Forward With Joe Pomeroy: Recent Episodes
Joe Pomeroy
Discover core principles and the right way to apply them so you can excel in both your business and with your family. If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, parent, husband or wife, then you know the challenge of working to succeed in business while somehow trying to have a strong family. Has it ever felt like business is easier than family? Or that marriage and parenting require a whole new skill set than what you know and excel at in business? Joe helps by connecting you with online business owners, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to get deep and personal in their stories of struggle and triumph - both in business and in their homes. Discover how to bridge the gap between what you know about business and what you wish you knew about being a better parent or spouse. Learn core principles and how to implement them in each aspect of your day to day life so you can leap forward in your business, your marriage, your faith, and as a parent. Get started today and move Forward with Joe Pomeroy.
Don't let overwhelm drown your passion.
Dive into this exciting episode with award-winning professor and business coach, Dr. Christiane Schroeter.
Get set to learn about her innovative 'petite practice,' designed to help entrepreneurs discover their superpowers and steer clear of burnout.
All it takes is a different perspective, small tweaks, and a dose of resilience. Tune in, your superpower awaits!
Key Points
- The risk of burnout is high for entrepreneurs and family builders. By tapping into your unique talents (your "superpower"), you can avoid burnout.
- Spending time reflecting on your passion and aligning it with your daily actions can help you avoid feeling "stuck."
- Christiane's proprietary method, Petite Practice, encourages small, consistent efforts towards progress and integrates creativity with profitability.
- Moms often face unique challenges, including feeling overwhelmed by never-ending household tasks. Christiane suggests re-framing these tasks as symbols of abundance and intentionally pausing to celebrate small wins.
- The importance of taking intentional pauses and breaks in your day was thoroughly discussed.
- Listeners are encouraged to take a free online “superpower” quiz to discover their unique talents.
FREE Superpower Quiz:
https://forwardwithjoe.com/superpower-quiz
David Lee Martin is a writer, poet, and dynamic entrepreneur whose transformative journey began at the age of 19.
Once lost in a world of substance abuse and spiritual confusion, a life-altering encounter with Jesus turned his life around, igniting a passion for faith and creativity.
Now, with nearly 30 years of experience, David encourages others to harness their creativity and grace, bringing hope and inspiration to a world in desperate need.
David shares his story of realigning his priorities, simplifying his business ventures, and focusing on his passion for writing.
As a result, he has published short books on Kindle, selling at 99cents each and generated nearly 2 million in royalties.
Some key takeaways from David's journey:
- It is important to know the difference between a job and a business.
- We need to build a business that works for us rather than a business we work for.
- Inviting God into our business partnerships is critical.
- We need to align ourselves with our "one or a few things" and not pursue numerous ventures.
- It's crucial to keep the conversation going with God and keep updating our goals and aspirations.
- It is not about trying to be someone you're not, but rather, drawing your heart back into a relationship with the Lord and being enough.
- David offers a free gift: Made to Be a Maker, focusing on identity and creative capacity
Links:
- Access your FREE Gift: Made to Be a Maker https://faithfulcreatives.com/maker
Feeling unheard at home? Try this simple shift to improve conversations and increase connection. #quicktips
In this thought-provoking episode, dive with us into the exploration of an often uncharted territory: helping your children find their identity in Jesus Christ. Gain practical tips that can be applied immediately. Hear a father's honest confession of his struggles with faith and how they influenced his parenting.
Connection: The Deep Desire We All Share - Explore the human need for connection and its deeper implications in this episode. Is it at the root of our deepest wants and needs? Listen in as Joe tackles this idea with a tale of his intriguing encounter with AI. He distills the essence of his conversation with it into a powerful insight that may just change your perspective on how we connect and pursue happiness.
Warning: This episode has the potential to take you on a transformative journey.
Lean in as Joe shares wisdom from three of his mentors. Explore Ray Edwards' mantra that ‘victory is already won', unravel Tom Schwab's conviction about the clarity found in difficult conversations, and examine Aaron Walker's advocacy for unplugging from distractions to achieve true presence. Tune in to delve into these nuggets of wisdom and be inspired."
Tune into this episode to hear Joe's personal journey from escalating a misunderstanding to forging stronger relationships. Listen to his story about a phone call with his wife that took an unexpected turn, and the AAA strategy he devises to transform potential confrontations into meaningful connections.
Becoming a Better Listener and More Present Family Member Constantly find yourself distracted during family time? In this episode, we delve into practical strategies that promise to reboot your family interactions. Listen as we illustrate the power of eye contact, the magic of a trigger phrase, the effectiveness of scheduling, and handling your phone like a pro - all to ensure that your family feels valued. Master the art of being present and celebrate stronger family bonds.
Becoming a Better Listener and More Present Family Member Constantly find yourself distracted during family time? In this episode, we delve into practical strategies that promise to reboot your family interactions. Listen as we illustrate the power of eye contact, the magic of a trigger phrase, the effectiveness of scheduling, and handling your phone like a pro - all to ensure that your family feels valued. Master the art of being present and celebrate stronger family bonds.
Ready to see your life differently? In this episode, we delve deep into the roadblocks that could be stopping you from achieving the life you deserve. You'll be guided through personal narratives and insightful conversations, exploring how sometimes the biggest hindrances are the excuses we make. Listen in as we dissect the reasons why people tend to cling to excuses, offering unusual but effective strategies on how to shatter these blocks, leaving you on a clearer path to success. A must-listen for those looking for that extraordinary motivating push!
Frustrated at work? Can't find the solution to that annoying issue despite hours of relentless focus? In this episode, we reveal that the solution to your work woes may not lie in doing more, but in doing less. Joe uses real life anecdotes to illustrate how stepping away and spending time with family or in play can lead to unexpected breakthroughs. Discover a fresh perspective towards work and play that might just revolutionize your work life balance.
Does prayer really solve everything, or is there more to it? Dive into an engaging discussion about faith, vision, and personal growth in this thought-provoking episode. Listen closely as we examine a seemingly ordinary tale of a flood and question the concept of waiting for expected solutions to problems.
The Breaking Point: When and How to Seek Support. Why wait till we feel like our marriages or family relationships are hanging on by a thread before we admit we're struggling? Delve into personal stories and life-changing experiences that show why early intervention can transform relationships from simply “fine” to truly “exceptional”.
In this stirring episode, we talk about one's journey towards self-improvement against societal norms and expectations. We delve into the delicate issue of dealing with naysayers and their impact on our personal growth. Discover how to handle criticisms that could potentially hinder your progress and learn how to turn hurtful encounters into fuel for your transformation.
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOPebKtbt1I&t=7s
On this episode, we're tackling one of the most challenging parts of parenting - the dreaded bedtime routine. Sharing tips that go well beyond 'counting sheep', Joe discusses why consistency is key in a night-time routine and how changing simple things like room temperature can determine how quickly your child falls asleep. Plus, hear more about the effects of screen time on sleep and learn the unexpected psychological benefits of a clutter-free bedroom. Turn chaos into calm and transform your family’s bedtime experience, so you can wake up refreshed and revitalized the next morning.
In this episode, we delve into transforming everyday communication for couples into a spice that revs up your marriage. We'll also lighten the mood with an amusing story about how budgeting can lead to unexpected sparks in the bedroom! Are you ready to add that extra zest to your marriage?
Building Family Masterpieces - Lego Style: An unmissable episode for all parents looking to strengthen their family ties, as Joe shares wisdom inspired by an unusual source: Lego Masters. You will learn communication mistakes parents commonly make and how to fix them, and reveal insightful techniques for overcoming destructive narratives in your child's life. In this episode, we explore how the painstaking art of Lego construction relates to building intentional and meaningful bonds within your family.
From Despair to Hope: An Unfiltered Look at Emotional Exhaustion- This episode strips away pretension to expose real despair, exhaustion, and frustration that everyone experiences but rarely shares. Join as we explore the critical importance of showing up every day - for our families, our businesses and, most importantly, for ourselves!
Can focusing on our own needs and choices actually foster deeper connections with those who matter most, particularly in marriage? In this episode, we flip the script on self-centeredness, arguing its potential as a tool for helping your marriage. Dive in, and discover a novel approach that could harmonize and invigorate your relationships from within.
Fostering Future Entrepreneurs: In this episode, we explore the remarkable world of creativity and entrepreneurship in children. You'll discover unique ways to nurture your child's curiosity, and learn how guiding their interests towards a purposeful business can teach them life-changing skills such as problem-solving, creativity, decision-making, and financial literacy. Tune in as we reveal the five key steps towards creating a young, successful entrepreneur.
Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_HHfIcN7Pc&t=69s
Master the Art of Letting Go: In this episode, Joe will outline how to foster understanding and growth within your marriage through improved communication. He will guide you on how to handle ‘unscheduled offenses,’ create a healthy cycle of communication, and truly let go of issues that should be left in the past! No room for old sitcom-style solutions here, we're all about real-life resolutions for long-term, happy relationships.
For more tips on how to strengthen your marriage, check out this video!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEAibt9ZPOM&t=1s
In this episode, we explore why a staggering 67% of Americans feel their lives haven’t turned out as they had envisioned. From the weight of other people’s narratives to the power of repetition bias, we discuss how society chips away at personal fulfillment and happiness. By discussing new strategies to re-write your life story, emerge from the shadow of others' expectations and regain control of your happiness.
Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1-wV1E0nwg
In this eye-opening episode, we deal with the topic of comparison among kids, but with a fresh perspective. We'll take you on an enlightening journey, helping you understand how to nurture their desire to succeed by comparing to their previous selves, not others. Get ready, this paradigm shift might be the key to stripping your kids of unwanted labels and lead them toward becoming authors of their own future.
Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSz2nf4g2N8
In this episode, Joe digs into the nitty-gritty of maintaining long-term relationships, exploring the power of dating your spouse. Uncover how a simple activity like going on dates with your spouse can lead to lower divorce rates, improve conflict resolution, and increase emotional connection. If you're in a relationship, you simply cannot miss the valuable insights this episode offers. Listen in and find out how to transform your relationship, one date at a time.
Questions to ask your spouse on your date:
1. What do you want from dating each other?
2. How does what you want fit with the overall goals for your family?
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qjhv_aPGLw&t=46s
Darker days might make you feel like you're falling short, but they also offer opportunities for growth. This episode will help you dive deep into self-exploration and self-improvement. We'll share practical methods that can turn your anxieties into strengths, helping you realize that you ARE enough. On this journey, we’ll shed light on the power of conversations with God, the vitality of movement, and how to tame those mental tigers that drive into despair.
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qjhv_aPGLw&t=33s
Ever found yourself caught in a cycle of increasing disconnection and decreasing intimacy in your marriage? Forget everything you think you know about boosting your love life. Listen to this episode to find three simple, actionable steps that promise more frequent, better sex - and the secret is NOT just about sex!
Links mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qjhv_aPGLw&t=26s
Recognizing your Child's Hidden Struggles: In this video, Joe delves into the subtle signs that might be signaling that your child is facing challenges you're unaware of. Discover the three key indicators that your child may be silently suffering, and learn how to compassionately respond in a way that opens channels of communication & creates trust. You'll also gain insightful tips on how you can apply these same steps to improve your life.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qjhv_aPGLw&t=24s
Are you tired of the constant guilt and self-doubt that stems from feeling like a hypocrite? In today's deep-dive, Joe takes you through the maze of our own inconsistent behaviors and how they lead us to label ourselves with disruptive qualifiers like 'hypocrite', 'bad parent', or 'selfish spouse'. Discover how to rewrite the narrative of your life with a simple 3-step strategy in your journey towards self-improvement and maintaining healthier relationships.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qjhv_aPGLw&t=1s
Redefining Financial Values for Better Family Life" - Does money run your family life? Whether you're living paycheck to paycheck or you're comfortably padded, our attitude towards money can impact our relationships at home. In this episode, we discuss how to stop letting financial stress ruin your family dynamics by reorienting the way you perceive money. Get ready for a life-changing perspective.
Achieving the Best Work-Life Balance: A Revolutionary Framework" - Embark on a journey towards achieving the best work-life balance with Joe, as he shares his unique 3D framework in this episode. Find how to reprogram your misconceptions and create an intentional plan for your family’s future. Discover, decide, and do - the three new rules of work-life balance.
What do you do when you feel too weak to lead?
What do you do when you know how you're supposed to lead your family, but you're not sure how to get yourself to do it?
Today is a hard day for me. No specific reason. I'm just off... very off.
There are a couple times during the year, when I face fairly strong bouts with depression. Over the years, I've learned tools and ways to manage it. I've learned to look for precursors - things that might be leading into it.
And I've learned to set up safety nets: people to reach out to... meditations to do... foods to stay away from... but sometimes all those things put together are just not enough.
Today is one of those days where I don't really know why... but I just want to stay in bed... and hide... and cry.
Which makes it really weird that I'm doing this right now, because this is very out of alignment for how I feel.
But I will post this for no other reason than maybe there's somebody out there that feels the same way... and would like to know how to get through it.
One of the biggest challenges any leader can face is knowing how to set the right expectations. Too often in the home, our expectations borderline perfection.
Business 101 is that if you close every sale, you're either not charging enough or you haven't talked to enough people yet.
Consider record holding athletes such as Michael Jordan. He has hit more game-winning buzzer beaters than anyone else in the history of the NBA.
But he only made 45% - less than half - of the game-winning buzzer beaters he took.
Jim Thome holds the Major League Baseball record for the most walk-off home runs. Thome had 13 walk-off home runs in his career.
Now compare that number 13 to over 2,500 games he played in during his career.
The examples go on, but more important is your answer to these next two questions.
First, why do you set yourself up to fail at leading your family by creating unrealistic expectations?
And second, how do you manage expectations as a leader in your home?
I'm going to answer both of those with you. But first, let me share a story.
When you strive to improve as a leader in your home, you will face challenges that make you feel like you are not progressing.
The truth is, anyone can lead when things are rosy and everything is going well.
It's how you respond to the storms that will set you apart.
There's one mantra that has saved many of my work relationships with clients, colleagues, and employees.
And it's also done a lot to help save relationships with my family.
What if you could see decades into the future of how the choices you make now would impact your family?
Specifically your choices on how you lead your family… would you be scared to find out?
There may be some in your business or at your job that think you're a natural born leader.
The way you lead teams… the way you lead projects... the way you lead clients… may feel automatic and natural.
And yet when it comes to being a leader in your home... how often does that feel awkward and unnatural? How often does leading your family feel more difficult?
And how many times do you wonder if it would be easier to step back and allow your spouse to take care of leading the home?
Attempting to passively lead your family will cause you to lose your family.
Here’s how I know…
Working from home is often considered a dream opportunity... until reality sets in.
What do you do when screaming kids, innocent interruptions, household noise, and other distractions keep you from getting your work done, and are taking your business and family life out of balance?
That's what we'll be discussing today... How to make working from home the ideal situation you once hoped it could be.
We'll get to exactly how we're going to do that. But first, let me share a story with you.
It had been about three months since I started working solely from home, and I could no longer focus.
Every interruption triggered my already existing fears and "what if" questions.
It was almost like I was looking for an outside excuse to fail because then I would have something external to blame. Instead of finding out I just wasn't good enough to succeed in my dream.
But what was my family supposed to do now that I was working from home? Were my little kids supposed to stop laughing and playing?
Could movies and tv only be watched if they were wearing headphones?
Blenders, vacuums, doorbells, closing doors, clinking pans, musical toys, visitors, phone calls, honking horns, and every kind of noise making element around me... did that all have to be banned during work hours?
There's no way.
While my expectations weren't as extreme as what I just mentioned, they were still unrealistic.
And those expectations were hurting my personal relationships and my professional productivity.
So what was I to do?
You’ve heard the phrase “When it rains, it pours.” So how can you stay afloat when you're struck by the perfect storm of stress?
Imagine having a full-time job... a part-time business... doing an accelerated MBA program... with a pregnant wife... during the holiday seasons.
Does something like that sound familiar
I've been there and all I can say is wow.
But it doesn't have to be a slew of major life events all at once to make you feel like stress is bombarding you from every angle.
Sometimes, it could be all the moving parts of a single activity, such as launching a new product. Or it could be as simple as a single step that surprises you during your day and sets you back then leaves you feeling like you're racing to catch up.
Today I'm going to share with you a simple approach to defeating a multi-sided stress attack. Let me explain.
One of the most commonly mentioned challenges with living balanced is the challenge of time management.
During my journey, I had the hardest time believing psychology experts that said positive change, like improving my time management, could be as easy as doing what I'm going to share with you today.
But first, I need to share a story that I really didn't want to share.
American novelist Mary O'Connor reminds us why the bee is praised, but the mosquito swatted. Discover how to make sure the work you do brings you closer to your dream, instead of being slapped down by failure.
029 Are you making your life more difficult by filling it with comparisons and expectations?
Imagine being flown out to photograph Muhammed Ali’s 70th birthday party… as well as photographing US Presidents, Super Bowls, and World Series… and still feeling like you deserve the nickname ‘second fiddle.’
Author and Mastermind Coach Vincent Pugliese was in a flashy career rubbing elbows with top influencers and athletes, yet found himself running on empty.
Hear how remembering a lesson from his 20th birthday… and an obnoxious drunk… gave him the courage to walk away from his bread and butter to start a new career focused on impact.
Tune in to learn…
- What discovery Vincent had the day he turned 20 and why it needs to be your new mantra
- How a healthy entrepreneur includes these 3 phases to stay at the top of his/her game.
- Why the last thing you need is another person saying you’re doing fine… and who you need instead
Check it out at forwardwithjoe.com/itunes, or search Forward with Joe Pomeroy on Spotify, iHeartRadio, or your favorite podcast platform.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/vincent
Thank you for listening and please share the link.
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Joe
028 What if it was your multi-million dollar idea that you were building… but you didn’t own it yet?
And what if the people that did own it… what if they fired you and your spouse at the same time without notice?
What do you do? What comes next?
Paul and Kelsey Tompkins thought they had found a dream adventure. After a year building of building a company from the ground up… they were fired… same day… same time.
With nothing to fall back on but their network, they were forced to start over from scratch.
Tune in to discover…
- How being an entrepreneur can still mean having a job and not a business.
- When being comfortable can be a curse… and how it may require intense discomfort to jumpstart your real destiny.
- Why your ten-year vision means nothing without this.
- How to create boundaries between your personal and professional lives
Paul and Kelsey provide tips you can apply today to help strengthen your marriage and create more balance in your working relationship.
Thank you for listening!
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/flippinexperts
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Joe
027 - Teachers called him dumb. Students voted him most likely to fail. And yet he persisted.
What took Shawn Harper from the back of the class to become a player in the NFL? What drove him to additional success as a speaker and author after living his football dream
And what can his paradigm shift do for your journey?
Whether your challenges are internal or external, Shawn provides stories from his life and career that will teach you how to become the winner you are meant to be.
Tune in to discover…
- The difference between success and winning… and why you shouldn’t worry about success.
- How you’ve been programmed from an early age to accept a mediocre life… and what you must do to rewrite that program and win big.
- The #1 thing every true winner does… you’ll be amazed at how simple this step can be.
Check out the episode today and share the link with anyone you believe needs to win.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/shawnharper
Thank you for listening!
Always Forward,
Joe
026 - You will often hear what you should do, today hear HOW to do it.
Neil Dylan Young’s job in Dubai was causing him panic attacks. His body screamed at him to follow his heart. But that’s a big ask when you have a family to provide for.
Hear Neil’s story as he attended 22 Tony Robbins events in 22 consecutive months to grab hold of the exact practices he needed to pursue his purpose.
You’ll get a real dose of putting those principles into action as Neil makes me step to the plate and create my own intentions during the show.
Neil’s story and step by step instructions can inspire the change you’re looking for today.
So check it out on Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, and all podcast platforms.
Thank you for listening and please share the link.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/neildylanyoung
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Joe
025 - Imagine finding out you will be supervising your new bride just ten feet from your corporate desk. How quickly could that end the honeymoon?
We hear words like balance and boundaries, but implementing those traits in your life can be one of the most difficult things to do.
Enter Alex Sanfilippo. Entrepreneur, business executive, and podcast host - Alex tells a real-life story of trial and error to help you learn bits of gold on creating a thriving marriage when both of you have entrepreneurial ambitions.
Discover…
- One tool... already on your phone... that creates balance between personal and professional responsibilities
- What everyone that’s stuck in a job they hate is waiting for (and no, it’s not the lottery but even harder to get)
- How unexpected challenges provided the perfect trial run for today’s success
It may be Alex’s story, but every turn holds principles you can apply to your life today.
Thank you for listening and please share the link.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/Alex
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Joe
024 - The most inspirational live music I’ve ever heard was performed by Tennessee talent Chad Jeffers.
He has shared his gift on tour with country music stars Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, and Kenny Loggins. And now he shares his message of hope and resilience on this week’s podcast episode.
Chad talks about how his band was dropped from a major recording label, and in that moment of rejection he took action that led to becoming “the guy” major country stars needed in their group for major touring events.
How can you turn challenges into opportunities that will fuel your future? Listen to find your answers.
Thank you for listening and please share the link.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/chadjeffers
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Joe
023 - Jason Borowicz starts his story as a 9th grade English teacher on the chopping block.
Hear how the right advice, the right focus, and the right dedication turned his career in education around and eventually led to international consulting at some of the highest levels.
Jason shares insights on communication, alignment, marriage, business, creative tension, conflict, and really any other practice that society needs to hear today.
Listen to his experiences in this week’s episode and leap ahead in your journey.
Thank you for listening and please share the link - thank you for your support.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/jasonb
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Joe
022 - You fought hard to get out of or through the obstacle… now what?
April Tribe Giauque - author, speaker, educator - follows up last week’s epic story of escaping abuse with this week’s triumph on what comes next.
- How do you go from survivor to victor?
- How do you find the strength to let go of a past determined to hold you back?
- How do you grow into the best version of yourself?
April shares more of the lessons she learned in this week’s episode.
Thank you for listening and please share the link.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/AprilTG2
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Joe
021 - You have 8 minutes to pack. 8 minutes to escape every abuse imaginable. 8 minutes to rescue your children. 8 minutes to change the direction of your life.
8 minutes to avoid being the next tragic headline on the 5 o’clock news.
What do you do?
Author, speaker, and survivor April Giauque (like “Juke”) shares her journey to becoming a victim with no voice to a victor who uses her voice to spread light and hope.
You don’t have to be in her shoes or walk the same journey to find power and truth in the principles that drove her journey.
You just need to listen and learn, as I did, from this soul-piercing conversation.
Tune in to discover…
- Why you can never run from your past.
- The right questions to ask before entering into a partnership of any kind.
- How to slay the shadows that haunt you once and for all.
- What it means to truly support someone in their journey.
- And so much more.
Thank you for listening and please share the link today.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/AprilTG
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Joe
020 - Are you confused or frustrated by the path you’re on? Do you feel like you’re trying to move in the right direction but not getting the results you want?
Mark Delaney, speaker and mentor, shares tools you can apply today to carve out two essential elements to finding peace in the chaos.
Discover:
- What to do before you buy one more book or take one more course.
- Why your best advisor is not the famous guru you follow.
- How to set the foundation for lasting success in your life.
Thank you for listening! And please share the link - thank you for your support.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/markdelaney
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Joe
019 - I was choosing to struggle financially because I thought it was the safer choice.
Somewhere in my journey, I created a false belief that if I didn’t struggle financially, I was guaranteed to struggle within my family.
We all create stories from our experiences. Is your success being hindered by some false story from your past?
This week’s episode is a quick listen on a very important topic. Discover how to rewrite a faulty idea to break through your barriers to success.
Thank you for listening! Remember, if you enjoy the episode please share the link - thank you for your support.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/choose-AND
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Joe
018 - When was the last time someone gave you the middle finger?
Did it turn into a life-changing moment of introspection? Me neither.
But that’s exactly what happened when Professor Michael Hudson was chair of the entrepreneurship program at an Ivy League school.
A student came to him pleading for help.
But Michael turned him away to schedule an appointment with his secretary. An appointment that was seven days out.
The student turned back into the office and said, “I thought you were supposed to be here for us.” Then he flipped Michael off and walked away.
This became a major turning point for Prof. Hudson as he set off to uncover:
- Why was he so desperate for awards and accolades?
- How could experiences of his past guide the direction of his future?
- When would he finally be satisfied with the work he was doing?
Discover your own answers to these questions and more in this week’s episode.
Thank you for listening! Remember, if you enjoy the episode please share the link - thank you for your support.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/hudson
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Joe
#017 - If you call yourself a legend, chances are you’re not. Legendary is a title bestowed to us by others through the actions we take, the service we render, and the lives we change.
Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Selling Author, Tommy Breedlove, shares his story of achieving the pinnacle of success in two completely different methods.
The first approach left him half-naked in a ditch.
The second method has him living a life of real joy and stellar success in all aspects of his life.
Save yourself the heartache, pain, and self-destruction by learning Tommy’s simple playbook for building and living a legendary life.
Thank you for listening! Remember, if you enjoy the episode please share the link - thank you for your support.
For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/Breedlove
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Joe
#016 - A life of failure. That’s how Dr. Fred Jones describes his journey.
He failed in his marriage. He failed the Bar exam 7 times before passing. He failed in the ministry. So what could you possible learn from someone who has failed so regularly in his life?
More than I have the ability to express.
Dr. Jones speaks deep to the heart of those of us who have been or are broken. And as he says, “We have all been broken.”
- Learn about true resilience.
- Discover how to fully accept your failures so you can love yourself and, in turn, love others.
- Find out what it takes to see others as individuals to serve, rather than objects to exploit.
I promise you, if you can learn those three things, you will succeed. Fred is a case study that proves it. You need to hear this again and again.
Always Forward,
Joe
PS - Thank you for listening! Remember, if you enjoy the episode please share the link - thank you for your support.
PPS - For links to resources and to download the episode transcription, visit https://forwardwithjoe.com/DrFredJones
015 Are you held back by family expectations or a deep-rooted legacy?
Helena Escalante - marketing strategy expert, certified copywriter, and keynote speaker - shares how holding on to certain assumptions were preventing her from building a business she truly wanted.
Through difficult conversations, powerful pivots, and the vision to see what was on the horizon, Helena shares how she discovered her identity and the success that followed as a result.
Let go of your assumptions and get ready to learn how to identify and maximize your current skillset.
Tune in to discover…
- What hidden expectations were preventing Helena from optimizing the direction of her business… and how you may be doing the same thing.
- Why a difficult conversation erased assumptions and set Helena’s business free… and why you need to have that same conversation if you ever want your business to soar.
- How a eureka moment of clarity allowed Helena to maximize her skillset and connect with customers in a whole new light… and how you can increase your influence and income with that same clarity.
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014 - No matter what you want to improve in your life it all starts in the same place
Leslie Nafus is an entrepreneur, professional copywriter, author, speaker, wife, and mom. And she has opened pandora’s box into some of her most difficult experiences… so you can skip the mess and go straight to success.
Preview powerful insights today, ahead of her book release, into how you can renew your mind to transform your life.
Tune in to discover…
- Why success for Leslie looked glamorous on the outside but did not match what was happening on the inside… and how she set about to fix that.
- What mistakes Leslie made that bottlenecked her business and took her to a breaking point… and how you can avoid those mistakes in your business.
- Humans act on a rational basis, right? Wrong. Learn the real reason behind the decisions you make and what rational thought does for most people.
- The painful realization Leslie had (and had to overcome) that set the stage for her success… and how you can apply that discovery to propel your business and marriage forward.
- The secret to entrepreneurial life Leslie learned and reveals… so you can save yourself years of grief and heartache.
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Joe
013 - From a Financial Analyst at a commercial bank to a Park Ranger of a National Forest, and then to podcast partner with Lee Cockerell of Disney Mega-Fame... Jody Maberry has quite the story to tell.
But more than just an interesting story are the lessons Jody learned as he became intentional in writing his story and living the life he wanted.
Those same lessons will bring power and opportunity to your life.
Tune in to discover…
- How much time Jody invested into transitioning to a career with purpose… and would you be willing to do the same?
- What hundreds of people have said to Jody when they hear he was a Park Ranger, and how it directly applies to what you should do next.
- Why this perfect example could change your teenager’s life and have them looking to you as their hero, rather than the latest social media influencer or movie star.
- And much more...
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012 - Some people clearly lead a charmed life.
By all outward appearances, Business Attorney Brint Hiatt was one of those people.
So why wasn’t he happy?
Why was Brint losing himself in work, short-tempered at home, and hating what he saw in the mirror?
And what lightning-strike discovery did he have that turned his world upside down and put him on track to living his best life?
Find your path to being a better spouse, parent, and business owner as you hear Brint’s journey.
Tune in to discover…
- This realization took Brint from running on empty and put him on the path to a fulfilling life… and why the longer you wait, the harder your path will be.
- What your life experiences have prepared you for, and how every challenge will make the next step easier.
- 3 things to do on a daily basis that will reimagine your life and create one opportunity after the other for you.
- Why you should expect to work every day for the rest of your life… and how, when done right, will leave a lasting legacy.
- How being right is stifling your business and what you should do to make the most out of every mistake.
- And much more...
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011 - Facing challenges outside our control is part of life.
Imagine owning a travel agency and facing a worldwide pandemic that has closed borders and brought travel to a near screeching halt.
From booming business to worldwide travel bans, entrepreneur Victoria Hardison-Sterry doesn’t need to imagine what that would feel like. She’s living it.
As a former Disney Director, Victoria had the backing of a large corporation during previous challenges such as September 11 or the crash of 2008.
But now, just 2 years into her travel agency, she finds herself navigating troubled waters alone.
Learn how Victoria is not only staying afloat but increasing her influence and building her business. Even when every rational reason says she should be failing.
Tune in to discover…
- How you must treat every client interaction... especially in the digital age.
- Disney tells employees to “Cross the River of Trust.” but what does that mean for you?
- How to create loyal, raving fans even as business hits a brick wall you can’t control.
- Who do you think you are to follow your dreams? Victoria tells you exactly how to answer that question.
- The critical way to measure business success beyond financial outcomes
- Knowing your “why” doesn’t bring you a paycheck. But it will do this.
- How to keep moving forward every day, regardless of what’s happening around you
- The right way to be an advocate for your clients and your family
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010 - People are waiting to hear your message.
There’s something unique about your story, your voice, or the way you serve in your business. Even if you don’t see it, others will.
So how can you connect with those that are looking for you? How can you do it in a way that will have a massive impact?
Video.
Lee Bradshaw, founder of Simple Video School, specializes in taking the technology in your pocket - your phone- and turning them into professional and personalized videos that will have your audience
- Knowing, liking, and trusting you faster
- Feeling connected to you as their go-to guru
- Ready to do business with you in just a few communications
- And consuming your content more often.
Tune in to discover those answers AND…
- What it means to “be an island” and why that is the most dangerous threat to an entrepreneur
- How can you best develop connections during this time of social distancing
- Why is video safer and more powerful than regular email or written messages
- What you must do to prevent your life experiences from going to waste
- 3 powerful traits Lee looks for in his group of trusted advisors, and why you should do the same.
- What does FUD stand for and how can you do away with it?
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009 - Money is not that complicated. We make it complicated. We make it about right and wrong. About one method versus another.
What if you could simplify everything in your personal (and even your business) finances to one simple question.
The answer to that question could magnify your financial success and set you on a righteous road to riches… or it could make it terribly clear why you’re struggling to make ends meet.
Stop fighting with your spouse over finances.
Stop stressing when the bills come in.
Instead, listen to what Financial Planner Curt Stowers says can make all the difference.
Do you want money to…
- Start a business
- Pursue a hobby
- Buy a franchise
- Retire early
- Retire in style
- Give more to your church or favorite charity
Whatever your goal, Curt’s insight can make a difference for you today.
So tune in to discover…
- How the perfect corporate life led to being sold like a piece of old furniture.
- Why your past is exactly what it needed to be for you to become who you want to be
- The perfect path for living your perfect life… and it might not be what you think
- Why Curt thinks if you (like too many in the world) have this certain belief, then you are naive.
- Why waiting for your magic moment is killing your dream.
- How lifestyle creep impacts every area of your journey… and what you need to do if you want to right your course.
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008 - Life is not about control. It’s about choice.
Imagine sitting at the airport waiting for one of the 140 flights you’ll take that year. You look up to see an old man. His eyes are sunken with exhaustion. His back is bowed by the weight of miles to go before he sleeps.
As he shuffles past, you see his work title on a brochure poking out of his worn leather briefcase. It’s the same title as yours.
Is that the future you want to choose?
Gregory Gray, author of Business Owner Freedom, faced that moment... and he chose a new path.
It meant letting go of clients, facing uncertainty, and starting from scratch.
But he put his skills and commitment to use… just like you can.
And now Gregory enjoys the lifestyle he set out to claim after that day in the airpor
And you can learn how to make that same choice
Tune in to discover…
- Where you must start regardless of the challenges you are facing.
- The first step in transitioning to the life you want is as simple as writing a letter.
- Success can cause you to lose yourself unless you do this today.
- Tangible results that come from pouring into your family relationships.
- Family members (and coworkers) process facts differently. Be prepared to communicate to the needs of the individual.
- These 3 stages are essential to claiming the success and lifestyle you’ve always wanted.
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007 - Meeting new people is not the easiest thing for many.
It can be awkward.
Brian K McRae, leader of a Top 1% loan originator team in the Nation and Founder of Mastermind St Louis, shares what is waiting for us on the other side of awkward.
Brian is a good friend and I wish I could summarize for you exactly how much value is available through that relationship. But I can’t.
And instead of trying to get this copy perfect so you’ll listen to the powerful and insanely relevant messages… I’m just going to leave it at this.
If you want to know how to get through the current stressors of your life, then I can’t think of a better place to start.
Tune in to discover…
- An embarrassing beginning that fits the message perfectly
- The most important skill that transcends every other skill - especially with COVID 19 impacting the world
- Virtual events are just as good as live events, right? Wrong. What happened when the Coronavirus turned a large live event into an online connection… and how Brian leaned in to the challenge
- Why social distancing is deadly, and the right way to create safety and connection
- This 3 step cycle lays the foundation for all learning. With it, you can become the go to expert. Without it, you’ll fade into the background.
- Why being asked to lead your family in new ways during changing times can create more awkward moments
- Do you crave the security of the corporate job but want the freedom of the entrepreneur lifestyle? Brian shows how he’s created the best of both worlds and how you can too.
- Use this proven method to increase sales by 37%.
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006 - Being an entrepreneur can be lonely. Especially if your spouse has zero interest in backing your dream.
Should you go against your spouse?
Should you travel that path on your own?
Does it make a difference who’s on board as long as you have enough belief?
Jordan Hoopingarner, sales funnel and marketing master, learned the best time to get support from his spouse… and it made all the difference in building his business
The best part is… this works with clients, customers, coworkers - you name it
No more lonely trails. No more fighting for what you want… or worse, abandoning your passion.
Jordan shares what he did to solve this problem and more.
Tune in to discover…
- The 3 Keys that helped Jordan reach his childhood dream… and they’ll help you do the same.
- What you must do to achieve your goals… and how skipping these steps will leave you with heartache and wo.
- If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, right? Wrong! Why standing still in any business will lead to total failure.
- Better than surveys or guesswork. This one choice can give the answer you need to launch a business you know you’ll love.
- The reason why businesses and marriages stick with the status quo… even when they’re miserable. (And how breaking the mold can lead you to excel in both).
- What never to do when communicating with clients or family members (if you ever want them to talk to you again).
- Do you feel complete peace in the midst of business struggles? If not, Jordan shares his secret to his most difficult battle.
- The reason why you run out of clients. And one simple trick to keep your calendar full all year long.
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Joe
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005 - They were 24 hours removed from a fight. They didn’t have the answers. They hadn’t fully moved on. So...
Instead of making excuses… Instead of canceling… Tami and Lon Hyatt show us what courage and commitment look like as they lean into their challenge for everyone’s benefit.
Do you have the courage to show up? Are you fully committed? What does it take to do it day after day -- no matter what.
Get ready for a raw conversation with this power couple as they set the standard every entrepreneur needs in order to hit lasting success.
Tune in to discover…
- What suppressing your creativity can do to relationships
- What matters most when conflict shows up
- The nasty secret married couples should stop hiding from their kids
- A powerful tool to reconnect faster
- What your marriage and business needs to survive turbulent times
- Why Lon got called a liar, and how he responded
- What’s at the heart of being an entrepreneur
- How to get the results you really desire
- The real reason you must get your content in front of others... now
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Joe
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004 - From driving 50,000 miles per year to speaking with worldwide audiences from his home office - Tom Schwab reveals the secrets behind his journey to become the King of his category.
Tom began in the nuclear division of the US Navy but found being an entrepreneur could be far more dangerous.
Learn how he handled closed doors and broken roads on his journey to living a life he truly loves - as a business leader, a husband, and a father.
Tune in to discover…
- What Tom risked while putting 50,000 miles on his car each year.
- Two major paradigm shifts for the working parent.
- Why second and third generations won’t carry on the family business.
- Why work/life balance is outdated… and what to do instead.
- This key element of market analysis can do wonders for your family.
- Why relying on “hacks” is ruining your future.
- When clarity can kill your dream.
- This must have trait to live your best life.
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003 - Life happens at breakneck speed. Our fast food society tells us to fear slowing down… that to slow down causes missed opportunities... or means getting left behind.
Erica Ryal and her husband, former Major League Baseball player, Rusty Ryal share how slowing down set them on a course for high success.
That doesn’t mean it’s time to kick off your shoes and binge watch Disney’s Mandalorian. There is purpose behind slowing down the right way… and Erica and Rusty share that secret in this latest episode.
Tune in to discover...
- How to maximize the return on your hourly investment.
- What to do when your career path throws you a curve ball.
- How to balance being aware of home life while focusing at work.
- What to do when discovering your voice… and how to keep it.
- How to use “time away” to clarify your direction
- How finding patterns propels you forward
- Why systems are more important than discipline
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002 - What binds us together in business and in our families?
Ray Edwards, master copywriter and communicator, shares how keeping his disease a secret was hurting his most valuable relationship… and how the truth set his business free and launched him to new heights.
You and I must understand there are connections between business and our personal lives. Those connections can drive us to success or derail our best efforts.
Ray shares his story of professional hurdles and personal barricades. He shares how breaking free in one area propelled his success in others.
From hard advice no one wants to hear, to a life perspective everyone should have… Ray shares powerful lessons worth listening to over and over.
Tune in to discover…
- A recipe for misery Ray learned the hard way to avoid.
- What challenged Ray to change the nature of his relationships with people.
- Who’s responsible for your happiness.
- Why relying on your spouse can actually weaken your relationship.
- Why you’re a burden on your business and family when you don’t put yourself first.
- The language of a victim.
- The devastating damage of comparison.
- The difference between pain and suffering… and how you can use the right one to your advantage.
- Why real communication has nothing to do with what you say
- How to eliminate all fear in any relationship.
- The key principle that Ray sees in every aspect of his personal and professional life.
- And much more...
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001 - Welcome! This podcast helps you apply principles of success in all areas of your life. Be it in business, marriage, parenting, or day to day living.
We will move forward together, by learning from industry leaders, online business owners, entrepreneurs, husbands, wives, and parents from all walks of life.
Because, regardless of our backgrounds, we have one thing in common… the desire to overcome obstacles and turn them into triumphs.
Tune in to discover…
- Who this podcast is for... and why you fit that group perfectly.
- What Rocky Balboa said that linked business and family forever in my mind
- The catalyst for change in my marriage that left me bleeding.
- An easy secret to begin healing your relationships today.
If you'd like the links and full show notes for this episode head to:
https://www.forwardwithjoe.com/episode1
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Joe