Success can quietly become an idol.
In this episode of the Pillars of Purpose Podcast, Bryan Smith shares how a career crisis revealed something many entrepreneurs struggle with: tying identity to success.
After spending years building businesses and leading in the tech world, Bryan realized his title as CTO had slowly become the foundation of his identity. When that foundation shook, it forced him to ask a deeper question:
Who am I if I’m not my job?
In this conversation, we talk about:
• The moment Bryan’s faith became personal at age 27
• Why mission trips changed how his family sees the world
• How distraction and comfort can keep us from hearing God
• Parenting in a culture that constantly pulls kids away from faith
• The hidden danger of “accidental idolatry” in business success
• Why entrepreneurs must root their identity in being a child of God
Bryan also shares practical wisdom for business owners about leadership, discipline, and staying grounded in faith while building a business.
If you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or parent trying to live out your faith in a noisy world, this episode will challenge and encourage you.
Because success is a terrible place to find your identity.
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