How to Bring Faith Into Early Career Development With Daniel Simon

How to Bring Faith Into Early Career Development With Daniel Simon

Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God! WANT TO JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA? We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the show on all our platforms! Threads [https://www.threads.net/@faithfulontheclock] Bluesky [https://bsky.app/profile/faithfulontheclock.bsky.social] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/FaithfulOnTheClock] Pinterest [https://www.pinterest.com/FaithfulOnTheClock/_created/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/faithfulontheclock/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12553140/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCTd7TlEvHAor9wjStiy_YA] In this episode... How to Bring Faith Into Early Career Development With Daniel Simon https://faithfulontheclock.com/how-to-bring-faith-into-early-career-development-with-daniel-simon Intro teaser paragraph: In Episode 155, leadership coach and career advisor Dan Simon shares how to support young people as they navigate early career choices and development. Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:39] - Dan’s bio and background [03:50] - What drew Dan into helping young people align their faith and career and why it matters [06:36] - What we can do to support young people in the awkward place of being asked to choose a career so early [10:48] - Testing careers as a lived, felt experience rather than just through logistical planning [14:25] - Differentiating between choosing a career because it is familiar or safe and choosing a career because it’s truly a calling; the importance of obeying God before anyone else [24:09] - How to ensure we pay attention to both our mission and other things that offer joy [29:11] - Building your life first and work second; taking a big-picture approach to career assessment and seeing how other elements like family might influence results [33:56] - The difference between kids who know what they want and those who have fallen through the cracks; how to support kids with gaps [45:12] - Top recommendations for leaders and young people [53:04] - Not shying away from pain or scars and the ability to be authentic or even build from mistakes [58:05] - How young people (and others) can approach church to find real support when they are trying to develop or are lost [01:01:42] - Closing the gap between leaders and those who need them [01:04:41] - How to connect with Dan [01:06:05] - Prayer [01:07:15] - Outro/What’s coming up next Key takeaways: * Calling and career are not always the same thing, and they don't have to be. Paul made tents. Jesus spent three decades as a carpenter. What puts food on the table can be separate from what God has purposed for you — and both matter. * The best time to start having conversations about calling with young people is the late middle to early high school transition, before decisions carry real cost. Shadowing, informational interviews, and career assessments are not just practical tools — they are forms of prayerful discernment in action. * Familiar is not the same as called. Just because a path is visible, safe, or expected by the people who love you does not mean it is yours. Obeying God first actually honors your parents more than compliance does. * The difficulty of a path can be a signal, not a warning. If what you are pursuing is genuinely kingdom work, expect resistance. Joseph's 40 years, Jonah's detour, Daniel's trials — obedience was never promised to be smooth. * Your scars are not disqualifiers. They are credentials. The specific pain you have been through is often the exact foundation God intends to use — for a business, a ministry, a single conversation with someone who needs to hear that you survived it. * Connection is the whole game, whether you are a leader, a parent, a mentor, or a young person trying to find your footing. The kids don't care how much you know until they know how much you care — and that does not change when they become adults. * Home - Dan Simon Solutions [https://DanSimonSolutions.com] CTAs: * If you have a young person in your life — your child, a student, a kid at your church — ask them one question this week: What lights you up? Then just listen. Let them talk and pay attention to when they sit up straight. * Do the backwards design for yourself. Where do you want to be in 15 years — not just professionally, but as a whole person? Then work backwards. What has to be true in 10 years, in 5, and what is one thing you can do starting now to get on that path? What’s coming up next: Episode 156 of Faithful on the Clock reveals why joy is the most critical job skill any of us can bring to the table. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Visit the Faithful on the Clock Patreon page to choose a tier plan and become a supporting member. You'll gain access to goodies like early episode access, newsletters, and more based on the plan that's right for you. patreon.com/faithfulontheclock [https://my.captivate.fm/patreon.com/faithfulontheclock] Give a one-off tip or donation on our Captivate support page. You can become a member there with the same great tier options you'll find at Patreon, too. Support Faithful on the Clock [https://faithfulontheclock.captivate.fm/support] Visit our sister site! Faithfulonthclock.com [https://faithfulonthclock.com/] features additional free, free-with-registration, and paid access content to grow your faith, including * social media archives, * previously published faith-based articles, * original blogs, * inspirational videos, * episode teasers and replays * exclusive faith-based essays and articles, * exclusive videos * exclusive audio * exclusive in-depth devotionals. Share the show! Like these episodes? Share them on social media, in texts or emails, or in person.

Parenting, Work, and Building the Next Generation of Leaders With Olaolu Ogunyemi

Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God! WANT TO JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA? We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the show on all our platforms! Threads [https://www.threads.net/@faithfulontheclock] Bluesky [https://bsky.app/profile/faithfulontheclock.bsky.social] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/FaithfulOnTheClock] Pinterest [https://www.pinterest.com/FaithfulOnTheClock/_created/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/faithfulontheclock/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12553140/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCTd7TlEvHAor9wjStiy_YA] In this episode... Parenting, Work, and Building the Next Generation of Leaders With Olaolu Ogunyemi https://faithfulontheclock.com/parenting-work-and-building-the-next-generation-of-leaders-with-olaolu-ogunyemi Parenting while also trying to work is tough! In Episode 154 of Faithful on the Clock, Olaolu Ogunyemi shares insights about how to balance those tasks and raise the next generation of leaders. Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:41] - Olaolu’s background [02:40] - What got Olaolu interested in working with kids [04:12] - The main pain points Olaolu sees parents and kids having [07:15] - The reality of how much people use technology; recommendations for parents who want boundaries but are stuck using tech to a high degree [11:13] - Addressing the psychological conflict of setting tech limits but needing the tech to provide [13:25] - What parents can do to show kids they care and be present despite work responsibilities [18:15] - The difference between real and online presence; Olaolu’s real-life example supporting his daughter in band; the importance of small, consistent moments of being there in building trust [24:37] - What parents can do to model confidence and practice good mental health even if they are still developing themselves [32:36] - How faith has played into Olaolu’s leadership [36:53] - Advice on how parents can give kids hope and a deeper sense of purpose [41:48] - The importance of community and the reality that kids and parents need a full network of support [46:10] - How to learn more about and connect with Olaolu [46:47] - Prayer [47:56] - Outro/What’s coming up next Key takeaways: * Parenting today requires new strategies, not recycled ones. Today’s children are growing up in a radically different technological environment than their parents did. Old parenting defaults often don’t translate well, which means parents need intentional awareness of the digital world shaping their kids * Screen boundaries begin with parent self-awareness. Before correcting children’s tech habits, parents need honest insight into their own screen usage. Tracking your tech habits creates clarity about whether your screen time is truly productive or mostly recreational distraction. * Transparency builds trust. Children need context for why parents are using technology for work. Explaining work responsibilities and creating visible “work zones” helps children distinguish healthy digital responsibility from mindless consumption. * Leadership starts with modeling. Children learn leadership by watching adults prioritize physical health, emotional regulation, spiritual discipline, and mental growth. Parents who consistently invest in themselves teach resilience without ever giving a lecture. * Kids notice more than parents realize. Children often detect parental stress long before adults admit it. Their observations can become valuable feedback that helps parents course-correct emotionally and spiritually. * Conversations create protection. If parents don’t help children process current events, media narratives, and faith questions, outside voices will shape those conclusions instead. Providing context for what kids are seeing prevents overwhelm and helps them cope. * Parenting was never meant to be isolated. Strong parenting depends on healthy community. Mentors, neighbors, teachers, and trusted adults expand a child’s support system and reinforce shared values. CTAs: * Audit your screen time this week. Open your phone’s screen report and evaluate how much of your usage is work or distraction. What patterns need adjusting? * Create one intentional connection ritual with your child (e.g., tea time, reading, cooking). Small repeated moments create long-term trust. * Start one deeper conversation this week. Ask your child, “What’s something happening in the world that’s confusing or frustrating to you right now?” Then help provide perspective and context. What’s coming up next: In Episode 155 of Faithful on the Clock, guest Daniel Simon emphasizes why it’s critical for us to provide teens and young adults early career and faith guidance. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Visit the Faithful on the Clock Patreon page to choose a tier plan and become a supporting member. You'll gain access to goodies like early episode access, newsletters, and more based on the plan that's right for you. patreon.com/faithfulontheclock [https://my.captivate.fm/patreon.com/faithfulontheclock] Give a one-off tip or donation on our Captivate support page. You can become a member there with the same great tier options you'll find at Patreon, too. Support Faithful on the Clock [https://faithfulontheclock.captivate.fm/support] Visit our sister site! Faithfulonthclock.com [https://faithfulonthclock.com/] features additional free, free-with-registration, and paid access content to grow your faith, including * social media archives, * previously published faith-based articles, * original blogs, * inspirational videos, * episode teasers and replays * exclusive faith-based essays and articles, * exclusive videos * exclusive audio * exclusive in-depth devotionals. Share the show! Like these episodes? Share them on social media, in texts or emails, or in person.

Keeping Christian Love Simple With Ahmard Vital

Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God! WANT TO JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA? We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the show on all our platforms! Threads [https://www.threads.net/@faithfulontheclock] Bluesky [https://bsky.app/profile/faithfulontheclock.bsky.social] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/FaithfulOnTheClock] Pinterest [https://www.pinterest.com/FaithfulOnTheClock/_created/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/faithfulontheclock/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12553140/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCTd7TlEvHAor9wjStiy_YA] In this episode... Keeping Christian Love Simple With Ahmard Vital https://faithfulontheclock.com/keeping-christian-love-simple-with-ahmard-vital Work might be complex, but loving people while you do your job shouldn’t be. In Episode 153 of Faithful on the Clock, guest Ahmard Vital helps us get back to loving with simplicity. Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:39] - Welcome/Ahmard’s background [03:14] - What is “overcomplicated” and how to keep it simple [06:13] - Why we need to slow down to simplify in our faith [11:40] - Advice for people struggle to slow down because they think “I have to do it” about tasks or requests [16:18] - Learning to respond to God instead of people; how loving others connects to giving time to God [22:22] - What holds people back from taking small opportunities to love others [27:22] - Overcoming the awkwardness of initial interactions and the neurology of learning people are safe [33:11] - Responding even when it is difficult out of empathy [45:56] - Unlearning previous ways of thinking to be able to love better; being willing to take unscheduled opportunities and how God can use them for life-or-death care [54:51] - Making a conscious choice to pay attention and be aware of people and their needs [58:31] - God as a God of abundance; why it’s important to celebrate others and the good going on in their lives [01:08:17] - How to connect with and find out more about Ahmard [01:10:03] - Prayer [01:11:07] - Outro/What’s coming up next Key takeaways: * Small, everyday interactions can have life-changing impact. * You don’t need a platform to make a difference — you need presence. * Faith (or values) isn’t scheduled; it shows up in unscripted moments. * Consistency in small actions builds real trust over time. * People are often struggling more than they appear. * Love is expressed through attention, not complexity. * Scarcity thinking around celebration (someone else wins = you lose) is false. * Celebration and connection — fruits of love — are antidotes to isolation and fear. * Home - Ahmard Vital [https://ahmardvital.com] CTAs: * Think about the last small interaction you had today. Did you treat it like it mattered? * This week, choose one small moment each day to intentionally show up for someone. What’s coming up next: Juggling work and parenting is tough stuff. In Episode 154, guest Olaolu Ogunyemi joins Faithful on the Clock to offer encouragement and discuss what’s necessary to parent the next generation of leaders. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Visit the Faithful on the Clock Patreon page to choose a tier plan and become a supporting member. You'll gain access to goodies like early episode access, newsletters, and more based on the plan that's right for you. patreon.com/faithfulontheclock [https://my.captivate.fm/patreon.com/faithfulontheclock] Give a one-off tip or donation on our Captivate support page. You can become a member there with the same great tier options you'll find at Patreon, too. Support Faithful on the Clock [https://faithfulontheclock.captivate.fm/support] Visit our sister site! Faithfulonthclock.com [https://faithfulonthclock.com/] features additional free, free-with-registration, and paid access content to grow your faith, including * social media archives, * previously published faith-based articles, * original blogs, * inspirational videos, * episode teasers and replays * exclusive faith-based essays and articles, * exclusive videos * exclusive audio * exclusive in-depth devotionals. Share the show! Like these episodes? Share them on social media, in texts or emails, or in person.

How to Know You're Ready for Success

Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God! WANT TO JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA? We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the show on all our platforms! Threads [https://www.threads.net/@faithfulontheclock] Bluesky [https://bsky.app/profile/faithfulontheclock.bsky.social] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/FaithfulOnTheClock] Pinterest [https://www.pinterest.com/FaithfulOnTheClock/_created/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/faithfulontheclock/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12553140/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCTd7TlEvHAor9wjStiy_YA] In this episode... How to Know You're Ready for Success https://faithfulontheclock.com/how-to-know-youre-ready-for-success You want success like any professional. But do you have the right attitude and spiritual posture to handle it? Episode 152 of Faithful on the Clock explores. Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:42] - Episode focusing — approaching success spiritually, not logistically [01:30] - You’re Ready Point #1 — You’re ready for success when you don’t let success be the thing that defines you. [02:51] - You’re Ready Point #2 — You’re ready for success when you’re willing to sacrifice success once you have it. [04:13] - You’re Ready Point #3 — You’re ready for success when you know what the success serves. [06:15] - You’re Ready Point #4 — You’re ready for success when you have the right safeguards. [07:53] - Summary and invitation to add to the list via LinkedIn [08:13] - Prayer [08:48] - Outro/What’s coming up next Key takeaways: 1. Success readiness is spiritual, not just logistical. Most people prepare for success through strategy—degrees, systems, networks. But true readiness is about your heart posture and alignment with God before success ever arrives. 2. Identity must exist apart from achievement. If success defines you, it will distort both your relationships and your calling. You’re only ready when you know who you are without what you’ve done—and can carry that identity through change. 3. You must be willing to release success. Using the Abraham and Isaac parallel: if you’re not willing to surrender what you’ve built, then success has already become an idol. Readiness means holding success with open hands. 4. Success must serve a larger mission. If you don’t know what success is for, it becomes directionless and ultimately meaningless. Success is not the goal—it’s a tool that should clearly connect to your deeper “why.” 5. Safeguards determine sustainability. You need: * People who ground you, offer wisdom, and keep you aligned * Habits that protect your relationship with God and your well-being Without these, success becomes destabilizing instead of fruitful. CTAs: 1. Do a readiness check. Ask yourself honestly: If success came tomorrow, would it strengthen or destabilize me? Identify one area (identity, surrender, mission, or safeguards) that needs attention. 2. Define what your success serves. Write one sentence: “If I succeed, it will allow me to ______.” If you can’t answer that clearly, pause before pushing forward. 3. Put one safeguard in place this week. Reach out to a wise person or recommit to a grounding habit (prayer, rest, reflection). Don’t wait until success tests you—build the structure now. What’s coming up next: Are we making Christian love too complex? Guest Ahmard Vital joins Faithful on the Clock to share why we need to get back to simplicity and what that looks like in practice at work. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Visit the Faithful on the Clock Patreon page to choose a tier plan and become a supporting member. You'll gain access to goodies like early episode access, newsletters, and more based on the plan that's right for you. patreon.com/faithfulontheclock [https://my.captivate.fm/patreon.com/faithfulontheclock] Give a one-off tip or donation on our Captivate support page. You can become a member there with the same great tier options you'll find at Patreon, too. Support Faithful on the Clock [https://faithfulontheclock.captivate.fm/support] Visit our sister site! Faithfulonthclock.com [https://faithfulonthclock.com/] features additional free, free-with-registration, and paid access content to grow your faith, including * social media archives, * previously published faith-based articles, * original blogs, * inspirational videos, * episode teasers and replays * exclusive faith-based essays and articles, * exclusive videos * exclusive audio * exclusive in-depth devotionals. Share the show! Like these episodes? Share them on social media, in texts or emails, or in person.

Communication That Connects and Serves With Danny Brassell

Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God! WANT TO JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA? We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the show on all our platforms! Threads [https://www.threads.net/@faithfulontheclock] Bluesky [https://bsky.app/profile/faithfulontheclock.bsky.social] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/FaithfulOnTheClock] Pinterest [https://www.pinterest.com/FaithfulOnTheClock/_created/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/faithfulontheclock/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12553140/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCTd7TlEvHAor9wjStiy_YA] In this episode... Communication That Connects and Serves With Danny Brassell https://faithfulontheclock.com/communication-that-connects-and-serves-with-danny-brassell Your story has value to others — and to God. In Episode 151, speaking coach and educator Danny Brassell offers tips on how to effectively share it. Timestamps: [00:04] - Intro [00:40] - Danny’s background [04:02] - The biggest mistakes Danny sees in speaking [06:57] - Danny’s introduction and RAP strategies for relating to and impressing audiences [10:12] - Danny’s experience of going off script, feeling God’s pleasure, and having God give him what to say [14:49] - How to infuse humor into your speeches and presentations [22:24] - What Danny has taken away from Jesus’ storytelling [27:39] - Connecting with audiences through single moments or stories to get them to want more [29:49] - How to read Scripture without getting overwhelmed, based on Danny’s educational experience [40:39] - Danny’s book projects [43:00] - Thoughts on Job, being refined by God, and how to approach God in prayer [47:21] - Prayer/Danny’s offer [49:46] - Outro/What’s coming up next Key takeaways: * People struggle most with two things in speaking: bragging too much and giving too many calls to action. * Share failures, not just successes. That’s what makes you relatable and trustworthy. * Give one clear call to action. Too many options confuse people and lower follow-through. * Use RAP (relatable, authority, and purpose) to connect quickly. * Relatability comes from everyday experiences. Not big, impressive achievements. * You don’t have to be perfect — just practice. Great speaking comes from repetition. * Humor helps, especially when it’s self-aware. You don’t need to be a comedian—just be real. * Use stories, not just information. Stories are what people remember. * Aim to leave people feeling better. Joy and hope are powerful goals when you speak. * Jesus modeled powerful communication through stories and humility. * Sometimes the best words come through you, not from you. Be open to being used by God. * You only need one moment or one story to connect deeply with someone. * There’s no single “right” way to read the Bible. Just start and stay engaged. * The Bible meets you where you are. It speaks to real-life struggles and questions. * Faith grows through relationship, not perfection. Be honest, curious, and consistent. * God can redeem anything. Your story — no matter what it includes — still has value. * You already have something worth sharing. Your story can make an impact. * Unlock the Blueprint to Transform Your Story into a Powerful Business Growth Tool [https://freestoryguide.com] * Dr. Danny Brassell – Literacy, Leadership & Keynotes for Schools [https://dannybrassell.com] CTAs: * Take one piece of your story this week — and share it with someone. Not the polished version. The real one. See what happens. * Say yes to one opportunity to speak, write, or encourage someone. What’s coming up next: Everyone wants success. Episode 152 of Faithful on the Clock helps you determine whether you’re truly ready for it. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Visit the Faithful on the Clock Patreon page to choose a tier plan and become a supporting member. You'll gain access to goodies like early episode access, newsletters, and more based on the plan that's right for you. patreon.com/faithfulontheclock [https://my.captivate.fm/patreon.com/faithfulontheclock] Give a one-off tip or donation on our Captivate support page. You can become a member there with the same great tier options you'll find at Patreon, too. Support Faithful on the Clock [https://faithfulontheclock.captivate.fm/support] Visit our sister site! Faithfulonthclock.com [https://faithfulonthclock.com/] features additional free, free-with-registration, and paid access content to grow your faith, including * social media archives, * previously published faith-based articles, * original blogs, * inspirational videos, * episode teasers and replays * exclusive faith-based essays and articles, * exclusive videos * exclusive audio * exclusive in-depth devotionals. Share the show! Like these episodes? Share them on social media, in texts or emails, or in person.