The Business as Mission Podcast with Mike Baer

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The Business as Mission Podcast with Mike Baer

Regular dialogue about BAM or Business as Mission with people just like you serving God in business around the world. Your host is Mike Baer, long time BAM leader and founder of Third Path Initiative, LLC. https://thirdpathinitiative.com https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer

  1. MAR 15

    Passing the Baton: How to Transition Your Business with Purpose

    So much of the Business as Mission (BAM) conversation focuses on startups—but what about finishing well? Whether your exit feels far off or closer than you’d like to admit, have you thought about who will carry the torch when you move on? Our guest, Harry T. Jones, has spent years helping business leaders wrestle with this crucial question: Are you finishing well? When I first met Harry in Asheville, NC, he asked me that very question—and it stopped me in my tracks. It’s one thing to start strong, but what about preparing for a transition that honors both God and the mission He’s given you? Harry knows this challenge firsthand. As the former co-owner and CEO of Blackberry Foods, he had to navigate his own exit, answering tough questions about leadership succession, business continuity, and kingdom impact. Today, he leads a Master Mind Group and just released a book, Succession Planning for Impact (available on Amazon), helping BAM leaders plan their transition long before retirement, sale, or leadership change is on the horizon. If you want to learn how to steward your exit well, join us for this thought-provoking conversation. Learn more about Harry’s work at www.cultivatingimpact.biz. If you’ve enjoyed the Business as Mission podcast, please follow us so you won’t miss any episodes and give us a rating wherever you listen. We’d also ask you to consider underwriting the costs of the podcast by supporting us at the Spotify link below, on Patreon (www.patreon.com/thebusinessasmissionpodcast), or Buy Me a Coffee (www.buymeacoffee.com/businessasmissionpodcast). To learn more about Business as Mission, visit Third Path at https://thirdpathinitiative.com where you will find many free and premium resources available to you. You can also learn more on our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@BAMwithMikeBaer. Our book spotlight for this episode is Business as Mission When You’re Not the Boss by Michael R Baer. On Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Business-Mission-When-Youre-Boss/dp/1790616190/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1544190742&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=business+as+mission+when+you%E2%80%99re+not+the+boss&dpPl=1&dpID=51HDBLDFi%2BL&ref=plSrch

    32 min

  2. MAR 1

    BAM LATAM—The Business as Mission Network in Latin America

    God is enlisting and mobilizing believers all over the Spanish speaking world and especially in Latin America. BAM LATAM (BAM Latin America) is a network committed to encouraging, connecting, equipping, and supporting Kingdom minded entrepreneurs and business people. The goal, like all of the Global BAM movement is to see Jesus made known among the nations, disciples made, churches planted, society transformed, the environment impacted…through business. Our guest on this episode is Scott Ross. Scott and his family live and work in Lima, Peru where he serves as the Executive Director of Five and Two Global Initiatives, www.5and2global.org and the Regional Catalyst for BAM Global in Latin America, https://bamlatam.org. His journey is interesting and his manner is encouraging. Listen to his story on this episode of the Business as Mission Podcast. If you’ve enjoyed the Business as Mission podcast, please follow us so you won’t miss any episodes and give us a rating wherever you listen. We’d also ask you to consider underwriting the costs of the podcast by supporting us at the Spotify link below, on Patreon (www.patreon.com/thebusinessasmissionpodcast), or Buy Me a Coffee (www.buymeacoffee.com/businessasmissionpodcast). To learn more about Business as Mission, visit Third Path at https://thirdpathinitiative.com where you will find many free and premium resources available to you. You can also learn more on our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@BAMwithMikeBaer. Mike’s seminal book, Business as Mission is available in Spanish from YWAM Publishing at https://www.ywampublishing.com/search.aspx?searchterm=business+as+mission and his important message to pastors, The Pastor and the Business Person, is also available in Spanish on Amazon.

    38 min

  3. FEB 15

    I Am a Christian Capitalist

    Rich Sanders uses this to describe himself, “I am a Christian Capitalist.” That title alone is enough reason to listen to this episode. But Rich rolls many things into this. He’s an attorney, an author, an Episcopalian Priest with a unique online church ministry, a promoter of Christian authors, and the owner of a small publishing house. He’s a powerful personality filled with joy, kindness, and drive. Enjoy his story. You can contact Rich or learn more about his various endeavors at theses locations— Email— contact@goodworksmission.life LinkedIn— theChristianCapitalist IG— @thechristiancapitalist Amazon— https://a.co/d/6lVmE1i Online— www.theChristianCapitalist.life We think you’ll appreciate the candor, openness, energy, humor, and pastoral heart as you listen to Rich’s episode. Support the Podcast If you’ve enjoyed the Business as Mission podcast, please subscribe and give us a rating wherever you listen. We’d also ask you to consider underwriting the costs of the podcast by supporting us at the Spotify link below, on Patreon (www.patreon.com/thebusinessasmissionpodcast), or Buy Me a Coffee (www.buymeacoffee.com/businessasmissionpodcast). You can learn more about Business as Mission by reading some of Mike’s books, such as Business as Mission, The Power of Business in the Kingdom of God, available at www.YWAMpublishing.com

    34 min

  4. FEB 1

    Professor, Investor, Mentor Shares About Capital and More

    A lot of people have a lot of questions or a lot to say about raising capital. Not all of them know what they’re talking about. Bill Andrews does. Bill Andrews holds a PhD from the Terry School of Business (University of Georgia) and an MBA in Marketing from Thunderbird International University. He’s the former chair of the Department of Management and International Business at Stetson University where he continues to teach. But that’s just the beginning. He’s a rock solid follower of Christ, a mentor to many students over many years, an investor, and the cofounder of the Hatter Angel Network. He’s been married to his wife Carol for 45 years, has 3 daughters and, according to him, 4.5 grandchildren. And, as if that’s not enough, Bill is one of my best friends for nearly 50 years. This episode covers a lot of ground so buckle up and learn! If you’ve enjoyed the Business as Mission podcast, please subscribe and give us a rating wherever you listen. We’d also ask you to consider underwriting the costs of the podcast by supporting us at the Spotify Creator link below, on Patreon (www.patreon.com/thebusinessasmissionpodcast), or Buy Me a Coffee (www.buymeacoffee.com/businessasmissionpodcast).

    40 min

  5. JAN 15

    Who Needs a BAM Coach?

    There’s a direct and powerful correlation between people seeking to start and grow a BAM company, on the one hand, and those who have qualified coaches to help them along the way. BAM is not an individual sport. It’s not a game for loners. BAM oriented and motivated founders need someone to walk with them in the path. These are the principles of IBEC Ventures as explained by Executive Director, Bob Bush. In this episode, Bob talks about who is ready for a coach, who is qualified to pitch to investors, who is likely to succeed in Kingdom Business, whether a national or an expatriate. And he should know. Bob has been working in the world of BAM coaching for nearly 20 years and has seen dozens of potential and actual founders at various milestones along the way. Today, IBEC is expanding—looking for new coaches to add to their team and for teams of nationals to provide coaching in their home countries. The first IBEC Center of Excellence opened last year in Brazil and is blazing a new path to multiply BAM coaching and, consequently, BAM impact around the world. For more information, go to www.ibecventures.com. Or contact Bob directly via email at Robert.bush@ibecventures.com. So much opportunity. So much need. Do you need a coach? Could you be a coach? The Business as Mission Podcast is produced by Third Path Initiative. Visit https://thirdpathinitiative.com to learn more. If you’ve enjoyed the Business as Mission podcast, please subscribe and give us a rating wherever you listen. We’d also ask you to consider underwriting the costs of the podcast by supporting us at the Spotify Creator link below, on Patreon (www.patreon.com/thebusinessasmissionpodcast), or Buy Me a Coffee (www.buymeacoffee.com/businessasmissionpodcast).

    36 min

  6. 12/31/2024

    Building Beyond Walls: Faith-Driven Real Estate in Bogotá

    Nicholas (Niko) Gallo’s journey to faith and later to BAM encourages us to believe that God is truly in charge of the details of our life, our path, and our business. From nearly being kidnapped in Colombia, to narrowly escaping deportation in the US, to receiving an innovative business idea from God, Niko tells the story of God’s grace to him and leaves us wanting to hear more! Listen and be encouraged. Nico is always ready to share what God gave him in business (and life) and can be reached at Ng@sulugar.co. If you enjoyed the episode, rate us wherever you listen, subscribe, and share with your network. If you’d like to support the Business as Mission Podcast, you can do so at the Spotify link in the show notes or on Patreon at You can support us as a subscriber on Patreon at patreon.com/TheBusinessasMissionPodcast.

    56 min

  7. 12/21/2024

    Merry Christmas from BAM Stories

    Host Mike Baer shares a very short year end update from the Business as Mission Podcast and a wish for all to have a Merry Christmas. Help us have a breakthrough 2025 by joining our team. You can support us as a subscriber on Patreon at patreon.com/TheBusinessasMissionPodcast or, if you listen on Spotify, you can give via the Spotify link below.

    4 min

  8. 12/15/2024

    Avodah—Company Name and Company Mission

    God brought together a garment industry expert and a serial entrepreneur and unleashed their passion for women, business, and bringing the Gospel to SE Asia. Our guest is Liz Henderson and she tells the story of Avodah Global. Avodah Global is an Australian-owned clothing manufacturer dedicated to sustainable and ethical production practices. The company provides training and safe employment to trafficking survivors and vulnerable individuals in Cambodia, aiming to disrupt traditional garment manufacturing models that often involve unsafe working conditions and environmental harm. By establishing small, digitally enabled sewing hubs, Avodah Global ensures quality garment production, environmental responsibility, and fair wages for workers. Their comprehensive services include design, pattern-making, fabric sourcing, sampling, and final production, all tailored to meet the needs of fashion brands seeking ethically made products.  Learn more at their website, www.avodahglobal.org or contact Liz directly at liz@avodahglobal.org. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a rating and subscribe on the platform you listen to and consider supporting the podcast at the Spotify link below.

    37 min
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Regular dialogue about BAM or Business as Mission with people just like you serving God in business around the world. Your host is Mike Baer, long time BAM leader and founder of Third Path Initiative, LLC. https://thirdpathinitiative.com https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer

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