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EPISODE · Jul 3, 2026 · 19 MIN

Why It's Not Working

from The Estherpreneur · host Edna Harding

If someone is truly anointed by God… why do their efforts sometimes produce so little fruit?In this episode of The Estherpreneur Podcast, I explore a powerful truth that can reshape how Christian leaders approach business, leadership, and personal growth.Anointing and effectiveness are not the same thing.One is God’s authorization.The other is our stewardship of that authorization.Drawing from Scripture and real leadership experience, I unpack why some gifted leaders struggle to sustain impact—and what often stands between calling and effectiveness.If you're a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur trying to build something meaningful while honoring God, this episode may reveal why certain efforts feel stalled—and what God may actually be developing beneath the surface.The Estherpreneur Podcast is for CEOs, founders, and faith-driven entrepreneurs who are growing—but something feels misaligned. Whether it's your structure, your clarity, or your capacity, this show helps you identify what's off and what to focus on next.Hosted by Edna Harding, author of "The Ugly Side of Sales 2.0" and founder of Favor & Wealth, a business growth strategy firm that helps leaders scale with clarity, structure, and biblical alignment.📖 SPECIAL OFFER: GET THE BOOK + STRATEGY SESSIONWhen you purchase "The Ugly Side of Sales 2.0," you can book a private 90-minute strategy session with Edna for $1,111 (exclusive to book readers)! During this focused session, we'll examine:✅ Your current sales structure✅ Strategic adjustments to increase conversions✅ How to align your systems with your God-given assignment👉 https://www.favorandwealth.com/book-the-ugly-side-of-sales/🎯 TAKE THE FREE GROWTH AUDIT:Discover what's actually misaligned in your business in 3 minutes.👉 https://www.favorandwealth.com/no-to-known-growth-audit/🔗 JOIN IGNITE BIZ COMMUNITY:Free business directory for entrepreneurs and service-based businesses.👉 https://www.ignitebizcommunity.com/Connect with Edna:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ednaharding/Website: favorandwealth.com📲 BONUS: Download the Favor & Wealth app for free trainings and live workshops! 👉 ednaharding.com (00:00) - Anointing vs. Readiness Explained (04:12) - Mastering People-Pleasing Struggles (12:11) - "Faithfulness Over Worldly Success" (15:05) - Aligning with God: Reflection Questions (16:29) - "Resisting Structure and Faithfulness"

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If someone is truly anointed by God… why do their efforts sometimes produce so little fruit?In this episode of The Estherpreneur Podcast, I explore a powerful truth that can reshape how Christian leaders approach business, leadership, and personal growth.Anointing and effectiveness are not the same thing.One is God’s authorization.The other is our stewardship of that authorization.Drawing from Scripture and real leadership experience, I unpack why some gifted leaders struggle to sustain impact—and what often stands between calling and effectiveness.If you're a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur trying to build something meaningful while honoring God, this episode may reveal why certain efforts feel stalled—and what God may actually be developing beneath the surface.The Estherpreneur Podcast is for CEOs, founders, and faith-driven entrepreneurs who are growing—but something feels misaligned. Whether it's your structure, your clarity, or your capacity, this show helps you identify what's off and what to focus on next.Hosted by Edna Harding, author of "The Ugly Side of Sales 2.0" and founder of Favor & Wealth, a business growth strategy firm that helps leaders scale with clarity, structure, and biblical alignment.📖 SPECIAL OFFER: GET THE BOOK + STRATEGY SESSIONWhen you purchase "The Ugly Side of Sales 2.0," you can book a private 90-minute strategy session with Edna for $1,111 (exclusive to book readers)! During this focused session, we'll examine:✅ Your current sales structure✅ Strategic adjustments to increase conversions✅ How to align your systems with your God-given assignment👉 https://www.favorandwealth.com/book-the-ugly-side-of-sales/🎯 TAKE THE FREE GROWTH AUDIT:Discover what's actually misaligned in your business in 3 minutes.👉 https://www.favorandwealth.com/no-to-known-growth-audit/🔗 JOIN IGNITE BIZ COMMUNITY:Free business directory for entrepreneurs and service-based businesses.👉 https://www.ignitebizcommunity.com/Connect with Edna:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ednaharding/Website: favorandwealth.com📲 BONUS: Download the Favor & Wealth app for free trainings and live workshops! 👉 ednaharding.com (00:00) - Anointing vs. Readiness Explained (04:12) - Mastering People-Pleasing Struggles (12:11) - "Faithfulness Over Worldly Success" (15:05) - Aligning with God: Reflection Questions (16:29) - "Resisting Structure and Faithfulness"

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