Win At Home First

Get comfortable, with being uncomfortable. Do you do hard things? Do you still challenge yourself? Our kids are like sponges and take in everything they see us do. Today's guest Tanner Konrady talks about this, and how he encourages his children to do things that may be difficult. Not only that, but how to give them grace, and show them how to give themselves grace when they mess up.   In this epi...

Delayed gratification. What comes to your mind when you hear that term? For today's podcast guest Adam Zach, delayed gratification is one of his key traits needed to win at home first. It is so easy to get distracted quickly by the "shiny things" in life. However, when we pace ourselves, and not reach for the quick dopamine fixes, it can completely change the outcome of a situation for the better....

You cannot build a relationship, any relationship, without time spent together. Life is busy. Between raising kids, maintaining our relationship with our spouse, and juggling everyday things with work, sometimes we forget just how important time spent alone with the Lord is. Today's guest Denis Beausejour talks about just how important his time spent alone with God while transitioning from corpora...

How many times have you heard the 10 commandments? You probably know them by heart. But are you just seeing them, or are you really hearing them? Complacency is dangerous. Before we know it, we aren't heeding warnings, or listening to the things we know to be true. Today's guest Robbie Slocomb dives into how a divorce helped him come to realize this fact, and not get stuck in complacency.  In this...

"Just tell yourself not to be depressed!" Today's guest Ted Clouser used to think this way, but was able to draw closer to God as he experienced depression for the first time. This interview was a great reminder. Despite 'knowing' the right steps to take, we can allow ourselves to become engrossed in our work, in making our careers our identity. Which can lead to things like depression, as it did...

Intentionality. We hear this word all of the time. But what does that word mean to you? Today's guest John Gallagher talks about how he was intentional with his children. Not only are they still active in his life, but they genuinely *enjoy* spending time with him. It can be hard to find the balance between parent, mentor, spiritual leader, and friend. I know I had some great takeaways after our c...

"I've never been excited about heaven." This conversation was FULL of 'aha' moments. If you follow me, you undoubtedly have heard of today's guest Jordan Raynor. He has been on the podcast before, but not like this. Today's episode, we have an amazing conversation about the new earth, heaven, eternity, and so much more. Grab a notepad, and get ready for some great pieces of wisdom.   In this episo...

"You're a nobody." It seems like an insult to many, but today's guest Jim Bechtold has another viewpoint. He is a firm believer in seeing the lord show up despite their background and where they come from. He discusses how his hardened heart was softened, and opened his heart to the idea of God, and his realness. I hope you find encouragement in this episode.    In this episode, you'll discover… ...

Today's episode is another great change of pace. I sat down with the husband and wife team, John David Mann and Ana Gabriel Mann. They co-author the book "The Go-Giver Marriage" together, and we have a great discussion on the 5 Secrets to Lasting Love. This conversation was such a great preview into their book, and I look forward to hearing your feedback on the episode, and their book!    In this...

Today's episode is different from the last 150 episodes! I got invited to share this Rise and Go talk, and I wanted to share it with each of you. This particular talk was able to reach about 500 business leaders all around the country! It was designed to start their week off on a high and positive note- with a dose of leadership and faith. I got great feedback on this talk and thought you could be...

What season of life are you in? What season of life do you need to be in to accomplish certain goals or expectations you have for yourself? Today's guest Mike Abramowitz helps break down the many seasons we all experience in life, and how to best utilize them for the things we need to accomplish. We talk about how to excel even in the seemingly slow season of winter, and how to identify the differ...

Who do you spend the majority of your time with? Do their values, align with yours? Are they heading in the same direction that you want to be going? Have they accomplished things that you would like to do someday? Today's guest Stephen Woessner opens up about just how important this is. How the people and things that surround your life, truly make a difference in the trajectory of your goals.   ...

What does it mean to be a man? Our sons may be wondering just that as they get older. With so many opinions on the subject, today's guest Don Ross created Manhood Tribes. Not only does he help young men with their understanding of what it means to be a man, but also helps us as fathers, grow closer with our sons.   In this episode, you'll discover…  What is the key trait to winning at work and at...

It does not belong to you, it belongs to God. How often do you find yourself stressing, or getting overwhelmed by situations out of your control? Or even the ones we may have some control over? For example, today's guest Bruce Sheridan talks about how he manages his life at home. In some situations, it may seem as though the more control we have, the better. When in reality, the more self-control...

How heavily do you rely on the knowledge that God will provide? When you feel a nudge to go in an unexpected direction, how quickly are you to listen? Or even investigate that nudge? Meredith Arlinghaus talks about just that. There may be those moments when we think "No way! That cannot be what God is telling me to do." But when we throw our reliance on Him, we end up right where we are supposed t...

You are not the sole provider of your family. God is. He has that weight and carries you through it. We control the input, God controls the impact. Today's guest Derek Mills reminds us that our responsibility lies in trusting God for the outcome of the hard work we put in. This isn't easy to do as life, stress, and family pressures may get in the way. This episode will be very encouraging for you...

How vulnerable are you with your kids? How do you encourage them when it comes to their future, goals, or head trash they may have? What are you doing that maybe you aren't showing them, that could help them become better adults? Today's guest Lantz Howard talks about his intentionality with what he shows his kids when it comes to helping others. Not only that, but how important it is to remember...

What would happen, if you made it a point to take care of your soul? What does it mean to take care of your soul? Today's guest Greg Woodard encourages every leader out there, to do just that. By taking care of your soul, Greg believes that your family, team, and those around you will be taken care of on a whole new level. Enjoy today's episode.   In this episode, you'll discover…    What is the k...

Are you just as intentional at home, as you are at work? Today I sat down with David and Stu. We touched on intentionality, humility, and trust. Trusting in the process. Trusting in the promptings we receive. Trusting in God. Today's encouragement is to take time to think about the effects of the hard work you put out, that you don't see. You control the input, God controls the impact.    In this...

There's a time to keep quiet, and a time to speak. As leaders, we may tend to be conversation controllers. But what would happen if you sat back and listened to the stories of those around you? Alan Hendy speaks so highly about his dad, and what he has learned from him. How he has accomplished so much, but is a listener more than a talker, and the blessings that have come from that.    In this epi...

Today's episode is one for the books. Jeff Standridge is a father, entrepreneur, and man strong in his faith. We uncover many points that Stan uses in his day-to-day life, that help him stay focused, resilient, and in check. At one point during our conversation, Jeff brings up just how great it is that his adult children still make an effort to be very active in their lives. With smaller children...

When was the last time you asked your parents for advice? Today's guest Nick Dadas brought up the fact that despite him being a father himself, he still wants to ask his dad on his thoughts when he is about to make a big decision. His reason? Because he knows that his dad has been through life, and has made a lot of the decisions that he is debating on making. If your parents are still around, con...

How much do your kids know about their grandparents? Or their great-grandparents? What stories are you telling them to keep their accomplishments, resilience, and impact alive? Today's guest Bill High discussed the importance of this, and how it can change the trajectory of your child's life, and generations to come. I know he inspired me to reach out and learn more, and I look forward to hearing...

Are you mentally with your family, or just physically? Today's guest Brian Kohr dives into a game-changing moment he had while at Disney Land with his family. He sheds light on if we are doing things for the right reasons, or our ego. When we look at it through that lens, the answer may surprise you. Enjoy today's episode.    In this episode, you'll discover…  What is the key trait to winning at w...

Have you ever heard of capping your revenue? Today's guest, Katherine Wintsch about knocked me out of my chair when she mentioned her method of keeping, and maintaining boundaries. We also talk about the side effects of positive self-talk, encouraging our families in a way that will actually benefit them, and so much more. What a fun conversation, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts on tod...