Entrepreneurs as Shepherds

In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum continues the Bible on Business series, focusing on the principles of delegation and team building as outlined in the Bible. She dives deep into Exodus 18:13-27, where Moses receives advice from his father-in-law, Jethro, on how to effectively delegate responsibilities. Tatum also touches on the importance of wise counsel and the characteristics of good team members.Key Points:Context of Exodus 18:13-27:Moses is overwhelmed with the responsibility of judging the people’s disputes.Jethro, Moses’ father-in-law, observes the inefficiency and potential for burnout.Jethro advises Moses to delegate responsibilities to capable men to ease his burden.Importance of Wise Counsel:Wise counsel should be based on an understanding of God’s assignment for you.Tatum emphasizes the need for mentors and coaches who align their advice with God's plan for your business.Highlights the importance of filtering advice through the assignment God has given you.Principles of Delegation and Team Building:Hire from Your Sphere of Influence:Consider people who have been impacted by your business and already have buy-in to your mission.Tatum shares personal experiences of hiring individuals from her community who have proven to be valuable team members.Teach and Train:Ensure team members understand the culture and values of your business.Train them on standard operating procedures and the importance of embodying the mission of the business.Utilize Technology:Leverage technology and AI to delegate tasks effectively before hiring people.Train these tools to operate in line with your business values and standards.Select Capable and Honest Individuals:Hire people with the necessary skills, integrity, and fear of the Lord.Trust them to do their jobs once trained, avoiding micromanagement.Assign Tasks Based on Abilities:Delegate responsibilities according to each team member’s capacity and skills, similar to the parable of the talents in Matthew 25.Takeaways:All answers needed for business challenges can be found in the Bible.Emphasizes the importance of seeking the Holy Spirit’s guidance in applying biblical principles to your business.Scriptures Mentioned:Exodus 18:13-27John 10:11-15Matthew 25 (Parable of the Talents)Our Sponsors:* Check out Claritin: www.claritin.com* Check out Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out NPR: npr.org* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Tatum kicks off the "Bible on Business" series, emphasizing the need for faith-based entrepreneurs to deeply understand and apply biblical principles in their business practices. This series aims to equip listeners with the spiritual tools necessary to shepherd their businesses and people effectively, focusing on souls rather than sales.Key Points:Introduction to Bible on Business Series:Tatum introduces the "Bible on Business" series, highlighting its purpose to dive deep into biblical principles applicable to entrepreneurship.Emphasizes the importance of relying on the Lord, prayer, and the Bible for guidance in business.Markers of Seasons in Business:Discusses various stages in her entrepreneurial journey: recognizing God as the CEO, transitioning from entrepreneur to executive, and now focusing on shepherding in business.Highlights the shift from prioritizing sales and growth to focusing on shepherding and serving people.Understanding Sheep and Shepherd Relationships:Explains the characteristics of sheep and how they parallel consumer behavior, such as flocking behavior, dependency, vulnerability, docility, and recognition of the shepherd’s voice.Emphasizes that just as sheep need a shepherd, consumers need trustworthy leaders in business.Biblical Texts on Shepherding:Matthew 18:12-14: Importance of seeking out and addressing the needs of the lost or disengaged customers. Celebrating reconciliation and showing love and compassion even in business.John 21:15-17: Jesus’ instructions to Peter about feeding and taking care of his sheep, emphasizing the need for comprehensive and compassionate leadership in business.Acts 20:28: Paul’s farewell address highlighting the importance of personal integrity, spiritual health, and sacrificial leadership.1 Peter 2:25: Reminder that we are all sheep who tend to wander and need to continually turn back to Jesus, the shepherd and guardian of our souls.Practical Applications:Encourages business owners to actively seek out and engage with dissatisfied or disengaged customers.Discusses the importance of maintaining personal integrity and spiritual health through accountability, consistent prayer, and devotion.Stresses the significance of sacrificial leadership and treating business as a service unto the Lord.Our Sponsors:* Check out Claritin: www.claritin.com* Check out Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out NPR: npr.org* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Tatum introduces a new series titled "Bible on Business." She emphasizes the importance of being disciples in our businesses and the necessity of going back to the Bible to be properly developed by the Lord. Tatum shares personal experiences and insights on how Christian entrepreneurs can shift their focus from sales to souls and better steward their God-given assignments.Key Points:Introduction:Tatum announces a new series called "Bible on Business."The goal is to journey through the Bible to become better disciples in our businesses, not just to seek immediate results.Purpose of the Series:God strategically places believers in the marketplace to meet real needs and win souls.The importance of being disciples and properly stewarding our businesses as Christian entrepreneurs.Personal Experience:Tatum shares an encounter at a laundromat that inspired her to think about the impact of Christian business owners.Reflects on her own journey of learning to do business God’s way with limited resources but abundant revelation from the Lord.Challenges in the Christian Entrepreneur Space:The danger of information overload and the distraction of many voices in the Christian business community.The need to focus on being properly developed by the Lord rather than jumping from one source of advice to another.The Enemy’s Tactics:Tatum discusses her personal battles with the mind and how the enemy uses distractions to hinder her gift of discernment.Importance of staying locked into moments and being present to activate spiritual gifts.Shift in Business Focus:Transition from focusing on sales and growth to shepherding and serving people.Our Sponsors:* Check out Claritin: www.claritin.com* Check out Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out NPR: npr.org* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Tatum dives into Chapter 14 of "Battlefield of the Mind" by Joyce Meyer, discussing the dangers of a passive mind and the importance of discipline and active engagement in spiritual warfare. She provides insights and practical advice for overcoming passivity and staying committed to spiritual growth and devotion.Key Points:Understanding Passivity:Definition of passivity as the opposite of activity and its dangers.Importance of being alert, cautious, and active in spiritual life.The subtle nature of passive sins and their impact on relationships and spiritual growth.Overcoming Passivity:Discipline as the key to overcoming passivity.Importance of engaging in spiritual practices even without emotional motivation.Practical example of Joyce’s husband, Dave, overcoming passivity through discipline and persistence.Role of the Holy Spirit:Emphasis on the Holy Spirit’s role in renewing the mind and guiding believers.Importance of maintaining sensitivity and submission to the Holy Spirit for true transformation.Practical Examples:Real-life examples of overcoming passive mindsets in marriage and personal relationships.Dangers of living in fantasy versus dealing with reality and submitting it to God.Scriptures Mentioned:Romans 12:1-2John 15:4John 15:10Ephesians 4:22-24Matthew 5:27-28Colossians 3:1-2Ephesians 4:27Hosea 4:61 Peter 5:82 Timothy 1:6Our Sponsors:* Check out Claritin: www.claritin.com* Check out Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out NPR: npr.org* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Tatum dives into Chapter 13 of "Battlefield of the Mind" by Joyce Meyer, discussing the pitfalls of having a judgmental, critical, and suspicious mind. She shares personal insights and practical advice on overcoming these negative thought patterns to better love and serve others.Scriptures Mentioned:Matthew 7:1-6John 2:23-251 Peter 5:81 Corinthians 13:7Romans 2:1Proverbs 4:23Ephesians 4:32Romans 14:14Romans 12:3Our Sponsors:* Check out Claritin: www.claritin.com* Check out Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out NPR: npr.org* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Summary: In this episode, Tatum discusses the difference between perseverance and simply pushing through pain, drawing from personal experiences and biblical principles. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing our emotions to grow spiritually and succeed in entrepreneurship.Key Moments:Perseverance vs. Pushing Through:Differentiating true perseverance from merely pushing through discomfort.Emphasizing the need to acknowledge and address emotions rather than suppressing them.Spiritual and Entrepreneurial Journey:Reflections on seven years of self-employment and the challenges of doing business God’s way.Importance of perseverance and patient endurance in entrepreneurship and personal growth.Practical Steps for Perseverance:Armoring up with scripture and organizing pain points to strengthen faith.Encouragement to stop and feel emotions rather than suppressing them, seeking God’s comfort and guidance.God’s Protection and Promises:Trusting in God’s promises for protection and provision as outlined in Psalm 91.Allowing pain and challenges to push towards deeper faith and intimacy with God.Our Sponsors:* Check out Claritin: www.claritin.com* Check out Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out NPR: npr.org* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Tatum continues exploring Joyce Meyer's book "Battlefield of the Mind." This chapter, "An Anxious and Worried Mind," delves into how anxiety and worry are distractions used by the enemy to undermine faith and rob us of peace. Tatum shares personal experiences and biblical insights to encourage listeners to choose peace and focus on God's purpose.Key Points:Christ and Cowork Event: Tatum announces an upcoming coworking session at Anchored Media Studios on May 21st, where believers can work in a Holy Spirit-led environment. Secure your seat: https://christ-cowork.mailchimpsites.com/?lid=3294Anxious and Worried Mind: Tatum quotes Psalm 37:8 and discusses different Bible translations to highlight how anxiety acts as a distraction. Joyce Meyer's insights explain that anxiety suppresses faith and peace.Enemy's Tactics: Using personal examples and Joyce Meyer's definitions, Tatum explains how the enemy uses worry to keep us distracted from God's plans. She recounts launching a program after quitting her job and learning about faith and trust.True Nature of Peace: Tatum concludes with a story from Joyce Meyer about two artists depicting peace, illustrating that true peace exists amidst opposition. She urges listeners to seek spiritual peace and rest in God, not just during calm times.Episode Links:Christ + Cowork: https://christ-cowork.mailchimpsites.com/?lid=3294Scriptures Mentioned:Psalm 37:7; John 15:4; Gal 4:33 ; John 14:47; Matthew 6:25-34; Phillipians 4:6; 2 Corinthians 10:5 ; 1 Peter 5:6-7; 2 Chronicles 20:12; Hebrews 13:5Our Sponsors:* Check out Claritin: www.claritin.com* Check out Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out NPR: npr.org* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum explores the concept of imposter syndrome and its root in pride. Originally intending to discuss strategies to overcome imposter syndrome, Tatum shares how God led her in a different direction, emphasizing the importance of humility and reliance on Him.Key Points:Imposter Syndrome Defined: Imposter syndrome is feeling anxious and inadequate despite external success. It manifests as feeling like a fraud or phony, doubting one's abilities, and not experiencing internal success or joy despite achievements.The Root of Imposter Syndrome: Tatum reveals that the root of imposter syndrome is pride, which often masquerades as false humility. She references 1 John 2:16-17, highlighting the dangers of worldly desires and pride.God's Grace and Salvation: Tatum emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's grace and salvation as the source of true contentment, not worldly achievements or success.Humility and Wisdom: Tatum concludes by urging listeners to embrace true humility, as it precedes wisdom and honor. She references Romans 12:2, encouraging listeners to focus on God and not conform to worldly standards.Closing:Tatum encourages listeners to denounce their affiliation with imposter syndrome, seek God for fulfillment, and embrace true humility to experience His best in their lives.Announcement:50% off all books, devotionals, and planners written by Tatum: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/shop https://www.anchoredmedia.com/shopLooking for your tribe of women who love God and are building His business? Check out The Society: https://blessedandbossedupsociety.com/share/aZWPuUVTEO0_QKxN?utm_source=manualStay Connected:Follow Tatum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatumtemia/ Youtube: www.youtube.com/@TatumTemiaLeave a five-star review and share this episode with someone who may be struggling with imposter syndrome.Our Sponsors:* Check out Claritin: www.claritin.com* Check out Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out NPR: npr.org* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

 In this bonus episode, we continue our journey through Joyce Meyer's "Battlefield of the Mind," focusing on Chapter 11: A Doubtful and Unbelieving Mind.Joyce Meyer starts by defining doubt as standing in two ways, implying uncertainty and wavering between hope and fear. She distinguishes doubt as a tactic of the enemy to lead us into disobedience, whereas unbelief is outright disobedience. This distinction is crucial because it shows us that doubt is an attack on our faith, and we have the power to correct it and realign ourselves with God's promises.Meyer shares a powerful story of a man battling sickness, who, despite intermittent attacks of doubt, continued to confess healing scriptures. God revealed to him the spiritual battle behind his doubts, showing him that each time he confessed the word, the enemy retreated. This illustrates that doubt is not from God but is planted by the enemy to negate our faith.Personal anecdotes and strategies are shared, emphasizing the importance of knowing and speaking God's word to combat doubt. Practical steps are provided, such as memorizing scriptures, studying the Bible in context, and writing out prayers of authority incorporating the word.The episode concludes with a reflection on the faith of Abraham, who, against all odds, believed God's promise of many descendants. Like Abraham, we're encouraged to be fully convinced that God will do what He promises, regardless of how circumstances appear.Scriptures Referenced:Matthew 14:31Mark 6:61 Kings 18:21Romans 12:3Romans 4:18-211 Corinthians 1:271 Samuel 16:7Matthew 14:24-32James 1:5-7Matthew 21:18-22Matthew 17:14-20Hebrews 4:11Romans 1:17Grab a copy of the book: https://amzn.to/3T6Kg0p--To watch the replay of the Christian Content Creator's Townhall, visit: https://anchoredmedia.kartra.com/webinar/MDnW18K7BprKTo apply and learn more about Anchored Media's Purposed to Podcast Program: https://www.videoask.com/fyt8cv1k0Our Sponsors:* Check out Claritin: www.claritin.com* Check out Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out NPR: npr.org* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Tatum discusses a powerful revelation of Isaiah 6 and how we all need to check what is driving us in our journeys to create or build for the Lord.To watch the replay of the Christian Content Creator's Townhall, visit: https://anchoredmedia.kartra.com/webinar/MDnW18K7BprKTo apply and learn more about Anchored Media's Purposed to Podcast Program: https://www.videoask.com/fyt8cv1k0Our Sponsors:* Check out Claritin: www.claritin.com* Check out Delta Air Lines: www.delta.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out NPR: npr.org* Check out NetSuite: netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy