World Game-ChangersThe Second Greatest Story Ever Told (9) – Paul D. Lowe & Jim Maher
On this episode of the World Game-Changers podcast Paul continues the mini-series based around the second greatest story ever told. This time he talks to Jim Maher about what the topic means for him.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- There’s an author called Bobby Buford who wrote ‘Half Time: Moving From Success to Significance’, which is for people thinking about retiring & talking about purpose. You have periods of time where it’s been go-go-go for various reasons to a new chapter which speaks to my current journey.
- I’m a serial entrepreneur, I’ve lived a life of agriculture & watching people get to a point where they would pass or become disabled & their life’s worth was sold off – a pig was a pig, a cow was a cow, and an acre or farm ground was an acre or farm ground. There was no enterprise around value built. My fondness for these closely held business owners means I recognise what they do for their communities & the people they employ.
- 32,000 companies employ 10-330 in a 150-mile radius of St. Louis. These account for 49% of the entire workforce, but 2/3 of those companies are declining. What does that mean for the opportunities for all the employees in those companies? 70% of the business owners were at or past natural retirement age. The story that tells for the future is not that bright unless we do a much better job helping these business owners.
- I could feel the people’s pain that we worked with & their frustration with miscommunication, it should be easier. After a long time looking, we saw that if it was to be done, it would have to be done by me. We built an organisation where we put all the service providers under one roof that the clients (and my widow) would need.
BEST MOMENTS
‘There’s always a bright one in everyone’s life & my bright one is my wife'.
‘We’ve definitely had rapids & rough water along the journey because it hadn’t been done before but once people saw that I had all the licences it became an easy button'.
‘Our core values are really simple: Help others become more, share success'.
‘When you know you have the technology in place, & the people that have the backgrounds in those areas to help others, that’s exciting'.
VALUABLE RESOURCES
- Mastering The Game Of Life Book (USA)
- Speaking From Our Hearts Books: Volumes 1-3 (Available on Amazon)
- World Game-Changers Group
ABOUT THE GUEST
Jim Maher is CEO & founder of Archford Capital Strategies, he is also a member of the Missouri Bar, The National Center for Employee Ownership, & Vistage. He is president of the St. Louis Chapter – Exit Planning Institute and serves on the Leadership Council of Southwestern Illinois. In 2009, Maher was named “Donor Advisor of the Year” by Leave a Legacy, Planned Giving Counsel, & The Greater St. Louis Community Foundation.
He & his wife, Jenny, have four boys who enjoy giving back to the community through philanthropy, travelling & playing soccer at a development academy & national team competitive level.
ABOUT THE HOST
Paul has made a remarkable transformation from existing for many years in dark, desperate despair; to now living a really healthy, happy & fulfilling life.
From an early age, he was in the vice-like clutches of the demon drink & constantly embroiled within a dark cocktail of toxic beliefs, self-hate & destructive violence.
Along with his empathetic and dedicated team of world-class coaches & mentors, Paul’s purpose is deeply transformational:
Developing World Game-Changers…
He is extremely passionate about helping others to find their purpose, have a voice & ultimately, make a real difference.
This has been built on a long & distinguished history of heart-centred coaching and mentoring. He has also been responsible for raising significant amounts of funds for many charities & good causes around the world; positively impacting & inspiring thousands of children – mainly from challenging backgrounds – within the UK & worldwide.
Through this World Game-Changers podcast & books, he has been involved in – including being a best-selling co-author – Paul also helps others to get their own inspirational messages and stories out into the world; as well as offering support to many charitable organisations, in their development & fund-raising.
CONTACT DETAILS
Tel: +44 (0) 7958 042 155
Email: Paul@Paul-Lowe.com
