Hi Dreamers and Doers! We believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too young to do your dream.

This week's episode is with Les Thomas Sr. Les was born and raised in Oklahoma City. He has nearly a 20 year background as an accountant for the United States Air Force, but you may not guess that with what he’s up to these days. Les is the Area Director for Youth for Christ, USA in Oklahoma City as well as the bombastic Gameday Host for the OSU Cowboys so you may or definitely will hear Les at a football game or basketball game serving up even more energy than the crowd, that’s the powerhouse we’re about to meet. He’s also an avid musician and author of the book Three Levels of Influence, a book on the power of mentorship.

Key Takeaways:

- Your mistakes don’t define you

- The difference between good people vs great people

- Preparation happens when no one is looking

For more, visit our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/01/17/episode-93-called-to-greatness-with-les-thomas-sr/

Hi Dreamers and Doers! We believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too young to do your dream.

This week's episode is with Anna Boucher. Anna was born and raised in Lawton, Oklahoma, but currently resides in Oklahoma City. She attended the University of Oklahoma graduating with a Bachelors in Psychology. She spent her time being involved with leadership through organizations like OU Dance Marathon and LoveWorks. Anna is currently studying Dental Hygiene at the OU College of Dentistry. She enjoys being her class Vice President, conducting student research, and serving at Good Shepherd. Upon graduation in May, she plans on working in a pediatric office where she can create a positive experience for patients and to be the difference for them. Her emphasis is on recognizing health literacy and patient education.

Key Takeaways:

- Creating a vision for your life

- Moving forward by doing to find your dream

- Leadership and community impact

- Changing the world through service and your job

- Working hard, making sacrifices, and putting forth effort to reach dreams

For more, visit our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/01/10/episode-92-find-joy-in-community-impact-with-anna-boucher/

Hi Dreamers and Doers! We believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too young to do your dream.

This week's episode is with Jonathan Pitts. Jonathan is an author, speaker and the executive pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee. He previously served as the executive director at the Urban Alternative, the national ministry of Dr. Tony Evans. Jonathan has co-authored two books alongside his late wife, Wynter Pitts. He is also President and co-founder of For Girls Like You Ministries, an equipping and resourcing ministry for tween girls and their parents. Jonathan is the father of four daughters and was blessed with fifteen intentional years of marriage to Wynter.

Key Takeaways:

- You don't have to fit inside the box or conform to be accepted

- Think about how to cultivate dreaming AND doing

- Dreamers, put it into action because it will help you dream bigger

- Doers, take the time to dream and write down the possibilities without limits

- Perseverance and carrying on a legacy

For more, visit our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/01/03/episode-91-you-dont-have-to-fit-inside-the-box-with-jonathan-pitts/

Ed Copelin grew up in Western Oklahoma and came to Norman to work in the energy and banking industries until establishing his office supply company amid the 1980s Oil Bust.

Copelin’s Office Center has been a fixture near the corner of University Boulevard and Main Street for many years, evolving with the times to capture new business in a changing market. Today, the store is known as much for its teaching tools and toys as it is for its office supplies and its office furniture.

Ed has been married to his wife, Lin, for 50 years, and they share the family business with their three children, Jill, Chad and Brad.

Abram Beck Atchley is a vivacious ten year old who enjoys baseball and choir. Alongside his business partner, fellow 4th grader and best bud, Duke Alvis who loves math, football, and ice cream, they joined the Loveworks Business Boot Up program and started The Bros Know company in order to begin their journey of entrepreneurship.

Key Takeaways:

-Entrepreneurs take risk

-Relationships are key/be involved with your community

-Adapt to your customer

-The value of a good partner

Hi Dreamers and Doers! We believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too young to do your dream.

This week's episode is with Courtney Bullard. Courtney has lived in the Tulsa area for 20 years. She is a graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma. Courtney has been involved in ministry to teenage girls since 2001 and is the founder of I.D. Ministries, which focuses on reaching and empowering teenage girls, with the message of Christ’s love. In 2011, she felt God calling her to build a home for girls in Ghana, Africa. Together, she and her husband began working to establish The Pearl House. (thepearlhouse.org) Courtney is a public speaker and co-author of the book, “The Same Page.” Courtney serves as The Pearl House Executive Director and CEO. In addition to the many girls in Ghana, Courtney loves and adores her two precious daughters at home in Oklahoma.

Key Takeaways:

- Dreamers, make to do lists to make sure you do your dream

- Surround yourself with people who will speak truth into your life and not add to the fears

- Know where your worth and value are rooted in

For more, visit our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2021/12/27/episode-90-hope-overcomes-fear-with-courtney-bullard/

From his fuzzy red suit and his long white hair and beard to the reindeer who pulled his sleigh, we all know jolly st. nick who distributes presents to kids all around the world. Beside every good man is an even better woman, she is known for making cookies with the elves, caring for the reindeer, and preparing toys with her husband.

Key Takeaways:

- Find the joy in what you do

- Find your voice, help others find theirs

- Teamwork is essential and organization is the key to success

Hi Dreamers and Doers! We believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too young to do your dream.

This week's episode is with Noah Shaw. Noah is a junior at Bixby high school, where he is a multi-sport athlete and member of the Spartan state championship football team that is currently enjoying a 49 consecutive game winning streak. Noah maintains a 4.0 GPA and has earned a score of 31 on the ACT. Outside of school, Noah enjoys competing in triathlons and he has completed 5 half marathons. As well, Noah is a leader in the youth group at Anthem Church and has participated in missionary ventures to Mexico, Romania, Turkey, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. Noah also enjoys backpacking and trekking. He helped facilitate a multi-day trek through the desert of Big Bend National Park and he is currently training to summit Mount Kilimanjaro in March, 2022.

Key Takeaways:

- Finding an accountability partner

- Prioritizing grades and becoming the best version of yourself

- Trade-offs with doing something you want to do now vs what you want most in the future

For more, visit our shownotes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2021/12/20/episode-89-take-life-seriously-with-noah-shaw/

Jory is a dad first, an entrepreneur second. He hopes to inspire others to be confident & comfortable in their own creativity. His goal is to make sure he leaves an inheritance to his children’s children.

Aidan is a 17 year-old incoming Junior in high school. He’s had various volunteering experiences through both Loveworks and other camps throughout the years, and is one of the founding members of Wrist World, and he is actively working for the marketing team, specializing in art and graphics. His favorite activities include volunteering, tabletop games, and reading.

Hi Dreamers and Doers! We believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too young to do your dream.

This week's episode is with Nathan Tate. Nathan is the associate pastor at Summit Church in Oklahoma. He serves in the areas of local and global missions. He has been in ministry for over 35 years serving as a student pastor, worship pastor, associate pastor and lead pastor. His passion in ministry is caring for people and serving those who live in the margins of life. His job allows him to partner with local and global missions partners to assist them in accomplishing their goals in their communities. Summit Church currently works with several local ministries and agencies in OKC, Norman & Newcastle. He has been married to his wife, Sharla, for almost 32 years, and he has two children, Lauren & Nicholas, and one granddaughter, Declynn. His passion for serving people in need caused he and his wife to start a foundation called Bay Island Impact. This foundation partners with missionaries in the Bay Islands of Honduras by raising funds for their ministries, sponsoring mission teams to take short-term mission trips, funding and building homes for families and other construction projects as needed, etc.

Key Takeaways:

- The reality is you have to live with who you become so be true to yourself

- Dream big, don’t sit on your dreams, but work hard.

- Surround yourself with people who are better than you

- Be coachable

- Don’t be afraid to get better by letting people into your life

For more, visit our shownotes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2021/12/13/episode-88-better-yourself-so-you-can-better-others-with-nathan-tate/

Jared Deck is an award-winning musician, business owner, and work-at-home dad.

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While earning a BA in Music Performance at Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Jared worked at a factory to pay the bills and pursue his passion for music. He went on to own a retail cell phone dealership and was a partner in an independent insurance agency. In 2016, Jared won the Woody Guthrie Songwriting Contest and was named to Rolling Stone’s Top 10 New Artists You Need To Know.

Today, Jared is a professional musician and an active member of our community. He is a member of Local American Federation of Musicians and currently serves on the boards for several local organizations, including Variety Care, Moore Norman Technology Center, ACLU of Oklahoma, and SWOSU Alumni Association. He is also a member of the Sooner Rotary Satellite Club.

Malachi, age 12, has been building and making things since he was young. At age 4, he took the training wheels off a bike, grabbed a board and tried to make a skateboard with them. He started Malachi’s Workshop when he was 8. He learned about the Children's Business Fair in Oklahoma City and came up with the idea to make and sell birdhouses and it has grown from there. He enjoys running, playing his violin, basketball and has dairy goats. He dreams of owning his own ranch someday. He wants to be a carpenter (he already is!) and plans to study mechanical engineering in college.