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A daily radio vignette dedicated to providing biblical wisdom for your business. We encourage integrity and faith in the marketplace through practical workplace stories.

Rick Boxx

Kansas City, Missouri


    • Oct 6, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Severed Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 1:00


    Weekly, my wife, Kathy, calls business leaders to ask how our team can pray for them. A common request has become, “Please pray for my son or daughter. They have severed relationships with us over politics.” A recent survey conducted by The Argument asked if having opposing political views is ever an acceptable reason to ... The post Severed Relationships appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    A Forgiven Employee

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 1:00


    Mark owned a chain of dry-cleaning stores. One day Mark discovered a valued employee had been stealing money from his business. His initial reaction was anger and a desire to fire her. But Mark decided to gain understanding first. Mark learned that this employee's husband was an abusive drug addict, forcing her to steal money ... The post A Forgiven Employee appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Investing in Others

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 1:00


    Occasionally I'm asked, “What do you wish you would have known earlier in your career?” Although I rarely reflect on the past, there is one issue I usually bring up - Investing in others. When I'm totally honest with myself, I spent too much of my career focused on me, and very little time investing ... The post Investing in Others appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Jonah’s Enemy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 1:00


    In business, many people may betray you, mock you, or cause you pain. This can lead you to consider them as enemies. The world will encourage you to destroy your enemies, but God's ways are different. The story of Jonah is a great example. Jonah viewed Nineveh as the enemy, and he harbored deep hatred ... The post Jonah's Enemy appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Using AI For Negotiations

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 1:00


    Valuable information tends to level the playing field when you are in negotiations.  Recently, I was negotiating a contract. There was one significant item in the proposed contract that didn't seem reasonable to me. This item was going to add significantly to my costs.   So, I typed out my scenario in Perplexity AI and moments ... The post Using AI For Negotiations appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Is Anyone Listening?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 1:00


    Recently, I was invited to a networking event primarily for CEOs. When I introduced myself to someone the inevitable question would surface, “What is it that you do?”   When I shared that I ran a nonprofit focused on equipping business leaders to integrate their faith into their work, I would get one of two responses.  ... The post Is Anyone Listening? appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    True Belief

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 1:00


    During most of my career, I held a basic belief in God and his power. But it was only when I was faced with the loss of my job and the frightening prospects of what would come next that my faith truly developed.   Scripture calls us to continually examine the depth of our faith. It ... The post True Belief appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Soul Filling

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 1:00


    In his book, Soul Keeping, John Ortberg writes that we are created with souls that crave to be loved, secure, and significant. Given the time and energy we spend at work, it can be easy to turn to our work to meet those needs. But Ortberg writes that only God can satisfy the needs of ... The post Soul Filling appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Called To the Trades

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 1:00


    If you've hired a plumber recently you've probably discovered that service calls are sometimes three times more expensive than before Covid. Currently, there is more work than workers.   With a decreased immigration population this won't likely get better. This makes for a significant opportunity for young people to consider the trades as their career choice.   ... The post Called To the Trades appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Respecting Authority

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 1:00


    I was angry when a vendor's invoice was nearly twice what I was expecting. The vendor documented the higher costs, but I objected so strenuously that the group vice president had to intercede. After hearing both sides, she decided we should pay the invoice. Now I was angry with her!   My response was not only ... The post Respecting Authority appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Empathy Over Solutions

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 1:00


    No one was surprised when Darrell was promoted to lead the team. He had been a subject matter expert and go-to guy for years. But he quickly discovered that his technical skills weren't as helpful when it came to leading people.   Darrell realized he needed to find ways to engage, motivate, and encourage the team ... The post Empathy Over Solutions appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Lack of Maturity

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 1:00


    As I reflect on my career, I realize that early on I made some poor decisions out of my lack of maturity. One time, after working a grueling 70-hour week, I was reprimanded by a supervisor I didn't respect, and one of our partners, for something I felt was unwarranted.   Later that day, that supervisor ... The post Lack of Maturity appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Professional Training

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 1:00


    When I was a young professional, I was blessed to work for companies that valued training. Whether I worked for a CPA firm or a large bank, I was allowed to enroll for all sorts of training in business practices, and even graduate school of banking.  The learning was valuable, but it also included, at ... The post Professional Training appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Woman Are Moving Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 1:00


    According to Pew Research, the percentage of female managers in the workplace has increased from 29% in 1980 to 46% in 2023. In part, this happened due to a significant increase in the numbers of women who have completed college, and due to relational skills becoming more important to the workplace.   During Jesus' time on ... The post Woman Are Moving Up appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Why Is My Business Struggling: Part V

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 1:00


    In this series we're addressing root problems of struggling businesses and how to respond. The final reason your business may be struggling may be due to a spiritual attack.  Although I try not to give the enemy too much credit, there are times when God will allow the devil to sift us. Job is the ... The post Why Is My Business Struggling: Part V appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Why Is My Business Struggling: Part IV

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 1:00


    In this series we're addressing root problems of struggling businesses and how to respond. The next reason your business may be struggling might be that God is testing, training, or refining you.  Early in the ministry there were times when God tested and refined my faith. When payroll was nearing and there was no money ... The post Why Is My Business Struggling: Part IV appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Why Is My Business Struggling: Part III

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 1:00


    In this series we're addressing some root problems of struggling businesses and how to respond. The next possible reason for your struggles is because God is disciplining you or your company for sin.  Years ago, I served on an advisory board for a ministry leader who was struggling to produce any tangible fruit. Something didn't ... The post Why Is My Business Struggling: Part III appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Why is My Business Struggling: Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 1:00


    In this series we're addressing some root problems of struggling businesses and how to respond. The second common problem is when the economy, or your industry, is in decline.  When you're experiencing an economic downturn, you can assume that your only response is to persevere. But a proactive response is critical.   Managing expenses is important, ... The post Why is My Business Struggling: Part II appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Why Is My Business Struggling: Part I

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 1:00


    Business struggles can become overwhelming at times. There are many possible reasons for troubles in business, so discerning the root problem can be difficult, but necessary.   In this series, we'll address some of the root problems of a struggling business and how to respond. The first is, asking, “Am I being a poor steward?”  It's ... The post Why Is My Business Struggling: Part I appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Knowing God

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 1:00


    Prior to the Jewish people entering a period of about 400 years with no new written words from God, Daniel was given a vision of what evil was to come. But the Jews had to know God to have the wisdom to resist the evil that was coming, not just know of God.   In Daniel ... The post Knowing God appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    The Layaway Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 1:00


    When I was young, I remember shopping for school clothes. With five kids needing clothes, my mother often used a “layaway” program.   We selected the clothes we liked, then she paid a deposit to hold them. From each paycheck, she made payments until we could take our clothes home.   This was a debt-free way to ... The post The Layaway Plan appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Religious Freedom for Government Workers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 1:00


    The United States Office of Personnel Management recently issued a memo to all federal department and agency heads about religious freedom.   According to the memo titled "Protecting Religious Expression in the Federal Workplace," federal employees are allowed to display religious items at work and engage in prayer during non-duty hours. They also can discuss their religious ... The post Religious Freedom for Government Workers appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    AI Discrimination

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 1:00


    According to the Dallas Express, a lawsuit against the software company Workday may establish significant precedent regarding the use of AI for hiring practices. Workday's AI hiring software called, Hired Score, is reportedly being used by over 11,000 companies and has processed over 1 billion job applications.  In his lawsuit, Plaintiff Derek Mobley claims that ... The post AI Discrimination appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Rhythms and Routines

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 1:00


    As much as I enjoy the summer months, summer feels to me like my routines and rhythms are disrupted at times. But when Labor Day arrives it feels somewhat like a fresh start.   Kids are back in school, families settle down into routines and rhythms, and there seems to be more consistency at work. September ... The post Rhythms and Routines appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Remembering

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 1:00


    One of the many gifts that God has given us is the ability to remember. In the business world, remembering our career wins and the losses gives us wisdom and discernment. Remembering past experiences gives us insight into navigating future challenges.  But perhaps the greatest value of remembering comes when we remember where we are ... The post Remembering appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    People, Purpose, and Impact

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 1:00


    In its 2025 Life@Work Report, Barna Group research company identified three main elements that determined whether work was meaningful to employees: people, purpose, and impact.   The report encourages leaders to build strong communities at work and help team members connect their work to larger, meaningful outcomes. The report encourages workers to find meaning by investing ... The post People, Purpose, and Impact appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Partner for Progress

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 1:00


    When I was about to take on my first significant leadership role, a friend in Human Resources offered to help me in the transition. She implemented a process to gather insight about the department I was about to lead; the team's fears, frustrations and proudest achievements. She used her strengths to position me for success.  ... The post Partner for Progress appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    AI Challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 1:00


    Artificial Intelligence is fraught with ethical dilemmas, especially for those with a Biblical worldview. Without Christian voices speaking into those ethical concerns, we're likely to regret the direction Silicon Valley drives us toward.  According to Christianity Today, Bryden Eastman, an applied mathematician, had significant ethical concerns about his part of launching ChatGPT. He wasn't sure ... The post AI Challenges appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Finding Joy: Part V

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 1:00


    In a Harvard Business Review article titled, “How the Busiest People Find Joy,” the authors discovered that a factor in maximizing our joy is to diversify your activities. Finding areas of passion is important, but research also reveals that there is a risk in having one singular focus.  Investing our time in only one passion ... The post Finding Joy: Part V appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Finding Joy: Part IV

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 1:00


    In a Harvard Business Review article titled, “How the Busiest People Find Joy,” the authors discovered that a factor in maximizing our joy is to follow our passions. The author's research discovered that when we pursue activities that align with what we find personally rewarding, our life satisfaction can soar four times greater than when ... The post Finding Joy: Part IV appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Finding Joy: Part III

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 1:00


    In a Harvard Business Review article titled, “How the Busiest People Find Joy,” the authors discovered that it's important to avoid passive pursuits to experience higher levels of joy.  After a long day at work, many people watch tv, explore social media, or spend time gaming. These activities are passive pursuits.   The authors discovered that, ... The post Finding Joy: Part III appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Finding Joy: Part I

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 1:00


    According to Harvard Business Review, research reveals that to live a satisfying life, achievement, meaningfulness, and joy are needed. They discovered, however, that the most elusive of those three was joy.  In this series, let's address a few research-based insights to better understand and experience more joy.  The first insight to note is this: How ... The post Finding Joy: Part I appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Finding Joy: Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 1:00


    According to a recent Harvard Business Review article, joy is the most elusive attribute required to experience a satisfying life. A key finding in the article titled, “How the Busiest People Find Joy,” is that people get more joy from doing activities with others than from doing them alone.  This should not be a surprise ... The post Finding Joy: Part II appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Manager Engagement

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 1:00


    In its annual State of the Global Workplace, Gallup reported the global percentage of engaged employees fell from 23% to 21% in 2024, nearing the recent low levels of engagement experienced during the pandemic.  Digging deeper, the data revealed that manager engagement drove the decline, falling three points from the prior year. Engagement of managers ... The post Manager Engagement appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Low Point

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 1:00


    Dan couldn't believe how much could go wrong in a day. From oversleeping, to missing a meeting invite, to the boss's demand to redo the quarterly report, it felt like everything that could do wrong did.   We all have days like that. How do you respond?   In Psalm 109:22, David cried: “For I am poor ... The post Low Point appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Partial Obedience

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 1:00


    The prophet Samuel told King Saul that because the Amalekites had treated Israel poorly when they exited Egypt, that God wanted Samuel to destroy all the Amalekites and their animals.  But 1 Samuel 15:9 says, “Saul and the troops spared Agag, and the best of the sheep, goats, cattle, and choice animals...”  Saul thought that ... The post Partial Obedience appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    The Purpose of Youth

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 1:00


    A study conducted by the Harvard Graduate School of Education discovered that 58% of young adults claim their mental health is being negatively impacted due to a lack of meaning or purpose in life.   Personally, I remember feelings I had in my 20s when I achieved my only goal of becoming a CPA. In that ... The post The Purpose of Youth appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Serving At the Lowest Levels

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 1:00


    Rick Altizer, CEO of Earnnest, wrote about Servant Leadership on thegospelcoaltion.org. One of his points was this: To go up, the way may be down.  Rick wrote of a time when he was in a McDonald's executive training program. Even though he was a CPA and MBA, Rick spent two years working inside a McDonald's ... The post Serving At the Lowest Levels appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Acting From Fear

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 1:00


    Teammates avoided Brad. He was known throughout the company as a “striver,” reaching for promotions and fixated on impressing executives. He criticized others' work and was angry when anyone else advanced. The team diagnosed that Brad acted out of a sense of fear.  2 Kings tells the story of Elisha and his servant surrounded by ... The post Acting From Fear appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    The Most Impactful Moment

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 1:00


    In the autobiography titled, “Scalia,” one of Supreme Court Justice Scalia's professors at Georgetown finished Scalia's final oral examination with one question: “Which historical event had the most impact on the world?” Although Scalia didn't remember his final answer, he never forgot his professor's response.   With disappointment his professor stated, “Mr. Scalia, Jesus' Incarnation was ... The post The Most Impactful Moment appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Discerning Spiritual Warfare

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 1:00


    We have learned in our ministry to forewarn new employees to expect some spiritual warfare at times. Our spiritual enemy doesn't like Christians engaging the culture with God's Word, especially in business where he has had a strong foothold.  Spiritual warfare seems to often cause disruptions in our employees' lives, as well as our own. ... The post Discerning Spiritual Warfare appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    A Blue Collar Calling

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 1:00


    Sports columnist, Terry Pluto, visited an out-of-town church where a young pastor preached on discovering your vocation. Terry shared on Cleveland.com that this pastor highlighted the callings of professionals in the workplace but overlooked the blue-collar professions.   They, too, have a calling from God.   Like the plumber that visited our home when multiple appliances had ... The post A Blue Collar Calling appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Gen Z Ghosting

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 1:00


    A Kansas City Business Journal article recently highlighted some statistics related to a trend of Gen Z job applicants ghosting their employers. According to a survey by Resume.com, ghosting seems to take shape in three major forms.   First, 27% of Gen Z applicants accept a job offer but never complete the process. 26% complete the ... The post Gen Z Ghosting appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Connecting Our Work to Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 1:00


    Research shows that hearing just one story of how our work benefits someone else can increase motivation by 400%. The author of a Harvard Business Review article showed a team of plumbing contractors a picture of his son enjoying a doughnut at his favorite doughnut shop.  One of the plumbers proclaimed, “Hey, we worked on ... The post Connecting Our Work to Purpose appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Abiding in Christ

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 1:00


    Jesus spoke frequently about abiding in Him. Constantly praying, listening, and obeying is how we best abide and experience a fruitful life.  When I speak in public, I have often experienced the fruitfulness of abiding. That's because I'm often seeking God fervently and following His lead.   As I speak, I have often felt the Holy ... The post Abiding in Christ appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    The Prince of Peace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 1:00


    According to Mental Health America, over 42 million people struggled with anxiety disorders in 2024. If you consider your team, it's likely that twenty percent are struggling with anxiety.  Since 2020, we've experienced a global pandemic, race riots, and troubling financial shifts. It's no wonder that many are overwhelmed.   Recent studies claim that the biggest ... The post The Prince of Peace appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Our Secret Weapon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 1:00


    Years ago, Bob shared a significant business dilemma with me and another advisor of his. In my opinion, Bob's other advisor made a questionable recommendation.   The Holy Spirit began whispering to me, “This violates God's plan and will lead to breaking the law.” Instead, I believe God gave me an alternative idea.   Bob appeared visibly ... The post Our Secret Weapon appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Vacation Rest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 1:00


    When I take time for vacation to relax and unwind, it seems easier for God to revitalize me and to share fresh insights.   About ten years ago, while laying on a beach, God gave me an assignment He desired for me to complete. God desired me to write a fiction book on the life of ... The post Vacation Rest appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Faithful With the Little

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 1:00


    My friend, Bill, was traveling through Texas when he reviewed a list of people in that area who had previously gifted money to the ministry Bill represented. He noticed that someone nearby had made a $100 donation.   Many development people might just send a tax receipt for a donation of that size, but not Bill. ... The post Faithful With the Little appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Scaling a Business Begins Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 1:00


    Recently, I introduced a couple of young entrepreneurs to Matt, the former owner of a national construction-related business. Instead of discussing national expansion as originally intended, Matt wisely pointed these young entrepreneurs towards what they could do today.   With just a couple of simple questions about their daily activities, Matt gave them an idea that ... The post Scaling a Business Begins Today appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

    Testing by Praise

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 1:00


    The team was excited when Lisa arrived as the new department leader. Everyone was glad to see the former leader leave the company after several personality conflicts and department setbacks. They praised Lisa, hoping she would restore normalcy to the group.   But Lisa had enough experience to know that simply looking better than her predecessor ... The post Testing by Praise appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

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