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Born to Fly Podcast095-how can you build others up through business (and life)? with Tracy B RichardsTracy is the co-host of the Born to Fly podcast. She makes the PRACTICAL MINISTRY segments, airing every other month. You can follow her at https://tracybrichards.substack.com/ What we discussed:2:36 What does it mean to build others up? Tracy’s answer5:21 Is building others up always about sharing the Gospel with them?8:38 Jane’s personal story proves that surrendering to God will always be the best thing to do13:40 We want to challenge you to surround yourself with people who think differently18:40 How to build others up through your business, with Tracy openin...
2024-04-2638 min
Born to Fly Podcast093-God's plan doesn't always make sense, with Michelle Myers$ support this podcast $What we discussed in this episode:01:49 – Michelle's story. SPOILER: She did a lot of different and non-related things (at first glance) before she birthed She Works His Way (SWHW)15:10 – How did she meet her best friend who co-founded SWHW? 17:25 – How does she balance work and ministry and be excellent in both?21:21 – How can you be effective in your work, and stay committed to the Gospel? 23:01 – How do you know what to focus on first?28:20 – How to seek the Kingdom first, what does it even mean? With a GREATTT example!31:21 – Favorite passages of the Bible, links, fre...
2024-03-2934 min
Born to Fly Podcast092-PRACTICAL MINISTRY, Discover the Power of the Holy Spirit: A Journey of Faith and Transformation$ support this podcast $In this episode of Practical Ministry, Tracy explores the impact of the Holy Spirit in guiding individuals through difficult and uncertain times. She highlights the Holy Spirit's role as a comforter, counselor, and advocate in believers' lives, offering peace, reassurance, and comfort in times of adversity and turmoilTracy delves into the essence of the Trinity and unravels the mystery of the Holy Spirit's identity to shed light on its transformative power in bringing hope, redemption, and spiritual renewal. She encourages listeners to deepen their connection with God through heartfelt prayers and...
2024-03-1521 min
Born to Fly Podcast091-harnessing the power of the 5 love languages in business, with Presey Martinez$ support this podcast $Tracy's substack -- https://tracybrichards.substack.com/ What we touch on:01:24 - Precey's story and why he started this business07:40 - Effective communications for professional and family relationships09:24 - Applying 5 love languages in your work life and business30:18 - 2 teasers of the 12 rules of effective communications Mentioned:Faith Family United - www.FaithFamilyUnited.comFree Gift - www.FaithFamilyUnited.com/giftwww.FaithFamilyUnited.com/callwww.workwithpresey.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/preseymartinez Five Love...
2024-03-0143 min
Born to Fly Podcast090-Why podcasts convert better than blogs, with Tom Schwab$ support this podcast $What we talked about:02:10 – Who is Tom? Why did you start Interview Valet?03:00 – Why did you stop blogging?05:40 – Why podcasts convert 25x better than blogs08:20 – The future is rich audio, not outdated video 11:37 – 3 Valuable sales tips for solopreneurs (besides creating content)15:25 – This is how you say goodbye to icky sales calls20:08 – Quick steps if you want to hop on the podcast-train23:30 – Books from Tom Schwab MENTIONED:Leadership Literacies by Bob JohansenZig Ziglar...
2024-02-1626 min
Born to Fly Podcast089-how to use your story to start your side hustle, with Dawn Karwoski$ support this podcast $Dawn is a National Board Certified and Functional Medicine Certified Health + Wellness Coach. After her own struggles with Autoimmune Disease and multiple chronic conditions, she helps others find balance in their healing journey.Dawn specializes in real food, chronic illness, and mind-body-spirit wellness.What we discussed in this episode:02:27 – Who is Dawn and what is her story06:50 – How the Holy Spirit reached you and brought you out of your condition09:00 – How you started your business12:25 – What are the ways you provide to give peo...
2024-02-0226 min
Born to Fly Podcast088-PRACTICAL MINISTRY Developing the Fruits of the Spirit: A Lifelong Journey of Growth$ support this podcast $In this episode, Tracy delves into the inspiration behind her choice of Galatians 5:22-23 as her theme for the upcoming year. She explores the Biblical concept known as the "Fruit of the Spirit," which consists of nine virtues: love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Toward the end of the episode, Tracy provides guidelines to help apply these virtues in practical ways, enabling you to become a better version of yourself. In the conclusion, Tracy ends with a heartfelt prayer, seeking God's guidance and strength. She also as...
2024-01-1929 min
Born to Fly Podcast087-how do you stay on purpose and silence distractions? with Kirstin Leigh$ support this podcast $After running away from her dreams and battling addictions for over a decade, Kirstin Leigh is now an acclaimed author, speaker, life coach, and the founder of The Change Your Story Workshop. In this episode, we talk about purpose and how we can stay on top of that.What we discussed in this episode:01:52 – Who is Kirstin Leigh04:37 – Purpose: What is distracting you from it?10:40 – How can you stay on purpose? What tools, habits, things, and people do you need?15:08 – Your dreams and God's, how do you discern w...
2024-01-0532 min
Born to Fly Podcast086-the insecurity struggle (and how to break free from it)$ support this podcast $Insecurity.Wouldn't it be great if you could pack it up and send it to a desolate island? Unfortunately, it doesn't work that way. It's a scheme you and I have to deal with.Since I can remember, I have struggled with feeling insecure. But reaching 33, I decided it needed to be over with. This episode will cover:3 Bible segments that helped me a lot4 practical tipsand realnessEnjoy!$ support this podcast $
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2023-12-2209 min
Born to Fly Podcast085-PRACTICAL MINISTRY, 2023 Reflections & 2024 Vision: Balancing Productivity, Purpose, and Peace$ support this podcast $Welcome to the Practical Ministry segment of the Born To Fly Podcast, hosted by Marketplace Minister, solopreneur, and Born to Fly member, Tracy B Richards. If you are a small business owner who believes that your work is a sacred service, meant to glorify God and serve your neighbors then we invite you to join Tracy as she shares her personal journey, including her insights, highlights, and face-down moments that are all part of the messy journey of following Jesus.In this episode, Tracy reflects on the journey of 2023, expressing gratitude for...
2023-12-0817 min
Born to Fly Podcast084-servant leadership, with Bart Kuijpers (founder of CoolBlue)$ support this podcast $Bart Kuijpers is the founder of a major consumer electronics retailer called CoolBlue. He wasn't a believer when he founded the company but encountered Christ while at it. He shares his story and how he looks at Jesus for servant leadership.What we discussed in this episode:02:24 – What is Bart's story12:34 - How did he integrate his faith into his business?13:59 – How does he balance his business goals and his Christian perspective?15:17 – How do you lead from a Godly perspective?17:10 – What does it look like to follow Jesus' mo...
2023-11-2425 min
Born to Fly Podcast083-dealing with the opinions of others, with Colleen Marie BolingFrom high-tech professional to entrepreneur, Colleen Marie made the transition. Even though setting up a non-profit went quite smoothly, her environment responded differently. Colleen Marie is passionate about sharing about discernment, seeking God in the midst of it all, and standing strong in your faith regardless of what others think.$ support this podcast $What we talked about:1:27 Who is Colleen Marie and what does she do?6:55 Why did Colleen Marie exit the high-tech industry?12:49 How did she deal with the pushback of leaving the corporate world?18:27 What to do if you feel lured back...
2023-11-1031 min
Born to Fly Podcast082-SEO for dummies, with Niqueea Sykes$ support this podcast $SEO.It’s hard to avoid when you’re building your business.Ready for a crash course on SEO? ‘Cause, that’s what this episode is. What we discussed in this episode:02:14 – Quick intro from Niqueea03:35 - How Niqueea started with SEO05:01 – What is SEO?06:42 – Beginners guide into SEO09:15 – About keyword analysis + tools11:42 – Is creating content (like blogs) around your keywords necessary?20:13 – What is long-form content?23:15 – Off-page/on-page SEO24:48 – SEO don'ts 27:30 – How long does it take to rank high on Google?31:50 – How to reach out to Niqueea and get her freebies M...
2023-10-2734 min
Born to Fly Podcast081-how to create the courage to use your voice, with Jeneen Hammond$ support this podcast $“Use your voice,” it feels like the buzzwords everybody uses today. But we’re very intentional about it in this episode. God has a purpose for every single one of us and it’s your voice that is essential in living it out.As an artist and storyteller, Jeneen has lots of experience in using her voice in a comfortable way. She encourages you to stand strong in your identity and use your voice in your business.What we talked about:01:15 Jeneen’s story; from corporate to storytelling on stage6:12...
2023-10-1328 min
Born to Fly Podcast080-5 things I do to reach my goals before the end of the year$ support this podcast $You'd be surprised what you can get done in a couple of months.If you apply some of the tactics Jane shares in this episode, you will be able to achieve the goals you've set for this year.--Book: Redeeming Your Time by Jordan Raynor Luke 14:28Subscribe to our newsletterHead to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Platform and Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
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2023-09-2908 min
Born to Fly Podcast079-PRACTICAL MINISTRY, Unexpected Miracles: How God Reveals Himself in Surprising Ways$ support this podcast $Welcome to the Practical Ministry segment of the Born To Fly Podcast, hosted by Marketplace Minister, solopreneur, and Born to Fly member, Tracy B Richards. If you are a small business owner who believes that your work is a sacred service, meant to glorify God and serve your neighbors then we invite you to join Tracy as she shares her personal journey, including her insights, highlights, and face-down moments that are all part of the messy journey of following Jesus.In this episode, Tracy takes us on a transformative journey of self-reflection...
2023-09-1525 min
Born to Fly Podcast078-3 lies that culture teaches about entrepreneurship, with Emily Copeland$ support this podcast $Sometimes lies of the enemy are difficult to spot because they sound too good to be harmful, but in today’s day and age, there are many beliefs we hear around us that we think are true. Yet, when we look closer, they are pulling us away from what God is telling us.Emily Copeland bumped into some lies when she was dealing with a physical issue. Eventually, her journey of healing and self-exploration caused her to write a book about exposing the lie of self-sufficiency.What she shares is so...
2023-09-0128 min
Born to Fly Podcast077-3 tips to grow your business using your individual talents, with Gina Marie Lokken$ support this podcast $Being successful in business doesn’t begin with the right tools or strategies, it starts with you. Gina Marie is deeply committed to empowering you to uncover and harness your unique abilities in ways that honor God and your individuality. Learn how you can enhance profitability and productivity as you listen to this episode.What we talked about:1:59 - Who is Gina Marie? What is her story?7:43 - How do you decide in what area you’re gonna coach others?9:38 - How did Gina Marie pick her niche?11:48 - Tip 1...
2023-08-1832 min
Born to Fly Podcast076-building community online (not through social media), with Mindy Kiker - Part 2$ support this podcast $Mindy knows a lot about building a thriving community.The second part of my interview with her is about how to build an online community and a very interesting "mistake" she and her partner made.What we talked about:1:30 Top tips from Mindy on building community10:55 A mistake that Mindy learned a lot from—it has to do with letting go of something you really wanted23:00 Where to reach Mindy and find out more about Flourish Gathering and Flourish WritersMentioned:Circle.so - the all-in-one community pl...
2023-08-0426 min
Born to Fly Podcast075-PRACTICAL MINISTRY, The Power of Life Review: Prioritizing Purpose Over Happiness in Life’s 7 Seasons$ support this podcast $Welcome to the Practical Ministry segment of the Born To Fly Podcast, hosted by Marketplace Minister, solopreneur, and Born to Fly member, Tracy B Richards. If you are a small business owner who believes that your work is a sacred service, meant to glorify God and serve your neighbors then we invite you to join Tracy as she shares her personal journey, including her insights, highlights, and face-down moments that are all part of the messy journey of following Jesus.On this episode of the Practical Ministry Podcast, Tracy shares her recent...
2023-07-2124 min
Born to Fly Podcast074-building community online (not through social media), with Mindy Kiker - Part 1$ support this podcast $Mindy knows a lot about building a thriving community.The first part of my interview with her is about her backstory and that of Flourish Gathering.What we talked about:1:08 Who is Mindy Kiker and what is she passionate about?4:30 The inspiring backstory of how Mindy started Flourish Gathering — lots of nuggets here about self-worth, perceptions, and more!15:00 How did Mindy collect feedback from the readers early on?17:45 The difference between Flourish Gathering and Flourish Writers and how the first course came to beStay tuned for part 2 of th...
2023-07-0726 min
Born to Fly Podcast073-i'mma be a time genius like Jesus$ support this podcast $Jesus completed His ministry in 3 years. He had many things to do but He also rested often and withdrew to talk to God.Jesus knew how to manage His time. What can we learn from that?In this short snippet, Jane will share her insights and a couple of steps she takes to be more effective and efficient with her time. Listen and apply whatever speaks to you.--Episode: You can have a 16 hour work week, with Shay CochraneMatthew 5:372 T...
2023-06-2308 min
Born to Fly Podcast072-top 3 common website mistakes, with Holly Fisher$ support this podcast $Holly Fisher is the owner of Fisher Creative Marketing and a StoryBrand Certified Guide. She’s helped dozens of organizations clarify their marketing message and develop an effective sales funnel that generates more leads and boosts their bottom line. Her experience and her certification helped her to figure out the 3 most common mistakes made on websites. In this episode, we’ll explore what those are and what elements are essential to have on your website. What we talked about:1:40 - Who is Holly Fisher...
2023-06-0926 min
Born to Fly Podcast071-PRACTICAL MINISTRY, Embracing Liminality: Finding Purpose in Transitional Phases$ support this podcast $Welcome to the Practical Ministry segment of the Born To Fly Podcast, hosted by Marketplace Minister, solopreneur, and Born to Fly member, Tracy B Richards. If you are a small business owner who believes that your work is a sacred service, meant to glorify God and serve your neighbors then we invite you to join Tracy as she shares her personal journey, including her insights, highlights, and face-down moments that are all part of the messy journey of following Jesus.On this episode of the Practical Ministry Podcast, Tracy explores the...
2023-05-2618 min
Born to Fly Podcast070- is Pinterest the right move for your business, with Niqueea Sykes$ support this podcast $Niqueea Sykes is SEO queen and expert on Pinterest. In this episode, we talk about how she ended up offering SEO services as a business (did she always wanted to be an entrepreneur and travel blogger?) and we explore how Pinterest works and if it’s something for your business.What we discussed in this episode:02:15 – Niqueea’s story of how she started The Marketing Prophet04:28 – Which countries did Niqueea travel to?05:30 – Did she always know that she was an entrepreneur or did God call her to it?09:20 – One failure/mistake Niqueea made...
2023-05-1231 min
Born to Fly Podcast069-for profit or non-profit? with Liliya Valihun$ support this podcast $Interested in combining for-profit and non-profit? Liliya will share her story of how she did it.We talked about:2:04 Who is Liliya Valihun and why did she start Hebron (for profit and not for profit)?5:33 Do the graduates of Hebron Acadamy cross borders?6:50 Current situation in Ukraine (End of February 2023)12:14 If listeners want to build a charity and a for-profit too, which one should come first? (more insights on how Liliya and her husband build Herbon Soft and Hebron Acadamy)19:11 Liliya shares the reasons why they started a for-profit21:23 Was there...
2023-04-2835 min
Born to Fly Podcast068-why is God silent about my business? with Pierce Brantley$ support this podcast $Pierce Brantley is a husband, father, and Christian entrepreneur. He is the best-selling author of Not Your Job, Calling, Power Love Sound Mind, and Creating Heroes and his thoughts are featured in publications like Forbes, Faith Driven Entrepreneur, and The Gospel Coalition. Through his work, he has helped thousands of business owners and F500s create companies that innovate and achieve their goals through better management and inspired thinking. When he’s not speaking, consulting, or writing his next book, you can find him at the park with his kids or enjoying a good cig...
2023-04-1442 min
Born to Fly Podcast067-PRACTICAL MINISTRY, exploring the blessings and risks of spiritual growth$ support this podcast $Welcome to the Practical Ministry segment of the Born To Fly Podcast, hosted by Marketplace Minister, solopreneur, and Born to Fly member, Tracy B Richards. If you are a small business owner who believes that your work is a sacred service, meant to glorify God and serve your neighbors then we invite you to join Tracy as she shares her personal journey, including her insights, highlights, and face-down moments that are all part of the messy journey of following Jesus.On this episode of the Practical Ministry Podcast, Tracy shares an...
2023-03-3124 min
Born to Fly Podcast066-from phone addiction to focus$ support this podcast $There's no shame in admitting that you are regularly distracted. Jane is as well. But if she wants to become a Christ-like solopreneur, she needs to deal with that like Jesus dealt with distractions.In this short snippet, she shares her insights and a couple of great hacks to gain more focus. Pick whichever you want and apply it to your workday routine.--Books: Redeeming Your Time by Jordan Raynor and The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark ComerHead to BorntoFly.faith t...
2023-03-1708 min
The Faith Video PodcastEP6: Faith, Family, and Creativity: Recipe for a Fulfilling Life with Jane TrapmanToday’s guest on The Digital Church podcast is Jane Trapman. I am thrilled to introduce you to Jane Trapman, a talented writer who has made a name for herself in the world of copywriting. She is passionate about crafting excellent copy for her clients and takes great pride in her work. But that's not all - Jane also wears many other hats! She is the founder of the Born to Fly online community, which is dedicated to helping Christian solopreneurs achieve their goals. She also hosts the Born to Fly podcast, where she shares insights and tips on en...
2023-03-0847 min
Born to Fly Podcast065-you can have a 16 hour work week, with Shay Cochrane$ support this podcast $Successful entrepreneur Shay Cochrane is the pioneer of a 16-hour work week, who believes and practices the 20/80 principle in her business and every area of her life. Dive in and learn some tips on how to make it work for you too!What we discussed in this episode:02:13 – Who is Shay and how did she start out with photography and Social Squares?07:32 – Did Shay feel called to entrepreneurship?09:11 – How was it like during the hard season of starting the business?13:08 – What’s the story and the reason behind creating a 16-hour workweek?1...
2023-03-0333 min
Born to Fly Podcast064-super useful tips for TikTok, with Alex Hitt$ support this podcast $Is TikTok a once-in-a-decade opportunity? Expert social media coach and digital creator, Alex Hitt will tell you. And he'll share super useful tips for starting with and using TikTok.After listening to this episode, you can decide whether or not TikTok is a channel you should use for your business and you'll know how to get started and fly within weeks!What we discussed in this episode:01:25 – Alex’s impressive story leading up to becoming a TikTok Strategy coach07:12 – Why should/shouldn’t you use TikTok? 12:16 – How is TikTok different f...
2023-02-1727 min
Born to Fly Podcast063-an example of how God reveals calling, with Izhola Djembo$ support this podcast $Izhola Djembo is a children's book author, podcast host, and recently a certified Christian life coach. She shares about her journey of living out God’s calling. Becoming a children’s book author wasn’t something she dreamed of. This episode is perfect for you if you who want to know about God’s way of revealing calling. Izhola has a good way of describing how God works in her life particular, but it’s a way that can be applied to your life as well.What we discussed in this episod...
2023-02-0323 min
Born to Fly Podcast062-PRACTICAL MINISTRY, dealing with burnout$ support this podcast $Welcome to the Practical Ministry segment of the Born To Fly Podcast, hosted by Marketplace Minister, solopreneur, and Born to Fly member, Tracy B Richards. If you are a small business owner who believes that your work is a sacred service, meant to glorify God and serve your neighbors then we invite you to join Tracy as she shares her personal journey, including her insights, highlights, and face-down moments that are all part of the messy journey of following Jesus.Today's episode is about Tracy being burned out and how she moved...
2023-01-2022 min
Born to Fly Podcast061-how to resonate with your audience, with Wendy Speake$ support this podcast $“Hone Your Craft” and “Talk to Your Audience”, that’s how we can summarize this episode. Though, there is much more to listen to like God using YOU specifically with your gifts and talents to run your business your way. So tune in and learn about the other things we discussed. What we discussed in this episode:02:01 – Who is Wendy Speake, and what is her story?06:06 – Ups and downs in the solopreneurship journey06:45 – Where did the message “hone your craft” come from?09:11 – Wendy keeps coming back to these three things10:08 – Was it a conscious decision o...
2023-01-0637 min
Born to Fly Podcast060-2 leadership lessons that made me cry$ support this podcast $Jane Trapman was reading the book "21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership" by John Maxwell. 2 laws especially spoke to her. She will share which ones and why they made an impact.Book: 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership - John MaxwellHead to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
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2022-12-2305 min
Born to Fly Podcast059-instagram vs. tiktok, with Lifecoach Jesse$ support this podcast $In this episode, you'll get a lot of insights on social media, especially IG versus TikTok. What we discussed in this episode:01:10 Who is Jesse Cruz, and what is his story05:55 How did Jesse end up in the life coach business12:10 Appreciating the impact we are making13:00 How to know which social media platforms to use16:15 Different effectiveness of each social media platform17:30 How much of Jesse’s time is being spent posting content on these social media platforms18:50 Managing your time – get it off your plate and delegate19:55 Being spiritually fed22...
2022-12-0930 min
Born to Fly Podcast058-how to get clear, with Karen Brunke$ support this podcast $What we discussed in this episode:02:30 – Who is Karen Brunke, what’s her story03:58 – What is being “led” for Karen05:31 – One of Karen’s toughest decisions06:45 – Did Karen have any doubts when she launched her place-based business in the beginning of the pandemic11:10 – What has shaped Karen in top positions she hold that she still applies now?14:22 – Karen’s recommendations to solopreneurs in terms of marketing23:24 – Is there a specific failure in the past that shaped Karen?28:52 – Where to reach KarenMentioned:Karen Brunke’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenbrunke/St...
2022-11-2530 min
Born to Fly Podcast057-PRACTICAL MINISTRY, running for counsel$ support this podcast $Welcome to the Practical Ministry segment of the Born To Fly Podcast, hosted by Marketplace Minister, solopreneur, and Born to Fly member, Tracy B Richards. If you are a small business owner who believes that your work is a sacred service, meant to glorify God and serve your neighbors then we invite you to join Tracy as she shares her personal journey, including her insights, highlights, and face-down moments that are all part of the messy journey of following Jesus.Today's episode is about her journey of running for counsel. What did...
2022-11-1116 min
Born to Fly Podcast056-turn around destructing beliefs, with Orrin Lieuwen$ support this podcast $Orrin helps frustrated and overwhelmed entrepreneurs understand how they create their beliefs and emotions, so that they can change them in order to fuel high-performance behavior and massively increase their results.Seems like a great person to discuss beliefs and habits with, right?What we discussed in this episode:01:16 – Who is Orrin Lieuwen04:36 – What is the story of Orrin’s business in connection to his beliefs07:10 – How do you get out of a vicious cycle of your own negative thoughts11:42 – What is the Bible teaching us about beliefs13:14 – What is the stron...
2022-10-2823 min
Born to Fly Podcast055-a simple way to use video, with Greg Cross$ support this podcast $If you want to know when to use video, how to use video, and what content works for video... this episode is great for you.What we discussed in this episode:01:57 – Who is Greg Cross, how did he become an entrepreneur?05:17 – Why does Greg say he wished he started sooner as an entrepreneur?08:55 – Should we use video for our businesses?12:10 – Is video a must?13:38 – What is the best way to connect with people using video?18:10 – What is the ultimate goal in using video?21:10 – Two handy YouTube tips25:44 – Where to find Greg CrossMentione...
2022-10-1428 min
Born to Fly Podcast054-time management is not a struggle$ support this podcast $Do you know who was a master at time management?Jesus.Let's be more like Jesus. In this episode, you'll find a great time management tip that is easy and super effective. Mentioned:Born to Fly communityBorn to Fly Bible Plan 'Born to Fly Like an Eagle'Redeeming Your Time - Jordan Raynor ---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
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2022-09-3005 min
Born to Fly Podcast053-hearing from the Holy Spirit, with Nini Obiaga$ support this podcast $Wouldn't we all want a text each morning from the Holy Spirit stating exactly what direction we ought to go that day?Yeah.We know that's not how God works, but He works! And He speaks.That's what we talk about in this episode.What else can you expect?01:33 Who is Nini and what is her story06:00 How is she being led by the Holy Spirit in this business10:30 What is it like to be led by the Holy Spirit?14:15 Peace and waiting, how does...
2022-09-1623 min
Born to Fly Podcast052-being mission minded, with Trish Walker$ support this podcast $Tracy and Trish (both Born to Fly members) talk about how they met and what connected them. Trish is an investment professional who has been in the industry for over 7 years. She specializes in financial planning for business owners and retirement planning. What we talk about:01:34 Introduction to Trish03:53 What does mission-minded mean?07:11 How do you know when someone is searching for Jesus?17:10 Lessons Trish has learnedMentioned:Linkedin---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Sol...
2022-09-0228 min
Born to Fly PodcastBIG ANNOUNCEMENTS now that we're turning two$ support this podcast $In this celebratory episode, Jane looks back on the past two years of building this podcast.But we're not just looking back, we're also looking forward. What lays ahead? That's what is being shared in this episode.Teaser: Jane won't be the only host on this podcast in the future.The accountability community for Christian solopreneurs - https://borntofly.faith/ Mentioned in this episode:Episode with Jordan Raynor – Why you should become a master of oneEpisode with Nikki Affholter – Build a busin...
2022-08-1410 min
Born to Fly Podcast051-investing your profit, with Leo Marte$ support this podcast $Leo Marte is an expert in finances and the founder of Abundant Advisors. I've invited him on the show to talk about investing your money. Even if you're just starting out, it's good to have this in mind once the profit is starting to grow.And we don't just talk about money. We also touch on what "calling" means. What we discussed in this episode:01:16 Who is Leo Marte?02:25 How Leo was called in this profession08:43 How Leo started building his business10:46 Generational Wealth?14:50 When do people st...
2022-08-0532 min
Born to Fly Podcast050-profit comes first, with Rocky Lalvani$ support this podcast $Making a profit from the very first client?You can.Rocky Lalvani is an expert in the Proift First approach. He will explain in this episode what this system is and how you can apply it. In short: Sales – minus expenses = profitSales – profit => expensesWhat we discuss:01:14 Who is Rocky and how did you end up being the Profit Man?05:09 How does behavior influence our money mindset?08:24 What is the Biblical view on money and profit?10:45 What is the Profit First...
2022-07-2222 min
Born to Fly Podcast049-how to build a platform, with Sarah Aziz$ support this podcast $Sarah joined Born to Fly when it wasn't even called Born to Fly yet.We've seen her go from a couple of subscribers on YouTube to 1000 to a lot more.If you are wondering how content creation for the Lord works, then listen to what Sarah has to say in this episode.We talk about:02:15 – Who is Sarah Aziz?03: 59 – What led Sarah to do life coaching?06: 30 – When did she want to start equipping other coaches?12:28 – What it means to dedicate your business to the Lord14:42 – How to build a pl...
2022-07-0834 min
Born to Fly Podcast048-why following your passion sucks$ support this podcast $Do you find it annoying when someone says, “follow your passion?”I do.Which is kind of funny because I used to live by that phrase—chase that phrase. And now it irritates me.In this episode, I'll discuss why following your passion sucks.---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
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2022-06-2404 min
Born to Fly Podcast047-how to communicate strongly, with Laura Camacho$ support this podcast $Communication is the number skill we should master, agree?Whether or not you do, communication is key in business. In this episode, we will explore this topic and how to communicate even though people don't always like what you say.What we discuss:01:45 What is the story of Laura07:18 Fasting from Social Media platforms but at the same time using it for your business08:07 What does Communication Coach like Laura do?12:30 What makes communication strong?19:00 Educating, engaging, and entertaining your audience21:00 How do we communicate strongly, effectively without hurting...
2022-06-1032 min
Born to Fly Podcast046-how to be a minister in your business, with Mike Henry Sr.$ support this podcast $Mike desires to help every workplace believer intentionally follow Jesus full-time regardless of their position on an organizational chart. After decades of working in the marketplace himself, he now is an entrepreneur on a mission.In this episode, we talk about how YOU can be a minister in your own business too!What more do we talk about?1:37 Who is Mike Henry Sr.?2:27 How did Follower of One happen?6:00 What do I have to do to be called?7:50 What does it mean to be a minister?10:00 Ministry or business?11:03...
2022-05-2734 min
Born to Fly Podcast045-how to build a selling narrative, with Carrie Knowles$ support this podcast $If we know one thing today, it's that people need to feel connected to your business. The best way to achieve that is by building and telling a narrative. But what is a narrative exactly? Carrie and I dive into this topic.What we discuss in this episode:1:46 Who is Carrie?3:58 How did Carrie find out she loved writing?7:42 What is a narrative and why do you need it?16:30 The other part of the narrative…17:40 You wrote your narrative… now what?21:27 Where do you start writing your narrative?23:30 How do I make...
2022-05-1330 min
Born to Fly Podcast044-key advice for aspiring authors, with Paul Attaway$ support this podcast $Paul Attaway shares openly about self-publishing a book. He already did all the research which gives you only one thing to do: benefit from what he has to say!We talk about:1:17 Paul Attaway’s story7:36 How was God present in discerning what career move was next?10:58 What it means if you invite God into your business14:20 How did Paul’s business background help in publishing his own book?21:19 How to self-publish your book?23:52 Selling your self-pub book26:15 Why self-publish if the average sales are so low?30:50 What’s your goal with s...
2022-04-2941 min
Born to Fly Podcast043-two mistakes most entrepreneurs make, with Clare Price$ support this podcast $Talking to the wrong customer saying the wrong things--that's how Clare Price got my attention.She has a lot to share on how to grow your business and what type of thinking to avoid.We talk about:1:30 Who is Clare?2:51 God’s significant role in the entrepreneurial journey of Clare10:40 How do you know God is leading your business?13:30 Two accelerators of the Octain Growth System most entrepreneurs have difficulties with17:50 How do you figure out who your ideal customer is?21:28 Two mistakes most entrepreneurs make23:37 What if your pr...
2022-04-1531 min
Born to Fly Podcast042-graphic work has to serve others, with Andrew Barton$ support this podcast $Andrew Barton has had his own graphic design business for 11 years now. He could have scaled up and started an agency but for now, he chose to self-publish a children's book. He shares his journey and what shaped him as an entrepreneur.We talk about:1:50 How did Andrew end up being a graphic designer?5:08 Do you need education to become a graphic designer?6:01 When did Andrew start his own graphic design business?07:17 And after 11 years of self-employment Andrew got bored and wrote a children’s book?8:38 What was it like to crea...
2022-04-0129 min
Born to Fly Podcast041-imposter syndrome$ support this podcast $Starting out a business can feel daunting. Putting yourself out there requires courage.And sometimes we lack courage. We lack confidence. We start questioning if we are the right person to start a business.This episode is for you if you suffer from imposter syndrome.Give these 5 minutes a chance. It will make you feel better :) ---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
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2022-03-1804 min
Covered By GraceDiscovering Our God Given Gifts (with storyteller & creative writer, Jane Trapman)In this episode of the Covered By Grace podcast, we will be discussing discovering our God-given gifts and talents and how to use them to fulfill our calling and to ultimately glorify the Lord. We have storyteller and freelance creative writer, Jane Trapman, joining us on this episode! Jane gives us insight on how she discovered her gifts, calling and purpose and ways we can learn how to do the same.
Learn more about Jane Trapman here - http://janetrapman.com/
Find your calling through Jane's mini-course & community "Born To Fly" here...
2022-03-1630 min
Born to Fly Podcast040-college is not mandatory, with Stephanie Haynes$ support this podcast $Have you ever thought “I can’t start a business if I don’t have a business degree?” If so, this episode is for you. This episode is also for you if you have been telling yourself you can’t be in business for whatever reason. We (Stephanie Haynes and Jane) cover:1:25 Who is Stephanie Haynes?2:33 Has Stephanie’s vision on education changed now that she has adult kids?8:45 How did Stephanie become an education coach?12:59 It seems Stephanie just stumbled into her business, was it ever hard?14:08 How...
2022-03-0434 min
Born to Fly Podcast039-can we do it all? with Angela May$ support this podcast $Angela May is the New York Times bestselling co-author of The Islanders, the founder of May Media and PR, a wife, and a mother. She wears many hats, so how does she manage to be present and deliver good work? We tackle:1:09 Who is Angela May?2:52 A note for every listener “who wants to do it all”5:58 Angela’s story10:23 How did Angela know for sure she needed a change in her career? (amazing story!)14:29 A little note on how God speaks to you16:46 Left without a job, then what?26:19 It seems l...
2022-02-1841 min
Born to Fly Podcast038-Quick fix for being a healthier entrepreneur, with Lisa Ohata$ support this podcast $After listening to this episode, you must be more prepared and inspired to transform into a healthier and more energized entrepreneur.What we walk about?1:00 Who is Lisa?3:00 How did Lisa become a health and transformation coach?5:20 Explaining cycles and rhythms that are part of our life and what to do with them9:38 How to stay a sane and healthy entrepreneur?10:42 Quick fixes for staying/becoming healthy25:17 What exactly do we need to put into our bodies?28:00 But healthy eating takes so much time?31:49 Where can we find more about Lisa?
2022-02-0433 min
Born to Fly Podcast037-the point of creating content, with Ashley Wilson$ support this podcast $Ashley Wilson, known on social media as “Ashley’s Roses” is a young woman living with cystic fibrosis. Using her social media platforms, she is an advocate for CF while positively sharing her life with the disease. Ashley gained lots of experience in creating content and putting it out there. That means also not hitting the "right" numbers is part of her resume. In this episode, we explore why to make content in the first place and when to stop. Or not. 1:30 Who is Ashley Wilson?3:14 Why did Ashley s...
2022-01-2132 min
Born to Fly Podcast036-things to decide when you're starting out a business, with Seun Adeyemi$ support this podcast $After this episode, I'm convinced you feel fired up to start your business. OR to lay a better foundation.Seun is very specific about what you need to do if you like to be an entrepreneur with a profitable business.What we cover?Seun Adeyemi’s very own entrepreneurial story. Super inspiring!15:57 Things people need to figure out when they want to start a business16:16 Do you go sole proprietorship or do you incorporate?21:45 Other important things to look at24:44 Why you need a business plan and what should be...
2022-01-0739 min
Born to Fly Podcast035-how to turn things into action$ support this podcast $No sugarcoating.No fluff.Just action.Let's go. Set your first steps to living out what you're called to do.Get the things done that "you always wanted to do but never found the time for"!---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!
2021-12-1006 min
Born to Fly Podcast034-sell like Jesus, with Deb Brown Maher$ support this podcast $Deb helps business owners and solo entrepreneurs change the way they sell. I wish I heard her speak years ago.Just hearing the word "sales" would make me uncomfortable. If you feel the same.If selling is "not your thing" or if sales aren't going well, give this podcast a listen.We discuss:Who is Deb and why did she become a sales consultantHow to apply Christian principles to salesJesus and sales? What are you talking about?Doesn’t it make you weak when you...
2021-11-2635 min
Born to Fly Podcast033-3 key principles for entrepreneurship, with Darnell Samuels$ support this podcast $Darnell has understood what it means to be a son of the Creator. That’s why I thought it would be inspiring to talk to Darnell and see what he has to say about entrepreneurship. We ended up discussing a couple of key essentials and principles we think entrepreneurs need. I hope you take away what you need and apply it to your entrepreneurial endeavors. And I pray it will encourage and empower you.Things in this episode:Who is Darnell?The purpose of starting a podcast (for Darnell)Why...
2021-11-1237 min
Born to Fly Podcast032-ways to avoid fatigue, with Steven Baerg$ support this podcast $Stress. Fatigue. Busyness. Hurry.Unfortunately, those are words that almost any entrepreneurs too dearly.That's why I invited Steven Baerg on this podcast. He has worked through a fair amount of fatigue himself and made it his profession to teach to others techniques that help avoid fatigue and stress. On this episode:Who is Steven?How did Steven become a stress relief coach?The impact fatigue had on Steven’s life3 ways to avoid fatigueSteven’s biggest failureWays to contact Steven and follow what he does + fatigue quiz...
2021-10-2941 min
Born to Fly Podcast031-3 myths that keep you stuck financially, with Toyin Crandell$ support this podcast $This episode fired me up! Toyin's story is incredible and how she serves others is something to thank God for.During this episode we dive deep into money, money mindset and thoughts that keep you stuck financially. One of the interesting parts of this episode is when Toyin talks about not the love for money but the fear of money that was holding her back.Get into this episode and learn more about:Toyin’s storyHow “being in the fire” impacted Toyin's faithThe 3 most common myths Christians believe...
2021-10-1541 min
THE FORTIFIED LIFE PODCASTThe Jericho Force Podcast with Jason Davis - EP 12 - Jane Trapman (Creator of Born to Fly community for Christian entrepreneurs)BIOMeet Jane Trapman. Workwise she focuses on the Born to Fly community for Christian entrepreneurs, her Born to Fly podcast, creative writing projects, and online writing courses. In her personal life, she's a mom, a wife, a follower of Christ, and a sucker for Disney. She has published 2 novels (the series "Jels") and is working on another novel and a film script.
2021-10-0748 min
Born to Fly Podcast030-building an online presence, with Joe Henkel$ support this podcast $Joe Henkel is a podcaster, YouTuber, Jesus follower and filmmaker. We'll talk about building an online presence.What we'll cover:Being intentional when creating online contentWhat if I have no online presence yet?How Joe finds his clientsWhat social media platforms you should focus onHow many times a week you have to post?What good content isJoe’s biggest mistake Mentioned in this episode:Born to Fly's episode with Graham Cochrane about generating a passive incomeJordan Peele Joe Henkel IGJo...
2021-10-0131 min
Born to Fly Podcast029-ways to figure out what you're good at$ support this podcast $Want to figure out what you're good at? I give you a couple of ways to navigate through this. Hope this little episode will help you take the next step towards your calling(s).MENTIONED:the 16 personalities test---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!
2021-09-1705 min
Born to Fly Podcast028-from soccer to film, with Judah Hernandez$ support this podcast $Judah Hernandez is the owner of Black and White Media.In this episode he shares his personal story of how he became a professional soccer player and eventually ended up in video production. And of course, how God worked in all of that. We talk about:Judah’s life as a missionary kid in the USBecoming a professional soccer playerThe burden of great expectations & when it all starts to collapseThe reality outside of a Christian bubble and that made him question his faithWhy he let go of pursuing a pro...
2021-09-0341 min
Born to Fly Podcast027-common mistakes of entrepreneurs, with Bill Woolsey$ support this podcast $What a pleasure to talk to Bill Woolsey. The president and Founder of FiveTwo, which is a network that equips Christian entrepreneurs to launch a variety of sustainable start-ups. In 2015, the network launched a “Mother Teresa meets a friendly Mark Cuban” training process that helps entrepreneurial leaders to grow their God given dreams into ministries, nonprofits, and faith-based businesses that make an eternal difference in financially sustainable ways. In this episode we cover two main topics:Mistakes entrepreneurs makeHow to hire well / build a good teamEnjoy!---
2021-08-2038 min
Born to Fly Podcast1 YEAR BTF-hear from the community!$ support this podcast $Episodes mentioned:Mark Tegtmeier - if your business failsGraham Cochrane - how to build an online business Jordan Raynor - how to become a master of oneMarie-Lucie Spoke - how to find a mentorHolly Fisher - the one thing messaging should be aboutNikki Affholter - building a business to fight human traffickingEmail for suggestions: hello@borntofly.faithLeave a review if you like the BTF podcast :)And if you are interested in joining the community for C...
2021-08-1404 min
Born to Fly Podcast026-how to fortify your business, with Jason Davis$ support this podcast $In this episode, Jason shares his personal story of how he became a stewardship coach.We also talk about:The proper view on workWhy God would give us the opportunity to work in the first placeStewarding well; in life and businessand one of Jason's biggest mistakesMentioned in this episode:Dallace Willard Book: Fortify; being rooted in God's plan for work and businesswww.jerichoforce.comJericho Force podcastInsta @jason.n.davisClubhouse @jaynaydayFB @j...
2021-08-0635 min
Born to Fly Podcast025-determine the future for your business, with Arjan Visser$ support this podcast $Arjan Visser is a human-centered futurist. We talk about how he helps people get clarity about the future for their business and how to get there. In this case, by serious play.Wouldn't it be fun to play with Lego to help you figure out your vision? Well, good news! You can.In this episode:Why Arjan doesn't have a to-do listHow to exclude noise and distractionsFuturizing and serious play in practiceWhy Arjan doesn’t like vision boardsOne of the biggest roadblocks in personal growthCreativity is your superpower!Me...
2021-07-2329 min
Born to Fly Podcast024-subcreation for writers and creatives, with Keela Dee$ support this podcast $Keela Dee is a writer. She writes commercially for a employer and fiction and non-fiction in her own time. Years ago, Keel stumbled upon the concept of "subcreation", introduced by JRR Tolkien. She explains how God is the ultimate Creator. Only He can create something out of nothing. All that we do is subscreation.What else we talk about:Does what we create has to be Christian?What about bad creations like porn or anything that doesn’t honor God? How did that come into existence?The 4 questions every Chr...
2021-07-0928 min
Born to Fly Podcast023-Thank God for Bitcoin? with Jimmy Song$ support this podcast $There's hardly a day without Bitcoin news. Whether the value increases or decreases, it makes people talk. And I wanted to talk about it. Definitely after reading the book: Thank God for Bitcoin. It's written by several authors, one of which is Jimmy Song.Jimmy is a Bitcoin programmer and has a lot of knowledge on the topic. We end up talking about the system itself, the morality of this asset for trade, and...:What is a bitcoin programmer?Is Bitcoin “good”?Difference between altcoins and bitcoin...
2021-06-2541 min
Born to Fly Podcast022-If your business fails, with Mark Tegtmeier$ support this podcast $Did God call you to entrepreneurship? Are you trying to set up a business?But does it seem to fail regardless? "Divine multiplication", that thing all successful Christian entrepreneurs talk about, is a foreign concept. And that's quite frustrating.Mark and I get you.That's why we created this episode on the Born to Fly podcast.We discuss:Mark's (UX designer) entrepreneurial journeyA definition of successWhy Mark is at his 4th business. And two major things that didn't contribute to his previous businessesHow Mark ap...
2021-06-1126 min
Born to Fly Podcast021-4 ways God reveals calling$ support this podcast $Using an example of John Maxwell, Jane explains 4 ways of how God reveals calling in one's life. It is amazing to feel called and to work on the vocation God has placed in your heart. But you might not have found it yet.Perhaps this little snippet episode will give you peace or help you to understand how calling works and is revealed. It's meant to be an encouragement to you!---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
2021-05-2805 min
Born to Fly Podcast020-practical lead generation tips, with Jason Fleagle$ support this podcast $When Jason Fleagle and I prepared this episode, we kept in mind that it should be easy to understand and practical. This episode focuses on easy lead generation tactics that any company can do when you are just starting out.Jason is very knowledgeable on this topic and happily shares multiple examples of how these tactics work in practice. This is what you can expect:Who is Jason Fleagle, what is his career path, and what does Catalyst Brand Group?How you generate leads for your business using the C...
2021-05-1441 min
Born to Fly Podcast019-what does it take to manage a non-profit youth theater, with Janie Cox$ support this podcast $Christian Youth Theater (CYT) is celebrating its 40th year! It all started with Janie's parents and endured many challenges, like COVID. In this episode, Janie shares what it's like to manage a non-profit organization in the creative sector. Her love for theater is contagious and her heart for what it does to the kids who perform it even more!We talk about:The amazing origin story of Christian Youth Theatre that starts with Janie’s dad in Europe.How Janie got involved in CYTDealing with COVID in a business that leans on...
2021-04-3031 min
Born to Fly Podcast018-lessons and learnings from starting up in the Saas business landscape, with Andrew Tai$ support this podcast $Andrew Tai had it all; a great career in investment banking with a promising future. But he left all of that behind to follow his dream: having his own business.It started with Unhaggle, and today he is the CEO of MotoInsight, a global technology company (SaaS business) that makes buying new cars easier. He has been in business for over a decade now, but doesn't take that for granted. There's so much he has learned over the past years and happily and openly shares with us in this episode.
2021-04-1635 min
Born to Fly Podcast017-dealing with mental health and CF as an entrepreneur, with Madison MacGregor$ support this podcast $Madison MacGregor is my guest on today's episode. She is only 21 years old but has an amazing journey to share. Because she already has been through much in life - dealing with CF, dealing with a mental health crisis, being an actress in a TV series, writing a book, etc. - she has lots to share about entrepreneurship. Especially about how to show up every day and how to cope with your mental health. Madison is a go-getter. A powerful woman who will tell you:How to start entrepreneurial endeavors at a...
2021-04-0229 min
Born to Fly Podcast016-community building and what to do with technology, with James Kelly$ support this podcast $Meet the founder of FaithTech; James Kelly. With the help of others, James has build a worldwide community for tech-lovers and people working in tech who want to use their skills for God's Kingdom. In this episode we will talk about:FaithTech’s origin storyWhy “do whatever” for building a community is dangerous and why that won’t help you scaleGrowth isn’t always money related. What is it about?How you get from "the person who wants to start stuff", to a healthy community with engaged people and team2 ways we can perce...
2021-03-1933 min
Born to Fly Podcast015-passion is misunderstood$ support this podcast $Are you bothered by the fact that you can't find your passion? Does it feel suffocating to think about passion? Or don't you have a clue about what your passionate about?That's pretty common. And understandable. Maybe you look at passion in the wrong way.In this snippet Jane talks about passion. Passion is highly overrated and mostly misunderstood. Jane explains what passion really is about and how you can find it.Interested in the community for Jesus-following entrepreneurs? Check out Born to Fly!...
2021-03-0505 min
Born to Fly Podcast014-why you should become a master of ONE, with Jordan Raynor$ support this podcast $Jordan Raynor, serial entrepreneur and best selling author, shares his insights on becoming a master of one. We dive into the content of his book and discuss how you can find your vocation.In this episode you'll hear us talk about:A mistake that Jordan repeated a couple of times. One you want to avoid (hint: hiring + firing)We highlight some of the content of Jordan’s book Master of One:What was his motivation to write it?The number 1 predictor of happiness at workWhat he considers the ONE thing, using C...
2021-02-1931 min
Born to Fly Podcast013-generating passive income, with Graham Cochrane$ support this podcast $Graham Cochrane is an expert on building businesses that generate passive income. He is the founder of The Recording Revolution and Graham Cochrane.com. Both business are content-based and provide a passive income. Are you interested in building an online business? Then Graham has some amazing insights to share in this episode.We talk about:Passive income from a Christian perspectiveThe incredible story of how Graham lost everything-felt like a complete failure-to building The Recording Revolution with 1M revenue a yearA really simple hack for posting content to get s...
2021-02-0536 min
Born to Fly Podcast012-how to secure Celine Dion's endorsement, with Kim MacGregor$ support this podcast $Kim MacGregor has been through a lot, but it never made her stop putting other people first. In this episode she is sharing her story, rich of great examples of never giving up and the importance of "just asking."What can you expect in this episode?How do you switch from one industry to another?The power of having others helping you but on one conditionHow she secured Celine Dion’s endorsement for her first children's book to raise money for CFThe key for any business: putting the other person in th...
2021-01-2233 min
Born to Fly Podcast011-how to get the right mindset, with Devonia DeBeck$ support this podcast $Devonia DeBeck is an interior decorator, real estate broker, and life coach!In this episode Devonia shares her story of entrepreneurship. We talk about how Devonia took the steps to break with corporate life, figure out what she wanted, and start her first business. Plus:Starting your business while still working for your boss with him/her knowing about itHow to gain the confidence you need to just rock your businessHow to show up as the professional you are expected to be whilst just starting outHow you can get in...
2021-01-0833 min
Born to Fly Podcast010-how to find a good mentor, with Marie-Lucie Spoke$ support this podcast $Mentors aren't just related to business. Everybody needs a mentor in life at some point. They become part of your inner circle--people you surround yourself with.Marie-Lucie Spoke teaches leadership skills and always addresses the importance of mentors and having an inner circle. In this episode we will talk about exactly that.Why would you need a mentor?What's that "inner circle" that everybody needs, and who need to be part of it?What should you look for in a mentor?What makes a good mentor?How do you find the r...
2020-12-1829 min
Born to Fly Podcast009-let's talk about money and sustainable business, with Ellen Graf-Martin$ support this podcast $Ellen Graf-Martin served as a missionary for 5 years and is in business for over 12 years. She has seen both sides and knows how to combine the two. Because it doesn't have to be "either or"; you can be in business and in mission. In fact, how can you not combine the two?We also talk about:That your business doesn't have to be a non-profitWhy starting a business in crisis makes senseWhat "being called" meant for EllenHow she could hire her first employee after only being in operation for 5 months (in a...
2020-12-0431 min
Born to Fly Podcast008-examine your life; eagle versus chicken, which one are you?$ support this podcast $In this short episode I like to encourage you to look at yourself and decide if you are a chicken or an eagle. If you feel an urge, like something is calling you to change, then definitely listen for 6 minutes.Borntofly.faith---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!
2020-11-2006 min
Born to Fly Podcast007-the power of failure and vulnerability, with Seth Barnes$ support this podcast $Seth Barnes is a serial entrepreneur who worked in many countries. At the moment, he's working on Global U, a gap year for young entrepreneurs who can work on their business while traveling the world.Sound fun, eh?Well, if you like such an idea, you'll love the person behind it.Today Seth and I talk about:Why we are so afraid to failHow failing contributes to pursuing your dreamsHow Seth's life was falling apart and he still rejected mentorshipIf everybody can be an entrepreneur and the...
2020-11-0628 min
Born to Fly Podcast006-from social media to social collaboration, with Hui Huang$ support this podcast $Tech is booming! And Hui knows everything about it. She has spent multiple years in the industry and has now started her own tech project. It all started with a spark, like it does for many entrepreneurs. But how do you actually build a business as a "vision person"?That's what this episode is about. From spark, to idea, to business. From creativity to execution mode. What's more on this episode:What Star Wars has to do with sparks ;)What Hui thought social media missed and what she wanted to...
2020-10-2333 min
Born to Fly Podcast005-the one thing messaging should be about, with Holly Fisher$ support this podcast $Holly Fisher is a certified Story Brand Guide. But before she became one, she has traveled an interesting entrepreneurial journey.In this podcast we talk about:Getting laid off, now what?That moment you start your business, what do you need?What Holly wished she'd done different regarding pricing and time managementWhy you don't want to be The Cheesecake Factory with your messaging...and much more interesting insights on storytelling messaging--even in testimonials!Fisher CreativeFacebookInstagram---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find...
2020-10-0934 min
Born to Fly Podcast004-what do you mean starving artist? with Cynthia Wood$ support this podcast $Just as life, entrepreneurship isn't just a straight curve. Instead its full of challenges. Especially artists can relate to that while walking the path of business. And look at Cynthia, on top of that she also had to raise 5 kids.What you can expect to learn from her?Nap times and play time are the most important moments of the day if you run a businessFlexibility is unmistakably a skill you need for motherhood & entrepreneurshipHow to deal with having your (artist) dream on hold because of a season in lifeThe beauty...
2020-09-2534 min
Born to Fly Podcast003-this happens when your brand makes sense, with Jason Tsui$ support this podcast $Jason is a creative person to his core. Things you will enjoy from this podcast?Everyone is creative (yes, you too!)The amazing story of Koach4 essentials you need if you're setting up a brand and want one with a deep meaning that sticksRawDuo StudioKOACH Apparel KOACH Insta---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
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2020-09-1128 min
Born to Fly Podcast002-building a business to stop human trafficking, with Nikkie Affholter$ support this podcast $Think there's no human trafficking in the Western world? Think again!It is happening all around us. Hear Nikki's story and how she's building a business with a higher purpose, while making money.Sounds like something you want to do - combining mission and business? Then get inspired! Fight human trafficking!www.tirzadesign.comTirza Design Instagram---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
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2020-08-2826 min
Born to Fly Podcast001-how important are social interactions really? with dr. Wendy Patrick$ support this podcast $Why is it so hard to physically distance despite the risk?Online vs. offline businesses, what is the future? Will both survive?Is it a myth that connecting online can't create as deep of a connection or relationship as offline?These, and more questions about our behavior and connecting online as business owners will be answered in this episode.---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven...
2020-08-1437 min
Born to Fly Podcast000-Who is your host Jane & Why Born to Fly?$ support this podcast $ ---Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.
Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!
2020-08-1301 min