The Profitable Christian Business Podcast

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Welcome to The Profitable Christian Business Podcast, your go-to resource for faith-driven entrepreneurs looking to learn from the success stories of fellow Christian business owners. Discover how they navigated obstacles and what contributed to their success, all while staying true to their faith. In our Success Stories section, you'll hear inspiring journeys from Christian entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and achieved remarkable growth. Our Secrets of Success section reveals the key strategies and principles that have been the catalysts in growing their businesses, grounded in Christian values. Additionally, we offer a Tips, Tools, and Tactics section filled with practical advice to help you take your business to the next level. Christian entrepreneurs, grow your business fast with tools, coaching, community, and more. Join the Profitable Business Inner Circle! https://theprofitablesalesman.com/join-ic

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June 10, 202631 min

Building a Mission-Driven Business People Believe In with Anton Krecic

How do you build a mission-driven business that people do not just buy from, but truly believe in? In this episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse interviews Anton Krecic, founder and CEO of Seven Weeks Coffee, about building a values-based brand, standing boldly for the pro-life movement, creating excellent products, and using business as a vehicle for impact. Anton shares the story of how Seven Weeks Coffee began with a simple idea shortly after he got married: create a coffee company Christians could rally around while supporting the pro-life cause. What started as a side hustle has grown into a mission-driven direct-to-consumer coffee brand that donates 10% of every sale to pregnancy care centers and supports life-affirming organizations across the country. In this conversation, Anton and Doug discuss: How Seven Weeks Coffee started and why coffee became the vehicle for the mission Why mission-driven businesses need excellent products How to build a brand around conviction without watering down your values Why knowing your customer matters when taking a bold public stand How becoming a father deepened Anton's conviction around the pro-life issue Why fear drives many abortion decisions and how pregnancy care centers bring practical help and gospel-centered hope How Seven Weeks Coffee partners with pregnancy care centers, maternity homes, adoption organizations, and pro-life groups What Anton learned from being laid off and going all in on entrepreneurship How trials shape both the entrepreneur and the business Why your business should be built around your current skill set, network, and area of influence If you are a Christian entrepreneur, mission-driven founder, values-based business owner, or leader who wants to build a business with purpose, conviction, faith, and excellence, this episode will challenge and encourage you. Try Seven Weeks Coffee and support the mission: https://sevenweekscoffee.com Start your 90-day execution plan with the Goal Getting App: https://goalgetting.app/reset

June 3, 202648 min

Sustainable Business Growth Without Burnout with Todd Krause

How do you grow a business without burning out, losing your culture, or doing everything yourself? In this episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse interviews Todd Krause, founder of Silversun Consulting and owner of The Cleaning Authority, about sustainable business growth, leadership, culture, fundraising, client retention, and building a company that can scale without overwhelming the owner. Todd shares practical lessons from growing The Cleaning Authority from $1.8 million to more than $4 million, leading businesses across finance, banking, franchising, consulting, and home services, and helping owners identify the leadership gaps, service model issues, and hidden inefficiencies that keep them stuck. In this episode, you'll learn: Why business owners should not try to grow alone How culture impacts retention, referrals, service quality, and profitability Why knowing your ideal client is essential for sustainable growth How recurring revenue and customer retention change the growth equation Why hiring people with complementary strengths helps owners scale What investors and lenders look for before funding a business How to know when you have outgrown the way you are running the company Why delegation is not about getting people to do it your way, but helping them create good results How faith shapes leadership, dignity, service, and workplace culture If you are a Christian entrepreneur, home-service business owner, nonprofit leader, or growth-minded business owner who feels overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck at the same revenue ceiling, this episode will help you think differently about leadership, culture, systems, and sustainable growth. Connect with Todd Krause and schedule a complimentary Business Clarity & Growth Conversation: https://www.silversunconsulting.com Start your 90-day execution plan with the Goal Getting App: https://goalgetting.app/reset

May 14, 20265 min

You Don't Need More Time. You Need Better Focus.

Do you need more time, or do you need better focus? In this episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse breaks down why so many entrepreneurs feel busy, exhausted, and overwhelmed, but still are not making real progress. The problem is not always lack of time. Many times, time gets absorbed by distractions, reacting, scrolling, messages, and small tasks that feel urgent but do not move the mission forward. Doug explains why focus is not just attention. Focus is assigned attention. It means deciding in advance what matters most and refusing to let everything else steal the steering wheel. This episode will help you stop spinning, eliminate distractions, build a 90-day focus, and execute what matters with clarity, faith, and structure. Start your 90-day reset here: https://goalgetting.app/reset Show Notes In this solo episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse talks about a silent killer of momentum for entrepreneurs: Lack of focus. Many entrepreneurs think they need more time. But in reality, they often need fewer distractions pulling on their attention. Doug explains that time often gets absorbed by reacting, scrolling, checking messages, handling small tasks, and doing things that feel urgent but do not actually move the mission forward. As he says in the episode, "The problem is not that there was no time. The problem is the time got absorbed." This episode breaks down the difference between attention and focus. Attention is what notices something. Focus is assigned attention. It is deciding in advance what matters most and refusing to let everything else steal the steering wheel. Doug also explores the faith side of focus, explaining that distraction is not always obvious rebellion. Sometimes it looks like being responsible, helping everyone, or saying yes to good things. But good things can still pull you away from God things. The episode closes with a simple framework for regaining focus through one 90-day goal, two to three needle-moving actions, and an honest look at what is currently stealing your attention. In This Episode Why more time is not always the answer How time gets absorbed by distractions and small urgent tasks The difference between attention and focus Why focus is assigned attention How scattered focus creates false productivity Why "What is the one thing that would make today a win?" is such a powerful question Why not every opportunity deserves immediate attention How good things can pull you away from God things Why divided focus weakens obedience How a 90-day focus period helps create momentum Why focus is trained through repetition Why systems and accountability help you return when you drift How the Goal Getting App helps entrepreneurs define their 90-day focus and execute consistently Key Takeaways Focus is not just attention. It is assigned attention. Focus means deciding in advance what matters most. More time will not fix scattered focus. More time with divided attention will still get absorbed. Distractions are often good things, not just bad things. A good opportunity can still be a distraction if it is not assigned to you in this season. A 90-day focus gives your decisions a filter. It helps you ask whether something supports what matters most right now. Focus is trained through repetition and structure. You will drift. The real question is how fast you can return. Sound Bites "The problem is not that there was no time." "The problem is the time got absorbed." "Do you need more time or better focus?" "If everything gets your attention, nothing gets your focus." "Focus is assigned attention." "Good things can still pull you away from God things." "Divided focus weakens obedience."

May 6, 20265 min

When to Pivot in Business: Faith, Perseverance, Discernment, and Staying the Course

How do you know when to pivot in business and when to stay the course? In this solo episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse explores one of the hardest decisions Christian entrepreneurs face: whether to keep going, make an adjustment, or stop resetting the game too early. Doug breaks down the three types of entrepreneurs many people become when progress gets uncomfortable: quitters, grinders, and pivot addicts. Some people quit too early because they mistake discomfort for a sign that something is wrong. Others grind too long in the wrong direction. And some keep pivoting so often that they never build enough momentum for breakthrough. In this episode, Doug explains why you should not pivot just because something is uncomfortable. You pivot when something is incorrect. He also shares why business momentum often builds like pressure behind a dam. Nothing may look like it is working at first, but pressure is still building beneath the surface. You'll learn how to discern whether you need more perseverance, a better strategy, spiritual guidance, or a real pivot. In this episode, you'll learn: The difference between quitting, grinding, and pivot addiction Why many entrepreneurs pivot too early How to recognize when discomfort is not the same as misalignment Why pressure often builds before breakthrough How faith and obedience shape business decisions Why immediate validation is not always the measure of success Practical filters to help you know whether to pivot or stay How to build momentum without constantly resetting the game If you are a Christian entrepreneur, business owner, or leader who feels stuck, discouraged, restless, or unsure whether to keep going, this episode will help you make a wiser decision with faith, focus, and discernment. Start building your 90-day execution plan with the Goal Getting App: https://goalgetting.app/reset

April 29, 20266 min

Why Consistency Isn't Enough: The Key to True Progress with Doug Greathouse

Why are so many people consistent but still not making real progress? In this solo episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse breaks down why consistency alone is not enough for success in business, goals, and personal growth. Doug shares a simple but powerful truth: Consistency only works when it is applied to the right actions. Using the example of practicing free throws with bad form, Doug explains how many entrepreneurs are working hard, showing up, and checking boxes, but still reinforcing the wrong habits because their actions are not aligned with what actually moves the needle. In this episode, you'll learn: Why consistency alone does not guarantee progress How being consistent at the wrong things reinforces the problem Why clarity is essential before execution How to identify the real needle movers in your business and goals Why feedback and adjustment prevent wasted effort How systems like the Goal Getting App help you stay aligned and execute the right actions consistently If you are a Christian entrepreneur, business owner, or leader who feels like you are showing up but not seeing the results you want, this episode will help you rethink consistency, execution, focus, and progress. The goal is not to do more. The goal is to do what matters again and again, the right way. Start building your 90-day execution plan with the Goal Getting App: https://goalgetting.app Connect with Doug Greathouse: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douggreathouse

April 22, 20264 min

Stop Busywork and Start Making Real Progress (Execution That Actually Works)

Why do you feel busy all day… but still not making real progress? In this solo episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse breaks down the real reason most entrepreneurs and professionals struggle with execution—and how to fix it. Many people believe they need more discipline or motivation. But the truth is, the problem isn't consistency—it's consistency in the wrong things. Doug shares a simple framework to move from reactive busywork to structured execution that drives real results. In this episode, you'll learn: • The difference between being busy and making progress • Why "consistency" alone isn't enough • The three levels that block execution: no clarity, no needle movers, no system • How to define a clear 90-day goal • What needle movers are and why they matter • How to build a system that creates daily momentum • The shift from motivation to structured execution If you're a Christian entrepreneur, business owner, or leader who wants to stop drifting and start building real momentum, this episode gives you a practical path forward.

April 16, 202630 min

Why People Drift (And How to Finally Follow Through) | Doug Greathouse & Kylie Schneider

Why do so many people start strong… but fail to follow through? In this co-hosted episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse and Kylie Schneider break down the real reasons people drift from their goals—and how to stay consistent through faith, clarity, and systems. This conversation combines two powerful perspectives: • Spiritual alignment and identity in Christ • Practical execution systems and accountability Together, they reveal why most people struggle with discipline, focus, and follow-through—and how to fix it. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why people drift from their goals (and how to stop it) • The role of identity, healing, and spiritual alignment • Why clarity is more important than motivation • How to focus on one 90-day goal for real progress • The power of community and accountability • How systems create consistency and momentum If you're a Christian entrepreneur, leader, or believer who wants to stop starting over and finally follow through, this episode gives you a clear path forward. Take Action Start your 90-Day Reset now: 👉 https://goalgetting.app/reset Resources Mentioned The Gathering Community Who Not How by Dan Sullivan

April 9, 202640 min

How Successful Men Fail at Home (And How to Fix It) | Mike Richter

Why do so many successful Christian men struggle in their marriages? In this episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse sits down with Mike Richter to explore biblical leadership in marriage, rebuilding respect, and restoring connection in the home. Mike is a husband of 20+ years, Air Force veteran, and founder of The Heroes' Forge, where he helps high-performing Christian men become strong, effective leaders in their marriages and families. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why successful men often struggle with respect and connection at home • What biblical leadership in marriage looks like in real life • The biggest mistakes men make when trying to fix their marriage • How to rebuild attraction, trust, and alignment • The role of faith and personal growth in restoring leadership If you're a Christian husband, leader, or entrepreneur looking to strengthen your marriage and lead your home with clarity and conviction, this episode provides practical insights you can apply immediately. Resources & Links The Heroes' Forge YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHeroesForge Program: https://mikerichtercoach.com/program If this episode challenged you to step up as a leader… 👉 Build your 90-Day execution plan here: https://goalgetting.app/reset

March 25, 202657 min

Christian Leadership & Organizational Culture: How to Build Trust, Alignment, and High-Performing Teams with Phil Begley

How do you build a strong organizational culture as a Christian leader? In this episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse sits down with leadership expert Phil Begley to explore the foundations of leadership, culture, trust, and performance through a Christian lens. With over 40 years of experience in leadership development, organizational culture, and executive coaching, Phil shares practical insights on how leaders can build high-performing teams, align culture with values, and lead with both clarity and faith. In this episode, you'll learn: • How to build a strong organizational culture that drives performance • Why trust is the foundation of effective leadership • The biggest mistakes leaders make when trying to improve culture • How to align leadership, behavior, and values across your organization • The difference between leadership and management in real-world application • How Christian faith shapes leadership decisions and long-term impact If you're a Christian entrepreneur, business owner, or leader looking to improve team performance, strengthen culture, and lead with purpose, this episode will give you practical frameworks you can apply immediately. 🔗 Resources & Links Riverstone Way Leadership Process: https://riverstoneway.com Bible Study Fellowship: https://www.bsfinternational.org 🤝 Connect with Phil Begley Website: https://riverstoneway.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philbegley 🚀 Want to Apply This to Your Life & Business? Start building clarity and execution with a 90-Day plan inside the Goal Getting App: 👉 https://goalgetting.app/reset

March 18, 202657 min

How to Build a Vision That Actually Drives Results | Dr. David Jones

What does it actually take to create a vision that people follow? In this episode of the Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse sits down with Dr. David Jones — a leader in Christian marketing, performance psychology expert, and founder of one of the longest-standing Christian marketing agencies in the world. From playing professional hockey across Europe to coaching elite athletes and building high-impact brands, Dr. Dave shares the frameworks behind mental toughness, leadership clarity, and vision-driven execution. In this episode, you'll learn: • How to create a vision that drives real momentum • Why most leaders struggle to communicate clearly • The role of faith in mental performance and leadership • How to navigate the highs and lows of business and life • Practical strategies to build an authentic, powerful brand If you're a Christian entrepreneur, leader, or coach looking to grow with clarity and conviction, this episode is for you.