most effective leader you can, why it's important to be GREAT (gritty, relational, equipped, authentic, and transformational), how a group of accountable believing brothers can provide tremendous consistency during a time of disruption, the power of taking a risk and being bold, and to taste and see that The Lord is good! 

Verse of the Day: Psalm 34:8

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Jan 21, 202140:04
#57 - Tony Calabrese (37) - Nashville, TN

#57 - Tony Calabrese (37) - Nashville, TN

Founder and Leader of Radiant Church. We talked about the discipline and the power of fasting and praying (you need to try it) and how it sharpens our edge, the similarities of growing a church to growing a business, 1 John 2:6 and how to study not just Jesus' message and methods, but his model, the importance of organizational leadership and some books related to this, and why it is so important to not take ourselves so seriously. 

Verse of the Day: Jeremiah 17:7-8 

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Jan 14, 202137:17
#56 - Scott Smith (43) - Tampa, FL

#56 - Scott Smith (43) - Tampa, FL

Founder of We've Got your Customers, an SEO and marketing firm that helps service based businesses find and retain customers. We talked James 1:2-4 and the power of trials in our lives (including cancer and miscarriages), one of the most powerful and dangerous prayers to pray, how to not treat God like a vending machine, everyday effective evangelism, and the power of beliefs, actions and results. 

Verse of the Day: James 4:12 

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Jan 07, 202144:36
#55 - Shaylan Hurley (27) Part 2- Hopkins, MN

#55 - Shaylan Hurley (27) Part 2- Hopkins, MN

Co-Founder of micro private equity firm with a kingdom minded approach. New dad, we talked about that experience, being a humble servant, discipline of daily time in the word, spiritual warfare and how it's a truth battle, how 2020 taught us that fear is a liar and it's better to be uncomfortable than comfortable, and the power that your network can have in supporting your growth as a man. 

Verse of the Day: Philippians 4:3 

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Dec 31, 202034:23
#54 - Stephen Truax (30) - Chattanooga, TN

#54 - Stephen Truax (30) - Chattanooga, TN

Technology manager at CBMC, father of 3 under five years old! We talked about "boring testimonies", how "our" children are actually God's and we are called to steward them, the importance of data and actionable insight, why to exercise physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually, the power of surrounding yourself with other peers, and how to be intentional with time and schedule! 

Verse of the Day: Galatians 5:22-23

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Dec 17, 202040:03
#53 - Danny Greene (29) , Part 2 - Minneapolis, MN

#53 - Danny Greene (29) , Part 2 - Minneapolis, MN

Entrepreneur and founder of Greene Media--video, podcast and content creation agency. We talked the power of a lifestyle free from alcohol (6 months in), how reading reprograms our mental software, the future of video as an advertising and marketing tool, the value of savings to fund future opportunities, God's plan and timing and how the power of consistency can propel us to greater heights than we ever imagined. 

Verse of the Day: Genesis 22:14, Matthew 6:26-27, Romans 8:28

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Dec 04, 202033:26
#52 - Mick Pickett (35) , Part 2 - St. Louis Park, MN

#52 - Mick Pickett (35) , Part 2 - St. Louis Park, MN

Realtor after a 10 year professional poker career. We talked about being a father to twin girls, the importance of carving out dedicated time to go straight to THE SOURCE, how he had financial and time freedom but he asked "is this all there is", a life with Jesus as your savior but NOT your Lord, and the power of  asking God to heal different areas of our lives during our close, intimate time with Him. 

Verse of the Day: Colossians 3:15  

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Nov 19, 202038:09
#51 - David Nay (36) - Tampa, FL

#51 - David Nay (36) - Tampa, FL

Recruiter in the financial technology space. We talked about the power of a national network, the importance of a completely transparent welcoming community, the unrealistic pressure we put on ourselves as young business people, and how we must trust in The Lord and in nothing else! 

Verse of the Day: Psalm 20:7

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Nov 12, 202033:46
#50 - Brady Erickson (29) - Minneapolis, MN

#50 - Brady Erickson (29) - Minneapolis, MN

Former Teacher turned Realtor. Powerful conversation. We talked about how a house divided can't stand, classical Christian education, the biblical mandate of discipleship, how to know God through his Word, the VALUE OF WISDOM, men who have changed history are bible scholars (not always the other way around), and how being in a discipleship relationship is a non negotiable. 

Verse of the Day: James 1:5

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Nov 05, 202039:00
#49 - Jake Knotek (27) - Roseville, MN
Oct 29, 202033:45
#48 - David Stay (47) - Minnetonka, MN

#48 - David Stay (47) - Minnetonka, MN

Former pharmaceutical sales rep now Financial Professional. We talked about his crazy health journey (definitely unexpected), working for The glory of God, how we can get comfortable, how God is more than able in every single thing, ways to encourage others going through tough health challenges, and how a diagnosis can reveal where your foundation is built. 

Verse of the day: Exodus 14:14

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Oct 22, 202045:20
#47 - Nash Faulk (30) - Boise, ID

#47 - Nash Faulk (30) - Boise, ID

Chief Evangelist for Textual (tech startup). We talked identity, searching for pleasure and peace in all the wrong places, the power of The Book, how we became better men, the discipline of morning time with The Lord, and the positive impact our past can have on our lives. 

Verse of the day: Philippians 2:14

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Oct 13, 202028:39
#46 - Lance Villio (35) - Franklin, TN

#46 - Lance Villio (35) - Franklin, TN

CEO & Co-founder of a fast growing SaaS platform focused on creating relationships of trust. We talked the importance of user adoption and human behavior, the value of spending time with guys older than you, the power of asking good questions, how to know if you're winning, and how to rest in God's grace. 

Verse of the day: 1 Corinthians 1:4

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Oct 08, 202036:59
#45 - Josh Schrock (32) - Minneapolis, MN

#45 - Josh Schrock (32) - Minneapolis, MN

CEO of growing real estate brokerage and co-founder of real estate investment fund. We talked building your ideal calendar, the power of discipleship, how the home creates lasting change, storybrand strategies by Donald Miller, the power of getting experience early on, and going straight to the source (The Bible) for business knowledge. 

Verse of the day: 2 Peter 1:2

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Oct 01, 202035:17
#44 - Phil Carlson (38) - Dallas, TX

#44 - Phil Carlson (38) - Dallas, TX

Former Professional Opera Singer, Entrepreneur and now CBMC builder in Dallas. We talked transforming of the mind through scripture reading (even if we don'd understand what we are reading), the caudling of the American mind, the lies that are being taught on college campuses, the power of 1 on 1 and small group relationships, and how real loves takes sacrifice. 

Verse of the day: 1 John 4:10 

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Sep 24, 202031:33
#43 - Scott Cheo (38) - San Clemente, CA

#43 - Scott Cheo (38) - San Clemente, CA

High Net worth banking specialist in southern CA. Father of 6 kids! We talked about keeping a heavenly perspective, beginning with the end in mind, how to steward your children, and the reminder of fear not, for The Lord is with us! 

Verse of the day: James 1:2-4

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Sep 17, 202030:19
#42 - John Harrison - Recap Episode 3

#42 - John Harrison - Recap Episode 3

Third Recap episode of last 15 episodes. 7 KEY takeaways. 

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Sep 15, 202011:02
#41 - Ryan Kuhn (31) - Santa Clarita, CA

#41 - Ryan Kuhn (31) - Santa Clarita, CA

VP at fast growing Internet Marketing company in California. We talked leadership, leading yourself first, the delayed gratification and strategy of a plant based diet, heart transformation, the power of a growth and abundance mindset, and building up those who you lead to be better than you are. 

Verse of the day: Proverbs 22:6

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Sep 04, 202032:59
#40 - Jeremy Vanderloop (32) Part 2 - Tampa, FL

#40 - Jeremy Vanderloop (32) Part 2 - Tampa, FL

Real Estate Developer. Recording Artist. We talked about anchoring our lives in Jesus, embracing seasons of mourning, diligence vs hustle culture, your 1129 calling, and the power of an 80/15/5 exercise to identify your calling. 

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Sep 01, 202035:51
#38 - Allen Levi Simmons (31) Part 2 - Charlotte, NC

#38 - Allen Levi Simmons (31) Part 2 - Charlotte, NC

Part 2 with Allen, we talked about the current issues in our country today, how important it is to lean not on our own understanding and the need to renew our minds, the power of never stop, never quit, repeat. 

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Aug 27, 202035:59
#37 - Kevin Wissner (29) - Lansing, MI

#37 - Kevin Wissner (29) - Lansing, MI

Leader in Sandler Sales Training, 9 years in the Coast Guard. We talked about conflict resolution, the process of going through things again to appreciate what we learned, the power of mentors, the SUCCESS Triangle (attitudes, behaviors, techniques), journaling templates, and the power of a community of wiser business men to do life with. 

Verse of the day: Romans 1:21

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Aug 25, 202034:51
#36 - Jonathan Engbrecht (39) - Eden Prairie, MN

#36 - Jonathan Engbrecht (39) - Eden Prairie, MN

Specialized Consultant for businesses, non profits and churches. We talked his new book Disciple - a verb, how discipleship is a lifestyle, and the process and power of vision, strategy, implementation and operation. 

Verse of the day: Proverbs 3:5-6

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Aug 24, 202032:55
#35 - Allen Levi Simmons (31), Part 1 - Charlotte, NC
Aug 19, 202032:30
#34 - Michael Wesner (25) - River Falls, WI

#34 - Michael Wesner (25) - River Falls, WI

Account Executive in Software, former personal trainer. We talked nutrition and fitness for the body aka our temple, a 3 day SILENT RETREAT, how fear can BLIND US, Isaiah 29:13 heart vs lips, Operation Timothy discipleship, importance of guys around you, and abiding in Christ!

Verse of the day: 1 Peter 4:9-10

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Aug 13, 202027:57
#33 - Marcelo Mills (36) - Orange County, CA

#33 - Marcelo Mills (36) - Orange County, CA

Regional Manager at Pacific Mercantile bank, commercial banker/advisory for 10-100M Revs companies. We talked attention to detail in finances, the power of just 10 pages a day, the authority to execute on expectations, Dale Carnegie's lasting truth, devaluing goods and elevating God, the immense importance of men around you, and how we are called to use our platform for HIS GLORY! 

Verse of the day: 1 Peter 4:9-10 

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Aug 04, 202035:13
#32 - Aaron Reuwer (37) - Towson, MD
Jul 31, 202034:31
#31 - David Jensen (26) - Brainerd, MN
Jul 28, 202031:60
#30 - Frankie Kelly (28) - Atlanta, GA

#30 - Frankie Kelly (28) - Atlanta, GA

UNC Grad, Lacrosse Player and now outsourced Finance Director for tech startups and consultant for Chick-Fil-A. We talked about the power of closed doors in our lives, consumers of church vs builders of the church, laying the railroad tracks of financial systems, Gospel centered living, and the simplicity of communing with God. 

Verse of the day: James 4:13-17

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Jul 21, 202035:28
#29 - Brian Stearns (24) - Wisconsin Rapids, WI

#29 - Brian Stearns (24) - Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Realtor/Real Estate Investor in Wisconsin. Former Professional Lumberjack (you read that right). We talked log rolling, timber sports, 2 HR MEDITATION sessions, reading a STOLEN BIBLE, issues with Christians, and hope that we have in CHRIST! 

Verse of the day: Matthew 22:37-39

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Jul 16, 202035:33
#28 - Mike Buonaiuto (30) - Ft. Lauderdale, FL

#28 - Mike Buonaiuto (30) - Ft. Lauderdale, FL

South Beach Rep for Insperity. We talked about TWO CROSS COUNTRY bike journeys, how you do one thing is how you do all things, willpower vs motivation, failing to plan is planning to fail, pruning dead branches, and how we must SEEK OUT WISDOM!

Verse of the day: Romans 15:4

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Jul 15, 202032:01
#27 - George Smith (31) - Miami, FL

#27 - George Smith (31) - Miami, FL

South Beach Commercial realtor. We talked "What is a Man?", fatherlessness, accountability, Acts 20:35 - better to give than to receive, trading a life of partying for a life of following Christ, the Word of God as a kite and how the devil is a LIAR!

Verse of the day: Philippians 3:13-14

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Jul 09, 202032:24
#26 - Matt Roussin (33) - Saint Paul, MN

#26 - Matt Roussin (33) - Saint Paul, MN

Founder of Badge 8 , a video production company. We talked about having God's blessing on your business idea, finding joy in the trials, how a life without Christ sucks, some INSANE YEAR LONG FASTS, the social media for success facade, and how to be intentional when creating video assets.  Verse of the day: Matthew 6:33 To get connected to our community, visit www.ycbguy.com and get signed up.

Jul 07, 202030:25
#25 - John Harrison - Recap Episode 2
Jul 02, 202009:36
#24 - John Harrison - Recap Episode 1
Jun 30, 202013:22
#23 - Isaac Lafond (36) - Louisville, KY
Jun 26, 202030:03
#22 - Dominic DeCoux (35) - Appleton, WI
Jun 23, 202031:12
#21 - Ryan Johnson (27) - Minneapolis, MN
Jun 18, 202033:55