Entrepreneurship is a wild ride. It demands long hours, tough decisions, and constant problem-solving. But the more businesses I’ve started and the more miles I’ve logged as an entrepreneur, the clearer one truth becomes: success isn’t worth much if you lose sight of the people and values that matter most.
Faith as the Compass
My faith isn’t just a Sunday routine—it’s the compass that keeps me grounded when business pressures pull in every direction. Prayer and quiet reflection give me clarity when big decisions loom, and they remind me that the real goal isn’t just profit. It’s serving people well—customers, employees, and the community. When I view business as a way to serve, it changes how I lead and the culture we build.
Family as the Foundation
Running multiple companies can eat every spare minute if you let it. I’ve learned to guard family time with the same intensity I guard a major contract.
Dinner around the table, weekend bike rides, or simply catching up on each child’s day—these moments refuel me far more than any late-night email blitz ever could. My wife Kirsten and our three kids keep me honest about what real success looks like: being present, not just available.
Business as a Platform for Good
Business is the arena where I can put faith and family values into action. Whether it’s Good Shepherd Roofing’s focus on integrity or QueueLogix’s mission to help physicians get paid fairly, each venture is a chance to create jobs, treat people right, and strengthen our community.
Profits matter—but people matter more. When a company culture reflects that truth, the bottom line follows.Three Takeaways for Fellow
Entrepreneurs
- Schedule the important first. Block out family events and quiet time with the same priority as board meetings.
- Lead with service. View every customer interaction as an opportunity to help and be of service, not just a transaction.
- Measure what truly counts. Celebrate business wins, but track the memories made at home and the lives impacted through your work.
Balancing faith, family, and business isn’t about perfect equilibrium. Some days tip heavily toward work; others toward home. But keeping these priorities visible—and letting them guide decisions—builds a life and a legacy worth far more than any single venture.
