Seek Go Create with Tim Winders

Why do we follow our leaders? You would probably answer because they have authority over you. However, Tim believes there is a leader in each of us. Rather than a position or a title, leadership is about having a mindset of stewardship.

In this episode, Tim shares his definition of leadership and what it is not. He talks about how leadership is more of a lifestyle rather than a title or something to be achieved. At some point in our lives, we will all be leaders. This episode is to prepare you to be an everyday leader.

1. Understand what makes an everyday leader. 
2. Learn the difference between steward leaders and servant leaders. 
3. Discover how you can live with a mindset of stewardship.

• Episode Details

• Leadership is every day—it is who and what we are.
• Everyone is capable of becoming a leader.
• You have to believe that you are an everyday leader.
• Listen to the full episode as Tim shares the topics he will be discussing in Seek Go Create’s The Everyday Leader series.
• There are different ways to assess ourselves as leaders. 

• Tim is a student of leadership through various experiences in life. 
• He has different roles in life wherein he is able to practice his leadership skills. 

• Leadership is not a position or title.
• You do not have to achieve something to be a leader.
• Leadership is not being a bully or manipulating others.
• It is not a quick skill—it's something that is developed over time. 
• Leadership is not based on luck or being in the right place at the right time. It is about your character—who you are.

• There is no clear cut answer, but Tim believes that leadership is a combination of both beliefs.
• There are a lot of things that come into play when looking at leadership and influence. 
• Leadership takes time; it is a process. 

• The common notion of a leader in society is someone who has influence. 
• The modern-day definition of “influencer” is not positive. Tim shares how he read about a university that offers a 3-year degree to be an influencer.
• For Tim, leadership is stewardship over people, places, and things that God has gifted you with.

• A steward is not an owner but someone who has the responsibility of taking care of something for the ultimate owner.
• Tim and Glori became stewards when they used to house-sit for others.
• Stewardship is a foundational principle of leadership. 
• We are all stewards of God's gifts. 
• Your perspective about stewardship will help you succeed. 

• Business is a person or a group of people working together to produce something others will be willing to pay for. 
• Ministry is a group of people working together to deliver a message that others desire, a belief system.
• Some people might disagree, but Tim believes combining Ministry and leadership is possible.
• Some businesses are not good stewards of the people who work for them. Businesses could use more heart in treating their employees. 
• Ministries, on the other hand, may have great missions but don’t handle the business and marketing aspect well.

• We should desire to be a lifetime leader. 
• Your mindset and attitude should be exercised 24/7. 
• A hypocrite is someone whose words don’t align with their actions.
• Be an everyday leader. The goal is to attract leadership and influence characteristics, skills, and traits, instead of chasing after a role or position.
• Effective leadership is when at least one person in a group has experienced skills preparedness and the attitude to make the sum total of that group more than the individual parts.

• People get arrogant when they think they are the owner and the ultimate authority.
• A person may have a title that is beyond their humility.
• The pressure to lead may give you a difficult time.
• Work with a mindset that you hold a gift that is not yours.
• Should leaders have followers? There will come a time for you to be pushed into being a leader, and you should be prepared for it.

• A servant leader is servant-minded. 
• Servant leaders tend to be more subservient to someone above them. 

• Gifts should be taken care of.
• Treating your responsibilities and leadership as gifts is a better mindset than ownership.
• A gift is something that we do not deserve; therefore, it should be accepted with humility. 
• Position yourself to be a steward leader.
• A steward leader will help you become a great everyday leader.

Seek Go Create is for leaders, entrepreneurs, ministers, and everyone seeking excellence, moving towards success, or creating something new.

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To growing and becoming all we are created to be,

Tim

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In this sneak peek into Season 3 of the SeekGoCreate podcast, host Tim Winders gives an overview of each episode and why you will hear a definition of leadership that you have never heard before. He also shares why leadership is for everyone, not just a select few.

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• JK Winders - Creative Director, Producer
• Dulce Irving - Operations Director
• Hunter Irving - Web Design, Online Presence
• Tim Winders - Host, Content Creation

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Are you leading with strategy or just reacting to the daily chaos? If you're feeling stuck, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to focus on the big picture, it’s time to take control. I’m offering a FREE 30-minute coaching call to help you shift from reactive to proactive leadership with clear, actionable strategies. Whether you’re facing new challenges or just need a reset, this call will give you clarity and direction. Book your free coaching call now by clicking the link in the show notes or visiting TimWinders.com/coaching.

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There is no single lifestyle that suits everyone. We have different ways of living and functioning. It is crucial to find a life that sets you free and brings you peace. A nomad lifestyle can be life-changing.

In this bonus episode, Seek Go Create host Tim Winders wraps up Season 2 of the podcast. He shares his final thoughts on the nomad lifestyle. 

To know more about living freely, listen to this episode!

1. Learn the different aspects of the nomad lifestyle, as discussed in previous episodes.
2. Discover what it means to live freely and how you can choose the best lifestyle for you.
3. Know what to expect in the next season of the Seek Go Create podcast.

• Season 2 Episode 1 – Dare to Be Different
• Season 2 Episode 2 – What Do I Do With All My Stuff
• Season 2 Episode 3 – How To Live In Houses That You Do Not Own
• Season 2 Episode 4 – Living On Wheels
• Season 2 Episode 5 – Working On The Road
• Season 2 Episode 6 – Take Nothing For Your Journey
• Episode Details

• Season 2 introduced us to a different way of living.
• Tim shared specific tips about living as a nomad.
• It was challenging as the topic might be a foreign concept. 
• There are many variations of living and operating in today’s world.

• In Episode 1, Tim expounded on mindset.
• He found out what it meant to think differently.

• In Episode 2, Tim identified the things that keep people from traveling.
• He talked about the concepts of minimalism and essentialism. 
• He discussed the different processes that he and his wife had to go through to downsize their life.

• Episode 3 tackled house sitting.
• Tim talked about his experience of traveling and living in different homes.

• In Episode 4, Tim shared how his family transitioned into living in an RV.
• He discussed the advantages and challenges of the nomad lifestyle.

• Tim discusses how he works. He travels.
• His family enjoys being productive.
• He shared his first novel and his business coaching.
• He shared why getting good Internet was their biggest challenge in traveling. 

• Episode 6 focused more on preaching and teaching from scripture.
• Tim discussed Luke 9:1–6.

• Tim enjoyed telling the stories of how he and his family moved into the nomad lifestyle. 
• There are options to live a different lifestyle. 
• Traveling gives you freedom, and freedom is a great feeling.

• The next season will focus on leadership.
• Tim will discuss leadership training and other unique concepts.
• He will tackle stewardship and being a servant leader.

Seek Go Create is for leaders, entrepreneurs, ministers, and everyone seeking excellence, moving towards success, or creating something new.

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To growing and becoming all we are created to be,

Tim

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Stop Reacting, Start Leading: Free 30-Minute Coaching Call

Are you leading with strategy or just reacting to the daily chaos? If you're feeling stuck, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to focus on the big picture, it’s time to take control. I’m offering a FREE 30-minute coaching call to help you shift from reactive to proactive leadership with clear, actionable strategies. Whether you’re facing new challenges or just need a reset, this call will give you clarity and direction. Book your free coaching call now by clicking the link in the show notes or visiting TimWinders.com/coaching.

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We are often scared of taking risks and making changes due to other people's opinions and the things we are going to leave behind. There's so much holding us back, so much to think about, so much to carry. In Luke 9:1-6, Jesus gives authority to His disciples to go out without fear and share the Gospel message. Without any money or food, they took on the role Jesus gave them and changed the world completely. He simply led a nomadic life.

In today's episode, host Tim Winders discusses Luke 9:1-6 and how it impacted and encouraged him to be a full-time traveler. He shares with us the importance of scripture in today's world and how our possessions are holding us back in living a fulfilling life.

This episode is for everyone who is thinking of living the nomadic life but is still on the fence and can't make a decision.

1. Discover the teachings of the Lord through the analysis of Luke 9:1-6. 
2. Tim shares encouragement in living a nomadic life through the words of God.
3. You will learn how to leave your possessions and avoid holding grudges against those who hurt you.

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• Episode Details

• Even if it was 2000 years ago, the teachings of God are still relevant today.
• Luke 9:1-6 discusses the tasks and instructions Jesus gave to His disciples, which involves living a nomadic lifestyle.
• Jesus gave them power and authority to drive out demons, preach the kingdom of God, and heal the sick.
• As disciples, we have the ability and assignment to preach the kingdom of God.

• In the third verse, Jesus told His disciples not to carry any tools, go, and do what he told them to do. 
• It was a simple instruction that resonates with how people live their lives in current times. 
• As disciples, we need to discover our assignment by asking Him and not through listening to anyone else's opinion.
• Without the power and authority of being a disciple, you may run into a lot of roadblocks and challenges.
• Tim and Glori believe that God said to them, “I can't send you where I want to send you, living in this big house with all this stuff. Because you think about this stuff more than you think about me.”

• Jesus's disciples were living places they didn't know, and people would take care of them. We all have our own rules.
• Don't let possessions dictate what you do or where you go. Be careful of what you're treating as idols in your life.
• Back then, houses, cars, and other material things played an important part in Tim's life. He has since learned to be cautious about treating similar things as idols.

• In the fifth verse, Jesus told His disciples to shake off the very dust off their feet as a testimony against the places that did not receive them with gratitude.
• Don't let hostility from other people take hold of you. Move on to the next place instead of holding a grudge.
• Don't allow other people's thoughts and opinions to control you in any way. 
• Everyone is aiming for the “American Dream,” where you get a house, live your entire life there, and build equity. It’s not wrong, but this life may not align with the teachings of God. 
• People can be mean and awful, and you may also take their intentions the wrong way. Don't let it stop you from fulfilling your role as a disciple and living your truth.

• In the last verse, Jesus told His disciples to depart, visit each town, preach the Gospel, and give healing everywhere. 
• The teachings of Luke 9:1-6 can also be helpful for businesses.

• Main points: Receive the Lord’s power and authority, take nothing for the journey, go out, move along when met with hostility, and don't let possessions hinder what you're supposed to do.  
• It doesn’t mean you have to get rid of your stuff and hit the road. Get the power and authority from God if this is your assignment.
• Listen to the full podcast as Tim shares a story to help you further understand the message of Luke 9:1-6.

Seek Go Create is for leaders, entrepreneurs, ministers, and everyone seeking excellence, moving towards success, or creating something new.

If this episode taught you more about how God makes an empowering, positive change in your life, don't hesitate! Feel free to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

Love to give us 5 stars? If you do, we'd love a review from you. By doing this, you can help us reach more people who want to rest and spend time with God.

Do you want to help more people renew their spiritual life through God's grace? A simple way is to share this episode or what you've learned today on social media.

Connect with the SeekGoCreate Network! For updates and more episodes, visit our website or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

To growing and becoming all we are created to be,

Tim

Mentioned in this episode:

Stop Reacting, Start Leading: Free 30-Minute Coaching Call

Are you leading with strategy or just reacting to the daily chaos? If you're feeling stuck, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to focus on the big picture, it’s time to take control. I’m offering a FREE 30-minute coaching call to help you shift from reactive to proactive leadership with clear, actionable strategies. Whether you’re facing new challenges or just need a reset, this call will give you clarity and direction. Book your free coaching call now by clicking the link in the show notes or visiting TimWinders.com/coaching.

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The world is vast, and opportunities are endless if we can only spot open doors. But with every opportunity comes challenges we need to face. These struggles may bring uncertainty, but these should not stop us from exploring other tracks. Working on the road will be easier than ever!

In this episode, Seek Go Create host Tim Winders talks about some of the challenges he had faced when his family transitioned to “working on the road.” He also shares some tips and options for those who are interested in trying this setup. 

If you’re considering to work on the road, tune in to this episode!

1. Discover how working on the road works while at the same time still having your legal address. 
2. Learn about some of the challenges you might face and the ways to overcome them.
3. Find out some options you can try in working on the road and live a nomad life. 

• Americas Mailbox 
• Episode Details

• If you’re traveling, consistency can be a significant challenge. There would only be a thin line between a vacation day and a workday while working on the road. 
• You can be more prone to distractions while working on the road. 
• One of Tim’s biggest struggles is having a high-speed Internet connection while working on the road, as this is necessary for their daily business operations. 

• When Tim’s family decided to start up a business, one of the things they forwent is a legal address. 
• They looked for states that are friendlier to people who travel full time. In their case, it was South Dakota. 
• They receive their mail through Americas Mailbox. The company has legal residents who will accept mail for you and forward it wherever you are. 
• This can help you have a legal address for other transactions such as banking and filing for taxes. 

• They made efforts to be in RV parks or resorts to have access to electricity, water, and Internet service. 
• However, you do not need to depend on their Wi-Fi service. You can get a router that allows an antenna to go up higher on the roof to access additional signals.
• You can also have hotspots, and some of them have unlimited data. 
• A cell booster can also help strengthen the signal while working on the road. 

• Functional office space is necessary. 
• It can condition you to be in “work mode.” 

• Camp hosting or park hosting is where people can come and stay in an RV park for free in exchange for working on the road for two or three days a week.
• Some of those who do this are already retired, but they just want to be working on the road.
• You can do this if you want to travel, lower your cost, and do some cool things. 

• You may also opt to start your own virtual business helpful while working on the road. 
• You can offer freelance-oriented services that can aid you while working on the road, such as coaching, coding, and consultation.

Seek Go Create is for leaders, entrepreneurs, ministers, and everyone seeking excellence, moving towards success, or creating something new.

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To growing and becoming all we are created to be,

Tim

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Stop Reacting, Start Leading: Free 30-Minute Coaching Call

Are you leading with strategy or just reacting to the daily chaos? If you're feeling stuck, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to focus on the big picture, it’s time to take control. I’m offering a FREE 30-minute coaching call to help you shift from reactive to proactive leadership with clear, actionable strategies. Whether you’re facing new challenges or just need a reset, this call will give you clarity and direction. Book your free coaching call now by clicking the link in the show notes or visiting TimWinders.com/coaching.

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Have you ever imagined what it’s like to live on wheels? Isn’t it fascinating that you can just start up the engine and go somewhere whenever you think of it? It’s the secret dream of many and only a few can muster up the guts to actually accomplish. If you’re usually consumed by wanderlust, you’ve probably found yourself lost in this thought. What is it really like to live on wheels and live a nomad life?

In this episode, you will get to know how Tim and his wife took their life and business on the road. He shares how they ended up moving into a 39-foot Class A Motorhome RV and pursuing this lifestyle. Tim also discusses the pros and cons of traveling and living in an RV at the same time.

If you want to take a glimpse of how it is like living a nomad life, then this episode is for you!

1. Find out how Tim and his wife shifted to the nomad life.
2. Learn some tips and tricks when buying an RV.
3. Discover the advantages and disadvantages of living in an RV.

• RVTrader
• Episode Details

• They started living in their RV on the first of January, 2019.
• It’s a world that Tim was unfamiliar with.
• The cool thing about this lifestyle is the shift in your way of thinking.

• They originally wanted to travel again as they did before—house sitting and flying on a plane.
• His wife told him it would be cool to travel and not have to pack and repack every time.
• One day, his wife said, “I think that we’re supposed to get an RV,” to which Tim responded with a shocked face.
• They researched to see if it’s possible to do their work on the road.

• There are different types of RV: Class A, class B, class C, travel trailers, and fifth wheels, among others.
• It is a complex decision because there are so many options.

• They wanted to spend as low of a capital outlay as possible.
• Their first concern is they didn’t have a pickup truck to pull the trailer that will fit their criteria.
• They need space to sleep comfortably and cook.
• They need to have a mobile office space.

• Once they had the criteria, they proceeded to find something that had layouts or plans to fit what they needed.
• They started narrowing it down to class A motorhomes. Motorhomes are RVs that have a truck or a motor that you can use to move around.
• They look like big boxes and are built on truck chassis. Class A motorhomes can get up to about 45 feet. 
• The class Cs are smaller types that can be as small as 23 to 25 feet.
• Class B or sprinter vans look like a big van that you can move in and out of things and drive easier.

• They wanted multiple living spaces so that they could divide some things up.
• They decided to get an older RV to do some renovations.
• RVs are a lot of brown and dark colors, carpets, and bright lights. However, Tim and Glori are more into lighter colors and minimalist furniture designs.
• The value of a vehicle depreciates quickly. They narrowed down the age bracket to 2001 to 2008 to find quality units.
• They settled with a 2006 Gulfstream Sun Voyager. 

• They found a 39-feet 2006 Gulfstream Sun Voyager in Naples, Florida. 
• The price was under $40,000 and had 21,000 miles on it. 
• It could either be because someone didn't use it much or they parked it and lived in it.

• Tim and Glori purchased it from a representative that was selling it on consignment.
• The representative walked through it on video. They also did their research, and they decided that the price is good.
• They only needed $1000 for the representative to hold it for them.
• Important tip: If you’re buying a used RV, you can use the help of certified RV inspection organizations. They will go out and inspect the RV for you for around $400 to $500.

• It's useful because you won't know what to look for and it would save you time.
• They handed Tim a 40-page long report with pictures, including a list of issues that may arise.
• The inspectors also listed things they may need for improvements.
• The thorough inspection gave them comfort and a head start of what needed to be fixed.
• Tim and Glori then proceeded with the transaction.

• When he first drove it, he ran over a few curbs. He eventually started learning about swinging wide, planning, and strategizing how to drive it.
• When they went on their first campsite, they realized that everything takes longer in an RV.
• Tip: Don’t go parking in a campground after dark.
• They got the hang of it and started the renovation.

• You can go to and stay in places you never could if you just lived in a home.
• It also gives the advantage of mobility when faced with situations such as hurricanes.
• There could be an issue with the facilities and supplies.
• You can experience fatigue when moving around. It can also be challenging to find a spot with a good Wi-Fi signal, which is necessary for work.

Seek Go Create is for leaders, entrepreneurs, ministers, and everyone seeking excellence, moving towards success, or creating something new.

If this episode taught you more about how God makes an empowering, positive change in your life, don't hesitate! Feel free to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

Love to give us 5 stars? If you do, we'd love a review from you. By doing this, you can help us reach more people who want to rest and spend time with God.

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To growing and becoming all we are created to be,

Tim

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Stop Reacting, Start Leading: Free 30-Minute Coaching Call

Are you leading with strategy or just reacting to the daily chaos? If you're feeling stuck, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to focus on the big picture, it’s time to take control. I’m offering a FREE 30-minute coaching call to help you shift from reactive to proactive leadership with clear, actionable strategies. Whether you’re facing new challenges or just need a reset, this call will give you clarity and direction. Book your free coaching call now by clicking the link in the show notes or visiting TimWinders.com/coaching.

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A lot of people do not know what house-sitting is. The idea of getting to live in other people’s homes for free seems unimaginable. However, it is actually a viable option and lifestyle where you can get to experience a lot of new things and travel to different places.

In this episode, Seek Go Create host Tim Winders talks about his own experiences living the nomad life through house-sitting. He explains what house-sitting is and shares tips on how to get started on your own. 

This episode is for everyone curious about the lifestyle. Tune in to this episode to discover how you can start house-sitting and living the nomad life!

1. Discover what house sitting is.
2. Learn about the experience and lifestyle house-sitting entails.
3. Find out how you can start house-sitting on your own.

• TrustedHouseSitters.com
• MindMyHouse.com
• HouseCarers.com
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• House-sitting allowed Tim and his wife to live in houses they do not own without paying its mortgage and bills.
• Tim and his wife considered themselves professionals, as they know they did well.
• Tim defines house-sitting this way: someone else owns a house—sometimes a pet is involved—and others watch over it while the owners go on a vacation or holiday.
• The Internet made it possible to get matched with homeowners looking for sitters all around the world.

• In 2013, Tim and his wife had to move out of their home, leaving them with nowhere to stay.
• They considered moving to Austin, Texas, and asked a friend if he knows anyone who has a place where he and his wife could stay.
• Interestingly, they got a call back within 48 hours from Tim’s friend’s neighbors, who own multiple homes and would like someone to watch over their house and pet temporarily.
• With the economic downturn of 2008, Tim and his wife evaluated their options and saw house-sitting as a viable option, considering the cost of living, mortgage, and other bills.

• One of the most obvious advantages is living in a home, without the responsibility of paying any bills, rent, or mortgage, in return for watching over the house and pets.
• House-sitting also let them experience living in different houses, with different styles and layouts, which helped them figure out what kind of home they needed and wanted.
• It also allowed them to explore the areas around the houses they watched over.
• However, one of the drawbacks is the uncomfortable feeling of moving around a lot, unpacking multiple times, sleeping in different strangers’ beds, and inconsistent Internet.
• Other issues can also appear, commonly from the home itself, the pets, or even the owners’ demands and expectations.

• Tim says talking over Skype or Zoom is a great way to check if the homeowner has Wi-Fi that is strong enough for an online video call.
• It also allows them to see each other, establish a comfort level, and even go over some details.
• Tim also mentioned having a signed, detailed agreement.

• Tim says it is tough to be a nomad and have pets.
• However, house-sitting allowed Tim to experience taking care of pets, which he found enjoyable.
• As Tim took care of pets, he observed the pets got depressed after Tim had left.
• Still, Tim is glad that he and his wife were able to spend quality time with the pets. He sees it as a blessing.

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• Tim says interactions on Facebook groups and other free sites where sitters can be matched with homeowners are not that good.
• Instead, Tim signed up for websites where they got charged on a per-year basis to participate.
• He cited the importance of building a good profile, even putting recommendation letters from previous clients.
• The websites he usually got his gigs from include TrustedHouseSitters.com, MindMyHouse.com, and HouseCarers.com.

• Start with your circle: your family and friends.
• Let them know that if they travel, you can watch their home and pets.
• You can also try building a profile on one of the websites mentioned above and just try it.
• Always be a blessing to the home you house-sit, leaving it in a better condition than it was when they came in there.

Seek Go Create is for leaders, entrepreneurs, ministers, and everyone seeking excellence, moving towards success, or creating something new.

If this episode taught you more about how God makes an empowering, positive change in your life, don't hesitate! Feel free to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

Love to give us 5 stars? If you do, we'd love a review from you. By doing this, you can help us reach more people who want to rest and spend time with God.

Do you want to help more people renew their spiritual life through God’s grace? A simple way is to share this episode or what you've learned today on social media.

Connect with the SeekGoCreate Network! For updates and more episodes, visit our website or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

To growing and becoming all we are created to be,

Tim

Mentioned in this episode:

Stop Reacting, Start Leading: Free 30-Minute Coaching Call

Are you leading with strategy or just reacting to the daily chaos? If you're feeling stuck, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to focus on the big picture, it’s time to take control. I’m offering a FREE 30-minute coaching call to help you shift from reactive to proactive leadership with clear, actionable strategies. Whether you’re facing new challenges or just need a reset, this call will give you clarity and direction. Book your free coaching call now by clicking the link in the show notes or visiting TimWinders.com/coaching.

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There may be enjoyment in spending and owning new things, but there is also enjoyment in living a minimal, downsized life. Becoming a mindful consumer is a struggle for most of us because the economy drives us to have an accumulation mindset. We always feel the need to purchase new things and enjoy several convenient ways to shop. However, it is time we rethink our sentiments and intentions as consumers. 

In this episode, Seek Go Create host Tim Winders talks about his personal experiences and insights on downsizing his things and finding joy in minimal living. He shares his own process in downsizing and gives out some tips for those who want to get started on their journey. 

Tune in to this episode to learn how to downsize your things and discover the wonders it can bring to your life. 

1. Learn more about the process of downsizing and how to do it.
2. Discover the reasons behind the behavior of accumulating things and why the consumer accumulation culture is flourishing. 
3. Find out how downsizing your things can be a tough but fulfilling and liberating choice.  

• Joshua Becker’s books on minimalism
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• Many homes are full of things that have accumulated over the years. Even garages are used for storage.
• Our homes are filled up with so much stuff we refuse to discard. 
• The storage warehouse industry has become massive because of our demand for extra storage space.  
• Some people are starting to recognize that there is an issue in accumulating, storing, and getting rid of things.  
• Tim was forced to downsize when he moved homes and realized that all the stuff he needed to store or move was an issue for him. 

• Tim had his share of personal experiences when it comes to clearing out rented properties. 
• He recounted one instance wherein he had a client who got evicted from the property for not paying and then was left with massive amounts of things to clear out. 
• After having to clear out the said property, he started to think, “Do I really need all of this stuff?”

• Humans have this “depression-era mindset” wherein we fear we’re never going to get things again or that we might lose them during an economic downturn.
• We have difficulty parting with things even though they are broken already because we think we can fix it.
• We are also attuned to the mindset of “You never know when you might need it.”
• Lastly, we hold onto things because we think they will have value someday.    

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• We are forced or highly encouraged to accumulate things by the marketing world. 
• There are tracking mechanisms or algorithms online that get to know us and our needs better, and they end up showing up on our screens or feed. 
• They are feeding our “fear of missing out” mindset to their advantage. 
• This has created a consumer accumulation culture. 

• It takes compassion, understanding, and patience to downsize.
• It took a few years for Tim to downsize, and he went through stages. 
• He would do it chunk by chunk and ask himself questions to assess which to keep and which to get rid of. 
• The first step is to begin and look at the junk drawer or closet. Opt for things you have control over that might not need the decision of another person. 
• The second step is deciding what to do with the things that have been discarded. Some options are to donate, throw away, or put them in a garage sale. 

• Offer extra furniture to friends and family. 
• Digitize family pictures and store them in a cloud or hard drive. 
• Get the process started. It will be a blessing to your family down the road, say, when you pass away. 

• How much is it worth? 
• What is the cost of storing it?
• How much does it cost to replace it? 

• It is a tough process, but it is worth it. 
• For Tim, it is liberating and enjoyable. 
• He’s become more mindful when purchasing things. 
• Ask yourself, “Does this bring me joy? Is it something that I really enjoy having?” 
• Know if an item is a blessing or a burden. 

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Many of us grow up thinking there is only one way to do things. We have a set path for education, work, and life goals we believe will lead us to success. However, this mindset is limiting us of what we could potentially do. It’s not easy to go down a different road, knowing that we are concerned with what other people would think. Nonetheless, daring to be different will surely open up experiences we didn’t know were possible.

In today’s episode, Seek Go Create host Tim Winders narrates the significant experiences that led him to the nomadic lifestyle he enjoys today. He discusses how even if we don’t want to move from a house, adopting the mindset of a nomad opens up possibilities and allows us a lot of freedom. This episode is for everyone who feels trapped as if they have no options.

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1. Learn more about how the nomadic lifestyle can benefit you even if you don’t necessarily want to travel around. 
2. Find out how your outdated values, notions, and possessions are limiting your success and options.
3. Discover the mindset that will allow you to be truly free and do God’s will in your life.

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• He is currently on a river in Central Oregon, in an RV park, sitting on the passenger seat of a 39 feet long RV.
• He uses a webcam and an iMac for his coaching and consulting work.
• Tim and his wife live a nomad life.

• Tim used to live in a large home back in 2008 and was primarily involved in real estate.
• The economic downturn wiped all of their finances out.
• When they left in 2013, they had to change their mindset.
• Moving out and renting a storage unit made him realize just how much excess stuff he carried.

• They first house-sat for a friend in Austin, Texas, who was away for a month.
• They did some business in Colorado and were able to stay in a friend's vacant vacation house.
• Through a house-sitting app, they were able to connect with someone in Breckenridge who needed someone to house-sit while they were on a mission trip.
• They also traveled to Australia and New Zealand and house-sat there.

• Tim's wife brought up the topic of buying an RV, and he hesitated at first.
• He used to have bad memories and negative notions of living in an RV when he was a kid.
• They gutted, painted, and refloored the vehicle until they finally moved in January 2019.

• The nomad mindset isn’t necessarily just about traveling. It’s more about being open to new things and having unique, creative solutions.
• Thinking there is only one way to do something is a very limiting mindset.
• An example was when Tim was considering homeschooling his children.
• As entrepreneurs, Tim and his wife had to be flexible with their location, but their children’s school was holding them back on business.
• In the end, thinking differently benefited their children rather than harm them, as they were ahead of their peers.

• Tim started pushing himself to see if it was possible to innovate their business and set up new structures.
• He wondered what it would be like to have a business that wasn’t location-specific.
• Further down the road, he also thought about what it would be like to not live in the usual sticks-and-bricks stationary house.
• He feels as if he was forced into that lifestyle, but now he does it by choice.

• We should realize that there are always numerous options out there.
• We trick ourselves into thinking there is only one option and that we are locked-in and trapped.
• You can make the changes slowly and not jump into it yet.
• There is always a process of how things happen.

• We are very digital in the modern age, but we still have a fixed mindset.
• Tim recounts a story of their friend who lost all their sentimental things to a house fire.
• We should reflect on which things really have value, and which could be minimized and kept digitally.

• Tim asks God for His guidance and what He wants them to do.
• However, Tim felt as if it was hard for God to instruct him when he was living comfortably and lavishly in their large house.
• There is nothing wrong with owning a lot of possessions, as long as they don’t own you.
• Tim felt like he had to purge a lot of his need to impress other people with possessions.

Seek Go Create is for leaders, entrepreneurs, ministers, and everyone seeking excellence, moving towards success, or creating something new.

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To growing and becoming all we are created to be,

Tim

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Are you leading with strategy or just reacting to the daily chaos? If you're feeling stuck, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to focus on the big picture, it’s time to take control. I’m offering a FREE 30-minute coaching call to help you shift from reactive to proactive leadership with clear, actionable strategies. Whether you’re facing new challenges or just need a reset, this call will give you clarity and direction. Book your free coaching call now by clicking the link in the show notes or visiting TimWinders.com/coaching.

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