Episode Notes [03:47] Seth's Early Understanding of Questions [04:33] The Power of Questions [05:25] Building Relationships Through Questions [06:41] This is Strategy: Focus on Questions [10:21] Gamifying Questions [11:34] Conversations as Infinite Games [15:32] Creating Tension with Questions [20:46] Effective Questioning Techniques [23:21] Empathy and Engagement [34:33] Strategy and Culture [35:22] Microsoft's Transformation [36:00] Global Perspectives on Questions [39:39] Caring in a Challenging World Resources Mentioned The Dip by Seth Godin Linchpin by Seth Godin Purple Cow by Seth Godin Tribes by Seth Godin This Is Marketing by Seth Godin The Carbon Almanac This is Strategy by Seth Godin Seth's Blog What Does it Sound Like When You Change Your Mind? by Seth Godin Value Creation Masterclass by Seth Godin on Udemy The Strategy Deck by Seth Godin Taylor Swift Jimmy Smith Jimmy Smith Curated Questions Episode Supercuts Priya Parker Techstars Satya Nadella Microsoft Steve Ballmer Acumen Jerry Colonna Unleashing the Idea Virus by Seth Godin Tim Ferriss podcast with Seth Godin Seth Godin website Beauty Pill Producer Ben Ford Questions Asked When did you first understand the power of questions? What do you do to get under the layer to really get down to those lower levels? Is it just follow-up questions, mindset, worldview, and how that works for you? How'd you get this job anyway? What are things like around here? What did your boss do before they were your boss? Wow did you end up with this job? Why are questions such a big part of This is Strategy? If you had to charge ten times as much as you charge now, what would you do differently? If it had to be free, what would you do differently? Who's it for, and what's it for? What is the change we seek to make? How did you choose the questions for The Strategy Deck? How big is our circle of us? How many people do I care about? Is the change we're making contagious? Are there other ways to gamify the use of questions? Any other thoughts on how questions might be gamified? How do we play games with other people where we're aware of what it would be for them to win and for us to win? What is it that you're challenged by? What is it that you want to share? What is it that you're afraid of? If there isn't a change, then why are we wasting our time? Can you define tension? What kind of haircut do you want? How long has it been since your last haircut? How might one think about intentionally creating that question? What factors should someone think about as they use questions to create tension? How was school today? What is the kind of interaction I'm hoping for over time? How do I ask a different sort of question that over time will be answered with how was school today? Were there any easy questions on your math homework? Did anything good happen at school today? What tension am I here to create? What wrong questions continue to be asked? What temperature is it outside? When the person you could have been meets the person you are becoming, is it going to be a cause for celebration or heartbreak? What are the questions we're going to ask each other? What was life like at the dinner table when you were growing up? What are we really trying to accomplish? How do you have this cogent two sentence explanation of what you do? How many clicks can we get per visit? What would happen if there was a webpage that was designed to get you to leave? What were the questions that were being asked by people in authority at Yahoo in 1999? How did the stock do today? Is anything broken? What can you do today that will make the stock go up tomorrow? What are risks worth taking? What are we doing that might not work but that supports our mission? What was the last thing you did that didn't work, and what did we learn from it? What have we done to so delight our core customers that they're telling other people? How has your international circle informed your life of questions? What do I believe that other people don't believe? What do I see that other people don't see? What do I take for granted that other people don't take for granted? What would blank do? What would Bob do? What would Jill do? What would Susan do? What happened to them? What system are they in that made them decide that that was the right thing to do? And then how do we change the system? How given the state of the world, do you manage to continue to care as much as you do? Do you walk to school or take your lunch? If you all can only care if things are going well, then what does that mean about caring? Should I have spent the last 50 years curled up in a ball? How do we go to the foundation and create community action?…
Join us for a heartfelt sermon by Pastor Bil as he navigates the profound topic of dealing with loss. In this reflective message, Pastor Bil shares insights from Scripture and personal experiences, offering comfort and guidance for those grappling with grief. He explores the stages of mourning, the importance of community support, and how faith can help us find hope in our darkest moments. Whether you are coping with the loss of a loved one, a relationship, or a significant life change, this sermon aims to provide peace and encouragement.
Join us for a heartfelt sermon by Pastor Bil as he navigates the profound topic of dealing with loss. In this reflective message, Pastor Bil shares insights from Scripture and personal experiences, offering comfort and guidance for those grappling with grief. He explores the stages of mourning, the importance of community support, and how faith can help us find hope in our darkest moments. Whether you are coping with the loss of a loved one, a relationship, or a significant life change, this sermon aims to provide peace and encouragement.
In this powerful sermon, we delve into the profound connection between our thoughts, beliefs, and personal transformation. Are you ready to break free from limiting mindsets and embrace a new way of thinking? Join us as we explore how shifting our thoughts can lead to a complete renewal of the mind and spirit.…
In today's empowering sermon, we delve into the incredible journey of creating a big life filled with purpose, passion, and vision! Join us as we explore the importance of defining your dreams and setting ambitious goals that align with your values and aspirations.
Discover the transformative power of Psalm 1:1-3 as we explore how separating from harmful influences, meditating on God’s Word, and surrounding yourself with the right people can shape your life. Learn why proximity matters and how your choices today influence your character and prosperity tomorrow. This message dives into the blessings of being planted by streams of living water, showing how delighting in God’s Word leads to discipline, diligence, generosity, wisdom, purity, and joy. Join us as we uncover practical ways to align your heart with God’s promises and walk in His abundant favor.…
Discover how God's word can illuminate your path, guide you toward healing, and help you grow in fellowship and purpose. In this message, we explore the transformative power of living in the light—bringing our struggles to trusted friends, connecting through community, and shining as a beacon of hope for others. Join us as we dive into passages like Psalm 119:105, John 3:19-21, and Matthew 5:14-16 to uncover how embracing the light of Christ can change your life and the lives of those around you…
In this uplifting sermon, we delve into the importance of steadfast faith during life's challenges. Join us as we explore biblical stories and powerful insights that remind us to hold on tight to God's promises, even when times get tough.
As We enter the Christmas Season, Pastor Dante helps us ask the question, "How can I be a good witness and invite people to church?". This conversation is thought provoking and will help you learn to hear what God is saying to you and how we can be a good disciple of Christ.
Pastor Bil breaks down what it means to sacrifice to God. As we enter into Giving Sunday, we look at how the wise men brought sacrifices and what it can tell us about honoring what God can do through our sacrifices.
This sermon challenges us to step out in faith and make a difference by following Jesus' example of compassion and action. Using the story of the feeding of the 4,000, we are reminded to let compassion drive us, set aside excuses, and give what we can, trusting God to multiply our efforts. With clear plans and mobilized leadership, we can pursue bold initiatives, knowing that God works through both small beginnings and seemingly impossible tasks. Whether upgrading technology, expanding ministry efforts, or building for the future, the message encourages us to trust that God's power will exceed our wildest expectations when we step forward in faith.…
Join us for a heartfelt sermon by Pastor Bil as he navigates the profound topic of dealing with loss. In this reflective message, Pastor Bil shares insights from Scripture and personal experiences, offering comfort and guidance for those grappling with grief. He explores the stages of mourning, the importance of community support, and how faith can help us find hope in our darkest moments. Whether you are coping with the loss of a loved one, a relationship, or a significant life change, this sermon aims to provide peace and encouragement.…
This sermon unpacks the radical transformation of Saul, later known as Paul, illustrating how a complete life turnaround requires divine power, total surrender, and a supportive community. Starting with Saul’s dramatic encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus, we learn that real change comes from an external source—God’s power. The message emphasizes that surrendering fully to God’s will, as Saul did, means trusting His process even when the future is unclear. It also highlights the critical role of a faith-filled community that offers grace for past mistakes and encouragement for the future, embodying God’s redemptive love. With a renewed mind rooted in God’s truth, believers can face challenges boldly, proclaiming, “I have turnaround power!” through Christ who strengthens them.…
In this sermon, Pastor Bil breaks down common temptations and what the Bible says about how to overcome them. We are never alone in out temptation and the enemy will use this to take us out. Join us as Pastor Bil brings an encouraging word with very practical advice on overcoming your temptation.
This sermon dives into the story of Abraham's faith, highlighting how God's tests reveal the depth of our devotion and willingness to trust Him completely. Through Abraham’s journey—from being asked to sacrifice his only son, Isaac, to receiving God’s provision at the last moment—we see that faith doesn’t require all the answers; it simply requires a “yes” to God’s calling. The message encourages believers to prioritize obedience and faithfulness, especially in uncertain times. It also explores how our choices, even in political arenas, can align with God’s values, emphasizing respect for life, the sanctity of creation, and support for Israel. Ultimately, just as Abraham’s faithfulness led to God’s blessing and provision, our surrender and trust in God open the door to His promises and blessings in our lives.…
This sermon dives into the journey of faith in times when it seems like God is silent or distant, using the Israelites’ crossing of the Red Sea as a powerful example. Through four reflective questions, it challenges listeners to examine their obedience, attitude, patience, and trust. Are we obeying God fully and promptly, or letting procrastination delay His blessings? Do our attitudes align with faith, or do complaints hold us back? Are we willing to wait on God’s timing, actively trusting His love and guidance? With scriptural insights from Exodus, Hebrews, and James, this message inspires action, patience, and deeper trust, even when facing life's Red Seas.…
In this video, Pastor Bil walks us through how God breaks Moses' excuses on confronting Pharaoh. This message will challenge and encourage you that God already has a plan for you and you already have all that you need to see God move in your life!
In this video, we dive into the powerful truth that God's work is already unfolding around us, and our role is to join Him in His greater plan. Using key scriptures like Genesis 12:2-3, Romans 8:28, and Ephesians 2:10, we explore how God uses both our strengths and weaknesses to accomplish His will. We’ll uncover why it's crucial to stop asking God to join our plans and instead, open our eyes to His larger purpose—one that’s far beyond just our individual lives. Discover how seeking God’s kingdom first unlocks the fulfillment of all our needs.…
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