What if the thing holding you back isn’t time, money, or talent—but the people around you? In this episode our host Tom Krol is with Ken Joslin, CEO of the GSD Collective & the CREATE Conference, to discuss the fastest way to start anything. As the leader of the #1 Faith-Based Entrepreneurial Mastermind & Conference in America, Ken helps entrepreneurs align their faith, business, and personal growth. A pastor turned mentor, he’s worked with John Maxwell, Ed Mylett, Grant Cardone, and more. If you’re struggling to take action or feeling stuck, this conversation will change your perspective.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Start anything fast—breaking through fear and overthinking.
• Use proximity and relationships to level up every area of life.
• Build a faith-centered business framework that lasts.
• Cultivate grit and resilience as a CEO and entrepreneur.
• Turn connections into exponential business opportunities.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode (Highlights with Timestamps):

(02:59) Why Ken thanks God daily and how ministry led to business

 (04:03) From pastoring churches to top mortgage broker and real estate

 (05:33) Meeting Grant Cardone and building the largest faith-based entrepreneur movement

 (07:16) Core five framework: faith, health, relationships, business, finances

 (10:01) If starting over, how would Ken approach building his empire today

 (12:11) What “faith-based entrepreneur” really means—and why it’s broader than expected

 (16:17) Proximity as a cheat code: why relationships are the key to growth

 (18:33) Ken’s $150K story: how “just starting” beat everyone waiting for perfect

 (22:20) Speed increases focus: why moving first clarifies everything

 (27:41) Time, talent, and treasure—how to invest in relationships at a high level

 (31:36) Thermostat vs. thermometer: Are you setting the temperature or adjusting to others?

 (34:04) Putting a date on your first event and letting action guide strategy

 (38:44) Why grit is the #1 trait of CEOs and how Ken practices it daily

 (40:36) The two things that take you to the next level—relationship and information

Who This Episode is For:

• Entrepreneurs ready to launch or scale.
• Faith-based leaders navigating business and purpose.
• Anyone struggling with taking action or “starting.”
• Those seeking authentic leadership and deeper networking strategies.
• People who value personal growth in business and life.

Why You Should Listen:

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overanalyzing, or unsure of how to start a new chapter, build a business, or make important connections, this episode is your wake-up call. Ken’s actionable strategies, real-life stories, and raw honesty cut through the noise and give you permission—and the roadmap—to just start and grow beyond limits.

Connect with Ken

• Website: https://www.growstackdrive.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenjoslin
• Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-joslin-86812b197/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realkenjoslin