Welcome back to the “God is Not Boxable” Podcast & Blog for Business Owners, where business and faith collide. This podcast focuses on God's principles and promises regarding you and your business.
I'm Shaniece M. Wise, a host and a Business Expansion Coach and Strategist. I teach business owners how to grow their visibility, increase profitability, and improve their systems and strategies.
In our last episode, "Business Growth and Multiplication: Drawing Inspiration from God's Promise to Abraham," we explored the Abrahamic Covenant's powerful implications for expanding your business. This episode focuses on how business owners can pray effectively for growth and multiplication, drawing inspiration from God's promise to Abraham to make him the father of many nations.
In this episode, "Aligning with Divine Purpose: My Journey from Misalignment to Success," we explore the game-changing power of aligning your business with God's will and your authentic self. This synergy can boost your growth and success. Through biblical insights and real-world examples, discover why divine guidance and staying true to your brand and values are the keys to entrepreneurial triumph.
I remember being completely out of alignment early in my business journey. Although my title was Personal Development Coach, my ideal client was a business owner. My content and approach were mismatched, my brand didn’t resonate with my target audience, and my message was off. I talked about God, but not in the way I do now. Whew, listen, I was so out of alignment it was not funny. I didn't seek God in everything (and honestly, I still struggle with this sometimes, which can backfire). I'm a work in progress - aren't we all?
I wondered why I wasn’t attracting the clients I desired. It was because they didn’t know I was speaking to them, and when they visited my website (well, that's another story). Now, I am better and go to Him for most things. Much of my teaching comes from my successes, losses, and all the lessons in between.
Alignment is a concept that can be transformative for business owners. It can be a game-changer when you align with yourself and what you do. However, aligning with God and His plans can elevate your business to unprecedented levels. Let's explore the significance of alignment through biblical insights, real-world examples, and practical applications.
Biblical Insights: David’s Journey to Alignment
The story of David moving the Ark of the Covenant, described in 1 Chronicles 13 and 15, provides a powerful lesson on alignment. In chapter 13, David consults with his officers instead of God. This misalignment leads to disaster when Uzzah touches the ark and dies. However, by chapter 15, David realigns his actions with God's will. He consults with God, involves the Levites, and successfully moves the ark. This story underscores the importance of seeking God's guidance and ensuring our actions align with His will.
Key Takeaway: Alignment with God’s will - ensuring that your business decisions follow His guidance - is crucial for success.
Understanding Alignment
Alignment means arranging in a straight line or the correct or appropriate relative position. For business owners, this means ensuring that your business practices and goals are in harmony with God's will and authentic self.
Key Takeaway: Consulting God - like David, seek His guidance in your business decisions to ensure alignment with His plans.
The Importance of Alignment in Business
Understanding what God wants for you and your business is crucial. This involves reading and understanding His Word, which provides clarity and direction. David’s story teaches us the importance of seeking God’s guidance. By involving God in your decisions, you ensure alignment with His will, leading to success and blessings.
Real-World Examples
Mary J. Blige and “The Mary Boot”: Mary J. Blige launched her new boot line, "The Mary Boot," in perfect alignment with her brand and identity. The design reflected her personal style—bold, unique, and luxurious. Pricing the boots at $1295 reinforced her image of luxury and exclusivity. The boots sold out on the first day, demonstrating the power of alignment. Mary J. Blige knew her audience and what they expected from her brand. She stayed true to her identity, which resonated with her customers and led to immediate success.
Key Takeaway: Align your products and pricing with your brand's identity to resonate with your target audience and achieve success.
Business Audits: The Business Audits I conduct for business owners are another example of alignment. These audits help identify problems causing stagnation, overwhelm, or barriers to scaling. Owners can make informed decisions that lead to growth and efficiency by aligning their business operations with their goals and values. For instance, a recent audit helped a client discover that their marketing strategies needed to be aligned with their brand values of authenticity and transparency. By realigning their marketing efforts, they improved their brand image and saw a significant increase in customer engagement and sales.
Key Takeaway: Regularly assess and realign your business practices with your core values and goals to overcome obstacles and achieve growth.
Practical Steps for Business Owners
To align your business with God's will, start by praying and reading the Bible to understand His desires for your life and business. Make it a habit to seek His guidance in every business decision you make. Additionally, regularly evaluate whether your business practices and goals are in harmony with God's will and your authentic self. This ongoing process ensures that your actions and strategies remain true to your spiritual values and purpose.
Key Takeaway: Regular Alignment Checks: Continuously evaluate and realign your business practices to ensure they are in harmony with God’s plans and your personal values.
Conclusion
Being in alignment with who you are and what you do is powerful. But aligning yourself with God and His plans for you is transformative. When your business practices and goals align with God's will, you open the door to unparalleled success and fulfillment.
Reflect on your current alignment. Are your business practices and goals in harmony with God’s will? Take the time to ensure alignment and witness the transformation it brings to your business.
Heavenly Father,
Thank You for guiding us and showing us the importance of alignment in our business and personal lives. Help us to seek Your will in all our decisions and to align our actions with Your divine plans. May we be like David, realigning our paths with Your guidance and involving You in every step we take.
Grant us the wisdom to stay true to our brand and values and to assess and realign our practices with Your will regularly. Let our businesses grow, prosper, and reflect Your love, integrity, and purpose.
Lord, help us be patient and trust in Your timing, knowing You have great plans for us. Thank You for our successes, the lessons we learned from our losses, and the continuous journey of growth.
In Jesus' name, we pray,
Amen.
Thank you for joining me for Episode 11: Aligning with Divine Purpose: My Journey from Misalignment to Success. Allow this episode to make a significant impact on your business journey.
To learn more about how I can help you grow your visibility, increase profitability, and improve systems and strategies, visit my website at www.shaniecemwise.com. I can't wait to connect with you in next week’s episode.
Be blessed, and remember, God loves you, and so do I.
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