Moving Forward

In this episode, host Jordan Johnstone speaks with Sharon Beach, a remarkable individual whose life story exemplifies resilience. Sharon shares her harrowing experience of being kidnapped and the strength she found in her faith to escape and recover. In this conversation, Sharon shares her profound journey of healing and resilience following her traumatic experiences. She emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, the role of faith in overcoming obstacles, and the significance of surrounding oneself with supportive people.

• Resiliency is defined as embracing God's promise for our lives.
• Childhood challenges can shape our ability to be resilient.
• Community plays a crucial role in personal growth and support.
• Resiliency is a mindset that can be cultivated throughout life.
• Planning and mental strength are key in overcoming trauma.
• Living well is a powerful form of revenge against adversity.
• Faith can guide us through the darkest times.
• The journey of healing can take time but is achievable.
• Sharing our stories can help others find strength. Forgiveness can be a powerful release from burdens.
• God's presence can carry us through difficult times.
• Resilience often comes from a blend of faith and personality.
• Sharing one's story can help others find healing.
• Surrounding yourself with supportive people is crucial.
• It's important to take life one day at a time.
• God's timing is essential in our journeys.
• Emotional struggles are common for victims of trauma.
• Encouragement can come from scripture and faith.
• Helping one person can fulfill a greater purpose.

In this episode, guest Reagan Cannon and host Jordan Johnstone discuss the importance of feedback in professional growth and how to give and receive feedback effectively. Reagan emphasizes the role of trust in feedback, and addresses the challenges that women face in giving and receiving feedback. Reagan and Jordan also explore the Christian approach to feedback and the importance of teaching and setting clear expectations.

• Feedback is crucial for professional growth and should be given and received regularly.
• Trust plays a significant role in the effectiveness of feedback.
• Women face unique challenges in giving and receiving feedback due to societal expectations.
• The Christian approach to feedback involves teaching, setting clear expectations, and giving feedback with love and empathy.

In this episode, Melissa Harrison, Executive Director of 4word, and Catherine Gates, Executive Director of Polished Network, share their initial reactions to the decision to merge organizations, the vision for unity, and the importance of collaboration in serving Christian women in the workplace. The conversation also highlights the Taste of 4word Roadshow and the excitement surrounding the changes expected in 2025, emphasizing the commitment to support and empower even more Christian women in the workplace through this merger.

In this episode, Heidi Rasmussen, 4word board chair and president, and Sheila Walls, Polished Network board president, discuss the origin of the merger between 4word and Polished Network. They share their personal journeys into leadership, the divine calling that led to the merger, and the importance of empowering women in the workplace. The conversation highlights the unity and collaboration between the two organizations, emphasizing the positive impact we aim to have on Christian women in the workplace.

In this episode, Debi Wolfe discusses the evolving landscape of performance reviews. She explores the ineffectiveness of the traditional review process and advocates for a shift towards continuous feedback and forward-looking evaluations. Debi emphasizes the importance of building trust between leaders and employees, encouraging a culture where feedback is a two-way street.

In this episode, Denise Grace Gitsham, a political contributor, attorney, speaker, and author, joins host, Jordan Johnstone, to discuss the importance of storytelling and its impact. Denise highlights the significance of storytelling in leadership, sales, and motivating others. She also shares how storytelling can be used to talk about personal accomplishments and professional successes, emphasizing the importance of sharing stories as a testimony of God's goodness and inspiring others.

• Storytelling is a powerful tool that engages our emotions and activates different parts of our brains, making it more memorable and relatable.
• Storytelling is effective in leadership, sales, and motivating others, as it helps convey messages in a way that resonates with people.
• Sharing personal accomplishments and professional successes through storytelling can be done by viewing them as a testimony of God's goodness and inspiring others.
• Being truthful about the results of a year while maintaining a positive and encouraging tone can be achieved through storytelling that focuses on growth, learning, and resilience. Authenticity and speaking truthfully about challenges can minister to others.
• Authenticity is important in leadership and can inspire trust and connection.
• Storytelling is a powerful tool in various contexts, such as politics and thought leadership.
• Crafting an authentic story involves knowing your audience and staying on message.
• God's discipline can shape and transform us, even in the realm of politics.

In this special episode, host Jordan Johnstone speaks with 4word's Executive Director, Melissa Harrison, about the significance of 4word Giving Week and the special way we're sharing the impact of our global ministry.

Trust is foundational to any interaction in our lives, so it should be foundational in our planning and leading. In this episode, Rev. Dr. Margaret Grun Kibben discusses the importance of trust and how to build it. She emphasizes the need for self-awareness, relationships, and experiences in building trust. Dr. Kibben shares her personal approach to modeling trust and highlights the role of vulnerability in building trust.

• Trust is foundational to any interaction in our lives and should be prioritized in our planning and leading.
• Building trust requires self-awareness, relationships, and experiences.
• Trust in God forms the foundation for trusting others.
• Modeling trust involves being real, grounded in faith, and reflecting the fruits of the spirit.
• Trust and inclusion are interconnected, and trust can encourage team building and create a positive workplace culture.

In this episode, Charmaine Solomon, a licensed professional counselor and mentor in the 4word Mentor Program, discusses the challenges of integrating faith in the workplace, and the role of mentorship in advancing in one's career and faith. She also highlights the benefits of the 4word Mentor Program and encourages listeners to sign up for the fall session.

• Mentorship is essential for integrating faith and work, as it provides guidance, support, and accountability.
• Integrating faith in the workplace starts with declaring one's faith and acting in a Christian-like way.
• Building a community of like-minded individuals in the workplace can create a safe and supportive environment for sharing and living out one's faith.
• The 4word Mentor Program offers a valuable opportunity for mentorship and growth in integrating faith and work.
• Passing on the baton of faith and leadership to rising leaders within an organization is essential for building a strong community of faith-based leaders.

In this episode, Diana Romero, founder and CEO of Integrated Purpose Management, shares the importance of integrating faith and work. She explores how individuals can authentically live out their faith in the workplace and the impact it can have on their colleagues. She also discusses the role of companies in creating a faith-friendly environment and provides practical advice for employees and organizations.