Fun Jenn

Gold Star Jenn

Sign Making Jenn

Lifelong Learning Jenn

These are just a few nicknames Jenn has earned over the years! Her joy, laughter, hardworking and fun nature are CONTAGIOUS!  I've had the pleasure of volunteering at First Fruits Farm in Freeland, Maryland many times with my kids! If you're in the area I HIGHLY RECOMMEND volunteering at the farm. In addition to helping to provide fresh produce to food insecure people, you'll be enjoying the great outdoors and learning about the farm to table process.

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I hope you enjoy this conversation with Jenn.

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Do you want to be a part of something bigger than yourself?  Do you want to live a life full of purpose, solve some of the world's greatest problems and leave a legacy beyond your own lifetime? Then spend time with others who are asking themselves that very same question! Carrie Rich is the founder and CEO of The Global Good Fund, a nonprofit organization committed to accelerating positive social change by equipping leaders by investing in them through one on one mentorship fellow program. 

Becoming a CEO of a nonprofit was a very organic path for Carrie. She wasn't trying to create a non-profit but the opportunity came to her and she TOOK IT!

You can check out their program and contribute to the greater good here at: THE GLOBAL GOOD FUND!

Carrie and I both believe that PEOPLE are worth investing in. Every person matters and when we take the time, energy and resources to invest in one another amazing things happen! Mentorship matters, not only to the mentor and the mentee, but also to countless others who will be positively impacted by those relationships.

Through Carrie's own mentor relationship with Knox Singleton, they co-authored a BOOK! 

Carrie shares her journey from intern to CEO with laughter and honesty. It has been a great deal of hard work, however the Global Good Fund is celebrating in 2023 after 10 years of investing in people to provide solutions to the problems of the world.

"Do the best possible job at whatever task is before you." -Carrie Rich

Marcia Dorsey, had this SHOCK of a lifetime at the age of 43, yet it's turned out to be one the greatest things to ever happen to her in her life! After having three kids she and her husband decide they were done! He had a procedure to ensure they were done! Then 15 YEARS later a surprise baby! Marcia shares the shocking tale of her fourth baby and the joy that this baby has brought into her WHOLE family! I hope you enjoy this mind blowing conversation. 

Marcia epitomizes the heart behind this podcast, every person is a PRESENT, some are just surprises. :-) I hope you enjoy this conversation and imagine what would your response be in this situation!

Marcia also shares some sound advice with me about parenting college aged kids and adult children and future in-laws with me as a special bonus content. 

Check out some pictures of Marcia and her family on my instagram account https://www.instagram.com/karyn.hobson/

People ARE Presents! 

I had never met Dr. Lisa Gordon before we sat down to chat! We had a lovely chat about her health care practice, her hobbies and her current educational pursuits.  

If you are interested in working with Dr. Lisa Gordon you and check out her website.

Watch some of her YouTube Videos.

Call her at 667-240-2923.

I hope you enjoy our conversation!

Even Soccer Rivals can sit down and share a good conversation and learn more about life's lessons from one another. On this episode Jayson and I chat about his journey from soccer player, to soccer dad on the sidelines, to assistant coach, to head coach with Elkridge Youth Organization. 

We also chat about Jayson's professional life. What's the difference between an automotive technician and a mechanic?  Do you need a little help figuring it out?  Jayson will enlighten you.

Jayson finds himself in a "Halftime" stage of life as he is embarking on a new career. Listen to see what career path he has chosen and why! I'll give you a clue he wants to "fix people's problems". 

I'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please rate and review or find me on Instagram @karyn.hobson

Gretchen Eudy is a dear college friend of mine, who recently walk through the process of saying goodbye to her Dad. Gretchen, a nurse by training, shares her Dad's legacy with us.  She also gives realistic and practical advice for ALL of us think about. You will WANT TO MOVE to North Carolina after you hear the out pouring of love her family received from their small town community during her Dad's illness. 

I hope you learning something or have a candid conversation with your loved ones after hearing what Gretchen shares today! Passwords people, don't forget the passwords. 

Remember every Person is a PRESENT!

What is a "Car GUY"? Well, I'm glad you asked! Shamit is MY CAR GUY! He is the co-owner of Vipre Automotive, a car dealership and repair shop!  Not any old car dealership, he is a personal car buyer! You put in a personal order for a car, van, SUV, truck etc and Shamit buys it for you. He will DELIVER anywhere is the United States! 

Shamit wasn't ALWAYS a car guy, he started out as an aerospace engineer turned aircraft maintenance officer, Air Force Pilot, think TOP GUN people!!! F-15 combat pilot. I'm really grateful that Shamit explains the purpose behind Military Boot Camp.  

His life journey has be interesting. I hope you enjoy this conversation.

vipreauto.com and 301-776-9863 for car purchases and car repairs, tell him Karyn sent you!

Knowledgable, Problem Solver, Reflective, Accountability, Disciplined, Cheerleader .... these are just a FEW of the words that I'd use to describe today's People Presents Guest, Alison Lutz! Today we are talking about her healing journey. Alison and I are both use food as a foundational building block to keep our various auto-immune diseases in check. This episode might be just the kick in the pants you need to get your health moving in a better direction. It's hard work, but it's rewarding and life giving work! 

Enjoy this conversation and let me know what you think over on [email protected].  You can also leave a rating and review on the show as well. I'd love to hear your feedback. It would be a present to me to hear from you.

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Chester Whisonant was an influential part of my high school and college years! After my parents, he is the MOST influential person in my life. On today's episode we are sharing some funny stories of our relationship. We also discuss mentoring relationships, the practical things he provided for me as a mentor, what made our relationship work and the seasons of our relationship! We also discuss the origins of this very podcast. Chester amazing ability to view ALL people as presents. Chester has a unique upbringing that has shaped his view on all people. 

I mentioned the Book The Kindness Challenge by Shaunti Feldhahn. 

Connect with my on Instagram @karyn.hobson. I'd love to hear your thoughts on Mentoring Relationships!

You are NEVER too old to learn something new! Dr. Terra Gargano and I chat about various paths to education and what we are interested in learning still! We also talk about balancing our own interests while balancing being a part of a family with a variety of needs. We hope that this conversation inspires you to learn something new maybe: whitewater rafting, pottery, or traveling. What are you dreaming about trying? Connect with me on Instagram @karyn.hobson