Off The Wire

Podcast: Off the Wire with Matt WiremanGuest: Dan Creed, Business Coach and EntrepreneurEpisode Overview:In this inspiring episode, Matt Wireman interviews Dan Creed, a seasoned entrepreneur and business coach with over 15 successful startup experiences, discussing business growth, personal development, and overcoming challenges.Key Timestamps and Themes:0:00-10:00: Dan's Entrepreneurial Journey- Transition from farm life to radio industry- Founding and selling 15 successful startups- Creating groundbreaking technologies like Interactive Voice Response- Key Takeaway: Entrepreneurial success requires adaptability and innovation10:00-20:00: Entering the Coaching World- Mentorship from business legends like Zig Ziglar and Brian Tracy- Motivation to help businesses avoid common mistakes- Developing a comprehensive coaching curriculum- Key Takeaway: Continuous learning is crucial for professional growth20:00-30:00: Coaching Philosophy and Techniques- Importance of listening and understanding client needs- Shifting from "telling" to "asking" mode- Priority management vs. traditional time management- Key Takeaway: Effective coaching is about empowering clients, not dictating solutions30:00-40:00: Business Challenges and Solutions- Common obstacles entrepreneurs face- Importance of clarity and goal-setting- Overcoming self-limiting beliefs- Key Takeaway: Clear vision and written goals are fundamental to success40:00-50:00: Navigating Difficult Times- Maintaining business growth during pandemic- Creative problem-solving strategies- Focusing on opportunities instead of obstacles- Key Takeaway: Resilience and adaptability are key to business survival50:00-60:00: Mindset and Personal Development- Survival mindset vs. possibility mindset- The power of hope and belief- Importance of surrounding yourself with positive influences- Key Takeaway: Your mindset determines your potential for success60:00-70:00: Coaching Beyond Business- Work with prison rehabilitation programs- Reducing recidivism through goal-setting and personal development- Holistic approach to coaching and personal growth- Key Takeaway: Personal transformation is possible with the right supportContact Information:- Website: www.mastercoachdan.com- Email: dcreed@focalpointcoaching.com- LinkedIn: Dan CreedRecommended for:- Entrepreneurs- Business owners- Professionals seeking personal development- Anyone looking to overcome self-limiting beliefsHashtags: #BusinessCoaching #Entrepreneurship #PersonalDevelopment #LeadershipSkills #BusinessGrowth Thank you for listening! If you want to find out more about Matt and how you can get coached toward your better self, visit www.matthewwireman.com and check out his LinkedIn and Instagram accounts @matt.wireman. 

In this episode of "Off the Wire," guest Doug Wood, author of "From Church Boy to Millionaire," and host Matt Wireman discuss personal growth, overcoming adversity, and integrating faith into daily life. Doug shares his journey from financial hardship to success, highlighting the importance of personal responsibility and challenging limiting beliefs. The episode emphasizes the value of coaching and mentorship in various life aspects and discusses the balance between faith and personal effort. Key themes include the power you've been given to quit unproductive aspects of life, the importance of facing reality, and the need for setting actionable goals. The episode aims to inspire you to pursue holistic success by blending personal development, faith, and practical decision-making.

In this extremely vulnerable interview with Dan "Kill Mode" Long, we are reminded that our lowest points can be our moments of truth of who we are and who we want to be. In this interview, Dan shares stories that he's not shared before to bring healing and help to those wrestling through the struggles of life. Those in the throes of depression or stuck in self-destructive cycles will find this episode like a beam of light in their darkness and despair. What you think is the end could be your beginning...

In this episode, Matt talks with his friend, Dr. Brian Arnold, who has served at Phoenix Seminary in both teaching and, most recently, as the president. This year, Preside Arnold announced that he would be leaving Phoenix Seminary to serve as pastor of a church in Paducah, Kentucky. Matt and Brian discuss the benefits of seminary and the need for practical application in ministry and spiritual formation.

Join Matthew Wireman and Dr. Duane Garrett in this thought-provoking podcast as they delve into the complexities of Old Testament theology and its practicality in modern Christian beliefs. Dr. Garrett, a former professor of Wireman's and current professor at Southern Seminary, explains the misconceptions surrounding the God of the Old Testament and how both Old and New Testaments must be kept in balance. He also shares his view that there are two distinct centers of the Old Testament: the election of Israel and the wisdom literature. Wireman and Garrett discuss the challenges of Old Testament studies and the dangers of sliding into heterodoxy due to the lack of hard limits. They also touch on the "Frankenstein Hypothesis" and the problems with the documentary hypothesis. The conversation then turns to the role of the law in ancient Israel and its relevance to modern Western countries. Garrett explains that the law was given to Israel as a pedagogue until the coming of the Messiah. He also notes the cultural gap between ancient Israel and modern Western countries and provides an example of how the kosher laws teach self-discipline and self-restraint. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of Old Testament theology and its practicality in modern Christian beliefs. The episode ends with a reminder to share and keep growing in faith.

Today I interview pastor and author Mike Breen. We discuss the important aspects of helping those in the church become adept disciples and maintain a life that is something others can look at and aim for. Thank you for listening! If you want to find out more about Matt and how you can get coached toward your better self, visit www.matthewwireman.com and check out his LinkedIn and Instagram accounts @matt.wireman.

Today I interview artist and speaker Makoto Fuijmura. Our discussion focuses primarily on his book Culture Care and the valuable lessons and questions that can arise from the content. Thank you for listening! If you want to find out more about Matt and how you can get coached toward your better self, visit www.matthewwireman.com and check out his LinkedIn and Instagram accounts @matt.wireman.

In this episode I interview Dr. Kirk Wellum, the principal of Toronto Baptist seminary and Bible College in Toronto, Canada. We discuss the challenges of ministry and how that affects the time before seminary, after seminary, and during one's ministry. We also dive into the difficulties of today that are presented to use through the media, technology and entertainment and how Christians can handle the worldly ideas and concepts that are constantly being thrown at us. Thank you for listening! If you want to find out more about Matt and how you can get coached toward your better self, visit www.matthewwireman.com and check out his LinkedIn and Instagram accounts @matt.wireman.