Who’s Your Entrepreneur Hero? (And Can Jesus Count?) 💼

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TL;DR: Some admire billionaires. Others admire bold thinkers. But the most inspiring entrepreneur might be closer than you think. And your answer says something powerful about your values, your vision, and who you're becoming.

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"For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."
— Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)

God is the original Creator. Jesus is the greatest problem-solver in history. If entrepreneurship is about meeting real needs with meaningful solutions, then Jesus ran the most impactful mission-based enterprise in human history. Global reach. Local impact. Multi-generational return. Now that’s legacy. Divine entrepreneurship.

Leaders that Inspire Me

The question “Who inspires you most as an entrepreneur?” is surprisingly tough. Partly because I admire many. And partly because… what exactly is an entrepreneur?

I once heard a pastor describe his job as working for a global enterprise with outlets in every nation, focused on education, healing, social reform, and spiritual transformation. It’s called the Church. And it’s been running for 2,000 years.

Growing up, I admired the tech trailblazers—Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg—for building platforms that shaped the digital age. Then there was Richard Branson—bold, fun, free-spirited, and somehow running hundreds of companies at once.

Later, I admired voices like Tupac Shakur, who used art and influence to speak truth and stir communities. And Myles Munroe, whose books and sermons on purpose continue to echo long after his life.

I also found inspiration in Chris Do, who merged design, business savvy, and community to build toward a modern school with a bold mission: teaching one billion people how to make a living doing what they love.

I was also drawn to Ricardo Semler, the radical Brazilian Industrialist who reimagined leadership with trust, freedom, and people-first innovation.

Then there’s Myron Golden—whose teachings and videos helped me connect the dots between business and the Bible. His content not only affirmed that business is a God idea, but also helped me grow in faith while sharpening how I think about value, purpose, and wealth creation.

And then, closer to home...

• Leonard & Emily Mcharo inspired me with their purpose-driven real estate FIRE movement—building not just wealth, but mentorship, people legacy, and community uplift.

• Muriithi & Carol Wanjau inspired me with their church-based movement—offering spiritual formation, relationship discipleship, financial freedom tools, and practical Kingdom programs for everyday people.

Both couples integrated faith, family, and work so seamlessly it’s hard to tell where one stops and the other begins. That’s inspiring.

And while these are more visible names, I’ve also been deeply inspired by entrepreneurs I’ve had the privilege to serve with—as an employee or partner. They may not be in the spotlight, but their excellence, integrity, and mentorship left a lasting impact on me. I’m grateful for those behind-the-scenes leaders who built well and brought others along.

What speaks to me most across all these?

• Excellence without ego

• Bold creativity paired with clear purpose

• Generosity that multiplies beyond wealth

• Teamwork that blesses both home and community

• A Kingdom mindset that sees business as mission

Not one name. But one vision: Build to bless. Multiply what matters. Lead with legacy in mind.

Checklist: Define Your Entrepreneurial North Star 🧭

Reflect on these to uncover your inspiration (and maybe your direction):

☐ What kind of problems does this person solve—and why does it resonate with you?

☐ Do they build alone or with others? What does their teamwork or partnership model look like?

☐ What kind of legacy are they leaving—financial, relational, spiritual, or all of the above?

☐ How do they model generosity, courage, or excellence?

☐ What in their story makes you want to rise, build, and bless?

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Action Step

Write down 3 entrepreneurs (famous or not) who inspire you. Next to each one, jot down what you admire and what it stirs in you.

Then ask: What does this say about the kind of impact I want to leave?

Your heroes are hinting at your calling. And remember: entrepreneurship isn’t just about what you build. It’s about who you bless.

Related Read: Wondering what kind of business aligns with your values? Last week’s post—What would you invest in (if money wasn’t the problem)?—might help.