What if true impact isn’t measured by what you build, but by the lives you touch—inside and outside the walls of the church? In this episode of Seek Go Create, Tim Winders sits down with “impact architect” Mike Thakur, whose journey includes rebuilding a viral burned-down mansion, leading nine-figure businesses, and reimagining entrepreneurship as a mission field for faith. They dive deep into the future of business, ministry, and community—and why God may be moving beyond the pulpit. If you’ve ever questioned where faith and business truly meet, or wondered how success and purpose can coexist, this conversation will challenge and inspire you. Don’t miss it!

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Mike Thakur is an accomplished entrepreneur, impact architect, and thought leader in purpose-driven business. Born and raised in England, Mike has led nine-figure tech sales teams, served in CEO roles providing high-level security for billionaires, and founded WorkLodge, Houston’s oldest coworking brand. He went viral for restoring a burned-down mansion in Nashville, and now leads the Kingdom Impact Exchange - or KIX. With bold energy and a vision for Kingdom impact, Mike brings both business acumen and a deep passion for supporting entrepreneurs in making a meaningful difference.

1. Discover why Mike Thakur, a highly accomplished entrepreneur and "impact architect," bought and restored a burned-down Nashville mansion—and how the story unexpectedly went viral worldwide.
2. Explore bold ideas on how faith-driven business leaders can reshape community and impact, including Mike’s perspective on business, church, and the future of Kingdom entrepreneurship.
3. Get practical, real-life insights into building purpose-driven ventures, overcoming setbacks (like starting over from food stamps), and why success isn't just about money or titles but meaningful impact.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

1. LetsGoKix.com (KIX – Kingdom Impact Exchange): Mike Thakur’s initiative to build community among entrepreneurs and business leaders committed to Kingdom impact. You can learn more or get involved by visiting LetsGoKix.com.
2. The Mike Thakur Podcast: Hosted by Mike Thakur, this show explores faith, business, and impact. It’s a resource for ongoing insights if you enjoyed his perspective on Seek Go Create.
3. Mike Drop Book: Either purchase on Amazon, or Mike offered to send the ebook version for free if you reach out via email.

Action Steps for Listeners:

1. Connect With Kingdom Impact Exchange (KIX): Visit LetsGoKix.com to find out about meetups in Franklin, TN, and other cities or to inquire about hosting a KIX gathering in your own city. There’s also an option to join online until you can meet in person.
2. Evaluate and Rethink Your Definition of Success: Reflect on how you’re currently measuring success in your business or leadership role. Consider shifting the focus from just financial outcomes to the impact you’re making—on others, your community, and for...

What if the key to extraordinary leadership isn’t just about achieving more, but about becoming more whole? In this episode of Seek Go Create, host Tim Winders sits down with April Diaz, founder and CEO of Ezer & Company, to unpack a transformative, holistic approach to leadership that moves beyond traditional power structures. April shares personal lessons from her own journey—from her early days as the “bossy” girl on the playground to her groundbreaking work coaching high-capacity leaders and advocating for women in executive spaces. Whether you’re an experienced leader, burned out by the old rules, or simply curious about what it means to lead with authenticity and intention, this candid conversation is sure to challenge and inspire you to redefine your own path to wholeness.

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April Diaz is the founder and CEO of Ezer & Company, an acclaimed executive coach with over 25 years of experience guiding more than a thousand high-capacity leaders—including C-suite executives and Olympians—through transformative leadership and personal growth. Renowned for her holistic, inside-out leadership approach, April combines bold strategy, deep soul work, and practical tools to help leaders thrive both professionally and personally. She’s a certified coach with expertise in neuroscience and human development, and is the creator of a proprietary wholeness assessment that challenges traditional leadership models. With extensive background in church ministry and a passion for equitable, sustainable leadership ecosystems, April is recognized for her energetic, intentional, and authentic guidance of leaders seeking meaningful impact.

1. Discover April Diaz’s unique approach to holistic leadership that blends deep soul work, bold strategy, and practical tools to help leaders thrive—whether you’re burned out or seeking your next level of growth.
2. Hear personal stories of transformation, resilience, and the realities of navigating career pivots, motherhood, and spiritual calling in high-capacity roles, especially for women leaders.
3. Explore thought-provoking insights on how our greatest strengths can become our kryptonite, the power of energy management, and why integrating all parts of ourselves is the secret to sustainable success.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

1. Ezer & Company Website: April Diaz’s company, where you can find coaching programs, resources for holistic leadership, and take the Wholeness Assessment.
2. The Whole Leader Snapshot (Wholeness Assessment): The assessment tool discussed in the episode, designed to evaluate your holistic well-being across six key areas.
3. Enneagram Reference: April mentions she’s an “8 on the enneagram” and discusses the framework as a helpful tool for understanding leadership and energy. While not a direct resource link, listeners are encouraged to explore enneagram personality resources for self-awareness.

Action Steps for Listeners:

1. Take the Whole Leader Snapshot Assessment: Spend a few minutes completing the free assessment on the Ezer...

Are you chasing success so hard that you’re missing what really matters? In this episode of Seek Go Create, Adam Cruz—a high-performing design leader and former church planter—shares his journey from building multimillion-dollar businesses and thriving ministries to confronting burnout, brokenness, and addiction driven by unregulated ambition. Host Tim Winders dives deep with Adam into the hidden costs of hustle culture, the power of healing-driven leadership, and how redefining your “why” can transform both your work and your life. If you’ve ever wondered how to build something meaningful without losing yourself along the way, this honest conversation is a must-listen.

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Adam Cruz is a high-performing design leader and church planter with a track record of driving over $115 million in revenue for companies like Intuit and ZME, while also building impactful ministries. Having navigated both the heights of professional and ministry success and the costs of burnout and overwork, Adam now helps mission-driven leaders create ventures—and lives—that flourish without sacrificing what matters most. Through his work at the Healed Hustle, he guides leaders to sustainable achievement, blending strategic insight with hard-won wisdom on balance, clarity, and authentic purpose.

1. Unfiltered Truth About Ambition and Burnout: Discover how Adam Cruz went from leading high-impact ventures and ministries to facing a silent collapse—and what he learned about the dangers of unchecked ambition.
2. Inside Look at Healing and Sustainable Hustle: Adam and Tim dive deep into the concept of the "healed hustle," revealing real, actionable practices to pursue success without sacrificing personal health, relationships, or purpose.
3. Raw Stories and Surprising Insights: Hear candid stories—from church planting in Wyoming to tech leadership at Intuit—and explore the surprising parallels between ministry and business, addiction and achievement, and what truly anchors a meaningful life.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

1. The Healed Hustle Website – Adam Cruz’s resource for mission-driven leaders to pursue sustainable ambition without sacrificing what matters most. Take the assessment and learn more about the eight-step process: thehealedhustle.com
2. Book Recommendation: Simple Church – Mentioned by Adam as a pivotal resource that influenced their approach to ministry by focusing on doing fewer things really well. Great for anyone looking to create more focus and clarity in their work or ministry.
3. Seek Go Create Podcast – Hosted by Tim Winders, whose conversations center around redefining success, leadership, business, and faith journeys. Encourage listeners to explore more episodes for deeper insight and community.

Action Steps for Listeners:

1. Audit Your Life & Ambitions: Take time to honestly evaluate what’s driving your ambition and whether your current pace and practices are sustainable. Consider where your focus has been and if it’s aligned with your values and well-being.
2. Establish Practical Recharge Routines: Adopt a daily routine to intentionally recharge, like Adam’s “touch the grass” practice—start your day with something that connects you to the present moment and grounds you before diving into work or checking your