Corporate America inevitably stirs up negative connotations, with terms like constant rat race, mental exhaustion, cut-throat, money-driven, and many others thrown around by both those who are a part of this world and those staying as far away as possible. Empirical evidence and common beliefs suggest that faith and entrepreneurship are like two parallel lines with no point of contact; if they collide, like two dimensions that aren’t supposed to intertwine, their fusion can lead to chaos and confusion.
Taushauna Burrel, the founder of the 7-Figure Faith Compass and founder of 120 Publishing House, challenges these stereotypes, tapping into her personal journey of transformation and self-discovery to set a new corporate standard. By breaking down high-level hustle habits and empowering entrepreneurs to convey God’s message from a place of authority, she hopes to shatter negative misconceptions and amplify the positive impact of corporate America by elevating it with faith-based values.
With many myths surrounding the synergy of these two fields, Taushauna starts with the one centered around money – the thing that makes the world go around. Unlike conventional beliefs according to which economic prowess is the root of all evil, Taushauna shifts the conversation by highlighting the real meaning of money in the Bible: “Scripture makes it clear – money is the tool that helps build and preserve God’s Kingdom. We don’t need to be afraid of it, we just need to learn how to harness it wisely and biblically.”
Dedicated to enriching humanity and helping natural-born leaders align their strategies with faith, Taushauna centered her career around elevating the profile of religious executives, entrepreneurs, ministers, and other influential personas and helping their voices reach all corners of the world. “There are many people with a heart of God, and they want to change the world,” she adds. “Many of them don’t have the resources. Many of them are people we pass every day, people we drive by on our way to work – people that we barely notice. If money got into their hands, the world would become a better place, and kindness would overpower negativity.”
For her, the motivation for shattering corporate stereotypes is personal, stemming from bleak days of neglecting her well-being, even during her pregnancies, to fulfill her bosses’ high expectations. “I used to be that woman struggling with finding my place,” she shares. “I had to learn my lessons the hard way – through loss. I lost two pregnancies while in the office, and I still hid that I was going through a miscarriage. I didn’t only lose my children; I also completely lost myself.”
To process her trauma, Taushauna began writing, tapping into the power of storytelling to find a glimmer of light and hope. Little did she know, she found what she was looking for in faith. Surrendering herself to God symbolized more than Taushauna embarking on a new spiritual journey; it symbolized the moment she rediscovered her true essence – kind, driven, passionate, and destined for success.
Drawing from her extensive corporate experience, financial aptness, and a proven track record of greatness, Taushauna identified the formula for abundance: belief, faith, and rest. According to her, these three pillars are the foundation of long-lasting success, helping leaders leave a profound impact on society. With a career focused on empowering faith-driven executives, especially Christian women, Taushauna leverages her inspiring story to convey invaluable lessons about finding strength, unlocking full potential, and not only having faith but living in it.
“Though it’s a challenging territory to navigate, there are solutions that can help leaders reassess their purpose and align their actions with intentions. These strategies strip entrepreneurship back to the basics, replacing high-hustle habits with Biblical rest – clearing out calendars, taking intentional breaks, and listening to the divine guidance of God,” shares Taushauna, empowering entrepreneurs to surrender themselves to the power of faith. “If you have taken the time to rest and nurture your mind, you are less likely to act against your values, even in the cut-throat corporate setting. Faith builds strength and character, and these are the qualities needed for success. It’s not about choosing one or the other; it’s about reconnecting with yourself, building confidence, and trusting God.”
Published by: Nelly Chavez
