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Send us Fan MailJoin Jami and Greg DeBernard on FitBody Lifestyle as they sit down with Nikki and Josef Lagorio to explore the transformative power of therapy in strengthening communication within relationships. This episode offers an honest look at their personal experiences, providing invaluable insights into navigating the search for a therapist, both individually and as a couple. Discover practical strategies for identifying a good therapeutic match, understanding the importance of clinical expertise, and overcoming the initial hesitations often associated with seeking mental health support. Learn why therapy is a proactive step towards a healthier, more empathetic partnership.What You'll Learn:How to effectively use resources like Psychology Today to find a therapist.The importance of a therapist's communication style and background.Why it's okay to try multiple therapists to find the right fit for individual and couples therapy.Strategies for initiating and engaging in couples therapy, even when one partner is hesitant.The benefits of therapy for personal growth, empathy, and relationship resilience.How to overcome the stigma associated with seeking mental health support.Ready to transform your relationships and communication? Tune in for essential advice on finding the right therapeutic support. Empower yourself to build a stronger, more connected life.Nikki Lagorio's philosophy is rooted in the belief that movement is medicine and that true empowerment begins with the body. Her background is remarkably diverse, reflecting her lifelong commitment to physical excellence. Nikki excelled in collegiate club soccer, qualified for state championships in the 800m in track and field, competed as a CrossFit athlete, and became a 53kg USA Olympic Weightlifter, all before earning her IFBB Pro Bikini status. Her purpose was further shaped during nearly a decade in education as a high school teacher and coach, where witnessing her students achieve their goals sparked a deep passion for cultivating self-belief and growth. Today, Nikki channels her educational and athletic expertise into coaching individuals to build a powerful, enduring relationship with themselves through movement and mindful living. She specializes in integrating high-performance athletics with behavioral health, guiding others to develop mental fortitude and unlock their innate capabilities. Nikki is an ideal guest to explore how elite training principles translate into real-world leadership and why self-connection is the foundation of lasting success.http://www.fitbodyfusion.comhttps://www.instagram.com/nikkiagorio_ifbbpro/Nikki Lagorio's philosophy is rooted in the belief that movement is medicine and that true empowerment begins with the body. Her background is remarkably diverse, reflecting her lifelong commitment to physical excellence. Nikki excelled in collegiate club soccer, qualified for state championships in the 800m in track and field, competed as a CrossFit athlete, and became a 53kg USA Olympic Weightlifter, all before earning her IFBB Pro Bikini status. Her purpose was further shaped during nearly a decade in education as a high school teacher and coach, where witnessing her students achieve their goals sparked a deep passion for cultivating self-belief and growth. Today, Nikki channels her educational and athletic expertise into coaching individuals to build a powerful, enduring relationship with themselves through movement and mindful living. She specializes in integrating high-performance athletics with behavioral health, guiding others to develop mental fortitude and unlock their innate capabilities. Nikki is an ideal guest to explore how elite training principles translate into real-world leadership and why self-connection is the foundation of lasting success.http://www.fitbodyfusion.comhttps://www.instagram.com/nikkiagorio_ifbbpro/Welcome to FitBody Lifestyle the podcast hosted by Jami and Greg DeBernard! Join us as we explore the multifaceted world of fitness, health, business, relationships, and the art of leading a well-rounded life. Whether you're pumping iron at the gym, grinding in your entrepreneurial endeavors, or simply striving for balance in your daily routine, you've landed in the right spot.In each episode, we'll embark on enlightening discussions, provide you with actionable tips, and share inspiring stories that touch on every aspect of your journey towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. We'll cover everything from fitness tips to expert guidance on nutrition,  and effective weight loss strategies. Dive deep with us into topics like strength training for both body and mind, fostering cardiovascular health, and discovering the harmony between your daily lifestyle and your personal well-being. We're here to help you unlock your full potential, empowering you to transform your mind, body, and overall life. Connect With Us:https://www.fitbodylifestylepodcast.com/https://www.fitbodyfusion.com/https://www.instagram.com/jamidebernard/https://www.instagram.com/fbf_papa_bear/https:/...

Jones and Keefe were joined by Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle to discuss the upcoming “Tigger Tournament” benefiting Empower, the state of the team, and to decide the draft order for the Jones and Keefe Show fantasy football draft. The guys got back into the Patriots, the Christian Gonzalez extension negotiations, and this year's team captains.

Discover how behavioral science expert Kurt Nelson helps entrepreneurs master mindset, team leadership, and motivation in this insightful episode.What sets thriving entrepreneurs apart? We look into the multifaceted world of entrepreneurial success with Kurt Nelson, PhD, founder of the Lantern Group, podcast co-host, and behavioral science expert.From humble Midwestern beginnings and ice cream shop lessons to advising Fortune 500 companies and solo entrepreneurs alike, Kurt shares eye-opening perspectives on how the right mindset and emotional intelligence drive lasting impact.In this episode, you'll get:Key lessons from Kurt's journey. Why understanding human behavior is essential for business successReal-life stories tackling burnout, uncertainty, and how to reset your entrepreneurial driveThe science of motivation: why non-cash incentives can outperform cash, and how leaders can build high-performing, resilient teamsPractical strategies for developing self-awareness, overcoming limiting behaviors, and building supportive company culturesThe rising importance of emotional intelligence (EQ) in the age of AI and remote workPacked with practical insights for entrepreneurs at every stage, this conversation will help you simplify challenges, improve decision-making, and become a better leader, no matter your business size.This episode is brought to you by PureTax, LLC. Tax preparation services without the pressure. When all you need is to get your tax return done, take the stress out of tax season by working with a firm that has simplified the process and the pricing. Find out more about how we started.Three key takeaways for entrepreneurs and leaders:Human behavior is the heart of business. Whether working with a Fortune 500 or a five-person startup, success depends on understanding how people think, feel, and make decisions. Behavioral science isn't just theory, it's your competitive advantage.Self-awareness unlocks growth. The best leaders don't just manage others, they reflect deeply on their own actions, biases, and communication patterns. Bringing a mirror to your habits may be the most challenging step, but it's the foundation for meaningful change and leadership impact.EQ will set you apart in an AI-powered world. As technology levels the playing field on technical intelligence, emotional intelligence (EQ) becomes the new differentiator. Building trust, connection, and empathy is more critical than ever. Your team and clients can feel the difference.Running a business doesn't have to run your life.Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it's easy to be so busy ‘doing' business that you don't have the right strategy to grow your business.Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for successOur clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.Glenn Harper, CPA, is the Owner and Managing Partner of Harper & Company CPAs Plus, a top 10 Managing Partner in the country (Accounting Today's 2022 MP Elite). His firm won the 2021 Luca Award for Firm of the Year. An entrepreneur and speaker, Glenn transformed his firm into an advisory-focused practice, doubling revenue and profit in two years. He teaches entrepreneurs to build financial and operational excellence, speaks nationwide to CPA firm owners about running their businesses like entrepreneurs, and consults with firms across the country. Glenn enjoys golfing, fishing, hiking, cooking, and spending time with his family.Julie Smith, MBA, is a serial entrepreneur in the public accounting space. She is the Founder of EmpowerCPA™, Founder of PureTax, LLC, COO for Harper & Company CPAs Plus, and Co-host of the Empowering Entrepreneurs podcast. Named CPA.com's 2021 Innovative Practitioner of Year, Julie led Harper & Company's transition to an advisory-focused firm, doubling revenue and profit in two years. She now empowers other CPA firm owners nationwide through consulting and speaking, teaching them how to run their businesses like entrepreneurs. Julie lives in Columbus, OH with her family and enjoys travel, coaching basketball, sporting events, and the occasional shopping spree.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/Copyright 2026 Glenn HarperMentioned in this episode:Brought to you by Harper & Company CPAs PlusRunning a business takes vision, grit… and the right financial partner. At Harper & Company CPAs Plus, we don't just crunch numbers—we empower entrepreneurs. From proactive tax strategy and accounting to business advisory services, our team helps you keep more of what you earn and scale with confidence. Whether you're launching, growing, or preparing for exit, Harper & Company is in your corner with expert guidance built for business owners like you. Visit www.harpercpaplus.com to book a complimentary discovery call today - or call us at 614-456-7222. Brought to you by Harper & Company CPAs Plus

Links: After more than a decade and 1,000+ episodes of sharing real birth stories, The Birth Hour is becoming a book! The Birth Hour: Real Birth Stories to Inform, Inspire, and Empower brings together 41 real birth stories spanning a wide range of experiences, choices, and paths to parenthood. Preorder your copy before October 27 and get $297 in bonuses, including The Birth Hour Conversation Cards, a guided Birth Story Reflection Journal, the private audio series What Thousands of Birth Stories Taught Me, and free access to our six-module pumping and feeding course, Beyond the First Latch. Preorder The Birth Hour + Claim Your Bonuses Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course (use code 100OFF for $100 off) Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Get more episodes and extra perks via Patreon!  Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. See how you can get Motif's Luna or Aura Glow breast pumps covered through insurance at motifmedical.com/birthhour. 

In this episode of What the Fundraising Podcast, What if the reason you're avoiding fundraising outreach isn't because you're bad at fundraising, but because you have a readiness gap? In this solo episode of What the Fundraising, Mallory Erickson breaks down three common fundraising readiness gaps that can quietly stand between you and your next yes: confidence, clarity, and consistency. She shares the behavioral science behind why we avoid outreach, why vague to-do lists create procrastination, and how frantic bursts of fundraising can make relationship-building feel transactional. Most importantly, Mallory gives you one concrete move for each readiness gap that you can put into practice this week. From rewriting the story you tell yourself when a donor doesn't respond to turning vague fundraising tasks into tiny physical actions, these strategies are designed to make fundraising feel more doable—and help you build the muscle memory that creates sustainable momentum. In this episode, you will be able to:  Understand why fundraising avoidance isn't a character flaw, but a potential readiness gap. Recognize how anticipatory anxiety and negative assumptions can affect your fundraising outreach. Reframe donor silence and rejection without turning them into judgments about your worth or competence. Turn vague fundraising to-dos into specific, actionable next physical steps. Use tiny habits to lower the activation energy around fundraising. Build consistency by anchoring small donor touchpoints to routines you already have. Understand why relationship fundraising benefits from consistency rather than frantic bursts of activity. Create simple habits that help you become the fundraiser who never fully goes quiet. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by Donor Perfect. Our friends at Donor Perfect really understand fundraising on so many levels. Stay aligned while working online with a seamless and secure payments experience for your donors and your team. Empower donors to give where they are, whenever they like, automate data entry, and process online, monthly, and mobile payments, and accept payments over the phone. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point.

Episode 349: What would happen if you actually left your flower shop and took the vacation?In this episode, Vonda and Lori sit down with floral industry power couple Jenny and Charles Ingrum (Jenny Ingrum AIFD • PFCI • EMC • AAF • CEJ and Charles Ingrum owner of Dr. Delphinium Dallas, TX) for a conversation about creativity, business, leadership, and building a life beyond the shop.Charles shares how he went from software and numbers to purchasing Dr. Delphinium—and how learning to work on the business instead of in it helped him build a team that doesn't need him to make every decision. From intentional delegation and clear roles to empowering employees to take care of customers without asking permission, he explains what it really takes to create a business that can thrive when the owner isn't in the building.Jenny brings the creative side of the equation, sharing how her career as a floral designer, educator, competitor, and former shop owner has evolved—and how she and Charles have influenced each other's perspectives on both business and design.They also talk about the importance of staying curious, recognizing potential in young designers, stepping back up to the design bench when the team needs you, and why floral professionals can benefit from experiencing both the creative world of AIFD and the business education and community of SAF.And, of course, there's the question every overworked flower shop owner needs to hear:Can you really take the vacation without everything falling apart?Charles and Jenny say yes. Start small. Empower your people. Look at your numbers. Find the slow week.And then?Book the ticket.Because sometimes the best thing you can do for your business—and yourself—is give your team the opportunity to figure it out without you.Sponsored by: Flower CliqueFlower Clique Prep SchoolReal Life Retail Florist

What does it take to make financial education truly meaningful and accessible? In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, Holly Zugay, CFP, AFC, shares her journey from chemistry to financial education and the lessons she's learned working with diverse communities, including low-income families, veterans, homeowners facing foreclosure, and individuals transitioning from incarceration.Holly discusses how shame, stigma, and lack of confidence can create barriers to financial well-being, and why financial professionals need to move beyond the “ivory tower” approach. She shares practical strategies for building trust, creating participant-centered financial education programs, using activities to make financial topics engaging, and measuring success through meaningful behavior change.Holly also breaks down her Building Your Financial House program, including why she takes a long-term approach to financial education, addresses topics beyond budgeting and credit, and helps participants build confidence in their financial decisions.Learn more about AFCPE® and AFC Certification. 

Joey “Devil Doc Talk” Martinez sits down with Lt Col (Ret.) Hunter K. Jones — U.S. Naval Academy graduate, former Air Force OSI federal agent, and Founder & CEO of Jones & Associates.Hunter's path runs from Navy football to some of OSI's hardest missions: felony crime, narcotics, executive protection, counterintelligence, counterespionage, and counterterrorism. He deployed twice as a Special Agent in Charge during Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, served as Global Security Director and Personal Security Advisor to Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. John Jumper, commanded a 24-agent unit at Hill AFB, and later led plans, programs, and policy at U.S. Central Command.After the uniform he carried that standard into Booz Allen Hamilton, Boeing, Penn Medicine's cybersecurity SOC, and national-security business development. He still coaches high school football to teach life lessons and grow future leaders. He and his wife Tara are raising two sons in the same Berwyn, PA neighborhood where he grew up.Together they talk command under pressure, life after the badge, and why Service To Others Above Self still matters when the mission changes.Watch. Like. Share it with someone who served.The Devil Doc Talk Show — hosted by Joey “Devil Doc Talk” Martinez (U.S. Navy Corpsman combat veteran). Entertain & Empower. Produced by ADAX Entertainment (veteran-owned).ALL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/thedevildoctalkshow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedevildoctalkshow Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-devil-doc-talk-show/id810683741 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5RbFbsF6rUd7zX5J2UDf03 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devildoctalk/ X: https://x.com/DevilDocTalk Email: thedevildoctalkshow@gmail.comLIKE if this hit home. COMMENT: What did your next mission look like after service? SUBSCRIBE for more conversations that entertain and empower.#DevilDocTalkShow #HunterJones #OSI #AirForce #NavalAcademy #VeteranPodcast #Leadership #VeteranTransition #ServiceToOthers #ADAXEntertainment© 2026 The Devil Doc Talk Show / ADAX Entertainment. “Service To Others Above Self”

You might be in the right place. You're just not sure it's enough of a place. It doesn't look like much from the outside. Nobody's watching. Nobody's applauding. It's not the position you pictured when you said yes to God. And every time you scroll through someone else's highlight reel, your place feels smaller and smaller. But Christine Caine has a word for anyone who has ever felt overlooked, underplaced, or tempted to leave, and it comes straight from 1 Corinthians 12. In episode four of A Life Unleashed series, Christine Caine opens Paul's body of Christ metaphor and makes the case that where God sets you is never accidental and what you do there is never invisible, no matter how unseen it feels. In this episode, Christine Caine walks through 1 Corinthians 12:12–27 to show that the church is not a platform system where visibility equals significance. It is a body where every ligament, every unseen muscle, every hidden part is indispensable, and where one displaced part causes the whole body to limp. She makes the case that a gift displayed outside the body has no ultimate purpose, that God doesn't need a marketing plan to find you — He goes to the place He assigned you — and that the church today is spiritually limping because too many people have either abandoned their place or are devaluing the place they're in. The takeaway that will anchor you: if you don't embrace your place, you will always feel displaced. And when God sets you in place, you cannot be displaced and you cannot be replaced. ✨ If you've ever asked questions like… ✅ How do I stay faithful in a place that feels small, invisible, or beneath what I feel called to? ✅ Why does it feel like God is using everyone else more than He's using me? ✅ Is it okay to leave where I am for something that looks like a better opportunity? ✅ What if I've been in this season longer than I thought I would be? Does that mean God has forgotten me? ✅ How do I know if I'm in the right place or if I should be somewhere else? ✅ Does what I do behind the scenes actually matter if no one ever sees it? ✅ How do I stop comparing my place to someone else's position? …then this is your episode.

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In this episode of What the Fundraising Podcast, What if music could do more than entertain people? For Mike, concerts have become a way to bring people together and raise money for an important cause: finding better treatments for epilepsy. Mike Gomoll founded Joey's Song, a 100% volunteer organization, following the loss of his son. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, the organization is dedicated to funding research grants aimed at minimizing and ultimately eliminating seizures. Rather than spreading its efforts across awareness campaigns and patient services, Mike has kept the mission deliberately focused on research, making it easier for sponsors, artists, and supporters to understand and champion the cause. Mike explains how Joey's Song uses unique music concerts to raise funds. Well-known artists, including The Bangles, Goo Goo Dolls, and Tears for Fears, come together to perform covers and create a special experience for both musicians and audiences. Moreover, he talks about why artists return every year and shares lessons from ideas that did not work as expected. The conversation also covers taking smart risks, protecting donor money, and being willing to change plans. Mike believes organizations should keep their main purpose clear while listening to their teams, learning from experience, and following new opportunities. In this episode, you will be able to:  - Understand how a clear mission can guide an organization. - Explain how music events can support fundraising. - Identify ways to engage and retain artists. - Understand the value of community building. - Recognize the importance of taking smart risks. - Learn from unsuccessful ideas and mistakes. - Understand how to balance risk and responsibility. - Recognize when an organization needs to adapt. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by Donor Perfect. Our friends at Donor Perfect really understand fundraising on so many levels. Stay aligned while working online with a seamless and secure payments experience for your donors and your team. Empower donors to give where they are, whenever they like, automate data entry, and process online, monthly, and mobile payments, and accept payments over the phone. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point.

God has called each and every one of us to mission, in and through the various vocations we have and the relationships we all have forged.“Mission” is this: We are Sent People. Just as Jesus is the Sent One, now the Father and the Son has sent the Holy Spirit into his people so that we too can be sent ones. All of us—not just the ministry professionals—can encounter God and experience God's power as we are boldly living every aspect of life for Him and for the sake of others.Our guest is Jon Hietbrink. He is the co-author, along with Linson Daniel and Eric Rafferty, of Reviving Mission: Awakening to the Everyday Movement of God (InterVarsity Press, 2024).In this episode, we discuss:* Every believer—not only in ministry occupations as pastors, campus ministers, and missionaries, but also everyone—is in full-time missional work in and through our everyday jobs–businesspeople, teachers, baristas, homemakers, politicians, artists, and scientists. Our “ordinary lives” are the context for amazing mission.* The “Four Es” for living a missional Christian life: Encounter, Explore, Empower, and Establish.* Encounter: As Christians, we believe we encounter a God who is here and moving. But what we believe and what we experience can be very different. Many of us have not encountered God like we see in the Bible. We discuss ways to move away from our cynicism and to seek to encounter God in our everyday lives.* Explore: Since God is with us and God is moving, then God is already at work everywhere we go and he is doing things all around us. We just need to lift up our eyes and become inquisitive as to what's going on. We talk about practical ways to do this. * Empower: In John 16:7, Jesus tells his disciples something pretty shocking: “But very truly I tell you, it is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you.” A quote from the book: “Let that sink in. The Holy Spirit inside of you is better than Jesus next to you.”* Establish: Committing to communal rhythms of transforming habits and habitats. We want to live for Christ in every aspect of our lives, but we get burned out, or we just drift away. We need to be resilient. Establishing habits and enmeshing ourselves in various depths of Christian community helps us be able to keep going in our faith and mission.Scroll down to learn more about Jon Hietbrink.Thanks for listening!If you enjoyed this podcast, please share it with your friends!Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. For further resources on reintegrating all of life with God's mission, go to re-integrate.org.Jon HietbrinkJon Hietbrink serves as a Vice President of Campus Ministry for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, helping to cultivate missional movements on campuses across the country. He's one of the founders of the EveryCampus coalition. Jon earned his MA in Missional Church Movements from Wheaton College. He loves hiking in creation and traveling to new places. He lives in the Midwest with his wife, Stephanie, and their two Gen Z kids. Get full access to Bob Robinson's Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Corner Booth, Chris Tripoli speaks with Carolyn Haeler, founder of Mightylicious, about the realities of developing a packaged food product and bringing it to retail at scale. The conversation follows Hunter's transition from finance into food entrepreneurship after a medical diagnosis forced her to rethink convenience, nutrition, and product quality. Her experience frames the discussion around why successful food products are rarely accidental. The episode explores the full lifecycle of retail product development, from in‑home prototype development and recipe iteration to securing early store placements and navigating buyer conversations. Rather than focusing on branding alone, the discussion emphasizes product validation in grocery retail, including why tasting, repetition, and consistent quality matter more than perfect packaging early on. The challenges of working with distributors, managing manufacturer relationships, and preparing for regional versus national rollout are addressed with practical tips provided. The conversation also dives into the financial realities behind scaling packaged food brands, including slotting fees, free fill requirements, marketing costs, and cash flow gaps. Hunter explains why retail growth often outpaces profitability in the short term and how operators must plan for capital needs before expansion. For restaurant owners considering packaged products as a brand extension, the episode provides a grounded look at decision points, risks, and misconceptions that can derail otherwise strong ideas. Empower your managers to understand the latest regulatory requirements by getting ServSafe trained. Learn More. RestaurantOwner.com members receive a special discount when signing up through the RestaurantOwner Marketplace.

Most people are going to read your life long before they ever read the Bible. That means you are already a letter. The only question is whether the writing is legible — whether the people in your world can actually make out the message, or whether what they're reading in your life doesn't match what you say you believe. In episode 3 of the A Life Unleashed series, Christine Caine opens 2 Corinthians 3:1–3 and unpacks one of the most quietly confronting images Paul ever gave the church: you are a living letter, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, known and read by everyone. In this episode, Christine Caine shows that the question of Christian witness is not primarily about what we say. It's about what our lives communicate when no one is asking. She takes us into the context of Paul's defense of his apostolic authority to the Corinthian church, where his letter of recommendation wasn't a document but a community of people whose changed lives were the proof of the gospel. She makes the case that the same is true for us: every believer is a living letter sent into a specific sphere of influence (an office, a school, a street, a sports team) and we may be the only letter Jesus has sent to that exact place. Christine is honest about what makes a letter illegible and what it looks like to be deliberately, consistently readable in a world that is watching. The takeaway that will stay with you: a Christian is a walking memo from God to a lost world, so let's make sure what we're communicating is the good news of the hope of Jesus. ✨ If you've ever asked questions like… ✅ Does how I live as a Christian actually matter to people who don't believe? ✅ How do I share my faith when my actions haven't always matched my words? ✅ What does it mean to be a witness? Is that just for pastors and leaders? ✅ Why does it feel like people expect more from Christians than from anyone else? ✅ How do I live out my faith consistently when life is messy and I keep falling short? ✅ What does it look like to be sent by God into my specific context — work, family, school? ✅ How do I make Jesus visible to people who would never walk into a church? …then this is your episode.

TRN Podcast host Nick Estes in conversation witih Alex Reid. Alex is a comedian and unpublished writer from the Heiltsuk and Nisga'a nations in Northern B.C.  His free educationals, writing, videos and podcast features can be found in this document.    Watch the livestream edition on the Red Nation Podcast YouTube channel https://youtube.com/live/_YHrLiVrbgw?feature=share Follow Nick on Substack https://nickestes.substack.com   Empower our work:  GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/empower-red-medias-indigenous-content  Subscribe to The Red Nation Newsletter:  https://www.therednation.org/   Patreon   https://www.patreon.com/redmediapr

Part 3 of Holy Spirit

Church isn't something we consume, it's a family where we help one another follow Jesus by engaging the lost, equipping the saints, and empowering members for service. JP challenges us to pursue those far from Jesus, grow in spiritual maturity, and use our God-given gifts to serve His Church.At Harris Creek we ENGAGE the lostAt Harris Creek we EQUIP the SaintsAt Harris Creek we EMPOWER members for serviceLife Group Discussion:JP said we are representatives of the Truth. How does the way you live either point people toward or away from Jesus?What is the difference between simply knowing more about God and actually becoming more like Jesus?How does viewing church as a place where we do ministry through people, not just to people change the way you think about being part of the Church?

Church isn't something we consume, it's a family where we help one another follow Jesus by engaging the lost, equipping the saints, and empowering members for service. JP challenges us to pursue those far from Jesus, grow in spiritual maturity, and use our God-given gifts to serve His Church.At Harris Creek we ENGAGE the lostAt Harris Creek we EQUIP the SaintsAt Harris Creek we EMPOWER members for serviceLife Group Discussion:JP said we are representatives of the Truth. How does the way you live either point people toward or away from Jesus?What is the difference between simply knowing more about God and actually becoming more like Jesus?How does viewing church as a place where we do ministry through people, not just to people change the way you think about being part of the Church?

Part 3 of Holy Spirit

This Sunday, Pastor Emmanuel reminded us that it's not about what we can accomplish on our own, but what the Holy Spirit can do through surrendered hearts. Give God your yes and watch Him do what only He can do. Don't miss this message!

Today, I'm joined by Janine Stratford, recipient of the 2024 Most Influential Educator Award. Janine's work brings together evidence-informed practice, personalised coaching and a deep understanding of professional growth. Through her thoughtful approach, she has supported educators and leaders to strengthen their capabilities, navigate career development and achieve meaningful goals. Janine is committed to creating inclusive learning environments where people feel supported, challenged and equipped to grow. Her influence reaches beyond individual coaching. She continues to develop leadership capacity, strengthen professional communities and contribute to better outcomes for educators and students. It is a pleasure to welcome Janine Stratford to The Art of Teaching podcast

Tune in to this week's Tea & Consciousness session, where natural healing, holistic wellness, and the mysteries of consciousness take center stage. Discover practical insights and transformative approaches to nurturing your health and expanding your awareness.

What if the biggest obstacle to building lasting wealth isn't a lack of money, but meeting people who make it possible? In this episode, Peter Skaggs, Founder of Investor Lighthouse and Innovative Mortgage Alliance, shares how decades in real estate investing taught him that financial freedom isn't built through luck or chasing trends. It's built through education, disciplined action, and relationships with people who challenge you to think differently. From learning hard lessons early in his career to helping busy professionals build wealth through strategic real estate investing, Peter explains why the best investors focus on long-term thinking, continuous learning, and surrounding themselves with the right mentors. Throughout the conversation, he reveals how one relationship after another helped shape his philosophy of investing, leadership, and serving others.   [00:03:41] What He Does and Who He Serves Founder of Investor Lighthouse and Innovative Mortgage Alliance Helps busy professionals create long-term wealth through real estate investing Focuses on education before investment decisions Empowers investors to build confidence instead of depending on others [00:05:18] Why Financial Education Matters Believes financial literacy creates freedom and confidence Encourages investors to understand every investment they make Explains why knowledge reduces fear during uncertain markets Teaches people to think like long-term investors instead of speculators [00:08:42] Lessons From His Early Investing Journey Learned that success rarely happens overnight Experienced setbacks that became valuable learning opportunities Developed a disciplined investment approach through experience Realized patience consistently outperforms emotional decision-making [00:12:15] The Biggest Mistakes Investors Make Chasing quick profits instead of building lasting wealth Relying entirely on advisors without understanding the investment Allowing fear and emotion to dictate financial decisions Ignoring the value of long-term planning and consistency [00:16:47] Building Wealth One Decision at a Time Small, consistent decisions create significant long-term results Every investment should align with personal financial goals Wealth comes from disciplined habits more than perfect timing Focuses on sustainable growth rather than shortcuts [00:20:54] The Relationship That Changed Everything Credits key mentors with expanding his perspective on investing Learned the value of asking better questions before making decisions Relationships opened doors that knowledge alone could not Continues investing in meaningful connections throughout his career [00:25:10] Why Mentorship Accelerates Growth Great mentors help shorten the learning curve They provide wisdom gained through real experience Accountability often matters as much as information Success becomes more predictable when learning from those who've gone before [00:29:36] Serving Before Selling Believes trust must always come before transactions Education creates stronger client relationships Long-term success comes from putting clients' interests first Strong relationships naturally generate referrals and opportunities [00:33:48] Creating Financial Freedom Financial freedom begins with intentional planning Investing should support the life you want to build Wealth provides choices rather than simply accumulating assets Every financial decision should move you closer to independence [00:38:22] The Legacy That Matters Most Helping others achieve financial confidence is deeply rewarding Success is measured by lives impacted, not just dollars earned Building relationships creates influence that lasts beyond business The greatest return on investment is seeing others succeed   KEY QUOTES "Real wealth isn't created by chasing the next opportunity. It's created by making disciplined decisions consistently over time, even when those decisions aren't exciting." - Peter Skaggs "The relationships you build throughout your life will often determine the opportunities that come your way. Knowledge is important, but relationships open doors that knowledge alone never will." - Peter Skaggs "Financial freedom isn't really about money. It's about having the ability to make decisions based on your values instead of your circumstances. That's the kind of wealth worth building." - Peter Skaggs CONNECT WITH PETER SKAGGS Website: https://investorlighthouse.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-skaggs   Thanks for tuning in! If you liked my show, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe! Find me on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeart Radio | Stitcher

Inspire, Empower & Educate with Loz Antonenko (@lozantonenko) where they share their biggest lessons learned and words of wisdom from losing a loved one to re building her life, even with chronic health conditions!   Find out more about them at Website: https://lozlife.com/ Website: https://lozlife.com/get-your-mojo-back Join the FREE Facebook group for The Michael Brian Show at https://www.facebook.com/groups/themichaelbrianshow   Follow Mike on Facebook Instagram & X  

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What if becoming a better leader starts with letting go of who you think you should be? Meet Rebecca Blume, the Vice Chancellor for Advancement at the University of Washington Bothell. She has 22 years of fundraising experience and has worked with organizations including Fair Start and the YWCA in downtown Seattle.  To start the conversation, Rebecca shares how her experiences helped her become more confident and comfortable with her leadership style. She discusses viewing life as seasons rather than chasing perfect balance, using a pendulum to shift attention toward what matters most.  Moreover, Rebecca shares a powerful exercise for challenging limiting beliefs and explains how letting go of the need for total control can strengthen trust within a team. The discussion also touches on people-pleasing, healthy boundaries, holding space for difficult emotions, and responding rather than reacting. Finally, Rebecca encourages leaders to intentionally shape workplace culture and make small, daily shifts toward authenticity, connection, and trust. In this episode, you will be able to:  Lead more authentically by being comfortable with who you are. Manage different life priorities by thinking in seasons. Identify limiting beliefs that may affect your leadership. Let go of unnecessary control and build trust within your team. Set healthy boundaries without feeling guilty. Handle difficult emotions without reacting defensively. Communicate clearly during challenging situations. Create a positive workplace culture that reflects your values. Reduce people-pleasing habits and focus on what truly matters. Make small daily changes to become a more confident and authentic leader. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by Donor Perfect. Our friends at Donor Perfect really understand fundraising on so many levels. Stay aligned while working online with a seamless and secure payments experience for your donors and your team. Empower donors to give where they are, whenever they like, automate data entry, and process online, monthly, and mobile payments, and accept payments over the phone. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point

In this episode of the Good Leadership Podcast, Paul Batz sits down with Patience Ferguson, Chief Human Resources Officer of Ramsey County and recipient of the inaugural Empower HR Award. Patience shares her remarkable leadership journey and reflects on how mentors, community, and a commitment to service shaped her career in human resources. Listeners will gain insight into the evolving role of HR leaders as strategic business partners who help organizations navigate uncertainty, strengthen culture, and drive meaningful results. The conversation also explores why recognizing and celebrating HR professionals is more important than ever, especially as organizations face complex workforce challenges. You'll walk away with valuable lessons on leadership, mentorship, employee empowerment, and the power of using your influence to help others thrive.

Welcome to the 9Innings Podcast where we Educate, Empower and Engage. In this episode of Facts of Our Feelings, tKevin breaks down key differences between tax professionals-CPAs, Enrolled Agents (EAs), and PTIN holders. We clarify that not all CPAs specialize in taxes, while EAs are federally authorized specifically for taxation and IRS representation. PTIN holders can prepare returns but lack equivalent credentials or representation rights. The episode also distinguishes tax preparation (backward-looking) from tax planning (forward-looking), emphasizing that many preparers don't offer proactive planning. Listeners are encouraged to ask the right questions when hiring a tax professional based on their individual financial complexity. Understanding the CPA (Certified Public Accountant)- (00:01:39) The Enrolled Agent (EA) Designation- (00:04:37) Representation Rights of CPAs and EAs- (00:06:09) The PTIN (Preparer Tax Identification Number) Holder (00:07:41) Tax Planning vs. Tax Preparation (00:09:05) Who Should You Hire? (00:10:17) Key Questions to Ask Your Tax Professional (00:11:33) NEWSLETTER (WHAT NOW): https://substack.com/@9icapital?r=2eig6s&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page Follow Us: youtube: / @9icap Linkedin: / kevin-thompson-ricp%c2%ae-cfp%c2%ae-74964428 facebook: / mlb2cfp Buy MLB2CFP Here: https://www.amazon.com/MLB-CFP%C2%AE-90-Feet-Counting-ebook/dp/B0BLJPYNS4 Website: http://www.9icapitalgroup.com Hit the subscribe button to get new content notifications. Corrections: Editing by http://SwoleNerdProductions.com Disclosure: https://sites.google.com/view/9idisclosure/disclosure

You got a brand new identity in Christ. But are you still wearing the old clothes? Most of us know that something changed when we came to faith. What we're less sure about is what that means for how we actually live — what we put on, what we take off, and what we've let quietly stay in the closet because it still fits a little too comfortably. In episode two of our series A Life Unleashed, Christine Caine opens Colossians 3 and does what Paul does: gets practical. In this episode, Christine Caine uses the extended metaphor of a spiritual wardrobe to unpack one of the most practical passages in the New Testament. Since we have been raised with Christ, Paul says, there are clothes we used to wear that simply should not fit us anymore, and there is a brand new wardrobe hanging in the closet that most of us haven't fully tried on yet.  Christine is honest about what her old wardrobe looked like before Christ and what it meant to discover that those clothes were slowly destroying her life. She makes the case that getting dressed spiritually doesn't happen by accident any more than getting dressed physically does. It takes intentionality, daily decision, and a clear sense of who you are representing. The takeaway that will stay with you: the sin you won't kill will end up killing something else (your relationships, your peace, your witness) and through the power of the Holy Spirit, you have the agency to choose differently every single day. ✨ If you've ever asked questions like… ✅ I'm a Christian but I still struggle with the same things, is something wrong with me? ✅ How do I actually change my behavior? Is it willpower, or is there something deeper going on? ✅ What does it mean to put off the old self and put on the new self — practically? ✅ Why does setting my mind on things above actually matter for how I live down here? ✅ How do I stop being complacent about the things in my life that I know aren't right? ✅ Does how I live as a Christian actually affect people around me who don't believe? ✅ What does God's wardrobe for me actually look like, and how do I start wearing it? …then this is your episode.

What if the power to become your most triumphant self was already within you, two inches below your navel? On this week's episode of Love University, we continue our journey into LoveQ, your supreme Love Intelligence, by exploring the Hara, your center of authentic self-love and inner power. In Eastern philosophy and martial arts, the Hara is the center point approximately two inches below your navel that represents your inner balance and intuitive power. When you live from your Hara, you trust your inner truth and focus your energy on what matters most to you. Here are three ways the Hara can magnify your LoveQ and help you achieve your dreams: Unmask Inauthenticity and Become Your True Self Inauthenticity occurs when you abandon your real nature to please or impress others. You may laugh at jokes you don't find funny, pursue relationships that don't suit you, or remain in work that leaves you unfulfilled. Over time, living behind a mask diminishes your self-regard and separates you from your genuine desires. The Hara brings you back to your authentic center. As you become grounded in who you really are, you trust your values and intuition, while directing your life toward the people and pursuits that harmonize with your true nature. Defeat Inaction With One-Point Focus Inaction can appear as procrastination and lethargy, but it can also disguise itself as frantic activity. You stay incredibly busy while making little progress toward the goals you truly care about. Hara-centered living concentrates your attention on what is most important. Like a martial artist who focuses beyond the board they are about to break, you look beyond the obstacle and direct your energy toward your desired outcome. This one-point focus strengthens your ability to take meaningful action and remain steady when difficulties arise. Activate Your Hara Breakthrough Power The Hara helps you break through the mental barriers that once made your goals seem impossible. Instead of allowing fear or self-doubt to become the center of your attention, you concentrate on the life you truly want to create. You see yourself enjoying the loving relationship, fulfilling work, good health, or personal achievement you desire and direct your energy toward making it real. As your Hara becomes stronger, you discover that many of the limits you once accepted were created by your own inaccurate perceptions. Now your authentic self emerges with greater confidence and you gain the power to give more love to yourself and others. Remember: Your Hara is your Invincible Core. Live from it and become the triumphant person you were meant to be. For more self-wisdom, make sure you pick up a copy of Invincible You on Amazon at https://tinyurl.com/3y3szh27

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Episode 111 - Thao Nguyen, Founder and CEO of EQUAL CARE, uses AI-powered precision medicine to close the gender health gap. Patrick Owor Ikongha empowers Africa's next generation through technology, innovation and education.Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

Pastor JD provides four specific ways from the text that speak to the truth of how Jesus enables us and empowers us to do that which He's calling us to do.

The Government Contracting Playbook: Leveraging Military Logistics, AI Solutions, and Public Sector Procurement with Kamar PerkinsIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Kamar Perkins, an Army National Guard veteran and the Founder and President of Protech Consulting Group, to unpack the operational strategies required for small businesses and veteran founders to scale within the federal marketplace. Kamar, a former quartermaster officer and seasoned public sector growth architect, details how military leadership principles translate directly into technical entrepreneurship and government procurement execution. This conversation provides an essential, practical guide for B2B founders, defense contractors, and technology leaders looking to leverage artificial intelligence, navigate agile procurement shifts, secure set-aside certifications, and establish high-trust relationships across government agencies.The Public Sector Growth Architecture: Harnessing Military Operations, AI Tech, and Agile ProcurementThe primary obstacle preventing emerging technology firms from breaking into federal, state, and local government contracting is navigating the dense compliance mandates of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while building verifiable past performance. Kamar Perkins explains that military veterans possess a distinct competitive advantage in this sector because core service roles—particularly logistics, supply chain management, and tactical leadership—mirror the complex resource allocation required for high-stakes government projects. Rather than attempting to secure multi-million-dollar prime contracts immediately, small businesses must adopt a phased approach: partnering as subcontractors with established prime vendors, tapping into Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or 8(a) set-asides, and building a proven track record of execution.Scaling a specialized tech consultancy in the public sector demands delivering high-demand, future-proof software capabilities like artificial intelligence and machine learning tailored to specific agency missions. Because federal decision-makers prioritize data security, system scalability, and ongoing serviceability, technology providers must build robust documentation and clear upgrade paths into every solution. As federal procurement trends shift toward agile acquisition frameworks—which favor iterative project delivery and faster timelines—small firms must position themselves as agile innovation partners. Coupling technical capability with staff who understand public sector culture enables boutique firms to win competitive proposals and deliver measurable operational impact for agency clients.Furthermore, driving long-term enterprise growth across both commercial and government markets requires business leaders to replace transactional cold pitches with intentional, relationship-driven networking. Actively engaging agency contacts, participating in industry trade groups, and sharing authoritative thought leadership across digital channels builds institutional trust long before an official Request for Proposal (RFP) is issued. Maximizing visibility through executive media opportunities, maintaining complete press kits, and consistently following up with strategic partners transforms simple introductions into long-term sub-contracting and prime opportunities. When military operational discipline, cutting-edge AI delivery, and proactive relationship building are synthesized into a single business architecture, small enterprises successfully eliminate procurement friction, protect profit margins, and predictably expand enterprise valuation.About Kamar PerkinsKamar Perkins is the Founder and President of Protech Consulting Group, an Army National Guard veteran, and an expert consultant in federal government contracting and technology implementation. Drawing from a rich background as an Army quartermaster officer specializing in logistics and tactical operations, Kamar guides small business owners and veteran entrepreneurs through public sector procurement. He is a recognized thought leader focused on helping technology firms deploy artificial intelligence, build strategic agency relationships, and navigate government acquisition frameworks.About Protech Consulting GroupProtech Consulting Group is an elite technology advisory firm and government contracting consultancy engineered to help public sector agencies and commercial enterprises deploy advanced software solutions. The firm specializes in delivering custom AI and machine learning platforms, data analytics optimization, agile IT project management, and small business government contracting advisory services. Through specialized procurement guidance and technical execution, Protech Consulting Group enables organizations to navigate complex regulatory environments, eliminate operational bottlenecks, and achieve sustainable growth.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeProtech Consulting Group Official Website: protechconsultinggroup.comKamar Perkins on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kamardperkinsKey Episode HighlightsTranslating Military Logistics into Business Value: How quartermaster and NCO leadership experience provides a foundation for complex project management and operations.Deploying AI Solutions for Federal Agencies: Developing scalable machine learning and data analytics platforms tailored to public sector procurement mandates.Navigating Agile Government Procurement: Strategies for small businesses to start as subcontractors, leverage veteran set-asides, and build past performance.Strategic B2G Relationship Architecture: Building long-term trust with agency decision-makers and prime contractors prior to RFP releases.Executive Media Optimization: Preparing press kits and leveraging podcast appearances to amplify brand authority and attract high-value partners.ConclusionThe conversation with Kamar Perkins underscores that achieving lasting success in government contracting requires a deliberate synthesis of military-grade operational discipline, specialized technical expertise, and persistent relationship building. By standardizing internal compliance protocols, focusing on high-demand tech capabilities like AI, and leveraging strategic network connections, business leaders can transform an emerging contracting firm into a highly structured, self-sustaining enterprise.More from The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

Dan Ives of Yorkville Ives & Co. breaks down the renewed tech rally and what could keep it going. John San Marco of Neuberger Berman previews retail earnings. Marta Norton, Chief Investment Strategist at Empower, assesses the broader rally and what investors should watch as stocks continue setting records. AeroVironment Chairman and CEO Wahid Nawabi discusses new drone tariffs and what they could mean for the defense industry and domestic manufacturing. Former White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney examines mounting pressure on prediction markets and the regulatory risks facing the industry. Joe Mazzola of Charles Schwab breaks down retail investor behavior and reveals where individual investors are putting money to work and which major tech names they are selling. Plus, our Robert Frank reports live from Pebble Beach on a dramatic generational shift in classic cars as younger collectors abandon traditional “boomer cars” for supercars from the 1990s and 2000s, raising new questions about a potential bubble. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the 2026 election season, the Election Engagement Action Team is focused on helping CCL volunteers take meaningful, nonpartisan action—connecting with candidates, supporting voter turnout, and strengthening grassroots engagement. Join this training to explore the three key areas that the team supports CCL volunteers and chapters stay engaged in meaningful action. Build relationships with candidates across the aisle. Engage early in primary and general election cycles to understand candidates' priorities, share CCL's approach, and lay the groundwork for future congressional relationships. Support voter turnout through trusted partners. Collaborate with groups like the Environmental Voter Project to help mobilize climate-concerned voters through phone banking and other outreach opportunities. Activate grassroots engagement through CCL-led efforts Empower volunteers to participate in nonpartisan activities like postcarding, voter research parties, and community outreach that strengthen civic participation and build political will for climate solutions. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (3:20) Why is CCL Engaging?  (8:00) Actions We're Taking (10:30) Public Voter Outreach (16:35) Getting CCLers to Vote (27:11) Candidate Engagement Presentation Slides: http://cclusa.org/election-engagement-slides   Log Your Attendance: https://community.citizensclimate.org/log_training?sf_id=a5yUP000000IDTRYA4   Election Engagement Action Team: https://cclusa.org/eeat 

Inspire, Empower & Educate with Jody Bell (@beingyourpotential) where they share their biggest lessons learned and words of wisdom from being a Churchill fellow in 2025!   Find out more about them at Fellow Website: churchilltrust.com.au/qld/fellow/jody-bell-qld-2025 Website: https://beingyourpotential.subscribepage.io/ Join the FREE Facebook group for The Michael Brian Show at https://www.facebook.com/groups/themichaelbrianshow   Follow Mike on Facebook Instagram & X

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In this episode of What the Fundraising Podcast, Capital campaigns don't succeed by luck; they succeed through preparation, education, and strong leadership. Today, let's discover why empowering board members with the right knowledge can transform uncertainty into confidence and lay the foundation for a successful fundraising campaign. Meet Amy Eisenstein, CEO and Co-Founder of Capital Campaign Pro, who brings over 30 years of nonprofit experience, including two decades as a fundraising consultant. She is joined by Sarah Plimpton, Vice President and Chief Happiness Officer at Capital Campaign Pro, whose extensive background spans fundraising, campaign leadership, consulting, and nonprofit advisory work. Together, they share practical insights from their experience helping organizations raise transformational gifts and explain the inspiration behind their book, A Board Member's Guide to Capital Campaign Fundraising. Today's discussion explores why board education is essential, when organizations should begin preparing for a campaign, and how the book can be used as an ongoing resource throughout the fundraising journey. Amy and Sarah explain how stronger partnerships between staff and board members lead to better campaign outcomes, why challenges should be viewed as opportunities for growth, and how redefining feasibility studies as "campaign readiness studies" creates a more strategic, relationship-driven approach. They also share actionable recommendations on strategic planning, organizational readiness, and building the confidence needed to execute successful capital campaigns.  In this episode, you will be able to:  Understand the role of board education in campaigns. Learn when to start campaign preparation. Build board confidence and fundraising knowledge. Address common campaign fears and myths. Strengthen staff-board collaboration. Align campaigns with strategic goals. Small changes can lead to significant cultural shifts over time. Agency in giving is crucial for fostering genuine generosity. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by Donor Perfect. Our friends at Donor Perfect really understand fundraising on so many levels. Stay aligned while working online with a seamless and secure payments experience for your donors and your team. Empower donors to give where they are, whenever they like, automate data entry, and process online, monthly, and mobile payments, and accept payments over the phone. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point.

What happens when the mission changes, but the drive to keep moving forward remains?Combat Vet Vision welcomes Giovanni Perez, a retired U.S. Army combat engineer, wounded veteran, adaptive motorcycle and off-road competitor, and veteran advocate whose post-service journey has taken him from Afghanistan to some of the toughest terrain in off-road racing.Giovanni lost his left arm while serving with the Army in Afghanistan. After returning home, motorcycles became more than recreation. Through adaptation, determination and the veteran community, riding became another place to find challenge, camaraderie and purpose.Giovanni has competed in desert and off-road events including the Baja 500, Baja 1000 and Vegas to Reno. His adaptive riding includes motorcycle modifications that allow him to ride with a prosthetic left arm. In the 2018 Baja 1000, he was part of a six-rider team that officially finished the legendary event.His story also extends beyond racing. Giovanni has been connected with the Warrior Built Foundation, an organization serving combat veterans and wounded service members through vocational and recreational opportunities, including fabrication, mechanics and off-road racing. He has also participated in Wounded Warrior Project advocacy activities supporting issues affecting post-9/11 veterans.In this episode, we explore:• How the combat-engineer mindset can translate into adapting to life after a major injury• The transition from military service to finding a new mission• Returning to motorcycles after losing his left arm• Adaptive riding and the challenge of desert and off-road competition• The role of camaraderie, machines and racing in rebuilding purpose• Why continuing to serve and advocate for other veterans mattersThis conversation is not simply about overcoming an injury. It is about adaptation, teamwork and discovering that purpose can take a different form when the original mission changes.GuestGiovanni PerezRetired U.S. Army Combat EngineerWounded Veteran | Adaptive Motorcycle & Off-Road Competitor | Veteran AdvocateGuest LinksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/giovanni.perez.353803LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giovanni-perez-54847797Instagram (@oggio31): https://www.instagram.com/oggio31/Warrior Built Foundation: https://www.warriorbuilt.org/Featured ResourceDrive On, Echo Bravo ProductionsA documentary project following combat veterans competing in the Baja 1000.https://echobravoproductions.com/drive-onCrisis SupportIf you or a veteran you know is in crisis, contact the Veterans Crisis Line. Dial 988, then press 1, or text 838255.Call to ActionListen, share this episode with a veteran or military family who needs to hear it, and connect with organizations creating new opportunities for veterans after service.Combat Vet Vision's mission is simple: Educate, Empower, Elevate.LinksCo-HostAaron Q. SeibertLinktree - https://linktr.ee/aqseibertFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/aqseibertEmail - aqseibert@yahoo.comCo-HostChef James L. “JB” Brown, AACVeterans Transition Resource Centerhttps://vtrc.usPRODUCERBrian ColburnLinktree - https://linktr.ee/Bcolburn

One word. Spoken once. And it changed everything for all of eternity. When Jesus bowed his head on the cross and said, "It is finished," he wasn't admitting defeat. He was shouting victory. In the original Greek, it is a single word — tetelestai — a business term meaning "all is completed, paid in full." Written at the bottom of a debt. Stamped across a record of what was owed. And at Calvary, Jesus wrote it across yours. In the first episode of our podcast series A Life Unleashed: Living Fully in the Purpose God Designed You For, Christine Caine takes us to John 19:28–30 and unpacks the three things that were completed at the cross and why all three have direct bearing on who you are and how you live right now. ✨ If you've ever asked questions like… ✅ I know Jesus died for sins, but does that actually cover everything I've done or had done to me? ✅ Why do I still feel shame and condemnation even after I've been forgiven? ✅ How do I stop feeling like I need to earn God's love or prove myself to Him? ✅ Can God really redeem a family history like mine — abuse, addiction, abandonment? ✅ I feel too far gone. Is there actually hope for someone like me? ✅ What does the finished work of the cross actually mean for my everyday life? ✅ How do I let what Jesus did become bigger than what people did to me? …then this is your episode.

Pastor JD provides four specific ways from the text that speak to the truth of how Jesus enables us and empowers us to do that which He's calling us to do.Social MediaApple App Store: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/appGoogle Play: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/appAmazon Appstore: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/appRoku Channel Store: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/appProphecy Website: http://jdfarag.orgChurch Website: http://www.calvarychapelkaneohe.com/X: https://x.com/JDFaragFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JDFarag/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JDFarag/

Episode 110 - Nina Haffer explores gender, health data and the future of medicine, while Ibrahim Hammouda reveals how powerful storytelling in Arabic TV drama bridges generations, cultures and family life.Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

After a week of executive coaching tools, reflections, and strategies, Mallory closes out this series with one of the most important foundations of sustainable growth: consciousness. In this episode of What The Fundraising, Mallory explores how increasing awareness of our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors can help fundraisers move from stress-based reactions into more intentional, empowered action. Many fundraisers spend their days in response mode—reacting to challenges, uncertainty, donor behavior, and endless priorities. Mallory shares how executive coaching helps create more space between what happens and how we respond, allowing us to make decisions from a place of clarity instead of fear, stress, or automatic patterns. Listeners will learn how to build daily and weekly consciousness practices, give themselves grace while changing old habits, and embrace growth without perfectionism. This episode is a reminder that transformation does not require a complete overhaul—it happens one degree at a time. In this episode, you will be able to: Understand the role consciousness plays in fundraising success. Recognize when you are operating from stress responses. Create habits that increase awareness and intentionality. Shift from reactive fundraising to proactive decision-making. Practice self-compassion while building new skills. Move away from perfectionism in your growth journey. Use curiosity instead of criticism when reflecting on your actions. Embrace small, consistent changes that create lasting transformation. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by Donor Perfect. Our friends at Donor Perfect really understand fundraising on so many levels. Stay aligned while working online with a seamless and secure payments experience for your donors and your team. Empower donors to give where they are, whenever they like, automate data entry, and process online, monthly, and mobile payments, and accept payments over the phone. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point.

Being an adult is hard, and nobody is ever truly independent. In this episode, my wife and I talk about spending 30 days in Honolulu with my parents and what it's like to slowly shift from being cared for to being the caretaker. We also get into a bizarre encounter with two park rangers on an empty public tennis court while I was teaching my own kids, and a discussion about what a real adult actually is when a 37-year-old still depends on her father for money. Three generations, one uncomfortable question about who takes care of who. We also touch on how hard it was to spend our Summer YOLO Fund. The full accounting comes in tomorrow's post. Related posts: Real Adults Are Not Financially Dependent On Their Parents (But That's OK): https://www.financialsamurai.com/real-adults-are-not-financially-dependent-on-parents/    How Much A Family Needs To Earn To Live Comfortably By City: SF #1!: https://www.financialsamurai.com/how-much-a-family-needs-to-earn-to-live-comfortably-by-city-sf-1/   You'll Never Be Free From The Government: Introducing The Leash Ratio: https://www.financialsamurai.com/leash-ratio/    A Tax Identification System For Determining Your Level Of Freedom: https://www.financialsamurai.com/backwards-tax-identification-system/ Podcast Support If you enjoyed this podcast, please rate, review, and share. Every review means a lot, as each episode takes hours to produce. And if you want to achieve financial freedom sooner, sign up for the free weekly Financial Samurai newsletter at https://www.financialsamurai.com/news. You can sign up for ProjectionLab or Empower to help you better manage your finances, for free. I use both and they are long-time affiliates of Financial Samurai. 

Nobody told you the process would take this long. You said yes. You showed up. You stayed faithful. And still, nothing looks the way you thought it would by now. If that's where you are, Christine Caine has a word for you from the life of David and from her own story: God has not forgotten you. He is preparing you for the thing He has already prepared for you. In the final episode of our summer series, Christine Caine ends with the message most of us need to hear before we can truly step into the destiny God has in store for us: the process is not the problem. The process is the point. In this episode, Christine Caine weaves together the story of David's journey from shepherd boy to king with her own — from the Bible college dean who told her she would never speak publicly, to cleaning a broom closet alone on a church volunteer day, to being handed a pager and asked to start a youth center, to speaking to government advisors and filling arenas. None of it looked like a straight line. None of it moved as fast as she wanted. And all of it was preparation. ✨ If you've ever asked questions like… ✅ I feel called, so why does nothing seem to be happening yet? ✅ How do I stay faithful in a season that feels pointless, small, or beneath me? ✅ What do I do when life genuinely isn't fair and God hasn't explained why? ✅ How do I trust God's timing when I'm watching less qualified people get ahead? ✅ Is the hard season I'm in actually preparing me for something or have I missed my moment? ✅ What's the difference between being anointed and being appointed? ✅ How do I keep turning up when I feel overlooked, criticized, or forgotten? …then this is your episode.

Red Power Hour is back! Co-hosts Elena Ortiz and Melanie Yazzie tackle Exterminate All the Brutes (2021), a documentary television miniseries revolving around colonization and genocide, directed and narrated by Haitian filmmaker Raoul Peck. Empower our work:  GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/empower-red-medias-indigenous-content  Subscribe to The Red Nation Newsletter:  https://www.therednation.org/   Patreon   https://www.patreon.com/redmediapr

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Jai Johnson.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Jai Johnson.