In this video, Andrea shares her personal battle with procrastination and offers strategies to jumpstart your life and achieve success. From her repeated failed attempts at writing a book to her journey becoming a professional speaker, she reveals her struggles and accomplishments. Learn how she managed to overcome procrastination by changing her beliefs, thoughts, words, and actions. Join her as she discussed the role of grit and consistency in achieving lasting success, and see how simple yet powerful these concepts can be.

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreanorrisbrown

"Your Biggest Problem is Your Greatest Opportunity". — Andrea Brown

In this emotional video, Andrea shares the heartbreaking story of how tragedy struck her family not once, but twice, with two separate house fires. Join her as she recounts the emotional story of terror and the lessons her family learned, and how they have begun to rebuild their lives from the recent devastating events. Watch until the end for a message of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.... may you be encouraged if you are in the middle of a tragedy or facing pain and loss and beginning to rebuild. You are not alone.

#CopingWithTragedy #MentalHealthAwareness #HealingJourney #GriefSupport

Chapters:

Subscribe here: / @thrivalnow

In this thought-provoking video, you will explore the intriguing battle between shipbuilders and the relentless force of wind, as witnessed through the eyes of a resilient tree. Join us as we delve into the unexpected life lesson that this clash teaches us about surviving the storms that come our way. Contrary to popular belief, adversity can actually be a catalyst for personal growth, resilience, and strength. Discover the transformative power of adversity and how you can harness it to achieve success in your life. Let's unlock the secrets to turning obstacles into opportunities and find inspiration to overcome any hurdle that comes your way. Get ready for a life-changing perspective shift as we explore the profound impact of adversity on our journey to success.

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This VIDEO PODCAST is for you if:

—you want to go from survival to “thrival” in your finances… 

—you have started your debt free journey and want encouragement for overcoming challenges financially…

—you want to use your gifts and talents and learn how to prosper with God…

—you want to learn about Christian stewardship, faith and finance, and Biblical principles about prosperity…

—you are at the intersection of God and business / faith, family and finances, and you are studying wealth and money in the Bible…

—you are a faith driven entrepreneur who has been called into business and want to learn how to create a Christian business or build a successful Christian business…

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ABOUT ANDREA BROWN:

Andrea is a Professional Speaker, Management Consultant, and Serial Entrepreneur.  She started her first business at the age of 22 and has since had over a dozen business ventures.  She and her husband have been faith driven entrepreneurs since they got married and have built three successful businesses from the ground up while simultaneously raising two young boys and homeschooling.  (So she understands the unique challenge of being a married to your business partner —shout-out to all the other couple-entrepreneurs!!).

She started Podcasting simply to encourage people to stop surviving and start thriving in their health, wealth, and relationships.  But, along the way she has recently felt led to be more vocal about her journey as a female Christian entrepreneur and Christian businesswoman and her family’s journey in business. 

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ADDITIONAL INFO:

You can also find Thrival NOW on YouTube (as a video podcast) here:    / @thrivalnow

For Information About Speaking, Coaching, or Consulting: 

http://andreabrown.org/

For Media Inquiries: [email protected]

Want to connect with other Christian Women in Business?  You are invited to join the Facebook Group [Re]Boot for Christian Women Entrepreneurs and Leaders, which Andrea co-hosts. You can sign up for FREE here: https://www.buildingexcellence.pro/page/377295

Fuel Your Journey of Transformation (from Surviving to Thriving) on Social Media with Andrea's Encouragement, Stories, & Wisdom: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrea_norris_brown/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreanorrisbrown

"Your Biggest Problem is Your Greatest Opportunity". — Andrea Brown

Chapters:
00:00:00 - The Power of Knowing Your "Why"
00:01:28 - Pushing the Limits at Blowing Rock
00:02:53 - The Power of Adversity in Changing Our Reality
00:04:20 - The Power of Wind and Flexibility of Trees
00:06:02 - The Story of the Ship Builders
00:07:27 - The Treacherous Waters of Isolation
00:08:51 - Finding Purpose in Adversity
00:10:07 - Your Biggest Problem is Your Greatest Opportunity
00:11:21 - The Power of Facing Adversity
00:12:48 - The Legend of the Brave and the Maiden

Are you tired of constantly hustling and grinding, trying to make things happen on your own? It's time to shift your perspective from working harder and smarter to working with God. Are you looking to maximize your potential and achieve your goals? Andrea shares her experience first learning how to work hard, then learning to work smarter and finally learning to work with God.

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This VIDEO PODCAST is for you if:

—you want to go from survival to “thrival” in your finances… 

—you have started your debt free journey and want encouragement for overcoming challenges financially…

—you want to use your gifts and talents and learn how to prosper with God…

—you want to learn about Christian stewardship, faith and finance, and Biblical principles about prosperity…

—you are at the intersection of God and business / faith, family and finances, and you are studying wealth and money in the Bible…

—you are a faith driven entrepreneur who has been called into business and want to learn how to create a Christian business or build a successful Christian business…

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ABOUT ANDREA BROWN:

Andrea is a Professional Speaker, Management Consultant, and Serial Entrepreneur.  She started her first business at the age of 22 and has since had over a dozen business ventures.  She and her husband have been faith driven entrepreneurs since they got married and have built three successful businesses from the ground up while simultaneously raising two young boys and homeschooling.  (So she understands the unique challenge of being a married to your business partner —shout-out to all the other couple-entrepreneurs!!).

She started Podcasting simply to encourage people to stop surviving and start thriving in their health, wealth, and relationships.  But, along the way she has recently felt led to be more vocal about her journey as a female Christian entrepreneur and Christian businesswoman and her family’s journey in business. 

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ADDITIONAL INFO:

You can also find Thrival NOW on YouTube (as a video podcast) here:    / @thrivalnow

For Information About Speaking, Coaching, or Consulting: http://andreabrown.org/

For Media Inquiries: [email protected]

If you are looking for Tips for Thriving in Business as a Christian Woman or want to connect with other Women Christian Business Owners you are invited to join the Facebook Group [Re]Boot for Christian Women Entrepreneurs and Leaders, which Andrea co-hosts. You can sign up for FREE here: https://www.buildingexcellence.pro/page/377295

Fuel Your Journey of Transformation (from Surviving to Thriving) on Social Media with Andrea's Encouragement, Stories, & Wisdom: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrea_norris_brown/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreanorrisbrown

"Your Biggest Problem is Your Greatest Opportunity". — Andrea Brown

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Introduction to Thrival NOW: From Survival to Thrival
00:01:00 - Limited financial education and big dreams
00:02:02 - The Journey of Entrepreneurship
00:03:02 - The Journey into Entrepreneurship
00:04:00 - Working Smarter vs Working Harder
00:05:01 - Rejecting the Busy Culture, Embracing Intentionality and Partnership with God
00:06:01 - Growing in Relationship with God
00:06:56 - Diligence and Investment in Scripture
00:08:05 - Working with God in Business
00:09:03 - Doing Business with God

Learn how to measure success from a Christian perspective as a business owner. Many entrepreneurs struggle with defining success beyond financial goals, but as Christians, our definition of success is rooted in our faith and values. As followers of Christ, our definition of success should align with biblical principles and values. So, how do we determine success in a world that often prioritizes profit over people? Whether you're a small business owner or a corporate executive, this short video offers valuable insights on how to define success in a way that honors God and serves others. Don't miss out on this important discussion for Christian business owners looking to thrive in both their personal and professional lives. Let's strive to make a positive impact in the marketplace and glorify God in all that we do.

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This VIDEO PODCAST is for you if:

—you want to go from survival to “thrival” in your finances… 

—you have started your debt free journey and want encouragement for overcoming challenges financially…

—you want to use your gifts and talents and learn how to prosper with God…

—you want to learn about Christian stewardship, faith and finance, and Biblical principles about prosperity…

—you are at the intersection of God and business / faith, family and finances, and you are studying wealth and money in the Bible…

—you are a faith driven entrepreneur who has been called into business and want to learn how to create a Christian business or build a successful Christian business…

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ABOUT ANDREA BROWN:

Andrea is a Professional Speaker, Management Consultant, and Serial Entrepreneur.  She started her first business at the age of 22 and has since had over a dozen business ventures.  She and her husband have been faith driven entrepreneurs since they got married and have built three successful businesses from the ground up while simultaneously raising two young boys and homeschooling.  (So she understands the unique challenge of being a married to your business partner —shout-out to all the other couple-entrepreneurs!!).

She started Podcasting simply to encourage people to stop surviving and start thriving in their health, wealth, and relationships.  But, along the way she has recently felt led to be more vocal about her journey as a female Christian entrepreneur and Christian businesswoman and her family’s journey in business. 

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ADDITIONAL INFO:

You can also find Thrival NOW on YouTube (as a video podcast) here:    / @thrivalnow

For Information About Speaking, Coaching, or Consulting: http://andreabrown.org/

For Media Inquiries: [email protected]

If you are looking for Tips for Thriving in Business as a Christian Woman or want to connect with other Women Christian Business Owners you are invited to join the Facebook Group [Re]Boot for Christian Women Entrepreneurs and Leaders, which Andrea co-hosts. You can sign up for FREE here: https://www.buildingexcellence.pro/page/377295

Fuel Your Journey of Transformation (from Surviving to Thriving) on Social Media with Andrea's Encouragement, Stories, & Wisdom: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrea_norris_brown/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreanorrisbrown

"Your Biggest Problem is Your Greatest Opportunity". — Andrea Brown

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Re-evaluating the Measure of Success
00:00:36 - Rethinking the Measure of Success
00:01:02 - Determining Success in Business
00:01:40 - Measuring Success in the Kingdom
00:02:17 - Understanding Your Purpose and Gifts
00:02:48 - Discovering Your True Identity and Purpose
00:03:24 - The Biblical Implications of God and Money
00:03:57 - The Measurement of Wealth
00:04:36 - Doing Business with God
00:05:11 - Engaging with the Audience

Are you ready to unleash your inner superhero? In life, just like Superman, we all have our strengths and weaknesses. The key is to identify what makes you unique and learn how to leverage it to your advantage. Learn how to play to your strengths just like Superman who uses his super strength to save the day. You can use your gifts and talents (aka strengths) to excel in whatever you do. By identifying what you excel at learning to use your natural gifts, talents, and abilities, and focusing on those areas, you can maximize your potential and achieve greater success.

This Video Podcast is for you if:

—you want to go from survival to “thrive” in your finances so that you can BE MORE, DO MORE, and GIVE MORE…

—you have started your debt free journey and know you will need encouragement overcoming challenges in the days ahead…

—you are called to create and use your gifts and talents and you are tired of living as a consumer who is numb, distracted, entertained, and overwhelmed with fear…

—you want to learn about Christian stewardship, faith and finance, and Biblical principles about prosperity so that you can learn how to prosper with God…

—you are a business executive or manager who is pursuing excellence and found yourself at the intersection of God and business or faith, family and finances, and you are studying wealth and money in the Bible…

—you are a faith driven entrepreneur who has been called into business and want to learn how to create a Christian business and build a successful Christian business…

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About Andrea:

Andrea is a Professional Speaker, Management Consultant, and Serial Entrepreneur.  She started her first business at the age of 22 and has since had over a dozen business ventures.  She and her husband have been faith driven entrepreneurs since they got married and have built three successful businesses from the ground up while simultaneously raising two young boys and homeschooling.  (So she understands the unique challenge of being a married to your business partner —shout-out to all the other couple-entrepreneurs!!).

She started Podcasting simply to encourage people to stop surviving and start thriving in their health, wealth, and relationships.  But, along the way she has recently felt led to be more vocal about her journey as a female Christian entrepreneur and Christian businesswoman and her family’s journey in business. 

You can also find Thrival NOW on YouTube (as a video podcast) here:    / @thrivalnow

For Information About Speaking, Coaching, or Consulting: http://andreabrown.org/

For  Media Inquiries: [email protected]

Fuel Your Journey of Transformation (from Surviving to Thriving) on Social Media with Andrea's Encouragement, Stories, & Wisdom: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrea_norr...

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreanorris...

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AndiNorrisBrown

"Your Biggest Problem is Your Greatest Opportunity". — Andrea Brown

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Introduction to Thrival NOW
00:00:50 - Reconnecting with an Old Friend
00:01:43 - Being the Superhero in Your Life
00:02:29 - A Sweet Story about Animal School
00:03:08 - The Story of the Animals
00:03:52 - Playing to Your Strengths
00:04:30 - Pursuing Business Based on Strengths
00:05:15 - Excelling in the World of Words
00:06:06 - Thriving in Your Element
00:06:52 - Game-changing Insights

Do You want Energize Your Life? Then Find People Who Energize You! If you want to start living a more inspired life then you must surround yourself with the right people. Are you being energized by the people that you're around and the things that you do and the places you are OR are you being drained? If you're being drained you can only last so long in that environment before it destroys you. If you want to grow and thrive then you have to find what fuels you. Part of moving from survival to thrival is finding the places that energize you, finding the people that energize you, finding the things that you do that energize you. And, as you do more and more of that you'll begin to see your life change.

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ABOUT ANDREA BROWN:

Andrea is a Professional Speaker, Management Consultant, and Serial Entrepreneur.  She started her first business at the age of 22 and has since had over a dozen business ventures.  She and her husband have been faith driven entrepreneurs since they got married and have built three successful businesses from the ground up while simultaneously raising two young boys and homeschooling.  (So she understands the unique challenge of being a married to your business partner —shout-out to all the other couple-entrepreneurs!!).

She started Podcasting simply to encourage people to stop surviving and start thriving in their health, wealth, and relationships.  But, along the way she has recently felt led to be more vocal about her journey as a female Christian entrepreneur and Christian businesswoman and her family’s journey in business. 

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ADDITIONAL INFO:

You can also find Thrival NOW on YouTube (as a video podcast) here:    / @thrivalnow

For Information About Speaking, Coaching, or Consulting: http://andreabrown.org/

For Media Inquiries: [email protected]

If you are looking for Tips for Thriving in Business as a Christian Woman or want to connect with other Women Christian Business Owners you are invited to join the Facebook Group [Re]Boot for Christian Women Entrepreneurs and Leaders, which Andrea co-hosts. You can sign up for FREE here: https://www.buildingexcellence.pro/page/377295

Fuel Your Journey of Transformation (from Surviving to Thriving) on Social Media with Andrea's Encouragement, Stories, & Wisdom: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrea_norris_brown/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreanorrisbrown

"Your Biggest Problem is Your Greatest Opportunity". — Andrea Brown

Chapters:
00:00:00 - The Impact of Place Energy
00:00:39 - Rediscovered Data on a Road Trip
00:01:18 - The Influence of Surroundings
00:02:00 - The Power of Nuclear Energy
00:02:47 - Finding the Right Pace and Geography for Thriving
00:03:30 - The Power of Surrounding Yourself with the Right People
00:04:14 - Learning from Experienced Entrepreneurs
00:04:59 - Finding Energy in Your Environment
00:05:45 - Finding Alignment With Your Gifts and Talents
00:06:31 - Finding What Energizes You
00:07:25 - Bringing joy through encouragement and challenge

In 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey shares ancient wisdom with the words "Sharpen the Saw". In Sharpen the Saw, Stephen Covery highlights the deep wisdom of slowing down so that you can go faster and farther in life. "Sharpen the Knife in Your Life" is Andrea's modern paraphrase for these words and also her rendition of that wisdom.

ou can also find Thrival NOW on Spotify (as a video podcast) and on Apple Podcasts.

Other Resources:

Chapters:
00:00:00 - The Meaning of "Sharpen the Saw"
00:01:31 - Sharpen the Knife in Your Life
00:03:03 - Learning Knife Sharpening Techniques from my Dad
00:04:32 - The Skill I Practiced as a Child
00:05:40 - Rushed and Overwhelmed at an Event
00:06:42 - The Unexpected Help
00:07:51 - Survival Mode in the Early Years
00:09:08 - Turning humiliation into a learning experience
00:10:23 - The Power of Sharpening the Saw
00:11:42 - Applying Knowledge as Wisdom

Gratitude is a Gateway Emotion that can help you Experience More Joy with a Natural High. Increase Your Dopamine and Serotonin levels by learning to cultivate gratitude in your life. Discover the transformative power of gratitude that can decrease your stress, limit negative thinking and help you savor experiences longer so that you don't lose those fleeting moments.

By harnessing the power of gratitude you can learn to grab the positive power of Gratitude to cycle up in your life into positive thinking and step up to the next level and spiral around with joy and excitement. You can learn to pull yourself out of a negative situation rather than spiraling downward with negative thinking. You can cultivate abundance and joy by embracing the power of gratitude.

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This VIDEO PODCAST is for you if:

—you want to go from survival to “thrival” in your finances… 

—you have started your debt free journey and want encouragement for overcoming challenges financially…

—you want to use your gifts and talents and learn how to prosper with God…

—you want to learn about Christian stewardship, faith and finance, and Biblical principles about prosperity…

—you are at the intersection of God and business / faith, family and finances, and you are studying wealth and money in the Bible…

—you are a faith driven entrepreneur who has been called into business and want to learn how to create a Christian business or build a successful Christian business…

______________________________

ABOUT ANDREA BROWN:

Andrea is a Professional Speaker, Management Consultant, and Serial Entrepreneur.  She started her first business at the age of 22 and has since had over a dozen business ventures.  She and her husband have been faith driven entrepreneurs since they got married and have built three successful businesses from the ground up while simultaneously raising two young boys and homeschooling.  (So she understands the unique challenge of being a married to your business partner —shout-out to all the other couple-entrepreneurs!!).

She started Podcasting simply to encourage people to stop surviving and start thriving in their health, wealth, and relationships.  But, along the way she has recently felt led to be more vocal about her journey as a female Christian entrepreneur and Christian businesswoman and her family’s journey in business. 

______________________________

ADDITIONAL INFO:

You can also find Thrival NOW on YouTube (as a video podcast) here:    / @thrivalnow

For Information About Speaking, Coaching, or Consulting: http://andreabrown.org/

For Media Inquiries: [email protected]

If you are looking for Tips for Thriving in Business as a Christian Woman or want to connect with other Women Christian Business Owners you are invited to join the Facebook Group [Re]Boot for Christian Women Entrepreneurs and Leaders, which Andrea co-hosts. You can sign up for FREE here: https://www.buildingexcellence.pro/page/377295

Fuel Your Journey of Transformation (from Surviving to Thriving) on Social Media with Andrea's Encouragement, Stories, & Wisdom: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrea_norris_brown/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreanorrisbrown

"Your Biggest Problem is Your Greatest Opportunity". — Andrea Brown

Chapters

Andrea invites you to Use Restraint and Dam Up Your Life so that you can Build a Reservoir of Energy to Draw on. She challenges you to decide what your priorities are in life and what is most important and building reserves in your life so that you have energy and resources to draw on when there is an emergency or other challenges.

She shares how important it is to create margin in your life and she speaks about the power of creativity and innovation that come when you have reserves and strength to draw on. This video is all about creating time management strategies using time management skills to change your life. Andrea shares tips that she has found to valuable so that you can manage your life and your time better.

#sabbath #timemanagement #betterlife

This VIDEO PODCAST is for you if:

—you want to go from survival to “thrival” in your finances… 

—you have started your debt free journey and want encouragement for overcoming challenges financially…

—you want to use your gifts and talents and learn how to prosper with God…

—you want to learn about Christian stewardship, faith and finance, and Biblical principles about prosperity…

—you are at the intersection of God and business / faith, family and finances, and you are studying wealth and money in the Bible…

—you are a faith driven entrepreneur who has been called into business and want to learn how to create a Christian business or build a successful Christian business…

______________________________

ABOUT ANDREA BROWN:

Andrea is a Professional Speaker, Management Consultant, and Serial Entrepreneur.  She started her first business at the age of 22 and has since had over a dozen business ventures.  She and her husband have been faith driven entrepreneurs since they got married and have built three successful businesses from the ground up while simultaneously raising two young boys and homeschooling.  (So she understands the unique challenge of being a married to your business partner —shout-out to all the other couple-entrepreneurs!!).

She started Podcasting simply to encourage people to stop surviving and start thriving in their health, wealth, and relationships.  But, along the way she has recently felt led to be more vocal about her journey as a female Christian entrepreneur and Christian businesswoman and her family’s journey in business. 

______________________________

ADDITIONAL INFO:

You can also find Thrival NOW on YouTube (as a video podcast) here:    / @thrivalnow

For Information About Speaking, Coaching, or Consulting: http://andreabrown.org/

For Media Inquiries: [email protected]

If you are looking for Tips for Thriving in Business as a Christian Woman or want to connect with other Women Christian Business Owners you are invited to join the Facebook Group [Re]Boot for Christian Women Entrepreneurs and Leaders, which Andrea co-hosts. You can sign up for FREE here: https://www.buildingexcellence.pro/page/377295

Fuel Your Journey of Transformation (from Surviving to Thriving) on Social Media with Andrea's Encouragement, Stories, & Wisdom: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrea_norris_brown/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreanorrisbrown

"Your Biggest Problem is Your Greatest Opportunity". — Andrea Brown

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Resetting Your Life: Finding Rest and Rebooting
00:00:56 - Reflections at the Dam
00:01:54 - Finding Clarity and Renewal in Sacred Spaces
00:02:59 - A Beautiful Day by the Lake
00:04:07 - The Energy of Protected Waterways
00:05:15 - Building Reservoirs of Energy
00:06:16 - The Power of Water
00:07:15 - Building Margin in Your Life
00:08:12 - The Power of Retreating from the World
00:09:24 - Investing in Yourself and Supporting the Channel