Listen "The Near-Death Experience That Gave Me Purpose with Bo Parfet"
Episode Synopsis
What happens when you're pinned underwater, running out of oxygen, and suddenly realize... this is how people die?In this episode of The Erik Cabral Show, Erik sits down with Bo Parfet–adventure entrepreneur, mountain climber, and faith warrior who's restored sight to over 50,000 people worldwide. They dive deep into his childhood struggles with dyslexia and a speech impediment, the near-death canoe accident in Belize that gave him unshakeable faith, and how a vision on top of Mount Chimborazo led to a mission bigger than any summit.They talk about what it means to stop making a living and start making a life, why marketplace ministries are revolutionizing faith-driven business, and how prayer before meetings gets the ego out of the room immediately.This one's packed with wisdom for anyone ready to chase lions instead of settling for comfortable Christianity.Episode Chapters:0:00 Intro and childhood struggles with dyslexia 5:30 The Belize canoe accident that changed everything12:45 Foundation of unshakeable faith 18:20 Merging faith and work at DLP 25:10 Marketplace ministries revelation 32:40 Vision for sight restoration on Mount Chimborazo 40:15 Recognizing God's voice vs. your own thoughts 48:30 Obedience in entrepreneurship 55:20 Taking control of your information diet 1:02:15 Leading with love, humility, and kindness📚 Resources MentionedSEE International -- Sight restoration organizationThe ministry restoring vision to 1 billion blind people worldwide through $25-50 cataract surgeries.https://seeinternational.orgDLP Real Estate -- Bo's faith-forward companySolving America's attainable housing crisis with 5-7 million unit shortage.https://dlprealestate.com"Building an Elite Organization" by Don WennerThe business growth framework Bo swears by for entrepreneurs.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L8QXPX8DLP Positive Returns FoundationTackling homelessness and childhood trafficking through faith-driven action. https://dlpcapital.com/connect/news/dlp-positive-returns-foundation-discovers-the-power-of-teen-transformation-in-guatemala-miracles-in-the-makingDream Ons Program DLP's version of Make-A-Wish for team members facing struggles:https://dlpcapital.com/dream-on#:~:text=SHARE%20THE%20STORY,to%20spread%20kindness%20and%20compassion.Bo's Upcoming Fourth BookAbout growth in business, life, and thriving in your golden years (Q4 release).📖 BUY THE NEW BOOK NOW on Amazon!"Be Your Brand to Glorify God" available on Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcoverhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FCYQVKH5A guide for mission-driven entrepreneurs who want to build a brand that reflects their faith, not their ego.
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