Living with Excellence | Alita Reynolds + Erwin McManus
I had the pleasure of speaking with Erwin McManus, a remarkable individual who has significantly impacted my life through his unique approach to faith, entrepreneurship, and communication. Erwin is both an entrepreneur and a church leader, a rare combination that has allowed him to finance and grow his church, Mosaic, in innovative ways. We discussed Erwin’s journey of transforming a traditional church into Mosaic, a vibrant community that reaches a diverse group of people, including atheists, agnostics, and artists. Erwin shared the challenges he faced, including financial struggles and internal conflicts, and how his entrepreneurial spirit helped him navigate these obstacles. Erwin emphasized the importance of living a life of excellence, both in the church and in the secular world. He shared personal anecdotes about maintaining high standards and the necessity of continuous improvement. We discussed how Christians can have a significant impact in their workplaces by living out their faith authentically and striving for excellence. One of the key topics we explored was the concept of "Mind Shift," which is also the title of one of Erwin's new books. He explained how changing internal mental structures can lead to success and fulfillment. Erwin highlighted the importance of self-critique and the willingness to grow, even if it means leaving behind people who do not support your growth. Erwin also introduced "The Arena," a learning community he created to help people, especially entrepreneurs, develop their communication, leadership, and character. This platform offers a space for high-level learning and personal development. In closing, Erwin shared a powerful truth bomb: "You are your own ceiling." He encouraged listeners to take responsibility for their lives and recognize that their own limitations are often the biggest barriers to success. For those who are far from the Lord or have not accepted Jesus, Erwin offered heartfelt advice on finding faith and community. He emphasized the relational aspect of faith and the importance of surrounding oneself with people who live vibrant, meaningful lives. This episode is packed with insights and inspiration for anyone looking to live a life of excellence and impact, both in their faith and in the world. 00:00:25 - Guest Introduction: Erwin McManus 00:01:00 - Balancing Entrepreneurship and Ministry 00:01:53 - Financing Mosaic Church 00:03:28 - Challenges in Leading Women of Faith 00:04:22 - Transforming a Traditional Church 00:06:01 - Initial Struggles and Growth at Mosaic 00:08:18 - Starting Mosaic in a Nightclub 00:10:18 - Innovative Communication Style 00:10:51 - Impacting the Secular Workplace 00:12:09 - Real-life Example of Business Coaching 00:13:36 - Living a Life of Hope and Abundance 00:15:49 - Helping Christians Live Abundantly 00:17:04 - Focus on Living Fully Alive 00:18:07 - Advocating for a Spirit of Excellence 00:20:06 - Critique and Continuous Improvement 00:23:34 - Excellence in the World vs. the Church 00:26:11 - Importance of Feedback and Improvement 00:27:23 - Introduction to Mindshift Book 00:28:26 - Origins of Mindshift 00:30:33 - Internal Structures of Success and Failure 00:32:14 - Mindshift's Practical Approach 00:33:32 - Challenging Chapter: You Can't Take Everyone with You 00:35:47 - Changing Friends and Growth 00:36:39 - Encouragement to Read Mindshift 00:37:05 - Erwin McManus Truth Bomb 00:39:11 - You Are Your Own Ceiling 00:40:28 - Introduction to The Arena 00:41:33 - Message to Those Far from the Lord 00:43:02 - Closing Remarks and Farewell CONNECT WITH WOMEN OF FAITH & ALITA REYNOLDS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ▶︎ INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/womenoffaith/ ▶︎ INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/alitareynolds/ ▶︎ FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/womenoffaith ▶︎ TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@womenoffaith? ▶︎ TWITTER | https://twitter.com/womenoffaith ▶︎ WEBSITE | https://www.womenoffaith.com ▶︎ NEWSLETTER | https://www.womenoffaith.com/newsletter ▶︎ YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/c/WomenofFaithtv ABOUT ERWIN MCMANUS: Erwin Raphael McManus is a mind, life, and cultural architect and an award- winning author and artist. As a world-renowned communicator, McManus has spoken to millions of people in seventy countries on five continents in stadiums of up to one-hundred thousand people. McManus has spent the last thirty years advising and coaching CEOs, professional athletes, celebrities, billion-dollar companies, universities, and world-leaders, and is passionate about helping people destroy their internal limitations and unlock their personal genius. A native of El Salvador, McManus is also recognized internationally for being the founder and lead pastor of Mosaic, a spiritual movement that has inspired millions worldwide. He and his wife, Kim, also lead humanitarian work across the globe. Visit ErwinMcManus.com ABOUT ALITA REYNOLDS: Alita Reynolds is the President of Women of Faith, Host of the Women of Faith Show with Alita Reynolds, Founder of the Women of Faith Group Coaching program, a Certified Master Christian Life Coach (CMCLC), and a sought-after trainer and speaker. She and her husband, GJ, are the Visionaries of Women of Faith, a global ministry equipping women to live victoriously with Jesus. In addition, she serves the International Christian Coaching Institute (ICCI) by leading the Women’s Life Coaching model, where she trains and mentors women’s life coaches. Alita’s life purpose is as simple as her upbringing on a Nebraska farm. She passionately inspires others to find Jesus by bringing out God's beautiful story in their lives. Alita creates opportunities to encourage everyone to find their own God-given purpose and to live a life of excellence. This all starts at home for Alita in Lincoln, Nebraska, with her husband and three adult children, Logan, Rees, and Lexi. When she’s not working, you may find her pruning her flowers, pickling cucumbers, throwing a sushi-making party, or simply enjoying the long summer days. 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