Episode 176: Harland Merriam & his book, Profit Seeks Purpose: How to Make Money Without Losing Your Soul

About this episode

Harland Merriam discusses his journey and insights from his book on aligning work with faith.

Episode 176: Harland Merriam & his book, Profit Seeks Purpose: How to Make Money Without Losing Your Soul ABOUT HARLAND Harland Merriam is a pastor, coach, real estate investor, and trusted guide for faith-driven entrepreneurs. With decades of experience in ministry and business, Harland knows the tension between outward success and inner rest—and the power of walking that journey in community. Through mastermind groups, retreats, and one-on-one coaching, he helps men and women align their work with their faith, uncover what truly matters, and build lasting impact without losing their souls in the process. Harland lives in DeLand, Florida, with his wife, Barbara. He drinks homemade kombucha, grows daylilies, and believes that the best success stories are the ones where God gets the glory. CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS • Harland shares his journey from military service member to pastor, entrepreneur, and author • The significance of a pastor’s heart in business and community settings • How mentors and faith played a role in his life pivot points • Reconciling science and faith: seeing both sides as valuable • The story behind his book "Profit Seeks Purpose" and its core…

People in this episode

Host: John M Jaramillo

Guest: Harland Merriam

Topics covered

• faith-driven entrepreneurship
• community impact
• leadership
• work-life balance
• marketplace ministry

Keywords

• entrepreneurship
• faith
• leadership
• community
• resilience
• COVID-19
• mentorship

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Profit Seeks Purpose: How to Make Money Without Losing Your Soul

Places: DeLand, Florida

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