THE GROWTH TABLE

Blessing Arutere
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A Podcast where real conversations meet practical growth. I, Blessing Arutere, will be sitting with entrepreneurs, creators, and everyday achievers to unpack money, purpose, business, and the lessons behind building a meaningful life.

  1. 1d ago

    JOY Led: Living With Purpose Instead of Pressure

    What if success isn’t about achieving more—but becoming more intentional about the life you’re building? In this inspiring episode of The Growth Table Podcast, Blessing Arutere sits down with entrepreneur, author, and speaker Ted Kopecko to discuss the journey from external success to internal fulfillment. Drawing from more than three decades in business, architecture, entrepreneurship, and commercial real estate, Ted shares the lessons that inspired his bestselling book Finding JOY… Journey Of You. Together, they explore why purpose matters more than performance, how resilience is developed through life’s greatest challenges, and what it means to move from reactive living to intentionally designing a meaningful life. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, professional, or someone navigating a season of change, this conversation will encourage you to rethink success and discover a deeper sense of purpose.

  2. 1d ago

    You Are Not Too Far Gone: Recovery, Redemption and Rediscovering Your Identity.

    What happens after life falls apart? In this heartfelt episode of The Growth Table Podcast, Blessing Arutere sits down with author Rowan to discuss his deeply personal journey through addiction, recovery, faith, fatherhood, and healing. Drawing from his book ENOUGH, Rowan shares why recovery isn’t a dramatic transformation but a daily commitment to choosing hope, honesty, and healing. Together, they explore identity, shame, grace, purpose, and the difficult but rewarding work of rebuilding a life one day at a time. This conversation isn’t just for people walking through addiction recovery. It’s for anyone who has experienced failure, loss, disappointment, or the feeling that they’ve drifted away from the person they hoped to become. Most importantly, it’s a reminder that no matter where you are today, your story isn’t over.

  3. 4d ago

    The Entrepreneur's Odyssey: Why Stories Teach Founders What Frameworks Often Can't

    Can a story teach entrepreneurship better than a business textbook? In this episode of The Growth Table Podcast, Blessing Arutere sits down with entrepreneur, investor, educator, and author Andrew to discuss why storytelling may be one of the most effective ways to prepare founders for the realities of building a business. Drawing from his experience founding companies, investing in more than 70 startups, leading accelerators, and teaching entrepreneurship, Andrew shares the lessons that inspired The Entrepreneur’s Odyssey—a novel that combines practical startup wisdom with the timeless structure of a hero’s journey. Together, they explore why entrepreneurs often know what to do but still struggle to do it, how storytelling bridges the gap between knowledge and action, and what founders consistently overlook when building companies. Whether you’re launching your first venture or leading a growing business, this conversation offers practical insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, decision-making, and personal growth.

  4. 6d ago

    Listening Beyond Words: Helping Children Feel Seen, Heard, and Understood.

    Why do so many children stop sharing their feelings with the people who love them most? In this episode of The Growth Table Podcast, Blessing Arutere sits down with family therapist and parenting expert Dr. Marcus to discuss how parents can build deeper trust and stronger emotional connections with their children. Drawing from more than 40 years of experience, Dr. Marcus explains why emotional safety is the foundation of healthy communication and introduces practical tools like becoming a Soothing Presence and helping children through the empty-out process. Whether you’re raising young children, parenting teenagers, preparing for parenthood, or working with families, this conversation offers practical strategies you can begin applying immediately. Links; http://parentrx.org/

  5. 6d ago

    Life Is Banquet: Why So Many People Settle for Less.

    What if the biggest risk in life isn’t failure—but never fully living? In this thought-provoking episode of The Growth Table Podcast, Blessing Arutere sits down with Jim Hauck to explore the mindset behind choosing courage over comfort and experiences over fear. Together, they discuss why so many people allow fear to shape their decisions, how curiosity can open unexpected doors, and whether living without regret is a mindset, a daily practice, or both. Jim shares stories and reflections on saying “yes” to life, embracing uncertainty, and finding meaning not by avoiding mistakes, but by fully participating in the journey. Whether you’re navigating change, chasing a dream, or simply wondering if you’re living as fully as you could, this conversation will encourage you to rethink what it means to truly grow.

  6. 6d ago

    Stop Chasing Leads, Start Converting Them!

    What if your business doesn’t need more leads—it just needs a better system? In this episode of The Growth Table Podcast, Blessing Arutere sits down with Cody, founder of Agent Lions Den, to discuss why many businesses struggle not because of a lack of opportunities, but because of inconsistent follow-up and inefficient sales processes. Drawing from his background as an international equestrian and entrepreneur, Cody shares how discipline, consistency, and practical systems consistently outperform short bursts of effort. Together, they explore the evolving role of AI in sales, how technology can strengthen human relationships rather than replace them, and why businesses should focus on converting more of what they already have before chasing new leads. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, sales professional, real estate agent, or business owner, this episode offers practical strategies for building sustainable growth through better execution.

  7. Jul 15

    The Ripple Effect: How Faith Shapes Leadership, Business and the Lives We Influence.

    Every decision we make creates a ripple—shaping our teams, our families, our organizations, and often generations beyond what we can immediately see. In this episode of The Growth Table Podcast, Blessing Arutere sits down with David, whose remarkable journey spans military service aboard nuclear submarines, pastoral leadership, and entrepreneurship. Together, they explore how faith becomes more than a private belief system—it becomes a framework for leadership, decision-making, and service. David shares practical wisdom on navigating pressure, distinguishing conviction from obligation, leading with integrity, and understanding the unseen consequences of every leadership decision. Whether you’re a business owner, executive, ministry leader, or someone seeking to lead with greater purpose, this conversation offers timeless lessons on character, discipline, and influence.

  8. Jul 15

    A Second Chance at Life: Heart Transplant, Love, Emotional Safety and Finding Purpose Through Service.e

    In this deeply inspiring episode of The Growth Table Podcast, Blessing Arutere sits down with Gaylen Wilson to explore his remarkable journey of receiving a heart transplant and transforming that experience into a purpose-driven mission of helping others find hope, healing, and joy. Gaylen shares the emotional journey behind his transplant, the responsibility he feels to honor the gift of life he received, and how he has dedicated himself to paying that blessing forward. He also opens up about the importance of emotional safety in relationships, the connection between healing and intimacy, and his work with the Sanctuary Bond and Monument Method. Through honesty, vulnerability, and wisdom gained from his own experiences, Gaylen reminds us that life is not only about the challenges we face—it is about what we choose to do with the opportunities we are given. This conversation is for anyone seeking deeper connection, personal growth, resilience, and a greater understanding of how our experiences can become a source of impact for others. In This Episode: * Gaylen’s life-changing heart transplant journey * Why emotional safety is the foundation of meaningful relationships * Understanding the Sanctuary Bond and Monument Method * Lessons on love, connection, healing, and living with purpose Join us for a powerful conversation about resilience, transformation, and using your story to create a positive impact. Gaylen’s social links: Websitewww.monumentmethodinstitute.comMVP Monument Validated Person pagewww.monumentmethodinstutite.com/MVP.phpFacebook page linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1aXxBYJ9kw/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/monumentmethodinstitute/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MonumentMethodInstituteTikTok tiktok.com/@monumentmethodLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaylen-wilson-846b62417Monument Hearts Trailer on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8GmXFnX/Monument Method Trailer on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8GmATNK/ED Trilogy on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8GWBKDj/Monument Hearts Trailerhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1rK_dL9pKJASNnvr9mKbqBi52emj9Bgc9/view?usp=drivesdkMonument Method Trailer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zrQ6wnVJtI-F32Gdz_Y2-wI5-NVxE4VP/view?usp=drivesdkED Trilogy trailer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r79WqiQG1p7dCH47N0GxV015VepJg6g2/view?usp=drivesdk

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A Podcast where real conversations meet practical growth. I, Blessing Arutere, will be sitting with entrepreneurs, creators, and everyday achievers to unpack money, purpose, business, and the lessons behind building a meaningful life.

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  • Creator
    Blessing Arutere
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Blessing Arutere
  • Show Website
    THE GROWTH TABLE