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29. Empowering Christian Women: Stephanie Brown on Faith-Driven Career Success

Hi friend!
 
In this episode, I'm thrilled to introduce Stephanie Brown, a seasoned Certified Master Christian Life Coach, DISC Behavioral Analyst Consultant, and International Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, Trainer, and Coach. Stephanie shares her powerful journey and mission to help high achieving Christian women navigate corporate environments that may not align with their faith.
We explore strategies for overcoming self-doubt and resisting intimidation, embracing change as an opportunity, and leading authentically without compromising one's values. Stephanie also provides actionable insights and anecdotal examples, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, mindset shifts, and building support networks. Don't miss out on this uplifting conversation that is sure to inspire and empower you to thrive in your career while honoring your faith.
 
00:49 Stephanie's Background and Mission
02:03 Navigating Career Shifts and Mindset
05:29 Embracing Change and Overcoming Fear
09:22 Strategies for Self-Awareness and Growth
12:22 Building Support Networks and Godly Assertiveness
16:42 Overcoming Barriers to Change
20:44 Transforming Career Trajectories
26:26 Staying Connected with Stephanie Brown
 
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28 Three Secrets to financial wellness during uncertain times

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In this episode I will share with you how to:✅ Anchor yourself in faith and replace fear with trust in God.✅ Guard your thoughts—because your mindset shapes your financial decisions.✅ Build financial agility so you can adapt and thrive in uncertain times.
I’ll give you three practical steps to create financial flexibility so you’re not caught off guard when life throws curveballs.
💬 Join the conversation: What’s one step you’re taking to stay grounded in faith and finances? DM me on Instagram or reply to this episode!
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Let’s stay rooted in faith and financially strong together!

27 Redeem Your Time: The Key to Financial Independence with Lissa Figgins

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In this episode, I dive deep into the significance of time management on the path to financial freedom. Joined by Lissa Figgins, an untimed management strategist and host of the 'Redeem Her Time' podcast, we explore how Christian women business owners can stop chasing the clock and effectively use their time for greater ROI. Lissa shares her personal journey of overcoming busyness and a 'disordered heart,' stressing the importance of purposeivity over productivity and stewardship over mere time management. Tune in to learn actionable strategies that will help you get your time back and thrive both personally and professionally. Plus, discover exclusive tools and resources from Lissa designed to transform your approach to time.
 
02:40 The Struggles of Time Management
04:58 The Turning Point: Recognizing the Problem
10:29 The Impact of Technology on Time
14:22 Stewardship of Time and Money
16:15 Living Wisely in Difficult Times
16:49 The Parable of the Talents
17:40 Stewardship vs. Management
18:49 Purposeful Investment of Time
22:31 Productivity vs. Purposeivity
24:13 Aligning Time with Purpose
27:45 Practical Tools for Time Management
 
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REDEEM Her Time Masterclass https://redeemhertime.com/masterclass
REDEEM Her Time Planner https://redeemhertime.com/planner
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26 Does Financial Freedom seem too hard? Secrets to living a life of abundance and purpose

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In this episode, we're taking a deep dive into 'Aligned Abundance,' a framework for aligning vision, values, purpose, and goals to create a life of financial freedom and fulfillment. I will walk you through how to identify your core values, understand your true purpose, craft a vivid vision, and set actionable goals. I'll also explain how all these components work together to create a holistic and abundant life journey. Plus, I share a practical exercise to help you align your financial decisions with your personal values. Tune in and let's step into a future of aligned abundance together!
 
01:55 Reflecting on Goals and Vision Boards
03:11 Understanding Aligned Abundance
04:19 Breaking Down Values, Purpose, Vision, and Goals
08:15 Tying It All Together: The Journey Analogy
10:57 Reflect and Take Action
 
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25 Struggling with bookkeeping? Hate to think you may have to pay taxes? Here's help with the bookkeeping basics for entrepreneurs

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In this episode, I call out to all entrepreneurs as we dive into the nitty-gritty of bookkeeping just in time for tax season. Joining me is Erika Millard Freedom a bookkeeping coach who specializes in helping female business owners understand their numbers and make confident decisions. Together, we'll break down the importance of separating personal and business expenses, choosing the right system for bookkeeping, and establishing financial routines. Erika also shares money-saving tips, how to differentiate between CPAs and bookkeepers, and her personal journey into entrepreneurship. Tune in for a comprehensive guide to managing your books efficiently and preparing for financial success!
02:15 Meet Erika Millard: Bookkeeping Coach
03:15 Erika's Journey to Entrepreneurship
08:02 Bookkeeping Basics for Entrepreneurs
13:28 Money-Saving Tips for Entrepreneurs
20:26 Understanding Financial Professionals
25:01 Getting Started with Bookkeeping
 
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podcast:  Get Comfy with Numbers
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24 Achieving Financial Freedom Through Purposeful Goal Setting in 2025

Hello Friend,
Welcome to a brand-new year and another opportunity to live a life of aligned abundance! I’m thrilled to kick off 2025 with you. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal process for intentional living—a key to financial freedom and fulfillment.
✨ Here’s What I Cover in This Episode:
Why January is the perfect time to reset, reflect, and plan.
The power of vision boards in connecting faith, focus, and action.
Using the “Wheel of Life” to set meaningful, holistic goals across key areas like health, finances, relationships, and spirituality.
How I track goals and accomplishments throughout the year to stay aligned with my purpose.
Why financial freedom is about more than money—it’s about creating the life you’re called to live.
For help with goal setting and your financial goals contact me.
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23 Vision Board Secrets: Empower Your Financial Freedom Journey

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In this episode I’m joined by Debbie Sluys, founder of Dare to Declare. We discuss the importance of vision boards as tools for setting and achieving personal and financial goals. Debbie shares her faith-based perspective on vision boarding, dispels common myths, and explains why money shouldn't be the central focus. Additionally, we delve into the transformative potential of vision boards for different aspects of life, including business and personal growth. Tune in to uncover actionable insights and steps to align your financial goals with your life's vision.
 
02:35 Guest Introduction: Debbie Slews
03:59 Debunking Myths About Vision Boards
05:02 Vision Boards as an Act of Worship
11:11 Understanding Universal Laws and Manifestation
13:57 Why Money Doesn't Belong on Vision Boards
17:48 Cherry Picking the Vision Piece
18:18 Reverse Engineering Your Vision
18:50 Manifestation and Vision Boards
20:02 The Importance of Vision in Business
21:36 A Story of Skepticism and Vision
24:50 Holistic Financial Freedom
26:10 Different Applications of Vision Boards
29:44 Connecting with Debbie
 
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22. Ready to take 2025 by storm? Five financial goals I'm setting for 2025

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In this episode I reflect on the successes and lessons learned from 2024. I share insights on improving financial habits and outline five key goals for 2025, including segregating rental property accounts, consistently tracking expenses, creating dedicated accounts for bills and spending, increasing charitable giving, and completing estate planning.I encourage you to reflect on your own financial ambitions for the new year and emphasize that financial freedom is about progress, not perfection. Join me in celebrating victories and setting new habits for continued growth in 2025.
 
01:56 Tribe Talk: Naming Our Community
02:32 Reflecting on 2024: Personal Growth and Lessons
03:08 Financial Goals for 2025: Five Key Changes
08:22 Wrapping Up 2024: Celebrating Victories and Setting Goals
10:02 Final Thoughts and New Year Wishes
 
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21 Mini Money Management Bootcamp - Sick of post Christmas debt? Try this simple holiday money management strategy

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In this episode I discuss being strategic with holiday spending. I share my personal experiences and provide practical tips on how to approach holiday spending with a game plan to avoid post-Christmas debt. I outline two methods for setting a holiday budget: choosing an amount based on affordability and analyzing previous years' spending. I also emphasize the importance of tracking your spending and planning gifts in advance. Additionally, I encourage you to reflect on your past spending habits to better prepare for future financial commitments. The episode concludes with a weekly challenge to analyze spending trends and plan accordingly.
 
01:56 Mini Money Management Bootcamp: Holiday Spending
03:35 Setting a Holiday Budget
04:38 Tracking and Adjusting Your Spending
07:03 Practical Tips for Holiday Spending
10:09 Weekly Step and Conclusion
11:13 Final Thoughts and Farewell

20. Mini Money Management Bootcamp: Tired of financial stress? Hear the game-changer to become a better budget planner!

Hi Friend!
In this episode of Confident Steps to Financial Freedom, I am sharing a straightforward yet impactful budgeting hack designed to keep your finances on track and reduce money-related stress. Discover how saving for annual expenses on a monthly basis can prevent budget blowups, ensure you meet your financial goals, and lower your stress levels. 
I share  practical examples and explain how to set up a 'future expenses fund' or a designated savings category in your budgeting app. Tune in to learn how small steps can lead to significant financial strides and help you achieve financial freedom.
02:01 The Problem with Annual Bills
03:56 The Budgeting Hack Revealed
05:07 Benefits of the Budgeting Hack
06:27 Action Steps for Financial Freedom
 
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