Every company has a unique set of characteristics, what we refer to as “Kingdom positioning.” Kingdom positioning is the foundation for determining purpose. We have found that when business owners focus on purpose, passions, people, and placement, they gain insight into the company’s greater purpose. This clarity can help owners build a business that is […]
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Every business owner has goals and aspirations in mind for that business. Business owners with the goal of applying a biblical worldview to their companies can accomplish that goal by building purpose-driven organizations. Determining a company’s purpose is accomplished by developing the: • Right Mindset – recognizing that God created work and we can therefore […]
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Is your business designed to survive across generations? We teach that there are three key factors that contribute to a company’s legacy: 1) Recognize that God owns the business. 2) Develop the company’s mission, core values, and vision. 3) Structure the business as a covenantal organization. A purpose-driven business that incorporates these elements allows the […]
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In Luke 12:48, Jesus states that “From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded.” Business owners in the United States have been “given much.” According to Payscale, the average salary of a small business owner in the U.S. was $70,000 in 2020, placing them in the 71st percentile of wage earners in […]
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In 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, Paul challenges followers of Christ to be sure that what they are building will make an eternal impact. There are eight principles that can be derived from God’s word that, when practically applied to a business’s operations, help ensure a business is operating as its Creator intended. They are legacy, stewardship, […]
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When thinking about what creates value in a company, we often consider financial value first. However, enhancing the total value of a business from a biblical worldview involves both financial and relational capital – the social and spiritual resources needed to positively impact people now and for eternity. Financial value can be measured through the […]
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Enhancing the total value of a business from a biblical worldview involves both financial and relational capital – the social and spiritual resources needed to positively impact people now and for eternity. Read more about enhancing your company’s value.
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The Family Business: A Broader View When you think of family, who do you picture? For many, “family” is comprised of the people who live in their home: the nuclear family. Many of us think of a family as a small, safe unit where we convey our values as we prepare our children and launch […]
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Our Business Consulting advisors answer a recent question one of them received, below: Question: I am considering selling my company, but I’m concerned about unanticipated surprises after the fact. What are some common pitfalls you have seen? Answer: In our experience, the best way to avoid pitfalls is to understand what to expect and prepare […]
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Using a Principles-Based Approach to Enhance Business Value A principles-based approach to creating business value uses a decision-making framework that combines a deep understanding of timeless biblical truths, sound knowledge of economics and investments, and an in-depth evaluation of risk dynamics. This framework is derived from Blue Trust’s Principles-Based Investing philosophy. How Can a Principles-Based […]
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