Born to Fly Podcast

Born to Fly Podcast

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Born to Fly Podcast episodes

  • 012-how to secure Celine Dion's endorsement, with Kim MacGregor

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    Kim MacGregor has been through a lot, but it never made her stop putting other people first. In this episode she is sharing her story, rich of great examples of never giving up and the importance of "just asking."

    What can you expect in this episode?

    • How do you switch from one industry to another?
    • The power of having others helping you but on one condition
    • How she secured Celine Dion’s endorsement for her first children's book to raise money for CF
    • The key for any business: putting the other person in the center and how you do that
    • From quiet desperation to finding purpose in building a network marketing business
    • The fact that you can always glorify God, no matter the business you’re in

    Kim's instagram

    Website

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    And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!

    34 min
  • 011-how to get the right mindset, with Devonia DeBeck

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    Devonia DeBeck is an interior decorator, real estate broker, and  life coach!

    In this episode Devonia shares her story of entrepreneurship. We talk about how Devonia took the steps to break with corporate life, figure out what she wanted, and start her first business. 

    Plus:

    • Starting your business while still working for your boss with him/her knowing about it
    • How to gain the confidence you need to just rock your business
    • How to show up as the professional you are expected to be whilst just starting out
    • How you can get into that right mindset
    • No “fake it till you make it”, but…
    • One thing every entrepreneur definitely needs!

    To make use of Devonia's offer: [email protected]

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    Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!

    34 min
  • 010-how to find a good mentor, with Marie-Lucie Spoke

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    Mentors aren't just related to business. Everybody needs a mentor in life at some point. They become part of your inner circle--people you surround yourself with.

    Marie-Lucie Spoke teaches leadership skills and always addresses the importance of mentors and having an inner circle. In this episode we will talk about exactly that.

    • Why would you need a mentor?
    • What's that  "inner circle" that everybody needs, and who need to be part of it?
    • What should you look for in a mentor?
    • What makes a good mentor?
    • How do you find the right mentor(s)?
    • And lastly, a message for people who want to mentor and are looking for mentees

    Enjoy this episode!

    Want to know more about Marie-Lucie?
    Website
    Instagram
    Facebook

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    And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!

    30 min
  • 009-let's talk about money and sustainable business, with Ellen Graf-Martin

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    Ellen Graf-Martin served as a missionary for 5 years and is in business for over 12 years.  She has seen both sides and knows how to combine the two. Because it doesn't have to be "either or"; you can be in business and  in mission. In fact, how can you not combine the two?

    We also talk about:

    • That your business doesn't have to be a non-profit
    • Why starting a business in crisis makes sense
    • What "being called" meant for Ellen
    • How she could hire her first employee after only being in operation for 5 months (in a recession)
    • 5 keys for a sustainable business
    • One of Ellen's failures (related to money of course)

    Check out what Ellen does:

    Graf-Martin Communications

    Ellen Graf-Martin.com

    The Change Makers Podcast

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    Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!

    32 min
  • 008-examine your life; eagle versus chicken, which one are you?

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    In this short episode I like to encourage you to look at yourself and decide if you are a chicken or an eagle. 

    If you feel an urge, like something is calling you to change, then definitely listen for 6 minutes.

    Borntofly.faith

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    Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!

    7 min
  • 007-the power of failure and vulnerability, with Seth Barnes

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    Seth Barnes is a serial entrepreneur who worked in many countries. At the moment, he's working on Global U, a gap year for young entrepreneurs who can work on their business while traveling the world.

    Sound fun, eh?

    Well, if you like such an idea, you'll love the person behind it.

    Today Seth and I talk about:

    • Why we are so afraid to fail
    • How failing contributes to pursuing your dreams
    • How Seth's life was falling apart and he still rejected mentorship
    • If everybody can be an entrepreneur and the one skill you need
    • The power and attractiveness of vulnerability (from a faith-based perspective)
    • and ultimately Seth's message to dreamers

    GlobalU

    Sethbarnes.com

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    Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!

    29 min
  • 006-from social media to social collaboration, with Hui Huang

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    Tech is booming! And Hui knows everything about it. She has spent multiple years in the industry and has now started her own tech project.  It all started with a spark, like it does for many entrepreneurs. But how do you actually build a business as a "vision person"?

    That's what this episode is about. From spark, to idea, to business. From creativity to execution mode. 

    What's more on this episode:

    • What Star Wars has to do with sparks ;)
    • What Hui thought social media missed and what she wanted to change
    • Hui's vision about her Sparkland tool and how to collectively build something that's extraordinary
    • 3 things "vision-people" need to do to get things going and build a business
    • One mistake Hui made in her career that has to do with the customer journey

    More about Spark at www.thespark.one

    Sparkland app available for iOs and Android.

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    Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!

    34 min
  • 005-the one thing messaging should be about, with Holly Fisher

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    Holly Fisher is a certified Story Brand Guide. But before she became one, she has traveled an interesting entrepreneurial journey.

    In this podcast we talk about:

    • Getting laid off, now what?
    • That moment you start your business, what do you need?
    • What Holly wished she'd done different regarding pricing and time management
    • Why you don't want to be The Cheesecake Factory with your messaging
    • ...and much more interesting insights on storytelling messaging--even in testimonials!

    Fisher Creative
    Facebook
    Instagram

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    Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

     

    Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!

    35 min
  • 004-what do you mean starving artist? with Cynthia Wood

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    Just as life, entrepreneurship isn't just a straight curve. Instead its full of challenges. Especially artists can relate to that while walking the path of business. And look at Cynthia, on top of that she also had to raise 5 kids.

    What you can expect to learn from her?

    • Nap times and play time are the most important moments of the day if you run a business
    • Flexibility is unmistakably a skill you need for motherhood & entrepreneurship
    • How to deal with having your (artist) dream on hold because of a season in life
    • The beauty of teaching
    • Her biggest mistake in business
    • And why it is the perfect time to be an artist RIGHT NOW!

    Follow Cynthia on Instagram

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    Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!

    35 min
  • 003-this happens when your brand makes sense, with Jason Tsui

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    Jason is a creative person to his core. Things you will enjoy from this podcast?

    • Everyone is creative (yes, you too!)
    • The amazing story of Koach
    • 4 essentials you need if you're setting up a brand and want one with a deep meaning that sticks

    RawDuo Studio

    KOACH Apparel 

    KOACH Insta

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    Head to BorntoFly.faith to find out more about the Accountability Community for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    Head to BorntoFly.faith to learn more about the Platform for Christ-driven Solopreneurs.

    And leave a review if this episode blessed you :)!

    29 min

About Born to Fly Podcast

From the publisher's feed

The Born to Fly podcast is a podcast that combines faith and business. We focus on inspiring as many people as possible to discover your God-given purpose and end up doing what you love. The faith-based entrepreneurs on this show have found that purpose and started a business. They happily share how they have made it work while trusting and aligning what they do with God. The tips and tricks they share will help to launch your business and inspire how to make it work.