The Jeremy Roberts Podcast
Ep 38: Ken Costa
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In this episode, Jeremy interviews Ken Costa. Ken is an internationally renowned banker, having worked as Chairman of UBS Investment Bank for EMEA and Chairman of Lazard International. He is the Chairman of Alpha International, Emeritus Professor of Commerce in Gresham College London and Dean of the Leadership College London. He and his wife, Dr Fiona Costa, live in London. They have two sons and two daughters. He is the author and founder of God at Work. Ken has made two film series, the God at Work Conversations and Strange Kingdom – meditations on the cross.
His new book, KNOW YOUR WHY, is available for pre-order.
Ken and Jeremy discuss the value of work itself, the chic topic of hustling, work ethic, and then they take a right turn and discuss how global economics impact local churches in America,
CONNECT WITH KEN ONLINE
* Twitter – @KenJCosta
* www.godatwork.org.uk
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
* You recently wrote a new book, Know Your Why. In the book, you discuss the various reasons people work: cash, career, and cause, but few put enough stock in the value of work itself. What are your thoughts on all of this?
* Amongst entrepreneurs, especially in the US, the topic of emphasizing HUSTLE has almost become chic. What are your thoughts on the need for hustle in your work?
* What are your general thoughts on work ethic? For pastors and church leaders, specifically, what are some ways they can become more dedicated to working harder and smarter?
* As an economist, you gain a big picture of the global economy. How are global economics currently impacting local churches?