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The Wow Factor

Brad Formsma
Generosity
Leadership
Education
Servant Leadership
Entrepreneurship
Gratitude
Faith
John Ruhlin
Christianity
Soul On Fire
Family Values
Israel
Christian Faith
Resilience
New York City
Hospitality
Giftology
Kris Mauren
Free Enterprise
Acton Institute

Leading with excellence is not something that happens overnight. Join Brad Formsma, best-selling author and a Forbes top-rated leadership speaker, as he dives in to uncover the extraordinary stories of failures and triumphs of other successful leaders in business and beyond. The Wow Factor strives to empower the journey of business leaders through raw conversations and uncovered stories of today's... more

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Derek Coburn is a financial advisor, entrepreneur, and author of Let's Retire Retirement, a book that challenges the traditional idea of retirement and encourages people to think more intentionally about wealth, work, purpose, and the future. Through... more

Jennie Groff is a co-founder and leader behind Stroopies, a purpose-driven business rooted in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, that creates handcrafted stroopwafels while providing meaningful employment opportunities for resettled refugee women. Raised on a ... more

Steve Hochman is a fitness entrepreneur, coach, and international bestselling author of The 3, known for helping thousands achieve lasting fat loss and improved health without restrictive dieting. As the founder of OC Fit Body, a multi-location fitne... more

Mark Batterson is the lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C., and a prolific bestselling author known for his ability to blend faith, leadership, and personal growth into practical, lived-out wisdom. With more than two decades o... more

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Derek Coburn
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Episode: Building Wealth Beyond Retirement | Derek Coburn on Purpose, Planning, and Redefining the Future
Jennie Groff
Co-owner of Lancaster Sweet Shop, Stroopies Inc.
Stroopies Inc.
Episode: From Dairy Farm Roots to Purpose-Driven Business | Jennie Groff on Entrepreneurship, Community, and Impact
Steve Hochman
Author of The Three; founder of OC Fit; fitness, nutrition, and diabetes reversal expert
OC Fit; author of The Three
Episode: From Rock Bottom to Rewriting Health | Steve Hochman on Purpose, Discipline, and Reversing Diabetes
Josh Block
CEO of Block Imaging; author of People Matter at Work
Block Imaging; author
Episode: Josh Block | CEO of Block Imaging and Author of People Matter at Work | Building Cultures Where Team Members Thrive and Everyone Wins
Emerson Eggerichs
Author and Speaker on marriage and family
Love and Respect Ministries
Episode: Dr. Emerson Eggerichs | Author & Speaker | Light Bulb Moments in Marriage and the Path Back to Love and Respect
David McDonald
Owner of Escalante Golf
Escalante Golf
Episode: David McDonald | Owner of Escalante Golf | Entrepreneurship, Stewardship, and Building a Golf Culture Rooted in Service
Sandra Teplinsky
Former Attorney and Author, focused on the Church and Israel's relationship
Episode: Sandra Teplinsky | Former Attorney & Author of Why Still Care About Israel | Scripture, Antisemitism, and God's Heart for Israel
Jordan Raynor
Author, Entrepreneur and Executive Chairman at Threshold 360
Threshold 360
Episode: Jordan Raynor | Author, Entrepreneur & Executive Chairman at Threshold 360 | Why Your Work Matters for Eternity
Tia Newcomer
CEO of CaringBridge
CaringBridge
Episode: Tia Newcomer | CEO of CaringBridge | Leading with Heart in the For-Impact World

Host

Brad Formsma
Host of the show; best-selling author and Forbes-top rated leadership speaker.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 189 ratings
  • Wow is all I can say.

    This podcast has been enormously inspiring to me. I've already enjoyed over 50 episodes and I intend to keep going. It's been influential in imparting lessons on leadership, spirituality, and the virtue of generosity.

    It's such an enlightening platform that I often find myself suggesting it to my friends. Hearing about individuals who live exemplary lives for my family is absolutely thrilling. A big thank you to Brad, not only for your insightful podcast but also for your books. I'm eager for ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    giveextravagantly
    United States3 years ago
  • Entertaining, insightful, and actionable! 🔥

    This podcast is so insightful and I’ve enjoyed every episode I’ve listened to so far! Brad is a very skilled interviewer - he does such a great job of sharing his wisdom, and I love how he leads meaningful conversations with truly engaging individuals that have been where you are and want to see you succeed. Easily one of the most genuine and value-packed podcast for business leaders of any stage!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ASobering
    United States3 years ago
  • worth it

    It is inspiring to hear the stories of all the guests and how they accomplished their goals not only through hard work but by having faith in what they did. Great podcast and great interviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joel Fast
    United States3 years ago
  • Wow

    This podcast is a perfect fit for a striving entrepreneur looking to make a positive impact in this modern business world. Brad Formsma does an exquisite job illustrating significance with many impactful guests on the show. I highly suggest a listen to this outstanding podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rodny Luke
    United States3 years ago
  • An incredibly relevant podcast

    The Wow Factor is one of the most relevant leadership podcasts you can listen to. Through interviews, Brad Formsma does a stellar job of portraying leadership beyond the business world into our daily lives. Highlighting life experience and the challenges that come along with it, the podcast connects with its listeners on a real life level. It also has an element of coherence that I love by highlighting values such as excellence and generosity in every episode. Leadership is influence but it is s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Santi Díaz C.
    United States3 years ago

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Many reviews highlight high-quality conversations, relatable stories, and strong audio production.
Audiences praise the host for insightful, authentic interviewing and practical leadership takeaways.
Some criticism exists from a small subset that prefers purely secular business content, but the positive consensus is strong.
Listeners value the blend of business leadership with generosity and faith-based guidance.

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Josh Block | CEO of Block Imaging and Author of People Matter at Work | Building Cultures Where Team Members Thrive and Everyone Wins
Q: What led you to your current leadership path in Block Imaging?
Josh describes an unexpected transition into the presidency after his father stepped away, emphasizing humility, togetherness, and learning to lead through others rather than individual control.
Dr. Emerson Eggerichs | Author & Speaker | Light Bulb Moments in Marriage and the Path Back to Love and Respect
Q: What sparked the focus on light bulb moments in marriage?
A shift from conventional advice to a more relational, Scripture-based perspective, using real-life stories to show how small reframings can transform long-standing conflicts.
David McDonald | Owner of Escalante Golf | Entrepreneurship, Stewardship, and Building a Golf Culture Rooted in Service
Q: What would be your wow or your word of wisdom for a leader today?
David highlights the importance of thinking bigger and enjoying the journey, as well as teaching stewardship among employees for better business outcomes.
Dick Stricklen: Owner of Motor City Auto | Focusing on Company Culture Rather Than Profits
Q: What is your wow or your word of wisdom for a leader today?
Taking the time to analyze yourself what gives you the biggest heartfelt satisfaction.
Ron Blue | Founder of Kingdom Advisors & Pioneering Christian Financial Planner | Calling, Generosity, and God's Perspective on Money
Q: What would be your word of wisdom for a leader?
The Lord has given me and now He's giving you an opportunity to communicate. All they need, the world needs, is some examples and giving them the freedom to do something that maybe they hadn't thought about.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Wow Factor

What is The Wow Factor about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features conversations with business leaders, authors, founders, and faith-aligned influencers who lead with generosity, purpose, and people-first cultures. Across episodes, the host probes how leaders build strong teams, sustain ethical growth, and scale organizational impact—often through storytelling about tough moments, personal faith, and practical leadership practices. Noteworthy threads include developing a shared culture (the shift from Me to We), prioritizing people over profits, and using leadership as a vehicle for service and community impact. A distinctive element is the integration of business growth with generosity and spiritual or values-based leadership, making it appealing to listeners who want actionable leaders... more

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Recent guests on The Wow Factor include:

1. Derek Coburn
2. Jennie Groff
3. Steve Hochman
4. Josh Block
5. Emerson Eggerichs
6. David McDonald
7. Sandra Teplinsky
8. Jordan Raynor

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