Best Fellowship Personal Statements Podcasts (2024)

Dear Hannah - My name is Derrick. I have one purpose today. I want to tell people who I am, and what I do, hope, and dream about ... let me share my journey's progress over the last year ... Love, DaddyBy Derrick Brown

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#78 - How a University is Financed: Research, Grants, Endowment, Salary, Tuition, Overhead 50:05

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This is a talk I felt compelled to give after the grad student / postdoc strike in the University of California in the fall of 2022. There was so much I didn't understand about university finance. In an effort to learn more, I decided to put together this talk and share it as a professional development seminar to PhD students, postdocs, and faculty…

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#77 - Managing your relationship with your PI / PhD advisor in graduate school 17:51

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A few uncategorized tips for working with your PI in grad school.

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Dear Hannah: LEarning - Talk To Me (A Game That Teaches The Language of ANY Subject) 14:53

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Dear Hannah - LEarn to do math, then learn what math does. I developed the game Talk To Me to support this LEarning journey ...By Derrick Brown

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Dear Hannah: LEarning - Reach - Then Teach (Small-Group "Discipling" Fellowship) 3:16

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Dear Hannah, I help people who help people. Then we help people to help people. I do this by creating and nurturing a "discipling" fellowship that uses mentoring, mediation, and problem solving to promote personal growth ...By Derrick Brown

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Dear Hannah: Fight The Good Fight (Truth, Grace & The School Board Race) 47:19

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Dear Hannah - Truth without grace is mean. Grace without truth is meaningless.By Derrick Brown

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Episode 48: First Year of Postdoc with Dr. Kayla Wolf 31:50

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How can you use the first year of your postdoctoral research position to set yourself up for long-term success? How do you decide if a postdoc is even right for you? In this episode, Sally and Kayla dive into reasons to do (or not to do) a postdoc, how to find a position, and how to get started. Kayla shares her personal experience and what she wis…

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Dear Hannah: Mission Statement Part 4 - Family Fellowship 16:30

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Dear Hannah, My name is Derrick. My name means "leader of my people". I am the brother from another planet. My ways are strange - even to strange people. I know why the caged bird sings. And still I rise. I like to gather "my people" for small-group fellowship that facilitates hope, healing, and change. Nothing gathers and connects us like playing …

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (Mission Statement (Episode 5 - Dunleith's Black Girl Magic)) 15:37

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Dear Hannah - In January 2024, your school (Dunleith Elementary School) won our school district's Reading Bowl for perhaps the first time ever. That's a great story ... but it is part of a bigger story ... one that I do not know how to tell completely. So, I will tell you what I can. Let me show you something ...…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (Mission Statement (Episode 8 - #CircumspectAboutDisrespect)) 37:57

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Dear Hannah ... I'm a #StandupStoryteller. I'm the brother from another planet. Strange people think I am strange. I think that what I experience is strange. And still I rise. I am learning to be #CircumspectAboutDisrespect. Let me show you something ...By Derrick Brown

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (Thoughts On Balance) (BELL) 13:57

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[1-16-2017] Being part of a church has helped me to grow - both in my walk with God, and in my understanding of life and people.Church helped me to wake up, grow up, speak up, and wise up. The experience has not always been "pretty" - but has taught me key lessons ... Your gifts can become weapons (against you and others) without the BALANCE of hea…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning - Crossing Paths (The Story of Tim Reid, New Millennium Studios, and The Spook Who Sat By The Door) (VIDEO) 10:58

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[3-3-2017] A long time ago (1997) in Petersburg, VA (where my wife Keisha was born and raised), Tim and Daphne Maxwell Reid launched New Millennium Studios - a 15,000-square-foot full-service movie production studio on 60 acres of land ... land with a rich Civil War history. It was the only full-service movie production studio in the state of Virgi…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning - Games People Play (The Story of Monopoly) 1:31

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[2-26-2017] Charles Darrow lost his job as a heater salesman at the beginning of The Great Depression in 1929. He then created, patented, copyrighted, and licensed Monopoly between 1933 and 1935 - but Monopoly was based on versions of real estate trading games whose patents date back to 1904. Why did Darrow's version flourish - making him the first…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning - The "Real" Matrix (VIDEO) 4:24

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[3-5-2017] A long time ago, a movie called "The Matrix" captured our attention. The movie conveyed that reality was not "real" - but simulated and imagined. It made lots of "real" money, though. A few years after, author Sophia Stewart sued the key players behind "The Matrix" for copyright infringement. She also sued the key players behind "The Ter…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning - Honor Role (The Power Of Mentors) (VIDEO) 5:03

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[3-17-2017] American history has not been kind to Paul Robeson. Robeson was a complex individual. Even complex individuals can be erased - one dimension at a time. As an actor and singer, he was erased - even as one of the most powerful and popular performers in the world. As a football player, he was erased - even as a Rutgers University All-Ameri…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (Honor Role - The Power Of Mentors (Tribute to Darryl Robinson) - EPILOGUE) (VIDEO) 8:37

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[2-4-2018] I was able to attend Brother Darryl Robinson's homegoing yesterday. I drove down with Willie Frasier. We met during the 1985 Clemson Career Workshop, too, and have been friends ever since. He shared some great memories of "Cheese" during our ride. He was Cheese's roommate for a while. I never knew, but was not surprised ... not in the le…

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Dear Hannah: Mission Statement (Episode 7 - #HappyBlackHistoryMonth) (VIDEO) 38:49

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[3-2-2024] Hey folks. My name is Derrick Brown. I'm a #StandupStoryteller. I'm the brother from another planet. Strange people think I am strange. I think that what I experience is strange. And still I rise. #HappyBlackHistoryMonth. On a good day, I have a keen focus on life, liberty, and my pursuit of happiness. That focus intensifies during #Blac…

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Dear Hannah: Mission Statement (Episode 6 - Finance) (VIDEO) 33:31

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[2-11-2024] Good morning, good people. Let me show you something ... I am a missionary on a journey to powerful purpose ... with a charge to help others get there, too. That pathway is paved with ministry, entrepreneurship, stewardship, litercy, numeracy, language, self-expression, self-identity, and analysis / synthesis. This journey has given bir…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (Honor Role - The Power Of Mentors (Tribute to Darryl Robinson)) (VIDEO) 6:56

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[1-28-2018] I met Darryl "Cheese" Robinson when I was 15 years old. He was my hall counselor during the Clemson Career Workshop in 1985. He may have been the head counselor - then again, maybe not.But if he wasn't - it sure seemed like he was. His room door was always open, and he was always in there speaking into someone. Older students. Younger s…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (Project Chaos - A Story of Organized Noise) (11-29-2020) 22:06

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Today, I will share a story that articulates a concrete strategy to create sustainable change through *persistent* efforts to connect (with like-minded people), collect (information), protect (spirit, energy, and identity), and project (collaborate in consistent, meaningful ways).By Derrick Brown

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (TheSeeSayShow - Lemon Street's Legacy) (2-4-2021) 1:16:50

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On 2-4-2021, I hosted and moderated a conversation. The participants in this conversation were all connected to the history and legacy of the Lemon Street Schools. The Lemon Street Schools were segregated schools for Cobb County Blacks. When integration closed the schools and absorbed them into the Marietta City School district, a lot of people wer…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning - Why Harriet Tubman Chased Chickens (video repeat of 5-1-2017 episode) 1:00

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Harriet Tubman conducted 13 rescue missions on the Underground Railroad over a 10-year period. Those long journeys to freedom resulted in lots of hungry people. Tubman was a professional cook - which provided her mission's startup capital, and creativity under pressure. She once stopped at a market to buy 2 chickens, and almost came face-to-face wi…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (Blind Spots) (1-24-2021) 14:20

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I am a "Standup Storyteller". I am comfortable standing up and speaking my truth. Here's today's truth - I have blind spots. Help me to see them today by listening. I have a special set of skills ... acquired over a long career ... that make me attractive as a workhorse problem solving employee ... but not necessarily as a leader. Let me say that t…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (The Tuskegee Airmen (2-21-2022)) 5:14

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I don't know a lot about the Tuskegee Airmen. Don't know a lot of details, but now here's what I do know. I know that they were a group of courageous men of color ... who sought to break barriers in a profession ... that constructed a lot of them ... to make sure that pilots were of a certain hue, if you understand what I'm saying. And to overcome …

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (Meeting The President (8-4-2018)) 7:59

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Once upon a time, the President gave a group of African-American community leaders a seat at the table. The leaders brought their own menu. It took a long time to make the meeting a reality - lots of letters & telegrams, and several more civil rights crises (like the desegregation of Little Rock, AR schools) for 29-year-old Southern Christian Leade…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (A Tribute to Lemon Street's Lewis C. Scott (2-10-2022)) 34:40

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(Marietta, GA) Lemon Street High School's Mr. Lewis Clyde Scott taught many students ... several of whom became teachers. He has transferred his wealth (his knowledge) in ways that have personally inspired me ... without my ever having met him. I have met many of his students. Their lives and stories have told me the kind of teacher and influence h…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (TheSeeSayShow - Hugh Grogan) 19:47

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The "SeeSayShow" is a short "class monologue" that shares stories powered by "real-world" LEarning. I teach my classes in a building that used to be an annex to the former segregated high school for Cobb County Blacks. Today's episode shares a story about the first Black city councilman in our city (a graduate of the segregated high school), and ho…

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Dear Hannah: LEarning (TheSeeSayShow - MLK 2.0 (Letter To Harry Belafonte)) 11:44

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MLK's letter writing practice was strategic. It probably helped him remember who he was meeting, who they were, and what their encounters and meetings produced. These letters were probably his KnowledgeBase, and helped him to make moves.By Derrick Brown

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From Fear to Faith: Embracing Grace and Letting Go of FOMO 41:00

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In this episode of The Present Purpose podcast, host Joanna Butenschoen reflects on what worked well and what didn't work so well for her in 2023. She shares lessons learned and insights on creating systems, having grace for oneself, choosing faith over fear, letting go of FOMO, and being authentic. Listeners can expect to be inspired to evaluate t…

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Discovering Your Purpose: Finding Inspiration through Jesus’s Birth 6:27

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In this thought-provoking podcast episode by Joanna Butenschoen, we delve into the profound connection between Jesus's birth and our own quest for purpose. As we explore the idea of how our purpose can evolve and transform over time, we discover the importance of seeking wisdom from God and seizing opportunities to bring about positive change in th…

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Are You Asking the Right Question? 12:36

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We tend to jump straight to the question “What’s my purpose?“ But what if that’s the wrong question? What if, instead, we were to ask ourselves, “Who am I really?“ Only in addressing who we are; what makes us tick, what lights us up, what we are passionate about, can we truly begin to discover our purpose. Join me today to learn more. https://joann…

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Purpose in Seasons of Uncertainty 20:33

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Are you in a season of transition? Laid off from a job, recently widowed, divorced or empty-nesters? How do you find new purpose when the world feels shaky under your feet? Join me today to find out.... BLACK FRIDAY DEALS Watch on YouTubeBy Joanna Butenschoen

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Introducing Present Purpose!! 12:58

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Welcome to the ”Present Purpose Podcast,” where your host, Joanna Butenschoen, embarks on a transformative journey to discover and embrace God’s unique callings for each season of life. As a Kingdom speaker, mentor, author, and coach with deep roots in Bible Study Fellowship, Joanna brings a wealth of spiritual insight and personal experience to ea…

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Episode 47: Writing Your First Paper 44:40

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If you or someone you're mentoring is new to writing peer reviewed papers, this episode is for you! Kayla and Sally break down the logistics to get you from blank page to final proofs. We discuss planning out your figures, managing your references, crafting an intro, choosing a journal, navigating coauthor drama, and more. What should you do if you…

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Episode 46: Who can afford to stay in science? With Dr. Erika Moore 49:08

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After completing her undergraduate degree, Dr. Moore found herself burdened by substantial student debt, prompting her to address the critical issue of financial sustainability in academia. Through her own journey, she has developed an educational program aimed at empowering students with essential financial literacy skills. Dr. Moore candidly shar…

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Fresh Starts and Making Space 15:54

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What in your life has you feeling maxed out? Let's talk about fresh starts, letting go of what isn't serving us, and creating space mentally, spiritually and physically. Let's go!By Joanna Butenschoen

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Episode 45: NSF Graduate Fellowship 101 28:11

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It’s all of our tips for applying to the NSF graduate research fellowship! The National Science Foundation GRFP can fund 3 years of your PhD, and there’s a hidden curriculum for crafting a winning application. Sally and Kayla share their tips for how to prep your application to frame your Broader Impacts and Intellectual Merit in the best possible …

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Episode 44: Personal Statements 101 43:47

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A well-crafted personal statement can make the difference between aspiration and reality. But what information should you include? What does "personal" really mean? In this episode Kayla and Sally dive into the hidden curriculum of personal statements to empower you when drafting your applications to graduate school, medical school, PhD programs, f…

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Episode 43: Anti CV: embracing failures to drive future wins 51:58

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You won’t get everything you apply for - and that’s ok! In this episode Kayla and Sally dive into some of their biggest fails, rejections, and misses. We go through what we learned and how you can learn from our failures. Kayla shares hard-earned lessons from her (innumerable) application journeys as well as how to create a Rejection Ritual to quic…

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Episode 42: Patient Stakeholders in Biomedical Research, with Kevin Fowler 38:58

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Join Sally and Kayla as they explore the role of patient advocacy in biomedical research with Kevin Fowler, consultant and owner of "The Voice of the Patient." Kevin shares insights on what patients want to know and how you can get involved in patient advocacy to drive meaningful change in healthcare related research. Kevin Fowler on Twitter: @grat…

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Episode 41: Restructuring academic traineeship, with Dr. Shirley Malcom 50:51

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Renowned public servant Dr. Shirley Malcom joins Kayla and Sally to discuss the challenges facing graduate students and postdocs during traineeship. We discuss structural barriers keeping trainees in underpaid roles and keeping out those who cannot afford to stay in such roles. Importantly, we consider how universities and funding agencies can perp…

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#76 - How to write proposals for fellowships and grants 1:02:05

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Topics include generating ideas, finding the right funding agency, working with program managers, the grant proposal as an experiment in psychology, what goes on behind closed doors, and how to write concisely and convincingly.

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Powerlessness 11:55

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How many times have you put something on the back burner, or dropped it altogether because external circumstances changed? How often do you make excuses for failing to finish something? This is what we call powerlessness: allowing external circumstances to dictate our actions. How committed are you to following through, in spite of those changes? T…

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The Power of ”I Am” Statements 25:35

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Have you ever thought about how many times each day you use the phrase "I am"?? Listen in to hear how this phrase shapes our sense of self and impacts our leadership. Book a call or download your FREE PDF below. Available at either website https://www.joybizleadership.com https://www.mountainmovingpodcast.com…

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Vision & Persistence 25:49

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Have you ever created an intentional Vision for your life? Have you partnered with God in prayer and asked Him what He wants your legacy to be when He calls you home to glory? In today's episode we are exploring the question, "What is vision, and why is it important?" We will also talk about how to achieve that vision through goal-setting and persi…

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Authenticity in Leadership 19:11

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Authenticity is the foundation of trust and credibility. If, as leaders, we are not authentic, people are less likely to trust us and follow our guidance. This can undermine our effectiveness and create barriers to connection. In this episode, learn from the examples of real-world leaders about transparency in leadership and how it built their cred…

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Prayer & Mentorship 24:27

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What is prayer? Is there a right or wrong way to pray? What does the Bible say about prayer? How does prayer model good leadership? Begin to explore these topics in the most recent episode of our podcast. To contact Joanna with comments or requests, book her to speak, or hire her as your personal, Kingdom Mentor and Coach visit her website: https:/…

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Is Complacency Costing Your Dreams? 28:00

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Is complacency causing you to delay progress toward the dreams God has put in your heart? What is keeping you from moving toward your full God-given potential? In today’s episode, I’ll provoke you to consider where you’re delaying and why; and what to do about it. Listen in!By Joanna Butenschoen

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