A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog related to AI, but I took a spin that reminded us of that which is certain, while starting and operating businesses related to Business as Mission. Since then, I came across an article by well informed authors who write about AI in terms I can understand. I …
A Very Readable AI Insight – Business as Mission Needs to Understand Read More »
Jan Erik Larsen and son Viggo in the Husoy, Norway Prayer House. My wife and I spent a week in Norway last month exploring the roots of our son-in-law in that country. It was a privilege to be with his family, and learn about this amazing country. One of the interesting things was to have …
Hans Nielson Hauge (1771-1824) – BAM in another Century Read More »
Monday is Labor Day in the US and Canada, a national holiday that dates back to the 1880s. It has its roots in the labor movement and is celebrated in September in North America, distinct from most of the world which celebrates the International Workers Day on May 1. Our Christian faith has much to …
IBEC Board member Dave Kier writes a regular “Leadership Tip” using stories from his career as a business owner. This one includes several principles which apply to us all and he uses a real-life example from a well-known company. Larry W. Sharp, BAM Support Specialist, IBEC Ventures Larry.Sharp@ibecventures.com —– I am starting to write my …
Dave Kier Leadership Tip: Lesson From The Big Mack Read More »
In the United States, it is almost time for football again. Have you ever heard of a 24-year-old signing a contract that will pay him $1 million dollars a week for the next five years (Contract of $255 million with $180 million guaranteed)? Quite amazing for sure, but there was another factoid that piqued my …
Here are seven questions that can provide you with a framework for a good idea: Are you passionate about it? Do you have the gifts, skills, and experience to carry it out? Is it unique, and can you monetize it? Is there a growing market for the idea? Does the idea align with your calling? …
As I have travelled around the country, given seminars in churches, schools, various small groups, and taught full courses in four colleges/universities, I have heard many comments which have intrigued me at best, and disturbed me at worst. I was reflecting on some of them recently and share them with you here, with my perspective …
Untruths I have been told about Business as Mission (BAM) Read More »
I remember when one of our kids questioned everything with “Why” when he was a toddler. He even continued into his teen years. We learned to take advantage of his curiosity and use it as a “teaching moment”. He became an avid learner. Why should a BAM practitioner continually listen carefully and ask good questions? …
The Important thing is not to stop Questioning – Albert Einstein Read More »
I read lots of stuff on entrepreneurialism and even teach a class in college on the subject. Recently, I discovered an article by an entrepreneur which covers it in a succinct and accurate manner. The author, Diane Bryant, introduces it with this paragraph in the Sept 21, 2022, issue of Fast Company magazine. After a …
Last year, IBEC Board member Don Simmons, CFP published a book which everyone should read. It is entitled The Steward Investor – Investing God’s Resources for Eternal Impact. Don has over thirty years of experience in asset management and knows the power of investing in redemptive businesses to build people and communities. He is an …