Welcome to the First Episode of Soul Fueled Success!

[00:05] Shannon Spencer: Hello fellow trailblazers, believers and achievers. Welcome to the very first episode of the Soul Fueled Success podcast. I'm Shannon Spencer, your guide, fellow entrepreneur, and advocate for weaving purpose and passion into the very fabrics of our professional lives. Today marks not just the beginning of this podcast, but an invitation to you to explore a concept that's been a beacon and throughout my own journey. Soul fuel.I can hear you now. That sounds fantastic Shannon. But tell me, what is soul fuel?I'm so glad you asked.It's that divine spark within each of us, blending our gifts, passions and purposes. For us entrepreneurs, it's about transforming our ventures into missions that resonate deeply with our values and aspirations. In this podcast, we will explore how to discover your own soul fuel, how to ignite it, and how to keep it burning brightly, even in the face of challenge. We'll share stories of those who've harnessed their soul fuel to create not only successful businesses, but legacies of love and impact.So what does it mean to run a business fueled by the soul?It means every decision, every innovation, every act of leadership is infused with our core beliefs and a desire to serve not just our customers, but our community, our world, in ways that matter. We really want to make a difference. It's about recognizing our work as an extension of our calling. Whether it's through products, services, or the cultures we build within our teams and communities.We're given an opportunity to reflect God's love, to make a difference, to shine our light. That's what soul fuel is all about.But embracing this didn't come without its challenges. Each obstacle on my path tested my resilience, deepened my empathy and most importantly, solidified my faith. This journey taught me a valuable lesson. We flourish most when we walk in collaboration with God, integrating our soul fuel into every aspect of our work and our life.My goal for us is to walk together as we embark on a journey to redefine success, making it not just about leading a profitable business, but about impact, purpose and living a life rich with the joy and fulfillment that we all want.On soulfueled success., you'll hear not just from me, but from fellow entrepreneurs who've woven their soul fuel into the fabric of their businesses. We'll, shine insights on pursuing work with soul fueling actions and elements, stories of impact over mere profit and strategies for personal fulfillment.My own path began in 2006 when I left the over demanding, never satisfying corporate world to create a better, more fulfilling life for myself and my family.It's so hard to realize that that was nearly two decades ago. Someone recently just called me a pioneer as I started my adventures in the field called coaching 20 years ago. I have to say I was a bit shocked at first. But looking back over the trails I've blazed over the past 20 years, I'm proud to acknowledge that. And I've added it to my I am affirmation list.I remember my soul was eager for growth and my heart was ready to serve. I was so burned out and so tired of being in charge, but yet not really being in charge and never having enough me at the end of the day to be able to nurture my family, let alone myself.But when I started my entrepreneurial journey, navigating the complex landscape of entrepreneurship to facing life's unexpected twists and challenges, I discovered a profound truth. Our work and leadership are truly platforms for love, serving our neighbors and expressing our God given talents.I can hear you now, but Shannon, how do I find my soul fuel?I'm so glad you asked.Often when we hear about soul