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Trav's Outfitter PodcastEp. 14: Small Towns and Big Stories with Cory HepolaSend us a textIn this episode of the Trav’s Outfitter Podcast, we sit down Cory Hepola, Emmy-winning journalist and creator of the popular My Town Series on YouTube. Join us for a thoughtful conversation on what makes small towns like Watertown thrive. From the stories that connect communities to the challenges rural America faces today, Cory shares his personal journey, what inspired My Town, and why telling local stories matters more than ever. Whether you grew up in a small town or just want to understand the draw, this episode will leave you inspired and refl...2025-06-1843 min
Win At Home FirstCreating a strong relationship with your college daughter, with Kiley Carlson (my college daughter)How do our kids really feel? You may think you are communicating enough, but do they? I sat down with Kiley, my 20-year-old daughter. The day this episode was recorded, we went to lunch. I found out the way I was communicating was not what she wanted - and in turn, not what she needed. The way we communicate with our kids has to be in a way that they will receive it. If you have children of any age, this episode can be very beneficial for your relationship. Enjoy. In this episode, you’ll dis...2025-03-0538 min
Win At Home FirstRecap of my week with the monks - the why, how, and what from my silent retreatToday’s episode is a special solo episode! I just did my first silent retreat. I went to the Abbey of Gethsemani in Kentucky for a silent retreat. I was there from Monday to Thursday. During that time, I had 3 conversations. One with a monk for spiritual direction. The other 2 were with a guy from my church. The rest of the time, I was silent. I was nervous going into it. I’m an extrovert. I love to talk to people. I’m also addicted to email and social media. Yet, I unplugged. It was hard at first. Then it got ea...2024-11-1224 min
The Shooter's MindsetThe Shooter's Mindset Episode 434- Sam Carlson from Thunder Beast ArmsJoin Jen, Greg, and Cory as we chat with Sam Carlson from Thunder Beast Arms Corp!2024-02-2959 min
Win At Home FirstRise and GoToday’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 benefit from it as well. If you are interested in having me come speak to your leaders, you can learn more at the link be...2024-02-2715 min
The Lifeonaire ShowThe Importance of Winning at Home First with Cory M CarlsonOver the course of our careers, we have many bosses, many co-workers, many clients, or many business partners… But we only have one family. Yet, many times, we find ourselves bending over backwards to appease the people we work with, despite the fact we could be replaced at work and forgotten about at any moment. Cory M Carlson recognized this problem. He saw the pressure many of us are under to succeed at work and the cost it often entails on our lives at home. He even saw i...2023-03-2252 min
Win At Home FirstPriorities, masterminds, and values with Aaron Walker, CEO of Iron Sharpens IronOn this week's podcast, Aaron Walker said the turning point for his life was when he "had a pocket full of money, but a house full of strangers.” At 35 years old he was very successful, making lots of money but was never around at home. This caused him to really be honest with himself, and make some major changes. He puts it as “prioritizing his priorities.” Now, he leads a lot of masterminds to help men win in all areas of their life. Thanks for listening, I look forward to your feedback. 2023-01-2430 min
Win At Home FirstHow to Handle Anxiety, Grief, and Lamenting with Sherman Bradley, Pastor and Founder of GOODFITToday's episode with Sherman Bradley is inspiring. Sherman is a pastor and entrepreneur, so he has a lot going on. There is so much we can learn from him because he's crazy smart and intellectual. We talked a lot about empathy, and how you can be a feeler, but that doesn't necessarily mean you're empathetic. That was eye-opening to me. Plus he's in a season of rest which for many of us, myself included, we dont even know what rest means! So there's a lot to learn from him on this season of rest he's in. So enjoy the...2023-01-0944 min
Win At Home FirstFrom private jets to prison to a life of purpose with Mark Whitacre, Executive Director of t-FactorHappy New Year! Since it is the beginning of a new year, we are all being bombarded with emails about New Year's resolutions, coming up with our One Word, creating 'I will' statements, and the list goes on. I believe in those practices, however, today I want to provide a different perspective. A bigger perspective. This week's podcast will help you 'zoom out' to remind us of why we even make resolutions, to begin with. This week's podcast episode is unbelievable! Mark Whitacre had it all. 2022-12-2732 min
Win At Home FirstOne calling, many assignments, and defining wins with Matt Lombardi, CEO of ShareToday's episode with Matt Lombardi will challenge you to think in a few different ways. Matt says “no” a lot. He believes in living a simple life and has a great hack when you say ‘no’ via email or in person, which you will love! We also discuss how important is to define your wins, and how to measure them. Matt is married so we talk about how he and his wife spend time together every single day, and the important role it plays in their successful marriage. This episode...2022-12-1231 min
Win At Home FirstManaging expectations and handling emotions with Jake Loveland, coach and host of Tenaciously Human podcastToday's episode is with Jake Loveland. Jake is married and is a father to 5 kids under 5! So we talk about that and how he manages his time. Jake is a coach like myself, so we get to hear his tips and tricks, and what things Jake is sharing with his clients. We talk about the importance of managing two things: Our expectations, and our emotions. There is power that comes from validation, and then working through it. We also talked about how some things in our daily lives dont have to compete, they can actually be complementary. It's a...2022-11-2929 min
Win At Home FirstPower of dreaming, discernment and prioritization with Dustin Riechmann, partner at Fire Creek SnacksDustin Riechmann wears a lot of different hats, thus has many different areas that he can speak into and help each of us. First, he is a degreed engineer, but no longer practices engineering. He took a bold move to not renew his license after reading my book 'Rise and Go'! (check out this cool story here!!) So, he understands taking risks. Another cool hat is he started helping a brand called Fire Creek Snacks, and due to his marketing success, they are now on the shelves of Wal-Mart. Another hat is being a...2022-11-1539 min
Win At Home FirstMarriage and business lessons with Robert and Kay Lee Fukui, authors of 'Tandem'Today’s episode is with a husband and wife team, Robert and Kay Lee Fukui. We don't have this often so it's a fun new perspective. They work together to help married couples, as well as authored their book Tandem: The married entrepreneurs' guide for greater work-life balance. We talk about how to resolve conflict, including some good phrases to use with your spouse when conflict arises, and the power of marriage, knowing that you are on the same team. They are a great couple, and there are many things to learn from this...2022-11-0137 min
Win At Home FirstBi-vocational ministry, fatherhood and identity with Peter Ostapko, author and business leaderA friend told me that I needed to connect with this week's podcast guest, Peter Ostapko, because of his heart to help people with their identity. The fact is that their identity is not in their job, salary, or type of car, but instead in their relationship to God. Oh man, am I glad that we connected. One reason is because of the Kinsmen Journal he and his team created. It is basically a very professional coffee table book that talks about fatherhood and identity. Seriously, click on the link and look at how professional it...2022-10-1838 min
Win At Home FirstVulnerable lessons learned on the entrepreneurial journey of Alli Escovedo Owen, Co-founder of Sweet LogicToday's episode is one that will inspire you to take steps towards that dream project you have. Ali runs a specialty food company with her husband and had to make big decisions, and big sacrifices to get there. They both had successful jobs as engineers, so it took a lot of faith in god and their 'why' as they made the decision to quit their jobs, and move toward this dream. They chose to live on just one salary and save all of that money because they wanted to work together towards a meaningful purpose....2022-10-0430 min
Win At Home FirstContentment, Healthy Ambition, and Chasing Dreams with Chris Grainger, Founder of Lion WithinToday’s episode with Chris is a great one– especially if you are thinking about diving into something new! Chris is bi-vocational. Meaning, that he’s got a full-time job, but is also pursuing a dream. Chris has an organization called The Lion Within Us, he’s got a podcast, courses, all kinds of stuff and he’s going for it! We talk about what that looks like, just to step into something new, and have success in your current job as well as win at home first. Chris is where a lot of listeners are- I have a job...2022-09-2033 min
Win At Home FirstGod and faith at a public company and preparing daily to lead 15k employees with Jason Lippert, CEO of LCI IndustriesTodays guest, is a return guest! Jason Lippert had his first appearance on Win at Home First back in January of last year. You can listen to it here. Today, we talk about how his company has now grown from 11,000 to 15,000 employees, and how he maintains a great culture. Not only does he allow them time off when needed, but supplies them with great resources to help them grow as people, and put their families first. How does he do this? Grab your notebooks because today is a good one. I look forward to...2022-09-0635 min
The Sweet Spot with Cory BradleyEp. 111: Anders CarlsonCurrently, 3rd in Career Scoring (352 points) AND 2nd in Career Field Goals Made (67) for the Auburn Tigers...K/Anders Carlson swings by "The Sweet Spot". Listen as he shares experiences overcoming adversity, his family's influence and support, marrying the girl of his dreams, Coach Harsin's culture, and excitement for the upcoming season. Also, get to know Anders through a very interesting round of "Rapid Fire".2022-09-0150 min
Win At Home FirstCo-authoring a book with Jon Gordon and pursuing your dreams, with Alex Demczak, author, speakerToday’s episode with Alex Demczak is an inspiring one! He went from a full-time employee with Veterans United– a very large mortgage company– to being a full-time author and speaker. Alex talks about the process, seeking wisdom from other people, discerning when to go, and it’s a great conversation for anyone looking to maybe do something different or do something bolder in their life. We talk about a moment in his life when he had to go to the doctor because his heartbeat was racing due to all the stress in his life and how he had to slow...2022-08-2337 min
Win At Home FirstDiscerning big ideas and doing an autopsy on your business, with Quincey Fox of PFS InvestmentsToday I am joined by Quincey Fox who I met through a master class with Jordan Raynor. I always find it interesting and encouraging when a successful leader is in business with their spouse. And that’s exactly what Quincey and her husband are doing! They run GFS Investments and have one daughter, and are winning at work and winning at home. I’m looking forward to reading your feedback on today's episode. Enjoy. Quinceys Bio: Quincey is a born-again Christian, as well as a wife and a mother. She runs a financ...2022-08-0927 min
Win At Home FirstExcellent prioritization and daily persistence with Mark Phillips, Managing Partner of 11 Tribes VenturesToday I am joined by Mark Phillips. He is the founder of Eleven Tribes Ventures- which invest in start-up companies. What’s so interesting about Mark is he enjoys leadership that is faith-forward. He is very strong in his faith and they are also strong believers in the mental health of leaders. They even put money aside when they invest in companies to put towards the mental health of these founders. We came across one another through a company called Ocean, and after every conversation, I leave inspired and wanting to do more. I wanted to...2022-07-2637 min
Win At Home FirstLeading 300 employees with God in the Vision and Values with Josh Wildman, CEO of Wildman Business GroupToday’s episode with Josh Wildman will push you to live out your faith more both at work and at home. Josh is CEO of a company with 300 people and they’ve got God in their vision statement! This is a sensitive topic in today's cancel culture, so our conversation was very eye opening to me, so I am confident you will find it of value as well. Josh also shares some stories of how he listens too God and takes bold moves based on what he’s hearing. For example, Josh took a three-month sabbatic...2022-07-1234 min
Win At Home FirstValues, Passion, and Mapping out your life with Elliot Beeson, co-founder of Aktual DesignI met today's guest on Linkedin and learned quickly that we have very similar values. After a brief conversation, I knew I wanted to learn more about him and his business. Elliot is in business with his wife and they started a company of their own in March of 2020 before we all knew how COVID-19 would impact everything. We talk about the ups and downs of this and how they got through it– they even drove for UberEats! This story is very helpful to all of us as we have all experienced highs and lows. He and hi...2022-06-2935 min
Win At Home FirstHow to make an impact and be real with others with Judd Semingson, CEO of Community Clinic NWAI met today's guest Judd Semingson through the Jordan Raynor Mastermind program. We really connected over faith and family as he is a husband and father of 2. Judds' story is really interesting, as he entered the CEO role in the Healthcare field in January 2020- Just one month before COVID-19. He talks about the adjustment needed when you don't plan on a worldwide health crisis, as well as balancing family life with work. Especially during trying times. Sit back and enjoy! In this episode, you'll discover... Key tr...2022-06-1437 min
Win At Home FirstFocus on purpose, people, and the clear next step with Jennifer Faust, founder of Faust Global PartnersI met this week's podcast guest, Jennifer Faust, during our interview process for her to join the Aruna Board of Directors. Aruna is a non-profit I have had the privilege to serve on the Board of Directors for the last few years. Aruna provides sustainable employment to women freed from sex trafficking in India. These freed women make incredible bags, purses and headbands that sell very well in the US. Go check them out here :) Well, when we had the chance to interview Jennifer, it was a slam dunk that she should join the board. Jen...2022-05-3145 min
Win At Home FirstPower of perspective, obedience, and hearing from God with Josh Chodniewicz, CEO of Fundify This week's episode is awesome! You may have supported today's guest if you've ever ordered from art.com or posters.com. Josh Chodniewicz was the Founder and CEO of these popular sites until he sold them to Walmart!!! Before Josh sold to Walmart, he was able to grow his company to 1,000 employees, 20 million different paying customers, and over 3 BILLION dollars in sales! So he knows what it is like to run a huge business! We cover a lot of ground on this podcast as he is a wise...2022-05-1440 min
Win At Home FirstPassion, Persistence, Pivoting and Prayer with Josh Holstein, CEO of CellARide In this episode, you’ll discover… The key trait to win at work and win at home (1:54) As an entrepreneur, what would you have done differently at the start of your company (2:50) How do you set boundaries to give yourself time to focus on things other than work (10:02) When did you know you needed to hand over your story for a greater story (15:25) Josh’s Four Pillars of Success (19:34) Josh Holstein’s Bio: Josh Holstein is the Founder & CEO of CellARide, an award-winning Midwest technology firm, consider...2022-05-0334 min
Win At Home FirstAggressive Listening, time blocking and helping others with Amy Connor, CEO of CMO-OnLoanHere is some hard truth... The company will be fine without you. The nonprofit you volunteer for will be fine without you. Your family WILL NOT be fine without you. Yes, we need to work hard. Yes, we need to serve. However, we can't overwork and overserve at the expense of our family. This was just one of many pieces of wisdom that this week's podcast guest shared. Amy Connor has been a Brand Manager at P&G, then Vice President of Marketing for Lenscrafters. Amy is also a wife, a pa...2022-04-2036 min
Win At Home FirstSacrifice, time management, and launching a VR company with Renji Bijoy, founder and CEO of ImmersedI met Renji Bijoy about 6 years ago when he was a participant in the Ocean accelerator and I had the opportunity to speak a few times to the cohort. I immediately hit it off with Renji. First of all, he is a very personable individual, however, there are two things that stood out to me. First is how radical his business idea was (and still is too many of us). The second is how strong his faith was (and still is)! Both of those ideas caused me and will cause you to think and dream...2022-04-0537 min
Win At Home FirstBeing intentional in all areas of your life with Peter Durand, CEO of Cruxible PartnersAs humans, we tend to take the path of least resistance. Now, since this email is sent to business leaders, then let's set the record straight. We are all pro-active, 'go get 'em', type leaders - so l know we don't usually take the path of least resistance on purpose! Instead, it an unintended consequence for our hard work in another area and we just need to catch our breath! What I see in my own life, is if I am working hard on a work project, then I may take my foot...2022-03-2220 min
Benefits InfluencerHyper Focused With A Niche w/ Cory FriedmanNed and Cory discuss the massive success and recognition Cory has experienced through focusing his efforts on a very specific niche. Cory shares how to have a niche and how to provide a depth of value to ensure you become a needed resource. Cory is passionate about what he does and believes other Benefits Consultants can find success by focussing on a niche as well. ---------------------------------------------- Hunter! Is the Automated Sales Assistant for Benefits Brokers. Go to agencyleverage.com/pipeline to see how Hunter can work for you.2022-03-0931 min
Win At Home FirstHow to work and fight with your spouse | Podcast Interview with Martin Briggs, CEO of UX MarketIn December, I had the opportunity to speak at the GameDay event in Birmingham, AL. Where about 100 business leaders came together to plan out their personal and professional life for 2022 The night before the event, we had a speaker's dinner with the hosts and the emcee. The emcee was Martin A. Briggs, who is this week's podcast guest. I had the privilege to sit next to him and hear some of his story. I was encouraged and inspired to say the least. He is very strong in his faith, a family...2022-03-0832 min
Win At Home FirstHow to create psychological safety, yet push others for more. | Podcast Interview with Steve Montgomery, founder of Legion Insurance GroupDid you have a bad week? Or maybe a few bad weeks? I know for me, there have been some bad weeks at various times these last two years. However, this week's podcast guest, Steve Montgomery, gave me a new perspective on what a bad week is. In 2009, Steve had 3 awful events take place in a matter of 10 days! First, his wife calls him informing him that she just had just miscarried their first baby. The very next day, Steve was a part of a mass layoff at work.2022-02-2334 min
Win At Home FirstWorking with your spouse and being on SharkTank | Podcast interview with William and Kristen Schumacher of Uprising FoodA few months ago, my family and I were watching an episode of 'Shark Tank' and to our surprise, there was a Cincinnati company on there! William and Kristen Schumacher are founders of Uprising, a company that makes healthy chips and bread. I enjoyed watching them on the show and hearing their company story - but I was more intrigued they were doing this as husband and wife! So, I had to reach out because these are my kind of people! Business leaders who are also strong in their faith and wanting to w...2022-02-0847 min
Win At Home FirstMindset, panic attacks, and trusting your team | Podcast Interview with Jim Samocki, President of Doran ManufacturingIn this episode you’ll discover: How do you hold people accountable? (6:53) Wakeup call in the form of anxiety (17:06) What's your Ebenezer? (21:19) Does coaching actually work? (24:55) Are you Listening? (27:00) How can you be confident, and vulnerable? (31:41) Jim Samocki's Bio Jim Samocki serves as the President at Doran Manufacturing and responsible for leading the third generation privately-held company, owned by Jeff and Todd Stegman. Jim and his wife, Michelle and have two school age daughters, Sophia and Julia. Based in Camp Washington, Ohio since 1953, Doran is a leading provider of safety...2022-01-2638 min
Win At Home FirstSurviving cancer, empathy for others, and releasing control | Podcast Interview with Bill Baker, Principal/Owner MSA DesignIt is great to be announcing another podcast episode! I made a LinkedIn post (check it out here) last week about why I needed to take a break from my podcast for a few weeks. Throughout the year, I review all of my efforts to see what I should do ‘more of’ as well as ‘less of’. Well, the podcast was one that got the ‘less of’ vote. I hit pause on it for 6 weeks as it was affecting my mind – when I got great feedback, it went to my ego; or I felt defe...2022-01-1242 min
Win At Home FirstRaising Kings and QueensIn this episode, you’ll discover… What not to do when you feel emptiness. (8:20) Our now matters now. (10:35) Do you believe that god has the “Night Shift”? (13:20) Progress, over perfection. (17:58) Relationship THEN responsibility. (22:50) Share the wins and losses. (25:22) Who over what. (30:01) What is an identity ceremony? (32:09) Are you crushing it at work but struggling at home? If you want to learn how to win at home, then go to https://CoryMCarlson.com and download your free copy of “10 Ways To Win At Home.” If you're looking for a resource to help you with these times when your work is n...2021-12-0837 min
Win At Home FirstHow to build strong, responsible and humbler leaders with Joe Cavanaugh, CEO of YouthFrontiersIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why humility is the single most important trait for leaders today — both at work and at home (2:39) The one question to ask yourself before walking to your home after work that neutralizes petty arguments before they happen (5:45) The “Simmer Down” secret for humanizing your business and attracting new customers and team members in droves (6:29) How developing your values and character can ease your anxiety and depression (11:55) Why trusting your feelings fills you with misery (and how to learn from your feelings without self-sabotaging) (14:14) The “Precious, Not Perfect” mindset tweak that helps you forgive yourself afte...2021-12-0139 min
Win At Home FirstAsk more questions, mindset, and energy awareness with Kendra Ramirez, CEO of Kendra Ramirez Digital AgencyIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why asking more questions makes you a better leader at work and at home (1:35) The weird “side-by-side” communication secret that brings you closer to your spouse and children (4:12) How mowing your lawn without earbuds rejuvenates your spirit after a long, stress-filled week (8:18) Why God wants you to have abundance with your health, finances, and family (even if it seems like He doesn’t) (13:01) The wicked way your desire for control keeps you trapped in a scarcity mindset (14:54) How your brain works in 3 simple steps — and how to “hack” this to create abundance in your life and busin...2021-11-2435 min
Win At Home FirstWhere are you stepping out in faith in your home or your career? with Jamahal Boyd, CEO of The Crossroads CenterIn this episode, you’ll discover… The “Spiritual Balance” secret to winning at work and at home (1:51) How spiritual warfare beefs up its attacks on you when you’re trying to do good (and how to prevent it from sabotaging your life and marriage) (6:12) Why spending time in scripture before doing anything else “primes” your brain to reach its full potential (15:15) The simple “One Verse” exercise that makes diving into scripture less overwhelming (15:55) How to keep your teenagers engaged spiritually instead of rolling their eyes whenever you bring up God (17:59) The “date-at-home” approach for connecting with your wife without going to fancy resta...2021-11-1749 min
Win At Home FirstHow to not be defined by your addictions or your success with Will Cox, CEO of Solera EnergyIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why having humility gives you an unfair advantage at winning at home and at work (and how to practice humility) (2:12) How being the CEO at home pushes your family away (and how to step back without sacrificing your leadership) (3:48) The “listen with your eyes” secret that prevents work from distracting you when you’re with your kids (6:30) The weird way overcoming an opiate addiction makes success in business and with God easier (10:05) The insidious way being a high-achiever makes you more prone to addictions (and how to harness this power to make the world a bet...2021-11-1037 min
Win At Home FirstWhat is good for your marriage, career, and finances with Brian Holtz, COO of CompassIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why treating your family like your co-workers improves your marriage and your relationship with your kids (2:03) The “Never Empty-Handed” approach that makes your wife feels appreciated (6:46) The service mindset shift that strengthens your marriage more than weekly date nights (9:42) Why taking a new job that pays half of your current salary makes you more fulfilled and closer to God (especially when making less money is scary) (12:34) How working from home can poison your marriage (and how to protect your marriage when you must work from home) (17:48) The single defining factor that determines if you’re a go...2021-11-0338 min
Win At Home FirstMarriage and Career strengthened after a loss of a child, with Andy Schoonover, CEO of CrowdHealthIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why discipline makes you a “super dad” (even when you have a million other things to take care of) (4:28) How setting expectations with your family and team prevents one of them from stealing too much of your time (6:23) Why selfishness rips marriages apart in unexpected ways (and how to use your marriage to become selfless) (9:42) The “Partnership Trick” that makes your wife happy when you go to happy hour networking events (10:28) How to bounce back in your faith, marriage, and career after losing your first child (13:04) The “Pain Becomes Your Platform” secret for leveraging your mo...2021-10-2755 min
Win At Home FirstAre you managing time or priorities? with Tim Carroll, COO of Working SpacesShow highlights include: The question that gives you instant clarity on how to grow your business without sacrificing your marriage. (6:35) How to empower your team to find giant opportunities in your biggest challenges (even when your entire industry shuts down) (22:48) Why thinking, brainstorming and reading can grow your business more than reinvesting all your profits (32:40) How to “rejoice” and bounce back from business problems by giving your problems to God (44:25) Are you crushing it at work but struggling at home? If you want to learn how to win at home, then go to https://CoryMCarlson.com and down...2021-10-2050 min
Win At Home FirstVulnerability, life change, and making honey with Nathan Sheets, CEO of Nature Nate's HoneyIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why being a parent is harder than being a CEO (and how humility makes both jobs easier) (4:06) How figuring out your children’s “love bank” helps you avoid having agonizing regrets as they grow up (5:55) The insidious way many parents use travel as a way to relax from parenting (11:16) How to guide your children towards their full potential (without being overbearing or too critical) (13:43) The weird way being desperate helps you get closer to God (and how to ask for salvation before hitting rock bottom) (22:06) Why you have to fail more often if you waant suc...2021-10-1341 min
Win At Home FirstAre you doing today what will make you better for tomorrow, with Patrick Wathen, President of Equity Commercial Real EstateIn this episode, you’ll discover… How humility and respect go hand in hand when leading your team and your family (2:19) The counterintuitive reason adding your faith to your company’s value statement opens more doors than it closes (even if you think it’ll make you lose customers) (10:15) How having “healthy tension” in your business pushes your company to grow (14:14) The subtle mindset shift to make in your prayers that helps you align with God’s plan for your life (16:11) 2 simple ways to motivate and inspire others around you when you’re feeling unmotivated and uninspired (23:16) The “Sleep On It Secret” mili...2021-10-0643 min
Win At Home FirstReturn of effort for decision making and a better way to listen with Cherylanne Skolnicki, founder of Brilliant BalanceIn this episode, you’ll discover… How being a better listener helps you avoid verbal sparring matches in your home and work life (4:32) The “90-second emotional window” that helps you stop saying hurtful things you don’t mean to your family (5:47) The simple question to ask your kids that helps them create their own solutions to their problems instead of brushing you off with frustration (7:40) Why something as simple as sharing a cup of coffee with your spouse can be as effective as a well-planned date night (10:36) Jesus’s “Orbit Secret” that helps you cure the loneliness many entrepreneurs feel...2021-09-2943 min
Win At Home FirstAre you living a consistent and resilient life with Brian Tome, founding and senior pastor of Crossroads ChurchIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why resiliency is the single best way to crush it in business and at home (4:49) How finding a hobby for you and your wife is a cheat code to a long and fulfilling marriage (6:51) The weird way having more stress cracks in your life helps you build a stronger marriage (6:51) How having difficult conversations with your wife early in your marriage prevents you from getting a divorce (8:54) The “Separate Environment” secret for making your marriage better even when you’re apart (13:07) How to lead your children to God (even if you never lead Bible studi...2021-09-2230 min
Win At Home FirstAre you visible and available to the important people in your life, Brandon Carson, VP of L&D at Wal-MartIn this episode, you’ll discover… How bringing your “real self” warts and all into work everyday helps you win at work and home (4:16) Why sitting on your sofa thinking without technology is the most profitable way to spend your time (12:17) The counterintuitive way blocking your time lets you finish 10 hours of work in only 8 hours (even if it feels unproductive in the moment) (16:53) The simple “time as a currency” mindset shift that helps you slay your procrastination demons (18:11) Apple’s collaboration secret that can wipe out your ego in a jiffy (25:26) The “100/100 Marriage” trick that only old couples know that k...2021-09-1536 min
Win At Home FirstBlowing people away and finding new opportunities with David Falk, owner of Boca Restaurant GroupIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why “sprinting” makes you burnout from work, wrecks your home life, and can even cause weight gain (3:34) How doing everything yourself sucks the joy out of your work and strains your relationship with your kids (and the simple mindset tweak that reverses this) (6:54) 3 steps for blowing people away that can turn random strangers into loyal customers and revive your relationship with your family (11:56) The “Shepherd Strategy” for raising your kids without being too hard on them or turning them into spoiled brats (14:54) Why disciplining your children as toddlers puts parenting on “easy mode” (even if it m...2021-09-0833 min
Win At Home FirstAre you looking for opportunities to surrender parts of your life with Shawn Askinosie, owner of Askinosie ChocolateIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why following Paul’s advice and taking your thoughts captive makes it almost impossible to lose at work and at home (4:04) How mindful breathing and phone notifications prevent your emotions from derailing your during hectic days (6:07) Why having dinner with your family every night and going on date nights with your wife isn’t enough to with at home (and the one skill you must have) (11:40) How your “separate self” thrives on money and fame and makes your “true self” vanish (especially when you’re making money by helping others) (25:18) Why your own mind is more cunnin...2021-09-0132 min
Win At Home FirstDesire to win plus the illusion of money with Marshall Hyzdu, president of Archbishop Moeller High SchoolIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why reading Colossians 3:23 every morning puts winning at work and at home on “easy mode” (4:23) How communicating your shortcomings with your spouse helps you avoid combative arguments (7:55) The insidious way the “illusion of money” tricks you into sacrificing your dream life for meaningless green paper (10:55) Why a recession is the best opportunity to grow and expand your business (17:23) How having your phone in your pocket slowly erodes your relationship with your family (27:00) If you’re in the Cincinnati area and want to connect with Marshall, you can send him an email at MHyzdu@moeller.or...2021-08-2537 min
Win At Home FirstImposter Syndrome, Humilty and DAWG days with Sam Hills, owner of High FiveIn this episode, you’ll discover… The weird way being dumb makes you a better leader at work and at home (3:57) Why getting your team to tell you no more often skyrockets your accountability (14:01) Walt Disney’s “Disney Drawer” method for making sure your team implements your big ideas without overwhelming them (16:48) How “DAWG Days” frees you and your team from the regular hustle and bustle of work to focus on your relationship with God (and how this helps your company grow) (18:40) Why the devil wants you to suffer from Imposter Syndrome (and how community liberates you from your negative self...2021-08-1837 min
Win At Home FirstOvercoming anxiety and investing in your marriage to avoid grey divorce with Ken BrambleIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why “faking it until you make it” nukes your business career and your home life (4:08) How telling your wife about your anxiety jumpstarts your healing process (especially if you think sharing makes you seem weak) (6:40) Why imposter syndrome creates physical anxiety (and how relying on God helps you feel confident in your abilities) (11:33) Do you feel too old to start a business? Here’s why starting a business in your 50’s can be more fulfilling than starting one in your 20’s (12:46) Why sharing your most humiliating mistakes with your kids brings them closer to God and m...2021-08-1140 min
Win At Home FirstDepression, faith, and family as your business grows from an idea to $330M with Rick StephensIn this episode, you’ll discover… How looking at your life from God’s perspective keeps your life, family, and business on track (and the simple 10-minute strategy to keep God’s perspective) (4:35) Why something as simple as keeping your promises can result in a $73,000 first day launch (8:36) The “CEO at Home” trick that keeps your family together (even if you’re working 18 hour days growing a new business) (14:54) How living in the present and praying can erase 44 years of depression in an afternoon (17:49) The weird way smiling makes it impossible to be miserable (even if your business is dying and your w...2021-08-0444 min
Win At Home FirstHow taking baby steps unlocks all your biggest dreams with Tim SenffIn this episode, you’ll discover… The “Will Gap” reason to why you’re not winning at home and work (and why discipline is the antidote to it) (2:32) The 2 ambition ditches faith-based people fall into that sabotages their impact and relationship with God (3:19) Are you “cheating” on your wife with work? Here’s how to overcome your workaholism addiction (5:28) How too much work success transform you and your wife into business partners (and how to rediscover your love after you drift apart) (7:36) The weird way trying to help the world cripples your family life (12:37) How a job demotion helps your family bec...2021-07-2839 min
Win At Home FirstAre you asking the right questions to your kids with my daughter, Kiley CarlsonIn this episode, you’ll discover… How asking your teenager questions instead of scolding them empowers them and builds a stronger relationship (3:48) The “High Low” conversation starter that gets your children to open up and share their day with you (4:51) How pushing faith onto your kids backfires (and how to encourage your kids to find Jesus after it backfires) (7:09) Why tithing to your local church can land you a promotion (even if you’re a teenager) (11:36) How even the smallest token of appreciation like gifting someone flip-flops lights up their world and helps you ditch your scarcity mindset (16:55) The “Mood Colori...2021-07-2138 min
Win At Home FirstHow parenting helps us have a better relationship with God with Andrew Plummer of BAMIn this episode, you’ll discover… How admitting your failures as a parent to your children raises their respect for you (even if you think it’ll ruin it) (2:13) Why your ego sabotages your relationships (and the simple two-second trick to swallow your pride) (3:21) How putting your church before your family destroys your relationship with your kids (9:26) The “Music Method” for effortlessly encouraging your children to be independently dependent on God (14:08) How a bone-crushing and coma-inducing accident can turn even the toughest atheists into believers (24:01) If you’d like to connect with Andrew, you can connect with him on LinkedIn he...2021-07-1436 min
Win At Home FirstWhat is your culture code at work and at home with Ben Beshear of LiveWell CapitalIn this episode, you’ll discover… The ‘Jeff Bezos’ hack for motivating employees and creating an exciting work environment. (6:55) How to recruit and keep the right team members through the ‘8 points of the Culture Code.’ (10:49) Why the ‘Beyond Money’ mindset attracts your dream clients and makes them stay with you for good. (17:44) How a Budweiser jacket engages your team and makes them more productive. (21:15) The 3 categories of people your dream team needs to magnetize and keep lifelong clients. (29:02) Why establishing a culture code in your family makes you more purposeful and connected in the workplace. (33:38) Are you crushing it at work but...2021-07-0739 min
Win At Home FirstHow authentic vision and values help recruit and retain top talent with Nic and Jordan from Manning ContractingIn this episode, you’ll discover… How to make your team smile when you hand them more work (4:18) Why putting God in your core values attracts the best people into your business (even if it seems like it repels potential employees and customers) (5:25) How being vulnerable during initial interviews “ethically forces” candidates to fall in love with working for you (11:12) The “Character First” hiring method that guarantees you don’t have to fire a new employee as quick as you hired them (13:27) Why making more money every single month sabotages your company culture (and how to grow your company without ban...2021-06-3040 min
Win At Home FirstOne Degree Better: Nick Spicher interviews me to discuss getting one degree better in your family, spirituality, and businessIn this episode, you’ll discover… Hate promoting yourself and your business? Here’s why it’s easier to do it at the beginning of your day (4:47) The “Why Discipline Strategy” that builds respect, gives your children ownership, and encourages them to do their chores every day without being asked (6:50) The “Invitation Challenge Matrix” that helps you have more fun with your children without sacrificing your authority (9:39) The dirt-simple nightly gratitude challenge that turns you from a pessimist into an optimist (13:06) Why looking forward to business and family conflicts helps you conquer them instead of burning out (23:19) The strange way driving a...2021-06-2338 min
Win At Home FirstRon Kitchens - How to stay great and control your commitmentsIn this episode, you’ll discover… The weird way Excel deepens your love inside your marriage (2:29) The “Noah’s Arc” strategy to tracking your business which helps you grow faster in less time (3:32) The “Two Chairs” method for praying that makes it easier and more impactful (4:27) How embarrassing vulnerability unlocks your authenticity and influences more people than you can even fathom (19:35) Are all your friends virtual? Here’s how going to church changes that (even if you’re not a member of the church) (23:55) How achieving more success, wealth, and freedom than you’ve ever had robs your marriage, faith, and happi...2021-06-1652 min
Win At Home FirstRebounding from a panic attack and handling anxiety and depression with Bryan KaiserIn this episode, you’ll discover… How running your family like a well-oiled business prevents you from bankrupting your marriage (2:59) 4 questions that help you easily craft your life’s vision statement tonight (5:38) The weird way being ruthlessly selfish helps you love your wife and children more (6:30) How burning out in your career drowns your mind with anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts (and how to overcome these nasty feelings) (14:01) The insidious way too much success can cause you to have a heart attack in your early 40s (15:56) Why exercise is perhaps the single best way to banish anxiety and depres...2021-06-0943 min
Win At Home FirstFinding Jesus, Servant Leadership, and Your Purpose with Brett WilliamsIn this episode, you’ll discover… Jesus’s “Servant Secret” for genuine leadership at both work and home (3:42) How asking your wife to call you out when you’re too focused on work makes your family and business grow stronger (especially when it seems like your business will suffer) (7:38) The “Safe Word Strategy” that helps you and your wife reconnect after being distant with each other (11:35) How understanding that love is a choice helps you build a great, indestructible marriage (even during challenging seasons) (12:30) The counterintuitive way focusing on the humanity in your employees instead of their numbers builds better leaders...2021-06-0246 min
Win At Home FirstAre you leading authentically? Faith, Family, and Leadercast with Joe BoydIn this episode, you’ll discover… The “One Day Away” mindset shift that almost instantly curbs your depression (6:11) Why you feel “long-term tired” even when you sleep well and exercise (and how to easily reset so you’re the best version of yourself) (7:38) Do you battle anxiety and depression? Here are 4 simple ways to break those cycles before you self-destruct (9:41) The weird way your church can stunt your faith (23:48) How leaving the day-to-day of your business makes it run more smoothly and profitably (especially if you think stepping away will cause your company to crash and burn) (29:42) The counterintuitive way...2021-05-2641 min
Win At Home FirstAre you leading with openness? Race, Humilty, and Listening with J.R. FosterIn this episode, you’ll discover… How a weekly date night prevents you and your spouse from getting trapped in the day to day that suffocates relationships (3:35) Why investing in your marriage like a business “scales” the love you both have for eachother (4:51) 4 things to do every day before your family wakes up that puts you business and family growth on steroids (13:10) The admittedly “woo woo” mindset trick that seems silly but works like gangbusters for achieving your wildest dreams (14:39) How stepping back as a leader helps recoup losing 80% of your revenue overnight (21:36) If you’d like to connect with J.R...2021-05-1937 min
Win At Home FirstAre you training your mind, body and soul everyday? with Jimmy PageIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why getting trapped in your “Business Identity” sabotages your relationship at home (and how to uncover who you truly are) (3:43) How paying your kids for reading the Bible “ethically forces” them to embrace Jesus into their lives (12:37) The “Wisdom Walks Method” that makes the Bible more kid-friendly and impactful (14:01) How your ego subconsciously creates conflict in your family (and how “killing yourself” frees you from your ego) (27:25) The weird way being selfish in the morning eliminates your bad days (33:42) Why training every day grows your business and moves you closer to God (35:01) If you’d like to get in t...2021-05-1241 min
Win At Home FirstHow to battle scarcity, competition, and ambition with Scott OylerIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why criticism is the best way to grow in your marriage and business (even if it feels like a punch to the gut in the moment) (2:48) The “Safe Couch Method” that helps your kids open up to you about tough challenges their facing in their life (8:01) The easy way to make your kids “unplug” from the digital world (without them getting upset at you) (10:43) The dark side of making more money than you ever imagined that can destroy your marriage (19:18) The simple “Anti-Scarcity” mindset trick that prevents you from suffocating yourself in negativity when thing...2021-05-0542 min
Win At Home FirstAre you running from something? Fear, Pain and Identity with Justin RicklefsIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why your “Emotional Intelligence” is the key to winning at home and work (and 2 ways to boost your Emotional Intelligence today) (2:43) How appearing weak is actually the best way to signify strength (6:41) Why apologizing when it’s not your fault instantly defuses tension and helps you become a fun family again (8:04) The “Right or Free Question” that nukes your stubborn ego and makes it easy to apologize for your mistakes (8:33) Do you avoid pain? Here’s a morning mantra that helps you welcome and transform pain into an opportunity (11:109) Why you’ll never achieve work-life...2021-04-2838 min
Win At Home FirstAre you prioritizing what is most important? with Kent WellingtonIn this episode, you’ll discover… The powerful way humor helps maintain your sanity even as your wife battles breast cancer (2:26) The “Prayers and Seinfeld Recipe” that puts winning at work and home on “easy mode” (3:01) How running, biking, and swimming brings you closer to God (14:21) Why applying a basketball coach’s game plan to your life helps you overcome your most challenging obstacles (20:04) Are you bored or unfulfilled at work? Here’s how a personal vision statement changes that tonight (31:00) How to never fear failure again for as long as you live (34:28) If you’d like to learn more about Kent’...2021-04-2140 min
Win At Home FirstHow to balance faith, family, and work with Kirk PerryIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why avoiding small, petty arguments in your marriage is the first step for sabotaging your relationship according to a mathematician turned psychologist (2:33) The “would you say that at work?” filter that instantly stops silly disputes with your spouse before they start (3:30) The counterintuitive reason working hard to give your kids a good life cripples your relationship with them (10:38) How putting your family first helps you become the youngest GM in a Fortune 500 company’s history (even if it seems like your career will plummet by focusing less on it) (11:40) Why you should run away from w...2021-04-1452 min
Win At Home FirstWhat are you giving your power away too? with Brandon SchaeferIn this episode, you’ll discover… The “Predictable Patterns Process” that lets you sneak in quality family time when everyone has a to-do list as long as the Eiffel Tower (4:33) How accidentally falling into different careers is the best way to pivot jobs (even if you try to live an intentional life) (9:38) The “Peace and Joy Parameter” that helps you figure out which career path God wants you to go down (14:58) Why moving cities without having both unity and clarity slowly sabotages your marriage (17:52) 3 simple ingredients that give your marriage crystal clear clarity (especially if your marriage is usually foggy) (2...2021-04-0743 min
Win At Home FirstIf the NFL does not give you life fulfillment, then what does? with Chase CoffmanIn this episode, you’ll discover… How “checking the boxes” of being a good Christian like going to church every Sunday strains your relationship with God (8:21) Why your relationship with God protects you from getting angry at life’s biggest punches in the gut like being cut from an NFL team or not getting a promotion you deserve (10:28) How God uses even the biggest Christian screw ups in amazing and mighty ways (21:01) The “Wis-dumb Approach” that transforms your biggest and dumbest mistakes into age-old wisdom (21:44) The insidious way achieving your wildest childhood dreams leaves you with an empty void (and the...2021-03-3138 min
Win At Home FirstWhat is your definition of ministry? with Dan BrittonIn this episode, you’ll discover… How to create divine connections with random strangers during your mundane travels that blossom into inspiring friendships (5:40) Why a “Family Mission Statement” puts raising good, Christian kids on “easy mode” (and how to create one at dinner tonight) (8:37) How giving up on life-altering business opportunities brings your family closer together (without sacrificing your career) (16:01) The “One Word Vision Method” that helps you achieve your wildest goals instead of constantly coming up short (22:42) How partnering with a friend in your faith journey doubles the wisdom you get from it (29:05) The “Apple Seeds Technique” first developed by a...2021-03-2453 min
Win At Home FirstWhy am I not doing the things I am supposed to do? with Lucas ColeIn this episode, you’ll discover… The “30 Minute Reset” that makes you more productive at work while you spend time with your kids (12:05) Why watching YouTube videos and scrolling through social media after work poisons your relationship with God (14:55) Do you procrastinate on doing the things you know you should do? Here’s the difficult, yet effective way to fix that (18:25) Why the devil doesn’t bother good Christians (and why you should want him to launch a spiritual warfare against you) (21:10) How running your home like a well-oiled business puts winning at home on “easy mode” (25:37) If you’d like to...2021-03-1740 min
Win At Home FirstWhat am I trying to accomplish with my life with Jonathan MilliganIn this episode, you’ll discover… How a bad home life swallows the joy from even your biggest financial wins (6:40) Why having a non-negotiable deadline for when work ends improves your family life and helps you make more money (even if you have a to-do list longer than the Eiffel Tower) (7:59) The “3 Questions Formula” that helps your entire family reach their full potential at home and in their careers (9:47) How taking advantage of your kids brings your family closer together (12:32) 3 words that instantly shatter all of your biggest self-limiting beliefs (22:25) How watching The Mandolorian every week with your kids helps the...2021-03-1039 min
Win At Home FirstAre you getting feedback from those you lead at home and work? with Ross CullyIn this episode, you’ll discover… The obvious and simple question to ask your kids that immediately makes you the best dad on the block (5:21) How to host an “Annual Retreat” with your wife that prevents you from feeling like business partners raising kids (even if you can’t leave your house) (8:22) How to inject genuine accountability throughout your entire company with one little sentence (16:49) The “Staycation Trick” which helps you achieve work-life balance (especially if you’ve been traveling a lot for work) (22:47) How to grow your business by spending more time with your family (24:45) If you’d like to le...2021-03-0338 min
Win At Home FirstThe two parts to a calling and much more with Tim MetznerIn this episode, you’ll discover… How strengthening your relationship with God lets you “get away” with taking weekends off (without missing out on business opportunities) (13:27) Why you don’t need to be an “ideas guy” to become a serial entrepreneur (20:12) Feel stuck in your career? Here’s how quitting your job unlocks opportunities for you (even if you have no plan) (26:23) Why spending the first hour of your day with God can transform you into a wildly successful entrepreneur by the end of the year (33:11) How investing in a babysitter helps you avoid endless arguments with your spouse (35:49...2021-02-2439 min
Win At Home FirstHow are others experiencing you with Aaron MasonIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why making big, fat, blundering mistakes molds you into a great leader (4:29) How crushing your to-do list every single day robs you from achieving true financial freedom (19:29) The “Soul Books” trick that skyrockets your business’s growth (without ever reading a fluff-filled business book again) (23:22) The insidious way being a great parent crippes your relationship with your spouse (25:25) How to handle the constant bombardment of phone notifications before it tanks your marriage and business (34:59) Why your ego is the biggest reason you’re addicted to your smartphone (and how to break free from its grasp) (3...2021-02-1739 min
Win At Home FirstProvision, disciplines and life plans with Mike SudykIn this episode, you’ll discover… How a spiritual coach can grow your business more than you would think (4:39) Why treating your faith like a business is the fastest way to win at home and in business (5:30) Why the Bible is the single greatest business book known to mankind (even if you’re not religious) (6:47) How little-by-little success and small daily wins are better than overnight riches (14:39) Stuck in a business rut? Here’s why playing with Hot Wheels can get you out of it (29:09) How saying “don’t hear what I’m not saying” phrase instantly calms arguments with your spo...2021-02-1039 min
Win At Home FirstThe power of finding freedom and being restored with Wade LombardIn this episode, you’ll discover… Every Fortune 500 CEO has this skill in common (3:10) Why hiring a coach when your business is booming prevents it from crashing and burning (even if it seems like it will never go belly up) (9:14) The “jack-of-all-trades mindset” that poisons both your home life and your business’s success (13:13) How one bad hire can unravel 10 years of hard work in 18 months or less (28:57) The “Restored Rule” that powers you through your most humiliating failures (without tossing and turning every night because of your mistakes) (30:01) Why crossfit recalibrates your psyche and helps you win at home and in...2021-02-0338 min
Win At Home FirstFaith, Culture, and the Ripple Effect at a public company with Jason LippertIn this episode, you’ll discover… How to make sure you kids make time for building a relationship with God (even if they have 1,000 other activities going on) (9:00) Why taking time to build a culture within your company makes attrition plummet from 120% down to only 25% (12:06) How helping your employees with personal issues makes them want to stick with your company for life (15:01) Why bringing your laptop home after work slowly poisons your connection with your family (29:15) The “Church Mindset Approach” to leadership that creates ripples of positivity throughout every family in your organization (38:21) Are you crushing it at work but st...2021-01-2743 min
Win At Home FirstHow to have properly prioritized moments with Mike HopkinsIn this episode, you’ll discover… How to use your morning to help you win at work and at home (2:45) An app on your phone that can help you instantly improve your day (5:04) The business-destroying communication mistake you’re making and how to fix it immediately (12:10) Why work-life balance is a lie and what you should do instead to succeed at both (13:55) The “Seasons Approach” to work-life balance that makes it more real than a fairy tale (13:55) How “Precrastination” makes you more productive than ever before (15:32) A Biblical approach to instilling proper identity and character in your children today...2021-01-2034 min
Win At Home FirstHow to redeem your time with Jordan RaynorIn this episode, you’ll discover… How “drawing bright lines” on your calendar helps you win at home (3:39) The “phone parenting” method that strengthens the bonds with your children (6:25) An uncommon approach to email that frees up more hours in your day than you ever thought possible (9:11) The “master of one” strategy for skyrocketing to the top of your field (without spending decades refining your craft) (15:46) How to transform your ambition into success that glorifies God (rather than yourself) (20:10) What the life of Jesus can teach you about priorities and scheduling for a more fulfilling life (29:39) How to use your “biologic...2021-01-1342 min
Win At Home FirstSomebody is going to do it, it might as well be you with Nic ManningIn this episode, you’ll discover… A trait that is far more important than talent and how you can use it to succeed in whatever you pursue (8:01) How to avoid “Bookending” time so your experiences are more relaxing and refreshing (9:48) Why sharing your beliefs and values is a crucial first step in any business project (20:58) How to work less and earn more while still running a thriving business (26:35) Why your small business can destroy your family life through a series of “good” decisions (29:56) The “Jocko” mindset shift that will help you overcome any challenge your life throws at you (32:25) A...2021-01-0640 min
Win At Home FirstWhat bold action do you need to take with Ryan WalkerIn this episode, you’ll discover… The importance of self-awareness and how to increase it to improve your home and work life (4:34) How to maintain 2020’s limitations so you can stay connected and productive (9:21) How to embrace the anxiety that comes with taking a leap of faith in your life you’re facing right now (15:00) What the story of Abraham can teach you about obeying and trusting God when faced with seemingly impossible decisions (19:34) How your example empowers your children when they’re afraid of the unknown (28:11) The “Team Jersey” approach you can take today to begin healing the partisan po...2020-12-3035 min
Win At Home FirstWhere do you need to reframe success in your life with Mike Sipple Jr.In this episode, you’ll discover… How to handle mistakes in a way that preserves the respect of those you care about (5:12) The “100%” solution to improving every area of your life (5:52) How to transform YouTube into a life-affirming resource for you and your family (9:18) A powerful “Homework” strategy for boosting your effectiveness at work (13:27) How to take the hustle and bustle of family life and create quality time with your children (18:50) How to recognize your part in the story God is telling in your life (28:54) The “Sabbath” method for pulling yourself through the most difficult times in your life (31:46) ...2020-12-2336 min
Win At Home FirstHealthy ambition and doing more with less with Chris EvansIn this episode, you’ll discover… A challenging but necessary step to healing broken relationships at work so everyone can continue moving forward (8:14) The “Identity Method” for balancing high levels of ambition with maintaining your health and well-being (11:49) The secret to standing firm in your identity in the face of a culture that wants to destroy you (14:37) Why the abundance available in America leaves us impoverished in significant ways (17:11) How to set priorities that prevent your ambition from leaving a trail of devastation in your wake (21:36) A troubling sign of bad leadership and how you can change course to improv...2020-12-1635 min
Win At Home FirstWhat is the other movie in your head? with Alex HarbinIn this episode, you’ll discover… Ego management secrets that allow you to win at home (2:09) Why your current success sets you up for future failure and how to change it (5:34) A simple “Chipotle Method” to make every person you come in contact with feel cared for (10:16) The “Lean In” trick for creating beauty from the ashes of adversity (16:15) How limitations can make your life more full and interesting (23:41) The “Mind Movie” technique that lets you make the most of every situation in your life (27:58) A morbid exercise that will improve all your personal relationships overnight (31:21) Are you crushing it a...2020-12-0935 min
Win At Home FirstHow can you be love and light to others with Becky PomerleauIn this episode, you’ll discover… The first thing you need to let go of to be an effective leader at work and at home (2:55) The “T Account” method for realigning your life when things spiral out of control (7:28) A common misconception about winning at home that is preventing you from building the relationship you want with your family (and how to overcome it) (13:08) A bedrock principle for prioritizing and focusing your activities in a way that supports your life goals (14:49) A surprising sign that you may be following God’s will for your life (15:46) How you can turn a medi...2020-12-0233 min
Win At Home FirstWhat are you going to live for with Ryan BergIn this episode, you’ll discover… How to channel your ambition in a Godly way that improves all areas of your life (3:46) The secret to setting solid boundaries that separate your work and home life you can be present for the people that need you the most (9:12) A bulletproof method for scheduling your days in a way that makes you more productive than ever before (11:39) The “Paul Tripp” method for helping your children find their identity in God (25:29) How to guide your children through failure in a way that makes them excited to keep trying (26:22) The importance of “coming of a...2020-11-2539 min
Win At Home FirstYou can do hard things with Jared AlexanderIn this episode, you’ll discover… Wisdom from the book of James that can save and transform your relationships immediately (3:23) Why not focusing on getting things done can make you far more productive (7:02) The “Bookend Method” you can use immediately for spending more time with God (17:57) How mission trips make your family relationships stronger than they’ve ever been (20:52) Why a “return to normal” could be the worst thing to happen for you and your family (24:19) The surprising way seeing you struggle makes your children better (28:08) Are you crushing it at work but struggling at home? If you want to lea...2020-11-1836 min
Win At Home FirstWhy we need to be out in front with Todd WilkowskiIn this episode, you’ll discover… How to avoid burnout when people expect more from you than ever (3:09) The “Lone Wolf” mistake men make with their communities (4:53) A must-have app that lets you create a virtual Bible study when you can’t get together in person (10:30) The one letter that prevents adversity from destroying you (22:55) One aspect of your identity that can never be taken away from you (25:15) Why your resume is irrelevant to what you will accomplish in the future (27:13) Are you crushing it at work but struggling at home? If you want to learn how to win at h...2020-11-1133 min
Win At Home FirstWhy we need relationships with depth with Shasta NelsonIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why 61% of people report feeling lonely and how to address this need with the people you care about most (5:10) What your pastor wishes they could tell you about loneliness (7:47) How society’s definition of intimacy forces men to be lonely and how to overcome it (11:33) The Triangle System for balancing vulnerability and sharing to build healthy relationships (14:15) Why activities like golf and camping are vital for men’s emotional health (18:14) What research data reveals about the greatest source of our happiness (22:58) How to leverage technology to maintain meaningful relationships when you can't meet in p...2020-11-0439 min
Win At Home FirstImportance of mindset and H.O.T. conversations with Juan GarciaIn this episode, you’ll discover… How to maintain integrity and accountability no matter how powerful you become (4:00) The secret to using H.O.T. conversations to build trust with anyone (6:34) How to reframe failure in your life so it doesn’t stop you from achieving your goals (16:57) The shocking way negative thoughts physically change your brain and how to stop it (22:51) How long-forgotten thoughts can lead to dementia if you don’t fix them now (23:37) CEO secrets to maintaining a positive mindset in any situation (27:42) Are you crushing it at work but struggling at home? If you want...2020-10-2837 min
Win At Home FirstWhat do your priorities say about you? with Taylor WelchIn this episode, you’ll discover… How to show compassion to those around you without becoming a pushover (4:33) Why being needed as a leader is destroying your business (6:33) The surprising way your calendar predicts your success (10:24) How achieving your goals can make you miserable and how to bring meaning back to your life (15:15) Why “Sunk Cost Bias” keeps you from moving forward with your life and the mindset shift you need to break free (15:45) Why 10X-ing your business quickly leads to failure (18:14) A blindingly obvious sign that it’s time to move on from a questionable situation (21:00) What world-shaki...2020-10-2133 min
Win At Home FirstPower of words, why statements and eulogies with Chad AllenIn this episode, you’ll discover… How imagining your funeral can help you get the most out of your life (2:34) The best way to write a life plan and how often you should review it (5:17) Why focusing on possessions leads kills family relationships and what to do instead (11:54) The counterintuitive reason you have to let your kids see you fail (12:37) Why being present with your family is not enough to maintain your relationships (16:03) How to avoid being pulled off course by the problems of those around you (20:35) The magic of a power statement to help you overcome your excus...2020-10-1440 min
Win At Home FirstWhy to make yourself more interesting? with Julie LinglerIn this episode, you’ll discover… How self-awareness improves your relationship with others at work and at home (3:25) An extremely difficult question that can dramatically improve your interactions with others (5:18) How to pull off a date night with your spouse even when you’re short on time and money (20:30) A simple but game-changing way to organize all your priorities so your entire family achieves their goals (17:39) The surprising way dating can help you avoid divorce (26:01) How to optimize your energy levels for maximum productivity (34:25) Are you crushing it at work but struggling at home? If you want to lear...2020-10-0738 min
Win At Home FirstRace, Trust, Adaptability starts at home with Chuck MingoIn this episode, you’ll discover… Why eliminating the word “pivot” from your vocabulary will help you achieve even more as 2020 comes to an end (3:36) How to minister to others without quitting your job to work for a church (6:19) Common misconceptions about leaders in the Bible and how it holds you back from your full potential (9:18) A critical focus area everyone can work on for healing racial tension in society (12:41) The insidious way we validate racism with our behavior without it (14:28) How society’s approach to fighting smoking can also combat racism (17:25) A “Shifty” method for getting more out of your dat...2020-09-3039 min
Win At Home FirstWin At Home First IntroMany of us focus on winning at work. Then, with whatever time and energy is left, we give to our family and to ourselves. In the end, no one wins. Marriages suffer, kids are neglected, and you are not fulfilled. Join Cory each week and learn from business leaders who are winning at both home and work.2020-04-0200 min