Business Network International (BNI): Is it Right for You? #342

Feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to break free from the cycle of stress? In this episode, we dive into the heart of stress resilience, unpacking what stress really is, how it affects our brains and bodies, and why it’s essential to approach it with practical strategies and spiritual wisdom. If you or your clients seek simple habits to build resilience, this conversation with Dr. Charles Stone offers hope and actionable steps. Tune in to: Understand what stress is and how it impacts your brain and body. Learn proven practices for building resilience. Discover one daily habit that can help reduce stress immediately. Explore how biblical truths address stress and offer lasting peace. Gain practical advice for supporting loved ones who are overwhelmed. About Charles Stone: With over 40 years of pastoral experience, Charles Stone has served as a lead pastor, associate pastor, and church planter, bringing biblical truth and practical leadership wisdom to countless congregations. He is the author of seven books, including If Jesus Gave a TED Talk and Holy Noticing: The Bible, Your Brain, and the Mindful Space Between Moments, with his new book called Stress Less: 9 Habits from the Bible and Brain Science to Build Resilience and Reduce Anxiety set to release in March 2025. Charles has also contributed over 300 articles to leading Christian leadership platforms. As a seasoned coach and consultant, he has trained over 3,000 leaders across seven countries, equipping pastors and ministry leaders to thrive in their calling. Charles combines his rich pastoral experience with cutting-edge insights from neuroscience. He holds a Ph.D., an M.Div., and a D.Min., as well as advanced certifications in the neuroscience of leadership and psychological safety. A certified coach through the International Coaching Federation, Charles specializes in helping pastors and leaders elevate their preaching, improve self-care, and navigate the unique challenges of ministry. 

Speaking can be a powerful tool for building your coaching business. In this episode, Dale Wilsher shares her inspiring journey from being a single mom speaking in faith-based spaces to earning five figures per keynote. From starting with simple survey cards to leveraging coaching success stories, Dale unpacks the strategies and pivotal moments that transformed her speaking into a thriving coaching business. You’ll also discover how to navigate different environments as a faith-based speaker, create signature talks that balance warmth and competence, and turn speaking engagements into coaching clients. Tune in to receive: Insights on combining speaking with coaching to accelerate trust and build your client base. Practical strategies for creating signature talks and using personal stories effectively. Tips for navigating professional spaces while staying true to your values. A process for turning speaking engagements into coaching clients using tools like survey cards and follow-ups. Inspiration from Dale’s journey, from faith-based beginnings to keynoting major leadership events. About Dale Wilsher Dale Wilsher is an executive leadership coach and personal development expert, specializing in personality dynamics, authenticity, and mental resilience. She is an award-winning author, certified DISC trainer, and faculty member for the US Chamber of Commerce's Institute of Organizational Management. She holds accreditations from the International Coach Federation as a Professional Certified Coach and is a member of both the National Speakers Association and Forbes Coaches Council. As a keynote speaker, Dale combines her background in sales and science to provide fresh insights into identity and purpose, leveraging the latest findings in positive psychology, leadership, and neuroscience. She helps audiences discover their untapped strengths, core values, and authentic purpose. Dale lives in Boulder, Colorado, with her husband and four daughters. She is on a mission to help people rise to their fullest lives and do their best work. Learn more about Dale’s upcoming class, The Inspirational Coach, at www.yourauthenticpersonality.com 

Join us as we wrap up the year with six of our favorite things from 2024—some practical, some inspiring, and all centered on God’s faithfulness in every season. From memorable moments to fresh insights that have shaped our lives and work, this conversation is packed with encouragement and reflection.  Whether you’re looking to discover something new, be reminded of God’s goodness, or simply enjoy a meaningful recap of the year, tune in to reflect and rejoice in what God is doing in and through us all.

Looking to help your clients bring clarity and intention to their family life? In this insightful episode, Geremy Keeton, Senior Director of the Counseling Services Department of Focus on the Family and a licensed marriage and family therapist, dives deep into family values, vision, and creating a purpose-filled family mission statement. Christian coaches will gain practical insights on how to foster healthy dynamics in both family and work environments. If you’ve been feeling the pressure of balancing personal and professional life, or are helping your clients align their values with their actions, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways. Key Takeaways: Learn how to create a family mission, purpose, and values statement. Gain clarity on fostering healthy family dynamics and team collaboration. Equip your clients to live more intentionally in alignment with their core values. Learn more about Focus on the Family: www.FocusOnTheFamily.com/gethelp

Success that leaves you drained and burned out isn’t really success at all. In today’s conversation, we explore what it means to pursue sustainable success—success that doesn’t sacrifice your soul on the altar of achievement. We’ll unpack: The Pitfalls of Hustle Culture: Why chasing bigger, faster, and more can lead to diminishing returns in both business and life. Biblical Principles for Lasting Impact: How Jesus’ rhythms of work and rest can transform your approach to coaching and business. Practical Strategies for Coaches: Tips and tools for making each day and each season align with God’s pace and purpose. Discover how to cultivate a life and business that flourish, not just for a season, but for the long haul. Pace of Grace Community: You can learn more about The Pace of Grace Community here: www.PaceOfGrace.com/community. 

Understanding and living out God’s calling is one of the most significant pursuits in our Christian walk. While it's easy to grasp the concept of calling, translating it into our daily lives can often be challenging. But knowing our purpose and calling keeps us aligned with God's design, inspires others, and brings clarity and intentionality to our every action. Listen in to reflect on your journey and consider how you can better attune to God's voice, trust Him more deeply, and follow Him more faithfully. Key Takeaways: Clarity and Direction: Gain a clear understanding of your God-given purpose. Fulfillment: Experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from living out your calling. Inspiration: Inspire others by aligning your actions with God's plan. Intentionality: Transform daily tasks into meaningful acts of worship and service. Faithfulness: Strengthen your ability to trust and follow God more faithfully. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your walk with Christ and ignite your calling. Tune in and be encouraged!

God created us for connection—with Him and with one another. The clients we serve are hungry for it. They crave real relationships, genuine warmth, deep caring, and a healthy community. Now, more than ever, we, as coaches, have the opportunity to help our clients combine learning with community through group coaching. In this episode, you'll learn: The documented ROI of group coaching How to choose a compelling and relevant topic The best ways to foster connection and engagement within your coaching groups About Jordan Mercedes: Jordan Mercedes is an executive coach, coach educator, ethics instructor, and mentor with more than 15 years of experience. She has authored two accredited International Coaching Federation training programs, Leaders Coach Forward TM and FoundationsTM.  Known as a “fire starter,” Jordan helps clients recognize and connect the power of their inner fire to create outward momentum. She works with leaders of corporations, faith-based organizations, small businesses, and startups. For each client, Jordan’s goals are to define personal and professional success, connect the heart and head to maximize impact and influence, and create a strategic path forward. Learn about Brave Coaching Mastermind here: https://www.jordanmercedes.com/ 

As coaches, we have the privilege of partnering with individuals to help them move toward their goals. Goals around: Career Advancement Health and wellness Personal growth and self-improvement Relationship building Entrepreneurship and more However, the non-directive nature of coaching often leads us to overlook its powerful potential in evangelism. In today’s episode, we dive into a compelling example of the intersection of coaching and evangelism from the Pregnancy Resource Center in Rolla, Missouri. You'll also learn discover the ICF’s competencies can guide us during these powerful conversations. This episode promises to equip you with practical tools and heartfelt insights, enabling you to make a lasting impact on the lives of those you coach.

Coaching is renowned for helping people grow and change in profound ways: enhancing self-awareness, boosting performance and productivity, increasing confidence, improving communication skills, achieving goals, enjoying work-life balance, and much more. However, something we don’t often hear about is how coaching can be a powerful tool in fulfilling the Great Commission. Thankfully, this topic was recently addressed by Chris McCluskey at the Navigator’s annual Coach Camp. Today, we have the privilege of listening in to his impactful presentation. In this episode, you will learn: The best standards for ethical practice How coaching can be utilized as a leadership tool The six styles of evangelism and the transformative power of a coach approach Join us for an enlightening episode on using coaching as a tool to fulfill the Great Commission.

In this rapidly changing world, few things are as important as equipping the next generation of leaders, assisting them in identifying their values, discerning their gifts, and living out their callings. In today’s episode, we will hear from John Basie, Director of the Residency Experience at Impact 360 Institute, as he shares how they employ coaching with their students and staff to achieve these important goals. Tune in to learn more about: • Why obtaining a coaching credential is crucial • How they have cultivated a coaching culture • The transformations they have witnessed About John Basie Dr. John Basie is an alumnus of PCCI. He serves as Director of the Residency Experience at Impact 360 Institute in Pine Mountain, Georgia. He also holds a faculty appointment with North Greenville University (SC) as Affiliated Professor of Leadership. He has served in various leadership capacities in Christian higher education since 1997, and has extensive experience in the for-profit and nonprofit sectors as a certified executive and career coach. John’s competencies include EQ assessment and coaching, life purpose planning, and next-generation leader development. He has also served as consultant to a church planting agency in the assessment and selection of ministry leadership candidates.     John is a member of the Association for Talent Development and the Evangelical Theological Society. His latest book is Know.Be.Live.: A 360° Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era (Forefront, 2021). John has been married to his bride, Marana, since 1997 and they have three college-aged kids. Free Book: Know. Be. Live.®: A 360 Degree Approach to Discipleship in a Post-Christian Era https://www.impact360institute.org/freebook/