Paul Winkler

Goodlettsville

Host at The Investor Coaching Show with Paul Winkler

President & Founder of Paul Winkler, Inc. Investor Coach, Financial Planning Author, Investment & Financial Radio Talk Show Host, Father & Husband

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Pope Francis on the Economy, Capitalism and the Noble Vocation of Business

2 weeks ago | denvercatholic.org | Paul Winkler

During his pontificate, Pope Francis articulated an economic vision that called for capitalism’s radical transformation to ensure that it focused on serving people rather than “the bottom line.” His teachings offered an uncomfortable challenge, a warning and an invitation to all business leaders — but for Catholic business leaders specifically — to lead with integrity and focus on the human person, uphold ethical responsibility and help shape a world where business serves and lifts up...
A Theology of Work

1 month ago | denvercatholic.org | Paul Winkler

If I were to write a basic Theology of Work, it would be structured simply and directly as we no longer have the same luxury of time for reading or reflection that we might have fifty years ago. The Theology of Work would begin with the mission of the Catholic business leader, rooted in Christ’s two greatest commandments: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself” (Luke 10:27).
Is Your Pursuit of Happiness Making You Miserable?

2 months ago | denvercatholic.org | Paul Winkler

Every decision we’ve ever made, are making now, or will make in the future is driven by our desire to be happy. Understanding this is crucial, as our choices — past, present and future — shape the trajectory of our lives and the businesses we lead. Happiness is so essential in life that Thomas Jefferson enshrined “the pursuit of happiness” in the Declaration of Independence.
How can we grow in love through leadership this Lent?

Feb 21, 2025 | denvercatholic.org | Paul Winkler

In the competitive business world, success is often measured by profit, efficiency and influence. For the Catholic business leader, success must also be defined by how well we love and serve others. We are called to integrate faith and leadership, yet we often fall short of this “both-and” calling. As much as we aspire to lead with integrity and selflessness, our hearts frequently resist. Rather than prioritizing the good of those who interact with our businesses, we are tempted by self-interest.
Attachment Theory, Business Leadership and Workplace Spirituality

Jan 24, 2025 | denvercatholic.org | Paul Winkler

Businesses continually strive to attract top talent, foster innovation and navigate rapid change. Surprisingly, the key to success may lie in an unexpected place: attachment theory. This psychological framework has profound implications for leadership and building a cohesive, high-performing culture. Attachment theory, developed by John Bowlby in the mid-20th century, examines how early relationships with caregivers shape individuals’ emotional and social development.
St. Homobonus, patron of business leaders, pray for us!

Nov 18, 2024 | denvercatholic.org | Paul Winkler

November 13th was the feast day of St. Homobonus, the patron saint of businesspeople, tailors and shoemakers. St. Homobonus was a layperson, and unlike many saints who were priests or monks, he led a simple life as a businessman. By all accounts, he ran a successful business, which he used to support his family and help the less fortunate in Cremona, Italy. He viewed wealth as a means to serve others rather than a way to accumulate personal riches.
Business Leadership is Your Path to Holiness

Oct 18, 2024 | denvercatholic.org | Paul Winkler

The Catechism of the Catholic Church defines charity as “the theological virtue by which we love God above all things for his own sake, and our neighbor as ourselves for the love of God” (1822). You can do this first by following God’s commandments and the precepts of the Catholic Church, as all Catholics striving to perfect their charity do, but also through your duties as a leader in your business.
Reset your daily routine: Secrets to success and holiness

Sep 19, 2024 | denvercatholic.org | Paul Winkler

What was the first thing you thought of when you woke up today? Chances are it wasn’t God, but you were instead instantly flooded with thoughts about the day ahead, about the latest bit of irritating political or economic news, or maybe your first thoughts were about your family. Consider breaking that habit with a better one. Upon waking up, take a moment to thank God for the day ahead. You can pray something like this: “Hello, Lord, you have given me another day to sanctify myself.
Work: fundamental, decisive for making life more human

Aug 23, 2024 | denvercatholic.org | Paul Winkler

Pope St. John Paul II wrote in Laborem Exercens, “It is certainly true that work, as a human issue, is at the very center of the ‘social question’ to which, for almost a hundred years, since the publication of the above-mentioned encyclical (Rerum Novarum), the Church’s teaching and the many undertakings connected with her apostolic mission have been especially directed” (#2).
DEI and Regaining the Dignity of the Human Person

Jul 19, 2024 | denvercatholic.org | Paul Winkler

One of the fruits of Satan’s handiwork is a growing lack of civility between individuals and between entire groups of people. His job has gotten easier since our post-Christian, modern society has pushed God and his church out of the center of society to its outer fringes, along with Christ’s two commands to love God and neighbor.