Why do we rush to set new goals without first reflecting on what God has already done?

In this episode of Think On These Things, we discuss the importance of starting the year with gratitude and praise, rooted in Philippians 4:8. Instead of focusing only on what went wrong or what still needs to happen, we reflect on God’s faithfulness through both the good and the difficult moments.

From personal growth and patience to marriage, expectations, and learning to trust God’s timing, this conversation highlights why remembrance and gratitude are essential for spiritual and emotional growth.

If you’ve ever felt discouraged because your goals didn’t fully come to pass, this episode offers encouragement, perspective, and hope for the year ahead.

Most agency owners don’t fail because they aren’t working hard.
They fail because they’re building the wrong things at the wrong time.

In this episode, we sit down with Jesse P. Gilmore, founder of Niche Control and creator of the Leverage of Growth Framework, to unpack why so many agency owners get stuck — and how to break through without burning out.

Jesse has coached 500+ agency owners, and in this conversation he shares real, practical insights on:

• Why hustle culture eventually breaks agencies
• The first systems founders must build to scale
• How thinking must change at each revenue stage ($0 → $1M+)
• Why sales clarity beats marketing in the early stages
• When (and who) to hire as your first key team members
• How to build an agency that doesn’t depend entirely on you

This episode is especially valuable for agency owners, consultants, freelancers, and service-based entrepreneurs who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what to focus on next.

If you want better systems, clearer offers, stronger leverage, and less chaos, this conversation will give you direction you can actually apply.

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House of David: https://www.primevideo.com/detail/House-of-David/0FDRQYNQWZ8H8H1YL6G9P4N0G9The Promised Land: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePromisedLandSeriesPart 1: Dating After 30, Singleness, and Other Questions Answered: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ac-TrYUD8R4&t=113sPart 2: Dating After 30, Singleness, and Other Questions Answered: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1Kb6HHPYowThis episode of the "Think on These Things" series discusses deep themes found in Christian media, focusing on the new TV series The House of David and a podcast on singleness and dating after 30 by The Perrys. The hosts draw parallels between King Saul's disobedience, fear of man, and its generational impact on his family, emphasizing the biblical principle that obedience is better than sacrifice. They also delve into the complexities of Christian dating, specifically addressing how to reject someone kindly and clearly without gossiping, using their own intentional dating and marriage experience as a framework for seeking God's wisdom in every stage of a relationship.Key Discussion Points1. The House of David and the story of Saul’s disobedience.2. Saul's fear of the people versus David's desire for God's Spirit.3. The principle: Obedience is better than sacrifice.4. How Saul's sin impacted his son, Jonathan, and daughter, Michal.5. The importance of seeking God to clean up toxic generational patterns.6. Podcast on singleness, dating, and rejection (The Perrys with Jackie Hill Perry).Timestamp,Title00:00 - Intro: God, Take Everything Except This02:11 - The House of David TV Series on Amazon Prime 03:58 - Saul's Disobedience: Obedience is Better than Sacrifice 06:00 - Saul's Fear of People vs. God's Wrath 07:12 - Saul's Pride and Protecting His Image as King 08:43 - Saul's Problem with Identity (Hiding to King) 10:26 - Saul vs. David's Repentance 12:46 - Saul's Sin Affected Jonathan and Michal 15:57 - Michal's Rebuking of David: Learned from Family 16:32 - Cleaning Up Toxic Generational Things 22:15 - Podcast: Dating After 30 / Singleness (The Perrys) 23:21 - Rejecting Someone: Being Clear and Kind 27:28 - Nice vs. Kind: Be Straightforward in Rejection 41:24 - Conclusion: Seek God First for the Best Solution

In this episode of Think On These Things, we dive deep into the powerful conversation between Cam Newton and Jason Wilson regarding manhood, vulnerability, and the misconceptions of strength. We explore why men often mask their emotions with anger, the fine line between God's grace and willful sin, and how our childhood upbringing shapes our relationship with God and others. Join us as we unpack the importance of listening to understand rather than just to reply, and why it is biblically okay to feel sadness and seek comfort.

Keypoints discussed:

- Healthy Disagreement: How to have respectful conversations and "reset" when tensions rise.

- Grace vs. Abuse: Understanding the difference between falling into sin and abusing God's grace.

- Emotional Intelligence: Why anger is often a cover for fear and how to express emotions healthily.

- Parenting & Faith: The balance of gentle parenting and how we view authority figures in the church.

- Biblical Vulnerability: Examining how King David and Jesus expressed deep emotions without losing their strength.

00:00 - Intro : The Art of Listening

2:42 - Reviewing Cam & Jason

04:36 - Listen to Understand

05:35 - The Power of "Reset"

11:03 - Abusing God's Grace

15:42 - Surroundings Affect Faith

17:47 - Blind Trust in Elders

19:11 - Gentle Parenting Balance

23:24 - The Bearded Girl Story

26:42 - Zachariah vs Mary

34:37 - Anger vs Real Emotion

40:16 - Toxic "Be A Man" Culture

44:54 - God Comforts the Sad

55:00 - Conclusion: It's Okay to Feel

Cam & Jason Wilson on Manhood, Faith, and Overcoming Temptation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MIDFm1mGZI&t=1s

For those seeking to integrate more AI into their business but feel overwhelmed, a call can be scheduled with me here: https://calendly.com/giuseppe-ofw/introductory-call.QUARATA CONSULTING INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/quarataconsulting/CONTACT ME:🔹 quarataconsulting.com🔹 info@quarataconsulting.com---------------------------------------------------------------------Phil Dobinson, co-owner of Oola Bowls , joins the podcast to share the incredible journey of growing his brand from a single food truck in Lancaster, PA , to a multi-state franchise. He emphasizes that the core of their success isn't traditional advertising, but a relentless focus on building genuine relationships. Phil details the "boots-on-the-ground" strategy of getting "bowls in bellies" , the importance of empowering the right people , and how maintaining a "mom-and-pop" culture is critical, even as they scale. He also shares the personal side of the journey, including the leap of faith required to move to Tampa and launch the brand in a new market where he knew no one.Key Learnings:The Oola Bowls origin story: From a food truck to a franchise.The Hershey Park deal: How one simple conversation sparked a major opportunity.Why relationships are the most important part of marketing.The "Bowls in Bellies" strategy: Using free samples effectively.Maintaining a "mom-and-pop" vibe in a growing franchise.The power of finding the right people for the right "seat on the bus".Phil's advice on seeking opportunities and persistence.Chapters00:00 - Intro: The Hershey Park Connection 02:58 - How Oola Bowls Started in Lancaster05:15 - From Food Truck to Full-Time Job 06:55 - Finding The Right Team & Culture07:51 - The Legal & Financial Hurdles of Franchising09:14 - Expanding Oola Bowls Across the US 10:29 - Why You Can't Do It All By Yourself14:03 - Relationships vs. Running Ads17:46 - "Boots on the Ground" Marketing 21:58 - The ROI of Giving Free Samples26:42 - Partnering with Local Social Media33:16 - Facing Imposter Syndrome & Moving to Tampa41:40 - Conclusion: Phil's Advice for Entrepreneurs Connect with Phil Dobinson ( Owner of Oola Bowls )http://instagram.com/@oolabowlstampahttps://www.oolabowls.com

For those seeking to integrate more AI into their business but feel overwhelmed, a call can be scheduled with me here: https://calendly.com/giuseppe-ofw/introductory-call.QUARATA CONSULTING INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/quarataconsulting/CONTACT ME:🔹 quarataconsulting.com🔹 info@quarataconsulting.com---------------------------------------------------------------------Ben Barkley, owner of Digital Dreams , shares his incredible 20-year journey from working a "big boy job" at Dish Network to building an 8-figure commercial AV integration enterprise. Ben details the exact moment his life changed—getting a DUI that led to being fired —and how that "pebble" forced him into entrepreneurship. He discusses the critical pivot from chasing 10,000 residential customers to focusing on high-ticket commercial projects , the struggle (and eventual success) of building recurring revenue , and landing massive clients like Salesforce , Madison Square Garden , and BART.Key Takeaways:1. The life-changing DUI that launched his business.2. Why he pivoted from residential to commercial (and the headaches he left behind).3. The 20-year journey to build an 8-figure business.4. His strategy for building Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) with Verkada.5. How he landed massive projects with Salesforce, MSG, and Penn Station.6. The health scare that forced him to stop expanding nationally.7. The importance of joining groups like Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) to "skip levels".00:00 - Intro: How to Skip Levels in Business 00:37 - Welcome Ben Barkley, Owner of Digital Dreams01:33 - Starting 20 Years Ago at Dish Network03:08 - The DUI That Changed My Entire Life 03:57 - Doubling Pay with a Side Hustle04:42 - The Pivot: Residential vs. Commercial Clients07:28 - Why Residential Customers Were a Nightmare 10:13 - The Different Levels of Commercial AV11:00 - The Search for Recurring Revenue (ARR)16:46 - Hiring Strategy: 1099s vs. W2 Project Managers 20:00 - My Sales Strategy: 0% Marketing, 100% Referrals23:32 - Landing Massive Clients: Salesforce & MSG28:28 - Why I Stopped Expanding (Health Over Hustle) 41:40 - Conclusion: My Most Important Lesson as a "Late Bloomer"Connect with Ben Buckley (Founder of Digital Dreams)https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-buckley-67907750/https://digitaldreams.com/

Why do so many Christian conversations focus on criticism rather than reflection?

In this first episode of Think On These Things, we explore what it means to fix our thoughts on what is true, honorable, and worthy of praise (Philippians 4:8).

Here are the podcasts we mentioned in this episode:

Den of Kings | KevOnStage, Ray J, Dr. Jay Barnett, Jonathan Majors & NLE The Great on Mental Wealth - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeX11CYxq9w

MIKE TODD on SEXUALITY, Fake GOSPEL & CHARLIE KIRK - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trVgjWYZVyA

From mental health and marriage to grace and growth, we discuss the importance of focusing on the good — even when life and faith get complicated.

Watch. Reflect. Think on these things.

For those seeking to integrate more AI into their business but feel overwhelmed, a call can be scheduled with me here: https://calendly.com/giuseppe-ofw/introductory-call.QUARATA CONSULTING INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/quarataconsulting/CONTACT ME:🔹 quarataconsulting.com🔹 info@quarataconsulting.com---------------------------------------------------------------------Join us in this inspiring episode with Kate, a powerhouse in leadership development who shares her incredible journey from the front lines of broadcast journalism to finding her true calling. Kate opens up about the emotionally draining and soul-crushing moments that led her to leave a seemingly glamorous career in television news. She discusses how faith, prayer, and a desire to be present for her family guided her transition into leadership training, where she now feels perfectly aligned with her purpose. This conversation explores the challenges of navigating secular workplaces as a believer, the beauty of trusting in God's plan, and the profound lessons learned through motherhood.Key Points Discussed:1. Kate's experience as a broadcast journalist and the emotional toll it took.2. The transition from a high-pressure news career to leadership development.3. How God opened doors for her next career step in perfect alignment.4. Her current work with Bold Brave Me, a Christian entertainment network.5. Balancing a thriving career with being a mom to four boys.6. The importance of sharing one's testimony to connect with and help others.7 .A powerful message on being "fearfully and wonderfully made."---------------------------------------------------------------------Chapters00:00 - Intro: The Soul-Crushing Side of News Segment 02:00 - A New Mission: Bold Brave Me04:06 - Living a Called Life05:28 - The Disney College Experience Segment08:09 - Skills for a New Season10:58 - Navigating Ethics and Politics in News12:46 - The Moment I Knew I Had to Leave Segment 15:49 - Praying for the Next Step17:38 - How The Perfect Role Unfolded22:20 - Lessons in Fear from Children Segment 24:58 - Trusting God's Plan Over Fear36:16 - How Parenthood Reveals God's Love40:34 - The Core Message She Shares48:03 - Conclusion: Fearfully and Wonderfully MadeConnect with Kate Bays ( CEO of Virtual Agility)http://linkedin.com/in/katebayshttps://virtual-agility.my.canva.site/