Win At Home First

How heavily do you rely on the knowledge that God will provide? When you feel a nudge to go in an unexpected direction, how quickly are you to listen? Or even investigate that nudge? Meredith Arlinghaus talks about just that. There may be those moments when we think "No way! That cannot be what God is telling me to do." But when we throw our reliance on Him, we end up right where we are supposed to be. Today's episode may help you to turn on your listening ears, and tune into what God is nudging you to do.

In this episode, you'll discover…

What is the key trait to winning at work and at home? (1:28)

How to have clarity during life's seasons. (3:20)

Are you listening? (16:15)

Deleting Social Media. (18:25)

Meredith's Bio:

She was working in a traditional accounting role and felt stifled and burnt out. She was missing out on the best years with her family. And she decided it was time for a change.

Meredith decided to take some time off to be a mom and started working part-time for a local non-profit that needed accounting support. In doing so, she realized that her skills were having a huge impact on the organization. Word spread about her skills and she began to scale a full-on outsourced bookkeeping, accounting and advisory business – all while spending more time with her family and achieving her financial goals.

But it didn't stop there. Soon, Meredith was serving 25+ clients and didn't have capacity to take on more clients herself despite near-constant requests.

These business owners had built great businesses, and Meredith wanted to help them experience the freedom to focus on what they do best.

So she had an epiphany: What if she helped other talented accounting professionals break out from the traditional path and do exactly what she had done?

And that's when Empower was born.

Our mission is simple: Pair busy business owners with world-class accounting professionals so that both can experience the freedom to build a career and a life they love.

Learn more at www.empowerap.com

What's Next?

Are you struggling to win at both home and work? Maybe you're crushing it at work, but home life is tough. Or maybe home life is great, but work is challenging.

I want to give you 10 tips that I share with clients. Go to my website at www.corymcarlson.com/subscribe and download your free copy of "10 Ways To Win At Home and at Work."

Have you read 'Rise and Go'?

All leaders get knocked down from time to time, so this is a resource to help you get back up quicker.

Check it out on Amazon.

Also, if you have not checked out my first book, please do! It is called Win At Home First and you can purchase it on Amazon Here. Forbes Magazine rated it one of 7 books everyone on your team should read.

You are not the sole provider of your family. God is. He has that weight and carries you through it. We control the input, God controls the impact. Today's guest Derek Mills reminds us that our responsibility lies in trusting God for the outcome of the hard work we put in. This isn't easy to do as life, stress, and family pressures may get in the way. This episode will be very encouraging for you if you can relate to these pressures.

In this episode, you'll discover…

What is the key trait to winning at work and at home? (2:08)

Why Derek still has his coach. (10:04)

What to do when you feel like everything is on YOU. (15:01)

Deleting Social Media. (18:25)

Origin Story:

If you asked the three Square Cow owners questions like, Why Texas? Why moving? Why 2008? The answer would likely be the same: family. The quest to start a Texas-based, family-owned moving company back in 2008 was simply a quest to bring their family together. That prevailing purpose allowed them to ignore the Texas heat, the seemingly impossible physical requirements of moving, and the worst recession since the Great Depression.

In late 2007, their family was scattered and it seemed that everyone was in need of a career change. Wayne, the patriarch of the family, devised a plan. After learning his oldest daughter was moving to Austin, TX with her husband and small children, he persuaded his son, Wade, and son-in-law Derek to uproot their families and head west to the state where everything is bigger. Kicking the tires of several industries, ideas, and businesses lead them to a fateful meeting that forever changed their lives with the idea of starting their own moving company. With just 2 trucks, 3 family members, and a silly name, Square Cow Moovers was born.

They launched March 1, 2008, to underwhelming results. However, as time passed, the gears of the small business began to grind, and little by little Square Cow grew. Instead of sudden "overnight success", Square Cow grew by a multiple of one. Meaning, the goal became to move just one more sofa, then hire one more driver, then buy one more truck, and launch one more branch…and so on. That commitment to seeing something through was foundational, and would go on to yield well-deserved success. Today Square Cow spans 2 states with seven branches and hundreds of employees. The family grew, and our herd followed.

What's Next?

Are you struggling to win at both home and work? Maybe you're crushing it at work, but home life is tough. Or maybe home life is great, but work is challenging.

I want to give you 10 tips that I share with clients. Go to my website at www.corymcarlson.com/subscribe and download your free copy of "10 Ways To Win At Home and at Work."

Have you read 'Rise and Go'?

All leaders get knocked down from time to time, so this is a resource to help you get back up quicker.

Check it out on Amazon.

Also, if you have not checked out my first book, please do! It is called Win At Home First and you can purchase it on Amazon Here. Forbes Magazine rated it one of 7 books everyone on your team should read.

How vulnerable are you with your kids? How do you encourage them when it comes to their future, goals, or head trash they may have? What are you doing that maybe you aren't showing them, that could help them become better adults? Today's guest Lantz Howard talks about his intentionality with what he shows his kids when it comes to helping others. Not only that, but how important it is to remember why we do the things we do and adjust as our means change. I pray this episode leaves you encouraged, and excited to share more with your kids.

In this episode, you'll discover…

What is your key trait to winning at work and at home? (2:02)

What are some non-negotiables for his family? (3:57)

How Lantz was intentional with his daughter, and why he recommends it. (7:20)

Leaving the security of a paycheck, to become an entrepreneur. (12:00)

Lantz's Bio:

I'm Lantz Howard. Disciple of Jesus, husband to Jessica, father of four amazing girls. I've been blessed in life with an amazing family and a career that I love, helping men like myself do the hard work and pursue personal wellness.

As an executive coach, I can only be effective to the extent that I start with myself. I've been on a journey to maximize my own physical, emotional, and spiritual health since long before midlife. I remember moments driving my minivan with my beautiful wife sitting next to me and four little girls under the age of 6 in the back. Life was good, but also felt very full. I loved being in ministry, but I struggled with taking on too much and allowing the perspectives of others to cloud my inner compass. My body started sending me subtle signals that it wasn't dealing well with the stress: high blood pressure, heartburn, and a severe bout of shingles. I wasn't burning with purpose: I was burning out.

"How the hell am I going to handle all this responsibility?" I wondered. Ironically, I was the one leading groups of men with the same struggles, and they were depending on me to help them find the answers. By leaning into the hard times and choosing to lead with courage, I was able to overcome Impostor Syndrome and craft the life I wanted: a strong body, a passionate marriage, a connected family, and a meaningful career path. Once I stopped letting stress, anxiety, and fear be my main motivators, I was able to experience a lifestyle fueled by joy, peace, and purpose.

The best part of my job is that I get to connect with men like me, tenaciously searching for meaning in midlife. They watch those around them spend midlife coasting, relying on previous momentum, or making bad decisions because they sense a problem but don't know exactly what it is. My clients are unwilling to settle for anything less than functioning fully alive. They pursue physical health as a way to add vibrant decades to their lives, and emotional health as a means to build strong relationships and keep growing in meaningful ways. I guide people to maximum flourishing in all areas of life.

Learn more on his website.

Follow Lantz on LinkedIn

What's Next?

Are you struggling to win at both home and work? Maybe you're crushing it at work, but home life is tough. Or maybe home life is great, but work is challenging.

I want to give you 10 tips that I share with clients. Go to my website at www.corymcarlson.com/subscribe and download your free copy of "10 Ways To Win At Home and at Work."

Have you read 'Rise and Go'?

All leaders get knocked down from time to time, so this is a resource to help you get back up quicker.

Check it out on Amazon.

Also, if you have not checked out my first book, please do! It is called Win At Home First and you can purchase it on Amazon Here. Forbes Magazine rated it one of 7 books everyone on your team should read.

What is a servant leader? How can we be more submissive to what our path is? Today's guest John Handelsman talks about learning how to follow first, as it may not come naturally to us. He did not grow up in a faith-forward family, so hearing his journey to faith and leadership is very inspiring. Enjoy today’s episode. 

In this episode, you’ll discover… 

Why Win at Home First? (1:20)

What is the key trait to winning at work and at home? (2:50)

Why was John’s way not working anymore? (6:55)

How did John do strategic planning differently after being committed to God? (19:40)

John’s Bio:

With nearly 40 years of experience in specialty finance, CRE, private equity, strategic leadership, and consulting, John has a proven track record of private business investing, and in leading such businesses to success and growth in value. Most recently, he was CEO of Commonwealth Ventures, where he led the successful and over-subscribed $29M growth capital seed round for CRDV, the national development arm of COhatch.

Prior to Commonwealth, John was the Chairman and CEO of The Garage Group, a boutique innovation consultancy to the F500 in the CPG, Food & Beverage and Financial Services industries, which was sold in a successful management buyout in June 2021.

His PE experience came as co-lead on a $40M raise of Fund II for Brixey & Meyer Capital, where he also served as Operating Partner for both Funds I and II, including leading the establishment of governance and strategic planning, and serving as Chairman on many of the boards. He was also an Operating Partner for a family office based in Cincinnati, as they started to build their specialty finance portfolio.

John won EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 1999 during his time as Founder, President, and CEO of The Vaughn Group, Inc., a Cincinnati-based commercial equipment finance company for which he raised multiple rounds of private and institutional capital and that he successfully exited to a public bank in 2003.

For over 20 years, John has and continues to serve on many for-profit and faith-based nonprofit governing and advisory boards.

What's Next? 

Are you struggling to win at both home and work? Maybe you’re crushing it at work, but home life is tough. Or maybe home life is great, but work is challenging. 

I want to give you 10 tips that I share with clients. Go to my website at www.corymcarlson.com/subscribe and download your free copy of “10 Ways To Win At Home and at Work.”

Have you read ‘Rise and Go’?

All leaders get knocked down from time to time, so this is a resource to help you get back up quicker. 

Check it out on Amazon.

Also, if you have not checked out my first book, please do! It is called Win At Home First and you can purchase it on Amazon Here. Forbes Magazine rated it one of 7 books everyone on your team should read.

What would happen, if you made it a point to take care of your soul? What does it mean to take care of your soul? Today's guest Greg Woodard encourages every leader out there, to do just that. By taking care of your soul, Greg believes that your family, team, and those around you will be taken care of on a whole new level. Enjoy today's episode.

In this episode, you'll discover…

What is the key trait to winning at work and at home? (1:09)

What is self-leadership? (1:33)

What did God 'speak' to Greg? (9:35)

Sit, and be reflective (13:00)

Greg's Bio:

Hi, I'm Dr. Gregory Woodard. Reaching a place of alignment in the deepest part of who you are and your leadership can be frustrating, exhausting, and confusing. But that doesn't have to be your story.

I've spent more than two decades working to understand myself and my vocation at the deepest levels. Turns out, that calling was to coach value-driven leaders to build a legacy of extraordinary contribution.

I am an Endorsed Soul Driven Leadership Coach, and a 22-year military veteran retired as a Navy Chaplain. I hold a Doctor of Ministry in Leadership Renewal & Coaching from Regent University and most importantly, I am a devoted Christian, husband, and father.

Together, we will discover your true self and what God has for your life purpose and your leadership. So you can step forward into the next chapter of your life boldly, with:

Alignment between who you are and what you do

Boldness in your choice of vocation

Conviction in the deepest part of your being

It's time to live your best life and lead out of your calling.

Learn more: https://page.gregwoodard.com/

What's Next?

Are you struggling to win at both home and work? Maybe you're crushing it at work, but home life is tough. Or maybe home life is great, but work is challenging.

I want to give you 10 tips that I share with clients. Go to my website at www.corymcarlson.com/subscribe and download your free copy of "10 Ways To Win At Home and at Work."

Have you read 'Rise and Go'?

All leaders get knocked down from time to time, so this is a resource to help you get back up quicker.

Check it out on Amazon.

Also, if you have not checked out my first book, please do! It is called Win At Home First and you can purchase it on Amazon Here. Forbes Magazine rated it one of 7 books everyone on your team should read.

Are you just as intentional at home, as you are at work? Today I sat down with David and Stu. We touched on intentionality, humility, and trust. Trusting in the process. Trusting in the promptings we receive. Trusting in God. Today's encouragement is to take time to think about the effects of the hard work you put out, that you don't see. You control the input, God controls the impact.

In this episode, you'll discover…

What is the key trait to winning at work and at home? (1:31)

You never know the ripple effect. (7:13)

Staying vulnerable, and open to change. (13:36)

Which promptings do we follow? (28:05)

Stu and David's Bio:

When we (Stuart and David) decided to start a business, our early conversations were not about goals for self-employment, profits, or wealth. The initial conversations were about how to create a faith-based business focused on giving back to the Church and community that would enable financial freedom for its customers and team members. Being active-duty military members at the time of The Kinetic Man Mastermind's inception, we wanted to focus on serving those who serve this country, hoping to provide a path to financial independence that would give military members options to continue serving or transition from their respective service, a choice based on desire rather than need.

We have a passion for serving, giving, real estate investing, and enjoy the benefits of owning income-producing real estate. On the foundation of our faith and passions, we knew we could provide a superior experience by simply ALWAYS being honest with our clients and our team. The Kinetic Man Mastermind is the result.

Website: https://thekineticman.com/

What's Next?

Are you struggling to win at both home and work? Maybe you're crushing it at work, but home life is tough. Or maybe home life is great, but work is challenging.

I want to give you 10 tips that I share with clients. Go to my website at www.corymcarlson.com/subscribe and download your free copy of "10 Ways To Win At Home and at Work."

Have you read 'Rise and Go'?

All leaders get knocked down from time to time, so this is a resource to help you get back up quicker.

Check it out on Amazon.

Also, if you have not checked out my first book, please do! It is called Win At Home First and you can purchase it on Amazon Here. Forbes Magazine rated it one of 7 books everyone on your team should read.

There's a time to keep quiet, and a time to speak. As leaders, we may tend to be conversation controllers. But what would happen if you sat back and listened to the stories of those around you? Alan Hendy speaks so highly about his dad, and what he has learned from him. How he has accomplished so much, but is a listener more than a talker, and the blessings that have come from that.

In this episode, you'll discover…

What is the key trait to winning at work and at home? (1:10)

Why Alan makes it a priority to spend time with his father. (2:46)

How does Alan remain vulnerable? (16:53)

How he makes homes and lives better through his work. (24:42)

Alan's Bio:

I have been blessed with great experience working for firms in the banking/financial services industry and insurance industry outside the family business of Neal's Design Remodel.

Working every day with my family and my father is the greatest gift I have been given. To spend time with them and enjoy my work makes this the best career I could have imagined...Small family business is the backbone of America and we are very glad to be part of it.

Website: https://neals.com/

What's Next?

Are you struggling to win at both home and work? Maybe you're crushing it at work, but home life is tough. Or maybe home life is great, but work is challenging.

I want to give you 10 tips that I share with clients. Go to my website at www.corymcarlson.com/subscribe and download your free copy of "10 Ways To Win At Home and at Work."

Have you read 'Rise and Go'?

All leaders get knocked down from time to time, so this is a resource to help you get back up quicker.

Check it out on Amazon.

Also, if you have not checked out my first book, please do! It is called Win At Home First and you can purchase it on Amazon Here. Forbes Magazine rated it one of 7 books everyone on your team should read.

Today's episode is one for the books. Jeff Standridge is a father, entrepreneur, and man strong in his faith. We uncover many points that Stan uses in his day-to-day life, that help him stay focused, resilient, and in check. At one point during our conversation, Jeff brings up just how great it is that his adult children still make an effort to be very active in their lives. With smaller children at home, I knew I could learn a thing or two on making sure that happens in my household. Enjoy today's episode.

In this episode, you'll discover…

What is the key trait to winning at work and at home? (1:16)

How does Jeff stay true to himself? (2:20)

Leveraging The Five Capitals (9:24)

Balancing faith and family(17:10)

Jeff's Bio:

Dr. Jeff D. Standridge helps organizations and their leaders generate sustained results in the areas of innovation, strategy, profit growth, organizational effectiveness and leadership.

Formerly a Vice President for Acxiom Corporation, he has led established and startup businesses in North & South America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Jeff serves as Managing Director for the Conductor, Co-founder of Cadron Capital Partners, and teaches Entrepreneurial Finance & Innovation Leadership in the College of Business at the University of Central Arkansas.

Dr. Standridge has been an invited speaker, trainer, and consultant for numerous companies, institutions, and organizations across five continents. He is also a two-time best-selling author of "The Innovator's Field Guide: Accelerators for Entrepreneurs, Innovators & Change Agents" and "The Top Performer's Field Guide: Catalysts for Leaders, Innovators & All Who Aspire to Be."

Prior to his business career, Jeff spent more than a decade in healthcare, serving as an Assistant Professor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and as a member of the Angel Flight Helicopter Transport Team at Arkansas Children's Hospital. He is also retired from the U.S. Army – Arkansas Army National Guard. Jeff holds the Doctor of Education with special work in Leadership & Organizational Development, as well as a Master of Education with special work in Human Resource Development.

What's Next?

Are you struggling to win at both home and work? Maybe you're crushing it at work, but home life is tough. Or maybe home life is great, but work is challenging.

I want to give you 10 tips that I share with clients. Go to my website at www.corymcarlson.com/subscribe and download your free copy of "10 Ways To Win At Home and at Work."

Have you read 'Rise and Go'?

All leaders get knocked down from time to time, so this is a resource to help you get back up quicker.

Check it out on Amazon.

Also, if you have not checked out my first book, please do! It is called Win At Home First and you can purchase it on Amazon Here. Forbes Magazine rated it one of 7 books everyone on your team should read.

When was the last time you asked your parents for advice? Today's guest Nick Dadas brought up the fact that despite him being a father himself, he still wants to ask his dad on his thoughts when he is about to make a big decision. His reason? Because he knows that his dad has been through life, and has made a lot of the decisions that he is debating on making. If your parents are still around, consider asking for their opinion. This was just one of the points I enjoyed from today's episode.

In this episode, you'll discover…

What is the key trait to winning at work and at home? (1:57)

How does Nick fight the drift? (2:49)

How Nick stays focused with multiple companies. (13:50)

Avoiding "more more more." (19:26)

Nick's Bio:

Like all parents, as our children approached school age we started thinking about education. We wondered if a traditional school would continue to nurture their passion, curiosity, and love of learning. Will it help them become confident, independent, gritty, and self-aware? Will school prepare them for a fulfilled, successful life in the 21st century?

When we learned about Acton Academy, we thought 'if that existed in Cleveland, we would definitely send our children there!' We were intrigued by the idea of the Hero's Journey, of learners with freedom to own their own experience, and of a tight-knit community of learners holding each other accountable. The standards of excellence are high, and success is not about completing worksheets or memorizing facts for a test. The goal is bold yet simple: every child will find their God-given calling to change the world.

After over a year of prayer and discussion, we decided to use our entrepreneurial, business background to follow a calling to bring the Acton model to Cleveland. We wanted this for our children and for other families that desire a new, innovative approach to education!

Please contact us at [email protected] if you want to learn more about starting your own Hero's Journey with Acton Academy Lakeside.

What's Next?

Are you struggling to win at both home and work? Maybe you're crushing it at work, but home life is tough. Or maybe home life is great, but work is challenging.

I want to give you 10 tips that I share with clients. Go to my website at www.corymcarlson.com/subscribe and download your free copy of "10 Ways To Win At Home and at Work."

Have you read 'Rise and Go'?

All leaders get knocked down from time to time, so this is a resource to help you get back up quicker.

Check it out on Amazon.

Also, if you have not checked out my first book, please do! It is called Win At Home First and you can purchase it on Amazon Here. Forbes Magazine rated it one of 7 books everyone on your team should read.

How much do your kids know about their grandparents? Or their great-grandparents? What stories are you telling them to keep their accomplishments, resilience, and impact alive? Today's guest Bill High discussed the importance of this, and how it can change the trajectory of your child's life, and generations to come. I know he inspired me to reach out and learn more, and I look forward to hearing how this episode inspires you.

In this episode, you'll discover…

What is the key trait to winning at work and at home? (1:26)

Why is it pertinent to know your story? (1:51)

How Bill helps these families. (9:43)

What is Legacy Stone? (16:35)

Why kids who know their ancestor's stories, thrive. (27:19)

Bill's Bio:

With over 35 years of work experience in the fields of law, philanthropy, and nonprofit leadership, I have been passionate about helping families and organizations create lasting impact and legacy. As the president of 7 Generation Legacy, I have worked with families to improve their relational health, structure, and training, based on biblical principles and practical tools. Previously, I served as CEO of a charitable foundation where I helped empower thousands of donors to support causes that align with their values and vision.

I have also been an official member of the Forbes Nonprofit Council, where I have shared my insights and best practices on nonprofit management, fundraising, and innovation. I have also authored and co-authored several books on generosity, spirituality, and history, and have been recognized as one of the top 25 speakers in philanthropy.

My core competencies include family legacy consulting, leadership, nonprofit organizations, and management, and I have developed multiple skills in these areas throughout my career. My mission is to inspire and equip others to live a life of generosity and purpose, and to contribute to the transformation of communities and cultures.

I value collaboration, integrity, and stewardship, and I seek to bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the teams and organizations I work with.

What's Next?

Are you struggling to win at both home and work? Maybe you're crushing it at work, but home life is tough. Or maybe home life is great, but work is challenging.

I want to give you 10 tips that I share with clients. Go to my website at www.corymcarlson.com/subscribe and download your free copy of "10 Ways To Win At Home and at Work."

Have you read 'Rise and Go'?

All leaders get knocked down from time to time, so this is a resource to help you get back up quicker.

Check it out on Amazon.

Also, if you have not checked out my first book, please do! It is called Win At Home First and you can purchase it on Amazon Here. Forbes Magazine rated it one of 7 books everyone on your team should read.