Tom Basson
Higher Purpose
Tom Basson shares his recipe on how to make an impact in your community through entrepreneurship and skills development.
Tuck InTom Basson is the pastor of Grace Family Church, a multi-campus megachurch in Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. Passionate about working with and around people, he holds a degree in physiotherapy from the University of Cape Town, as well as a Masters of Theology from Tabor College, Australia. In addition to his regular preaching role, Tom also speaks widely to other churches, schools, and businesses. He has a popular blog which is read by thousands internationally, has been translated into several languages, and printed in numerous magazines and publications.
10 Tasty Bites
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1 - What Led You To Become A Pastor?
2 - What Do You Believe Lies In The Heart Of An Entrepreneur?
3 - What Role Does Entrepreneurship Play In Community Development And Upliftment?
4 - What Led Grace Church To Empower People Through Entrepreneurship Training?
5 - How Is The Grace Family Church Helping Its Community Through Entrepreneurship Training?
6 - Can You Share A Story From Your Community That Created A Positive Business Impact?
7 - What Lessons Did You Learn From The Polarisation Caused By The Looting in 2021?
8 - What Role Does Purpose Play In Our Professional Lives?
9 - Has There Been Any Profound Insight That You've Taken Away From The Grace Family Church Entrepreneur Community Project?
10 - What Advice Do You Have For Entrepreneurs Who Are Trying To Start A Business?
About This Recipe
Finding meaning and purpose in what you do is essential to building a sustainable personal and business life. But often, the only way to attain meaning and purpose is through hardship - something entrepreneurs know a lot about. Pastor Tom Basson is head of Grace Family Church, a congregation that not only acknowledges but honours the difficult process of attaining higher purpose. In 10 impassioned bites, he explains how he and his church are making an impact in their community through entrepreneurship and skills development.
What You'll Learn
Tom is a gifted communicator, known for his enthusiasm, authenticity and humour. As a pastor, physiotherapist, and elite athlete, Tom is passionate about living “healthy and whole” – mind, body and soul – and helping others to do the same. In addition to his regular preaching role, Tom has spoken widely to other churches, schools, and businesses. In this recipe, Tom explains the work his church is doing to support entrepreneurship in their community.
Learn
Learn from someone who speaks from a position of real authority, perspective and experience.
Do
Implement practical tips and techniques learned in the trenches - doing, rather than talking.
Share
Join a cohort of like-minded entrepreneurs in our growing community and share your learnings as you go.
Get Learning
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