In this episode, Tim shares what he calls the 3 R’s: Rest + Replenish + Reenergize. He shares the importance of each, ways to embrace and apply each to your life, and questions for you to ask yourself as you consider where you are in relation to the 3 R’s in your life. The 3 R’s: Rest – for contemplation + reflection Replenish – it’s all about getting filled back up Reenergize – fresh vitality, impetus, a moving force, impulse and stimulus RESOURCES: Quote – “If we could learn how to balance res...
Mar 08, 2018•31 min
Never underestimate your ability to improve your life. With imagination, creativity and an open mind you can take steps toward the life you desire. In this episode, Tim shares 8 (plus one bonus) ways to put yourself on the pathway toward a better life and a better you. HERE THEY ARE: Take on your fears – Appropriate and inappropriate Exercise your right to choose and embrace change with your belief and desire Admit your mistakes and failures – Share and not get caught Refine your goals – S.M.A.R...
Mar 01, 2018•30 min
In this episode, Tim has a great conversation with Lisa Carpenter about her new book, “Let’s E.A.T!, behaviors, control, perfectionism and life transformation. This is a fruitful conversation that gets deep quick. Lisa brings a tremendous amount of wisdom, life experience and love for others. ABOUT LISA: Lisa Carpenter, CNC, CSNC, Pn1, CPT, is the secret weapon for the frustrated dieters and driven achievers of the world. As a nutrition and life coach, she empowers her clients to connect deeply ...
Feb 22, 2018•1 hr 17 min
In this episode, Tim has a great conversation with Jen Hemphill around the Money, Money Mindset, Money Stories, and Money Headquarters. Jen shares practical tips for anyone who wants to look at their bank account, and build confidence no matter where you are in your ‘Money Story.’ ABOUT JEN: Who I am: Mom, wife, mentor, money coach, entrepreneur What I do: Teach, speak & write about making the best life and not letting money be an obstacle towards this but rather how to use it to live the li...
Feb 13, 2018•1 hr 8 min
On this episode, Tim has an Uphill Conversation with Laurie Vaquer on her journey from civil engineering to a traveler to experiential cooking entrepreneur. Laurie was born in France. At the age of 25, she moved to Africa and found a job there. She is a civil engineer and worked in Real Estate in the Ivory Coast and DR Congo for four years until she decided to quit her well-paid job at age 30 to start a company. The company is a platform connecting food enthusiasts + travelers with local cooks t...
Feb 05, 2018•1 hr
On this episode of Uphill Conversations, Megan and Tim discuss brain plasticity, mindfulness, thoughts and emotions and how they relate to stress – mentally and physiologically – with Melanie Greenberg. Melanie Greenberg, PhD is a practicing psychologist, author, speaker, and life/business coach, with more than 20 years of experience as a clinician, professor, and researcher. A recognized expert on stress management, and health and relationship challenges, she draws on neuroscience, mindfulness,...
Jan 29, 2018•1 hr
In this episode, Tim and Megan have an Uphill Conversation with Tyler Harris on his journey of self-discovery, strength in vulnerability and waging war on personal change. In the last 3 years, Tyler Harris has gone from unemployed to $700k/year by waging war on personal change. In that same time, he got married, had his first child, and started a church. He is the National Coordinator of a life insurance company that serves our nation’s heroes- First Responders. A year ago, Tyler began documenti...
Jan 22, 2018•57 min
In this episode Tim and Megan have an Uphill Conversation with Lee McDerment on facing and going through crisis, embracing life and discovering your purpose. Lee has been on staff at NewSpring Church since the very beginning in 2000. As the very first hire, Lee was NewSpring’s Worship Pastor for 15 years, then in 2015 transitioned to being our Creative Arts Pastor. Now he is serving NewSpring as the Campus Pastor for Greenville. Lee’s favorite calling in life is being a husband to Ali and a dad ...
Jan 15, 2018•51 min
In this episode, Tim and Megan have an Uphill Conversation with Dr. Neeta Bhushan on empathy-based solutions and emotional GRIT. Neeta Bhushan is an Emotional Health Educator and Executive Performance Coach to global leaders and CEOs as well as thousands of women from all walks of life . She’s written a best-selling book called Emotional GRIT: 8 Steps to Master Your Emotions, Transform Your Thoughts and Change Your World and the co-author of The Book of Coaching: For Extraordinary Coaches . Show...
Jan 08, 2018•34 min
On this episode, Tim and Megan have an Uphill Conversation with Terry Obgurn on hard work, determination and courage in the face of uncertainty. Terry Ogburn is the renowned owner and Lead Business Coach of Ogburns Business Solutions. His proprietary coaching system and personal devotion to the development of others has contributed to the success of hundreds of small to large business ventures. Read his full bio here. Show Notes: Terry’s background and how he started his own business Terry’s cor...
Jan 01, 2018•49 min
In this episode, Tim and Megan have an Uphill Conversation with Dr. Gregory Pickett and Jamie Patterson on innovation and its impact on education and students. Gregory Pickett is senior associate dean of the College of Business at Clemson University. In this role, he oversees all business functions for the college including marketing and PR activities, business affairs, and human resource functions. Pickett also serves as Director for Clemson’s MBA Program and the college’s Greenville ONE operat...
Dec 18, 2017•49 min
On this episode, Tim and Megan have an Uphill Conversation on the importance of team members knowing their roles in order to achieve investment and buy-in. Show Notes: “If team members don’t know their roles, how can they feel invested? If they don’t see themselves in the picture, why should they buy into it?” – John C. Maxwell Must be intentional as build out team to know the value that each team member brings, and thy must know as well Create a culture where people can authentically be themsel...
Dec 11, 2017•42 min
On this week’s episode Tim and Megan have an Uphill Conversation around dreams and what stops us from discovering them. We share four common reasons people have trouble identifying their dream(s). Show Notes: Some people have been discouraged from dreaming by others Being realistic doesn’t mean giving up your imagination for what you desire Be intentional about pursuing things that move you towards your dream Make things a priority and be disciplined in those things Some people are hindered by p...
Dec 04, 2017•27 min
Following the Thanksgiving holiday, Tim and Megan have an Uphill Conversation on progress, limits + creating margin – physical and emotional. Show Notes: As a society we are overwhelmed, overcommitted and over-stressed The promise and peril of progress Humans have a limited amount of resources – physical, financial, emotional, mental and spiritual Type-A people don’t view margin as a necessary reserve, but rather as a gap to be filled Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should Living your lif...
Nov 27, 2017•42 min
In this episode, Terra Winston joins us for an Uphill Conversation on how each of us shows up in our daily lives – at work and home – and our ability to all “hold power.” Terra Winston, Ringleader of inTerractions and Principal of inTerract Consulting, has dedicated her life to helping her clients unleash the potential of each employee. She is a leadership consultant and executive coach with 20 years of internal and external business consulting experience. Terra has a flexible style that has dri...
Nov 20, 2017•55 min
In this episode we speak with Jonathan Parker on the Art of the Conversation and creating great vocal art through curiosity, asking great questions, listening and sharing. Jonathan Parker is a creative thought-leader and influencer who has a captivating story about why the Art of the Conversation became important to him. Originally from New England, Jonathan did not speak until almost five years old; and then became an adult who is known for engaging conversations and powerful public speaking. H...
Nov 13, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Matthew Rollins joins us for an Uphill Conversation on his journey from playing baseball to his current life as an entrepreneur. He is carving his own path and going up against giants in a very established industry. Matthew Rollins was a four-year starter for North Greenville University, playing centerfield and hitting leadoff the majority of his college career. After his time at NGU, he had the rare opportunity to play professionally. Though the majors never came calling, Matthew’s love for the...
Nov 06, 2017•50 min
Melissa Knaus joins us for an Uphill Conversation on making innovation and technology approachable – especially for women and female entrepreneurs. Melissa Knaus is an entrepreneur, patent expert, and business coach with a passion for helping women create the businesses they dream of leading. When she traded in her full-time office job to start a company and patent her first product, there was a lot she didn’t know. But what she did know was much more powerful – that she needed a massive lifesty...
Oct 30, 2017•44 min
Greg Centineo joins us for an Uphill Conversation on living life by design and continuously seeking and discovering who are and who you want to be. Greg Centineo is the man CEOs call upon to turn great ideas into reality through thoughtful team leadership and the ability to attract large numbers of people to a common goal. Greg is a frequent public speaker, including at the University of Miami, and a highly sought after consultant by large ventures – primarily advising C-level executives on lead...
Oct 23, 2017•51 min
Chris Breen joins us and shares his journey of self discovery and entrepreneurship. He greatly values continuous learning and realizes the power of investing in oneself. Chris and his wife Amy have been successful entrepreneurs for 20 years. They currently operate 2 construction companies, a construction management firm and coach other entrepreneurial couples like themselves. Chris is a Certified Trainer in Training with Wake Up Warrior and has a passion for men to live up to their purposes. The...
Oct 16, 2017•47 min
In this episode, we have an Uphill Conversation with young professional, entrepreneur and business owner Bud Torcom on authentic connection, relationships and values in an increasingly automated and digital world. Bud Torcom is the CEO and co-founder of Mazama Media, a digital marketing agency that offers high-quality social and digital media solutions for businesses. Mazama Media focuses on the individual needs and personalities of clients to create unique and engaging social media content, and...
Oct 09, 2017•1 hr 2 min
Josh Elledge joins us for an Uphill Conversation on the power of serving others and giving of oneself as a means to grow your business and achieve your dreams. Josh Elledge is the Chief Executive Angel at SavingsAngel.com and helps consumers get discounts and upgrades on everything through his syndicated newspaper column with 1.1 million readers and on TV in 75 cities. He’s been in the media more than 1500 times. Josh now turns digital entrepreneurs into media celebrities at upendPR.com . Full b...
Oct 02, 2017•53 min
Elizabeth Dulberger joins us for an Uphill Conversation on her entrepreneurial journey. She shares how, while she is a guide, she also learns from her clients. An innovative and results-driven Leadership Advisor, Executive Coach, Professional Industry Speaker and Published Author, Elizabeth combines her passion and extensive industry knowledge to educate, train and motivate current and future leaders through her seminars, workshops, and industry events. Her unique, intuitive and no-nonsense appr...
Sep 25, 2017•1 hr
Camille Preston, PhD, PCC joins us for a conversation on igniting peak performance. We discuss energy, awareness and our capacity to create more flow. Camille is a leadership expert. She understands where people are, what is happening to them, and how to be their best selves most quickly. Camille specializes in helping people unlock their capacity for excellence, action, and impact. Her clients learn to lead—and live—better. A psychologist by training, Camille is masterful in recognizing underly...
Sep 18, 2017•55 min
Allison Carmen joins us for an Uphill Conversation on “The Gift of Maybe.” We discuss how Maybe had changed her life and the lives of others by allowing them to remain open to possibilities. As a life coach, business consultant and author, Allison Carmen has developed the simple life philosophy called “Maybe” to help people deal with the uncertainty of life. She has successfully applied the philosophy to help her clients, who range from entrepreneurs and owners of multi-million dollar companies ...
Sep 11, 2017•44 min
Self-described rule breaker and system disrupter Damion Lupo joins us for a conversation on reinvention, relationship, impact, and finding the edge. A financial transformation thought leader, Damion is a born entrepreneur with his first business at age 11, he’s started and sold dozens since, ranging from insurance to real estate and personal development. Founder of his own martial art, Yokido , and holder of 3 other black belts. Damion paid for his first rental house with a VISA, bought 150 hous...
Sep 04, 2017•49 min
Tim and Megan have a winding and thought-provoking conversation where they discuss working with different styles, compatibility, relationships and being intentional. Are you living your life on purpose? Show Notes: Memorable 8/21 total eclipse moments for us in Greenville, SC Know yourself, be yourself Importance of discussing differences natural and adaptive work + social styles Advantages and disadvantages of being a solopreneur vs. having a partner One is to small of a number to accomplish an...
Aug 28, 2017•56 min
Brian Knox joins us as we continue to celebrate our 1 Year Anniversary. Find out how Brian was instrumental as an accountability partner in the launch of this podcast and how he inspires and helps others in his daily life. Brian is a guy determined to focus on the good things in life. He’s 38-years-old, has been married for 15 years, and is the father to two daughters (8 and 5). He’s worked at Habitat for a little over a year and it is the exact place that he needs to be. After 17 years in corpo...
Aug 21, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Live from the Exchange Co. Coffee bar and bake shop in Simpsonville, SC, Tim and Megan chat and laugh a LOT with two of our friends, loyal listeners and ride-along partners Jon McConnell and Nathan Gamble. Show Notes: Brief history of our interconnecting and different relationships How Jon and Nathan help pre- and post-show, audio testing, fun and great feedback and ideas Keeping the office environment productive and fun Podcasting experience and tricky interview moments Importance of being able...
Aug 14, 2017•1 hr 2 min
After a year of podcasting, we are celebrating our One Year Anniversary! In this episode, we turn the mic around and interview Co-host Tim Pecoraro. He talks about his love of people, leadership, and growth through adversity. Show Notes: What has changed in Tim’s world since the very first episode Tim’s joy in helping and uplifting others Doing the right thing is subjective It takes hard work to change your circumstances Behavior follows belief and self-belief is incredibly important What drew T...
Aug 07, 2017•56 min
