Where were you on May 8?

I was working at home, as per usual, and my husband was out running errands. He texted “White Smoke!” My first thought was “Already?”

Authentic Selling for faith-driven businesses: learn how to boost sales without being pushy by serving first, practicing honesty and humility, inviting clients to “come and see,” handling rejection with grace, and using stories and testimonials to let your products shine—turning sales into a ministry of love that builds trust and results.

Saint Luke the Evangelist's feast day is celebrated annually on October 18. In his Gospel account and in the Acts of the Apostles, Luke chronicled Jesus' earthly ministry and the evangelization efforts of the early Church. I had no idea that during a lectio divina prayer session about a year ago, I'd feel a strong connection to Luke’s experiences as a chronicler of the Good News.

When everyone seems to be moving forward except you, comparison, envy, and jealousy can creep into our minds and hearts. How do we cope with these very real human experiences without acting on our feelings? 

Have you been let down by a past investment, program, or coach? Perhaps one promised massive transformation but left you disappointed, shaken, in debt, or in more of a mess than you were before.

These unfortunate situations can leave big-hearted entrepreneurs afraid and guarded against future support, despite a seemingly great opportunity to fill a new need.