{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"542: Choosing Faith Over Fear: Bold Business Moves with Tamara Jackson","description":"How do you build a business that reflects your faith, fuels your purpose, and still drives results? In this power-packed episode, Nicole Jansen sits down with Tamara Jackson\u2014former Fortune 500 VP, CEO of Lead Reviver, founder of Beaconship, and creator of the GRASP faith framework. Tamara shares her journey of leaving corporate comfort to follow God\u2019s calling, navigating unexpected pivots (including pandemic shutdowns), and proving that bold faith fuels both purpose and business success. You\u2019ll discover how to make Spirit-led decisions with confidence, integrate faith authentically into your business and leadership, break free from comfort zones and self-imposed limitations, and harness AI in sales\u2014without losing integrity or human connection Join us for a grounded, candid, and inspiring conversation about building a business and life rooted in faith\u2014not fear. What We Discuss in this Episode  Why Tamara left a thriving corporate career\u2014and how faith, not fear, fueled her leap The pain and purpose of closed doors: learning when to persist and when to pivot Trusting God\u2019s timing versus chasing comfort and predictability The GRASP Framework: actionable steps for Spirit-led decisions in business and life Faith-based approaches to sales and marketing\u2014AI as a tool, not a replacement for relationships Recognizing when fear is holding you back from your next bold move Practical boundaries and examples for ethical lead nurturing with AI Breaking out of poverty and \u201cpermission\u201d mindsets as a faith-driven entrepreneur Biblical excellence: why God calls His leaders to courage and abundance How to know when to step, wait, or pivot\u2014using peace as your confirmation  Podcast Timestamps 0:00 - Faith-Powered Business Transformation 3:09 - Pivoting from Corporate to Purposeful Entrepreneurship 7:26 - Guided by Faith: When to Pivot Dreams 11:35 - Choosing Vendors: Inquire, Reflect, Seek Guidance 13:21 - Seeking Transformative, Challenging Counsel 17:55 - Rehiring Decisions Amid Downsizing Challenges 21:26 - Navigating Divine Signals: Peace vs. Unrest 24:21 - Tailored Mission-Driven Campaigns 27:48 - Engaging Personalized Follow-Up Approach 30:44 - Maximize AI as a Tool, Not a Crutch 35:08 - Redefining Identity Through Scripture 38:43 - Empower Your Entrepreneurial Journey Favorite Quotes \u201cWe have to recognize that if He has called us to this, then He\u2019s going to provide what we need to be successful.\u201d \u201cThe best automation doesn\u2019t feel like automation.\u201d \u201cIf you don\u2019t have peace, don\u2019t execute\u2014it\u2019s as simple as that.\u201d Episode Resources and Links  https:\/\/leadersoftransformation.com\/podcast\/business\/542-choosing-faith-over-fear-bold-business-moves-with-tamara-jackson\/   Check out our complete library of episodes and other leadership resources here: https:\/\/leadersoftransformation.com  ________   \ud83d\udce3  SUBSCRIBE to the Leaders of Transformation Podcast&amp;nbsp;  \ud83d\udc47  CONNECT with Nicole Jansen on Social Media&amp;nbsp;   \u25b6\ufe0e&amp;nbsp;YOUTUBE   \u25b6\ufe0e&amp;nbsp;INSTAGRAM   \u25b6\ufe0e&amp;nbsp;FACEBOOK&amp;nbsp;   \u25b6\ufe0e&amp;nbsp;LINKEDIN   \u25b6\ufe0e&amp;nbsp;X &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Leaders Of Transformation","author_url":"http:\/\/leadersoftransformation.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/37927060\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/192205090"}