The Sunday Mail (Zimbabwe)

Trusting divine guidance for business success

festive season is THE upon us, and it is a time for us to reflect on our plans for the year ahead.

- Big Business Ideas Stephene Chikozho

HOW can our faith and intuition lead to success in the business world? This article is inspired by the insights of John Smith, an entreprene­ur and spiritual teacher who explores the idea of relying on divine guidance to achieve business success.

In his teachings, Smith brings together his own personal experience­s as a business owner, along with spiritual wisdom and principles, to offer practical advice on how to trust in God’s guidance for business expansion.

In a world driven by data, algorithms and cut-throat competitio­n, it is refreshing to see entreprene­urs and business leaders who still hold steadfast to their faith in divine power.

Today, there are some individual­s who have placed their ambitions in “God’s hands”, finding prosperity through a unique blend of spirituali­ty and business acumen.

In an era where profit margins and market dominance are often seen as the ultimate measures of success, a growing number of business owners are stepping outside the traditiona­l boundaries of strategic planning and decision making. They believe a higher power is at work, guiding them towards expansion and prosperity.

One such entreprene­ur is Michelle Gamuchirai Chimbganda, co-founder and director of a rapidly growing company — Beyond Borders Logistics.

She attributes the firm’s phenomenal success to her unwavering trust in divine guidance.

“From the inception of our venture, I placed my faith in God and sought his guidance at every step,” Chimbganda explains.

“I believe the divine has a greater purpose for our business, and this conviction has led us to unimaginab­le heights.”

In a world that often prioritise­s material wealth and personal gain, the notion of trusting in a higher power for business success may be met with scepticism.

However, for those who have chosen this path, the results speak for themselves.

Many of these individual­s credit their achievemen­ts not only to their unwavering faith but also to a heightened sense of intuition, allowing them to make more informed decisions.

Take Chimbganda as an example. She firmly believes that by surrenderi­ng to a higher power, she has been able to tap into a wellspring of divine inspiratio­n.

“I never thought I would find divine guidance in something as ordinary as running a logistics business,” says Chimbganda.

“But by trusting in God’s hands, I have been led to introduce innovative supply chain experience­s that have set our logistics and e-commerce establishm­ents apart.”

While the notion of divine guidance in business may seem abstract to some, it has become increasing­ly clear that there are entreprene­urs who are benefittin­g from it.

They experience a unique sense of peace and fulfilment amid the usual chaos and competitio­n found in the business world.

Their decisions are guided not only by spreadshee­ts and market trends but also a belief in something grander and more profound.

It is important to note that trusting in divine guidance does not involve passivity or a complete reliance on miracles.

Rather, these entreprene­urs interpret the divine as a source of inspiratio­n, guiding them to make bold decisions, take calculated risks and face challenges head-on.

Their faith in a higher power acts as a pillar of strength, giving them the resilience to weather storms and persevere in the face of adversity.

While not everyone may subscribe to the idea of integratin­g faith and spirituali­ty into their business practices, it is undeniable that these individual­s have discovered a secret ingredient that fuels their success. By placing their aspiration­s in “God’s hands”, they believe they have unlocked a purposeful approach to entreprene­urship, reaping rewards beyond mere profits.

In an increasing­ly disconnect­ed world, it is heartening to witness business leaders who embrace spirituali­ty, intuition and divine inspiratio­n as valuable tools for growth and prosperity.

Perhaps, in recognisin­g concepts beyond pure logic and data, we can all find a renewed sense of purpose in our business endeavours, ultimately fostering a more meaningful and sustainabl­e world of commerce.

Stephene Chikozho is the managing director of Urbane Create Agency — a strategy, marketing and advertisin­g agency. He writes in his personal capacity. You can follow him on social media (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Threads), WhatsApp: +2637724096­51 or email: managingdi­rector@urbanecrea­te.com

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