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I recently spoke with Michelle McAnaney, Founder and CEO of The College Spy. Michelle founded The College Spy® with this mission: Help students identify colleges that are a good fit for them and get accepted. Michelle is an expert in college admissions and a leader in her field. She has over 20 years of experience as an educator, counselor and consultant, assisting students in making smart choices to reach their full potential. She is current on the latest trends in college admissions. Her extensive admissions knowledge is coupled with firsthand experience with the colleges and universities your student will be considering. She tells students and families that the best way to get to know a college is to visit and she holds herself to the same standard. She visits approximately 40 colleges each year, attending information sessions and open houses, taking tours and meeting with admissions officers. In our conversation, Michelle and I discussed: Some of the biggest misconceptions students and parents have when it comes to gaining admission to selective colleges The role extracurriculars play in college admissions How student-led projects can help a student get into their dream college Michelle's experience with scholarships from when she worked in a high school And much more To connect with Michelle and learn more about how she works with students and families, go to thecollegespy.com ---------- If you or your student are struggling to identify things like a future college major or career, please check out the services offered by Flourish Coaching. Click here to learn more: https://courses.flourishcoachingco.com/a/2147584293/PLHdxFCx ---------- Starting your scholarship journey before senior year allows students to earn more scholarships, but it also builds a foundation for being a better scholarship applicant during their senior year. That is why Scholarship GPS started our Scholarship Navigator programs. These programs provide students with a custom list of scholarships, personalized help with scholarship applications and essays, and much more. To learn more about the Scholarship Navigator program for the Class of 2026, click here. To learn more about the Scholarship Navigator program for the Class of 2027 and Class of 2028, click here. ---------- I talk to numerous scholarship providers, and they all tell me that this one thing is why they reject applications - sometimes as many as 90% of the applications they receive! It's one of the most obvious and the most simple to correct, and it's the topic of the lesson entitled "How to Beat 90% of Scholarship Applicants” in the Scholarship GPS Course. ---------- This Week's Featured Scholarships: $2500 Intertech STEM Scholarship $4000 Huntington Scholarship $2000 Eye on the Future Teen Video Contest Odenza Vacations College Scholarship $2500 SoFi Scholarship Giveaway ---------- We know sending your student off to college is equal parts exciting and anxiety-producing; both for you and for them. Cards2College series of cards was created to allow you to pour your words of wisdom into your student one weekly card at a time. Each card has an inspirational quote and motivational message on one side, leaving the other side of the card for your weekly words! We know how busy life gets, so they've automated the process for you. When the intention is there, but the time isn't, Cards2College can help! Click here to learn more. ---------- Subscribe to our free newsletter, Your Daily Scholarship, here: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/

For over a decade, Lisa Marker-Robbins has helped roughly 4000 high school students and young adults gain the insight, experiences, and confidence they need to embark on their post-high school path. Along the way, however, she noticed an alarming trend: Teens struggled to find their true purpose–and the fallout wasn't pretty. There was a lot of uncertainty around college majors and future careers. As a result, students weren't graduating college on time, and even when they did, they often left college underemployed or unemployed altogether. Gaining college and career clarity not only sets up the student to thrive in college and puts them on the path to future career success, but it's also beneficial for finding and winning scholarships. More than half of the private scholarships my son won, both in high school and while in college, were directly related to his college major. The other scholarships, while open to students of all majors, were still won due to his compelling Personal Narrative - his story of his plans, with the ability to point to past achievements related to those plans. Whether your child is in high school or college, if they need clarification about their future career or even their college major, I can think of no better investment than the programs that Lisa and Flourish Coaching offer. Click here to learn more: https://courses.flourishcoachingco.com/a/2147584293/PLHdxFCx ---------- Crimson Coaching's President and Head Coach, Dr. P. (Dominique Padurano, Ph.D.) and Scholarship GPS's Creator and Coach Dave Peterson team up to share how students of any age can start preparing NOW to apply for outside college scholarships that could lead to a low- or NO-cost college degree. Students, parents, grandparents, and other loved ones are encouraged to attend -- with notebook and pen -- and to share news of this actionable webinar far and wide. Click here to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BGQq-1BYSBSdjpa3eRSX4A#/registration ---------- Last year, Isabella, one of my Class of 2024 scholarship coaching students was one of the iSparkle Scholarship winners. This was just one of many scholarships that Isabella won, and I share my interview with Isabella and her mom Heather is this episode. If you are a student in the Class of 2026, 2027, or even the Class of 2028, and would like to have the same kind of guidance and support on your scholarship journey that I provided to Isabella and Heather, please go to www.ScholarshipGPS.com/services and look at my various program offerings. I'm already working with a ton of high school freshmen and sophomores, and my Class of 2026 cohort is filling up. In fact, we've already had 3 of our exclusive bi-weekly webinar & Q&A sessions for the Class of 2026. With a FULL TUITION scholarship open for the Class of 2026, the time to start your scholarship journey is now. So, again, go to www.ScholarshipGPS.com/services to get started on your scholarship journey today. ---------- Check out this Scholarship GPS student who won a $5000 scholarship! Read the article here. This student is only a high school sophomore and already has accumulated $15,000 in scholarship wins! That's why I suggest starting on your student's scholarship journey early. Did you know that more than 50% of Scholarship GPS students who entered the VFW Voice of Democracy Contest in 2023 and 2024 won scholarships? Your student could be next! Check out our Class of 2026 program here and our program for high school sophomores and freshmen here. ---------- This week's featured scholarships: $1000 Equipment Leases Inc. Scholarship Glenn Miller Birthplace Society Scholarship Driver Education Initiative Award Scholarship $8000 Think for Yourself Scholarship iSparkle Scholarship Weekender: $1000 No Essay Scholarship ---------- Sign up for our FREE newsletter, Your Daily Scholarship: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/

Some of the trickiest essays to pin down on college applications are the Why College/Why Academic Interest essays. In the first part of this episode, we share why these essays are frustrating, the format of these essays, and how to write them. We then welcome on special guest Lisa Marker-Robbins, Founder of Flourish Coaching, who's helped over 4,000 high school students and young adults gain the insight, experiences, and confidence they need to successfully embark on their post-high school path. She busts some myths about the Why College/Why Academic Interest essays, reveals some findings of her study of the Top 50 public universities and their admissions practices, and shares her best advice for students who truly don't know what to major in. Get Lisa's resources at FlourishCoachingCo.com/Majors and check out her College and Career Clarity podcast, and subscribe to College Bound Mentor on your favorite podcast platform and learn more at CollegeBoundMentor.com

Send us a Text Message.Have you ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure about how to move forward as a mom?Welcome to a deep-dive conversation with Kelly Sinning from Fulfill and Flourish Coaching. This week, Kelly shares her inspiring journey and expert insights on overcoming the challenges of motherhood. With over a decade of experience as a licensed therapist and a mom, Kelly uniquely understands the struggles that come with trying to conceive and the postpartum phase.Kelly shared the emotional toll of experiencing multiple miscarriages. Initially, she received empathy and questions about her well-being, but over time, the support dwindled. This left her feeling even more isolated and numb. Kelly emphasized the importance of allowing women to grieve openly without rushing their healing process.One of the critical points Kelly addressed was the invisible nature of many mental health hardships. By the time people around her understood her struggles, she had already reached her emotional capacity. This led to feelings of loneliness and isolation, even with a robust support network. She pinpointed how friends and family often run out of empathy, contributing further to her feelings of aloneness.Kelly's advice for new and expecting mothers is twofold:1. Accept That You Are Both Birthing a Baby and Being Reborn as a Mother: Each child brings a new experience, and it's okay to give yourself grace during this learning process.2. Prepare Early: Research therapists, coaches, and support systems before giving birth. Knowing who to turn to can significantly reduce the stress of seeking help when you're already overwhelmed.She also suggests practical tips like outsourcing tasks, using paper plates to reduce dishwashing, and focusing on essential activities to keep things manageable.We talk about:00:00 Intro03:56 The Struggles of Recurrent Miscarriages07:14 The Emotional Toll of Loss13:33 Pregnancy and Postpartum Challenges19:51 Recognizing and Addressing Postpartum Depression25:49 Navigating Relationship Challenges Postpartum26:21 Creating a Postpartum Plan29:18 Recognizing and Addressing Postpartum Depression30:53 The Importance of Support Systems34:34 Therapy vs. Coaching for New Moms40:23 Introducing the Reclaim and Restore Retreat45:12 Advice for Expecting and New Moms51:05 Final Thoughts and ResourcesConnect with KellyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/Kelly.the.momcoach Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/birthbabysleep  Get 10% off her coaching services here: www.Fulfillandflourishcoaching.com https://www.fulfillandflourishcoaching.com/resources https://www.fulfillandflourishcoaching.com/blog Connect with meInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholebundle/https://thewholebundle.com/

This week, I'm joined by Mike Bergin, who has 30 years of intensive experience in every aspect of standardized test preparation. Mike is the founder of Chariot Learning, which delivers on the promise of what truly transformative, individualized education can and should be. Mike is also the founding President of the Board of Directors of the National Test Prep Association, the creator of the TestBright SAT & ACT curriculum system and Roots2Words vocabulary program, and the co-host of the college admissions industry podcast Tests and the Rest. In our light-hearted interview, Mike shares the 7 steps to a terrible college essay—a fun way to drive home what NOT to do and the flip side of his article, 7 Steps To An Amazing College Essay. ------- I am a strong advocate for the work of Lisa Marker-Robbins and Flourish Coaching. For over a decade, Lisa has helped over 3,600 high school students and young adults gain the insight, experiences, and confidence they need to embark on their post-high school path. Along the way, however, she noticed an alarming trend: Teens struggled to find their true purpose–and the fallout wasn't pretty. There was a lot of uncertainty around college majors and future careers. As a result, students weren't graduating college on time, and even when they did, they often left college underemployed or unemployed altogether. From my perspective, gaining college and career clarity not only sets up the student to thrive in college and puts them on the path to future career success, but it's also beneficial for finding and winning scholarships. More than half of the private scholarships my son won, both in high school and while in college, were directly related to his college major. The other scholarships, while open to students of all majors, were still won due to his compelling Personal Narrative - his story of his future plans, with the ability to point to past achievements related to those plans. Whether your child is in high school or college, if they are unclear about their future career or even their college major, I can think of no better investment than to look into the programs that Lisa and Flourish Coaching offer. To learn more, go to http://www.FlourishCoachingCo.com/NoDebtMajors ------- Scholarship GPS is an online course that serves as your guide to the world of scholarships. This comprehensive course is packed with insightful and concise video lessons, each ranging from approximately three to ten minutes, offering the flexibility to seamlessly fit into your busy schedule. As a loyal Scholarship GPS Podcast listener, you have exclusive early access to the course, allowing you to dive into over 40 available lessons while new content is consistently being added. This is your opportunity to gain a competitive edge in your scholarship journey. What sets Scholarship GPS apart is the inclusion of BONUS LESSONS from trusted professionals in college admissions, test prep, and other crucial areas related to college readiness. These bonus lessons offer invaluable introductory knowledge from experts in their fields. To express my gratitude, I'm excited to offer you LIFETIME ACCESS to Scholarship GPS at a significantly discounted pre-launch rate of just $57 when you use coupon code AUGUST24 at checkout. This exclusive offer is a token of appreciation for Scholrship GPS Podcast listeners and is available as the course continues to evolve. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embark on your scholarship journey today. Remember, coupon code AUGUST24 expires on August 15, 2024. Go to www.ScholarshipGPS.com to sign up today. ------- Links to the articles for this week's featured scholarships: CollegeXpress Back-to-School Scholarship: You will Simply fill out the registration form based on your year in high school: 9th Graders: Apply with this link. 10th Graders: Apply with this link. 11th Graders: Apply with this link. 12th Graders: Apply with this link. $2500 Justice Solutions Group Future Mentors Scholarship $1000 Excellence in Academics and Performing Arts Scholarship $1000 Safety On The Road Scholarship $30,000 Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship $2500 SoFi Scholarship Giveaway  If you are not yet a member of SoFi you will need to register before participating in the Sweepstakes. (If you are looking for a new account to save your scholarship winnings, use this link to open an account with SoFi to get an extra $25! Opening an account is NOT a requirement for entering the scholarship sweepstakes.)

What would you do if Money were no issue? What stage of life are you in currently, and how does that change your plan for your Money, how does that change your goals around Money, and how does that change how you think about Money? Are you ready to transform your financial future? After a one-week hiatus (sorry - summer vacations got in the way of recording), Shawn & George are back to talk to Sara LaChance, owner, founder and financial coach at Flourish Coaching. Sara wants to help people and prevent the mistakes, arguments, and stress that accompany money. Money is a powerful tool that can be used for so much good. Sara hopes to help people achieve their money goals and make real change in the world. Sara works with and has programs for Independent Adults, Newly Engaged Couples, Married Couples and Business Owners, but she focuses on Divorced Women and Single Moms.  You can reach Sara at: Her website - www.WeAreFlourishCoaching.com Email - Sara@TheFlourishCompanies.com Instagram - @she_fights_for Facebook - Sara LaChance Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Please also visit our sponsors: Magic Mind - https://www.magicmind.com/CRUSHING20. Shawn has been using Magic Mind to crank out work since being back from vacation, and it has helped his focus and energy with no crash and and no high. Sam Cohen of Attorneys First Insurance for Attorneys and Title Companies looking to get a quote on Errors & Ommissions (malpractice) Insurance coverage. www.AttorneysFirst.com.   Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com.  And please consider a donation to support Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MYLegacyStriders08  

This week I'm joined by John Fisher of the New York Injury & Malpractice Law Firm, the sponsor of the Sam's Legacy - Fighting to End Drunk Driving Scholarship, to discuss the the young man this scholarship honors and the things they are looking for in an application. ------- I am a strong advocate for the work of Lisa Marker-Robbins and Flourish Coaching. For over a decade, Lisa has helped over 3,600 high school students and young adults gain the insight, experiences, and confidence they need to embark on their post-high school path. Along the way, however, she noticed an alarming trend: Teens struggled to find their true purpose–and the fallout wasn't pretty. There was a lot of uncertainty around college majors and future careers. As a result, students weren't graduating college on time, and even when they did, they often left college underemployed or unemployed altogether. From my perspective, gaining college and career clarity not only sets up the student to thrive in college and puts them on the path to future career success, but it's also beneficial for finding and winning scholarships. More than half of the private scholarships my son won, both in high school and while in college, were directly related to his college major. The other scholarships, while open to students of all majors, were still won due to his compelling Personal Narrative - his story of his future plans, with the ability to point to past achievements related to those plans. Whether your child is in high school or college, if they are unclear about their future career or even their college major, I can think of no better investment than to look into the programs that Lisa and Flourish Coaching offer. To learn more, go to http://www.FlourishCoachingCo.com/NoDebtMajors ------- Click here to listen to the interview with my Class of 2024 $100,000+ Scholarship Winner, Talon and his mom: https://www.scholarshipgps.com/blog/fcded83f-265c-45cd-95de-8322043c390c ------- Scholarship GPS is my new online, on-demand, video-based course where I share my insights on how to find and earn scholarships. Each lesson is designed to be short, typically between three and ten minutes. This unique ‘bite-sized' learning model is tailored to fit into your busy schedule, empowering you to learn at your own pace. As a Scholarship GPS Podcast listener, you can get access to the course before the general public. It's important to note that the course is a work in progress. While there are still lessons to be added, over 40 lessons are already uploaded and ready for viewing, and new lessons will be added regularly. This allows you to hit the ground running while new lessons are being prepared and added regularly. One of the things that makes Scholarship GPS unique is the BONUS LESSONS included in the course. I know scholarships, but I don't know college admissions, test prep, or other things related to college prep. But I do know professionals with expertise in those things. These trusted professionals have lessons INCLUDED in the course—a kind of high-level “101” introduction to their area of expertise. As a thank you for your support, you can access the course at a heavily discounted pre-launch rate! You can sign up for LIFETIME ACCESS to the Scholarship GPS course for only $47! Simply use coupon code JULY2024 at checkout. Click here to sign up! Remember, this special offer is ONLY for Scholarship GPS Podcast listeners and is being offered at this discounted rate because the course is still a work in progress. But while I build out the rest of the course, you can start on your scholarship journey today! Don't delay; coupon code JULY2024 expires on July 31, 2024. ------- Links to the articles for this week's featured scholarships: MoolahSPOT Scholarship: https://open.substack.com/pub/nodebtcollege/p/yet-another-why-do-you-deserve-to?r=21d400&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Clubs of America Scholarship: https://open.substack.com/pub/nodebtcollege/p/1000-clubs-of-america-scholarship-38b?r=21d400&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Cyberbullying Awareness Scholarship: https://open.substack.com/pub/nodebtcollege/p/2000-cyberbullying-awareness-scholarship?r=21d400&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Hometown Pride Scholarship: https://open.substack.com/pub/nodebtcollege/p/2000-hometown-pridescholarship?r=21d400&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Who Inspires You Scholarship: https://open.substack.com/pub/nodebtcollege/p/1000-who-inspires-you-scholarship-7c9?r=21d400&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Sam's Legacy - Fighting to End Drunk Driving Scholarship: https://open.substack.com/pub/nodebtcollege/p/sams-legacy-fighting-to-end-drunk?r=21d400&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Sallie Mae Weekend Scholarship: https://open.substack.com/pub/nodebtcollege/p/weekender-2000-scholarship-sweepstakes-99e?r=21d400&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true    

Links to the articles for this week's featured scholarships: Courage to Grow: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/publish/post/145577473?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled Unigo Flavor of the Month: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/publish/post/145577712?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled Platt Family Essay Contest: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/publish/post/145578042?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled Scholarship for Aggressive Scholarship Applicants: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/publish/post/145546924?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled Rustic Pathways Global Perspectives Scholarship: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/publish/post/145579386?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled This week I am joined by Alex McKercher. Alex is the Founder of Career Pursuit. His vision is to see Millennials and Gen Z find purpose and financial prosperity through rewarding careers, ultimately enabling them to lead fulfilling lives and make a meaningful impact on the world. Career Pursuit does this by equipping its clients with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to navigate today's job market successfully, leading to a rewarding career. In our conversation, Alex shares his views on: The overall job outlook for current students and recent grads. How job applicants need to present themselves to land a job (which also works for scholarships, as well!). The careers and college majors that will be in demand over the next 5-10 years. Why going to college to “find your passion” is no longer practical. To connect with this week's guest, Alex McKercher from Career Pursuit, go to CareerPursuit.net or on LinkedIn.   Alex stressed the importance of knowing your passion and career path. If your student is unsure of their path, check out the fantastic programs offered by Flourish Coaching. Having college major and career clarity will not only help with college admissions and future job prospects, but it's also a key part of scholarship success. Go to FlourishCoachinCo.com/NoDebtMajors to learn more.   If you are interested in a CapitalOne Student Credit Card, please use this link. (In full disclosure, by using the previous link, I will earn a referral bonus if you or your student is approved for a CapitalOne credit card. Your identity and information are NOT shared with me.)   If you or your student are struggling with debt, check out Kelly Sjostrom's fantastic program, and use discount code DAVE24 to save 15%: https://kellysjostrom.com/courseditchdebt   Scholarship GPS is my new online, on-demand, video-based course where I share my insights on how to find and earn scholarships. Each lesson is designed to be short, typically between three and ten minutes. This unique ‘bite-sized' learning model is tailored to fit into your busy schedule, empowering you to learn at your own pace. As a Your Daily Scholarship subscriber, you can get access to the course before the general public. It's important to note that the course is a work in progress. While there are still lessons to be added, over 20 lessons are already uploaded and ready for viewing, and new lessons will be added regularly. This allows you to hit the ground running while new lessons are being prepared and added regularly. One of the things that makes Scholarship GPS unique is the BONUS LESSONS included in the course. I know scholarships, but I don't know college admissions, test prep, or other things related to college prep. But I do know professionals with expertise in those things. These trusted professionals have lessons INCLUDED in the course—a kind of high-level “101” introduction to their area of expertise. As a thank you for your support, you can access the course at a heavily discounted pre-launch rate! You can sign up for LIFETIME ACCESS to the Scholarship GPS course for only $47! Simply use coupon code JULY2024 at checkout. Click here to sign up! Remember, this special offer is ONLY for Your Daily Scholarship subscribers and is being offered at this discounted rate because the course is still a work in progress. But while I build out the rest of the course, you can start on your scholarship journey today! Don't delay; coupon code JULY2024 expires on July 31, 2024.

Danny Kofke worked as a school teacher for 18 years; he has written several personal finance books, including A Bright Financial Future: Teaching Kids about Money Pre-K Through College for Lifelong Success. Danny has appeared on numerous national television shows, including Fox & Friends, CNN's Newsroom, The 700 Club, and MSNBC Live. Danny has been interviewed on over 600 radio shows and featured in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Huff Post, and Money Magazine. Danny is one of my colleagues at Mentoro, where he serves as a Motivational Mentor. In our conversation, Danny shares his views on: How to lead young people to be better money managers and achieve financial success, and how social media can make that harder. How to help young people understand the value of work, budgeting, and long-term goals, and how your actions as a parent speak louder than words. Whether teens can truly understand the impact of student loans and how to have conversations about debt. Whether teens and college students should have credit cards. And much more… To connect with Danny, go to MyMentoro.com and check out Danny's podcast, Run With The Bulls. Danny mentioned that, unlike when he and I were in college, students today need to be much more clear about their major and future career plans, and at a much younger age. If your student is unsure of their path, check out the fantastic programs offered by Flourish Coaching. Having college major and career clarity will not only help with college admissions, but it's a key part of scholarship success. Go to FlourishCoachingCo.com/NoDebtMajors to learn more.   Scholarship GPS is my new online, on-demand, video-based course where I share my insights on how to find and earn scholarships. Each lesson is designed to be short, typically between three and ten minutes. This unique ‘bite-sized' learning model is tailored to fit into your busy schedule, empowering you to learn at your own pace. As a Your Daily Scholarship subscriber, you can get access to the course before the general public. It's important to note that the course is a work in progress. While there are still lessons to be added, over 30 lessons are already uploaded and ready for viewing, and new lessons will be added regularly. This allows you to hit the ground running while new lessons are being prepared and added regularly. One of the things that makes Scholarship GPS unique is the BONUS LESSONS included in the course. I know scholarships, but I don't know college admissions, test prep, or other things related to college prep. But I do know professionals with expertise in those things. These trusted professionals have lessons INCLUDED in the course—a kind of high-level “101” introduction to their area of expertise. As a thank you for your support, you can access the course at a heavily discounted pre-launch rate! You can sign up for LIFETIME ACCESS to the Scholarship GPS course for only $37! Simply use coupon code June2024 at checkout. Click here to sign up! Remember, this special offer is ONLY for Your Daily Scholarship subscribers and is being offered at this discounted rate because the course is still a work in progress. But while I build out the rest of the course, you can start on your scholarship journey today! Don't delay; coupon code TALON expires tomorrow (6/30/24) at 11:30pm Eastern Time.  

Today's episode is brought to you by Flourish Coaching, where we equip teens to pick a college major on time. Many colleges aren't telling the families the whole story about how admissions works. Learn the untold truth about college major-specific admissions at http://www.flourishcoachingco.com/nodebtmajors.   Click here to learn more about today's featured scholarship: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/publish/post/143673805?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled   Celebrate your student's accomplishments with a custom diploma frame from Church Hill Classics. Use promo code Dave15 at checkout to take $15 off $100+ orders at diplomaframe.com/DaveFrames.   Become a Your Daily Scholarship Podast Patron for just $5/month. You will get tips and suggestions for every scholarship featured on the show, bonus content from our expert interviews, and discounts and offers not available to the general public. Go to https://patron.podbean.com/YourDailyScholarship to learn more.

This week, Emily Phillippi of Flourish Coaching sits down with Brit as she discusses the Enneagram as a tool for personal and team development, highlighting its roots in ancient wisdom traditions. She explains the process of using the Enneagram, from taking the test to understanding reading styles and the importance of coaching, emphasizing its role in enhancing interpersonal connections. TIMESTAMPS: 2:06: Enneagrams for teams 8:32: What got Emily into Enneagram 14:20: "Enneagram as a wisdom tool" 16:13: Step one: Taking the test 18:06: Step two: Figuring out which reading style you are 19:04: Getting a coach 19:34: About Flourish Coaching 20:05: Group workshops 21:10: The ancient spiritual roots of the Enneagram 23:25: Sub-types 25:25: Wings 28:20: Why now? 32:29: A means for connections LINK: flourishcoaching.biz MUSIC: "Surefire" (Wilderado) ©2024 The Furious Curious, Britton Rice

I recently had the privilege of speaking with Lisa Marker Robbins of Flourish Coaching. From her early days as a classroom teacher to the establishment of LEAP, a test prep, tutoring, and independent college counseling organization, Lisa has positively impacted thousands of students. In 2021, Lisa's commitment led her to start Flourish Coaching to guide students and young adults through her 5 part framework, providing career clarity for life after graduation. In our conversation, Lisa shared: Why “beginning with the end in mind” is essential for college and career success. What “high value” extracurriculars are, and why they are important. How extracurriculars impact college admissions and scholarship success. How college major clarity impacts a student's ability to gain admittance into their preferred college and scholarships. How jobs fit into a student's extracurricular profile. Access Lisa's free on-demand video about how to guide your teen to choose the right major, college, & career... (...without painting themselves into a corner, missing crucial deadlines, or risking choices you both regret) at FlourishCoachingCo.com/NoDebt And don't miss Lisa's appearance on the Tests and the Rest Podcast.

Today's episode is brought to you by Flourish Coaching, where we equip teens to pick a college major on time. Many colleges aren't telling the families the whole story about how admissions works. Learn the untold truth about college major-specific admissions at http://www.flourishcoachingco.com/nodebtmajors.   Click here to learn more about today's featured scholarship: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/publish/post/143713548?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled   Become a Your Daily Scholarship Podast Patron for just $5/month. You will get tips and suggestions for every scholarship featured on the show, bonus content from our expert interviews, and discounts and offers not available to the general public. Go to https://patron.podbean.com/YourDailyScholarship to learn more.

Today's episode is brought to you by Flourish Coaching, where we equip teens to pick a college major on time. Many colleges aren't telling the families the whole story about how admissions works. Learn the untold truth about college major-specific admissions at http://www.flourishcoachingco.com/nodebtmajors.   Click here to learn more about today's featured scholarship: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/publish/post/143713192?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled   Become a Your Daily Scholarship Podast Patron for just $5/month. You will get tips and suggestions for every scholarship featured on the show, bonus content from our expert interviews, and discounts and offers not available to the general public. Go to https://patron.podbean.com/YourDailyScholarship to learn more.

Today's episode is brought to you by Flourish Coaching, where we equip teens to pick a college major on time. Many colleges aren't telling the families the whole story about how admissions works. Learn the untold truth about college major-specific admissions at http://www.flourishcoachingco.com/nodebtmajors.   Click here to learn more about today's featured scholarship: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/publish/post/143674125?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled   Become a Your Daily Scholarship Podast Patron for just $5/month. You will get tips and suggestions for every scholarship featured on the show, bonus content from our expert interviews, and discounts and offers not available to the general public. Go to https://patron.podbean.com/YourDailyScholarship to learn more.

This week, we talk to Emily Phillippi about The Enneagram and what it means to learn about ourselves. In our conversation, we dive into the Enneagram's origins, nine core types, and practical applications in personal growth, relationships, and coaching. Join us as we explore its power for self-awareness, navigating blind spots, and fostering compassion within relationships. Emily has been voraciously studying the Enneagram for years. Noting the unique way the Enneagram puts clear language to the motivation behind the things we do.. and the narratives we tell ourselves, Emily found the concepts tremendously insightful and practical for her own self-awareness and personal growth. She decided to pursue coursework to become a certified Enneagram Coach in 2021, taking on initial clients in the summer of 2022. She has found the Enneagram to be quite useful in marriages, giving couples insight into and increased compassion for their partner. Emily's passion for reflection, introspection, relationships, and intentional living combined with her B.A. in Psychology (...and English and French) and M.A. in Education have found their home in Enneagram coaching. LINKS: www.flourishcoaching.biz TIMESTAMPS: 01:00: Intro 02:28: What is Enneagram? 07:55: The Different Types 09:00: Types 8, 9 and 1 (The Gut Triad) 15:22: Types 2,3 and 4 (The Heart Triad) 23:56: Type: 5,6,7 "The Head Triad) 32:02 : Your “unhealthy” “maladaptive" state  36:12: Stances 46:28: S.N.A.P (Stop Notice Ask Pivot)  52: 45: Making friends with what you dislike about yourself. 55:32: Integrating Enneagram into relationships. MUSIC: "Who Are You?" (The Who), "Japanese jazzy lofi type beat" (kitsune) ©2024 The Furious Curious

Today's episode is brought to you by Flourish Coaching, where we equip teens to pick a college major on time. Many colleges aren't telling the families the whole story about how admissions works. Learn the untold truth about college major-specific admissions at http://www.flourishcoachingco.com/nodebtmajors.   Click here to learn more about today's featured scholarship: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/publish/post/142981225?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled   Become a Your Daily Scholarship Podast Patron for just $5/month. You will get tips and suggestions for every scholarship featured on the show, bonus content from our expert interviews, and discounts and offers not available to the general public. Go to https://patron.podbean.com/YourDailyScholarship to learn more.

Applicants often look at the requirements and selectivity of a school as standard for every one of its courses of study, only to find that certain programs are WAY harder to get into than others. Amy and Mike invited educator Lisa Marker-Robbins to explain how colleges admit by major. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What does it mean to apply to a school by major? What factors need to be taken into account when considering certain majors? What can families do to know if a college admits by major? How does a college determine if your teen is a fit for a specific major? What advice do you have for a student who is unsure of their major? MEET OUR GUEST Lisa Marker Robbins is an entrepreneur in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her passion and purpose throughout her career has been to serve high school students and young adults on launching into their future. With that greater purpose, she has been a classroom teacher, 23 years ago started her company LEAP, a test prep, tutoring and independent college counseling organization that has helped thousands, and in 2021, started Flourish Coaching to guide students and young adults through her 5 part framework towards getting career clarity for what comes after graduation. Lisa first appeared on episode #119 to discuss how HOW TEST PREP PROS AND FINANCIAL PLANNERS CAN WORK TOGETHER, in episode #227 to discuss STRATEGIES FOR SELECTING A COLLEGE MAJOR ON TIME and in episode #363 for a SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Launch College & Career Clarity Course. Find Lisa at https://flourishcoachingco.com. LINKS The Untold Truth About College Major-Specific Admissions 5 Essential Questions to Ask Colleges Before Submitting Applications RELATED EPISODES WHY THIS COLLEGE, WHY THIS MAJOR? COMPARING MOST POPULAR AND MOST LUCRATIVE COLLEGE MAJORS DO COLLEGE MAJORS MATTER? ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, feel free to get in touch through our contact page.  

In this engaging episode, we dive deep into personal story of transformation, faith, and the life-changing power of God's grace. We'll hear from Sylvia Puentes, who shares her journey from darkness to light, from doubt to faith. Join us as Sylvia recounts her encounter with Jesus and the profound impact it had on her life. Here are some key highlights to know more about this episode: Sylvia shares her powerful testimony of encountering God's presence and experiencing a profound transformation in her life. Sylvia opens up about the challenges she faced, including struggles with identity, forgiveness, and the influence of the enemy. Despite facing doubts and fears, Sylvia shares how she found solace and strength in her relationship with Jesus. Through her journey, Sylvia learned the importance of forgiveness and its liberating power Sylvia emphasizes the significance of obedience and surrender in her spiritual journey. Sylvia encourages listeners to share the love of God with others, emphasizing the transformative impact of His love on our lives. One moment in His [Jesus'] presence will transform your life, and that's what it did for me. So, when I came out of that encounter, my life was completely different. I was completely different. He healed me from the inside out. - Sylvia Puentes Never underestimate the power of sharing the gospel and praying for someone.  - Sylvia Puentes About the Guest: Sylvia Puentes, creator & host of Saved by Grace Podcast, is a faith-based coach, mentor, entrepreneur, and mother of two. Despite facing adversity, Sylvia discovered her identity as a child of God with a purpose. Her journey includes founding a successful home healthcare agency in New York and Flourish Coaching, empowering women to embrace their faith and leadership roles. Through her podcast Saved by Grace, Sylvia shares stories of hope, restoration, and God's unwavering love, inspiring listeners from all walks of life. Connect with Sylvia Puentes at: Website: https://www.sylviapuentesspeaks.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sylvia.puentes.79 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sylpuentes/?hl=en Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saved-by-grace-podcast/id1707939654 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@savedbygracepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-huey/message

Although it can sometimes seem like it, admissions officers aren't in the business of crushing your teen's dreams. They want to make things possible for as many students as possible, and that's where a college major-based admissions process can come into play. Each university can only accommodate a certain number of students in each program, so this type of application can help admissions staff focus on the students that are truly interested in the major and most likely to thrive.When it comes to schools that admit by major, you might be surprised to learn that certain majors at these schools might be restricted to your student applying only as a 12th grader. For instance, if your child wants to study Computer Science at UIUC, they can only be admitted as a freshman or a transfer from another school. Your student must work in high school to identify a college major that aligns with their wiring. Andy warns not to try to take a shortcut into these highly competitive majors by applying for a different major in the hopes of transferring into your student's desired field later. Trying to game the system isn't wise. In these cases, your teen will be better off attending a different university where they have an assured start in their top choice major.Of course, this kind of application process can feel unfair to your high schooler who is just on the cusp of adulthood. That's where the Flourish Coaching course Launch Career Clarity comes in. Our online course with live support aims to help your teen discover the right college major, so your teen finds the right college and has more favorable outcomes. Highlights What is college admission by majorWhat majors are among the most popular and, therefore most competitiveHow do restricted majors eliminate options for many high school studentsWhen can your teen choose a second college majorQuestion to ask colleges about admission by majorAbout Andy Borst:Andy Borst is the Director of Undergraduate Admissions with responsibility for recruiting, admitting, and enrolling new freshmen and new transfer students to the university. Prior to joining the University of Illinois, he served in the same position at Western Illinois University from 2011 to 2016. Andy serves on the Admissions Practices committee for the Illinois Association of College Admissions Counseling, which reviews and enforces ethical standards for college admissions in the State of Illinois. He earned a B.S. from Buena Vista University, an M.B.A. from St. Ambrose University, and a Ph.D. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of Iowa.Episode References:Launch College & Career Clarity CourseUIUC Tool on MajorsGet Lisa's Free on-demand video: How-to guide for your teen to choose the right major, college, & career...(without painting themselves into a corner, missing crucial deadlines, or risking choices you both regret). https://flourishcoachingco.com/videoConnect with Lisa:Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flourishcoachingcoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co

Have you ever blamed God for the disappointments in your life? In this episode Minister Paula talks with Sylvia Puentes. Sylvia who is the creator and host of Saved by Grace Podcast is a faith-based coach, mentor, nurse, entrepreneur, international speaker, Kingdom influencer, and mother of two amazing souls. At one of the lowest points in her life, she discovered that she was a child of God, intentionally created with a plan, a purpose, and a destiny. She has been extremely successful in her business endeavors. This consists of creating and owning a prestigious, home healthcare agency in New York, as well as establishing Flourish Coaching. Through her coaching, she empowers women to grow in their faith and become the leaders God has called them to be. Sylvia's story is one of resilience; this inspires and resonates with people from all walks of life. Through her podcast, Saved by Grace, she aims to share stories of hope, restoration, and God's faithful love. Connect with Sylvia via email: savedbygracepdcst@gmail.com Facebook: Facebook.com/savedbygracepdcst Instagram: instagram.com/saved_bygracepodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@savedbygracepodcast?si=Oqa2JEaNPLQbZ7hO “There is an enemy out there who wants to keep us from the plans and purpose God has for us.” Sylvia Puentes

At many schools, like the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, prospective students must apply to a specific major when applying to college during the high school senior year. Since this is not standard at all colleges, it can be a confusing hurdle for many high schoolers and their families - but it doesn't have to be. What does this mean for your teen? In this episode with Andy Borst, UIUC's Director of Undergraduate Admissions, you'll learn how college major-based admissions works and how to set your teen up to successfully navigate the process.EPISODE NOTESAlthough it can sometimes seem like it, admissions officers aren't in the business of crushing your teen's dreams. In fact, they want to make things possible for as many students as they can, and that's where a college major-based admissions process can come into play. Each university can only accommodate a certain number of students in each program, so this type of application can help admissions staff focus on the students that are truly interested in the major and most likely to thrive. When it comes to schools that admit by major, you might be surprised to learn that certain majors at these schools might be restricted to your student applying only as a 12th grader. For instance, if your child wants to study Computer Science at UIUC, they can only be admitted as a freshman or a transfer from another school. This means it's crucial that your student does the work in high school to identify a college major that aligns to their wiring. Andy warns not to try to take a shortcut into these highly competitive majors by applying for a different major in the hopes of transferring into your student's desired field later. Trying to game the system isn't wise. In these cases, your teen will be better off attending a different university where they have an assured start in their top choice major. Of course, this kind of application process can feel unfair to your high schooler who is just on the cusp of adulthood. That's where the Flourish Coaching course Launch Career Clarity comes in. In our online course with live support, our goal is to help your teen discover the right college major so your teen finds the right college and has more favorable outcomes. Links mentioned in this episodeLaunch College & Career Clarity CourseUIUC Tool on MajorsTimeline●  [00:17] - Introduction●  [02:21] - How applications to individual majors work●  [06:19] - The role that capacity plays in the admissions process●  [07:07] - What do universities look for?●  [08:58] - How important are extracurriculars?●  [10:56] - Can students change majors later on?●  [14:57] - How common are restricted majors?●  [18:17] - Transparency in the process●  [21:19] - Finding your fit at Illinois

AKA Gain the Self-awareness, Tools, and Experiences Necessary to Flourish as an Adult with career counselor Lisa Marker-Robbins What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is the story behind the Launch College & Career Clarity Course? How does the Launch College & Career Clarity Course work? Who currently uses the Launch College & Career Clarity Course?  What kinds of outcomes do users experience?  What should someone curious about the Launch College & Career Clarity Course know about it? ABOUT LAUNCH COLLEGE & CAREER CLARITY Flourish Coaching helps students identify their best fit college major and future career that is aligned to their individual hardwired personality, values, and aptitudes. Students are guided through the 3 pillars of successful planning so they can Know Themself, Know Careers, and then Know Their Path.  This trusted framework, cited by Forbes as a first step in increasing the return on the college investment, is taught inside the Launch Career Clarity course developed from Lisa's previous 1:1 coaching model she started in 2010 and used with 3,000 individuals.  Private pay families as well as independent counselors, high schools, and nonprofits now use the Launch course to gain crucial insights. Thousands of students later, Lisa knows it is possible for students to make informed decisions on college majors and colleges, so they don't eliminate or limit their options.   Lisa Marker Robbins has worked with teens for over 30 years and is a Master Birkman Method Certified Coach. To understand the college planning timeline and how college major and career identification fits into the process, grab Lisa's College Planning Timeline.  Visit the Flourish Coaching site to learn more about the Launch College & Career Clarity Course. To learn more, please contact Lisa at lmr@leaprogram.com. ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, feel free to get in touch through our contact page.

Lisa Marker Robbins understands how overwhelming the college-bound journey can be for families. She takes joy in watching her clients move from overwhelmed and confused to motivated, clear, and confident about what comes after graduation. With information is power, and Lisa's purpose is to guide families to be able to make informed decisions. For over 30 years, Lisa has professionally worked with teenagers and their parents. She began as a teacher then became an independent college counselor in 1999 as she started her first company LEAP, a test prep, academic, and college coaching company. In 2010, she began her work as a college major and career coach. A Master Certified Birkman personality coach, Lisa is a recognized expert in her field having worked with well over 3,500 individuals. Most recently she's started the College and Career Clarity podcast that aligns with her Flourish Coaching course, Launch Career Clarity, and also serves teens and their parents privately. She also helps through high schools that utilize her course and coaching.  Learn more about Lisa Marker Robbins and her programs at FlourishCoachingCo.com and be sure to download her free college planning timeline.  You can also learn more from Lisa on her podcast, Flourish Coaching Podcast.  And be sure to follow her on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn or Twitter.

I can't wait to introduce you to a new friend of mine!  Brittany Seabury is a certified professional coach, speaker, and facilitator.  As the founder of Flourish Coaching, she is passionate about helping women connect with who they are and where God is taking them. Brittany coaches high-performing women of faith, helping them get free from fear so that they can live the life God created them for. You can follow her on Instagram @_flourish_coaching_ and on Facebook @flourishwithbrittany.For more information, you may visit her website, https://www.flourishwithbrittany.com or email her at brittany@flourishwithbrittany.com. Have you checked out The Collective? Go to www.insidethecollective.com. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook @inside.thecollective or on Pinterest @insidethecollective. And you can find me @amykathleen.ak on Instagram.  Come say hello!Questions? Email us at hello@insidethecollective.com.  We'd love to hear from you!  

[CLIENT TESTIMONIAL] - Laura's Metamorphosis from a Caterpillar to Butterfly You Decide It's Time to Welcome in Your Metamorphosis When Laura and I had our first chat, she was feeling stuck... unhappy and so much discomfort in her life. She knew there was more but had NO IDEA...how? Feeling stuck? Unhappy in your current career path...or unaligned in one you are pursuing? Feeling unhappy and lacking love in your body? Do you desire more in your relationships... With Yourself, Your partner(s), and friendships? Then, this episode is for you. Laura was at the same place before we started working together. Laura had a job at a hospital and was going to nursing school. She felt like she was super disconnected from this path into nursing and felt extremely unhappy! Through doing the inner work, she become extremely clear on what she was here to do...She decided it was time to do the DEEP healing work and then chase her goals by enrolling in Fearless & Flourish, not once...but twice! Even if you have no interest in Fearless & Flourish Coaching...Laura's journey is one that will just inspire you in your own life and really challenge you to step into that next version of yourself! She faced her fears, took a leap, and now is living a life of deep self love and expansion.... She EVEN started her OWN business! If you have been playing small, it is about time you start chasing your dreams. If you are sitting there wondering if investing in a coach is a good idea, I dare you to listen to Laura's story, and you'll thank me later. Listen to Laura's experience. Key Talking Points of the Episode: - Laura's current reality before coaching - What made Laura hire me? - How Laura QUIT Nursing school to pursue a more aligned career path - How Laura's life COMPLETELY shifted - Laura's message to anyone afraid to invest --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/findyourfearless/message

Show Sponsor: CooperVision Lisa Marker Robbins is an entrepreneur in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her passion and purpose throughout her career has been to serve high school students and young adults on launching into their future. With that greater purpose, she has been a classroom teacher, 23 years ago started her company LEAP a test prep, tutoring and independent college counseling organization that has helped thousands, and in 2021 has started her new brand Flourish Coaching to guide students and young adults through her 5-part framework towards getting career clarity for what comes after graduation.   Contact:   https://flourishcoachingco.com/   Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/launchcareerclarity   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flourishcoachingco   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/

The college experience is influenced not only by choice of major but by when that major is chosen.  Amy and Mike invited educator Lisa Marker-Robbins to provide strategies for selecting a college major.  What are five things you will learn in this episode? Why are students told that “undecided” is okay and to experiment in college? What does “on time” mean in terms of college majors? Which majors tend to be most restrictive or hardest to finish in four years for students who don't start as freshmen? What majors provide the most opportunities for potential pivots. How can students avoid limiting their major options? MEET OUR GUEST Lisa Marker Robbins is an entrepreneur in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her passion and purpose throughout her career has been to serve high school students and young adults on launching into their future. With that greater purpose, she has been a classroom teacher, 23 years ago started her company LEAP, a test prep, tutoring and independent college counseling organization that has helped thousands, and in 2021 has started her new brand Flourish Coaching to guide students and young adults through her 5 part framework towards getting career clarity for what comes after graduation. Lisa first appeared on episode #119 to discuss how HOW TEST PREP PROS AND FINANCIAL PLANNERS CAN WORK TOGETHER. Find Lisa at https://flourishcoachingco.com/ or the Launch: Creating Career Clarity for Teens and Young Adults Facebook group. LINKS What's the Return on a College Investment? How to Use Personality Assessments for College Major – Career Coaching RELATED EPISODES DO COLLEGE MAJORS MATTER? PATHWAY PLANNING FOR HIGH SCHOOLERS FINISHING A FOUR-YEAR DEGREE ON TIME ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page.

A parent recently asked me for help. Her 8th grader was having to fill out her high school plan and had a limited idea of what careers were out there. She knew what mom and dad did and what she'd seen on TV. Where should she start? I didn't know, so I invited Lisa Marker Robbins, founder of Flourish Coaching, to sit down and share her insights into how parents can help their students with those decisions. Click here to visit Flourish Coaching's website Click here to join Lisa's Facebook group

Listen in to our season one wrap up. Paul Hahn, of Mission to North America joins us to talk about a vision for church renewal. This episode was also shared as a seminar for the PCA Virtual Seminars in light of their postponed General Assembly. Look for new episodes from Flourish Coaching in August. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

During these strange times politics are dividing churches more than ever before. How does the church, how does the gospel, cut between political tribes and unify the local church? Pastor Matt Koerber, City Reformed PCA, joins us to talk about uniting the church around the mission of God's kingdom in the midst of political tension. Matt's church in the university center of Pittsburgh, PA is no stranger to these kinds of divides. Join our conversation and let's dig into the ways that Jesus is renewing his church. The Church Renewal Podcast is a ministry of Flourish Coaching. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish coaches come alongside them to renew their hope I the gospel and help them clarify their strategy. Support the show

"They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." Acts 2:42This is the last installment of our episodes working through Flourish's definition of church renewal. In church renewal we seek to bring people into deeper and more meaningful encounters with God's word, prayer, and the sacraments of the church. These basic tools of discipleship become more meaningful and drive us toward mission when our churches are renewed by the gospel. Tell us about your churches engagement with the word and prayer. Or reach out and connect with a coach to begin more holistic discipleship in your church. Connect with Flourish onFacebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Flourish Coaching is excited to welcome Ted Powers of the Midwest Alliance - PCA to the podcast. Ted directed church planting for the PCA's Mission to North America before focusing his work on the midwest region of the PCA. Ted discusses the nexus of church planting and renewal for our audience in the Renewal Voices episode. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

The conclusion of our conversation with the Presbyterian Church in America's national coordinator for Mission to North America Paul Hahn on the importance of church renewal and church planting. Paul is a founding member of the Flourish Coaching team and have gone on to run the church planting, missional partnerships, and church revitalization arm of the PCA. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

"But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him." John 4:23Part 2 of our discussion on worship and church renewal. What does worship look and feel like in your church? Is there a spirit of joy in the room? Are people engaged? Are they blessed by it? Is it transformative? Church renewal means renewing joy and reverence in worship.In this episode we continue to work through our definition of church renewal: "Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences ... a new joy and reverence in worship..."Tell us about worship in your church. Or reach out and connect with a coach to begin more holistic discipleship in your church. Connect with Flourish onFacebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Renewal Voices is a series of bonus episodes where Flourish Coaching features the voices of thought leaders and pastors who God is using to affect renewal across the church. This week, we feature Paul Hahn, Coordinator of the PCA's Mission to North America. MNA catalyzes church planting, church renewal, and missions of mercy and justice to North America for the nearly 2,000 congregations and missions of the PCA. Paul is a founder of Flourish coaching, along with Executive Director Matt Bohling. Is there a voice you would like us to feature in Renewal Voices? Contact Flourish on the web, Facebook, or Twitter. We're eager to advance the conversation about church renewal across the bride of Christ.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

"But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him." John 4:23What does worship look and feel like in your church? Is there a spirit of joy in the room? Are people engaged? Are they blessed by it? Is it transformative? Church renewal means renewing joy and reverence in worship.In this episode we continue to work through our definition of church renewal: "Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences ... a new joy and reverence in worship..."Tell us about worship in your church. Or reach out and connect with a coach to begin more holistic discipleship in your church. Connect with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

How are you leading your church in the midst of social distancing and the Covid-19 pandemic? How are you promoting social cohesion? Flourish coaches Scott Lowe and Matt Bohling discuss strategies and hope for social cohesion in the midst of social distancing. Learn more about Flourish Coaching online, on the blog, or on Facebook for more resources on pastoral leadership and church renewal. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

"But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light." 1 Peter 2:9Does your church possess an institutional mindset, relying on historic cultural assumptions about the place of the church in the society? Or do you have the missionary mindset? Does your church see itself as a missionary community sent with the gospel of Jesus to the community in which you live, serve, and worship?In this episode we continue to work through our definition of church renewal: "Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences ... a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them ..."Tell us about your discipleship process in your church. Or reach out and connect with a coach to begin more holistic discipleship in your church. Connect with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Resources Mentioned: Redeemer Church Planting ManualGoogle Folder of Resources from Flourish5 Ways to Meet Your Community's Needs (from Flourish Envisioning materials)Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20What does a "made disciple" look like in your church? Have you thought about it? How are the ministries and programs of your moving people along toward being a "made disciple" of Jesus? In this episode we continue to work through our definition of church renewal: "Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences  ... holistic discipleship."Tell us about your discipleship process in your church. Or reach out and connect with a coach to begin more holistic discipleship in your church. Connect with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Resources MentionedJeff Vanderstelt - "Gospel Fluency" and "Saturate"Perimeter Church - "The Journey" and "12 Key Elements of Missional Discipleship"Redeemer Presbyterian Church - "Catalyst Class"Matt's Church's "Made Disciple"Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Are you confident in your church's missionary evangelism? Are you a pastor struggling to engage your church in evangelism? Are you a church member who would like to see more"And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20In this episode we continue to work through our definition of church renewal: "Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a ... passion to share the good news"Do you want to get off the evangelism plateau? Need help getting started? Connect with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Resources MentionedThe Gospel Comes with a Housekey, Rosaria ButterfieldA Meal with Jesus, Tim ChesterThe Gospel and Personal Evangelism, Mark DeverTell the Truth,  Will MetzgerLet the Nations be Glad, John PiperTom Wood Essay on Evangelism in Church PlantingSupport the show

Flourish Coaching exists to set ministry leaders free with the gopsel to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches feel stuck, our coaches renew their hope and help them gain strategic clarity. Our Renewal Stories series features pastors and renewal leaders personal journey toward leading change and vitality in their church. We hope you're encouraged by our occasional renewal stories. This episode features Flourish Director Matt Bohling sharing his personal journey toward church renewal. It is part two of two. Find part one here.Tell us your renewal story. Reach out on the Facebook, Twitter, or the web. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope int he gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.“And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” Acts 2:24 ESVWe continue working through our definition of Church Renewal in this episode: Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences ... a new prayerfulness ...Jesus says, "apart from me, you can do nothing," in John 15. Your prayer life will tell you if you believe Jesus or not. Are you praying after you're done praying? Are you and your church praying for unbelievers, by name, and believing that Jesus will work in the hearts and lives of the lost? Tell us about your practice of prayer for the kingdom. Do you want a new experience of prayer? Connect with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. Resources MentionedPrayer, by Timothy KellerThe Valley of Vision (collection of prayer inspired by the Puritans)John Smed, Prayer CurrentVideo: Prayer that Brings Down the Glory of God, Archie ParrishA Simple Way to Pray (Kindle), Archie Parrish"What is Kingdom-Focused Prayer" (Ligonier Ministries Blog), Archie ParrishA Praying Life (Book) and (Website), Paul MillerSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Flourish Coaching exists to set ministry leaders free with the gopsel to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches feel stuck, our coaches renew their hope and help them gain strategic clarity. Our Renewal Stories series features pastors and renewal leaders personal journey toward leading change and vitality in their church. We hope you're encouraged by our occasional renewal stories. This episode features Flourish Director Matt Bohling sharing his personal journey toward church renewal. It is part one of two. Tell us your renewal story. Reach out on the Facebook, Twitter, or the web. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope int he gospel and help them gain strategic clarity."But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:8 (ESV)We continue working through our definition of Church Renewal in this episode: Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a new awareness of their sin and need for God's grace;their  privileges as ambassadors of the kingdom and as sons and daughters of God; a new appreciation for their place as they anticipate the kingdom of God coming and reaching that place; a new prayerfulness and passion to share the good news; holistic discipleship; a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them; a new joy and reverence in worship; a new personal commitment to the means of grace.If your church disappeared would your neighborhood miss you? Churches are renewed when they recover a sense of place, and the sense that Jesus is bringing his kingdom to bear on that place. Join us as we explore the idea of sense of place in church renewal. Tell us about your place (zip code, school district, neighborhood) by connecting with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. Resources Mentioned: Demographic Tools: City-Data, Mission InsightThe Apostolic Congregation, George HunterRedeemer Church Planting Manual (GoodReads review, out of print)Center Church, Tim KellerThe Tangible Kingdom, Hugh Halter and Matt SmayVideos:Tangible Kingdom WorkshopCenter Church WorkshopSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Renewal Voices is a series of bonus episodes where Flourish Coaching features the voices of thought leaders and pastors who God is using to affect renewal across the church. This week, we feature Harry Reeder, pastor of Briarwood Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, AL. Reeder is the author of Embers of a Flame. His revitalization ministry includes the book, a conference, and coaching. Reeder calls pastors to remember what God has done, repent of their past wrongs, and recover biblical principles for their church. "The Pastor Evangelist" influenced Reeder's early thinking.Is there a voice you feel we should feature in Renewal Voices? Contact Flourish on the web, Facebook, or Twitter. We're eager to advance the conversation about church renewal across the bride of Christ.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope int he gospel and help them gain strategic clarity."And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come." Matthew 24:14We continue working through our definition of Church Renewal in this episode: Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a new awareness of their sin and need for God's grace;their  privileges as ambassadors of the kingdom and as sons and daughters of God; a new appreciation for their place as they anticipate the kingdom of God coming and reaching that place; a new prayerfulness and passion to share the good news; holistic discipleship; a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them; a new joy and reverence in worship; a new personal commitment to the means of grace.Does your church have a "sense of place" - that where your congregation's location is a mission field and that there's missionary work to do right there? We exposit our commonly used phrase "the one, fully sufficient reason that this day dawned" as it applies to a local congregation. Is your church a missionary tactical force to your neighborhood? Contact Flourish on our site, or reach out to on Facebook or Twitter to engage the conversation about church renewal and the doctrine of adoption. Stop in on the Church Renewal Blog for extra content on the relationship between adoption and renewal.Resources RecommendedThe Celtic Way of Evangelism, George HunterGod Seeks People to Worship Him, John PiperHow to Plead for Unbelievers, John PiperMy Prayer to God is that they Might Be Saved, John PiperSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope int he gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Galatians 4:4-7 (ESV) " But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! Father!” So you are no longer a slave, but a son, and if a son, then an heir through God."We continue working through our definition of Church Renewal in this episode: Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a new awareness of their sin and need for God's grace; their  privileges as ambassadors of the kingdom and as sons and daughters of God; a new appreciation for their place as they anticipate the kingdom of God coming and reaching that place; a new prayerfulness and passion to share the good news; holistic discipleship; a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them; a new joy and reverence in worship; a new personal commitment to the means of grace.How does it shape a group of people when they, together, are taken with the idea that God has adopted them into his family? When our identity comes from our adoption in Christ, we don't stand or fall on our own merit, we rest in Christ. What would that look like for you and your church? Contact Flourish on our site, or reach out to on Facebook or Twitter to engage the conversation about church renewal and the doctrine of adoption. Stop in on the Church Renewal Blog for extra content on the relationship between adoption and renewal.Resources mentioned this episode: Adopted for Life, Russell MooreAdoption, by Russell MooreYou Are Special, Max LucadoThe Great Gilly Hopkins, Katherine PetersonGeneral Resources from SergeGospel Identity, SergeSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)