Don't Sell it Cheap - Your Weekly Calling episode artwork

EPISODE · Jun 22, 2026 · 6 MIN

Don't Sell it Cheap - Your Weekly Calling

from Work Advice for Me

In this practical and convicting episode of Your Weekly Calling, Brad Lowe explores the story of Jacob and Esau and asks listeners a challenging question: What are you trading away for temporary satisfaction? Using a personal story about trading away a valuable Michael Jordan card as a kid, Brad dives into Genesis 25 and the moment Esau gave up his birthright for a simple bowl of stew.Brad explains that Esau's mistake wasn't hunger—it was impulsiveness. He traded something permanent for something temporary, a pattern that still shows up today when people exchange character for convenience, integrity for popularity, family for success, or purpose for comfort. The episode challenges listeners to recognize the small compromises that slowly shape the direction of their lives.To bring the lesson into the modern world, Brad shares the story of Ron Wayne, who sold his 10% stake in Apple for just $800—an ownership share that would eventually be worth tens of billions of dollars. While Ron Wayne has publicly said he doesn't regret the decision, the story serves as a powerful reminder that what feels urgent in the moment isn't always what's most valuable in the long run.Through humor, relatable examples, and practical application, Brad encourages listeners to become "legacy people" rather than "immediate people," making decisions based on long-term impact rather than short-term cravings.

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Jun 22, 2026

Embed this episode

Ready to play

Don't Sell it Cheap - Your Weekly Calling

0:00 6:59

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Work Advice for Me?

This episode is 6 minutes long.

When was this Work Advice for Me episode published?

This episode was published on June 22, 2026.

Can I download this Work Advice for Me episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!