The Strategic Living Podcast with Brian Holmes

We live in a very self-centered and selfish culture. Very few people are as concerned about others as they are about themselves. I know we can only give what we have, and therefore we must take care to be healthy, prosperous, and well put together. However, nowadays it seems we’ve all but forgotten what it means to live our lives in the service of others. On this episode, I want to talk about Deve...

We’re almost at the end of 2015, and it has been an incredible year. I recently had the incredible opportunity to be a guest on John Lee Dumas’ EOFire podcast. If you are aspiring to be an entrepreneur, aspiring to grow your business, you’ve GOT to be connected to  John Lee Dumas . I cannot believe all he’s doing to empower, to equip and to encourage people to go after their dreams. I was so honor...

One hindrance to moving forward that often crops up is an internal dialogue laced with pessimism, fear, and the unknown. No doubt, you’re aware of the tragic situation unfolding in Europe and the Middle East this past week, where radical extremists took the lives of hundreds of people. Of course, our thoughts and prayers are poured out over everyone affected by these tragic events. When events lik...

Last week we talked about the importance of  Taking An Honest Look  at where you are, and where you’re going. This week, I want to continue in this vein and consider how we can best prepare for entering into a new season; even shifting our heart and mind toward the new opportunities that lie ahead. Dive in as we talk about Experiencing the Shift: 7 Things You Can Do to Prepare For a New Beginning....

One of the most important ways we can ensure a better future, is to periodically “look back” and honestly evaluate our progress, performance, and personal mindset. Every great leader, in sports, business, etc. that I know, takes time – especially during this time of year – to consider their mental state, progress as it relates to their goals, and their clarity concerning the way forward. If you wa...

Whether we realize it or not, there are laws that exist and these laws, or principles, dictate the outcomes and results we experience in life. You may remember my episode on the If/Then Principle, where we unpacked “If _(this)_, then _(that)_.” Today on our program, I want to share a few of the most powerful principles I’ve discovered, and encourage you to live by them. Special Announcement: Tomor...

Anthony de Mello  shares a story of an eaglet who’s egg was found by a farmer and placed in a chicken’s nest. The eagle spent its life thinking and believing it was a chicken, rather than ever venturing out to discover who it really was. This story captures what can happen if we don’t effectively and regularly assess the relationships we have in our lives. We’re going to address this very issue to...

We’re going to continue talking about relationships, since they’re so important. How do we navigate changes in relationships? Are all relationships meant to last a lifetime? What do you do when a relationship is tested? What do you do when a relationship’s season has come to an end? How do we steward the transitions in relationships from one level to another? Today on the program, we will be looki...

What is life outside of relationships? Can relationships be categorized? What about different seasons of our lives – how do relationships play in to those? What’s the best way to navigate relationships when conflict or tests arise? Today, we’re going to be looking at the answers to these questions and talking about The Relationship Factor: How to Identify, Steward, and Benefit From the People Who...

Life has a way of bringing us to circumstances and situations we can’t explain. Things that leave us with more questions than answers. Sometimes, it causes us to even question God, His love for us, and why He would all us to go through this. What can we do when we’re going through hell in our life? How can we come out the other side? Today, I want us to talk about this, in an interview with one of...

Excellence is a mindset that drives us to do better. Unfortunately, we live in a culture where mediocrity and doing things half-way have become the norm. Just getting by. Doing just enough. It’s a sorry way to live. Today, I want to give you a framework for not only living an uncommon life, but for pursuing EXCELLENCE. Living the life God designed for you! Today, we’re going to look at The Pursuit...

It is fitting that we begin the second 100 episodes talking about The Ties That Bind. For several weeks, we have visited this subject, and even given you a backdrop for how this story unfolded. The book and the training has literally gone around the world, and changed the lives of thousands of people, but the truth is, we’ve barely scratched the surface. Today on the program, it is my privilege to...

This is such an exciting day, as we’re celebrating 100 episodes! It’s quite a feeling to know we’ve reached out to spread the message of healing, success, and purpose, consistently. We’ve got some special guests and messages as we look back to the beginning of the Strategic Living Podcast, and also as we look ahead and forecast the vision of its future. Tune in as we are Celebrating 100 Episodes!...

Most people never experience the life that is theirs by design. They lose their way, become disillusioned, confused, or have simply given up. Today, I want to give you a framework for reclaiming your life. The one God designed for you! Today, we’re going to look at How You Can Reconcile the Past, Re-Engage Your Dreams, and Realize Your Full Potential. We’re inching up on the launch of our The Ties...

Today is going to be a reflective episode. You’ve heard us talk about The Ties That Bind over the years, and now we’re about to enter a new chapter in the life of this incredible work. I thought it might be interesting for you to hear the back story, how my understanding of these principles came about, and the evolution of my perspective on them. Also, I really want you to hear the WHY behind this...

You’ve heard it said one is lucky if in their lifetime they have only a handful of true friends. The truth is, a person is incredibly fortunate if they have two or three all-in kind of friends in their life! I’m fortunate to be sharing one of those friends in my own life with you today. Relationships come and go. As you and I grow and pursue what the Father has for us, we find not everyone is will...

I believe most people live a very common life, experience very common results, and expect very common things. I’m here to tell you average and ordinary are overrated. The status quo is NOT what you were created to know or be. On today’s program, I want to share with you living uncommonly. That’s right: today, I’m sharing 10 Keys For Living An Uncommon Life. Defining “Uncommon”: uncommon: not often...

Gail and her husband Tony join me in studio for a fantastic interview about seeing beyond. Gail has an incredible story you’ll hear about today, and you can read about in our show notes below. Gail, originally from St. Louis, MO, and began her career in ministering to people by singing. She still has quite a love for music, but her story has allowed her to minister in new ways. After she met her h...

It’s been said one is lucky (and even blessed) if in their lifetime they have a handful of true friends. As you and I grow in life, and pursue the things the Father has for us, we will find not everyone is willing to go where you are going. I want to share with you a little more about my journey the last few years, and how along the way, it has been necessary to evaluate relationships, and make ad...

It’s been said one is lucky (and even blessed) if in their lifetime they have a handful of true friends. As you and I grow in life, and pursue the things the Father has for us, we will find not everyone is willing to go where you are going. I want to share with you a little more about my journey the last few years, and how along the way, it has been necessary to evaluate relationships, and make ad...

Our tendency as human beings is to live in past while being in the present. We tend to see our present and our tomorrow through the lens of yesterday. In this episode, I want to challenge you with this thought: Right NOW is the best time for you to decide how your future will play out. Where you’ve been is not where you are going! My Story: I was raised in a very traditional and legalistic Christi...

I am a firm believer every person ever born has the potential to do something significant with their lives. Success is no respecter of persons; it is attainable by anybody willing to follow certain principles and work diligently to achieve their goals. There are formulas and keys that assure us tremendous success. Today I’ll share with you The P Factor: 7 P’s that make up this formula, helping us...