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The Calling and the Climb

Phillip is an entrepreneur who started a business by accident and found out that building the business became his calling. He shares his stories of triumph, mistakes, fears, and victories as he climbed the mountain of entrepreneurial success, enabled by God"s faithful hand. Hear practical advice on business building and inspirational stories of how God anoints people for business just like any other ministry.

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28:37

Navigating the Known and Unknown of Exiting a...

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2026/02/07

In this episode of The Calling and the Climb, Phillip continues the story of how a single unexpected opportunity became the catalyst for building an exit strategy. Using the idea of known knowns known unknowns and unknown unknowns he walks through the mindset shifts decisions and faith driven moments that allowed his business to scale secure funding build the right team and step into a much bigger vision. This conversation offers practical insight and encouragement for entrepreneurs navigatin...

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30:25

How I Raised The Value Of My Business Before Selling...

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2026/01/31

In this episode of The Calling and the Climb, Kent and Phillip dive into what it actually takes to prepare a business for sale long before it ever hits the market. Phillip shares lessons from selling his 26-year IT company, including how valuation works, why repeatable revenue matters more than big one-time wins, the hidden cleanup required in org charts, documentation, and leadership, and why founders must work themselves out of day-to-day operations to exit well. A practical, behind-the-sce...

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25:44

The Exit Strategy That Made My Dreams Come True | The...

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2026/01/24

In this episode of The Calling and the Climb, Phil Hampton and Kent Curry unpack why every entrepreneur needs an exit strategy whether you’re ready to sell or not. Phil shares the real timeline behind selling his company after 26 years, the hard lessons he learned about making a business valuable beyond the owner, and the leadership moves required to work himself out of day to day operations. They also dive into the unexpected inflection point that launched Phil into rapid growth, an unforget...

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18:40

5 Small Tips For Success No On told Me

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2026/01/17

In this episode, Phil and Kent break down the “small things” that often get overlooked but can make a huge difference in business success. From meeting discipline and respecting people’s time, to prompt communication, follow through, and even dressing for success, these practical habits help build trust, professionalism, and momentum. If you’re trying to level up your leadership and your results, this one’s for you.

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12:34

I Didn't Expect This To Help Grow My Business

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2026/01/03

In this episode of The Calling and the Climb, Phil shares the unexpected way humor and creativity shaped his business journey. What started as skits, church banquets, and youth group dramas eventually became a powerful marketing tool that helped him stand out in a serious, buttoned-up legal industry. From creating the wildly popular “Bill and Phil Show” for attorneys across the country to learning how laughter builds connection, this conversation explores how God can develop gifts in one seas...

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23:07

A Christmas Message for Entrepreneurs

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2025/12/20

What does Christmas have to say to entrepreneurs facing fear, uncertainty, and pressure? In this special Christmas episode, Phillip Hampton walks through four moments in the Christmas story where angels spoke one consistent message: Fear not. A powerful reminder for founders navigating silence, calling, reputation, and success.

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30:09

What I Wish I Knew at the Beginning of my Business

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2025/12/13

What is it really like to be a founder? In this episode, Philip reflects on 26 years of building and eventually selling a business, sharing the realities people rarely see. From the insecurity of making payroll and carrying all the risk, to the mindset required to think differently, solve complex problems, and endure sleepless nights, this conversation offers an honest look at founder life. Philip also shares what he loved most, what he hated most, the biggest mistakes he would change, and th...

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16:07

The Spiritual Side of Success: Asking God to Anoint...

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2025/12/06

In this episode, Phil talks about the often overlooked idea of God anointing people for work outside the church. He shares how his faith shaped his business journey, including a moment when he prayed for God’s anointing before a major tech presentation and felt the same lift he had experienced in ministry. If you are trying to build or lead in your own strength, this episode encourages you to invite God into your work and ask for His anointing on your business and daily decisions.

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26:05

How to Have Customer Service Worth Charging More For

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2025/11/29

Customer service isn’t just a task, it’s a mindset. In this episode, Phil explains why great service can outperform sales and marketing, and how small personal touches create long-term loyalty. He shares practical keys like personalizing your approach, communicating clearly, reading your clients, and cooling off before responding. Phil also tells the story of the 2010 Nashville flood and how his team kept clients running during a crisis, proving the power of going the extra mile. This episode...

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20:02

12 Unexpected Things I’m Thankful for as an Entrepreneur

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2025/11/22

In this special Thanksgiving episode, Philip reflects on 26 years of entrepreneurship and the many things he has learned to be grateful for. He shares some more obvious blessings like God’s faithfulness, loyal employees, long-term clients, wise advisors, and the freedom to build a business in America. He also highlights some very unexpected things that shaped him, including trials, financial scarcity, talented employees who surpassed him, competitors who sharpened him, paying taxes, and even ...

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25:19

Why Change Is So Hard But So Necessary

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2025/11/15

In this episode, Phil digs into one of the hardest parts of running and growing a business: leading through change. He shares real world stories from his years running an IT consulting business, from introducing ergonomic keyboards to resistant teams, to overhauling document management systems, to navigating the painful shift from hourly billing to block hour retainers. He unpacks why people resist change, how ego complicates leadership decisions, and the practical steps every business owner ...

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26:24

How To Deal With Turnover In Your Business

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2025/11/08

In this episode Phillip opens up about one of the hardest realities in business, turnover. From losing key people without warning to realizing he was managing out of fear, he shares how those painful lessons reshaped his leadership. He walks through practical steps he learned over time, documenting institutional knowledge, creating overlapping roles, rewarding longevity, and easing client transitions. With honesty and humor, he talks about the human side of running a company, how every depart...

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21:51

Take Time To Dream

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2025/11/01

In this episode of The Calling And The Climb, Philip Hampton shares how God-given dreams can shape your life and business. From a vision he wrote as a 14-year-old to seeing it fulfilled years later, Philip reflects on how faith, persistence, and divine timing work together. He also recounts a powerful moment on a flight when God renewed his vision and set him on a path that would unfold over the next two decades. This episode is a reminder to pause, dream again, and let God plant fresh vision...

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23:55

Don’t Let What You Lack Stop You From Starting

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2025/10/25

In this honest and deeply personal conversation, Phillip Hampton opens up about the early years of building his business in Nashville, the doubts, insecurities, and constant feeling that he didn’t have enough. No money. No business training. No connections. Even personal insecurities made him question whether he belonged in the room. But through it all, Phillip learned one of the most powerful truths in both business and life: God never asks for what you don’t have. He asks, “What’s in your h...

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28:21

These Four Words Changed My Business | It Can Be Done

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2025/10/23

When you hit a wall in business, most people say, “It can’t be done.” But for Philip, four simple words flipped that mindset forever: “It can be done.” In this episode, he shares how a sign on Ronald Reagan’s desk became the motto that built his company, from fixing “unfixable” software to standing up a multimillion document database in less than a month. It’s a story of optimism, grit, and believing that no problem is truly impossible, only unsolved.

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00:27:38

Balancing Faith & Profit: A Journey of Generosity

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2025/10/07

Phillip candidly discusses the common stereotypes founders face, how he reconciles his faith with his pursuit of profit, and the practical steps he takes to maintain generosity and gratitude. There has to be an operating philosophy behind the choices! From sharing personal stories of business struggles and successes to highlighting the importance of sacrificial giving, this episode offers valuable insights for budding entrepreneurs seeking to integrate their faith with their business endeavors.00:00

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00:24:34

Preventing the Plateau - 5 Essential Steps to Keep...

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2025/09/29

Sometimes revenue growth comes from mastering the overlooked fundamentals. In this episode, Phillip shares the seasons of your maturing business when you need to master budgeting, tax strategies, attracting top talent, figure out forecasting and building a strong organizational structure. These are the fundamentals you need to take your business on to a higher level.00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Planning for Growth00:50 Nuts and Bolts: Adapting Basics as Your Company Grows01:16 Navigating

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00:21:54

Mastering Adaptability: Pivoting into Computer Forensics

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2025/09/23

Adapt or die. When you’ve plateaued you can either double down on what you’ve been doing; or you can pivot to add something new.In this episode, Phillip describes branching out in his IT consulting business and pioneering computer forensics for law firms. Learn the pivotal business strategies he used, mistakes to avoid, and how listening to clients shaped his business evolution. This episode also dives into niche business opportunities, client relationship management, and staying relevant in

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00:20:59

Faith and Finances: Navigating Scarcity in Business...

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2025/09/16

In this episode, Phillip and Kent discuss the constant challenges of entrepreneurship, focusing on the stress of making payroll and managing finances. Phillip shares how his faith in God helped him navigate these tough times, recounting a miraculous moment when an unexpected large payment helped meet payroll. They also explore the balance between human stewardship and divine intervention. This episode is a testament to how leaning on Christian faith can guide business pursuits.00:00 The Payroll

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00:25:37

Cultivating The #1 Leadership Quality Every Business...

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2025/09/09

In this episode, Phillip shares the essential leadership qualities he valued most in his business, with deep insights into the importance of cultivating loyalty. Phillip and Kent discuss hiring strategies, evaluating leadership potential, and drawing wisdom from personal and professional experiences. This episode is a must-watch for existing or budding entrepreneurs who seek to blend their Christian faith with their business ventures.00:00 Introduction: The Key Quality for Leaders00:47 Discussing

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