Are your professional pursuits driven by purpose or merely profit? In this episode of Seek Go Create - The Leadership Journey, guest Brandon West shares his transformative journey from viewing himself as a CEO to embracing his role as a "chief purpose officer." Join host Tim Winders and Brandon as they delve into how integrating faith with business can create impactful, purpose-driven leadership that transcends traditional success metrics. Discover practical insights and inspiring stories that will challenge you to rethink your approach to work and life.

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Brandon West is a visionary entrepreneur, author, and pastor who founded PHOS Creative, a purpose-driven marketing agency dedicated to integrating faith and business. With a profound commitment to marketplace ministry, Brandon has launched 17 care centers across 11 countries. His debut book, "It's Not Your Business to Succeed," challenges conventional success metrics, advocating for leadership grounded in faith and purpose. Brandon's blend of business acumen and pastoral wisdom offers unique insights into leading with integrity and impact.

1. Discover Purpose Beyond Profits: Learn how Brandon West integrates faith and business to transform traditional profit-driven models into purpose-driven missions, establishing 17 care centers in 11 countries.
2. Navigate Modern Workforce Pressures: Delve into Brandon's insights on tackling the anxiety and high-pressure success metrics faced by today's young professionals, especially those in academic environments like the University of Florida.
3. Reframe Leadership and Success: Explore the enlightening conversation on shifting from control to stewardship, emphasizing faithfulness over outcomes, and embracing gentleness and emotional intelligence in leadership.

1. Book: "It's Not Your Business to Succeed" by Brandon West - Available on Amazon and provides insights on leading with trust in God's purpose rather than focusing solely on success outcomes.
2. Website: BrandonMichaelWest.com - Houses additional resources such as podcasts, articles, and further information about Brandon West’s work and philosophy.
3. Agency: PHOS Creative - Offers marketing and branding resources and has published free guides for strategic planning and fostering a flourishing workplace culture.

1. Embrace Purpose Over Profit: Reflect on the mission and vision of your own business or professional endeavors. Consider how you can shift from a profit-driven to a purpose-driven approach, integrating values and a higher purpose into everyday business practices.
2. Practice Gratitude and Reflection: Implement a regular gratitude exercise within your team or personal routine, similar to the gratitude exercise mentioned by Brandon West’s team. This can help maintain emotional wellness and keep focus on the small blessings and positive aspects of life.
3. Transition to Stewardship Leadership: Work on changing your leadership approach from one of control to stewardship. Focus on leading...