Mark Rushing: From Pastor to Entrepreneur: How He Uncovered His True Life’s Work

Today’s episode picks up a conversation between me and my serial entrepreneur hubby, Mark. We talk about his career progression from pastor & church planter to serial entrepreneur. We explore his “aha” discovery in his mid 40’s, several years after launching his company. We discuss the benefits of personality profiles & mentors in discovering our truest selves. Stay tuned to the end for something just for listeners of this podcast.  Referenced in this episode: *DISC profile—used for personal & professional growth *Every Good Endeavor, by Tim Keller *Link for Marriage Discovery (DISC assessments & personalized feedback): Marriage Discovery  *Rebate (only good until 3/31/2020): After purchasing the package, just type “episode004” in the subject line to my email: [email protected] Topics: 1:07 Mark’s early ideas about work 6:53 Ten years out of college: seminary, ministry, & starting over 10:42 Self-perception: “I don’t fit”. Square peg 11:22 Changing careers, discovering business acumen 13:45 2008, starts AlzCare (Assisted Living for Alzheimer’s patients) 16:22 Still doesn’t call himself an entrepreneur  20:08 Mark’s “aha” moment. Affirmation of how he’s wired 25:57 Impact of creating meaningful work 28:08 Advice to someone considering entrepreneur venture 31:53 Benefits of assessments in finding life’s work 36:21 Knowing your strengths & weaknesses as a leader; bringing in team members to accomplish the company’s mission 38:49 Advice to his 20-year-old self The post Mark Rushing: From Pastor to Entrepreneur: How He Uncovered His True Life’s Work appeared first on .