The Purpose Matrix

Phil Moeller
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Welcome to The Purpose Matrix, where your business and personal life come together so you can live with clarity, confidence and peace. Hosted by Phil Moeller, a business leader, real estate investor, husband, and father, this podcast is designed to equip and inspire you to pursue your God-given purpose in every area of life. If you’re ready to step out of your comfort zone, overcome fear, and live with purpose, hit subscribe and join us on this journey!

  1. 15h ago

    What We Do In Life Echoes In Eternity | Honoring Tim Kight and the Mindset He Built, Taught & Lived

    Originally recorded two years ago, the late Tim Kight, founder of Focus 3 and longtime leadership coach for Ohio State football, was and still is a major influence on Phil's leadership journey, and this conversation is a fitting reminder of that impact. In it, Tim breaks down the R Factor,  a simple equation (Event + Response = Outcome) that shaped leaders across sports, business, and his own life. He and Phil dig into the mindset cycle that drives every human reaction, why discipline beats default, and how the same tool that fixes a bad commute carried Tim through his own cancer diagnosis. Tim explains the Performance Pathway connecting leadership, culture, behavior, and results, and introduces "20 square feet" — the idea that everyone owns a piece of the outcome, no title required. The conversation closes on identity and purpose: why values have to be chosen, not absorbed, and why timeless principles matter more than trends. Subscribe to this podcast on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.  Please rate us 5 stars so we can keep spreading our message to more people.  Thank you for listening!

  2. Sep 22

    From Drug Busts to Make-A-Wish | Nick Schulze's Life of Service

    26 years in law enforcement, thousands of lives touched.  From the DARE program to CASA, Make-A-Wish, and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Nick Schulze has spent his life showing up for people nobody else would. In this episode, Phil sits down with the Mercer County law enforcement veteran, probation officer, and community advocate to talk about faith, fellowship, and the power of surrounding yourself with the right people. Nick shares the story behind a Make-A-Wish family's heartbreaking request, why FCA is changing the way young people talk about faith, and what happened when he opened his home to priests, brothers, and sisters from around the world for seven straight years. If you've ever wondered whether one person's willingness to serve can actually change a community, this episode is your answer. Subscribe to this podcast on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.  Please rate us 5 stars so we can keep spreading our message to more people.  Thank you for listening! 00:00 Nick Schulze's Journey of Service 00:57 Introduction to Nick Schulze's Experience 12:39 The DARE Program and Its Impact 15:48 Involvement with FCA and Youth Engagement 21:47 Building Community Through Faith and Support Groups 27:44 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 28:38 The Role of FCA in Community Engagement 30:26 Embracing Fear and Seeking Growth 33:25 Setting Goals and Looking Forward 36:47 The Impact of Community and Faith 42:19 Serving Others: CASA and Make-A-Wish 49:24 Reflecting on a Life of Service

  3. Sep 15

    Managing Money & Priorities to Live Your Life Well | Mark Hoge

    Phil and Mark dig into the tax strategies most business owners miss, R&D credits, cost segregation, and cash-basis accounting, before shifting into what actually separates financially successful business owners from everyone else: knowing your numbers. The conversation moves into real leadership territory as Mark opens up about his own transition from technician to managing shareholder, comparing it to becoming a first-time dad. The back half covers estate planning (why "winging it" with an outdated will is a real risk), staying grounded during tax season, and Mark's own hierarchy of faith, family, and work, and how that order shapes decisions at his firm. Subscribe to this podcast on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.  Please rate us 5-stars so we can continue spreading our message to more people.  Thank you for listening! Tax Planning by Age: 22 to 42 — what to prioritize at each career stage The R&D Tax Credit Most Businesses Miss Cost Segregation & Bonus Depreciation Explained Cash Basis vs. Accrual: The Deferral Opportunity Year-End Moves: Roth Conversions & Charitable Giving What Separates Successful Business Owners — financial acumen vs. hustle From CPA to Managing Shareholder — Mark's "new dad" leadership analogy Self-Awareness as a Leadership Skill — "the problem isn't not knowing; it's not knowing what you don't know" Estate Planning 101: Wills vs. Trusts Does Tax Season Ever Get Easier? — how Mark protects family time in Q1 Faith, Family, Work: Mark's Hierarchy — and how it filters decisions

  4. Sep 8

    My Kids Don't Need a Wealthy Father, They Need a Courageous One | Alex Brau

    Alex Brau built the career most people chase — CFO, mergers and acquisitions, a run helping build Inter Miami from the ground up. He had it all, or thought he did. Then his 15-year-old son started watching him a little differently, and Alex realized something that had nothing to do with finance: his kids didn't need a wealthy father; they needed a courageous one. This episode digs into what actually held him back for years — not strategy, not timing, but fear — and the underwater moment during a scuba certification that cracked it wide open for him. Phil and Alex talk about being aggressive with action but patient with results, why "having more to lose" in your 40s is mostly an illusion built on stuff that doesn't matter, and why regret from inaction outweighs regret from failure almost every time. It's a conversation for anyone sitting on a dream they've been circling for years, waiting for the "right time" that never quite comes. 00:00 Introduction to Alex Brau and His Journey 03:02 The Balance of Corporate Success and Entrepreneurial Passion 05:51 Navigating Fear and Courage in Business Decisions 09:00 Mindset and Daily Affirmations for Success 12:10 The Importance of Core Values in Business 14:46 Fractional CFO: Supporting Business Growth and Transitions 18:10 Overcoming Fear of Failure and Embracing Growth 21:00 The Role of Community and Accountability in Business 24:06 Looking Ahead: Opportunities in Business and Technology 26:57 Recommended Reading: Mindset by Carol Dweck Email: alex@thebayfrontgroup.comPhone: (786) 326-2255Website: https://thebayfrontgroup.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbraucpa/

  5. Sep 1

    Two Gunshot Wounds, One Question: Who Are You When Athletics Is Taken Away? | Nate Bruns

    Nate Bruns had the identity every small-town Midwest kid dreams of — state champion in football and basketball, all-conference at Findlay, top-five in program scoring history. Then two things stripped it all away: losing his best friend and teammate Ty Mescher his junior year, and getting shot twice in a random Columbus shooting two years later — one bullet two inches from costing him his leg. This episode is about what's left when the identity you built your whole life around gets taken from you, and what Nate found underneath it. Straight line to "Remember Who You Are" — and a direct challenge to leaders on why faith at work isn't a liability, it's an advantage for attracting the next generation. 0:51 – Welcome Nate, his athletic résumé at Marion Local and Findlay 3:00 – Junior year peak — academically, spiritually, on the court 5:00 – Losing Ty Mesher, what real leadership through energy looks like 10:00 – You don't have to be the loud one to lead — lead yourself first 14:00 – Senior year drift, questioning faith, "why would this happen to a great guy" 17:00 – Coach Ernst's leadership conversation — adapting style, not identity 25:00 – 2024 — the leadership shift starts to take root 27:00 – The shooting in Columbus — what actually happened 32:00 – Recovery, the infection scare, three weeks of surgeries 38:00 – Leaning into faith — the Romans 5:3-5 "God wink" moment 44:00 – Identity — athlete vs. who God made him to be 48:00 – Starting the Watch Men’s Group with Alex Kanapke 53:00 – Choosing your associations — the roommates story 57:00 – Closing challenge: faith at work is an advantage, not a risk

  6. Aug 25

    Connect First, Then Lead | Gary Lipsky on Building an Ownership Mindset so Your Team Goes the Extra Mile

    Phil talks with Gary Lipske about entrepreneurship, leadership, and how to build real momentum by staying focused on one priority at a time. Gary shares how his early hustle, business experiments, and work across real estate, youth leadership, and creative projects all come back to the same core skill set: solving problems, creating value, and leading people well. They also dig into courage, mentorship, and why strong teams need ownership, clear communication, and genuine connection. Gary explains how those ideas shaped his work with thousands of K through 12 students and how they continue to guide his real estate leadership today. 03:34 - Why Gary focuses on one business at a time 05:57 - Finding the courage to leave safety behind 13:33 - How Gary got into youth leadership work 20:48 - Gary’s leadership philosophy in real estate and with staff 23:58 - Why communicating the “why” changes team performance 27:59 - People want to feel accepted, appreciated, and valued 30:12 - Building the right team so each person can play to strengths 31:12 - How Gary decides what to focus on next 32:43 - Creating win-win outcomes in real estate 34:33 - Crucial Conversations and the value of hard discussions 35:20 - Why he’s optimistic about multifamily real estate 36:09 - Where to learn more about Gary and his work Follow @PhilOnPurpose https://www.instagram.com/philonpurpose https://www.facebook.com/philonpurpose

  7. Aug 18

    Your Leadership at Work Changes the Quality of Life for Your Team at Home | Chuck Huggins of Aileron

    Phil Moeller talks with Chuck Huggins, Chief Growth Officer at Aileron, about the hidden burden many business owners carry: overwhelm, loneliness, and the tendency to hold onto too much. Chuck shares how Aileron helps owners shift from telling to asking, build stronger leadership teams, and create businesses that can function without the founder being present every day. The conversation also explores Aileron’s broader mission to improve quality of life through professionally managed organizations, plus the ripple effect that leadership has on employees, families, and communities. 00:00 "Business owners often feel overwhelmed and lonely." 10:42 "Effective delegation is crucial for growth." 16:43 "Leadership supercharges business fundamentals." 18:22 "Aileron provides a supportive community." 25:33 "Self-leadership is essential for positive influence." 27:43 "Asking questions is more influential than telling." 37:46 "The ripple effect of leadership impacts families." 38:15 "I get to go to work." Follow @PhilOnPurpose https://www.instagram.com/philonpurpose https://www.facebook.com/philonpurpose

  8. Aug 11

    Dependable, Humble, Thorough | Ben Miller & Matt Hibner on Building Culture and Communities

    In this conversation, Phil Moeller interviews Ben Miller and Matt Hibner, principals at Garmann and Miller, discussing the company's growth, core values, and the importance of culture in leadership. They explore the challenges of expanding into new locations, the significance of partnerships, and the need for mental health support for employees. The discussion emphasizes the importance of adaptability, servant leadership, and the impact of their work on the community.

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Welcome to The Purpose Matrix, where your business and personal life come together so you can live with clarity, confidence and peace. Hosted by Phil Moeller, a business leader, real estate investor, husband, and father, this podcast is designed to equip and inspire you to pursue your God-given purpose in every area of life. If you’re ready to step out of your comfort zone, overcome fear, and live with purpose, hit subscribe and join us on this journey!

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  • Creator
    Phil Moeller
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    147
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Phil Moeller
  • Show Website
    The Purpose Matrix