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/

The words we use don’t just describe reality—they create it. In this episode, Stephen unpacks how language directly shapes student identity and school culture, and why every teacher, parent, and leader is really a Chief Repeating Officer. He explores the flywheel of the entrepreneurial mindset—how growth mindset leads to grit, grit leads to redefining failure, and failure redefined leads to opportunity seeking. Along the way, Stephen shares three simple but powerful language swaps you can start using today to transform the way students see themselves and their potential. If you’ve ever wondered how to intentionally build a culture that fuels entrepreneurial thinking, this episode will give you the clarity and practical tools to start right now.

In this episode of Entrepreneurial Mindset for Transformative Education, Stephen Carter sits down with Tawanna Rusk, Assistant Director at CESA and former Associate Head of School at Mount Paran Christian in Atlanta. Together, they explore how entrepreneurship education is reshaping Christian schools by cultivating grit, creativity, and responsibility in students.

From student-run businesses that serve as real-world laboratories, to the power of mentorship and teacher-as-coach models, Tawanna shares practical insights on how schools can move beyond electives to create a culture of innovation. The conversation highlights how initiatives like Personal Responsibility Time (PRT) prepare students for college and life, why collaboration across disciplines transforms learning, and how CESA supports schools in staying mission-true while pursuing academic excellence.

Whether you’re a head of school, principal, teacher, or parent, this episode offers inspiration and actionable takeaways on how to build Christ-centered entrepreneurial programs that transform both students and school culture.

Listen - EVERY school should be working toward the creation of a culture where the entrepreneurial mindset can flourish, but this culture does not happen on its own. It requires intentional language and key measurements to allow the right amount of FREEDOM, AUTONOMY, and RESOURCES for teachers to embrace innovation in order to drive student engagement. In this episode, Stephen Carter breaks down how this culture at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy enabled the entrepreneurship program to not only start (13 years ago) but to grow at an incredible rate and gain national attention. Culture is key to everything when it comes to school innovation.

In this episode, Stephen Carter sits down with longtime mentor and former Head of School at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, Randy Brunk, to explore what happens when school leaders embrace a culture of yes.

For 18 years, Randy led CHCA through seasons of growth, experimentation, and deep cultural transformation—laying the groundwork for what would become one of the most replicated K–12 entrepreneurship programs in Christian education. Together, they unpack how thoughtful risk-taking, teacher empowerment, and student engagement converge to build thriving, innovative schools rooted in faith.

You’ll hear stories about:

– Launching groundbreaking programs like Personal Responsibility Time (PRT) and the Teacher Innovation Fund
– Why student engagement—not tradition—is the best metric for success
– What heads of school can do right now to foster flourishing and innovation
– How “minimum viable risk” creates space for big ideas to grow
– The power of saying yes—even when the outcome isn’t guaranteed

Whether you’re a head of school, principal, or educator looking to ignite something new in your school, this conversation is packed with real-world wisdom and actionable takeaways.

Connect with Stephen to get started with entrepreneurship at your school by visiting https://www.seedtreegroup.com/ and connect with Randy at https://next-ed.com/

In this episode, Stephen Carter sits down with Kathie Davis—educator, creative advocate, and leadership champion—to explore the powerful idea that artists are entrepreneurs. Together, they unpack how schools can help creative students see themselves as leaders and changemakers, not just performers or hobbyists. Drawing from her work at Sacred Heart Schools in Louisville, Kathie shares how integrating entrepreneurship and leadership into the fabric of education can transform how students think, create, and contribute. Whether you’re an arts educator, school leader, or parent, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and equip you with a vision for empowering every student to launch with purpose.

Want to bring this to your school?
Reach out to Stephen@seedtreegroup.com or visit seedtreegroup.com to start the conversation.