Mark Rushing: From Pastor to Entrepreneur: How He Uncovered His True Life’s Work

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Today’s episode picks up a conversation between me and my serial entrepreneur hubby, Mark. We talk about his career progression from pastor & church planter to serial entrepreneur. We explore his “aha” discovery in his mid 40’s, several years after launching his company.

We discuss the benefits of personality profiles & mentors in discovering our truest selves.

Stay tuned to the end for something just for listeners of this podcast. 

Referenced in this episode:

*DISC profile—used for personal & professional growth

*Every Good Endeavor, by Tim Keller

*Link for Marriage Discovery (DISC assessments & personalized feedback): Marriage Discovery 

*Rebate (only good until 3/31/2020): After purchasing the package, just type “episode004” in the subject line to my email: info@kathyrushing.com

Topics:

1:07 Mark’s early ideas about work

6:53 Ten years out of college: seminary, ministry, & starting over

10:42 Self-perception: “I don’t fit”. Square peg

11:22 Changing careers, discovering business acumen

13:45 2008, starts AlzCare (Assisted Living for Alzheimer’s patients)

16:22 Still doesn’t call himself an entrepreneur 

20:08 Mark’s “aha” moment. Affirmation of how he’s wired

25:57 Impact of creating meaningful work

28:08 Advice to someone considering entrepreneur venture

31:53 Benefits of assessments in finding life’s work

36:21 Knowing your strengths & weaknesses as a leader; bringing in team members to accomplish the company’s mission

38:49 Advice to his 20-year-old self