Pivotal People

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Listen in on a great conversation with Randy Hartley--a father, husband, and author of the new book "Beautifully Broken." It is a powerful and inspiring story that I loved.  Randy Hartley   lives in Nashville, Tennessee, where he has been a financial planner for thirty-eight years. He is married to his wife, Darla,...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Meet Jamey Dickens, an incredible pastor who has worked as a pastor for Andy Stanley of Northpoint Ministries for over a decade.  Jamey is now the lead pastor of  Northpoint Ministries' newest church, East Cobb Church in Marietta, Georgia since early 2020.  That's my church! Jamey has been a pivotal person in my li...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Meet Janis Milham--one of the most pivotal people in my career.  She is the co-founder of the leadership consulting firm, Questage. She was my hiring manager at Marriott International over 33 years ago, and she was the best boss I ever had.  She is naturally good at working with people, because she truly cares about others....

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Jessica Patay is the Founder and Director of the organization " We Are Brave Together."  In our conversation, Jessica shares her family's story and how she decided to start supporting other mothers of children with disabilities by starting this organization. We Are Brave Together is a nonprofit organization th...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Meet Laura Smith, a bestselling author, a popular speaker and wise teacher.  She is an engaging storyteller and shares stories to point people towards Jesus.  She has just come out with her new book "Restore My Soul: The Power and Promise of 30 Psalms" which is fabulous.  In today's conversation she shares her...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Join in on a great conversation with Brett Smith, Professor of Entrepreneurship at Miami University of Ohio as we discuss business and faith.  Brett is a leading expert in the area of Social Entrepreneurship--starting and building profitable private businesses that address social issues.  It's an intriguing topic that h...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Meet my good friend and brilliant author, David Dingess.  He is a husband, father, Sunday School teacher and an all-around great guy.  Everybody loves him, and I'm thrilled to be able to share him with all of you.   David has written a fabulous new book, "Where Are You: God's Questions that Need to be Answered...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! I picked up Kristen Welch's book "Rhinestone Jesus" a few months ago as an easy read on a long airline trip.  I had no idea how that book would c...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Meet my friend, Hamilton Winters.  He has written a great book called "The Art of Everything" which shares real-life, entertaining and inspiring stori...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Meet Illana Raia. She is an author of the bestselling book, "The Epic Mentor Guide: Insider Advice for Girls Eyeing the Workforce from 180 Boss Women Who K...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Meet my friend, Sherry Hoppen.  She is an author, speaker, wife, mother, friend and encourager to millions.  You are going to love her honesty, insight, wisdom...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Tim Schurrer is the author of the new book, "The Secret Society of Success: Stop Chasing the Spotlight and Learn to Enjoy Your Work (and life) Again."...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Meet Damali Mirembe, the founder of SonriseMinistriesInc.org.  Their slogan is "Making a Difference One Life at a Time."  *To make a secure, tax-deduc...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! The reason this podcast is called "Pivotal People" is because in the 20-year experience with my Coupon Mom  website, there were many people who helped...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Today we're having a great conversation with Kristi Nelson, Executive Director of A Network for Grateful Living.  WOW.  She is an incredible person with a...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Listen in on my conversation with author and pastor Jason Patterson, as we discuss his fantastic new book, "From Your Biggest Fan."  Click here: It&ap...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Join in on a wonderful conversation with Becky Tirabassi--one of the most pivotal people in my Coupon Mom journey over 20 years ago when I heard her speak at my...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Today we're having a great conversation with Dr. Heather Penny who shares key insights from her new book, "The Life You're Made For."  It&ap...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Today we’re chatting with Ian Morgan Cron, an expert on the Enneagram personality assessment and a very entertaining guest.  Ian is a bestselling author, a soug...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Today we’re having a fun conversation with Kim Stuart.  She  is an author of 8 books, an engaging speaker, a writing coach with author Bob Goff, and the host of...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Today we’re having a great conversation with the amazing Bob Goff.  He’s a New York Times bestselling author with several books, he’s a humanitarian, a philanth...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Join us today in a great conversation with singer/songwriter Laura Story as she shares her life stories and her perspective on God and faith.  Laura is absolute...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Today we’re chatting with my dear friend Amanda Ferrin.  Amanda is a writer, a speaker, a worship leader and a "hope enthusiast."  Amanda's desir...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! Today we’re having a fun discussion with the Olympic skater, Scott Hamilton–an eternal optimist who has overcome many obstacles on his path to success.  Between...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! **If you enjoyed this episode, please write a quick review or rating on your podcast platform so that it will be easier for other listeners to find.  Thanks so much! I’m thrilled to share our conversation with Mac Powell–one of my favorite singers ever, and the first artist who introduced me to Christian music over 20 years...