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Faithful on the Clock

Faithful on the Clock

By: Wanda Thibodeaux
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Faithful on the Clock is a podcast meant to get your Christian faith and work aligned. You won’t find mantras or hacks here--just scripture-based insights to help you grow yourself, your company, and your relationship with God. If you want out of the worldly hamster wheel and want to work with purpose, then this is the show for you. Hosted by freelance business writer Wanda Thibodeaux.Copyright 2026 Wanda Thibodeaux Christianity Economics Personal Development Personal Success Spirituality
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  • How to Bring Faith Into Early Career Development With Daniel Simon

    How to Bring Faith Into Early Career Development With Daniel Simon
    Jun 29 2026
    Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God!Want to join us on social media?We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the show on all our platforms!ThreadsBlueskyFacebookPinterestInstagramLinkedInYouTubeIn this episode...How to Bring Faith Into Early Career Development With Daniel Simonhttps://faithfulontheclock.com/how-to-bring-faith-into-early-career-development-with-daniel-simonIntro teaser paragraph:In Episode 155, leadership coach and career advisor Dan Simon shares how to support young people as they navigate early career choices and development.Timestamps:[00:04] - Intro[00:39] - Dan’s bio and background[03:50] - What drew Dan into helping young people align their faith and career and why it matters[06:36] - What we can do to support young people in the awkward place of being asked to choose a career so early[10:48] - Testing careers as a lived, felt experience rather than just through logistical planning[14:25] - Differentiating between choosing a career because it is familiar or safe and choosing a career because it’s truly a calling; the importance of obeying God before anyone else[24:09] - How to ensure we pay attention to both our mission and other things that offer joy[29:11] - Building your life first and work second; taking a big-picture approach to career assessment and seeing how other elements like family might influence results[33:56] - The difference between kids who know what they want and those who have fallen through the cracks; how to support kids with gaps[45:12] - Top recommendations for leaders and young people[53:04] - Not shying away from pain or scars and the ability to be authentic or even build from mistakes[58:05] - How young people (and others) can approach church to find real support when they are trying to develop or are lost[01:01:42] - Closing the gap between leaders and those who need them[01:04:41] - How to connect with Dan[01:06:05] - Prayer[01:07:15] - Outro/What’s coming up nextKey takeaways:Calling and career are not always the same thing, and they don't have to be. Paul made tents. Jesus spent three decades as a carpenter. What puts food on the table can be separate from what God has purposed for you — and both matter.The best time to start having conversations about calling with young people is the late middle to early high school transition, before decisions carry real cost. Shadowing, informational interviews, and career assessments are not just practical tools — they are forms of prayerful discernment in action.Familiar is not the same as called. Just because a path is visible, safe, or expected by the people who love you does not mean it is yours. Obeying God first actually honors your parents more than compliance does.The difficulty of a path can be a signal, not a warning. If what you are pursuing is genuinely kingdom work, expect resistance. Joseph's 40 years, Jonah's detour, Daniel's trials — obedience was never promised to be smooth.Your scars are not disqualifiers. They are credentials. The specific pain you have been through is often the exact foundation God intends to use — for a business, a ministry, a single conversation with someone who needs to hear that you survived it.Connection is the whole game, whether you are a leader, a parent, a mentor, or a young person trying to find your footing. The kids don't care how much you know until they know how much you care — and that does not change when they become adults.Home - Dan Simon SolutionsCTAs:If you have a young person in your life — your child, a student, a kid at your church — ask them one question this week: What lights you up? Then just listen. Let them talk and pay attention to when they sit up straight.Do the backwards design for yourself. Where do you want to be in 15 years — not just professionally, but as a whole person? Then work backwards. What has to be true in 10 years, in 5, and what is one thing you can do starting now to get on that path?What’s coming up next:Episode 156 of Faithful on the Clock reveals why joy is the most critical job skill any of us can bring to the table.Support the show!Visit the Faithful on the Clock Patreon page to choose a tier plan and become a supporting member. You'll gain access to goodies like early episode access, newsletters, and more based on the plan that's right for you.patreon.com/faithfulontheclockGive a one-off tip or donation on our Captivate support page. You can become a member there with the same great tier options you'll find at Patreon, too.Support Faithful on the ClockVisit our sister site! Faithfulonthclock.com features additional free, free-with-registration, and paid access content to grow your faith, includingsocial media archives,...
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Parenting, Work, and Building the Next Generation of Leaders With Olaolu Ogunyemi

    Parenting, Work, and Building the Next Generation of Leaders With Olaolu Ogunyemi
    Jun 15 2026
    Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God!Want to join us on social media?We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the show on all our platforms!ThreadsBlueskyFacebookPinterestInstagramLinkedInYouTubeIn this episode...Parenting, Work, and Building the Next Generation of Leaders With Olaolu Ogunyemihttps://faithfulontheclock.com/parenting-work-and-building-the-next-generation-of-leaders-with-olaolu-ogunyemiParenting while also trying to work is tough! In Episode 154 of Faithful on the Clock, Olaolu Ogunyemi shares insights about how to balance those tasks and raise the next generation of leaders.Timestamps:[00:04] - Intro[00:41] - Olaolu’s background[02:40] - What got Olaolu interested in working with kids[04:12] - The main pain points Olaolu sees parents and kids having[07:15] - The reality of how much people use technology; recommendations for parents who want boundaries but are stuck using tech to a high degree[11:13] - Addressing the psychological conflict of setting tech limits but needing the tech to provide[13:25] - What parents can do to show kids they care and be present despite work responsibilities[18:15] - The difference between real and online presence; Olaolu’s real-life example supporting his daughter in band; the importance of small, consistent moments of being there in building trust[24:37] - What parents can do to model confidence and practice good mental health even if they are still developing themselves[32:36] - How faith has played into Olaolu’s leadership[36:53] - Advice on how parents can give kids hope and a deeper sense of purpose[41:48] - The importance of community and the reality that kids and parents need a full network of support[46:10] - How to learn more about and connect with Olaolu[46:47] - Prayer[47:56] - Outro/What’s coming up nextKey takeaways:Parenting today requires new strategies, not recycled ones. Today’s children are growing up in a radically different technological environment than their parents did. Old parenting defaults often don’t translate well, which means parents need intentional awareness of the digital world shaping their kidsScreen boundaries begin with parent self-awareness. Before correcting children’s tech habits, parents need honest insight into their own screen usage. Tracking your tech habits creates clarity about whether your screen time is truly productive or mostly recreational distraction.Transparency builds trust. Children need context for why parents are using technology for work. Explaining work responsibilities and creating visible “work zones” helps children distinguish healthy digital responsibility from mindless consumption.Leadership starts with modeling. Children learn leadership by watching adults prioritize physical health, emotional regulation, spiritual discipline, and mental growth. Parents who consistently invest in themselves teach resilience without ever giving a lecture.Kids notice more than parents realize. Children often detect parental stress long before adults admit it. Their observations can become valuable feedback that helps parents course-correct emotionally and spiritually.Conversations create protection. If parents don’t help children process current events, media narratives, and faith questions, outside voices will shape those conclusions instead. Providing context for what kids are seeing prevents overwhelm and helps them cope.Parenting was never meant to be isolated. Strong parenting depends on healthy community. Mentors, neighbors, teachers, and trusted adults expand a child’s support system and reinforce shared values.CTAs:Audit your screen time this week. Open your phone’s screen report and evaluate how much of your usage is work or distraction. What patterns need adjusting?Create one intentional connection ritual with your child (e.g., tea time, reading, cooking). Small repeated moments create long-term trust.Start one deeper conversation this week. Ask your child, “What’s something happening in the world that’s confusing or frustrating to you right now?” Then help provide perspective and context.What’s coming up next:In Episode 155 of Faithful on the Clock, guest Daniel Simon emphasizes why it’s critical for us to provide teens and young adults early career and faith guidance.Support the show!Visit the Faithful on the Clock Patreon page to choose a tier plan and become a supporting member. You'll gain access to goodies like early episode access, newsletters, and more based on the plan that's right for you.patreon.com/faithfulontheclockGive a one-off tip or donation on our Captivate support page. You can become a member there with the same great tier options you'll find at Patreon, too.Support ...
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    49 mins
  • Keeping Christian Love Simple With Ahmard Vital

    Keeping Christian Love Simple With Ahmard Vital
    Jun 1 2026
    Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God!Want to join us on social media?We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the show on all our platforms!ThreadsBlueskyFacebookPinterestInstagramLinkedInYouTubeIn this episode...Keeping Christian Love Simple With Ahmard Vitalhttps://faithfulontheclock.com/keeping-christian-love-simple-with-ahmard-vitalWork might be complex, but loving people while you do your job shouldn’t be. In Episode 153 of Faithful on the Clock, guest Ahmard Vital helps us get back to loving with simplicity.Timestamps:[00:04] - Intro[00:39] - Welcome/Ahmard’s background[03:14] - What is “overcomplicated” and how to keep it simple[06:13] - Why we need to slow down to simplify in our faith[11:40] - Advice for people struggle to slow down because they think “I have to do it” about tasks or requests[16:18] - Learning to respond to God instead of people; how loving others connects to giving time to God[22:22] - What holds people back from taking small opportunities to love others[27:22] - Overcoming the awkwardness of initial interactions and the neurology of learning people are safe[33:11] - Responding even when it is difficult out of empathy[45:56] - Unlearning previous ways of thinking to be able to love better; being willing to take unscheduled opportunities and how God can use them for life-or-death care[54:51] - Making a conscious choice to pay attention and be aware of people and their needs[58:31] - God as a God of abundance; why it’s important to celebrate others and the good going on in their lives[01:08:17] - How to connect with and find out more about Ahmard[01:10:03] - Prayer[01:11:07] - Outro/What’s coming up nextKey takeaways:Small, everyday interactions can have life-changing impact.You don’t need a platform to make a difference — you need presence.Faith (or values) isn’t scheduled; it shows up in unscripted moments.Consistency in small actions builds real trust over time.People are often struggling more than they appear.Love is expressed through attention, not complexity.Scarcity thinking around celebration (someone else wins = you lose) is false.Celebration and connection — fruits of love — are antidotes to isolation and fear.Home - Ahmard VitalCTAs:Think about the last small interaction you had today. Did you treat it like it mattered?This week, choose one small moment each day to intentionally show up for someone.What’s coming up next:Juggling work and parenting is tough stuff. In Episode 154, guest Olaolu Ogunyemi joins Faithful on the Clock to offer encouragement and discuss what’s necessary to parent the next generation of leaders.Support the show!Visit the Faithful on the Clock Patreon page to choose a tier plan and become a supporting member. You'll gain access to goodies like early episode access, newsletters, and more based on the plan that's right for you.patreon.com/faithfulontheclockGive a one-off tip or donation on our Captivate support page. You can become a member there with the same great tier options you'll find at Patreon, too.Support Faithful on the ClockVisit our sister site! Faithfulonthclock.com features additional free, free-with-registration, and paid access content to grow your faith, includingsocial media archives,previously published faith-based articles,original blogs,inspirational videos,episode teasers and replaysexclusive faith-based essays and articles,exclusive videosexclusive audioexclusive in-depth devotionals.Share the show! Like these episodes? Share them on social media, in texts or emails, or in person.
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    1 hr and 13 mins
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