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Welcome to the Leveraging Success Podcast, hosted by Jeff Gerhardt, designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders seeking to leverage their success for impactful Kingdom leadership. Join us to explore strategies that unveil seemingly impossible concepts, ensuring a balanced life while focusing on Jesus' mission. Drawing from his diverse experiences in business, family, and Kingdom entrepreneurship, Jeff shares tools to elevate income, foster work-life balance, strengthen family bonds, and secure an eternal 'well done.'

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June 16, 2026Episode 7837 min

I Thought I Married the Wrong Person with Jeff Guenzburger | Ep 78

What if the greatest adventures in life — and marriage — require walking through the hard parts to reach the view from the top?In this powerful episode of *Leveraging Success*, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with Jeff Guenzburger — former trainer to professional athletes, former chaplain for the San Diego Chargers, and self-described “spiritual sherpa.” Jeff shares his remarkable journey from a Jewish upbringing in St. Louis to faith in Jesus, his work with pro athletes, and the hard-won wisdom he’s gained about mindset, relationships, and marriage.Together they explore practicing love as a daily discipline, why most “marriage problems” are actually unaddressed single problems, the battle of building a Christ-centered marriage, and the power of radical love lived out in authentic community. Expect honest stories — including a wild snake encounter in the chicken coop — practical coaching insights, and hope that transformation is always possible.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro & Welcome[02:45] Farm Life Adventures: The Snake Story in the Chicken Coop[06:30] San Diego Life, the Del Mar Fair & Building Genuine Relationships[10:10] The Power of Character, Competence & Pure Motivation[14:20] Jeff Guenzburger’s Story: From St. Louis to the Chargers Chaplaincy[19:50] Serving Athletes as a Spiritual Sherpa[23:40] Practicing Love Daily – The One Thing That Never Fails[28:15] Marriage Real Talk: Hollywood Expectations vs. Agape Love[32:05] The Battle of Marriage, Community, and Surrender[35:40] Closing Prayer & Final Encouragement (total runtime: 37:15)Our GuestJeff Guenzburger is a former professional trainer, chaplain for the San Diego Chargers, and spiritual coach who helps individuals and couples reach the “top of the mountain” through faith, grit, and practiced love. Known as a spiritual sherpa, he brings decades of experience working with athletes and leaders, guiding them through life’s toughest climbs.Notable Quotes “I know how to get you to the top, but it’s probably gonna suck along the way, but the view will be amazing.” — Jeff Guenzburger “You give it out in slices, and it comes back in loaves.” — Jeff Guenzburger “How often do you practice the one thing God said would never fail? … Love.” — Jeff Guenzburger “Marriage problems are single problems brought into marriage.” — Jeff Guenzburger “The boulder was never there to trap me. It was there to free me.” — Jeff Guenzburger “Transformation is possible… Never give up. Always in the fight.” — Jeff GuenzburgerResources & LinksJeff Guenzburgerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyguenzburger/https://www.resetministries.org/https://www.theufl.com/Jeff Gerhardthttps://priorityliving.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/ https://x.com/jeffgerhardt Leveraging Success Podcast https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com Life Balance Assessment: https://lba.priorityliving.org/ The Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/#LeveragingSuccess #SpiritualSherpa #PracticingLove #FaithAndMarriage #MarriageMinistry #SanDiegoChargers #ChristianPodcast #KingdomMarriage #NeverGiveUp #TransformationIsPossible #AgapeLove #CommunityHeals #FaithInAction #LeadershipMindset

June 8, 2026Episode 771 hr 0 min

The NBA Couldn't Give Me What Jesus Did with Tarik Black | Ep 77

What does true faith look like when life gets chaotic — in business, sports, family, and culture?In this powerful episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with Tarik Black — former NBA forward for the Lakers and Rockets, now Senior Vice President of Business Development for an AI-powered housing firm in Los Angeles. Known as “Pastor Black” in the locker room, Tarik shares his journey from a Nation of Islam-influenced upbringing, through college depression, to a life-changing encounter with Jesus through a teammate.Together they explore faith as reliance (not just belief), biblical order and discipline, boldness among athletes, navigating anxiety, “walking on water” moments, and why the next generation craves depth in Scripture. Tarik also shares candid hot takes on denominations, biblical marriage, and what the church needs today.If you’re a leader, believer, or wrestling with faith in real-life storms, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro: Faith, Business & Legacy with Tarik Black[03:45] Everyone Is in Sales – Including the Gospel[07:20] Tarik’s Journey: From Memphis to Kansas, Depression to Encounter[12:10] The Teammate Who Shared Jesus – Personal Connection & Holy Spirit Authority[16:55] Exploring Faiths: Nation of Islam Background & Searching for Order[21:40] Why Young People Are Turning to Scripture & the Need for Depth[26:25] The Road to Emmaus – Jesus in the Old Testament[31:05] Spiritual Temperature Rising: Bold Faith in Athletes & End-Times Urgency[35:50] Faith = Reliance, Not Just Belief – Lessons from the Sea of Galilee[40:30] Anxiety in Pro Sports, Feelings vs. Truth & Walking in Courage[45:15] Advice to His Younger Self & Coaching Himself Today[49:40] Hot Takes: Denominations, Biblical Marriage & Church Unity[54:20] NBA Leadership Lessons, Idolatry After Success & Persecution Stories[57:50] Closing Prayer & Final ThoughtsOur GuestTarik Black is a husband to Kennedy Raye, father of three, and a Kingdom talent worker. Basketball was the vehicle, not the destination. After transferring from the University of Memphis to the University of Kansas, Tarik surrendered his life to Christ through teammate Christian Garrett and spiritual parents Roger and Cynthia Garrett-Charles.He played over a decade in the NBA (Lakers, Rockets) and EuroLeague, while building in parallel. In Los Angeles and Israel, he developed business acumen, co-founded companies, transacted $14M in real estate, and built an investment portfolio in venture capital, fintech, and technology.Today he serves as SVP of Business Development at OLOS, an AI-powered multifamily development firm solving the attainable housing crisis through faith-based partnerships in Greater Los Angeles.Notable Quotes“Faith really means reliance, not just belief.” – Tarik Black“We’re all in sales. If I walk into a church and ask how many of us are responsible for the gospel, every hand needs to go up.” – Tarik Black“Feelings are a warning sign. They’re not a driver.” – Tarik Black“Pride is thinking anything of yourself that the Lord is not saying — low or high.” – Tarik BlackResources & LinksTarik Blackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tarik-black/https://www.instagram.com/tarikbblack/Jeff Gerhardthttps://priorityliving.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/https://x.com/jeffgerhardtResourcesThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.comLife Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/#FaithAndBusiness #PastorBlack #LeveragingSuccess #NBAFaith #BiblicalManhood #KingdomLeadership #WalkingOnWater #RelianceOnGod #BoldFaith #ChristianPodcast

June 2, 2026Episode 7634 min

How Great Marriages Drift Apart | Ep 76

You're committed to building a thriving marriage, but even the strongest partnerships can quietly erode under the pressure of high performance. In this powerful solo episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhart tackles "The Slow Fade" — the silent drift that ambushes many successful leaders and their marriages. He unpacks how good seasons can slowly turn into dangerous patterns if left unchecked.Jeff draws wisdom from Ephesians 5, shares the leaky tire warning from his mentor Pastor Brian, and opens up about a pivotal conversation with his wife Heather while walking their dogs in Southern California. You'll learn to recognize the early warning signs of drift, understand the difference between a hard season and a dangerous pattern, and discover practical ways to protect your covenant marriage while pursuing success.This episode is a must-listen for high-achieving leaders who want their marriage to not only survive but thrive as a beautiful picture of Christ’s love for the church.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro: The Slow Fade in High-Performing Marriages[03:10] Why Thriving Partnerships Require Lifelong Work[06:45] A Beautiful Wedding, The King Is Coming, and the Picture of Christ & the Church[10:20] Ephesians 5: Submission, Sacrifice, and High Standards in Marriage[15:30] The Leaky Tire Concept – How Slow Drifts Become Big Problems[18:50] Real-Life Signs of the Slow Fade (Logistics, Emotional Generosity, Vanishing Intimacy)[23:15] Hard Season vs. Dangerous Pattern – The Critical Diagnostic[27:40] The Dog Walk Conversation That Changed Everything with Heather[30:20] Practical Steps: Meta Conversations, Shared Activities, and Covenant Commitment[32:50] Closing Prayer & Final ChallengeNotable Quotes“It’s not task. It’s time. It’s not a checkbox. I can say we’ve got a great marriage and we’re done. It’s work for the rest of our lives.”“Nothing good in my life does not involve pain.”“Divorce that I have known wasn’t dramatic… it was this leaky tire concept.”“I’m the thermostat for my family.”“When performance is loudest, going back to your covenant commitment to Jesus and each other is a stabilizer.”“The slow fade doesn’t announce itself. It leaks like a nail in your tire until one day you’re stranded.”Resources & LinksJeff Gerharthttps://priorityliving.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/https://x.com/jeffgerhardtResourcesThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.comLife Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/The King Is Coming by John Bevere – https://a.co/d/0gjGnW6sHearing God by Dallas Willard – https://a.co/d/3wd09R6#TheSlowFade #ThrivingMarriage #Ephesians5 #KingdomMarriage #LeadershipAndMarriage #CovenantMarriage #HighPerformanceLeaders #PriorityLiving #TheMastersProgram #LeveragingSuccess #FaithAndFamily #MarriagePodcast #ChristianLeadership

May 27, 2026Episode 7552 min

Faith in the Fire with Steven Neuner | ep 75

You're busy building, pushing, and believing for more—but what happens when God interrupts your plans with fire?** In this powerful episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhart sits down with Steven Nooner, co-founder of Superpowers. They explore the day Steven’s newly rebuilt equipment shed burned down minutes after he declared “It is finished,” and how that moment became a powerful lesson in faith, stewardship, and kingdom leadership.Steven shares how he processed the loss, chose to praise God in the fire, and turned the situation into an opportunity to glorify Him. The conversation dives deep into why many entrepreneurs hit brick walls they should walk around, the power of journaling as an inventory of God’s favor, and what true kingdom leadership looks like when no one is watching.This episode is filled with wisdom on redemptive suffering, getting out of your own way, creating margin, and making daily deposits in what matters most.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro: Faith, Business & Legacy with Steven Nooner[03:10] The Shed That Burned Down Minutes After “It Is Finished”[08:45] Rebuilding, Reflection & Asking God the Hard Questions[14:20] Choosing Joy in the Fire & Glorifying God Through Crisis[21:30] Redemptive Suffering & Growing Intimacy with God[28:50] Why Entrepreneurs Hit Brick Walls & How to Get Out of Your Own Way[35:40] The Power of Journaling as an Inventory of God’s Favor[42:15] The Birth of Superpowers – From Personal Need to Kingdom Impact[47:20] What Kingdom Leadership Really Looks Like[51:10] Closing Thoughts & ChallengeOur GuestSteven Nooner is a co-founder of Superpowers, author, coach, family leader, and a kingdom-minded entrepreneur. He has built and scaled multiple businesses while prioritizing faith, family, and purposeful living. Steven is passionate about helping entrepreneurs get unstuck, build championship teams, and live with freedom and alignment.Notable Quotes- “Every single person—firefighter, insurance inspector—every person that comes through here, we have a chance to glorify God in this.” – Steven Nooner- “Journaling has been a huge part of me being able to look at all these answered prayers.” – Steven Nooner- “Sooner or later, someone’s got to make a deposit in the account. Vision without daily deposits is just hallucination.” – Steven Nooner- “I’m just trying to be faithful with whatever’s put in front of me.” – Steven Nooner- “Kingdom leadership is like compound interest—it’s the miracle of daily deposits.” – Steven NoonerResources & LinksSteven Nooner Superpowers: https://superpowershq.com Website: https://www.stevenjneuner.com Unstuck and Alive: https://www.unstuckandalive.com BarnHill Vineyards: https://www.barnhillvineyards.com Jeff Gerharthttps://priorityliving.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/ https://x.com/jeffgerhardt ResourcesThe King Is Coming by John Bevere - https://a.co/d/07n7CWAhHearing God by Dallas Willard - https://a.co/d/0bEtjjnyThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/ Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com The King Is Coming - https://a.co/d/0gjGnW6s#KingdomLeadership #FaithAndBusiness #EntrepreneurFaith #Journaling #RedemptiveSuffering #Superpowers #KingdomEntrepreneur #GetUnstuck #LeveragingSuccess #DailyDeposits #GodsFavor #FaithInCrisis

May 19, 2026Episode 7437 min

The Thriving Partnership Series | Episode 74

What if the most dangerous conversation in your marriage isn’t the one you’re having — it’s the one you’re avoiding?In Episode 3 of the Thriving Partnership series, Jeff Gerhardt tackles the money conversation that entrepreneurial couples avoid most. He reveals why variable income, differing risk tolerances, and blurred lines between business and household wealth create hidden tension — and gives you a practical framework to fix it.Jeff breaks money talks into three separate conversations every couple needs: Vision, Operations, and Risk. He shares personal stories from his entrepreneurial journey with Heather, practical prompts for date nights, the “oxygen mask” household floor, and why keeping these conversations distinct prevents arguments and builds trust.If money creates friction, anxiety, or silence in your marriage, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to align financially and move forward together.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro: The Money Conversation Entrepreneurial Couples Avoid Most[03:40] 10 Years In – Reflections on Entrepreneurship, Provision & Trusting God[07:20] Why Money Feels Different for Entrepreneurial Couples[11:10] The Three Essential Money Conversations: Vision, Operations & Risk[16:30] Vision Conversation – Financial Freedom, Legacy & Timeline[21:00] Operations Conversation – Budgets, Thresholds & Decision Triggers[24:50] Risk Conversation – Business Risk, Household Floor & “What If It Doesn’t Work?”[29:10] Business Wealth vs Household Wealth – Don’t Conflate the Two[32:40] Practical Tools, Oxygen Mask & Rules of Engagement (total runtime: 37:15)Notable Quotes“The money conversation you’ve been avoiding isn’t dangerous. Avoiding it is.” – Jeff Gerhardt“Faith is spelled R-I-S-K.” – Jeff Gerhardt“Most money arguments aren’t really about money — they’re about safety, control, trust, and being heard.” – Jeff Gerhardt“Business equity is not liquid household wealth.” – Jeff Gerhardt“Keep the three conversations separate: Vision, Operations, and Risk.” – Jeff GerhardtResources & LinksJeff Gerhardthttps://priorityliving.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/https://x.com/jeffgerhardtResourcesThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.comLife Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/Inheritolatry by Jim Wise – https://a.co/d/04h2h5JOThe Finish Line Podcast – https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialFinishLinePodcastMonarch Money App – https://www.monarch.com#ThrivingPartnership #MoneyInMarriage #EntrepreneurialMarriage #KingdomFinance #VisionOperationsRisk #FinancialAlignment #HouseholdFloor #FaithAndFinance #BusinessAndMarriage #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #EternalLegacy

May 11, 2026Episode 7333 min

GOD IS MY SEO with Michael Holmes | Ep 73

What if your work could be known for more than competence — but for genuine love and soul? In this powerful episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with Michael Holmes, founder of Holmes Law Group in Dallas — a firm known as “Lawyers with souls.”Michael shares his raw faith journey, including how two bouts with cancer moved him from a “Sunday Christian” to a fully committed follower of Jesus. They explore what it looks like to build a kingdom-minded law firm in a high-pressure profession — loving clients so well they feel cared for (even when you can’t take their case), treating employees like family, and creating a culture that stands out.Jeff coaches Michael on casting a compelling vision to attract top talent, buying back his time, and stepping into proactive leadership. They also discuss the exciting spiritual momentum building in the DFW area and the potential for real kingdom revival.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro: Lawyers with Souls – Michael Holmes[02:40] Michael’s Faith Journey: From Sunday Christian to Full Surrender (Cancer + Law School)[06:20] Building a Different Kind of Law Firm – Loving Clients & Employees Well[10:50] The Challenge of Attracting Kingdom-Minded Talent[14:30] Future Vision Casting – One Year From Now Story[19:10] Culture, Storytelling & Recruitment Videos[22:40] Time Management, Delegation & Buying Back Margin[26:30] DFW Revival Potential – Kingdom Impact in Business & the City[30:10] Closing Prayer & Final Thoughts Our GuestMichael Holmes is the founder of Holmes Law Group, a Dallas-based firm known as “Lawyers with Souls.” After a powerful faith journey shaped by law school and overcoming cancer, Michael is committed to building a kingdom-focused law practice that loves clients and team members exceptionally well. He’s passionate about creating long-term impact through both legal excellence and genuine care.Notable Quotes“Lawyers with souls.” – Holmes Law Group Tagline“I felt like I was a Sunday Christian… Cancer got my attention.” – Michael Holmes“The number one feedback we get is ‘I really felt cared for by you.’” – Michael Holmes“God is our SEO.” – Michael Holmes“We are in ‘for such a time as this’ in DFW.” – Michael HolmesResources & LinksMicheal Holmeshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelholmeslegal/https://holmeslawgroup.comJeff Gerhardthttps://priorityliving.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/https://x.com/jeffgerhardtResourcesHolmes Law Group - https://holmeslawgroup.comThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.comLife Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/#KingdomBusiness #LawyersWithSouls #FaithAtWork #DFWRevival #KingdomLeadership #BusinessAsMinistry #HolmesLawGroup #EternalImpact #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #ChristianEntrepreneur

April 29, 2026Episode 7252 min

The Real Bottleneck in Your Business with Josh Doyle | Ep 72

What if the biggest risk in your business isn’t moving forward — it’s staying exactly where you are?In this rich conversation on Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with Josh Doyle — co-founder of Uncharted Adventures, host of the No Longer Nomads podcast, and son of Tom Doyle.Together they explore the real challenges of scaling a business beyond bootstrapping: defining clear roles with a business partner, navigating different risk tolerances, hiring your first team members, and stepping into your natural gifting instead of grinding in areas that drain you. Josh shares openly about the tension of long sales cycles, geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East, and the decision of when to bring on help to go further faster.Jeff coaches Josh live through vision casting, the “Who Not How” mindset, and creating a compelling picture for his brother Tommy. They also talk about the life-changing power of trips to Israel and invite listeners to join an upcoming 10-day journey with Tom Doyle this October.If you’re a business owner or leader feeling the tension between current capacity and future growth, this episode is packed with practical wisdom.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro: Scaling Beyond Bootstrapping with Josh Doyle[03:10] Uncharted Adventures – Navigating Growth, Roles & Geopolitical Challenges[07:20] Defining Roles Between Brothers – Operations, Finance, Client Success & Vision Casting[11:50] The Real Cost of Staying the Same vs. The Risk of Hiring[16:30] Vision Casting Exercise – What Does Success Look Like One Year From Now?[22:40] The Gap Between Current Reality and Future Vision[27:10] Processing Risk with a Business Partner Who Sees It Differently[32:50] Who Not How, Rocket Fuel & Multiplying Through People & Systems[38:20] Operating in Your Natural Gifting Instead of Grinding[43:10] The Life-Changing Power of Israel Trips & Upcoming October Journey[48:30] Closing Prayer & Final Thoughts (total runtime: 52:50)Our GuestJosh Doyle is the co-founder of Uncharted Adventures, a company he launched with his brother Tommy in 2020 that organizes transformative trips to Israel, Greece, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and beyond. He is also the host of the No Longer Nomads podcast. As the son of Tom Doyle, Josh brings a unique passion for helping people experience the Bible and the Middle East in powerful, life-changing ways.Notable Quotes“What if the biggest risk in your business isn’t moving forward — it’s staying exactly where you are?” – Jeff Gerhardt“We’re acclimated to our existing circumstances that have risk already attached to them. There’s risk in not hiring just as much as there is in hiring.” – Jeff Gerhardt“Leaders times people times enterprise is a multiplier you simply can’t get on your own.” – Jeff Gerhardt“I want to operate in my natural gifting and not spend my day doing things that drain me.” – Josh Doyle“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is today.” – Jeff GerhardtResources & LinksJosh DoyleLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-doyle-9580b6a2/Uncharted Adventures: https://unchartedadventures.co/about/Uncharted Ministries: https://unchartedministries.com/about-us/Jeff Gerhardthttps://priorityliving.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/https://x.com/jeffgerhardtResourceshttps://unchartedadventures.co/priorityliving/Uncharted Adventures - https://unchartedadventures.comNo Longer Nomads Podcast – Hosted by Josh DoyleThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.comLife Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/#UnchartedAdventures #BusinessGrowth #ScalingABusiness #WhoNotHow #KingdomBusiness #IsraelTrip #LeadershipPartnership #RiskAndFaith #NaturalGifting #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #MiddleEastTravel

April 21, 2026Episode 7129 min

No Roles = No Peace at Home | Ep 71

What if the biggest source of friction in your marriage isn’t your personalities? It’s that nobody ever defined who’s in charge of what.In this practical solo episode of Leveraging Success (Episode 2 of the Thriving Partnership series), Jeff Gerhardt brings the proven Four Chairs framework home to your marriage and family. He shows high-capacity kingdom leaders exactly how to eliminate chaos by clarifying roles, decision-making lanes, and the “gavel holder” responsibility—without turning your home into a dictatorship.Jeff walks through the five decision-making modes every leader needs, applies the Work, Wealth, Woo, and Wisdom chairs to household operations, and gives biblical clarity on men as chief spiritual officers while honoring a true 51/49 partnership. If you’ve ever argued in the car about dinner, fought over the calendar, or felt the quiet tension of undefined lanes, this episode delivers the simple system that creates peace, order, and multiplied impact at home.In This Episode[00:00] Episode Intro: The Real Source of Marriage Friction – Undefined Roles & Lanes [02:50] Business Structure vs. Home Chaos – Why Most Couples “Figure It Out as We Go” [05:40] Men as Gavel Holder – The 51/49 Leadership Model & Why It Matters for Your Kids [08:30] The 5 Decision-Making Modes Every Couple Needs (Decide & Announce → Delegate) [13:20] How to Announce the Decision Process & Actually Declare “Decision Made” [16:10] Bringing the Four Chairs Home – Work, Wealth, Woo & Wisdom in Your Household [20:40] Spiritual Leadership – Husbands as Chief Spiritual Officers & Daily Scripture Example [24:10] Practical Mantras, Role Clarity & Homework for You & Your Spouse [27:30] Teaser for Episode 3 (The Money Conversation) + Priority Gathering Invitation Notable Quotes“What if the biggest source of friction in your marriage isn’t your personalities? It’s that nobody ever defined who’s in charge of what.” – Jeff Gerhardt “Men, you are the gavel holder… but you must operate as a 51% leader with your wife holding 49% equity.” – Jeff Gerhardt “Decide and announce is the fastest tool in the bag—use it when the house is on fire.” – Jeff Gerhardt “Whoever has the steering wheel has the accountability.” – Jeff Gerhardt “The friction isn’t usually a personality problem. It’s a role-definition problem.” – Jeff Gerhardt “If they’re under your roof, they go to church. Non-negotiable.” – Jeff Gerhardt Resources & LinksJeff Gerhardt https://priorityliving.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/ https://x.com/jeffgerhardt ResourcesThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/ Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com Life Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/ #ThrivingPartnership #FourChairsFramework #MarriageRoles #GavelHolder #KingdomMarriage #51/49Leadership #DecisionMaking #SpiritualLeadership #WorkWealthWooWisdom #EternalLegacy #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #FaithAndFamily

April 6, 2026Episode 7033 min

Success Means Nothing If You Lose This with Anderson Mohle | Ep 70

What does it look like to lead when your life is full and your calling is still expanding?In this powerful episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with Anderson Mohle—father of five, entrepreneur, and kingdom multiplier who’s scaling Connected Realty and his custom home business while building generational wealth systems that last for eternity.Anderson opens up about the routines, relationships, and radical obedience that keep his marriage, kids, and faith rock-solid even as his platform grows. From 5 AM time with the Lord and a prayer journal that turns everyday life into testimony, to weekly one-on-one discipleship with his children, to flipping from behind-the-scenes work to face-to-face relationship building—this conversation is packed with practical wisdom on staying anchored, killing criticism, and turning business into legacy.If you’re a high-capacity leader who wants your home, marriage, and mission to thrive while your calling expands, this episode will give you the blueprint.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro: Leading When Life Is Full & Your Calling Is Still Expanding[02:10] Business Growth + Kingdom Leadership: Challenges & Opportunities[05:40] Routines That Create a Launching Pad – Family First, Then Expansion[09:05] 5 AM with the Lord, Prayer Journal & Creating an Aroma of Testimony[12:15] Killing Criticism & Weekly One-on-One Discipleship with the Kids[15:50] One-Year Vision for 2027: 10x Testimonies & Deeper Dependence on God[18:40] Strategy Shift – From Systems to Relationships & Generational Wealth[21:50] Meta Performer Mindset: Standing in the Gap for People & Doing Life Together[25:20] Roots of Complaining & the Power of Self-Awareness[28:00] Anderson’s Story: From College Ministry Dreams to Business as Mission[30:45] Advice to His 20-Year-Old Self + Coaching Time Scarcity Today[32:40] Closing Prayer & Final Thoughts (total runtime: 33:19)Our GuestAnderson Mohle is a father of five, entrepreneur, and kingdom multiplier who owns Connected Realty and a custom home building business while helping families build generational wealth systems that outlast them.With a background in ministry and a passion for discipleship, Anderson integrates faith into every area of life—business, family, and legacy. He’s a graduate of The Master’s Program, committed to non-negotiable routines that keep his marriage, kids, and walk with God thriving amid rapid business growth. Anderson lives with his wife and five children, focusing on restoring people, building relationships, and creating impact that echoes into eternity.Notable Quotes“These consistencies have helped us develop… it’s like a launching pad to where my wife can say, ‘Hey, I want you out there every week working and I want you home for two dinners a week.’” – Anderson Mohle“We’re creating this loop where our language and our discussions just become this aroma of testimony to God.” – Anderson Mohle“Never complain, never blame, never criticize.” – Anderson Mohle“The lie was… if you work at a church… that person is doing something that’s more right, more better in God’s eyes.” – Anderson Mohle“All things compound over time.” – Anderson MohleResources & LinksJeff Gerhardthttps://priorityliving.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/https://x.com/jeffgerhardtAnderson Mohlehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/anderson-mohle-0775224b/https://custombuilderconnection.com/https://www.instagram.com/andersonmohle/ResourcesPriority Gathering – April 22-24 | DallasThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.comLife Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/#KingdomLeadership #GenerationalWealth #FaithAndFamily #RoutinesThatWork #MetaPerformer #KingdomMultiplier #BusinessAsMission #PrayerJournal #LegacyBuilding #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #TheMastersProgram #PriorityGathering

March 31, 2026Episode 6928 min

Your spouse is your greatest business asset | Ep 69

What if the greatest competitive advantage in your business life isn't your strategy, your team, or your capital? It's your marriage. In this eye-opening solo episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt kicks off a powerful 5-part series called “Thriving Partnership” by making the case that your spouse is your #1 asset—and most high-capacity leaders are quietly leaking value because they don’t treat marriage that way.Jeff shares raw, vulnerable stories from his own 30+ years of travel and a season overseas where success at work almost cost him connection at home. He exposes the “slow leak” that quietly erodes marriages (not one big blow-up), the dangerous difference between contract thinking and covenant love, and why the same drive that builds empires can create emotional distance at home. This episode flips the script: a thriving marriage doesn’t just survive your success—it multiplies your leadership, clarity, and decisions.If you’re a kingdom leader who wants your business to thrive without sacrificing what matters most, this conversation (and the entire series) will challenge and equip you.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro: Is Your Marriage Your Greatest Competitive Advantage?[03:10] The Slow Leak – How Most Marriages Actually End (It’s Not Dramatic)[06:40] Jeff’s Personal Story: Missing His Wife & the Shoe on the Other Foot[09:50] Why a Struggling Marriage Creates Drag on Every Business Decision[12:30] Contract vs Covenant – Why Contracts Have Exit Clauses (and Covenants Don’t)[16:20] Jeff’s Overseas Season: 10X Growth, Drift, Sacrifice & the Pregnancy Miracle[20:10] Covenant Love: Emulating Christ’s Unconditional Commitment[22:40] Strong Marriage = Real Competitive Advantage (Clarity, Stability & Better Decisions)[24:50] Priority Gathering Invitation + Thriving Partnership 5-Part Series Preview[27:00] Closing Challenge: Apply Your Best Leadership to Your MarriageNotable Quotes“What if the greatest competitive advantage in your business life isn’t your strategy, your team, or your capital? It’s your marriage.” – Jeff Gerhardt“Most high-capacity leaders don’t blow up their marriages in one dramatic moment. It’s a slow leak.” – Jeff Gerhardt“Contracts have exit clauses. Covenants don’t.” – Jeff Gerhardt“The same drive and intensity that builds a great company can quietly erode a great marriage.” – Jeff Gerhardt“A strong marriage multiplies your leadership capacity, clarity at home, clarity in the boardroom, and better decisions under pressure.” – Jeff Gerhardt“If I applied my best leadership to this relationship, what would I do differently?” – Jeff GerhardtResources & LinksJeff Gerhardt https://priorityliving.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/https://x.com/jeffgerhardtResources Priority Gathering – April 22-24 DallasThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.comLife Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/ #ThrivingMarriage #CovenantMarriage #MarriageAsAsset #KingdomLeadership #SlowLeak #ThrivingPartnership #PriorityGathering #BusinessAndMarriage #CovenantNotContract #EternalLegacy #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #FaithAndFamily