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In this session, we continue our conversation from “Session 24: Skill VS. Talent”. I received so much positive feedback from that session so thanks you for your input! I didn’t want to leave that topic alone yet because I felt there was more to add. What I had come to realize in addition to knowing your skill and talent is that repetition matters! Whatever you desire to accomplish in life, it will require you to be consistent. 

Here are some things to think through:

1. Who does God want you to become?
2. What is He trying to teach you?
3. Pray for the Practical
4. Read Daniel 6:10 and Psalm 119:164

Additional Resources

• Read an Article on “Jesus Lifestyle of Prayer” written by Steve Shirley available at https://jesusalive.cc/times-jesus-prayed/
• Read “A Long Obedience in the Same Direction” by Eugene H. Peterson available on Hoopla at https://www.hoopladigital.com/title/11497657
• Read “A Long Obedience in the Same Direction” by Eugene H. Peterson available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0830848630?pf_rd_r=WDWP9S1STZGRAVRXER64&pf_rd_p=5ae2c7f8-e0c6-4f35-9071-dc3240e894a8&pd_rd_r=3ed610cf-0034-47c2-9a69-6119a2a003c7&pd_rd_w=Eaggu&pd_rd_wg=1hIgW&ref_=pd_gw_unk

Want to hear more detail and how to apply it in your life? Take a listen to this session. You don’t want to miss it!

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Surprise! 

On July 30th 2021, I was reflecting on past journal entries. I wrote...

"Today I had an idea of doing a Podcast 2-3 years from now. Don't know if I'll do it but it's a fun thought." Guys, I wrote that July 28th 2018 which was over 3 years ago!

I had wondered, "What's holding me back from doing this?!" I had let fear and so many other reasons become an excuse as to why I wouldn't start a Podcast, but guess what...  I did it! And it made me think of you! 

What's holding you back from doing something God has placed in your heart?

Ask Yourself...

1. What desires has God placed in your heart?
2. What would you accomplish if you weren't scared?
3. What could God do in your life f you trusted Him?
4. What will you practically do to start?

Take a listen to this quick BONUS episode just for you! 

And if you want to listen to that episode on Fear called "Facing Your Fears" by Aaron and Erwin McManus, it's available on Apple Podcast AND Spotify at the links below:

• Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/battle-ready-with-erwin-aaron-mcmanus/id1300400330?i=1000526823506 
• Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4BfreewDBt66udvUMdo7Um?si=KGhXETmUQheI5itPCbwpGA&dl_branch=1

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• Facebook: Mark K. Benton II https://www.facebook.com/mkbenton2
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Have you ever thought about the difference between skill and talent? They’re both important, but knowing the difference can help guide us to live our life more intentionally. An article written by “Core Differences” addressed the differences between skills and talent (article available at the following link https://coredifferences.com/difference-between-talent-and-skill/). The five I specifically address are:

1.     Talent is the natural ability a person is born with while skill refers to competency learned.
2.     Talent tends to be hidden while skill is demonstrated.
3.     Talent requires coaching while skill requires training.
4.     Talent requires recognition while skill require development.
5.     Talent is possessed by few people whereas skill is possessed by many.

 Practical Next Steps to apply and consider are:
1.     Identify your Talent
2.     Live in your Talent
3.     Identify your Barriers
4.     Surrender it to God

 Want to hear more detail about the differences and how to apply it in your life? Take a listen to this session. You don’t want to miss it!

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In this session, I have on my most favorite person in the world! My wife (Juby) takes over the Podcast! Juby sits down with me and asks several random questions. I don't discover the question until she asked it during the recording of this session. This entire episode is spontaneous and in the moment. We laugh and we talk about some deep things. From weddings and funerals, to road trips, our deepest regret, what we’re most excited about in life, and much more! Here's a sneak peek to some of the questions she asks:

• If you were to pass away right now, what’s something you’d regret?
• What are you most excited about in life right now?
• What technology do you wish was invented?
• Do you place your toilet paper over or under?
• What is something you like that most people don’t?
• Would you rather road trip with OJ Simpson, or Donald Trump?

 To find out the answers and so much more, check it out!

 Want to chat? Let’s Talk! You can find me at:

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Have you ever had a moment where you had to engage in conflict but didn’t know how? Maybe the person you have to engage with is someone you care about like your spouse, a family member or a close friend. Maybe it’s a person you don’t have a close relationship with, but you see them on a consistent basis such as: a co-worker, your boss or your neighbor. Conflict management is hard, but it can be done.

In this session, I talk about expectation management:
1.     Conscious
2.     Realistic
3.     Spoken
4.     Agreed

…and four things every person should consider before engaging in effective conflict management:
1.     Time
2.     Place
3.     Way
4.     Intent 

To grow in this area, here are more resources for you!

·      The Emotionally Healthy Leader Podcast by Pete Scazzero: Why Clarifying Expectations Will Save Your Life and Leadership - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-emotionally-healthy-leader-podcast/id1064966935?i=1000471364583
·      At the Table with Patrick Lencioni: Be a jerk - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-a-jerk/id1474171732?i=1000512442744
·      Book Recommendation: “The Peacemaker” by Ken Sande available for FREE on Hoopla (with a Library Card) https://www.hoopladigital.com/title/13340653
·      Book Recommendation: Fierce Conversations by Susan Scott available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Fierce-Conversations-Achieving-Success-Conversation/dp/0425193373/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=fierce+conversation&qid=1623949053&sr=8-1

Want to chat? Let’s Talk! You can find me at:
·      Instagram: @markkbenton2 https://www.instagram.com/markkbenton2/
·      Facebook: Mark K. Benton II https://www.facebook.com/mkbenton2
·      Website: https://www.markkbentonii.com 

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Every now and then, I get the opportunity to sit down with a leader or person of influence. They are typically people who are further in life than I am whether it be in age, experience, positions or a position in their job. Whenever I meet with people that are ahead of me in a certain area of life that I consider to be successful, I ask one of my favorite questions. And that question is:

“Knowing what you know now, what are three things you wish you did at my age and Why?”

Tune into my conversation with CH (COL) B. Gregory Edison. He gives insight on three things he has always done at my age and continues to do so at this stage in his career. His three are:

1.     Worship the Lord
2.     Seek the Lord
3.     Love your Family

 His explanation on these three things can truly change the way you approach life. Interested? Then give this one a listen! 

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Are you currently going through a season of hardship? Maybe you've lost a loved one, received some bad news, or someone wounded you. But how do we deal with all that? In todays talk, I discuss how we all can embrace our suffering  just like Jesus.  

We see how Jesus handled his hardships in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:36-46). There are 8 things Jesus did. 

1. Go to a Quiet Place
2. Go to God
3. Humble Yourself Before God
4. Trust God
5. Be Honest and Vulnerable Before God
6. Make Your Request Known
7. Submit and Surrender to God
8. Be Strengthened by God

Out of the 8 points, where do you need to start? Pick one and utilize this as a guide to embrace your suffering. 

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As a Christian, have you ever wondered how do we serve and love others that are different from you? In todays session, we address that through the perspective of a Chaplain. 

I have the privilege of being able to serve our nation in the Reserves as a Chaplain in the Army. I sit down with some great friends of mine, and we unpack the role of a Chaplain, how what we do is applicable to all Christians, and how we can live out our faith well in a Multi-Cultural Worldview. 

Join us for the second half of our conversation as we conclude our session together!

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As a Christian, have you ever wondered how do we serve and love others that are different from you? In todays session, we address that through the perspective of a Chaplain.  

I have the privilege of being able to serve our nation in the Reserves as a Chaplain in the Army. I sit down with some great friends of mine, and we unpack the role of a Chaplain, how what we do is applicable to all Christians, and how we can live out our faith well in a Multi-Cultural Worldview. 

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This is the first requested episode by You, the Fans of the “Let’s Talk About It!” Podcast! And it’s on Communication! All of us have something valuable that we can bring to others. But sometimes, we just don’t know how to share that information. In this episode, we go through steps on how you can share valuable information with other people to make an impact in their life. 

Reasons why it’s important to communicate:

• Connect with Others
• Provide Relevant Information
• Your Voice Matters
• God’s Voice Matters

 Vital Points to Communication:

• Grasping Introduction
• 1 Big Idea (Main Idea)
• Points to Communicate
• A Call to Action/Next Steps/The Way Forward

Personal Tips: Ways to engage and communicate with your personality. 

• Storytelling
• Animated & Charismatic
• Calm
• Humor
• Hybrid
• Dialoging

This episode ends with 7 frequently asked questions when it comes to communicating. Be sure to take a listen to hear what they are! 

For additional resources on how to become a better communicator, check out these other great podcasts available at the following links:

Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast: Communicating for a Change
o   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/andy-stanley-leadership-podcast/id290055666

The EntreLeadership Podcast: The No. 1 Skill You Need Now with Carmine Gallo
o   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-entreleadership-podcast/id435836905?i=1000419873925

Typology: Mike Pacchione on Public Speaking and the Enneagram
o   Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/typology/id1254061093?i=1000447522449
o   Part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/typology/id1254061093?i=1000448088214

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