Resilient Faith at Work

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Welcome to the Resilient Faith at Work Podcast—insight and inspiration to thrive at work and in your Christian faith. One requirement for thriving is developing the capacity to handle adversity. In other words, you need to be resilient. Join hosts Sarah Evers, Ken Kinard, and Dr. Chip Roper, career coaches and leadership experts at the VOCA Center, as they share personal examples and best practices of resilience and invite guest speakers to do the same. You will hear stories of resilience from executives, authors, church leaders, and more. Learn to flourish as you build a resilient faith at work.

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45 min

YAAMO 2: Turning to Faith at Work

Dr. Chip Roper, Ken Kinard, and Sarah Evers respond to FOMO by asserting YAAMO: You Are Already Missing Out. In this second part of the series, they look at where people turn for solace or help when faced with a challenge at work.This year’s research revealed a clear pattern: most people don’t utilize spiritual resources when facing a work-related problem. So, if you are like most workers, you are already missing out. Let’s look at the data, why this is less than the ideal, and then explore alternatives so you don’t have to miss out.Connect with VOCAIf you would like to engage with our team at VOCA Center, or would like to partner with us as a donor, let's connect.YAAMO: You Are Already Missing OutTheology of Work ProjectBrother Lawrence (1614–1691)Schedule a ConsultGive to VOCA Center

46 min

YAAMO 1: Joy to the Work

Dr. Chip Roper, Sarah Evers, and Ken Kinard respond to FOMO by asserting YAAMO: You Are Already Missing Out. In this first part in the series, they look at where people find joy at work and what you can do to increase your joy.Connect with VOCAIf you would like to engage with our team at VOCA Center, or would like to partner with us as a donor, let's connect.Joy to the Work: Our love-hate relationships with our jobsSchedule a ConsultGive to VOCA Center

37 min

Life@Work by Faith

Dr. Chip Roper, Sarah Evers, and Ken Kinard reflect on the 2024 Life@Work research by faith. They look at what the results tell us about what gives us joy and challenge at work, based on our faith practices, and where we turn for help with our work challenges.Connect with VOCAIf you would like to engage with our team at VOCA Center, or would like to partner with us as a donor, let's connect.Buy the Life@Work 2024 ReportSchedule a ConsultGive to VOCA Center

44 min

Life@Work by Role

Dr. Chip Roper, Sarah Evers, and Ken Kinard reflect on the 2024 Life@Work research by role. They look at what the results tell us about what gives us joy and challenge at work, based on our position in the organization, and where we turn for help with our work challenges.Connect with VOCAIf you would like to engage with our team at VOCA Center, or would like to partner with us as a donor, let's connect.Buy the Life@Work 2024 ReportThe "Like-Me" FallacySchedule a ConsultGive to VOCA Center

40 min

Life@Work and Race

Dr. Chip Roper, Ken Kinard, and Liz Sastre reflect on the 2024 Life@Work research by race. They look at what the results tell us about what gives us joy and challenge at work, based on our racial background, and where we turn for help with our work challenges.Connect with VOCAIf you would like to engage with our team at VOCA Center, or would like to partner with us as a donor, let's connect.The Tricky Thing About EthnicitySchedule a ConsultGive to VOCA Center

41 min

Life@Work by Industry

After relaying their solar eclipse stories, Ken Kinard, Sarah Evers and Dr. Chip Roper reflect on the 2024 Life@Work research by industry. They look at what the results tell us about what gives us joy and challenge at work, based on the kind of work we do, and where we turn for help with our work challenges.Connect with VOCAIf you would like to engage with our team at VOCA Center, or would like to partner with us as a donor, let's connect.Industry: The Ultimate DivideSchedule a ConsultGive to VOCA Center

31 min

Life@Work by Gender featuring Ka Cotter

In this episode, Ken Kinard and Sarah Evers interview Ka (Kay) Cotter, one of the newest coaches on our team. Reflecting on the 2024 Life@Work research by gender provided the opportunity to delve into Ka's career as one of the first women in the commercial real estate industry in Dallas, Texas. She shared what it's like to be the only woman in the room, and how she turned that into a competitive advantage to grow the business.Connect with VOCAIf you would like to engage with our team at VOCA Center, or would like to partner with us as a donor, let's connect.Not So Different, Gender DifferencesSchedule a ConsultGive to VOCA CenterKa Cotter's bio

40 min

Life@Work by Generation

In this episode, Dr. Chip Roper, Ken Kinard, and Shauna Cousino discuss the latest findings from our 2024 Life@Work research. We break down the joys and challenges at work by generation to better understand how similar and different these generations are experiencing work. These findings prompt us to ask, "Are the faithful at work an endangered species?"Need Career Coaching?From time to time, we all reflect on our lives and consider if a change is needed. Maybe it's time for a new job or a big career shift. But changing jobs can be stressful and time consuming. If you are filling out job applications, waiting to hear back from hiring managers, and it’s going nowhere, then maybe it’s time for a different approach. Or maybe you’re not sure if you should make a move and want help exploring the options. Our Career Navigator program is designed to give you clarity, refined messaging, and a plan to make your next career move. For more information, visit https://www.vocacenter.org/careernavigator.Connect with VOCAIf you would like to engage with our team at VOCA Center, or would like to partner with us as a donor, let's connect.Are the Faithful at Work an Endangered Species? (blog post)Schedule a ConsultGive to VOCA CenterCareer NavigatorBurnout Recovery Program

46 min

Employee Reviews Are Coming

In this episode, Dr. Chip Roper, Ken Kinard, and Sarah Evers discuss the predicted increasing frequency and intensity of employee performance reviews. The discussion journeys from the Wall Street Journal's prediction to the Johari Window to our best practices for dealing with a performance review when you get one.Need Career Coaching?This is the season when many people reflect on their lives and what needs to change in the new year. Maybe it's time for a new job or a big career shift. But changing jobs can be stressful and time consuming. If you are filling out job applications, waiting to hear back from hiring managers, and it’s going nowhere, then maybe it’s time for a different approach. Or maybe you’re not sure if you should make a move and want help exploring the options. Our Career Navigator program is designed to give you clarity, refined messaging, and a plan to make your next career move. For more information, visit https://www.vocacenter.org/careernavigator.Connect with VOCAIf you would like to engage with our team at VOCA Center, or would like to partner with us as a donor, let's connect.Schedule a ConsultGive to VOCA CenterCareer NavigatorBurnout Recovery Program

46 min

Bringing Your Whole Self to Work is Overrated

In this episode, Dr. Chip Roper, Sarah Evers, and Ken Kinard discuss the positive and negative aspects of the current trend of "bringing your whole self to work".Need Career Coaching?This is the season when many people reflect on their lives and what needs to change in the new year. Maybe it's time for a new job or a big career shift. But changing jobs can be stressful and time consuming. If you are filling out job applications, waiting to hear back from hiring managers, and it’s going nowhere, then maybe it’s time for a different approach. Or maybe you’re not sure if you should make a move and want help exploring the options. Our Career Navigator program is designed to give you clarity, refined messaging, and a plan to make your next career move. For more information, visit https://www.vocacenter.org/careernavigator.Connect with VOCAIf you would like to engage with our team at VOCA Center, or would like to partner with us as a donor, let's connect.Schedule a ConsultGive to VOCA CenterCareer Navigator