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It’s the end of 2020.  We’re stuck at home and it looks like working from home is lasting a lot longer than initially anticipated. It’s looking like for the majority of us, working from home is going to stretch into 2021.  Which is a nightmare if you hate your job.  Is this where you’re at right now? I know the feeling. The feeling of hopelessness you get when you hate your job, but you have no idea how.to.get.out. In today’s episode, I break down the 3 ways to stay motivated (even if you hate your job) and how to know when it’s time to leave.  Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

When I was first going into the workforce and was wondering about how to impress my boss, this is the advice I was given: “Be the first one in the door and the last one out.” Anyone else?! But the problem with this plan is that it’s not sustainable! Not to mention the lack of boundaries that bleeds into your personal life. Especially if you’re working remotely.  So today I'm talking about these 3 things you can be doing NOW to impress your boss for the long haul. Be your own advocate Be a solution-oriented person Post on LinkedIn Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Today I wanted to highlight one of my most popular episodes! One of the things I am asked most often is how to answer the question, “Tell me about yourself?” Often this is the first question asked in an interview, so you want a rock-solid answer! But sometimes it’s hard to know just what to say here. In this episode, I’m teaching you how to answer this question well, how NOT to answer it, and how to answer with confidence in a variety of situations! What We Are Talking About What Not to Say How to Craft Your Answer A Case Study Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

“Step into your purpose.” Man that phrase gets used a lot.  I’ve avoided using that phrase because I’ve always felt that it’s “fluffy” with no roots. But I also know that a lot of people resonate with this language. So I want to break that phrase down.  In today's episode, we’ll discover what "Stepping Into Your Purpose" means for your career and what’s holding you back from being able to fully step into that purpose.   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

How do I reinvent myself in my career? This question comes to me in many different forms: how do I make a career change? What do I want to do with my life now that I’m all grown up? I know this isn’t it for my career, but I don’t know what is? How do I change course in my career?  What We're Talking About What it looks like to reinvent yourself in your career Inspirations who have done it Step-by-step actions you can take   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Are you a woman who feels stuck in her career? Do you KNOW you're underpaid, but you can't figure out why? In today's episode, we walk through the 2 mistakes women are making that are holding them back from career success. What we’re talking about today: 2 Mistakes that Are Keeping you Stuck and Underpaid Focusing only on strategies and tactics, not mindset Only wanting the easy way out – and how to build your resilence   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Today we’re going to talk about sabbaticals - where my reality didn’t match up with my expectations, what I was surprised to learn, and 3 steps you can take to go on your own sabbatical. What We’re Talking About Sabbatical expectations vs. reality What I learned on sabbatical 3 steps to taking your own sabbatical How you can rest now – even if you can’t take your own sabbatical Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE  

Today we’re going to talk about when it’s ok and when it’s not ok to take a paycut for better work-life balance. I’m going to be sharing with you the 3 reasons to take a paycut and the 3 reasons not to. Maybe you’re exploring companies online that seem to have a good work-life balance but you’re hesitating on applying because you’re worried they won’t pay enough. I want to start by saying that is likely not an issue...but we’re going to dig in deeper on this throughout the episode What We’re Talking About Will I ruin my career if I take a paycut?  3 reasons to take a paycut 3 reasons you should not take a paycut   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

I'm back from sabbatical with a follow-up episode to our most popular podcast episode so far: The Foolproof Way to Answer “Tell me About Yourself.” I'm doing a follow-up because the next most sweat-inducing question to answer is: “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” And we're diving into it today.  In this episode, we’ll talk about: Why people struggle with this question Why companies and hiring managers actually ask this question Examples of strengths and examples of weaknesses A script of how to answer this question   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

We’re talking about how to take control of your financial future and find financial freedom! You know I care about the money you make and I want you to know how to invest and use it well too. So today I have expert Ryan Lee on the podcast to talk about how to take control of your finances, your career, and your future. As Ryan’s company says, it’s time to “Rise up. Live Free.”    What We’re Talking About Moving away from corporate with intention Taking control of your finances How to become financially empowered and free Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

I am thrilled to welcome my friend Steph J on the podcast today! Steph and I met at Lehigh University – on her very first day there. We’re getting into a beautiful conversation about faith and work. Where do they intersect? What is your calling? How do you figure it out? And then how do you live it out? Join us as we talk through these questions and more.  What We're Talking About Faith and work  How to figure out your calling Is calling only for certain roles?   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

We’re going there today, ladies: talking all about your period and career, and how together they can truly be your superpower! At Team Viviano, we’ve been fans from afar for a long time, so we’re delighted to welcome Claire Baker to the podcast and introduce her to all of you! Claire Baker is a sought-after period coach and author. For nearly a decade she has taught thousands of women how to live in harmony with their menstrual cycle, rather than working against it. Today it's your turn to learn how to channel your very own superpower.    What We’re Talking About The seasons of your cycle How your period can truly be your superpower Navigating your cycle in the corporate world   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Today we’re changing things up to talk about personal things and not work...because I am t-minus 3 days from getting married!!! I’ve gotten a lot of questions on Instagram and LinkedIn about my story of meeting Brent, how I’ve gone from single as a pringle to about to get married, and how I’ve navigated singleness, dating, and engagement as a career woman. So I invited my sweetie Brent onto the podcast episode today so we can share our story together! Of course work and LinkedIn are a part of our dating and engagement story. We’re answering your questions and sharing some advice from our own lives of singleness and dating.   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Today I’m letting you in on the why, when, how, and what of my upcoming 8-week sabbatical. I shared about this on LinkedIn and Instagram and got so much support along with sooo many questions!  So I’m answering the questions and giving you encouragement for thinking about your own sabbatical or even just examining your work-life rhythms. I’m getting very honest on the why behind this and the how of what it’s going to look like. Listen in for the real real.   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

I am thrilled to welcome back to the show my friend and fellow career coach, Adunola Adeshola! She is someone I HIGHLY recommend if you’re looking for a one-on-one career coaching option as I move away from that. We’re moving toward more courses and other work, but I want to introduce you to other coaches I love and respect. Adunola is definitely one of those! We're talking through her 5-step methodology for career search success.  Listen to her today and see if she might be a good fit for you. And while you’re at it, listen to our podcast conversation around race in the workplace.    Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

I want to give you a peek behind the curtains – a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run a career coaching business. We’re talking about the work I do, how I structure my workdays and weeks, my keys to success, the tools that help me run this biz, and more. This episode is jam-packed! This episode is relevant for you if you’re a 9-to-5'r, if you’re someone interested in the coaching business, or if you’re a wanna-preneur. It will give you ideas on what this looks like. And even if you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode is going to be helpful for you too! I am going to teach you how I’ve built a successful 6 figure business without using ads!  What We’re Talking About  My typical workday My keys to success Hardest things about growing a business All the tools we use How to get clients  Plans for the future   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Being a careerwoman and single is a topic that connects with me both professionally and personally – and I think it may for many of you too. I am thrilled to have Yelena Bosovik on this episode with me to talk about being single and rocking the career world.  Yelena is a tax lawyer, author, magazine founder and editor in chief. She is involved in her church, mentoring young women, and is an inspiring woman all around! She moved from one of the big 4 accounting firms to a smaller firm recently. She’s the oldest of 10 (wow!) and has many siblings who are engaged and married. Plus she’s from a small immigrant community. She is a phenomenal woman who is rocking a different path than many from her growing up community, and she’s done so as a courageous pioneer. We talk about that journey and what it’s been like to be single along the way.    What We’re Talking About  Navigating your career and singleness Where your identity intersects with your work  How to think toward your legacy today   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

We’re going to have a gal-to-gal pep talk. Let’s act like we’re sitting down across the table from one another for a coffee date or a happy hour. I’ve been hearing from a lot of people how discouraging it can be when you get rejected from a job. And I 100% get that. It can be brutal.  So today, I am going to talk about the four things that help me the most when I get rejected in my work life. Because unfortunately, rejection is something that happens a lot in our life. So what do we do? I’ve got four things to focus on….and I want you to listen in, soak it up, and hold onto these things as true.  What We’re Talking About The encouragement you need to hear after you’ve been rejected from a job How to make friends with rejection A note from me to you   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE  

My friend and fellow career coach Adunola Adeshola joined me to bring our offline conversations about race in the workplace online to you on the podcast today. I’m so excited and honored to have her with me.  Recently, Adunola wrote an amazing article for Forbes called 3 Things You Should Not Say to Your Black Colleagues Right Now. Many of you read it in our email or from my LinkedIn post about it. I wanted to have Adunola on to talk about that article and to help us learn more in the midst of our current worldwide moment so that we can be better colleagues, leaders, and friends when engaging with race in the workplace.  What We’re Talking About  “3 Things You Should Not Say to Your Black Colleagues” Being Black in corporate America The most important thing companies can do right now Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

We’re talking about negotiation today – specifically, 5 things you can negotiate besides your salary. For women, negotiation can be a really big struggle. It’s a newer topic we may be exploring. How do we figure out how to do it? Once we figure out how to do it, what can we negotiate besides salary?  The reality is that your salary does not have to be the only thing you negotiate in your offer package. Before you begin negotiating, you need to know what things are of highest value to you, top priority. Getting clear on these will help you know what to negotiate and how to do it well. We help you walk through this and identify what these are for you within Recruit the Employer. What We're Talking About The 5 things you can negotiate besides salary Creative options within all 5 areas of negotiation How to rock your job search   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Wouldn't it be nice to cut through all the noise and confusion about job applications, resumes, and the ever-confusing process of the job search? I have created a step by step structure to give you clarity, confidence, and a plan for landing your dream job and taking back control of your career. Listen in to learn all about it.  What We're Talking About Opening our doors for Recruit the Employer the Course! The 5 steps to land your dream job How to dig into each step and start making strategic career moves   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Today’s episode is with a client of mine – Anne. She has gone through the Recruit the Employer course and today she’s walking us through the way she processes accepting a job. Plus, I think her story of landing a job in the midst of coronavirus will be inspiring, uplifting, and show you what is possible with the right strategies and mindset.   I know when a lot of you do get a job offer you’re excited...but then you’re asking yourself, “What if it’s the wrong move?” You’re thinking through, “Should I just stay put?” We’re talking about ALL of it! Anne walks us through her process of how she decided what was the right move for her and her family, and how you can do the same. What We're Talking About How to process through accepting (or not) a job offer  Landing a job in the midst of coronavirus The strategy and mindset behind an intentional job search – and how to get these!   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Does this sound familiar? "I cannot figure out why I cannot land this job. I see I’m qualified, I tweaked my resume for it, and clearly, my experience should show them I’m qualified. I just can’t figure out what’s up. Why was I rejected with a blanket statement generic email?!" I hear this from SO many people. And while part of the issue is digital tracking, bots, and AI systems, that’s not all of it. Today, we’re talking about troubleshooting why you may be qualified but can’t land the job – and what to do about it!    What We’re Talking About Why you aren’t hearing back on your applications Making a clear plan of action for your job search How to approach the job search with confidence and peace   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Today we’re talking all about the job search – and 4 ways women sell themselves short in the process. I know many of you listening are thinking about the job search or currently in the midst of it. And I want to help you identify if you’re selling yourself short. Because I wish all women could see in them what I see – outstanding skills and capabilities! I hope this episode gives you a better lens on how you think about yourself, your career, and what you’re actually good at. And I hope it helps you see where you’re selling yourself short and how to begin to change that. Let’s change it, together!  What We're Talking About The ways women sell themselves short in the job search How to change your mindset and behavior How to rock your job search & your career with confidence   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Are you wondering if you’re making the right career move?! Or if it's time to make a move? If so, you’re not alone. There are so many people asking this question right now. And I’m here to give you 3 steps to ensure that you are making the right move...and that it’s the right move for you. You can have clarity and confidence in this decision, friend.    What We’re Talking About The paralysis of “the right thing” 3 Steps to make the right move A bonus to help you with the decision Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

We’re trying something fun and new today: a behind-the-scenes of what career coaching looks like! I’m talking with a rockstar professional woman who is dealing with what I see a ton of women work through – imposter syndrome. Every woman I have worked with has dealt with some level of imposter syndrome...whether just beginning their career, mid-level, or even CEO level. It doesn’t go away with a promotion.  I hope today’s episode leaves you encouraged that you are not alone in struggling with imposter syndrome and there’s a lot of alignment with each of our stories. I also hope it gives you a little glimpse into what my coaching looks like and what it could do for you.  What We're Talking About Where Imposter Syndrome sneaks in How to change your mindset in key areas Action steps to transform your career as you overcome Imposter Syndrome Sneak peek into how I do coaching  Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Unfortunately, this expletive – b**** – is used for confident and assertive women in the workplace all too often. It may be used directly, people may say “bia” instead (as I am on the podcast so we don’t get marked as an explicit show!), be called bossy, or any other number of words or phrases. So how do we handle this and show up as the authentic and strong women we are? How can we come across as confident and assertive without being labeled like this? It’s possible, I promise.  What We're Talking About How to be confident and assertive How to be yourself in your career How to deal when someone calls you a b****   Connect with Jena LinkedIn // Instagram // Facebook  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 288 is Jennie Allen. Jennie is an award- winning and bestselling author of Bible studies, many books including her most recent Get Out of Your Head, and is the founder and visionary for the IF: Gathering. Jennie is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children. It has been way too long since I’ve had my friend Jennie on the show, and I’m so happy to welcome her back. Today Jennie and I talk about the fight all of us are in to take every thought captive and remember who God is. Jennie shares her own story of some of her darkest months living with lies that produced fear, anxiety and doubt. Things started to change when Jennie began treating it like war and fighting the lies head on. Jennie and I also discuss how Biblical community isn’t optional, and we have to fight for it as well - it doesn’t just happen automatically. You guys, I think this may be one of those shows where you’ll want to go back and listen with pen and paper ready. I hope you will be as encouraged and fired up as I was! Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Dave's Killer Bread Third Love - get 15% off your first purchase! UNICO 20°87° GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 287 is Nancy Mattingly. Nancy is a wife, mother, and grandmother. Nancy and her husband Mitch relocated to the Nashville area from Houston, Texas, two years ago, after living there all their lives. Nancy spent twenty years at Living Proof Ministries and now works at a beautiful retail store in historic downtown Franklin, TN.I’ve never felt more prayed for than I have by Nancy, and I am so honored to have her on the show today. Nancy is one of the strongest prayer warriors I know, and you’ll hear how God began nudging her to pray for people, and she gives such encouragement for how we can pray for each other. Nancy and I also talk about mental illness, and she speaks about the grief she’s been walking through after the loss of her son Kyle to suicide. Nancy reads from a letter she wrote from a parent’s perspective on suicide, and she shares so many important messages about mental health, suicide, and grief. Friends, I know some of you have lost a loved one from suicide, and you either know someone or may be battling with mental illness yourself. I pray that this show would be a source of comfort and hope for you as you hear Nancy speak with love and faith in Jesus amidst such a tragic loss.Connect with JamieFacebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTubeSponsors Butcher Box - use code HAPPYHOUR and get $20 off your first box and 2 lbs of ground beef for free in every box for the life of your subscription! Zip Recruiter - try for free!  UNICO 20°87°GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 286 is Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien. Tarah-Lynn is the creator of Adorned in Armor, the Dressed for Battle Podcast, and author of Claim Your Crown. The Teen Vogue "It Girl" turned Teen Vogue fashion writer was crowned Miss Black New Jersey in 2018, and is dedicated to encouraging and equipping women to fully grasp their worth in Christ. You guys, Tarah-Lynn is such a joy and I’m so happy to share our conversation with you today. Tarah-Lynn and I start off talking about life growing up in New Jersey, and how she connected her love of writing, fashion, and Jesus to create her ministry. You’ll hear how God ignited her love for her home country of Haiti, and her passion for inspiring women to claim the crowns that God has already adorned you with. Tarah-Lynn also tells us about her incredible mother and the pain she lives with every day while clinging to Jesus as her joy.  At the end of the show, I also ask Tarah-Lynn what dreams and goals she has for the next decade of her life!   Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Samaritan Ministries Dave's Killer Bread Rothy's  UNICO 20°87° GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 285 is Courtney Reissig. Courtney is an author and Bible teacher living in Little Rock, Arkansas. She is the proud momma of four sons, and happy wife to Daniel. Her newest book, Teach Me To Feel: Worshiping Through the Psalms in Every Season of Life released this January.  On the show today Courtney shares her story of how God brought her to Him, and how each step of obedience deepened her faith and desire to be in God’s word. Courtney and I talk about the struggle when emotions feel so overpowering. We discuss how emotions are good and part of who we are, but Courtney reminds us they aren’t our truth. Courtney shares how she faced the fragility of life head on through the traumatic birth of her youngest son. Courtney is honest in describing how dark her world felt, and can still feel at times, but how God has brought healing, light, and the strength to hope even in the hardest of circumstances. Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Samaritan Ministries Third Love - get 15% off your first purchase Ritual -get 10% off your first three months  UNICO 20°87° GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

As we enter this new decade, I thought it would be fun to talk to a few friends and reflect back on what life was like 10 years ago. In these conversations, you’ll hear guests speak about what God has done in their life, dreams, goals, things they would have differently, and things they’re most proud of. And, looking back always causes me to look forward, so we’ll also chat about dreams for the next ten years! I’m so happy to welcome Kelly Stamps to the show today! Kelly lives in northwest Arkansas and is a wife, momma, blogger, and matchmaker (yes, you read that right)! Kelly and I reflect back to 2010 when Kelly was transitioning from the workplace to being a stay at home mom. In this new rhythm of life, she began blogging as an outlet, and it opened doors to several things – including helping singles find each other! Kelly tells us she set up her first Single’s Day on a whim, and now it has become a part of her ministry she hosts every year! Kelly and I also talk about singleness and feeling seen and known by the church. I hope each one of us will remember Kelly’s encouragement that no matter our lane in life looks like, it’s important! Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors NOOM - sign up for your trial! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

As we enter this new decade, I thought it would be fun to talk to a few friends and reflect back on what life was like 10 years ago. In these conversations, you’ll hear guests speak about what God has done in their life, dreams, goals, things they would have differently, and things they’re most proud of. And, looking back always causes me to look forward, so we’ll also chat about dreams for the next ten years! Today, I am talking with "James" (a pseudonym), who shares his last decade which includes an amazing transformation of faith from atheist to being a devoted follower of Jesus. James' last decade found him living at his parents' home where he grew up with his mother secretly sharing the gospel with him for fear of retribution from his Hindu father. In 2010 James considered himself an atheist, and I know you'll be blown away as you hear James speak of how God pursued him, the miracles he witnessed in his mother's life, and the path he's on now as we enter 2020. I am so thankful for James' bravery in sharing his story, and I know you will be so encouraged by the show today! Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Know someone who’d be a great guest for Your Last Decade? Email us at podcast@jamieivey.com and let me know! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 276 is Tara-Leigh Cobble. Tara-Leigh is the founder of D-Group, an international network of weekly Bible studies that meet in homes and churches around the world, as well as the founder and host of the daily podcast, The Bible Recap. Tara-Leigh has a passion for helping people not only read their Bible, but LOVE reading it! You guys, we have a three-peat! Tara-Leigh's episodes are consistently named as one of listeners' favorite shows, and I know so many of you are following along The Bible Recap like me. On the show today, I get to catch up with Tara-Leigh and hear all about this past year of her life since she launched The Bible Recap. Tara-Leigh tells us some of the behind the scenes of making the podcast, what she's learned, and the incredible stories of how people's lives are being changed by digging into God's word. You'll also get to hear about Tara-Leigh's new project for 2020 called The Bible Kneecap: a daily prayer podcast that helps listeners learn more about who God is and dig deeper into responding to Him. Friends, it is always such a joy to have Tara-Leigh on the show as her passion for God and God's word is so contagious. Be sure to check out all the links and learn how you can get connected and read your Bible along with us! Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Amanda Porter's course: Dear Anxiety, Let's Break Up! - get $10 off with code HAPPYHOUR Third Love - get 15% off your first order Rothy's IF: Local  - sign up to host, find a location, and learn more! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 269 is Ashley McCrary. Ashley who goes by "Mac", is a teacher and recipe creator and developer of Healthy Little Peach, a health and lifestyle blog. Ashley and her husband Joel live in Missouri and have 2 beautiful little girls, Eloise and Eleanor. Friends, I just loved talking with Mac today, and I hope you are as encouraged as I was by her story. Mac shares how childhood wounds from verbal abuse made her believe she was unworthy and unlovable. Mac describes how this led to a dysfunctional relationship with food and feeling like she had to achieve so that maybe then, she could be loved. Mac vulnerably shares the moment when the Lord met her, opened her eyes to His love for her, and set her free. Mac also tells us about the challenging road of navigating PCOS, including how hard it can be to get a diagnosis. You'll also hear how changing the way she saw food grew into not only improvements in her PCOS symptoms, but also to the creation of Healthy Little Peach!  Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Joybird - use code HAPPYHOUR25 for 25% off your first order ThirdLove - get 15% off your first order  STUNN Collective - use code HAPPY to receive 20% off your first order ZipRecruiter - Try for free! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 268 is Dr. Lina AbuJamra. Lina is a Pediatric ER doctor, Bible teacher, author, podcaster, and founder of Living with Power Ministries. Her vision is to bring hope to the world by connecting biblical answers to everyday life.  You guys, get ready because Lina’s excitement and energy are contagious, and I know you’re going to be so inspired by our conversation. Lina and I start off talking about the moment she knew she would be living her life for God. Lina shares stories of doors closing and doors opening as she said yes to God, and how He used all of it to lead her on the path of He's called her to. Lina tells us the amazing story of how she began working with Syrian refugees, and how God has grown this ministry in incredible ways. I appreciated Lina’s honesty about her prayers of heartache and questioning God’s plan, and was so encouraged hearing how she continues to say yes to God. Lina says, “hope is my currency” and when we tell God yes, He will lead and provide every time. Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner Rothy's ThredUp - get 30% off your first order! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 266 is Jaci Velasquez. Jaci released her first album at just 16 years old and is a multi-platinum selling, Grammy nominated artist as well as author, actress, wife, and momma to two boys, Zealand and Soren. Her newest book When God Rescripts Your life: Seeing Value, Beauty, and Purpose When Life is Interrupted releases this week! Jaci and I start off the show talking about what makes us nervous, and Jaci shares how she has learned to pause, let go of control, and ask the Holy Spirit to do the work. You'll also hear how much Jaci loves being involved at her boys' schools because you guys, she was always on the road and never got to experience it! Jaci opens up about what it was like to start recording so young, and reaching her darkest place where she felt the only option was to run away. I think we can all relate when Jaci speaks about God rescripting life in ways we hadn't planned or expected such as learning what were God dreams vs. "me" dreams. In the last part of the show we talk about trust, and I know you will love and be so, so encouraged that God cares about the big things and the small things when you hear her story of the bus driver Mr. Fred. Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors STUNN - get 20% off your first order with code HAPPY Greenlight  ThirdLove - get 15% off your first order  IF:Gathering 2020 - get your tickets a day early! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 265 is Latasha Morrison. Latasha is a bridge-builder, reconciler, and a compelling voice in the fight for racial justice. She is the founder of Be the Bridge, a non-profit organization equipping people to serve as ambassadors of racial reconciliation. LaTasha has been recognized as a leading social justice advocate by organizations such as Facebook’s Community Leadership Program, Forbes, and EBONY magazine.  You guys, Latasha is my real life friend and she challenges, encourages, and inspires me. Our topics of conversation today are ones that are important to me and should matter to us all. As Latasha says, "if we are followers of Jesus Christ, then we have skin in the game." Latasha and I start off the show talking about how she started Be the Bridge with just 8 people and her Latasha vision. She talks about the need to create "brave spaces" for conversation and how humility, listening, and leveraging privilege are critical.  We also discuss how racial reconciliation is about having a Kingdom perspective on dignity and humanity. I loved how Latasha said, "we all have to be teachable", and that means opening our hearts, learning the historical context, and taking this on as all of our responsibility. In the last part of the show, Latasha and I discuss feeling marginalized as a single in church. She speaks of the need to create "brave spaces" in churches as well to have real, non-traditional conversations about singleness.  Friends, I could talk with Latasha for hours, and I hope you'll check out the links from the show to learn more about how to continue this conversation.  Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Bona Rothy's Flamingo - Get the Flamingo Shave Set, a $22 value for only $16! IF Gathering February 7-8, 2020 - Get your tickets a day early on October 14! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 262 is Sarah Mae. Sarah is the author of The Complicated Heart: Loving Even When it Hurts, the story of how Sarah learned to love and forgive her alcoholic mother. She also hosts The Complicated Heart podcast, and speaks all over the country encouraging women to walk in freedom. Sarah lives in Lancaster, PA with her woodworker husband, Jesse, three kids, and two new puppies.  On today's show you'll get to hear the incredible story of what God has done in the lives of Sarah and her mother. Sarah shares when she learned her mom was an alcoholic, and how the wounds of their relationship left her searching for love, affection, and security. Sarah tells us about her pregnancy and abortion at 16, and the moment she knew she had to get out of that destructive environment. You'll hear Sarah speak of how she came to know Jesus at 19, and I loved hearing how she saw God pursuing her throughout her life. We then discuss what it looked like for Sarah to confront her pain and grief, uncover the lies she believed, and learn to love and forgive her mother.  You guys, Sarah so graciously and openly lets us into her story, and she speaks such encouragement and hope that God is always there waiting, even in the pit.  Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Beholding and Becoming by Ruth Chou Simons Visit Ruth Chou Simon's Website Greenlight ZipRecruiter - Try for Free! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 260 is Tess Clarke. Tess is the co-founder of Seek the Peace and the Director of We Welcome Refugees. She has a passion to see refugee and immigrant women protected and empowered along with helping the American church recognize and revere the image of God in these women.  Friends, if you hear the topic of this show and think this episode might be a political one, let me just tell you it isn't. Through our conversation I know you will see Jesus in the stories Tess shares, and the ways she encourages us to find the humanity in one another. Tess starts off telling us how she and her husband began working with refugees. We get to hear some of their stories, what they've been through, and how "refugees are ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances."  We also learn about Tess' ministry Project Shine that equips pre-teen and teen refugee girls to understand their own worth, strength, and purpose. I know that these stories of suffering can be hard to listen to, but Tess describes how every single one of us can participate in the ministry of presence. She encourages us to go and find those who look, live, and sound different than you and to challenge our own bias. Tess says, God is calling us is step in and listen, and we are all invited to "come and be." Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Beholding and Becoming by Ruth Chou Simons Third Love - get 15% off your first order! Panama City Beach thredUp - get 50% off your first order (on select items) GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 256 is Kim Lewis. Kim is a "Little lady with Big ideas!" and is best known for her work as the Lead Designer behind ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” and Founder of Kim Lewis Designs. Kim's work has been featured on ABC, HGTV, TLC, National Geographic, Spike TV and FYI's "Tiny House Nation." Most recently she designs restaurants, boutiques, and hotels around the world, but Kim's passion is in building therapeutic art centers for rescued children in Ghana, Cambodia,Thailand and Honduras. Kim and I start off talking about how the job offer call she received on her wedding day led her to design over 120 homes in 43 states on the show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. Kim shares some of the hard places she's walked through, including the loss of her mom and the end of her first marriage. Friends, Kim has gone through difficult suffering throughout her life, but you'll hear tell story after story that will give you the chills of how God showed up, and when Kim leaned in and listened, He answered. I was so inspired hearing her talk about how in the midst of hardships she would ask "how can God be glorified in this valley?" At the end of the show we get to hear about Kim's design business, her growing family, and the creative and fun ways she and her husband Joey are sharing their stories on their YouTube channel. Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors  Panama City Beach Rothy's Zip Recruiter - try for free! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 247 is Alia Joy. Alia is an author and speaker who believes the darkness is illuminated when we grasp each other's hand and walk into the night together. Alia writes poignantly about her life with bipolar disorder as well as grief, faith, marriage, poverty, race, embodiment, and keeping fluent in the language of hope. She lives in Oregon with her husband, her mother, her three kids, a dog, a bunny, and a bunch of chickens. In Alia's book, Glorious Weakness, she puts forth the question, "What if weakness was a spiritual gift?" and you guys, I am so thankful to Alia for coming on the show. Her message is so important and brings great insight into mental illness. Alia shares her story that includes dark places such as abuse, leukemia at age 5, her brother's attempted suicide and her own struggle with suicidal ideation, and her diagnosis with bipolar disorder at age 30. Alia tells us how God made Himself known to her during thoughts of suicide and how He brings hope amidst the struggles she still deals with today. We also talk about when the church treats mental illness as sin and how it can push people to feel as though they must keep it private and alone. I appreciated hearing Alia speak about specific ways we can ask how to best walk alongside those living with mental illness, and that we need to start with having compassion built into mental illness like we have compassion for other illnesses. We also discuss what it's been like parenting her children, and that God loves us in our weakness, meets us in our brokenness, and how that's taught her and her children that "no one is going to meet them the way God can."  Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Nations Photo Lab - use code HAPPYHOUR for 15% off your order Bolster Sleep Company - use code HAPPYHOUR for 10% off Stamps.com -Click on the microphone at the top and enter code HAPPYHOURto get a 4 week free trial plus free postage, and a digital scale. GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

On today's show, Episode #244, I'm celebrating the 5th birthday of The Happy Hour! My guests for this special show are two of my team members: Amanda Brown and Lyndsey Sweeney. My team and I thought what better way to celebrate five years of The Happy Hour than to answer questions from you! You guys sent in some really great ones, and we tried to cover it all. On the show today you'll hear us chat about The Happy Hour team and what everyone does, and get some behind the scenes details on what it looks like to get one of these shows into your earbuds each week. I answer questions on how we choose guests, why I decided to start recording only in-person, and how I prepare for shows. Be sure to check out all the links for this week's show because we also talk about favorite podcasts, what we're loving, and of course our favorite episodes of The Happy Hour.  Friends, when I started this show five years ago I couldn't imagine where it would take me and I want to express my sincere thank you for listening each week, and allowing me the opportunity to share the stories of so many incredible women. I am truly honored to do this job, and my hope is that each show will inspire, encourage, and point you to Jesus.  Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors hope*writers - Take the free 30 second writing journey quiz! Rothy's Flamingo - Get a $22 shave set for $16 with free shipping! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 240 is Nicole Unice. Nicole is a Bible teacher, author, and passionate communicator who delights in bringing God’s Word to life in a personal and relevant way. Her training as a counselor informs her work, as she emphasizes the importance of facing our own reality and embracing the transforming power of God’s grace. Nicole serves as a pastor on staff at Hope Church. Nicole and I start off the show chatting about kids starting to drive and I just loved Nicole's idea of how to use the family car. We then dive into talking about the struggles with contentment. She describes how we are so often trying to get to the next thing that we don't see what God has put in front of us today. I loved hearing her prayer to live each day as an adventure that God is partnering and leading us on. Nicole then speaks of how the past can impact our present reality, but it does not have to define it. She encourages us to stop saying "but, it's not a big deal", and instead confront the past to allow opportunity for healing and true freedom in Christ. Lastly, we chat about leadership, and no matter what your sphere of influence looks like, we can all be conduits for reconciliation for others. Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Podcast Survey  Bona Premium Spray Mop Thomas' English Muffins - Tex-Mex English Muffin recipe (add Mayo like I do, if you want!) GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 239 is Audrey Roloff. Audrey is passionate about motivating women to always believe in the more that is within them through Christ. She spreads this mission through her devotionals, Always More clothing line, and blog. Audrey is also the co-founder of beating50percent.com, a marriage ministry, with her husband Jeremy. The couple also hosts the top-rated Behind the Scenes podcast.  She’s an 8 on the Enneagram, mom to Ember, drinks her coffee beige, loves all things floral and the Pacific Northwest. Audrey and I start off the show talking about she and her husband's love story through 3 years of long distance, writing love letters, to deciding it was time to step away from the reality show, Little People, Big World. Audrey shares why she and Jeremy are so passionate about marriage, and the motivation and hope behind their book, marriage journal, and ministry. Audrey also tells us how writing the phrase "Always More" on her arm during her time as a track runner, led to her create her business Always More. Audrey and I also talk Enneagram, and she shares something I never had heard about it! Lastly, Audrey opens up about learning what she needs in a community and how it can be difficult to find or create that community in different seasons of life. Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Panama City Beach Thomas' English Muffins Third Love - Get 15% off your first purchase! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 238 is Jennifer Welker. Jennifer is a former Neonatal ICU nurse turned founder and designer of the jewelry brand, Golden Thread. Golden Thread is a luxe line of personalized and dainty jewelry that's been featured in magazines like Vogue, In Style, & People Style Watch, and is a celebrity favorite. Jennifer and her husband Ellis reside in Houston with their three children (and one on the way!) Jennifer and I start off the show talking about how her business Golden Thread started out as an outlet to deal with the grief she encountered while working in the NICU. Jennifer then opens up to share how deep wounds in her childhood led her to live life with a self savior mentality - one where on the outside everything looked "normal", but on the inside she was empty. She tells us how this spiraled downhill fast as she entered into an affair that would last years. I appreciated so much that Jennifer gives us the raw truth about the darkness, codependency, and toxic addiction that the affair was. I know you will be so moved as you hear Jennifer speak of when she hit her lowest, and the moment she tangibly felt God remove the scales from her eyes. Infidelity is not something that is often openly talked about, but friends, let us not get trapped in the lie that it only happens to "those" people. We are all in this boat together, and Jennifer's story is one we can all relate to, because her story speaks the truth that we are all in need of our savior, Jesus.  Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors Thomas' English Muffins Bolster Sleep - Use code HAPPYHOUR for 10% off your purchase Zip Recruiter - try for Free! GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE