Best Heather Diaz Podcasts (2024)

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Cancer Survivor Series... My Five-Year Fight and How God Used A Deadly Diagnosis To Transform Me as a Christian Woman 18:11

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Welcome back to the show! We are officially in our Cancer Survivor Series. In today’s episode, I’m going to share about the road to getting the cancer diagnosis, navigating cancer for five years, and what led to me eventually saying yes to chemotherapy. Through this journey, I’ll illustrate just how the Lord used this season to transform me. So, I …

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Season 2 Kickoff! Understanding the Household of God in Ephesians 2:19-22...A Bible Study for Christian Women 35:43

3d ago35:43

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Welcome to season 2 of Her Renewed Strength-The Podcast! I'm so glad to be back with you for this season of the show and excited to share what you can look forward to in the coming months. In today's episode, I give you a preview of what's to come and share a passage that deepened my appreciation and gratitude for my salvation. I take you deep into…

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Nicole Papaioannou Lugara - How to Stress-Test Your Team 32:27

17d ago32:27

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In this episode, Nicole and I chat about: - The signs that your team is struggling during crunch time - The parts of a project that can be outsourced to meet a deadline - How you can run your own stress-test with your team Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at: https://www.instagram.com/ldhotseat/ Email us…

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Sinead Walsh 1:13:23

15d ago1:13:23

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Send us a text This month our two hosts interview the fantastic Sinead Walsh Sinead has had several jobs over the years and currently works in digital marketing. Sinead is also a brilliant standup comic, and the host of an amazing podcast called "Queer As Fluich" which everyone should listen to. We delve into how first jobs and bad experiences can …

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Wheatley Moylan - What to do when your learners confide in you? 31:01

30d ago31:01

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In this episode, Wheatley and I discuss: -What do you do with the information you learn while training? - How do you set boundaries for yourself when wanting to help learners? - Should you have a set of emotional baseline questions for learners when you start training? Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at…

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Claudio Perrone 1:23:40

2M ago1:23:40

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Send us a Text Message. This month our two hosts interview the amazing Claudio. Claudio is a change agent who loves all things lean and agile. He has both worked for and run his own companies in the past, thus making him a great source of information on engineering joy. He is also the inventor of popcorn flow which if you have not heard of it, go l…

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Heather Burright - The Unique Challenges for Non-Profit L&D 30:05

3M ago30:05

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In this episode, Heather and I chat about: - How do you navigate developing training while meeting the requirements for Non-profit grants? - What role does project management play in federated organizations? - How important is it for there to be a community collective for your unique work? Connect with Heather through LinkedIn and her business, Ski…

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Roisin Rooney 1:13:16

3M ago1:13:16

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Send us a text This month our hosts interview the fantastic Roisin Rooney. Roisin works in people operations with a background in our favorite department, human resources. We have a fantastic chat starting off talking about our parents, and then quickly jumping into work-based horrors and craic. Roisin gives her experiences working in HR and shows …

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Patrick Lynn 1:08:11

4M ago1:08:11

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Send us a text This month our two quite giddy hosts interview the wonderful Paddy Lynn. Paddy is a tech recruiter with over ten years of experience. Paddy was also heavily involved in the Irish testing and agile tech scene helping run meetups and even the odd conference. Paddy gives us a deep dive into the recruiting world and explains how relation…

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Joseph Diaz - Bring your previous experience to new endeavors 37:32

4M ago37:32

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In this episode Joseph and I chat about: - Having to adopt new tools when pivoting to a new position - How to stomp down imposter syndrome when facilitating on a topic you're not as familiar with? - How to get more involved with your online community when you don't have a lot of real-world experience? Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsw…

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Jolene Jang - Being an Asian American Advocate at Work 50:45

5M ago50:45

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In this episode, Jolene and I discuss: - How do you introduce people to the conversation about race who are uncomfortable and have little experience? - How important is it to advocate for diversification at conferences? How do you advocate for it? - Why is it important to be familiar with not just your title of someone’s ethnicity/race/sexual orien…

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223: Theology Matters Series Part FIVE… Should You Know How To Defend Your Faith as a Christian Woman? Apologetics 101 with Shanda Fulbright 42:22

5M ago42:22

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Welcome to part FIVE of our Theology Matters Series. This is the final episode in our Theology Matters Series, and the final episode of this long, almost 3-year season as we prepare to take a break this summer. In today’s episode, I took time to speak with Shanda Fulbright, and answer the question: should you know how to defend your faith as a Chri…

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José Díaz 1:07:36

5M ago1:07:36

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Send us a Text Message. Our hosts continue their conversations to understand workplace joy. This month we are delighted to have the wonderful José Díaz. José not only runs his own very successful company but is the creator of the amazing Agile Testing Days conference. We both adore the conference and have been heavily inspired by it. We dive straig…

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222: Theology Matters Series Part FOUR... How Your Theology Influences Your Discipleship & Relationships as a Christian Woman 32:37

5M ago32:37

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Welcome to part FOUR of this Theology Matters Series. Today I take time to answer the question: how does theology affect discipleship and your relationships as a Christian woman? There are two primary areas I focus on during this episode: discipleship [how you intentionally or unintentionally disciple others] and accountability in your relationship…

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221: Theology Matters Series Part THREE... How Your Theology Impacts Your Health as a Christian Woman with Robin Rhine McDonald 57:26

5M ago57:26

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Welcome to PART THREE of our Theology Matters Series! In today’s episode, I share a conversation I had with Robin Rhine McDonald. Robin Rhine McDonald is a Faith-Based Holistic Health Coach, proud mom and wife with a passion for supporting and empowering Jesus-loving women to gain true health while losing weight through her sustainable, grace-based…

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220: Theology Matters Series Part TWO... Are You Reading The Bible CORRECTLY? How Your Bible Study Affects Your Walk as a Christian Woman with Heather Preston 44:33

6M ago44:33

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Welcome to part two of our Theology Matters Series! Today, I’m sharing a conversation with my friend, Heather Preston. Heather is a professional writer with a Master of Arts in Theological Studies. As a consultant she works with churches and pastors and has a passion for academic collaborations. Heather hosts a podcast called Scripts on Scripture w…

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219: Theology Matters Series Part ONE... What is Theology? Do You Need It To Grow As A Christian Woman? 22:51

6M ago22:51

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Welcome to this month’s series… THEOLOGY MATTERS! If you’ve been craving a deeper dive into theology, this series is one you don’t want to miss! I’m so excited to dive into the topic of theology, why it matters and how it affects our everyday walks as Christian women. In today’s series intro, I’m going to answer the questions: What is theology? Why…

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Jonathan Hill - How to balance your passions with your projects 35:25

6M ago35:25

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In this episode, Jon and I chat about: - How to keep pop cultural references relevant towards learning - The importance of a community of practice - When and where to mix your passions with your work Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at: https://www.instagram.com/ldhotseat/ Email us at: LDhotseat@gmail.co…

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Sarah Hughes 1:13:02

6M ago1:13:02

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Send us a Text Message. Our hapless hosts continue their search to discover joy in the workplace. This month they are joined by the amazing Sarah Hughes. Sarah has a background in psychology and has worked in various industries NONE of which are tech. We dive into how teams in general tend to work and we see how human behaviours tend not to change …

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218: Christ Centered Productivity Series Part FOUR... Fitting Your God-Sized Goals Into Your Busy Schedule As A Christian Woman 9:44

6M ago9:44

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Hey sis! In this episode, I'm adding a special BONUS episode that is all about fitting your God-sized goals into your busy schedule. If you've ever wondered when you'll have time to work on that dream or goal... or just want to better understand how to fit goals into an already packed schedule, this episode is for you! I pray this blesses you! 🚨 Th…

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217: Christ Centered Productivity Series Part THREE... How To Create A Schedule That Puts Jesus First As A Christian Woman 9:50

6M ago9:50

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We are in part three of the Christ Centered Productivity Series! In today’s episode, we cover STEP THREE of the Christ Centered Productivity Framework (CCPF): building a SCHEDULE that puts Jesus first! If you have not yet listened to parts 1 and 2, go back and listen to those episodes in order! You can click here to listen to PART ONE and click her…

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Justin Blanchard - Using Artificial Intelligence in L&D 42:31

6M ago42:31

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In this episode, Justin and I talk about: -Communicating the realities of AI to your stakeholders -How to use AI for soft skill development -How to train AI to communicate with failure in mind Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at: https://www.instagram.com/ldhotseat/ Email us at: LDhotseat@gmail.com…

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216: Christ Centered Productivity Series Part TWO... Want To Feel Closer To God? How The Time Calculator Will Help You Find Time for the Lord as a Christian Woman 9:20

6M ago9:20

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We are in part TWO of the Christ Centered Productivity Series, and I’m highlighting STEP TWO of the Christ Centered Productivity Framework. If you skipped part one, please go back and listen to Episode 215! In this series, the episodes progressively build on the last because I’m sharing a specific framework or process. Jumping into the middle of it…

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215: Christ Centered Productivity Series Part ONE... How To Use A Schedule Audit To Identify The Idols In Your Life As A Christian Woman 13:33

7M ago13:33

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Today, we are diving into Part ONE of the Christ Centered Productivity Series that we are hosting this month. This is a four-part series, and today we are going to cover step ONE of the framework. This step will help you identify the idols in your life because, let’s be honest, whatever is most important to you will get your time! This is a great e…

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Kerry O'Brien - The importance of curiosity for building connections 43:40

7M ago43:40

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In this episode, Kerry and I chat about: - How do you disagree with someone but keep the conversation productive? - How can we demonstrate that we value the differences in our teams? - What is effective feedback withing your team? Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at: https://www.instagram.com/ldhotseat/ …

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Heather Reid 1:04:25

7M ago1:04:25

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Send us a text We continue our conversations in our ever-going quest to find the meaning of workplace joy. This month we interview the fantastic Heather Reid. Heather has many years (ten or less if you ask her) experience working in various software roles. She takes us through her highs and lows (including some fairly crazy points), and gives us a …

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214: How To KNOW What God Has Called You To, Live Purposefully & Identify When You’re Out of Alignment as a Christian Woman…with Shayla Hilton! 37:07

7M ago37:07

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Well, hello! I hope you are having a fabulous Tuesday! We are just about done with February, and only have one month left in quarter 1… Can you believe it?! Well, today, I have a treat for you! My friend Shayla Hilton joined me for a conversation that truly blessed me. Honestly, even while we were talking, I felt like it was a convo the Lord let us…

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213: The Problem of "Not Enough Time" and What It ACTUALLY Says About Your Time Management as a Christian Woman 17:15

7M ago17:15

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There’s this phrase that I was notorious for using when I was asked if I followed through on something I said I was going to do or wanted to do…it went something like, “I tried, but I just don’t have enough time…” This happened a lot when I was younger, and today I’m going to share the scenarios I used it the most. I’m also going to explain what th…

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Heidi Kirby - Top Tips on Supporting Your Network Through LinkedIn 51:37

7M ago51:37

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In this episode, Heidi and I outline our top tips for how you can support your network of L&D Professionals on LinkedIn. Every tip has intentionality behind it, so you can implement these tips immediately and foster the value of your community! Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at: https://www.instagram.c…

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212: Are You Sacrificing Your Priorities As A Busy Christian Woman? 3 Proverbs to Help You Improve Productivity! 15:33

7M ago15:33

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In today's episode, I'm throwing it back to 2021, when I first shared these three Proverbs! Since then, I've been even more aware of how easy it can be to sacrifice my wellness or even my walk with the Lord because of my decision to remain busy. Well, if that's you, these passages are FOR YOU! You don't have to be so busy that you sacrifice what ma…

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211: When You Just Want To Quit… Dealing with Disappointment & Doubt as a Christian Woman 25:58

8M ago25:58

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Hey sis! Today, I'm taking a little break from all the productivity & time management talk because the Lord put something on my heart that I just NEEDED to share. I don't know about you, but seasons of doubt, discouragement and disappointment are rough. Today, I share about my own experiences in this current season, which appear to be similar to wh…

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Dr. Robin Sargent - Lessons from Running a Vocational School 43:59

8M ago43:59

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In this episode, Robin and I discuss: - The importance of deliberate practice - How we can automate tasks in L&D -What her top tips from running a vocational school, are Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at: https://www.instagram.com/ldhotseat/ Email us at: LDhotseat@gmail.com…

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210: When Will All Your Effort Lead To Better Productivity & Time Management? 3 Things To Consider When You’re Working Toward A Goal as an Anxious or Overwhelmed Christian Woman 24:43

8M ago24:43

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Hey hey! Happy Tuesday, sis! I hope you are having a fabulous day at the time you’re tuning in. Today, I’m going to offer some biblical encouragement and perspective on the topic of accomplishing what you set out to do… specifically with respect to actually seeing improvements in your productivity and time management. Does this sound like you? You’…

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209: She Got Confidence, Encouragement, Systems & Learned How To Get Her Life Together... Bonnie Jean Schaefer Spills the Tea on What It Was Like Working with Erika! 30:40

8M ago30:40

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In this client tell-all, Bonnie Jean Schaefer shares her experience working with Erika Diaz-Castro, and all the amazing fruit that came investing in working with a Christian life coach! If you want to know what its like to work with Erika, this is for you! By the way... The doors are officially open for you to join us inside the Christ Centered Pro…

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Henri Terho 59:32

8M ago59:32

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Send us a text In which our two hosts talk about all things joyful with the most joyful of all Finns, our good friend Henri Terho. Henri has many years of experience working in various companies from big to small start-ups. He takes us through the highs and lows of both, and gives us some good tips to create a healthy fun workspace.…

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208: FREE PRODUCTIVITY WORKSHOP FOR ANXIOUS, OVERWHELMED CHRISTIAN WOMEN! Details Inside!!! 10:05

8M ago10:05

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Hey friend! Today, I'm so excited to share about a FREE productivity workshop I'm hosting this Thursday, and spilling ALL the details about what it is, who it's for, why you need to be there and what it'll cost you if you skip. If you are a Christian woman who is always busy, but struggle to be productive... if you want to master time management an…

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Matthew Daniel - Workforce Barriers to Career Pathways and Cultures of Learning 56:41

8M ago56:41

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In this episode, Matthew and I discuss: - What skills a beneficial for a learner's next step in development? - How important is telling a story that reflects your knowledge or skill? - What are learner barriers for career pathways and cultures of learning? Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at: https://www…

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207: Not Sure Where Your Time Is Going? 4 Steps to Identifying The Holes In Your Schedule & Instantly Improving Your Time Management As A Christian Woman! 10:16

8M ago10:16

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Hey you! If you’re anything like I used to be, you’ve caught yourself saying, “I don’t know where my time goes.” Time management and productivity aren't taught in school, so if you're struggling with either, don't feel bad! Whether you’re always running late to things or just trying to get caught up on your long to-do list, you may still find yours…

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206: Is Your Relationship with God Taking a Backseat To Your To-Do List? Try These 2 Things To Have More Intentional Time with the Lord as a Christian Woman! 8:25

8M ago8:25

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If your relationship with the Lord takes a hit when you’re busy, listen up. I’m guilty of putting Jesus on the back burner when life gets hectic. Trust me, I’m not perfect! That’s the reason I know how harmful of a habit it is. Today, I’m giving you two very simple, straight forward strategies you can implement today if you recognize your time with…

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205: Can You Afford To Rest When You Have So Much To Do? Biblical Truths About REST & Its Effect on Time Management for Overwhelmed Christian Women 14:52

8M ago14:52

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The Holy Spirit has prompted me to speak about rest. As believers, we can be tempted to believe that rest is optional, especially when things become busy. We worry about taking time to rest. We worry about slowing down. We worry about taking that tactical pause because we worry about all the things we still have to do. So, today, I want to speak to…

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204: Why Your To Do List Isn’t Improving Your Time Management or Productivity… +Why It’s Actually Making You MORE Anxious and Overwhelmed! 7:32

9M ago7:32

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What up, sis! I’m not sure if you’re aware of this, but your to-do list is actually NOT contributing to improving your time management or productivity. Instead, it’s making you anxious and contributing to the overwhelm. In this episode, I’ll share WHY that’s the case, and I’ll give you a mindset reframe to help you think about how to remedy this si…

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Tom McDowall - Should you use Youtube to teach others L&D? 38:56

9M ago38:56

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In this episode, Tom and I turn up the heat and answer 5 burning questions: -Why use YouTube to teach others about L&D? -How do you ensure your content is engaging and valuable to your audience? -Are there any common mistakes or pitfalls that new creators should be aware of and avoid? -What tools, resources, or skills should aspiring creators acqui…

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203: Struggling with Time Management? Change Starts with YOU... 3 Beliefs You Need To Shift If You Want To Get More Done & Be Productive as an Overwhelmed Christian Woman in 2024! 10:03

9M ago10:03

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Welcome back! I'm talking about mindset today because you cannot improve in time management or productivity if you don't first shift your mindset. Trust me, if this wasn't necessary, I wouldn't bother. I'm the FIRST person to say, "just give me the step-by-step." HOWEVER, it's not all about WHAT you're doing... it's more about HOW YOU'RE THINKING a…

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202: If You Felt Unprepared & Scatterbrained In 2023, THIS Is Why... PLUS 3 Time Management Tips To Help You Get Productive & Be Less Overwhelmed as a Christian Woman! 12:53

9M ago12:53

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Happy New Year! Have you ever gone through something and, when you look back at it, you’re like, “wow, that was hard.” Yep, that was 2023… for A LOT of us! Well, after connecting with a lot of women inside The Community, including some past and current clients, I KNOW it was hard to focus this year with most of the complaints centering around being…

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201: Want To Be More Productive In 2024?! Leave These 2 Limiting Beliefs In 2023 If You Want To See True Transformation In Your Time Management As An Anxious, Overwhelmed Christian Woman! 13:00

9M ago13:00

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What is up, sister friend! As I was reflecting on everything I shared this past Tuesday, including the time management tips and productivity strategies that helped me get to new levels in 2023, I also reflected on the things that held me back in 2023... I realized these limiting beliefs are the very lies my clients (and even my friends!) subscribed…

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200: How My Productivity Skyrocketed in 2023, Despite Many Emotional Lows…The EXACT Mindset Shifts & Time Management Methods! +Quick Q4 Recap & 2024 Announcements! 41:13

9M ago41:13

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What’s up, friends! For the last couple of years, I’ve done a Q4 Recap, but this year, I want to look at 2023 in totality and share the themes and lessons of the year, including the really hard things. PLUS, I’m revealing the EXACT mindset shifts and time management methods that skyrocketed my productivity in one of the hardest years for my family …

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199: Feeling Anxious About Money? Become A Better Steward With This SIMPLE Financial System featuring Shana & Vanessa! 24:55

9M ago24:55

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Do you want to be debt free?! Does money trigger feelings of stress or anxiety for you? Do you have a good financial system in place? Sis, today you are in for a treat! I have the hosts of the Financial Coaching for Women podcast, Shana and Vanessa, on the show today. Shana & Vanessa are best friends, business partners and hosts of a fast-growing p…

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198: Are You A Christian Woman Suffering From Overwhelm or Burnout This Holiday Season? 10 Ways To Have Joy When Poor Time Management Has You Stressedwith Michelle Byrd 19:03

9M ago19:03

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Sis, are you already exhausted this holiday season? I know things get real crazy real fast, schedules fill up and all the extroverting you’re doing is calling for more caffeine. It can be hard to have joy when you feel so run down, so I decided to share a conversation I had with my friend, Michelle Byrd, who you last heard from in Episode 117: Want…

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197: “But I’m Still Single…” Why You Need To STOP Using Your Marital Status as an Excuse to Play Small in 2024 with Bonnie Jean Schaefer 41:55

10M ago41:55

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Well, hello! Today, I’m sharing a conversation I had with my friend, Bonnie Jean Schaefer. Bonnie shares her testimony and experience as a single Christian woman, what it looks like to live differently in a world that is constantly trying to tell you who you are or should be, and how to shift your mindset from feeling unworthy to being significant,…

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Colin Graham 54:24

10M ago54:24

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Send us a text Our two hosts continue their quest to find out what joy means in the workplace and how to create it. This month we interviewed Colin Graham. Colin has many years of experience working in various engineering roles. He takes us through engineering joy from possibly a more technical lens. Thanks for listening.…

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