Today's episode is one that will inspire you to take steps towards that dream project you have. Ali runs a specialty food company with her husband and had to make big decisions, and big sacrifices to get there. They both had successful jobs as engineers, so it took a lot of faith in god and their 'why' as they made the decision to quit their jobs, and move toward this dream. They chose to live on just one salary and save all of that money because they wanted to work together towards a meaningful...
Oct 04, 2022•31 min
Today’s episode with Chris is a great one– especially if you are thinking about diving into something new! Chris is bi-vocational. Meaning, that he’s got a full-time job, but is also pursuing a dream. Chris has an organization called The Lion Within Us, he’s got a podcast, courses, all kinds of stuff and he’s going for it! We talk about what that looks like, just to step into something new, and have success in your current job as well as win at home first. Chris is where a lot of listeners are- ...
Sep 20, 2022•33 min
Todays guest, is a return guest! Jason Lippert had his first appearance on Win at Home First back in January of last year. You can listen to it here . Today, we talk about how his company has now grown from 11,000 to 15,000 employees, and how he maintains a great culture. Not only does he allow them time off when needed, but supplies them with great resources to help them grow as people, and put their families first. How does he do this? Grab your notebooks because today is a good one. I look fo...
Sep 06, 2022•35 min
Today’s episode with Alex Demczak is an inspiring one! He went from a full-time employee with Veterans United– a very large mortgage company– to being a full-time author and speaker. Alex talks about the process, seeking wisdom from other people, discerning when to go, and it’s a great conversation for anyone looking to maybe do something different or do something bolder in their life. We talk about a moment in his life when he had to go to the doctor because his heartbeat was racing due to all ...
Aug 23, 2022•38 min
Today I am joined by Quincey Fox who I met through a master class with Jordan Raynor. I always find it interesting and encouraging when a successful leader is in business with their spouse. And that’s exactly what Quincey and her husband are doing! They run GFS Investments and have one daughter, and are winning at work and winning at home. I’m looking forward to reading your feedback on today's episode. Enjoy. Quinceys Bio: Quincey is a born-again Christian, as well as a wife and a mother. She r...
Aug 09, 2022•28 min
Today I am joined by Mark Phillips. He is the founder of Eleven Tribes Ventures- which invest in start-up companies. What’s so interesting about Mark is he enjoys leadership that is faith-forward. He is very strong in his faith and they are also strong believers in the mental health of leaders. They even put money aside when they invest in companies to put towards the mental health of these founders. We came across one another through a company called Ocean, and after every conversation, I leave...
Jul 26, 2022•37 min
Today’s episode with Josh Wildman will push you to live out your faith more both at work and at home. Josh is CEO of a company with 300 people and they’ve got God in their vision statement! This is a sensitive topic in today's cancel culture, so our conversation was very eye opening to me, so I am confident you will find it of value as well. Josh also shares some stories of how he listens too God and takes bold moves based on what he’s hearing. For example, Josh took a three-month sabbatical in ...
Jul 12, 2022•35 min
I met today's guest on Linkedin and learned quickly that we have very similar values. After a brief conversation, I knew I wanted to learn more about him and his business. Elliot is in business with his wife and they started a company of their own in March of 2020 before we all knew how COVID-19 would impact everything. We talk about the ups and downs of this and how they got through it– they even drove for UberEats! This story is very helpful to all of us as we have all experienced highs and lo...
Jun 29, 2022•35 min
I met today's guest Judd Semingson through the Jordan Raynor Mastermind program. We really connected over faith and family as he is a husband and father of 2. Judds' story is really interesting, as he entered the CEO role in the Healthcare field in January 2020- Just one month before COVID-19. He talks about the adjustment needed when you don't plan on a worldwide health crisis, as well as balancing family life with work. Especially during trying times. Sit back and enjoy! In this episode, you'l...
Jun 14, 2022•37 min
I met this week's podcast guest, Jennifer Faust, during our interview process for her to join the Aruna Board of Directors. Aruna is a non-profit I have had the privilege to serve on the Board of Directors for the last few years. Aruna provides sustainable employment to women freed from sex trafficking in India. These freed women make incredible bags, purses and headbands that sell very well in the US. Go check them out here :) Well, when we had the chance to interview Jennifer, it was a slam ...
May 31, 2022•45 min
This week's episode is awesome! You may have supported today's guest if you've ever ordered from art.com or posters.com . Josh Chodniewicz was the Founder and CEO of these popular sites until he sold them to Walmart!!! Before Josh sold to Walmart, he was able to grow his company to 1,000 employees, 20 million different paying customers, and over 3 BILLION dollars in sales! So he knows what it is like to run a huge business! We cover a lot of ground on this podcast as he is a wise and humble man....
May 14, 2022•40 min
In this episode, you’ll discover… The key trait to win at work and win at home (1:54) As an entrepreneur, what would you have done differently at the start of your company (2:50) How do you set boundaries to give yourself time to focus on things other than work (10:02) When did you know you needed to hand over your story for a greater story (15:25) Josh’s Four Pillars of Success (19:34) Josh Holstein’s Bio: Josh Holstein is the Founder & CEO of CellARide, an award-winning Midwest technology ...
May 03, 2022•34 min
Here is some hard truth... The company will be fine without you. The nonprofit you volunteer for will be fine without you. Your family WILL NOT be fine without you. Yes, we need to work hard. Yes, we need to serve. However, we can't overwork and overserve at the expense of our family. This was just one of many pieces of wisdom that this week's podcast guest shared. Amy Connor has been a Brand Manager at P&G, then Vice President of Marketing for Lenscrafters. Amy is also a wife, a parent, plu...
Apr 19, 2022•36 min
I met Renji Bijoy about 6 years ago when he was a participant in the Ocean accelerator and I had the opportunity to speak a few times to the cohort. I immediately hit it off with Renji. First of all, he is a very personable individual, however, there are two things that stood out to me. First is how radical his business idea was (and still is too many of us). The second is how strong his faith was (and still is)! Both of those ideas caused me and will cause you to think and dream bigger. As for ...
Apr 05, 2022•38 min
As humans, we tend to take the path of least resistance. Now, since this email is sent to business leaders, then let's set the record straight. We are all pro-active, 'go get 'em', type leaders - so l know we don't usually take the path of least resistance on purpose! Instead, it an unintended consequence for our hard work in another area and we just need to catch our breath! What I see in my own life, is if I am working hard on a work project, then I may take my foot off the gas in investing in...
Mar 22, 2022•20 min
In December, I had the opportunity to speak at the GameDay event in Birmingham, AL. Where about 100 business leaders came together to plan out their personal and professional life for 2022 The night before the event, we had a speaker's dinner with the hosts and the emcee. The emcee was Martin A. Briggs, who is this week's podcast guest. I had the privilege to sit next to him and hear some of his story. I was encouraged and inspired to say the least. He is very strong in his faith, a family man, ...
Mar 08, 2022•32 min
Did you have a bad week? Or maybe a few bad weeks? I know for me, there have been some bad weeks at various times these last two years. However, this week's podcast guest, Steve Montgomery, gave me a new perspective on what a bad week is. In 2009, Steve had 3 awful events take place in a matter of 10 days! First, his wife calls him informing him that she just had just miscarried their first baby. The very next day, Steve was a part of a mass layoff at work. So unemployed and grieving the loss of...
Feb 23, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 89
A few months ago, my family and I were watching an episode of 'Shark Tank' and to our surprise, there was a Cincinnati company on there! William and Kristen Schumacher are founders of Uprising , a company that makes healthy chips and bread. I enjoyed watching them on the show and hearing their company story - but I was more intrigued they were doing this as husband and wife! So, I had to reach out because these are my kind of people! Business leaders who are also strong in their faith and wantin...
Feb 08, 2022•47 min
In this episode you’ll discover: How do you hold people accountable? (6:53) Wakeup call in the form of anxiety (17:06) What's your Ebenezer? (21:19) Does coaching actually work? (24:55) Are you Listening? (27:00) How can you be confident, and vulnerable? (31:41) Jim Samocki's Bio Jim Samocki serves as the President at Doran Manufacturing and responsible for leading the third generation privately-held company, owned by Jeff and Todd Stegman. Jim and his wife, Michelle and have two school age daug...
Jan 26, 2022•38 min
It is great to be announcing another podcast episode! I made a LinkedIn post ( check it out here ) last week about why I needed to take a break from my podcast for a few weeks. Throughout the year, I review all of my efforts to see what I should do ‘more of’ as well as ‘less of’. Well, the podcast was one that got the ‘less of’ vote. I hit pause on it for 6 weeks as it was affecting my mind – when I got great feedback, it went to my ego; or I felt defeated if my downloads decreased from the prev...
Jan 12, 2022•43 min
In this episode, you’ll discover… What not to do when you feel emptiness. (8:20) Our now matters now. (10:35) Do you believe that god has the “Night Shift”? (13:20) Progress, over perfection. (17:58) Relationship THEN responsibility. (22:50) Share the wins and losses. (25:22) Who over what. (30:01) What is an identity ceremony? (32:09) Are you crushing it at work but struggling at home? If you want to learn how to win at home, then go to https://CoryMCarlson.com and download your free copy of “1...
Dec 08, 2021•37 min
In this episode, you’ll discover… Why humility is the single most important trait for leaders today — both at work and at home (2:39) The one question to ask yourself before walking to your home after work that neutralizes petty arguments before they happen (5:45) The “Simmer Down” secret for humanizing your business and attracting new customers and team members in droves (6:29) How developing your values and character can ease your anxiety and depression (11:55) Why trusting your feelings fills...
Dec 01, 2021•39 min
In this episode, you’ll discover… Why asking more questions makes you a better leader at work and at home (1:35) The weird “side-by-side” communication secret that brings you closer to your spouse and children (4:12) How mowing your lawn without earbuds rejuvenates your spirit after a long, stress-filled week (8:18) Why God wants you to have abundance with your health, finances, and family (even if it seems like He doesn’t) (13:01) The wicked way your desire for control keeps you trapped in a sc...
Nov 24, 2021•36 min
In this episode, you’ll discover… The “Spiritual Balance” secret to winning at work and at home (1:51) How spiritual warfare beefs up its attacks on you when you’re trying to do good (and how to prevent it from sabotaging your life and marriage) (6:12) Why spending time in scripture before doing anything else “primes” your brain to reach its full potential (15:15) The simple “One Verse” exercise that makes diving into scripture less overwhelming (15:55) How to keep your teenagers engaged spiritu...
Nov 17, 2021•49 min
In this episode, you’ll discover… Why having humility gives you an unfair advantage at winning at home and at work (and how to practice humility) (2:12) How being the CEO at home pushes your family away (and how to step back without sacrificing your leadership) (3:48) The “listen with your eyes” secret that prevents work from distracting you when you’re with your kids (6:30) The weird way overcoming an opiate addiction makes success in business and with God easier (10:05) The insidious way being...
Nov 10, 2021•38 min
In this episode, you’ll discover… Why treating your family like your co-workers improves your marriage and your relationship with your kids (2:03) The “Never Empty-Handed” approach that makes your wife feels appreciated (6:46) The service mindset shift that strengthens your marriage more than weekly date nights (9:42) Why taking a new job that pays half of your current salary makes you more fulfilled and closer to God (especially when making less money is scary) (12:34) How working from home can...
Nov 03, 2021•39 min
In this episode, you’ll discover… Why discipline makes you a “super dad” (even when you have a million other things to take care of) (4:28) How setting expectations with your family and team prevents one of them from stealing too much of your time (6:23) Why selfishness rips marriages apart in unexpected ways (and how to use your marriage to become selfless) (9:42) The “Partnership Trick” that makes your wife happy when you go to happy hour networking events (10:28) How to bounce back in your fa...
Oct 27, 2021•55 min
Show highlights include: The question that gives you instant clarity on how to grow your business without sacrificing your marriage. (6:35) How to empower your team to find giant opportunities in your biggest challenges (even when your entire industry shuts down) (22:48) Why thinking, brainstorming and reading can grow your business more than reinvesting all your profits (32:40) How to “rejoice” and bounce back from business problems by giving your problems to God (44:25) Are you crushing it at ...
Oct 20, 2021•50 min
In this episode, you’ll discover… Why being a parent is harder than being a CEO (and how humility makes both jobs easier) (4:06) How figuring out your children’s “love bank” helps you avoid having agonizing regrets as they grow up (5:55) The insidious way many parents use travel as a way to relax from parenting (11:16) How to guide your children towards their full potential (without being overbearing or too critical) (13:43) The weird way being desperate helps you get closer to God (and how to a...
Oct 13, 2021•42 min
In this episode, you’ll discover… How humility and respect go hand in hand when leading your team and your family (2:19) The counterintuitive reason adding your faith to your company’s value statement opens more doors than it closes (even if you think it’ll make you lose customers) (10:15) How having “healthy tension” in your business pushes your company to grow (14:14) The subtle mindset shift to make in your prayers that helps you align with God’s plan for your life (16:11) 2 simple ways to mo...
Oct 06, 2021•43 min
