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In this episode of the Patio Pondering Podcast, Jim sits down with longtime friend, fellow FarmHouse brother, and ag-industry leader Mark Voors for a conversation that blends leadership, personal growth, faith, and the deep internal work that shapes a meaningful career.

Mark’s path has taken him from FFA State Officer, to roles with John Deere, Monsanto, Cargill, and ultimately to his current position at Beck’s Hybrids. But the titles only scratch the surface. What Mark shares in this conversation is much more personal:

• how coaching—not managing—became his true calling
• what confidence really means in sales and leadership
• how organizations unintentionally limit the people they rely on most
• the moment a painful performance review shifted the entire trajectory of his life
• the difficult but necessary move from head knowledge to heart knowledge in his faith
• why internal reflection is often harder than any job we work in agriculture

This is an episode grounded in honesty and growth. Mark speaks openly about pride, shame, career pivots, spiritual clarity, and the courage it takes to look inward when life demands it.

If you’ve ever wrestled with purpose, leadership, self-worth, or the quiet pull toward something deeper, Mark’s story will meet you right where you are.