Description

In this episode of the Catholic Entrepreneur podcast, host Mitch Fisher interviews Patrick Kreckleberg (@offgridding), a self-employed engineer. Patrick shares his journey of starting his own business, Krekeltronics, and how he integrates his passion for music with his work. He also discusses the challenges and benefits of living a nomadic lifestyle with his family. Patrick emphasizes the importance of authenticity in social media and offers advice for Catholic entrepreneurs to pursue their passions and integrate their vocation with their avocation.

Takeaways

• Don't be afraid to integrate your passion with your work as a Catholic entrepreneur.
• Living a nomadic lifestyle can be challenging but also rewarding, especially for families.
• Be authentic on social media and use it as a tool to connect with others.
• Prioritize family and find a healthy balance between work and personal life.
• Follow your calling and pursue what you love, even if it may be different from your hobby.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and New Equipment

01:00 Guest Introduction

04:42 Starting Krakotronics

09:35 Living a Nomadic Lifestyle

14:20 Using Social Media

23:00 Balancing Work, Prayer, and Family

30:10 Advice for Catholic Entrepreneurs

31:51 Where to Find Patrick