Influence 2 Impact

Whether you are a stay-at-home mom, an athlete, or a business leader, God has created you on purpose for a purpose. You have influence, and God wants to use your influence to change the world! In this episode of the Influence 2 Impact Podcast,  Josh shares how YOU can discover your God-given influence and gives practical steps to help you find your purpose and mission in life.Keep up with the latest content at Joshdotzler.comTap Here 

In this episode of The Influence 2 Impact Podcast, Josh takes a moment to highlight the life, leadership, & legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We celebrate by going through moments where Dr. King used his influence to impact the world and display what it looks like to be a Game-Changing Leader. __Keep up with Josh's latest content by clicking here 

On this episode of the Influence 2 Impact podcast, Josh is joined by Amanda Brewer. Amanda is the CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Omaha.  Amanda shares practical insights she learned about leadership and influence. She also shares her journey and pursuit towards her calling and how you can do the same. Founded in 1984, Habitat for Humanity of Omaha is a grassroots organization that builds and renovates houses, forges community partnerships, and breaks down barriers. In addition, they develop vacant lots and eliminate abandoned homes in North and South Omaha while improving the overall appearance of their community. Keep up Josh's latest content by clicking here 

On this episode of the Influence 2 Impact podcast, Josh launches The Game Changer Series, a series of podcast episodes highlighting local leaders using their unique gifts, and passions to influence the world around them. The first Game Changer to be highlighted is Brandon Kinnie from Omaha Nebraska using his passion for sports to build leaders in the community. _Keep up with Josh's latest podcasts and content by clicking  Here

On this episode of the Influence 2 Impact podcast, Josh is joined by Sam Acho. Sam is an ESPN sports analyst, a nine-year veteran of the NFL, a Vice President of the NFL Players Association, and author of Let the World See You: How to Be Real in a World Full of Fakes, which was published in late 2020. _Keep up with Josh's latest podcasts and content by clicking  Here

On this episode of the Influence 2 Impact podcast, Josh is joined by Dave Gibbons. Dave is the founding pastor of Newsong Church and is an adviser to artists, business persons, and community development specialists throughout the world. He also is the Lead of a global alliance of churches and networks. He has written an award-winning book on culture and leadership called The Monkey and the Fish, and another called Small Cloud Rising. -Pick up Dave's book by clicking here-Keep up with the latest podcasts and content by Josh at Joshdotzler.com

In this episode, Josh is joined by Anthony Edwards.  Anthony shares his story on how he and a team launch a successful company called FaithFit along with the purpose and state of faith fit today. They discuss how God ignites our passions to fulfill the calling in our lives to impact the world each and every day. 

In this episode, Josh is joined by Rashawn Copeland. Rashawn shares his journey on how he found his calling, and how he has grown his platform online to advance God's Kingdom. They discuss the value of social media and share practical steps on how you can use social media to impact the world around you. 

In this episode, Josh is joined by Coach Ron Brown. Ron has been coaching with Nebraska football for 27 years and has used football as a tool to advance God’s Kingdom and live out his calling. They discuss how you can use your influence through sports to impact the world for Christ.

In this episode, Joey McKernan joins Josh Dotzler to discuss what Abide’s Lighthouse Strategy is all about. Not only do they explain what makes the programs so unique, they tell you how you can be a lighthouse in your own neighborhood to make a difference wherever you call home.

Josh Dotzler and Evan Black, pastor of Faith For Life Austin, dive into the race conversation this week. Evan Black shares insights from his interracial marriage and his upbringing. They talk about the responsibility they believe the Church has to continue aiming for diversity and doing their part to advance the Kingdom.

In this episode of the i2 podcast, Josh talks with former NFL player Kenny Onatolu. They discuss his childhood growing up as a Nigerian kid in the suburbs of Omaha. They also talk about his journey in football and how God got a hold of his life, as well as his passion for getting out of your comfort zone to create an atmosphere for diversity.

In this episode of the i2 podcast, Josh Dotzler and Jamison Horton talk about the modern Church, diversity, and racial reconciliation. Jamison shares his story and how he came to be a pastor and have a passion for the multi-ethnic church. They challenge listeners to get out of their comfort zone and to listen to those in their church that are different than themselves.Jamison is the Co-Lead Pastor at City Light Benson in Omaha, Nebraska.

In this episode of the i2 podcast, Josh Dotzler sits down with Reward Sibanda, Senior Advisor of Church and Community Relations at World Vision and founder of Blackbyrd, to discuss the differences in and development of local churches. They also dive into what the first Church looked like, and how America views the kingdom of God differently than other parts of the world, and the church of the Bible.

In this episode of the i2 podcast, Josh sits with Toni Clarke of Assure Women’s Center. They talk about faith, identity, and forgiveness in the Church, as they talk about Toni’s role working with women who find themselves in unplanned pregnancies.

In this week’s episode, Josh is joined by Chris Hruska, pastor of CityLight Church, to talk about the power of your circle. They discuss the importance of strong, biblical community, and what that looks like played out.

In this week’s episode of the i2 podcast, Josh speaks with David Nurse, former NBA coach and overseas professional basketball player, and current optimization coach. They talk about faith and maximizing the opportunities God gives you, as well as how to take small, practical steps to make big changes in life.

This week on the i2 podcast, Josh talks with Anthony Tolliver about basketball and the NBA, and the impact he has been able to have in that atmosphere. They also discuss his business ventures and entrepreneurship.

In this bonus episode of the i2 Podcast, Josh talks with former Creighton basketball player Doug McDermott about the tight knit community at Creighton, and the impact that serving at Abide has had on him and his team.

In this episode of the i2 podcast, Josh Dotzler and Sam Collier discuss race, reconciliation, and more. They talk about the role the church has played in diversity, as well as current crises in the context of race.

In this episode, Josh talks with Brad Lomenick, leader and strategic advisor of a movement of young leaders called Catalyst. They discuss the role of the church and leaders during a crisis, how this crisis has caused a shift of what we view as normal, and the importance of your ability to pivot.

This week, Josh is joined by Lori Hogan, the co-founder of Home Instead Senior Care. They dive into discussion about how to create a culture of faith in a business, the power found in caring for people, and her experience in creating a business from just an idea. This episode will speak to anyone who needs encouragement to simply continue caring for others.

Josh sits down with Willie Barney in this episode, a strong leader in the community, and founder of Empowerment Network.They discuss having faith in the midst of crisis, continuing in prayer, and staying encouraged and focused in hard times. They shared their perspectives of collaborating with and empowering those communities hit harder with crisis.

Today, Josh Dotzler and Alexi Wellman talk about the many roles that God has entrusted her with. They go into all things family, faith, and women leaders in the workplace.

In this episode of the i2 podcast, Josh Dotzler and pastor Todd Doxzon from Love Church discuss life change, personal discipleship, growing motivations, and the impact sports has made in their lives. Todd shares about his passion for small disciplines and how he has seen them make a major impact in his life.

Joining Josh Dotzler in this week’s episode of the i2 podcast is his wife, Jen, and their friends Paul and Emily Lanphier. They share stories about their experiences in marriage and family life. They discuss the ways that God has called them and used them together, and give advice on what they have learned about how to walk in a selfless, God-honoring marriage.

Josh Dotzler talks with Creighton Athletic Director Bruce Rasmussen on the topic of influencing influencers. They share examples and wisdom on how to not only influence others, but create a chain effect through taking interest in others, leading by example, and being willing to get uncomfortable.

In honor of the life of Kobe Bryant, who tragically passed away January 26, 2020 along with his daughter and the other passengers with them, Josh Dotzler sits down in this bonus episode to shift the focus to what Kobe brought to the world. Not only did he put his all into his training and bring his all to the court, he brought that same purpose and intention to his family and his philanthropy. "I believe that until God takes us home, He is not done changing us."

Josh Dozler talks with Pastor Les Beauchamp of Lifegate church as they unpack his book Brand New, their initiatives in the city, and Les’ past 32 years leading in ministry. Brand New is a book for new believers who are unsure of what next steps to take, people who are curious about Jesus but can’t stand the church, or people who aren’t clear about the basic truths of Scripture. In this podcast, Les shares some of the main points of his book such as giving up control, living in the Holy Spirit, and staying connected to community.

Josh Dotzler sits with his father Ron Dotzler, author and founder of Abide, as they discuss Ron’s upbringing, faith, and his life before Abide. The duo compares memories and shares stories of their life-changing journeys to faith.

Josh Dotzler sits with Dave Thrasher - founder of Support Works - as they discuss everything from their business model, to working in a family business, to culture, identity, work and family balance, influence and impact, and more. Support Works is a company that stemmed out of the gap in the industry of good contractors but a lack of business skills.

In this episode - live from our 2019 Bash - Josh Dotzler is joined by lead pastor of Mission Church, author and entrepreneur, Myron Pierce, as they discuss how God meets you where you are and how faith and risk are intertwined. They dive into how your purpose can be practiced anywhere, anytime to prepare you to use your influence for the next platform that God gives you to make an impact in the world.

In this episode, Josh Dotzler is joined by former NFL running back, Danny Woodhead, where they discuss his time in the NFL, what his personal experience was like, and how that impacted his family and his faith. They also dive into how he is using his influence in this new season of life to make an impact and glorify God where he and his family are called.

In this episode, Josh Dotzler joins Mark Ashton, lead pastor at Christ Community Church in Omaha, Nebraska, as they discuss how his church is partnering to create change within the city. Through various partnerships, Mark has been able to use his influence to connect the city of Omaha and get them out of their comfort zone to impact and elevate the church and it's people by outreach and relationship building in North Omaha as well as throughout the entire city.

In this episode, Josh Dotzler sits down with the President of Trasher Inc., Dan Thrasher, and they discuss how personal purpose impacts how you move through life. From personal growth to growing as a business leader, purpose is the foundation to allow your influence to make an impact in the world around you.

In this episode, Josh Dotzler is joined by author and founder of Abide, Ron Dotzler as they dive into the subject of diversity and how diversity and race relations have personally affected Ron & his family.