In this episode of the Entrepreneurial Mindset for Transformative Education podcast, Stephen Carter unpacks the idea of a Unique Value Proposition (UVP)—the clear reason people choose you over anyone else. More than a catchy slogan, your UVP is the heart of value creation: identifying problems, understanding your audience, and delivering solutions that matter.

Stephen shares how students can practice this skill through real-world entrepreneurship projects, including the surprising story of a student who turned a “gross” idea into a business with a powerful UVP. He also explains why schools themselves must define and communicate their UVP if they want to stand out in a crowded educational landscape.

Whether you’re an educator, a leader, or simply someone interested in building an entrepreneurial mindset, this episode will challenge you to clarify your value and communicate it with confidence.

In this episode, Stephen Carter talks with Dr. Scott Harsh about Greater Atlanta Christian School's journey to integrate spiritual formation, academic excellence, and business innovation into a cohesive student experience. They discuss how to personalize learning, curate each student’s path, and build a culture that’s “obsessed with finding a better way.” You’ll hear how the Spartan Café became more than a coffee shop—serving as a living lab for leadership, revenue, hospitality, and real-world problem solving—and how that space fits into a broader ecosystem of innovation. The conversation closes with a practical challenge to Christian school leaders: why now is the moment to say “yes” to disciplined, mission-aligned change.

What makes education truly transformative? How can schools move beyond academics to ignite passion, grit, and purpose in students?

In this episode, Stephen Carter sits down with Chad McDaniel, Senior School Advisor at World Vision, who has visited Christian schools across the country and seen firsthand what engages students at the deepest level. Together, they explore how connecting entrepreneurship with global impact creates powerful opportunities for students to flourish—by helping others flourish.

You’ll hear stories of middle schoolers running cross country for clean water, high school biology classes turning science lessons into entrepreneurial ventures, and schools redefining success by measuring impact instead of just dollars. Along the way, Chad and Stephen unpack:

• What separates a “good” school from a transformative one
• How the entrepreneurial mindset (growth mindset, grit, redefining failure, opportunity seeking) shows up in unexpected ways
• The role of mission clarity in avoiding drift while embracing innovation
• Why giving students ownership and tying learning to purpose unlocks engagement like nothing else

Whether you’re a school leader, teacher, or parent, this episode will inspire you to rethink how your community prepares students—not just for college or career, but for a life of calling and impact.

Resources & Links:

• Connect with Chad McDaniel: cmcdaniel@worldvision.org
• Learn more about World Vision Ignite: https://www.worldvision.org/ignite/
• Follow Stephen Carter and Seed Tree Group: https://www.seedtreegroup.com/