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Professional Christian Coaching TodayCoaching Mastery with Jamie Slingerland, MCC #442What if coaching wasn’t about having to ask the perfect question, but about trusting the space between the words? What if silence, curiosity, and presence were the most powerful tools in your coaching toolkit? In this episode, you’ll listen in on a masterfully conducted coaching session with Master Certified Coach Jaime Slingerland, joined by commentary from Master Certified Coach Cindy Schmelzenbach. You will enjoy this rare open window into a deeply moving conversation—one that shows how transformation can quietly unfold when a coach partners with the whole person, not just their goal. ...2025-05-1349 min
Freedom Life Journey PodcastExpanding your level of leadership"The higher you want to climb the more leadership you need." John Maxwell. In today's episode, Jamie and Ruthie discuss leadership. 2021-03-3017 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastUpper limitWhat is the Upper Limit challenge? Ruthie and Jamie explain the concept of the upper limit challenge and how we sabotage future success we desire. We have limiting beliefs and other issues that hold us back. Get clarity on your limits and get ready to make the big leap! Resource of the week Gay Hendrick The big leap.2020-10-1217 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastThe Fear of FailureWhat You Can Do About Your Fear of Failure "Our greatest glory is not in never falling; but in rising every time we fall." ~Confucius What if falling was a nature part of the success in life? How do you define failure? We need to know what failure is to us. "You miss 100% of the shots you never take." Wayne Gretzky Brian Tracy says instead of failure let's call it feedback. Coach Ruthie Facebook Page Video https://www.facebook.com/270572966626914/videos/468134273537448 We have a Fear of a Negative Evaluation of Others. If you're surrounded by people that support you, this is just...2020-09-2819 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastPick YourselfIf you don't believe in yourself, how are you going to be a qualified candidate? Having confidence in yourself is what grows into the character you need to move up. Jamie at Benders before doing MBA studies & switching careers. The American Abolitionist Frederick Douglas was "Committed to freedom, Douglass dedicated his life to achieving justice for all Americans, in particular African-Americans, women, and minority groups. He envisioned America as an inclusive nation strengthened by diversity and free of discrimination." This is so appropriate for the season we're currently in. Quote: "I prayed for twenty years but received no answer until I praye...2020-09-1425 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastThe Best investment you can makeWe've all heard it said there is no better investment than in yourself. In today's episode, Jamie and Ruthie talk about how only 25% of people actually do this. Are you in the percentage of people who invest in themselves or in the majority of the 75% that don't? If you not investing in yourself don't worry it's never too late to start. Jamie and Ruthie share ways to start investing in your personal development today. Resource of the episode. Jeff Olsen The slight edge 2020-08-3126 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastHow to get anything what you wantIn this episode, Jamie and Ruthie share a process of 5 simple steps to achieving a goal. Instead of calling this goal-setting, they call it "going after what you want" Step 1: identify what you want. This first step is crucial. Be specific and define it. Example. I want to lose 10 lbs by September 1st, or I want to sell my car by next week. Step 2: Research/resources A. Learn about the topic B. learn about the Obstacles C. Time & Investment. (What is the cost of pursuing your goal) 2020-08-1726 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastVictim Mentality and Becoming a Person of ActionAre You a Victim or are you a Person of Action? Exploring Our Post-Pandemic Mindset and Changing it for Good "Something bad happened to me!" We can process the emotion in the best possible way. We all have a person of action and a victim inside of us. When a problem comes, we can blame others. But if we choose to become a person of action we decide this is OUR problem. Making the shift out of the default victim to the transforming Person of Action. Notice when you're taking the victim role. The clues can show up in your body: ten...2020-08-0333 min
Take the Upgrade96. How to navigate homeschooling and working from home with Jamie and Ruthie SlingerlandI hope you enjoy this bonus episode that we recorded for you all in navigating the times we are in. With COVID-19, things are changing by the minute. Things got REAL when they canceled school and this work from home mom was upgraded to homeschooling work at home mom. Listen in as Jamie and Ruthie share lessons they've learned from the past 5 years as being a homeschooling family. They also share secrets on how to still get some work done when your kids are home- these secrets are GOLD! Follow along with them : https://freedomlifejourney.c...2020-03-1941 min
REALIFE Conversations for Christian Coaches060: Winston Faircloth – A Type 3 Navigates the Seasons of Life"In five hundred twenty-five thousand six hundred minutes– How do you measure a year in the life?" -Seasons of Love by Donny Osmond Many times for a Type 3 on the Enneagram, life is seen through the lens of success or failure–and I confess, it's often how we measure the seasons of our lives. This week on the podcast, my good friend and fellow Eaglepreneur Mastermind Member, Winston Faircloth joins me to share about the four major seasons of his life. Winston's journey includes time in the not-for-profit space, a season as a...2020-02-1235 min
Faith Forward Online Business With Sara Anna PowersEp. 083 - Making the Most of Your Marriage in Business {with special guests Jamie and Ruthie Slingerland}Sara Anna welcomes power-couple + coaching duo, Jamie and Ruthie Slingerland, on the show for a keepin’-it-real conversation about marriage and business. College sweethearts Jamie and Ruthie grew tired of the grind that threatened to destroy their dreams, so they made the decision to move across the country and pursue a life of freedom. Now married 17 years with four children and over a decade of experience in scaling online businesses, they’re on a mission to encourage and inspire couples to creatively work together toward building their own life of freedom. 2020-01-3051 min
For Love of Team™ | Winston Faircloth013 BA: $90,000 debt to Freedom Life JourneyOne of my intentions for this podcast is to feature 100s of BeginAgain stories of people from all walks of life. So, on the weekend editions, we’ll have a conversation -- to learn from the life lessons of others. Today, I’m pleased to have Ruthie and Jamie Slingerland on the show. Fans of Dave Ramsey know that THE highlight of his show is when someone comes on the air to share their “Debt Free Scream”. Just a few years ago, the Slingerlands drove from Buffalo to Dave’s studio just outside of Nashville to share their triumph...2019-12-1438 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastThe Share Economy: Short Term Rentals & AirbnbOn today's show, Jamie & Ruthie Slingerland talk about the opportunities found in the short term rental market. In this episode, you're invited to: Get over the hesitation to test out short term rentals for yourself Explore the options available as a host/guest Tap into a new stream of income using what you already have Be curious about what's possible Connect with your deeper desires through hospitality/generosity Release your space to benefit & bless others Connect with us about coaching or consulting: ruthiesling@gmail.com jamieslingerland@gmail.com www.freedomlifejourney.co...2019-09-2132 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastThe 5 Phases of FreedomA year from now you will either be celebrating newfound freedom or feeling stuck. Where phase are you in? 1-Dream & Design Phase: What's possible? Creative process as you imagine what your life could look like? Allow yourself to be playful. Open yourself up to new resources. 2-Demo Phase: Executing phase. Saying yes to move toward a new life means tearing down walls and removing the unnecessary junk. Purging & pruning. 3-Difficulty Phase: Hitting a wall. This is where a couple might call it quicks. Dealing with conflict. Running out of steam. Needing t...2019-09-1125 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastThe Tool of the EnneagramOn this episode, Jamie and Ruthie share their interview with Teresa McCloy on her podcast The Enneagram in your Realife Podcast. Interested in taking the Enneagram Assessment? Contact Ruthie at ruthie@freedomlifejourney.com. Connect with us on social media: Facebook Instagram Jamie on LinkedIn Ruthie on LinkedIn 2019-05-3132 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastStart living your dreams.On this episode, Jamie and Ruthie share 2 steps to help you start living your dream. 2019-05-1220 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastHelp! I'm in a FunkEver have a slump or get caught in a Funk? On this episode, Jamie and Ruthie talk about 2 simple ways that work to help get you out of a funk. Interested in being coached by either Jamie or Ruthie? Call or text Jamie at 615-801-6577 Call or text Ruthie at 615-972-00512019-05-0117 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastSmart Device-Negative ConsequenceAnyone who wants a better relationship must have healthy boundaries around their devices. In this episode, Jamie and Ruthie discuss three negative consequences that result from not having limits around our smart devices. Don't miss this powerful episode. You will learn: The high cost of overusing our devices The unconscious choice we're making The effect it has on our mind It's in your hands to get wise about using your device proactively. Resources mentioned in this episode: Simon Sinek on the destructive effects of imbalanced cellphone usage: https://www.y...2019-04-1221 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastConquering the Budget: 3 Simple Steps to Starting a BudgetIn this episode, Jamie & Ruthie share how to start a budget and begin taking charge of your money together. They share their personal struggle with money before they finally got on the same page. Don't lose track of what you're making and let's have a conversation about money. Resources mentioned in this episode: Everydollar: Spend Less Time Budgeting; Budgeting App by Ramsey Solutions Mint Budget Tracker & Planner Four Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss Continue the conversation with us on our Facebook page. Find us at http://freedomlifejourney.com/2019-03-2826 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastThe Dreaded B WordAre you being intentional with your money or is your money drifting away? What do you think about budgeting? Is it almost like a bad word in your house? People often have a visceral reaction to the word Budget. We know because we felt the same! Uninterested at first followed closely by: "Ugh!" But, after a few budget meetings we finally got the hang of living on a budget. We where hooked! More cash for the things that really matter? Sign me up! On this episode, Jamie and Ruthie t...2019-03-1719 min
REALIFE Conversations for Christian Coaches012: Entrepreneurial Lifestyle with the Tool of the Enneagram featuring guests, Jamie & Ruthie Slingerland As an entrepreneur, business owner, or leader you live life a bit differently! You manage your time, work, family and more! How could having access to the tool of the Enneagram enrich your entrepreneurial lifestyle? Jamie and Ruthie Slingerland were introduced to the Enneagram back in the first few years of their marriage and they are still using it today to bring harmony to their role as entrepreneurs, spouses, parents, and more! As a 7 on the Enneagram, Jamie loves adventure and Ruthie is a peaceful type 9! Together they bring great head, heart and gut wisdom to live ou...2019-03-1239 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastThe Hidden Benefits of ObstaclesAs we walk through life we will face adversity and obstacles. We might as well accept them as benefits. Everyone should learn from their obstacles because they are a necessary part of life. Accepting obstacles as a part of our 'life training' can allow for a tremendous value in our marriages and families. In this episode we share: three obstacles we faced while paying off our debt the opportunity we saw in each obstacle the two benefits of accepting obstacles that come while we build a life of freedom. Connect with us on Facebook at Freedom Life Journey Podcast.2019-03-0121 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastDating your spouseOn this Valentine's Day episode, Jamie and Ruthie share why it's vital to the health of marriage to date on a regular basis. Together they discuss: Why important things, like dating your spouse, gets pushed aside. The excuses we tell about dating. Zig Ziglar's quote on teeth reminds us that just like we undervalue our teeth, we may be undervaluing our marriages: "Only brush the ones you wanna keep." Jamie says: "Only date the wife you wanna keep." Stop right now and make an appointment with your spouse to talk about what dating can look like for you two...2019-02-1120 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastEveryone needs a mentor.You know what it feels like to walk in the dark? How trekking through a new forest at night without a flashlight can send a chill down your spine? You hear shaking in the trees or a howl in the distance. Not to mention, you don’t know where your headed and can’t see where you’re going. This is how it feels to go through life without a mentor. A few weeks ago, we read a “Create your own Adventure” book to our four children. It was all about this group of young hi...2019-01-2318 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastHow We Turned Our Life Around: Our Debt JourneyChanging your life can start today. Jamie and Ruthie share how they turned their life around by taking control of their finances, being honest about debt and working together toward financial freedom. Listen to Jamie speak to a live audience, a group of men, how every man can change their life. What's next for you in 2019? In this new year, what can you and your spouse do to turn your life around? Be inspired to take your own steps toward change and financial freedom. The Entrepreneurial Family Man Podcast...2019-01-1519 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastDo New Year's Resolutions really work?Many people come up with a New Years resolution the last week of the year. Ruthie and Jamie explain that 8/10 people never accomplish their goal and accept failure by valentines' day. Step away from the the masses and join the 20% of people who are truly committed to to a year of success.2018-12-3016 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastHow to avoid burnout this ChristmasJamie and Ruthie know from experience what burnout looks like. In this episode they share how saying no to the crazy is so worth it. 2018-12-1820 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastDon't Get Lost in the Marketing Madness: What Christmas Isn't AboutIn this episode, Jamie and Ruthie discuss the messages sent through marketing, the meaning behind the advertisements during the most magical time of the year. What's Christmas really about? It's definitely not about retail therapy. Gain insight and encouragement to do Christmas differently this year. 2018-11-2812 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastThe Antidote to a Victim Mentality: Being grateful despite difficult circumstancesJamie and Ruthie talk about the importance of thanksgiving and share insights on practicing an attitude of gratitude. Resources mentioned in this podcast: Brene Brown "The Gifts of Imperfection" 2018-11-1911 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastMoving Out of a Poverty Mindset: Money as an ingredient to a Freedom-Filled LifeIs money evil? Is the topic of money something you struggle with? Would you like to change the way you think about money? In this episode, Jamie and Ruthie uncover the reasons why money is a resource and a tool and how you can start creating a positive perspective around money. Recommended resources: The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki The Millionaire Next Door by Stanley & Danko 2018-10-2216 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastAre you watching your life away?TV Therapy: How screen time is stealing life out of your years Jamie and Ruthie Slingerland share insights on the opportunities missed by filling our life with unlimited screen time, help you identify if this is an obstacle, and how to start change. The Nielson Research Group says the average American watches an average of 4.5 hours of tv a day. A couple could be spending over 60 hours a week on tv and missing out on the potential of making $1500 a week if you were paid $25 an hour. As a culture, we numb ourselves with shows and fill the silence of our...2018-10-0816 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastThe Value of Travel: Why Travel is a Part of a Freedom-Filled LifeWhy Travel: In this episode. we talk about the value of travel. Why is travel a part of a freedom-filled life? Travel is important to us as a couple and as a top value for our family. Before we were married, travel was an important thing for us as individuals. Once we were married travel was more difficult but we cleaned up our consumer debt and slowly started to travel. We began traveling regularly in 2013. Before they knew how to travel as a family...2018-09-2417 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastWorking from Home with Young ChildrenWould you like to start a business while raising a family? Working from home with young children can be a challenge but it's possible and it's worth it! Join Jamie and Ruthie Slingerland as they share what they've learned from working from home with young children. Listen to this conversation to discover how to enjoy being together as a family AND still get some work done. This episode will help you: Accept the challenges when working from home with children. Tap into your network for support. Be strategic when delegating care. Include the children in your work. Discover ways to suppo...2018-09-1720 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastDealing with Conflict In MarriageIf your marriage doesn’t experience conflict you may be headed for trouble. This sounds like an oxymoron. Avoiding conflict or dealing with disagreements may lead to resentment and deeper hurt. Patrick Lencioni says "Great relationships are built on the ability to disagree". He speaks about doing conflict well in his presentation of The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team: https://youtu.be/inftqUOLFaM When share our struggle or our issue with our spouse in a healthy way, we allow the relationship to grow. The healthiest and strongest relationships disagree, argue or maybe even have a b...2018-08-3124 minFreedom Life Journey PodcastIntro Episode To The Freedom Life Journey PodcastIn this episode, we're introducing ourselves and sharing what values anchor the Freedom Life Journey Podcast, who we are for and what topics to expect in upcoming episodes. This show is about helping you discover what freedom looks like for your family. Are you looking to build more financial freedom into your life? Maybe you want to work from home so you can spend more time with your family. How about adding more margin into your life? Topics to be discussed in future episodes: ways to leverage talent you already have agreeing with your s...2018-08-2904 min