Good to Golden: David Costa on Faith, Business & Generosity

Good to Golden: David Costa on Faith, Business & Generosity

In Episode 61 of The Christian Capitalist, Rich Sanders sits down with David Costa, McDonald's franchise owner and business leader on Florida's Emerald Coast, to discuss faith, leadership, entrepreneurship, and what it truly means to build a successful business while honoring God. What happens when faith becomes the foundation of leadership instead of just something reserved for Sundays? David shares the story of growing up in an Air Force family, watching his father transition from military service into entrepreneurship, and eventually becoming deeply involved in the McDonald's franchise world himself. Along the way, he learned firsthand how leadership, discipline, generosity, and faith all intersect inside business. The conversation explores the relationship between Christianity and capitalism, why so many believers struggle with the idea of wealth, and how business owners can create lasting impact through stewardship, integrity, and service to others. Rich and David also discuss leadership culture, treating employees with dignity, building businesses that serve communities, and why success without purpose ultimately leaves people empty. In this episode, Rich and David explore: • How faith influences leadership and entrepreneurship • David's upcoming book on business leadership, Good to Golden • The journey into McDonald's franchising and business ownership • Why Christianity and capitalism are not enemies • The importance of generosity and stewardship • Building healthy workplace culture and leadership • Why purpose matters more than money alone • Lessons learned from family, business, and faith • How business owners can honor God through leadership David also shares personal stories about entrepreneurship, responsibility, and the values that helped shape his perspective on leadership and success. If you've ever wondered whether faith and business can truly work together — this episode will challenge the way you think about leadership, wealth, generosity, and purpose. Get The Christian Capitalist (40% Off) Level up your mindset, faith, and leadership with the book The Christian Capitalist. Purchase here: https://goodworksmission.directfrompublisher.com/ Use code: 40OFFMH9C for 40% off. Follow The Christian Capitalist TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thechristian.capitalist Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thechristiancapitalist Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555761027110 Follow David Costa Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dave4516 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/good2golden/

G3 Village- Helping Seniors Find Purpose| Joanne Hickox

In Episode 61 of The Christian Capitalist, Rich Sanders sits down with Joanne Hickox, founder of Seniors on a Mission, to discuss aging, purpose, faith, and the growing crisis facing modest-to-middle-income seniors across America. What happens when people spend their entire lives working hard… only to reach retirement feeling isolated, financially stretched, and without purpose? Joanne shares the deeply personal story behind G3 Village — a faith-centered nonprofit community designed to give seniors more than just housing. Her vision is to create a place where older adults can continue serving others, living with dignity, building relationships, and aging with purpose instead of loneliness. The conversation explores the hidden struggles many seniors face today, including rising housing costs, loss of identity after retirement, church hurt, isolation, and the fear of becoming forgotten. Joanne also explains why she believes seniors were never meant to be "put out to pasture," but instead still carry wisdom, purpose, and value that younger generations desperately need. Rich and Joanne also dive into the importance of Christian generosity, legacy giving, and how business leaders and believers can help create communities that truly care for people in every stage of life. In this episode, Rich and Joanne explore: • Why retirement communities often fail modest-income seniors • The vision behind G3 Village and faith-centered senior living • How purpose and service transform aging • Why seniors still have immense value and wisdom to offer • The role generosity and legacy play in building lasting impact • How faith can restore identity, belonging, and hope later in life Joanne also shares the story behind her new book, "G3 and Me," and how God used some of the hardest seasons of her life to shape the vision for this growing movement. If you've ever wondered how faith, generosity, and purpose can change the future of aging — this episode will challenge the way you think about retirement, service, and community. Get The Christian Capitalist (40% Off) Level up your mindset, faith, and leadership with the book The Christian Capitalist. Purchase here: https://goodworksmission.directfrompublisher.com/ [https://goodworksmission.directfrompublisher.com/] Use code: 40OFFMH9C for 40% off. Follow The Christian Capitalist TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thechristian.capitalist [https://www.tiktok.com/@thechristian.capitalist] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thechristiancapitalist [https://www.instagram.com/thechristiancapitalist] Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555761027110 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555761027110] Follow Joanne Hickox & Seniors on a Mission Website https://www.seniorsonamission.org [https://www.seniorsonamission.org/] Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SoaMJAX [https://www.facebook.com/SoaMJAX] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/soamjax/ [https://www.instagram.com/soamjax/] X https://x.com/SoaMJax [https://x.com/SoaMJax] YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVxT0pQdWimGjd0GCG8gruQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVxT0pQdWimGjd0GCG8gruQ]

Retirement, Freedom & Faith: Finding Purpose Beyond Success | Duncan Gibbs | TCC

In this episode of The Christian Capitalist, Rich Sanders sits down with Duncan Gibbs, host of The Retirement Spy, to talk about retirement, purpose, and what life looks like after financial success. What happens when you've achieved everything you thought you wanted… but still feel something missing? Duncan shares his journey from decades in commercial real estate to stepping into a new season focused on helping others prepare not just financially—but personally and spiritually—for retirement. He opens up about the hidden struggle many high-achievers face: losing identity, purpose, and direction once work is no longer the center of life. The conversation dives into the idea that retirement isn't about hitting a number or reaching a certain age—it's about freedom. With that freedom comes responsibility: to give back, to serve others, and to find deeper meaning through faith. They also explore how many people unknowingly chase success at the cost of purpose, why burnout often leads people back to faith, and how true fulfillment comes from generosity—not accumulation. In this episode, Rich and Duncan explore: • Why retirement is about freedom—not age or money • The identity crisis many face after leaving their careers • How faith fills the void success can't • The importance of time, talent, and treasure in giving back • Why generosity creates lasting fulfillment Duncan also shares powerful insights from his work and conversations through The Retirement Spy, highlighting how people can begin preparing now for a meaningful life beyond their careers. If you've ever wondered what comes after success—or how to live with purpose in every season—this episode will challenge your perspective on retirement, faith, and what truly matters.

DJ with a Purpose: Glorifying God Through Business & Music | Zoran | TCC #58

In Episode 58 of The Christian Capitalist Podcast, Rich Sanders sits down with Zoran—DJ, entrepreneur, and founder of a growing event production business—to talk about faith, purpose, and using your talents to serve others. What does it look like to build a career in entertainment while staying grounded in your faith? Zoran shares his journey from growing up in former Yugoslavia to immigrating to the United States, navigating cultural change, and building a life through music, radio, and eventually weddings and events. But beyond the business success, this episode dives into a deeper question—how do you glorify God through your work, even in industries that aren't traditionally "faith-based"? The conversation explores how Zoran transitioned from playing secular music to launching his Hope & Restoration Tour, using music as a tool to uplift communities, support charities, and bring people closer to God. Rich and Zoran discuss how to lead by example in business, why success should go beyond money, and how your career can become a platform for impact. In this episode, they explore: • Can your work be a form of ministry? • From immigration to entrepreneurship: building a life with purpose • Developing entertainment into impact-driven work • How to naturally reflect faith in any industry • Why success is about giving, not just earning If you've ever wondered how to align your career with your faith—or how to use your skills to make a real difference—this episode will challenge how you think about work and purpose. Get The Christian Capitalist (40% Off) Level up your mindset, faith, and leadership with the book The Christian Capitalist. Purchase here: https://goodworksmission.directfrompublisher.com/ [https://goodworksmission.directfrompublisher.com/] Use code: 40OFFMH9C for 40% off. Follow Us TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thechristian.capitalist [https://www.tiktok.com/@thechristian.capitalist] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thechristiancapitalist [https://www.instagram.com/thechristiancapitalist] Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555761027110 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555761027110] Follow Zoran Website: ZoranEntertainment.net [http://zoranentertainment.net/] Instagram: @djzoranusa Facebook: @hopeandrestoration

Faith, Career & Purpose: Navigating Work Without Losing Yourself | Jessica Baldwin | TCC #57

In Episode 57 of The Christian Capitalist, Rich Sanders sits down with Jessica Baldwin, Director of Strategic Sales & Outreach at GoodWorks Mission, to talk about faith, ambition, and finding purpose in today's demanding work environment. What happens when success, pressure, and long hours start pulling you away from what matters most? Jessica shares her journey from corporate sales to a more purpose-driven path, opening up about burnout, chasing money, and the moment she realized that success without alignment isn't success at all. The conversation dives into how faith can guide career decisions, why so many young professionals feel lost after college, and how to build a life where work supports your purpose—not replaces it. They also explore how to naturally live out your faith in the workplace, why passion matters more than titles, and how earning more can actually mean giving more. In this episode, they explore: • Can your career align with your faith? • Why so many young professionals feel unfulfilled • The difference between chasing money vs purpose • How to bring faith into the workplace naturally • Capitalism, competition, and giving back If you've ever felt stuck in your career, burned out, or unsure of your direction, this episode will challenge how you think about success—and what it really means to live with purpose. Get The Christian Capitalist (40% Off) Level up your mindset, faith, and leadership with the book The Christian Capitalist. Purchase here: https://goodworksmission.directfrompublisher.com/ [https://goodworksmission.directfrompublisher.com/] Use code: 40OFFMH9C for 40% off. Follow Us TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thechristian.capitalist [https://www.tiktok.com/@thechristian.capitalist] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thechristiancapitalist [https://www.instagram.com/thechristiancapitalist] Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555761027110 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555761027110] Follow Jessica Baldwin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-baldwin-2811871b7/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-baldwin-2811871b7/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessica_baldwin16/ [https://www.instagram.com/jessica_baldwin16/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessica.baldwin.7186 [https://www.facebook.com/jessica.baldwin.7186] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jessunfiltered___ [https://www.tiktok.com/@jessunfiltered___?lang=en]