How do you successfully build a family-centered business without sacrificing your faith and relationships? In this episode, Garrett Maroon sits down with Jordan Smith, a homeschooling mother of seven and real estate team leader, to discuss the challenges and joys of incorporating family into the business of real estate.
They explore how to teach children a strong work ethic, balance work and family life, and honor God in business decisions. Jordan shares her journey of prioritizing faith, setting boundaries with clients, and using real estate as a ministry while maintaining a thriving home life. This episode is packed with practical insights on integrating family and work while keeping God at the center.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Incorporating children into work teaches valuable life skills and a strong work ethic.
✅ Working unto the Lord should be the foundation of every business decision.
✅ Clear priorities and boundaries are essential for balancing work and family.
✅ Prayer and faith play a crucial role in business success.
✅ Trusting God’s provision frees us from the pressure of constant hustle.
✅ Transparency with clients about family values builds trust and respect.
✅ Modeling a positive attitude at work sets a strong example for children.
✅ Real estate can be a rat race, but focusing on eternal values brings peace.
✅ Inviting kids into work responsibilities strengthens family bonds.
✅ Not every client is meant to be yours—honor the Lord by setting boundaries.
✅ Your identity as a Christian should be reflected in every aspect of your business.
✅ Prioritize your marriage and children—business should never come first.
✅ Sometimes honoring God means saying no to business opportunities.
✅ God’s plan is always better than our own.
Episode Chapters:
⏳ 00:00 – Introduction to Family Business Dynamics
👦 03:01 – Teaching Kids a Strong Work Ethic
⚖️ 06:01 – Balancing Work & Family Life
🙏 08:55 – Setting Expectations & Grounding in Faith
📖 12:05 – The Role of Prayer in Business Decisions
🏃 15:05 – Avoiding the Rat Race & Focusing on Eternal Values
👨👩👧👦 18:05 – Integrating Family & Work Responsibilities
📌 19:05 – The Power of Setting Boundaries with Clients
⛪ 24:03 – Viewing Business as a Ministry
💡 26:41 – Maintaining Connection in a Busy Family
🛠 30:34 – Honoring the Lord in Client Relationships
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