Wisdom’s Table With Rachel Wortman

191. 4 Steps to Rest Well: Recharging Your Spirit and Business

In this episode of Wisdom's Table, we're going deep on something a lot of high-achieving entrepreneurs try to skip: REST. If you've been working hard and you're starting to feel the drain, this one is for you.
I get personal in this episode. I take you back to 2011 when I hit a wall that changed everything I thought I knew about capacity, output, and what it actually means to be well. 
This year, the Lord pressed on me to take a sabbatical from one-on-one coaching through June and July. Honestly? My first reaction was not peace. It was resistance. But I said yes, and what has happened on the other side of that obedience is exactly what this episode is about.
I also walk you through a four-part framework I've been using to rest in a way that actually fills you back up. I'm calling it Release, Enter, Satisfy, and Together. This isn't about checking out. It's about checking in, with God, with yourself, with what your soul is actually asking for.
Rest isn't a reward for finishing. It's part of the work.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00:00 - Welcome to Wisdom's TableIntroduction to the podcast and today's topic on rest and identity in business.
00:01:00 - Personal Journey with BurnoutRachel shares her experience with burnout and the lessons learned from it.
00:04:39 - The Importance of RestDiscussion on the necessity of rest and how to approach it effectively.
00:06:14 - Four-Step Model for RestIntroduction to a practical model for incorporating rest into life.
00:08:45 - Guarding Against BurnoutExploration of how greed can lead to burnout and the importance of spiritual health.
00:10:29 - Jesus as Our ExampleReflection on how Jesus modeled an unhurried life and the importance of focusing on God's mission.
00:12:04 - Rejecting the Pressure to PerformEncouragement to resist societal pressures and stay true to one's mission.
00:14:01 - What to Do When You RestPractical advice on how to engage in meaningful rest.
00:18:05 - Active Rest with the LordEmphasis on the importance of active engagement with God during rest.
00:19:18 - Closing Thoughts and EncouragementWrap-up of the episode and encouragement to share the podcast.

190. On Mondays We Pray: Over The Power Couples In Business

If you're building a business with your spouse, this one's for you.
Today's prayer episode is a blessing over the marriages that are also partnerships, the ones where the dream lives in both of you, where the deadline pressure doesn't always stay at the office, and where it can be hard to know when to be business partners and when to just be husband and wife.
This prayer covers the real tensions: leading with frustration instead of grace, competing instead of completing each other, and letting the weight of the vision crowd out the peace of your home. We declare together that this business belongs to God, and that our marriages are the greatest testimony of what kingdom business actually looks like.
Whether you and your spouse are co-founders or your spouse is simply your biggest supporter from the sidelines, this prayer is for you. Because the calling on your business and the covenant of your marriage were never meant to be in conflict.
Come pray with us today.
Scriptures to carry with you: Ecclesiastes 4:9, Mark 10:9, Colossians 3:14
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189. 6 Rules for Power Couples in Business

This month, my husband and I are celebrating 22 years of marriage. And I'll be honest, it has not all been bliss. We are two independent, visionary, alpha people who have built businesses, led ministry, and raised four kids together. And nobody warned us that the hardest meeting of the week would sometimes happen around the dinner table.
If you are in business with your spouse, this episode is for you.
I'm sharing six rules we've learned the hard way about how to build a company together without it costing you your marriage. We cover why your marriage cannot become a chronic business meeting, how to define roles according to your actual strengths instead of who you want to be seen as, and why trusting your spouse to do their job well is one of the most powerful things you can do for both your company and your relationship.
We also get into the unity principle that completely changed how we make financial and business decisions together, why blaming your spouse for holding back your dreams might be the most dangerous thing you can do to your marriage and your calling, and the one practical conversation most couples never have but absolutely need to, especially when you are both owners of the same company.
This episode is not about having a perfect partnership. It is about building one with intention, humility, and the kind of covenant commitment that God actually honors. Because here is what I know to be true after 22 years: your marriage matters more to the Lord than what you accomplish. But I also believe He can give you both. This episode is about learning to hold them well, at the same time.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's TableIntroduction to the podcast and its focus on growth in various aspects of life.
00:00:26 - Celebrating 22 Years of MarriageRachel shares her anniversary milestone and introduces the topic of power couples in business.
00:01:08 - The Challenge of Blurred LinesDiscussion on the difficulties of balancing marriage and business without clear boundaries.
00:02:54 - Rule #1: Avoid Chronic Business MeetingsThe importance of not letting marriage become solely about business discussions.
00:06:03 - Rule #2: Trust Your Spouse's RoleEmphasizing the need to trust each other’s abilities and define roles clearly.
00:09:10 - Rule #3: Keep Personal Issues SeparateAdvice on not bringing personal frustrations into business conversations.
00:10:25 - Rule #4: Build Unity TogetherThe significance of striving for unity in marriage and business decisions.
00:14:05 - Rule #5: Don’t Blame Each OtherEncouragement to avoid blaming your spouse for perceived limitations on dreams.
00:18:42 - Rule #6: Establish a Succession PlanThe necessity of having a plan for the business in case of unforeseen events.
00:20:58 - Recap of the Six RulesA summary of the six rules discussed for power couples in business.
00:22:12 - Closing Thoughts and PrayerRachel reflects on her marriage and invites listeners to join in prayer for their marriages.

188. On Mondays We Pray: Inviting The Holy Spirit Into The Business

Join me in a powerful prayer time of dedicating your business to the Lord, and committing to Him in your business. Being a Christian in business can be hard at times, but true partnership with God is possible...and it begins in prayer. 
 
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187. 42% Of Start Ups Fail: How to Ensure Your Business Makes It

Okay, I have to ask you something that might sting a little. What if the logo, the website, the branding you've been pouring time and money into is actually the thing keeping your business from making money? I know. Stay with me.
Here's what I've learned across 20-plus years of building businesses: you should be selling before you build. Not after the website is perfect. Not after the brand colors are locked in. Before.
Most of us come from environments where looking the part feels like being the part. We think professional equals profitable. But that belief has a cost. Did you know that 42% of startups fail because they built something nobody actually wanted? I've seen this up close. A friend of mine poured over $35,000 into a consulting business before they ever landed a single client. By the time they realized the model wasn't working, they were so emotionally and financially invested that pivoting felt impossible.
Today we're talking about the four things you actually need to do when you're starting from zero, and why selling first isn't a shortcut. It's the smartest move you can make.
 
Let's connect! Send me a DM on Instagram @rachelwortman and let me know you listened to this episode. Or find me on TikTok @therachelwortman
 
TIMESTAMPS
00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's TableIntroduction to the podcast and its focus on growth in various aspects of life.
00:00:27 - Questioning Conventional WisdomExploring the idea that traditional business setups may be hindering success.
00:00:58 - The Shift in Business BuildingDiscussing the misconception that a professional appearance is necessary for business success.
00:01:50 - The Evolution of Business MarketingA look at how marketing strategies have changed over the years, from phone books to social media.
00:02:52 - The Importance of a WebsiteAcknowledging the value of having a website while emphasizing the role of social media.
00:03:45 - Understanding Your MarketThe significance of validating business ideas before investing heavily in branding and marketing.
00:04:38 - The Risks of Over-InvestmentCautionary tales about the dangers of spending too much money before knowing if an idea will succeed.
00:06:24 - Emotional Attachment to IdeasHow emotional investment can cloud judgment and hinder flexibility in business decisions.
00:08:52 - The Need for Real FeedbackThe importance of testing ideas with real buyers to avoid emotional attachment to untested concepts.
00:10:06 - Building Backwards: A New ApproachIntroducing the concept of selling before fully developing a business idea.
00:11:20 - Case Study: Consulting FirmAn example of how a consultant could have approached their business differently to achieve success.
00:12:44 - Real-Life Application: Social Media ExperimentSharing a personal experience of testing a social media strategy with agents.
00:15:32 - Learning from FeedbackUnderstanding how feedback can shape business offerings and pricing strategies.
00:17:06 - The Importance of SellingEncouraging listeners to embrace selling as a natural part of business growth.
00:18:41 - Identifying Your Business StageHelping listeners recognize where they are in their business journey and how to move forward.
00:20:25 - Bringing Ideas to LifeEncouraging prayerful consideration of how to implement business ideas effectively.
00:21:08 - Engagement with the AudienceInviting listeners to share their experiences and connect with the host.

186. On Mondays We Pray: To Unmask The Lies And Be Set Free!

Most of us would never say it out loud. But in private? Nearly 90% of people admit they carry a deep, quiet belief that God is somehow disappointed in them. That He rolls His eyes when they pray. That they're too much, too broken, too far behind. And today we are calling that exactly what it is: a lie from the pit of hell.
On this episode of On Mondays We Pray, we are praying together over the shame of not measuring up and releasing it for good. Because when you let this lie go, you step into a love that is so vast, so rich, and so fulfilling that everything begins to shift. Come pray with us.
 
Have a specific prayer request? Email me! I would love to pray for you. Rachel@rachelwortman.com

185. 3 Lies We Believe And How We Deceive Ourselves in Business and Faith

In this episode of Wisdom's Table, I dive deep into a topic that resonates with many of us: the lies we tell ourselves. Often, these narratives shape our lives and impact our businesses in profound ways, even if we don’t recognize them as lies. I'm sharing my personal journey of discovering these self-deceptions, particularly through a pivotal conversation with my brother that opened my eyes to the truths I was avoiding.
We explore three common lies that can hinder our growth and effectiveness in business and how you can avoid them as well.
 
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00:00 - Welcome to Wisdom's Table00:00:27 - The Lies We Tell Ourselves00:01:09 - Introduction to Personal Experience00:02:43 - Lie #1: Prioritizing Faith When Life is Stable00:04:27 - The Importance of Daily Connection with God00:06:35 - Finding God in Everyday Moments00:08:08 - Shifting from Formal Time to Abiding00:10:47 - Breaking the Myth of Formalized Faith00:12:01 - Lie #2: Fear of Being Sleazy in Sales00:14:08 - Understanding the Blessing of Selling00:16:04 - Lie #3: God’s Disappointment in Us00:18:09 - God’s Compassion vs. Disappointment00:20:39 - The Importance of Grace in Our Journey00:22:56 - Encouragement and Call to Action00:23:19 - Closing Remarks and Next Episode Preview

184. On Mondays We Pray: For Your Business To Stand Out

The market is flooded. More entrepreneurs are coming. And the ones who will stand out aren't the ones who perfected somebody else's model. They're the ones who had the courage to be exactly who God made them to be.
We just talked about what it really means to stand out in a flooded market (See episode 183), and today we're taking everything we uncovered straight to the Lord. Because knowing your differentiators is one thing. Having the courage to actually walk in them is another.
This is your Monday prayer. We're bringing the fear, the resistance, the places where you've been hiding parts of yourself because you weren't sure they were enough. We're laying it all down and asking God to do what only He can do.
If last week's episode stirred something in you, this one is the next right step. Come pray with us.
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183. Positioning for Success: Strategies to Thrive in a Cash-Strapped Economy

In this episode of Wisdom's Table, I dive into a topic that is increasingly relevant in today's economy: how to differentiate yourself in a saturated market of entrepreneurs and businesses. With a staggering one in three Americans planning to start a business or side hustle in the next year—a 94% increase from last year—it's crucial to understand how to stand out amidst the flood of new entrants.
Listen, I know your business may be struggling right now, but there is hope. There is help for you. Maybe you will find the nudge you need in this episode. 
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's TableIntroduction to the podcast and its purpose.
00:00:26 - Today's Topic: Standing Out in BusinessDiscussion on differentiating oneself in a saturated market.
00:01:52 - The Surge in EntrepreneurshipStatistics on the increase in Americans planning to start businesses or side hustles.
00:03:40 - Understanding Financial StressInsights into the financial challenges many Americans are facing.
00:05:36 - The Need for WisdomThe importance of seeking divine guidance in navigating economic challenges.
00:07:00 - Key #1: The Imitation TrapExploring the limitations of imitation in business.
00:12:27 - Key #2: You Are the DifferentiatorEmphasizing the importance of authenticity and personal style.
00:17:30 - Key #3: Finding Your PositioningThe significance of positioning in the market and how to identify it.
00:22:34 - Conclusion and Call to ActionEncouragement to download the guide and seek God's guidance in business.
00:24:39 - Closing RemarksFinal thoughts and invitation to share the podcast.

182. On Mondays We Pray: Over Our Money

It's Monday, and on Mondays we pray.
If you caught last week's episode on money, bring that conversation into this one. We're bringing our finances to the Lord and asking for the one thing that changes everything in this area: wisdom.
James says if any of us lacks wisdom, ask, and God will give it generously without finding fault. Friend, that promise is for you and your bank account too.
If this money conversation has been stirring something in you, I also want to make sure you know about my book, The Money Mandate. It goes deeper into everything we've been unpacking and I genuinely believe it could shift the way you see and handle money for good. Grab it in the link below.
Now come pray with me.
What we're praying over today:
Wisdom in how we assign and steward our finances
For income to come and flow into our hands
Clarity on how we are spending our money
Faith to trust God with all of it
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