What does your company culture say about you as a leader? Culture is defined as the shared attitudes, values, goals, and practices that characterize your organization.

But often, company culture is unintentionally shaped by what you do, not what you say. What you do says more about your culture than what you say.

Today we're talking with Brandi Kelly, who has journeyed from social worker to superintendent to CEO of Spark HOPE EDU.

After climbing the education ladder and reaching the top, Brandi discovered that success without fulfillment was taking a toll on her health and stealing her sense of purpose. The higher she climbed, the further she got from the people she wanted to serve.

So, Brandi started Spark HOPE EDU and is passionate about bringing hope back to burnt-out leaders who feel lost and under pressure to perform. She helps them rediscover their purpose, lead themselves well, and create cultures where people feel valued as human beings—not just employees.

Join us for an honest conversation about the cost of striving, the power of practicing the pause, and why HOPE is the leadership quality your team needs most right now.

Redeem Your Business Today by the Following:

How can we honor God in our business?

Surrender your striving.

God reminded Brandi to "be still and know that I am God." You can do all things through Christ who gives you strength, but you have to give it to Him first.

Be a dealer in hope—your people want to know there's a brighter future ahead. When you lead with hope, you foster trust, compassion, and stability in your organization.

One challenge from today:

Practice the pause.

When emotions run high and people push your buttons, take a step back and take a deep breath. A leader who brings calm brings stability to the organization.

Start tomorrow by checking in with your people as human beings, not just employees. Ask "How are you?" and not just about their projects. People are craving connection because that's how God wired us.

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Website: www.sparkhopeedu.com

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Are you doing business alone, or are you part of a community of believers who support each other?

In business, it's easy to feel isolated, making decisions on your own, wondering if other Christian business owners face the same challenges. But what if there was a place where believers could connect and support each other in both business and life?

Today we are talking with Mina Carlson, President and CEO of the Arizona Christian Chamber of Commerce and head of the U.S. Christian Chamber of Commerce Coalition.

The original Chamber of Commerce was founded over 400 years ago, built on faith in God and a commitment to strengthen business and serve the community. Over time, many chambers lost sight of that original purpose, becoming more focused on influence rather than service. Today, God is restoring that original vision through the U.S. Christian Chamber of Commerce.

The U.S. Christian Chamber of Commerce started just two years ago and is about more than just networking. It’s about conscious capital, keeping your dollars in the Christian community, and supporting believers in everything from dentistry to car repairs.

Join us as Mina shares stories of Chambers putting their faith into action in their communities. This is about relationships, not transactions.

Redeem Your Business Today by the Following:

How can we honor God in our business? Wear the Holy Spirit like a garment each day. Like David checked with God before every battle, seek God's direction daily in your business. Prayer is our most powerful tool.

One challenge from today: Be intentional about supporting Christian businesses in your community. Who is your dentist, barber, or mechanic? These believers share the same goal of making an eternal impact. Connecting with the USCCC is a great way to find a chamber near you and find like-minded Christian business owners in your community.

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Website: www.uschristianchamber.com

Events in Your Area: www.uschristianchamber.com/events

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What God Says About Business: Lessons from God's Laws for Kings

In this episode, David Schmidt explores Deuteronomy 17:14–20 and shares how God’s instructions for kings offer valuable instruction for business leaders today.

There are three things kings were not to do and the one they were supposed to do: Write themselves a copy of the law and read it every day.

Kings operated a lot like business owners today and these laws are principles that you can very much apply to your business today.

David discusses how these biblical principles will ground leaders in humility, guard against pride, and keep leaders focused on God in every decision.

The results of following God's laws: Success and longevity of your business.

One Challenge from Today:

This week, commit to reading a portion of Scripture every morning before work. As you read, think about it and ask God for wisdom for leading and the operations of your business.

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Scripture References:

• Deuteronomy 17:14–20
• Mark 4:1–20
• Proverbs 10:22, 22:4

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Subscribe to the RBT Weekly Newsletter for weekly simple, practical, and Biblical steps to help you build a thriving business in a way that honors God. Newsletter also comes with Bible verses for business success for you to read, apply, and be inspired by.

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