You'll spend half your waking hours today in that office.

Grand Canyon University—one of America’s largest Christian universities—welcomed Patrick Lowndes for his keynote at the 2026 Next Gen Leadership Conference, hosted by its Ingram Honors College.

Over the last years, many of you joined the Pragma Advisors calls after downloading the report and participating in conversations around faith, work, leadership, and operating at a high level.

Episode DescriptionIn this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes explore the five fears that often keep Christian professionals from stepping into their God-given calling in the workplace and beyond.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes unpack the false belief that only overseas ministry or financial giving creates global impact, and instead reveal how every Christian professional can participate in God’s kingdom through their everyday work.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes walk through a simple but powerful practice of starting your workday with intentional prayer, helping you move from reactive faith to proactive dependence on God.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes break down how to actually start living your calling by building a practical system that moves you from vision to execution.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes explore the missing link between a sense of calling and a practical career path.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes dismantle the belief that meaningful ministry only happens inside churches or nonprofits.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes unpack the disappointment that comes when you’ve been faithful, prepared, and prayerful—yet still get passed over for the promotion or opportunity you were hoping for.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes dismantle the idea that negotiating compensation is just about “being bold and asking.” They unpack the biblical posture of humility alongside confidence, explain how compensation actually works inside organizations, and give practical scripts for early-career professionals seeking raises and seasoned leaders pursuing promotions.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes pull back the curtain on how companies actually decide who gets promoted and who doesn’t.

Episode DescriptionIn this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes dismantle the belief that simply working hard, staying humble, and waiting your turn will automatically lead to promotion.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes continue their conversation on building optionality in your 20s by focusing on breadth and range.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes unpack the idea of building optionality in your 20s by going deep before going wide.

In this episode, Ken Freire unpacks the tension many young professionals feel between “work really hard” and “trust God”—and why that tension often produces anxiety, guilt, and burnout.

In this episode, Ken Freire explore why feedback often feels less like help and more like a personal attack, especially for young professionals who deeply care about doing meaningful work.

The divide between "sacred" ministry and "secular" work is a myth.

💡 Episode SummaryFeeling burned out even while serving God?

Operate with Purpose is a 90-day program for university seniors (and some juniors) to prepare students before graduation with real work projects and a clarified purpose.

If you’re a Christian young professional constantly investing in your growth—but still feeling anxious, scattered, or spiritually stuck—this episode is your wake-up call.Patrick Lowndes breaks down the six traps keeping high-potential believers from real development in 2026—from the Alignment Doubt to the Accountability Blind Spot—and exposes why your current self-help approach is statistically built to fail.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes address the rising anxiety young professionals feel around probation periods, layoffs, and job insecurity.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes unpack the false belief that “I’ll be grateful when I finally get a better job” and show how postponing gratitude actually postpones your spiritual growth and calling.

This video is for people who have taken our clarity of calling assessment and are now considering how they can drive more clarity in their calling.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes wrestle with the question: “Did Gen Z get gypped?” They unpack why the economic landscape Gen Z inherited is radically different from the one millennials entered, how that shapes work and career expectations, and what it means to trust God when the job market feels broken.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes unpack the RISE Framework—a practical, biblical way to discern your calling at work.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes dismantle the myth that Christian calling is reserved only for those in full-time ministry.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes unpack the powerful idea of "leading from below" and how young professionals can become indispensable leaders even without formal titles.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes tackle the fear and frustration many young professionals feel when entering the job market—especially in 2025.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes compare two drastically different work cultures: the "normal" self-focused culture of the world and the countercultural, service-oriented work ethic of the Kingdom of God.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes dive into the practical side of job hunting with "7 Hacks to Finally Get the Callback." Building on last week's episode about HR's harsh truths, this one is all about hope and strategy.

How does Frontier Operators, the new talent division of Pragma Advisors, fit within the overall vision to mobilize talent, advisors and investors to support businesses blessing people in frontier markets?

What do we mean when we say equipping faith-driven business operators for global impact?

Is “Business Operator” just another word for “Entrepreneur”?

Woah!

There are so many moving parts to landing your first job and beginning to understand yourself as you pursue a career.

This message from Patrick Lowndes is for employers who are considering contributing towards their employees' participation in the Frontier Operator Forge program.

Employers!

We never talk about the teams and people that support the Entrepreneurs.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes introduce the heart behind the Buried Talent podcast and tackle the critical question: why another faith and work podcast?

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes dive deep into Patrick’s entrepreneurial journey—from selling wood scraps to construction workers in first grade to building and exiting a tech startup.

n this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes tackle the first part of a four-part series on discerning your calling: the "what" you're called to.

Most people are told to “follow your passion” to find purpose in life and work.

In this episode of Buried Talent, Ken and Patrick unpack one of the most overlooked questions about calling: Where does God want me?Instead of chasing the American dream or simply following comfort and status, the conversation dives into a deeper, gospel-driven view of place.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes wrap up their four-part "Clarity of Calling" series by tackling one of the most paralyzing questions young professionals face: "How do I move forward when I'm not sure what to do?" They share personal stories of uncertainty, unorthodox first jobs, and how obedience to God often starts with a small step, not a complete roadmap.

In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes tackle a demoralizing experience that many young professionals face: applying to countless jobs and hearing nothing back.