Repurposing Business

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A podcast encouraging business owners, entrepreneurs and leaders to get their business into God's business, and to do business for more than just the bottom line. The podcast explores capital, leadership, generosity, work-life integration and societal transformation. Brett Johnson interviews leaders from around the world on topics including Web3, AI, kingdom economics and finding meaning at work in a post-pandemic era. -- Brett Johnson, brettjohnson.biz

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December 13, 2023Episode 231 hr 0 min

Households with Shadi Awad

In today’s special 200th episode, Brett is joined by Shadi Awad, CEO of Technagy I.T. In January 2023, Shadi had a conversation with Brett that changed the trajectory of his life. Listen in as they unpack The Power of Households… also the title of Brett’s latest book. If you’d like to get a copy of the book, you can follow this link: https://t.ly/EBcqz Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

December 6, 2023Episode 2221 min

LEMONpreneur with Brett Johnson

In this prelude to the LEMONpreneur course, Brett takes a look at some of the reasons that businesses and startups fail: it is not the usual list of lack of funds, marketing failures or a poor MVP. This episode looks at the WHO of leadership and helping leaders build teams that increase the probability of success. For more details on the course, you can follow this link: https://www.brettjohnson.biz/lemonpreneur Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

November 29, 2023Episode 2123 min

Thanksgiving with Brett Johnson

In this episode, Brett delves into the benefits of celebrating Thanksgiving, and taking time to be thankful for what we have. He unpacks some of the powerful effects of being grateful for the people around us and the opportunities we have had. Some of the blessings of Thanksgiving include: * Taking our focus off of ourselves * Developing a positive outlook * Counting your blessings as opposed to your struggles * Re-establishing our priorities such as our relationships with one another * Looking back on wondrous things that have happened to you over the years * Stops us from holding onto offense Join in as Brett gives thanks this holiday season, and enjoy the episode! Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

November 22, 2023Episode 2031 min

Should you hire people to pray? with Brett Johnson

In this episode, Brett dives into 5 simple truths we can use to impact our business world. Brett gives business leaders these 5 steps to use to bring marketplace impact in all areas of their business and life. Issues covered in this episode also include: * should we hire people to pray for our business? * Keeping our business practices set apart from others. * Finding out the Kingdom way of doing business * Resolving bad business relationships to release growth * Doing things differently than the rest of the world, even when it is hard. All this and more in this episode. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

October 30, 2023Episode 1942 min

Keep Going, Keep Sending with Brett Johnson

Today Brett sits down to share stories of how ordinary people have turned business trips into mission trips and seen the lives and businesses of others change forever. Brett dives into how we can make our regular business or work trips into extraordinary experiences as we seek to engage with those with whom we do business. In this episode, Brett dives into: Being “ready to go,” in every season.How we can positively impact those with whom we do business by listening to their stories and seeking the good of their business.Many personal stories of people making extraordinary marketplace impact as they went about their work.How to be ready always to make a marketplace impact, wherever you are. How to mobilise others to make an impact wherever they go. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

October 19, 2023Episode 1820 min

The Season Changed & I Missed It with Brett Johnson

Have you ever had a moment in which you woke up and realised you had missed something important? That something had changed and you had not been aware of it? Today Brett discusses one of those moments in his life. In this short, episode he touches on topics like capital in the early years of his marketplace ministry, how we can give generously to become Kingdom investments and how to transform society with a holistic view of capital that is not just financial in nature. If you would like access to the chapter Brett spoke about, you can follow this link: https://www.brettjohnson.biz/resources Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

October 4, 2023Episode 1725 min

A Knife-Edge in History with Brett Johnson

Sometimes life can feel like a knife’s-edge. Things can very easily go well, but at the same time, they could go quite badly. While some things are getting better in the world, others are only getting worse. It appears as though the very foundations we know are crumbling beneath our feet, and what we once believed to be true is no longer relevant. In today’s episode, Brett sits down to unpack 10 key factors that can shift our perspective from an earthly one to an eternal one. These 10 factors will help us operate in a kingdom mindset, aiming towards a different goal, all of which seem contrary to the culture in our current world. Don’t forget to check out the latest blog “A Knife-Edge in History”. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

September 13, 2023Episode 161 hr 2 min

AI and LEMON Leadership: What will you ask AI? with Vernon Hyndman

Vernon Hyndman is a versatile professional with a multifaceted career spanning biomedical engineering, entrepreneurship, and pastoral roles. With a doctorate in Ministry, Semiotics, and Future Studies from George Fox University and a master's in Entrepreneurial ministry from Tabor College, he's mastered the art of decoding cultural symbols and their impact on communication and can operate in the marketplace. Vernon's dynamic experiences reflect his commitment to innovation, personal growth, and making a positive impact. In this episode, Brett sits down with Vernon to discuss how people with different leadership styles can wield AI technology in the Web3 era. They examine how each of the LEMON Leadership styles; Luminaries, Entrepreneurs, Managers, Organisers, and Networkers, can each use AI to help them make a greater marketplace impact. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

August 2, 2023Episode 151 hr 2 min

The Good, The Bad and The Possible, with Elijah Low

Elijah Low, the author of Amazon's best-selling book "Navigating AI with Faith," is an accomplished strategy consultant specializing in both the private and public sectors. He boasts a diverse client base spanning the United States, Australia, and Asia, where he offers astute strategy development guidance. Elijah's true passion lies in the transformation of cities and communities, where he focuses on enhancing residents' quality of life. This dedication led him to create a revolutionary economic growth model, playing a pivotal role in establishing a successful special economic zone. In this episode, Brett and Elijah discuss the future possibilities of Artificial Intelligence. From the possibilities for immense positive impact to the future dangers that may lie around the corner for this technology, they look at how AI could have a greater impact on the world than the creation of the internet. They also unpack how we can respond and engage with this emerging technology while navigating our ever-changing world. To buy a copy of Elijah’s book, follow this link. To join his Facebook group, click here. Follow his Instagram here. Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.

July 26, 2023Episode 1450 min

Mobile Home or Stepping Stone with Franco Perez

Join Brett and Franco as they discuss a hugely misunderstood but powerful movement that has helped many become homeowners in recent years. Brett and Franco discuss mobile homes and the modern mobile-home market that has proven to be an affordable and achievable way for young and financially disenfranchised people to become homeowners. They discuss how the housing market prices put many young and middle-income people out of the option of buying their first home, but how mobile homes have become a modern and affordable stepping stone to becoming a homeowner and growing equity. Find Franco here: www.franco.tv Connect with Brett Johnson on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit brettjohnson.biz for articles, devotionals, and more.