Podcasts about family businesses

Do you ever wonder how to find real joy when life feels overwhelming?In today's episode, Richelle Alessi invites us to explore the promise found in Romans 15:13. It talks about how God fills us with lasting joy, peace, and hope as we put our trust in Him. Together, we'll uncover what it means to let go of control, lean into the Lord's strength, and receive His abundant blessings in the midst of life's challenges.Join us as we unite in prayer and devotion, trusting the Lord to fill our lives and our community with hope that overflows.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Most people treat life insurance like the "broccoli of estate planning"—something they know is good for them, but usually avoid until it’s too late. In this episode of Talk Law Radio, host Todd Marquardt sits down with independent financial planner Joseph Warren to flip the script and reveal how life insurance acts as a vital funding vehicle, estate equalizer, and legal peace treaty for families and business owners alike. Together, Todd and Joseph pull back the curtain on the financial industry. Joseph shares his early career experiences at large insurance firms, exposing how quota-driven models and limited planning tools often lead to conflicted advice. They break down the critical questions you must ask your advisor to ensure they are serving your best interests rather than just chasing high-commission products. Main Topics Covered Navigating Financial Industry Conflicts: Why fee-biased or commission-driven setups lead to "wolf in sheep’s clothing" advice and how independent, coordinated planning between attorneys, CPAs, and planners creates true harmony. Life Insurance for Business Owners: Using life insurance as a "peace treaty" to fund buy-sell agreements, insure key employees, and equalize inheritances between children who work in the family business and those who do not. Protecting Minor Children & Special Needs Loved Ones: The legal traps of naming a minor child directly as a beneficiary and how pairing life insurance with revocable or supplemental needs trusts protects government benefits and avoids costly probate court guardianships. Sinners and Saints: A sobering look at the Texas "Slayer Statute" (where a murderer loses beneficiary rights), paired with an unexpected archaeological discovery regarding Saint Augustine. Land Rich, Cash Poor & Estate Tax Solutions: How Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts (ILITs) and "Crummey" letters allow high-net-worth families, farmers, and ranchers to pay heavy federal estate taxes without forcing a fire sale on family land. Key Takeaways The Buy-Sell "Peace Treaty": Life insurance gives remaining business partners the cash needed to buy out a deceased partner's shares, ensuring the family receives full financial value without having to manage a business they don't understand. Never Name a Minor as a Beneficiary: Insurance companies cannot pay policy proceeds directly to minors. Doing so forces the surviving parent into court to become a court-appointed guardian over their own child's money. Always route these funds through a properly drafted trust. Be Mindful of the Estate Tax Trap: Though life insurance payout is income-tax-free, the total death benefit is included in your gross estate for federal estate tax purposes unless structured through an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT). Buy Before You Need It: Life insurance must be purchased before tragedy strikes. Health changes can quickly disqualify you, making early, proactive planning the most affordable way to protect your family's future. Episode Breakdown [00:00] Intro: The Quiet Disasters of Unstructured Life Insurance [01:15] Conflicted Advice in the Financial Industry with Joseph Warren [06:30] The 5 Real-World Scenarios: Business Buy-Sells & Key Person Insurance [10:45] Naming Minor Children vs. Trust Planning [14:10] Sinners & Saints: The Slayer Statute Case & St. Augustine [19:25] Supplemental Needs Trusts for Special Needs Beneficiaries [21:50] Land Rich, Cash Poor: ILITs & Paying Estate Taxes [25:30] Legacy Spotlight: Why Proactive Planning Delivers True Peace of Mind -Sponsored by Marquardt Law Firm and Financial Planning HQ -Go to marquardtlawfirm.com and financialplanninghq.net If you found this episode valuable, please Subscribe and hit the Notification Bell on YouTube. Sharing this podcast with other parents, grandparents, and caregivers helps raise vital awareness to protect the children in our communitiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there something in your life that feels absolutely impossible right now?In today's episode, we'll dig into the heart of Matthew 19:26 and learn what it truly means to trust that with God, all things are possible. The conversation focused on letting go of our own limitations, surrendering impossible situations to God, and finding deeper faith when we feel weakest. We'll explore practical truths about admitting when things are bigger than us and discovering how those impossible places can actually strengthen our dependence on God.Join us as we pray and encourage one another to stop rehearsing our challenges and instead start declaring God's power over every impossible moment. Let's lift up our prayers together and step into the day with renewed confidence in what God can do.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

How do you prepare the next generation to lead a successful family business? In this episode of The Landscaper's Guide Podcast, Jack Jostes sits down with Sterling Lowe and his daughter, Madelyn Lowe, of IndusCo Facility Solutions to discuss leadership, succession planning, and growing a family-owned business across generations. They share how IndusCo expanded from commercial coatings into snow and facility services while creating opportunities for younger leaders to make a real impact.You'll also hear Madelyn's perspective on entering the snow industry, building confidence through experience, encouraging more women to pursue careers in the trades, and how marketing, technology, and strong relationships continue to fuel IndusCo's growth. Whether you're preparing your children to join the business, developing future leaders on your team, or looking for ways to strengthen your company culture, this conversation is full of practical lessons you can apply today.You'll LearnHow to prepare the next generation to lead a family business.Why strong relationships continue to outperform traditional sales tactics.How marketing and a modern website strengthen commercial client relationships.Ways to create opportunities for women to succeed in the snow and landscape industries.Why confidence follows experience—and how great leaders help others take that first step.Connect With Today's Guest

Is it possible to be close to Jesus but still hold something back?In today's episode, we'll explore the difference between being interested in Jesus and fully surrendering our hearts to Him. Together, we will dive into the story of the rich young ruler in Matthew 19, uncovering what it means to let go of the "no go zones" in our lives and truly obey. We'll reflect on how partial surrender can hold us back, and discover the courage it takes to give every part of our lives to God.Join us for this encouraging devotional as we pray and seek together a deeper, more complete surrender, trusting Jesus with everything.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Come with us as we wrap up season 3 of Deep Space 9! In this episode, we discuss Family Business, Shakaar, Facets, and The Adversary We have an email address now! tvshowinspace@gmail.com, send us your thoughts!

Send us Fan MailMcBee Dynasty S3 E7 Recap: Family Business Explodes Over Tallow DealMcBee Dynasty S3 E7 – "Boiling Points" centers on the McBee family's struggle to balance grief, business, and personal relationships after Steve Sr. is sent to prison. Casey, Steve, Cole, and Allie attempt to resolve ongoing conflict over the rapidly growing tallow business, but long-standing communication issues and power struggles dominate the meeting. Casey feels Steve is controlling and dismissive of her work, while Steve believes profits and responsibilities need to be more fairly divided. Although they tentatively agree on ownership percentages and roles, underlying resentment remains. Meanwhile, Jesse and Allie's marriage continues to suffer. With a newborn at home, Allie admits they feel more like roommates than spouses, while Jesse struggles to express his emotions following his father's incarceration. Kristi encourages Jesse to attend the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) and reconnect with Allie before their relationship deteriorates further. The episode takes another dramatic turn when Casey reveals Steve sent angry text messages after the business meeting. Allie discovers Steve and Casey have conflicting versions of what happened and becomes increasingly concerned about Steve's temper and honesty. She confronts Steve, reviews the messages herself, and even calls Casey to clear the air. Their conversation uncovers deeper family tensions, old rumors involving Casey and Steve, and raises new questions about trust and communication. By the episode's end, Allie openly questions Steve's behavior, wondering if the family's concerns about his anger are justified. ✳️Follow us on Social Media✳️ ============================================

When was the last time you approached God with pure, childlike trust?In today's episode, we'll explore the heart of Matthew 19:14 and uncover what it truly means to come to God with childlike faith. The conversation focused on how life's disappointments, delays, and pressures can make us guarded or self-reliant, often overshadowing the simplicity and openness God desires from us. Together, we'll reflect on how faith can remain soft, trusting, and dependent, even as we mature, and why true spiritual maturity should deepen our sense of wonder and reliance on Him.Join our community in prayer and devotion as we embrace childlike faith and invite God to soften our hearts today.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

His name is Skip Hartley - he's the owner of Thunderbolt Transmissions - they're a place that's been in Houston for 85 years...Here's their site - tbolt.net

His name is Skip Hartley - he's the owner of Thunderbolt Transmissions - they're a place that's been in Houston for 85 years...Here's their site - tbolt.net

What does it take to keep a 100+ year-old family business feeling fresh?The fourth-generation CEO of The Fine Bedding Company, Claire Watkin, uncovers a century-long journey from feathers flying around a Liverpool factory to award-winning innovation, B Corp status, and a factory in Estonia with its own beehives. Join us for a fascinating look at a leader who became MD at 28, as Claire joins us on ‘It Runs In The Family' to share how a strong values-led culture can carry a business across generations.

Melissa Palmer inherited a wholesale beauty brand from her mother and rebuilt it into a nine-figure omnichannel business—with direct to consumer, Amazon, TikTok Shop, and more than 1,500 Ulta locations each playing a role in how OSEA Malibu finds and keeps customers. For more on OSEA Malibu and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Do you find yourself looking at someone else's life and wondering why your path looks so different?In today's episode, we'll explore the freedom found in embracing the unique assignment that God has given each of us. Drawing insight from Matthew 19:12, the conversation focused on letting go of comparison, accepting our own journey, and trusting in the special grace designed just for us. Together, we'll learn how to release frustration, claim peace in our lane, and celebrate the role only we can fill.Join our community in prayer and devotion today, as we seek contentment and joy in the assignment God has prepared specifically for us.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

In this episode, we explore the journey of Jeremy's Matuszewski sons, TJ and Bobby, as they transition into the family business, Thunderstruck. We discuss their experiences with farm shows, product innovation, and balancing sports, coaching, and work, highlighting the importance of family, innovation, and industry connections. Key topics Transition from non-ag backgrounds to family business Farm show strategies and customer engagement Product innovation and design in agriculture Balancing sports, coaching, and work commitments Family dynamics and succession in agriculture Chapters 00:00Introduction to Thunderstruck and the Guests 01:58The Sons' Backgrounds and Entry into the Family Business 07:10Learning Curve at Farm Shows and Farmer Interactions 11:56Product Innovation: Concaves and Design Process 19:45Balancing Sports, Coaching, and Work 29:48Family Dynamics and Coming Full Circle 39:49The Thunderstruck Family and Industry Connections 49:52Company Growth, Show Strategies, and Future Plans 53:26Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Is your heart feeling a little guarded these days?In today's episode, we explore the idea that hard hearts can lead to hard lives, reflecting on Matthew 19:8 and what it means for our relationships and daily walk with God. Together, we'll uncover how pain, disappointment, and unmet expectations can quietly shape our hearts and what we can do to stay open and soft to God's voice.Let's gather as a community to pray for hearts that remain tender and responsive, inviting God to gently reveal and heal any places of hardness within us. Join us in devotion and prayer as we seek a new level of openness and peace.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

The Enlightened Family Business Podcast Ep. 165: Rethinking Succession in Family Business with Josh Baron   In this episode of the Enlightened Family Business Podcast, host Chris Yonker sits down with Josh Baron — Harvard Business School faculty member, co-founder of Banyan Global, and co-author of multiple Harvard Business Review works on family enterprise — for a rich, deeply practical conversation on the topic that never gets old: succession. Josh has spent 20 years advising family businesses and teaching at Columbia and Harvard, and what he keeps finding is that families don't fail at succession because they chose the wrong person. They fail because they never built the right process. Together Chris and Josh explore why a family business CEO who's been in the seat for 30 years is not facing a job change — they're facing an identity crisis; why the how of succession is more important than the what; the critical difference between conquerors and rulers and why the next generation doesn't need to look like the founder to be the right fit; how to use the arc of succession — assets, roles, and capabilities — as a planning framework; what happens when the founding generation leaves and the next generation discovers they have no one to resolve their disputes; and why working backwards from the far future is one of the most effective tools for getting a reluctant founder to engage. They also dig into the four ownership models used by successful multi-generational family businesses and why the question isn't just who should run the business — it's whether the family should have a business at all. Episode Chapters ·       3:56   Meet Josh Baron ·       5:13   From Bain to Banyan: How Josh Found His Way Into Family Business ·       8:00   Why Succession Is an Evergreen Problem — and Always Will Be ·       10:12  What the Rising Generation Is Really Feeling ·       13:12  Why G1 and G2 Struggle to See Each Other Clearly ·       15:39  When Is the Right Time to Start Succession Planning? ·       16:05  The Arc of Succession: Assets, Roles, and Capabilities ·       20:48  Succession Is a Process, Not an Event ·       22:11  The Danger of the One-Winner Moment ·       24:33  Why Every Generation Needs a Different Kind of Leader ·       27:50  How to Help a Founder Embrace What Got Us Here Won't Get Us There ·       30:00  Grafting: How the Next Gen Should Introduce New Ideas ·       31:30  Working Backwards: The Most Effective Tool for Reluctant Founders ·       35:35  What Happens When the Founder Leaves and the Glue Disappears ·       38:00  Should We Even Have a Family Business? The Question Nobody Asks ·       40:19  The Four Ownership Models and When Each One Works ·       46:09  The How Is Greater Than the What ·       49:06  When to Get Outside Help — and Why You Always Need It ·       53:31  Resources and Farewell   Websites ·       hbs.edu (search Josh Baron) ·       banyanglobal.com ·       chrisyonker.com   Book & Articles ·       The Founder's Final Act — Harvard Business Review, September–October 2025 ·       Search "Josh Baron HBS" for the full catalog of published work   About Josh Baron Josh Baron is a Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School, coauthor of the Harvard Business Review Family Business Handbook, and a cofounder of BanyanGlobal Family Business Advisors.

Abhinav Jindal is a Director in his family's hospitality group in India, which owns the Jim Corbett Marriott Resort & Spa, and the founder of Cydir, a coaching practice for second-generation entrepreneurs. He joined the family business in 2017 straight out of university, took over a 43-room resort with more than 70 staff, and went on to grow sales by around 30% and help bring a new flagship property online, now one of the highest-rated resorts in the group's Marriott portfolio. A certified NLP master practitioner, Abhinav works with next-generation leaders to resolve the emotional patterns, guilt, identity, and approval-seeking, that governance structures alone can't fix. He is known for arguing that most family business conflict is not about strategy or money, but about who people believe they are.SHOW SUMMARYIn this episode, Jonathan Goldhill is joined by Abhinav Jindal, Director in his family's hospitality group in India and founder of the coaching practice Cydir, to explore why family business succession so often fails even when the governance is done right.Abhinav challenges the idea that org charts, buy-sell agreements, and succession structures are enough. He argues they collapse when the emotions underneath go unresolved, and traces his own path from a father's blunt challenge about whether he could land a job, to running a resort at 19, to realizing his hunger for achievement was really a hunger for fulfilment.The conversation dives into the two-way authority a founder must give up, why "he doesn't listen to me" is usually not about the parent, the guilt and identity crises that quietly trap next-generation leaders, and how emotional patterns formed in childhood run a business decades later.Whether you're a founder, successor, or next-generation leader, this episode offers a candid look at the inner work that structure alone can't replace.KEY TAKEAWAYSAbhinav argues that governance structures fail when emotions go unaddressed. Org charts and buy-sell agreements matter, but they won't hold if the family has never had the conversation underneath them.For founders, the business is not part of their identity, it is their identity. Handing over control is not a risk calculation but the loss of a sense of self, which is why the surface argument is never the real one.Succession stalls on emotion, not strategy. Two people can both know a decision is right and still refuse to agree, because the real conflict is about being heard, not about the business.QUOTES"When our emotions are not resolved, those governance structures won't hold in place.""For most people the business does not become a part of their identity, but their identity itself.""If not for this business, who will I be now?""The biggest one is guilt. Guilt of not doing enough."Connect and learn more about Abhinav Jindal.https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhinavjindal47/If you enjoyed today's episode, please subscribe, review, and share with a friend who would benefit from the message. If you're interested in picking up a copy of Jonathan Goldhill's book, Disruptive Successor, go to the website at www.DisruptiveSuccessor.com

Dans cet épisode, on explore pourquoi il est parfois si difficile d'être drôle en français quand ce n'est pas ta langue maternelle. Je te donne aussi des conseils pour développer tes compétences pour réussir à faire de l'humour en français. Tu découvriras des pistes concrètes pour mieux comprendre les codes de l'humour français et trouver ton propre style.L'humour en français est souvent basé sur la langue mais il ne dépend pas seulement du vocabulaire ou de la grammaire. Il repose aussi sur la culture, les références partagées, le contexte social et surtout la confiance pour oser parler!Blog et Transcription disponible: https://francais.mypolyglotlife.com/2026/07/26/comment-etre-drole-en-francais-si-ce-nest-pas-ta-langue-maternelle/Deviens membre Patreon pour accéder à la fiche de vocabulaie ET en exclusivité à une conversation sur les humoristes français à connaître absolument, entre Cathy et Cara (une Anglaise qui vit en France): https://www.patreon.com/cathy.intro

Send us Fan MailMcBee Dynasty: Prison Farewell, Business Betrayals & A Shocking SuccessorSummary – McBee Dynasty Season 3, Episode 6: "First Impressions and Final Farewells"As Steve McBee Sr.'s prison sentence looms just days away, the McBee family scrambles to prepare for life without their patriarch. Tensions explode during a leadership meeting when Steven Jr., Jesse, and Cole question Galyna's role in the business, leaving her furious and hinting that the brothers want her out once their father is gone. Meanwhile, Steven Jr. prioritizes a trip to Texas to meet Allie's family, frustrating Jesse and Cole, who feel he's abandoning the family during the company's most critical moment. At the same time, Steven and Kacie clash over her growing tallow skincare business. Steven pushes for Allie to receive a 20% ownership stake because of her finance background and social media influence, while Kacie insists she wants to build the business first before giving away equity. The heated disagreement ends with Kacie in tears and Steven throwing a temper tantrum, creating even more family tension. The biggest shock comes during Steve Sr.'s company-wide succession meeting. Instead of naming one of his sons to oversee the businesses, he places ex-wife Kristi at the top of the organizational chart as Interim President, with Steve Jr. serving as CEO and Galyna remaining CFO. Everyone—including Kristi—is stunned by the decision, leaving the family questioning how the businesses will function after Steve Sr. reports to prison. In an emotional finale, the family shares one last meal, removes the McBee Farms headquarters sign, and accompanies Steve Sr. to the minimum-security prison in South Dakota. Carrying only his Bible, he walks into prison alone while his family watches through tears, determined to keep the McBee legacy alive despite an uncertain future. ✳️Follow us on Social Media✳️ ============================================

Do you know the real reason we're called to serve in our church communities?In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud invites us to explore what it truly means to serve as part of the body of Christ. We'll reflect on our unique gifts, learn why every role matters, and uncover how serving others not only blesses our church, but refreshes our souls in return.Let's come together in prayer and devotion, embracing the call to serve, so that we can encourage one another and grow deeper in faith as one community.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

In this episode, we sit down with the team behind Camolots, America's largest military surplus outlet, to hear how the business was built from the ground up with their father and grew into a global operation sourcing authentic military surplus from over 26 countries.We also dig into some of the most surreal moments from years in the business, including stories about celebrity customers like Michael Jackson, Wu-Tang Clan, and Steven Spielberg who've all come through their doors. In this episode:How the family business got startedSourcing military surplus gear from around the worldThe story behind Michael Jackson, Wu-Tang Clan, and Steven Spielberg visiting CamolotsWhat makes Camolots America's largest military surplus outlet CamolotsVisit: camoLOTS.comhttps://www.instagram.com/camolots/#Camolots #MilitarySurplus #Podcast #FamilyBusiness #Buffalo #MichaelJackson #WuTangClan #StevenSpielbergAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this special live edition of Community Capital, Chamber President and CEO Karen Storey sits down with Sandy Rachwal and Jerrad Beauchamp of Beauchamp Water Treatment Solutions at the Country Boots and Beats Festival. The conversation covers how a dad taking apart a water softener in a basement in 1976 turned into one of the most community-minded businesses in Livingston County, and what the 322 initiative means for people around the world who don't have access to clean water.   Guest Links: Website: https://www.beauchampwater.com/    Timestamps 00:00:00 Beauchamp's Community Impact 00:05:01 The History and Vision of Beauchamp 00:11:43 Understanding the 322 Initiative 00:14:08 Reflections on American Values Show Links Learn more about the Brighton Chamber by visiting our website. Website: https://www.brightoncoc.org/

Sales training for Contractors: https://thecontractorfight.com/command Grab Tom's book FREE: https://thecontractorfight.com/book/ Running a business with your spouse, kids, parents, or other family members can be incredible.It can also get messy fast.When nobody knows exactly what they're responsible for, business problems become family problems. Roles overlap. People start micromanaging each other. Work follows you home. And suddenly you're talking about customers and employees while lying in bed at night.In this episode, Tim and Derek get into what they've learned from building businesses with family—and the mistakes they wish they'd avoided.They break down why clear roles matter, how to keep business out of your personal life, why every family member needs ownership and autonomy, and how a shared vision can get everyone rowing in the same direction.Chapters00:00 The Reality of Family Businesses00:34 Why We Started Our Own Businesses03:29 What Employees Don't See About Ownership05:24 The Hidden Cost of Running a Business07:35 What Your Employees Actually Need09:32 Why Business Owners Need an Outlet10:44 How Family Gets Pulled Into the Business11:40 Family and Business Relationships Are Different12:02 The Biggest Family Business Mistake12:23 Define Everyone's Role13:52 Communication Changes Everything15:28 Keep the Business Out of the Bedroom16:33 You Need a Life Outside the Business17:59 Respect Each Other's Time18:44 Get Clear on Responsibilities18:50 Build a Shared Family Business Vision19:40 Look in the Mirror First20:01 Treat Family Members With Respect21:16 Stop Assuming You Have All the Answers23:12 Let Other People Solve the Problem24:54 The Simple Advice for Family BusinessesWorking with family doesn't have to destroy your relationships.Get clear about who's responsible for what. Give people ownership. Communicate like professionals. Build a shared vision. And create boundaries so the business doesn't consume the family you built it for in the first place.Subscribe to The Contractor Fight for straight-talk conversations about sales, leadership, profit, people, and building a contracting business worth owning.Tom Reber is the founder of The Contractor Fight, host of Contractor Fight TV, entrepreneur, speaker, podcaster, and former HGTV host. For over 20 years, Tom has helped hundreds of thousands of contractors build businesses worth having by becoming the kind of people capable of building them. On this channel you'll find straight-talk training on sales, pricing, profit, leadership, marketing, mindset, and what it really takes to build a Strong You, Strong Home, and Strong Business. The first fight is always with yourself. Join The Fight.

hat does it really take to build a business that goes viral—and lasts? This week on Dreams In Drive, Rana Campbell sits down with Brandon Castaneda, Founder and CEO of EZ Bombs, to share the story behind one of the fastest-growing food brands in America. From hand-rolling products in his mom's kitchen to becoming one of TikTok Shop's top food brands and expanding into Walmart stores nationwide, Brandon shares the lessons behind the headlines. Together, they discuss innovation, persistence, navigating explosive growth, learning from failure, and why solving a real problem is the key to building a lasting business. If you've ever wondered whether your setbacks are actually preparing you for your breakthrough, this conversation is for you. In this episode you'll learn: • How EZ Bombs was born from a family recipe • The power of borrowing ideas from different industries • What it takes to scale after going viral • Why previous failures prepared Brandon for success • How to know when to pivot—and when to persevere

Who can you encourage at church this week?In today's episode, we'll explore the deeper reasons behind why we gather as a community, moving beyond simply receiving to actively building each other up. The conversation focused on shifting from a consumer mindset to one of service, drawing inspiration from 1 Thessalonians 5:11 and the unique role each of us plays as part of the body of Christ.Let's step into this devotional together as we pray for open hearts and a spirit willing to encourage and strengthen those around us each Sunday.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger sits down with Chris Bingaman, CEO of Bingaman & Son Lumber. The company traces back to Chris's grandfather, who logged with horses, hauled timber by truck to local sawmills, and eventually started finding new markets when the coal mine prop business dried up. Chris's father joined in, they incorporated in 1968, and today the operation spans five locations with three sawmills, though 80 percent of their lumber still comes from outside mills. It is a processing and distribution business at its core, built on relationships. Chris has been part of it since he was five years old, riding along in the truck while his dad spent six or seven hours hand-grading and hand-loading lumber at sawmills that did not even own a forklift. Every summer growing up, he worked in the company. He wanted to go to the swimming pool. His dad had other plans. That early training in work ethic and lumber grading set the foundation for everything that followed. The conversation digs into how the hardwood lumber industry has contracted and what Bingaman & Son Lumber has done to stay relevant. Chris talks about the 2008 recession as a turning point that forced the company to diversify its product offering, become nimble, and develop deep strategic partnerships with customers. More recently, they invested in a computerized grading system that processes 60 to 70 boards per minute, work that previously required three people. The system has been running about five months, and the results have been significant, though it came with more debt than they are comfortable carrying. Chris also opens up about succession planning. His father went through the painful experience of buying the company back from an estate after Chris's grandfather died suddenly, and that lesson drove decades of intentional estate planning. Chris has four daughters, and when none pursued the business full time, he transitioned the presidency to a long-tenured CFO who had been groomed for the role with the help of an advisory board. Meanwhile, an ESOP launched around 2006 now gives employees 35 percent ownership, with flexibility to go either direction in the future. The broader industry discussion covers tariffs, export markets (25 to 30 percent of volume), the growing threat of synthetic substitutes for wood, and a proposed tax incentive through the National Hardwood Lumber Association that would give homebuyers a deduction for using hardwoods. Chris also touches on mass timber research for low-grade species, biofuels as an outlet for junk wood, and the connection between healthy markets and healthy forests. His message is clear: without demand for wood, there is no economic reason to manage the resource, and unmanaged forests suffer. Chapters 00:00 From Horse Logging to Hardwood Processing 08:36 Family Business, Succession, and the ESOP 16:25 Navigating the Hardwood Market Contraction 21:03 Computerized Grading: 60 Boards a Minute 24:01 Tariffs, Exports, and Staying Nimble 28:05 Forest Health, Substitutes, and the Case for Real Wood 32:06 Thermally Modified Wood and the Architect Community The Woodpreneur Podcast brings stories of woodworkers, makers, and entrepreneurs turning their passion for wood into successful businesses - from inspiration to education to actionable advice. Hosted by Steve Larosiliere and Jennifer Alger    For blog posts and updates: woodpreneur.com   See how we helped woodworkers, furniture-makers, millwork and lumber businesses grow to the next level: woodpreneurnetwork.com   Empowering woodpreneurs and building companies to grow and scale: buildergrowth.io   Connect with us at:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sawmillsnearme/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodpreneurnetwork/ Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/woodpreneurnetwork Join our newsletter: https://substack.com/@woodpreneurnetwork   You can connect with Chris at: https://bingamanlumber.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bingaman.lumber/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-bingaman-391630b/  

Do you ever wonder why we truly need Sunday mornings at church?In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud explores the third reason we gather: to grow in our understanding and revelation of God's Word. Together, we'll uncover how church equips us for teaching, correcting, and training in righteousness, and why having a trusted pastor is crucial for guiding us back into alignment when we go astray.Let's open our hearts for this nurturing devotional as we pray for teachable spirits, a deeper hunger for scripture, and the grace to grow together as a community anchored in faith.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

In this flashback episode, you'll discover 7 practical ways to support your spouse through life's challenges and crises. Whether you are facing health scares, job loss, emotional struggles, or major life transitions in your marriage, this video shows you how to be there for your partner when you really can't figure out how to help. Steve and Mary Alessi dive into their own story of surviving a heart attack (the subject of Steve Alessi's debut book "Forty-Two") and other difficult seasons...and share the secrets that helped them survive and thrive despite facing situations that could have made their relationship crumble under the pressure. You'll learn:The importance of empathy, patience, and understanding in marriageWhy stepping up as your spouse's primary support is essential (not your kids, parents, or friends)How to be "Team Spouse" even when you don't fully understand what they're going throughThe difference between supporting and enabling, and why timing and grace matterHow being a truly present spouse —trustworthy, present, and prayerful—can deepen your bondWith honest examples from their 35+ years together, Steve and Mary offer encouragement, practical advice, and a blueprint for handling marital storms with unity and strength.Listen now to strengthen your marriage, grow as a couple, and become the support your spouse needs through thick and thin! Send us a voicemail! Support the showJOIN THE FAMILY BUSINESS WITH OUR NEWSLETTERSign Up for Our Family Business Newsletter and get more inside news from the Alessis + tips and strategies for a happier family! Get free access to the newsletterTEXT THE FAMILY BUSINESS DIRECTLYYou can connect with us via text to ask family questions and get updates on The Family Business! Text FAMILY to 302-524-0800CONNECT WITH THE FAMILY BUSINESSFollow Us on Instagram and FacebookSubscribe on YouTubeLeave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYFind more podcasts coming from our Metro Life Studios team, including:My Morning DevotionalMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show You can listen to all of these shows on our Metro Life Studios app here! Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Amy Chinian, a remarkable entrepreneur whose journey from financial ruin to success showcases the power of resilience and determination. After the 2007 financial crisis left her family $3 million in debt and without a home, Amy turned adversity into opportunity by launching My Hair Helpers, a multimillion-dollar business that provides lice removal services and products. With a humble beginning that started with just a red picnic basket, Amy shares her story of how she transformed a personal challenge into a thriving enterprise.Amy discusses her role as a mentor for women, emphasizing the importance of community and support in overcoming life's obstacles. She reflects on her experiences as a mother of five while building her business, providing insight into the balance of family life and entrepreneurship. Listeners will be inspired by her commitment to helping others and her belief that setbacks can lead to incredible comebacks.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The journey from financial crisis to entrepreneurial success- How personal challenges can inspire innovative business ideas- The importance of mentorship and community support for women- Strategies for balancing family life and running a business- Insights into Amy's national product line and future projectsJoin us for a conversation filled with motivation, practical advice, and the reminder that with faith and determination, anything is possible. For more information on Amy and her work, visit www.myhairhelpers.comSupport the show

What does it take to build a vacation rental company that can grow, evolve, and remain successful for nearly seven decades? In this episode, Alex & Annie sit down with Rick Elliott and Brandon Cox of Elliott Realty to explore the people, systems, leadership decisions, and business fundamentals behind the company's longevity. Elliott Realty has been part of the Myrtle Beach vacation rental industry since 1959. Over those 67 years, the company has navigated new technology, changing traveler behavior, higher homeowner expectations, and an increasingly complex distribution landscape. Rick and Brandon share why long-term success requires a willingness to evolve, strong systems, careful attention to detail, and people who can grow with the organization. They also discuss Elliott Realty's approach to homeowner relationships, property standards, direct bookings, OTA distribution, brand development, and local tourism advocacy. Episode Chapters:06:42 - How Elliott Realty Has Evolved Since 195907:15 - Why Strong People and Systems Matter More Than Technology Alone12:20 - Hiring Intentionally and Promoting Future Leaders From Within15:59 - Understanding Individual Homeowner Goals and Expectations19:05 - Maintaining Property Quality Across a Large Portfolio27:52 - Balancing Direct Bookings With OTA Distribution35:56 - The Importance of Local Advocacy and Community Involvement48:00 - Why Investing in Your Brand Creates Long-Term Value48:47 - How Founders Can Step Back and Empower Their Leadership Team For vacation rental leaders thinking about the future of their business, this episode offers practical lessons on building a company that can adapt, develop new leaders, and remain strong for generations. Connect with Rick:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-elliott-192aba11/ Connect with Brandon:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-cox-87930a56/ Connect with Elliott Realty:Website: https://www.elliottbeachrentals.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elliottrealty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliottbeachrentals?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elliott-beach-rentals/about/ ✨ Exclusive Offer to Alex & Annie Listeners: List your professionally managed properties on VacationFinder.com with no listing fees or booking commissions.Join through the link below for a chance at featured launch placement and a $250 Amazon Gift Card. Drawing August 15, 2026.

Louis Georgiou runs Essential Workwear and Essential Branding — a £7.2 million-a-year business with 50 staff and over 20 years of trading behind it. But despite £600k months, profit is tighter than it should be, and he's stuck between two divisions: workwear growing fast, and promo flatlining but still paying the bills.Find out more from Louis here: www.essentialworkwear.com Try Entrepreneurs University 14 Day FREE Trial Here ►https://jamessinclair.net/entrepreneurs-university-free-trial/Sign up to my weekly newsletter 'The James Sinclair Letter' here:https://www.jamessinclair.net/the-letterFind out your Entrepreneurial DNA, take the '8 Traits of the Greats' quiz here ► https://jamessinclair.scoreapp.comGet your tickets to our next event here ► https://www.jamessinclair.net/eventsApply to be on my podcast here ►https://jamessinclair.net/podcasts/

How he earned his way into leadership, developed a capable management team, and transformed a hands-on family equipment dealership into a scalable business that no longer depends on him for every decision. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/614-kaiden-routh-growing-family-business/ How do you step into a multigenerational family business, earn the respect of employees and customers, and then change how the company operates without damaging its legacy? In this episode, Henry Lopez is joined by Kaiden Routh, CEO of Routh Sales and Rentals, a second-generation family-owned equipment dealership with locations in Oklahoma and Arkansas. Kaiden grew up around family businesses and initially considered pursuing a different career. When he eventually joined the family company, he was not immediately placed in charge. He worked at the parts counter, supported the service department, handled sales, and learned nearly every part of the operation. That experience helped Kaiden understand the business and earn credibility with employees. However, stepping into leadership created a different challenge: longtime customers and team members were accustomed to bypassing him and going directly to his father. Kaiden explains how he and his father navigated that challenging transition, established new boundaries, and accepted that the next generation would need to operate the business differently. Henry and Kaiden also discuss Kaiden's evolution from being the person who solved every problem to becoming a CEO focused on growth, people, culture, customer experience, and the future growth of the company. This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The How of Business podcast focuses on helping you start, run, grow and exit your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, small business coaching, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com

Why do we gather together in worship?In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud guides us through the heart of communal worship and invites us to rediscover its purpose. We'll explore together why meeting at church matters, not just for our relationship with God, but for our relationships with each other. We'll consider the power of worshiping side by side, raising our voices as a family, and shifting our focus from ourselves to the One who truly deserves our praise.Join our community as we pause, pray, and devote ourselves to making worship about God, inviting Him to draw us closer both to Him and to each other.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Is working with your partner a recipe for exploitation or one of the healthiest ways to build a meaningful, independent, well-resourced life? Many people hear "family business" or "couples in business" and think nepotism, blurred boundaries, and women being taken advantage of. Ruth and David are joined by Rigour and Flow hosts Aiwan Obinyan, filmmaker and founder of AiAi Studios, and Dr. Tamanda Walker, sociologist, researcher, and co-founder of research consultancy Roots and Rigour. These two couples who build businesses together talk candidly about what makes shared work healthy or extractive.They dig into cultural differences in work: why family business is honoured in Nigerian, Botswanan, and Latin traditions rather than treated as a red flag and how social, family, and religious conditioning can turn work into identity, compulsion, or escape. They separate work that's extractive from work that's additive and question the "we're a family" language corporations use to mask power dynamics, abuse, and exploitation. The four discuss how gender and sexuality shape how each couple is read differently. For a man and a woman working together, the suspicion is nepotism and a woman assumed to be there only because of her partner. For a same-sex couple, the calculus shifts: as two Black queer women, Aiwan and Tamanda expected heavy backlash but found it came more around race, colorism, and truth-telling about the exploitation of African people rather than gender. And they found that their partnership can sometimes be idiolised as the progressive representation people are hungry for. Underneath both is a shared commitment to telling the truth in partnership, even when it's uncomfortable.The two couples close with the work-life boundaries that actually protect the relationship and the rest: living by agreement, renegotiating those agreements as life changes, staying free to change roles rather than being reduced to a role and a task, and even establishing safe words for shutting down shop talk.If you've ever thought mixing love and business is dangerous, or you're building a mission-driven company, family business, or podcast with your partner and want healthy work-life boundaries, this one is for you. Subscribe, follow Rigour and Flow, and leave a review so more people can find the conversation.Send us Fan Mail Now available! Mapping the Perpetrator's Pattern: A Practitioner's Tool for Improving Assessment, Intervention, and Outcomes The web-based Perpetrator Pattern Mapping Tool is a virtual practice tool for improving assessment, intervention, and outcomes through a perpetrator pattern-based approach. The tool allows practitioners to apply the Model's critical concepts and principles to their current case load in realCheck out David Mandel's new book Stop Blaming Mothers and Ignoring Fathers: How to Transform the Way We Keep Children Safe from Domestic Violence.Visit the Safe & Together Institute website.Start taking Safe & Together Institute courses. Check out Safe & Together Institute upcoming events.

Daniel and Tali Kowall reveal how consistency, shared goals, creative marketing, and courageous investing helped them build a thriving business, protect their marriage, raise three children, and create a more intentional path toward lasting freedom.See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-the-magnificent-life-you-want-through-consistency-with-daniel-and-tali-kowall/(00:00) - Introduction to Daniel and Tali Kowall and Their Calgary Boutique Business(05:00) - Daniel's Solo Agent Path and Tali's Leap Into the Family Business(10:00) - Coordinating Clients, Children, and Marriage as Business Partners(15:00) - Weekly Date Nights and the Discipline of Consistent Prospecting(20:00) - Working Backward From Long-Term Goals and Understanding Calgary's Growth(25:00) - Creative Listing Marketing, Luxury Flips, and Portfolio Diversification(30:00) - Renovation Knowledge, Contractor Lessons, and Plans for Team Growth(35:00) - Staying Lean, Scaling Intentionally, and Building Through Daily Habits(40:00) - Using Leverage, Starting Before You Feel Ready, and Recommended Books(45:00) - Social Media Links, REI Agent Resources, Final Takeaways, and DisclaimerContact Daniel and Tali Kowallhttps://www.kboutiquere.com/https://www.facebook.com/TheDanielson/https://www.instagram.com/dk_boutiquerealestate/https://www.instagram.com/tali_boutiquerealestate/https://youtube.com/@KowallCalgaryRealtors Daniel and Tali Kowall prove that lasting success is not built through one perfect opportunity. It is built by choosing meaningful goals, protecting the relationships that matter, and doing the small work consistently. Keep moving forward, stay committed to the future you want, and visit https://reiagent.comIs success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor's Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

Why do we gather as a church family?In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud invites us to reflect on the importance of belonging to the body of Christ. We'll explore together the meaning behind gathering with fellow believers, why community is vital to our faith, and how spiritual family supports and encourages us through every season.Join us for this nurturing devotional as we unite in prayer and devotion, drawing closer to God and one another each day.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

In this episode of The Capital Raiser Show, Richard C. Wilson sits down with David McWhorter and his son Nathan McWhorter, founder and next-generation leader of McWhorter Steel, for a fireside chat on building a multi-generational construction business from a garage startup to a 75-person operation, navigating family dynamics in business, and competing against publicly traded giants through automation and strategic focus. David shares how he walked away from a Northrop job offer on his 22nd birthday with no backup plan, and built a steel fabrication company worth tens of millions by reinvesting aggressively, trusting great people, and never losing the discipline instilled by years in the military. The conversation dives into scaling a capital-intensive, cyclical business, the mindset shifts that unlocked growth beyond the $10M plateau, the competitive edge of bringing detailing in-house from Thailand, and what it really takes for the next generation to earn authority inside a family business. Topics covered include: Starting a business with no backup plan and no safety net at 22 Reinvesting into equipment and facilities over lifestyle as a growth engine Competing against large public companies through automation and efficiency Opening an in-house detailing operation in Thailand as a game-changing edge The mindset shift that broke through the revenue plateau Learning to trust your team instead of controlling everything Working backwards from revenue goals to determine bid volume Hiring the right person at the right time in a bootstrapped family company Nathan's approach to earning authority through humility and producing results Grooming the next generation without removing the hunger to succeed What actually gets a busy decamillionaire CEO to respond to an outreach The Capital Raiser Show brings together billionaire investors, family offices, elite entrepreneurs, and capital allocators to discuss investing, scaling, strategic growth, and wealth creation. Subscribe for more interviews with top investors, founders, family offices, and industry leaders.

In today's episode of Culture Camp, Jason is joined again by David Spader and Leigh Quinn of Potentia, and they continue their discussion on family businesses. highlighting their challenges and strategies. David emphasizes starting transition planning 10+ years before handing over ownership for an 85% success rate. He advises distinguishing between family and business roles and suggests annual discussions about selling the business to ensure family members understand its conditional nature. Leigh highlights the importance of aligning family values with company values and using tools like Potentia's Managing By Values program to make decision-making transparent and performance-focused. They also touch on the significance of culture fit, motivation fit, and capability in hiring and promoting within family businesses.Tweetable Quotes:"There could be a day when the best thing for the family is to sell the family business." - David Spader"Get comfortable talking about the uncomfortable." - Leigh QuinnConnect with David Spader and Lee Quinn:On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/potentia-david-spader-5627655/https://www.linkedin.com/in/leigh-quinn-jr-a017oa69/ Visit Potentia-assesments.com: https://potentia-assessments.com/If you found value in this episode, please leave a rating and review, also, don't forget to share it with a friend! Remember to follow us on Instagram for more!

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Vicky shares how she became the scapegoat in a family shaped by favoritism, transactional love, psychological abuse, and silence. Her mother controlled the household through humiliation, mind games, and physical aggression, while her father repeatedly failed to protect her. Meanwhile, Vicky's brother was treated as the golden child, protected from accountability, and given opportunities she had spent years working toward. Despite everything, Vicky remained loyal and eventually returned to work at the family business, hoping she would finally be trusted to take it over. Instead, she was denied training, physically attacked, and betrayed when her brother was brought back despite her clearly stated boundaries. After a confrontation turned violent, Vicky was fired and ordered to leave, forcing her to face the painful reality that her father had once again chosen the family system over her. It's a story of favoritism, transactional love, psychological abuse, silence, coercive control, enabling, humiliation, physical aggression, physical abuse, the scapegoat, the golden child, toxic family systems, narcissistic mother, betrayal, loyalty, trust, grief, no contact, emotional abuse, sibling abuse, betrayal trauma, adult child of narcissistic parents, and financial control.  *** CONTENT WARNING - This episode discusses physical abuse. *** If you are in search of therapy from professionals dedicated to dealing with TRAUMA - Narcissist Apocalypse recommends REBOUND THERAPY and they can be reached at  hellorebound.com/na Click if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.me Click on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & Patterns Sign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Where do we find true strength when our days feel overwhelming?In today's episode, Lauren Burgos invites us to reflect on the familiar yet powerful promise of Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Together, we'll explore what it really means to draw our daily strength from the Lord, not from our own abilities, and how the joy of the Lord becomes our foundation when life doesn't go as planned. Whether we're facing disappointments, uncertainties, or just an especially busy season, we'll learn how God's strength can meet us right where we are.Join our community in prayer and devotion as we lean on Christ's strength for today, trusting that His joy and presence will carry us through.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Stewart Alsop sits down with investor and entrepreneur Adnan Hassan on the Crazy Wisdom Podcast to explore his thesis on creating a small state asset class, using evolutionary insights from asteroids, dinosaurs, and mycelium as a framework for understanding resilient systems. Hassan brings his background in Silicon Valley technology, New York and Washington finance, and sovereign funds—including senior leadership roles at the World Bank—to explain why 162 of the world's 200 states are actually small states with populations under 12 million, and why these distributed, autonomous entities might be best positioned to survive the coming global shocks from AI, currency disruption, and the wobbling international order. For more information about Hassan's work, visit www.sac-holding.com (SAC stands for Small State Asset Class), where you can find two-minute videos explaining his approach to building this new financial architecture.Timestamps00:00 Introduction and the asteroid, dinosaur, mycelium thesis as a framework for understanding evolutionary survival patterns across billions of years05:00 Global order institutions are wobbling while currency systems evolve and AI emerges, creating simultaneous shocks that favor adaptable networked systems over large centralized structures10:00 Small states defined as populations under 12 million represent 162 of 200 global economies, contradicting assumptions that most nations are large centralized powers15:00 States behave as selfish entities seeking regulatory control while individuals seek autonomy, creating tension as the Westphalian system undergoes fundamental transformation20:00 Cooperation versus competition in human systems, examining how KYC requirements and state surveillance are expanding globally including in America and Argentina25:00 Small states are most interested in rule-based global order because they need protection from larger powers, unlike powerful nations that prefer unconstrained action30:00 Of the twenty richest countries by per capita GDP, seventeen are small states, yet no small state asset class exists in financial markets35:00 Uncorrelated assets provide diversification protection for investors, while small states offer geographic distribution across Caribbean, Africa, Europe, Gulf, and Pacific regions40:00 Cross-border family business collaboration between small states will increase, leading to knowledge sharing and a proposed Davos for small states event45:00 The individual sits at the core of this framework, with AI enabling creative minds in small places to access world-class resources previously impossible50:00 Demonstration of accessible technology costing only ten dollars shows how AI removes barriers, allowing creativity to become the distinguishing factor for entrepreneurs globallyKey Insights1. Adnan Hassan presents a thesis grounded in billions of years of evolutionary data, arguing that systems which survive major shocks share common characteristics: they are autonomous, networked, cooperative, resilient, and lack single points of failure. He uses the asteroid strike that killed the dinosaurs as his central metaphor, noting that while massive dinosaurs went extinct, smaller organisms like mycelium, ants, bees, and marsupials survived because of their distributed and adaptable nature. Hassan believes we are currently experiencing a similar asteroid-level shock to our global systems through the simultaneous disruption of the rule-based global order, currency systems, and artificial intelligence, all happening at once over the next three to five years.2. Hassan identifies 162 out of 200 global states and economies as small states, defined as having populations under 12 million people. This number surprises most people, including sophisticated observers who typically guess around 60 or 70. Even more striking, 17 of the 20 richest countries by per capita GDP are small states, representing 85 percent of the wealthiest nations. These small states have disproportionate resources to deploy internationally and the greatest interest in maintaining a rule-based global order since they have the most to lose from chaos and cannot rely on size or military power for protection.3. The current global institutional framework established after World War Two, including the UN, IMF, World Bank, and WTO, is fundamentally wobbling and reaching the end of an era. Hassan argues that states are inherently selfish creatures addicted to regulatory sovereignty and control, but the systems designed to give these states structure and credibility are now failing. This represents the first major restructuring of the global order since the post-World War Two period, which itself followed 400 years of colonial systems. The transition period will be characterized by significant chaos and convulsions throughout the global system.4. Hassan advocates for creating a new small states asset class in financial markets, which does not currently exist despite small states representing the majority of countries and the wealthiest per capita economies. This asset class would provide large institutional investors like pension funds and sovereign wealth funds with globally diversified, potentially uncorrelated assets while simultaneously supporting political and economic structures that embody the evolutionary principles of survival through distributed, autonomous, networked cooperation. The small states asset class represents both sound evolutionary strategy and pragmatic investment opportunity.5. Technology without philosophy is efficiency without purpose, a concern Hassan raised as early as 1994 when he helped prototype the first electronic trading market on the internet. He witnessed the naive optimism of Silicon Valley technologists who believed simply throwing tools over the wall would create a better world, but this approach made both good and bad activities more efficient. Social media demonstrated this danger by efficiently creating disruption and loss of trust in political systems. Hassan warns that the same mistake is being made with AI, where powerful tools are being deployed without adequate philosophical framework or consideration of consequences.6. Small states and their leading families will find more common language and shared understanding with each other across geographic boundaries than with larger neighboring states. A family business in Montevideo has an easier conversation with counterparts in Singapore or New Zealand than with businesses in Sao Paulo because small state actors recognize each other's unique realities and circumstances. Hassan plans to create a Davos for small states in 2027 to facilitate this knowledge sharing among the mycelium colony, allowing different nodes to exchange innovations and strategies across the distributed global network of small state actors.7. The optimistic future involves unleashing individual creativity globally by giving people access to AI-enabled tools that provide world-class legal, financial, and consulting advice in their language of choice. The solopreneur can now become a conglomerate, with individuals no longer constrained by lack of access to execution machinery. Hassan envisions young people in places like Gabon, Swaziland, or Uruguay having the same access to sophisticated business infrastructure as those in traditional power centers, with the distinguishing factor being creativity of mind rather than geographic or institutional privilege. Small states can pivot faster on regulatory frameworks, sometimes achieving in a dinner meeting what takes large states three years of legislative, executive, and judicial wrangling.

Do you find yourself replaying the same Bible verses so often that their meaning starts to fade?In this episode, host Lauren Alessi Burgos invites us to pause and rediscover the depth behind the familiar words of Proverbs 3:5. Together, we'll explore what it truly means to trust God completely, even when our own understanding falls short. We'll hear personal stories, reflect on the power of surrender, and learn how acknowledging God in every part of our lives can lead us on straight paths.Join our community today as we pray together, asking for renewed faith and the courage to let go, trusting fully in God's wisdom and care.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Sam and Lilah seemed to have all the right ingredients for a great first date—dogs, a sunny brewery patio, fun conversation, and plenty of chemistry. But after Sam revealed the surprising family business he inherited, everything changed. Days turned into weeks without a reply, leaving Sam searching for answers. When Lilah finally explains why she disappeared, no one sees her reason coming, and the conversation takes a wildly unexpected turn. Is this a misunderstanding they can move past, or is it a dealbreaker unlike any other? SEO Keywords: first date follow up, why she ghosted me, dating podcast, ghosting story, Bumble date, relationship advice, funny dating stories, awkward first dates, mortuary job, unusual careers, podcast dating segment, second date, dating fails, viral relationship story.Support the show: https://the-jubal-show.beehiiv.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam and Lilah seemed to have all the right ingredients for a great first date—dogs, a sunny brewery patio, fun conversation, and plenty of chemistry. But after Sam revealed the surprising family business he inherited, everything changed. Days turned into weeks without a reply, leaving Sam searching for answers. When Lilah finally explains why she disappeared, no one sees her reason coming, and the conversation takes a wildly unexpected turn. Is this a misunderstanding they can move past, or is it a dealbreaker unlike any other? SEO Keywords: first date follow up, why she ghosted me, dating podcast, ghosting story, Bumble date, relationship advice, funny dating stories, awkward first dates, mortuary job, unusual careers, podcast dating segment, second date, dating fails, viral relationship story.Support the show: https://the-jubal-show.beehiiv.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do we truly embrace the simple truth that God loves us?In today's episode, hosts Lauren Burgos and Alessies invite us to revisit one of the most well-known verses in scripture John 3:16. Together, we'll rediscover the beauty and depth of God's love, remind ourselves that we don't need to earn His affection, and reflect on how the gospel is really as simple as “God loves, God gives, and God saves.”Join our community in prayer and devotion as we open our hearts to the power of God's unconditional love and allow that truth to guide our day.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Can family and business really mix? And is it actually possible to take a vacation without your company falling apart? Chris, Jonathan, and Sasha share their firsthand experiences working with family, navigating trust and boundaries, and building a culture where people can truly unplug. From PTO policies and sabbaticals to succession planning and healthy team dynamics, this episode explores how the strongest businesses are built to thrive—with or without you.Presented by Trainual.com

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!In this episode, Wendy sits down with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey about what happens when your entire life plan disappears overnight. Ten days before her 37th birthday, the family business she'd wanted to run since age 16 closed its doors. Job gone. Title gone. Future gone. It was the worst day of her life, but she didn't stay there.They explore:When you lose everything, you discover what you're actually made of, and how resilience looks less like inspiration and more like showing up brokenThe moment someone told her the work was worth $1,000 and she believed it: how discovering your worth changes everythingThe ongoing battle: autoimmune disease, panic attacks since her 20s, a dysregulated nervous system, but continuing to say yes to what matters anywaySarah's story isn't about bouncing back perfectly or finding the silver lining. It's about climbing out of rock bottom while still carrying the wounds. It's about rebuilding while your body and mind are still fighting. It's raw, honest, and real.Connect with Sarah:Get her book, I Buried Her in a French Press: amazon.com/Buried-Her-French-Press-Finding/dp/1544549466?tag=syty-20Instagram: instagram.com/sarahbarneshumphreyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarahbarneshumphreyBlendedPledge.orgSarahBarnesHumphrey.comPodcasts: sarahbarneshumphrey.com/contentReferenced in this Episode:On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen: amazon.com/dp/059324303X/?tag=syty-20Lewis Howes Podcast: lewishowes.com/sogpodcast________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Wendy:LinkedinInstagram: @wendy.harropFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and TravelInterested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.comPodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

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Do you ever wonder what it really means for God to be your shepherd?In today's episode, Lauren Alessi invites us to pause and rediscover the true impact of Psalm 23:1 “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” We'll explore together how easy it is to let familiar verses lose their meaning, and why meditating on God's role as our caring guide can bring new peace and reassurance. As a community, we'll learn how God anticipates our needs, provides for us, and invites us to rest in His faithful care, especially in seasons of longing and uncertainty.Join us as we come together in prayer and devotion, embracing the comfort of God's presence and trusting Him with every need and desire.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Does life look different than you imagined it would?In today's episode, Lauren Alessi guides us through the reassurance found in Jeremiah 29:11, reminding us that even when our plans unravel, God's purpose remains. Together, we'll explore how to embrace those well-known Bible verses with fresh eyes and recognize that what feels like a holding season may actually be a part of His loving plan for our growth.Join us as we come together in prayer and devotion, trusting that God's hope and future are for each of us.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app