Born to Impact

This past week we celebrated the life of one of my closest friends and former podcast guest, John Ruhlin, who we lost very suddenly at the young age of 44.  John left behind his wife Lindsay, and four daughters, Reagan, Blakely, Saylor, and Layton.  Please pray for his family and loved ones during this tragic time. To honor John and his legacy, we wanted to pull his episode from our archives and republish it today.  Whether it's your first time listening, or if you've heard the episode before, there is so much practical wisdom shared on how to love people and cherish relationships that it's worth listening again and sharing with those you love most.  Please enjoy the podcast, and God bless you all!   Get ready for a fascinating conversation with John Ruhlin! Today, John Ruhlin joins us to discuss Giftology, the science of gift-giving. John Ruhlin is the founder of Giftology and the world’s leading authority on maximizing relationships and loyalty, both personal and business, through radical generosity. He is also the author of the best-selling book “Giftology” and a highly sought after keynote speaker. John and Giftology have been featured in and on Fox News, Forbes, Fast Company, Ink Magazine, and the New York Times. A short list of John’s many clients include: Raymond James, the Chicago Cubs, and Caesars Palace. Even more, John is a loyal husband, a loving father of four, an amazing friend, and an all-around stellar human being living out a Born to Impact life firsthand. In this episode, we discuss: -Why gifts are so important -How to build your relationship plan -How to avoid giving bad gifts -Why unexpected gifts are best -The “look before you leap” of gift-giving And so much more. John’s story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it. Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes release each week! After listening, connect with John on Instagram @JohnRuhlin, and be sure to check out Giftology at https://giftologygroup.com/

Get ready for a stellar couple conversation with Josh & Haley in the third episode of this BTI-exclusive series!     Joel and Katrina Marion are on a mission to interview the most successful couples they know to bring you practical, actionable marital advice and nuggets of wisdom on how to help your marriage last the test of time.     In this third of several interviews with married couples, we discuss: -The key to de-escalating arguments before they begin with "I" vs "You" -How to support one another through a career switch -Why & how to build a foundation of trust -Overcoming fear, trusting God, and getting married through a stage four cancer diagnosis -The importance of communication especially when it's difficult And so much more.     Josh & Haley's story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.     Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes are released each week!

Prepare for wisdom from 30+ years of marriage with Todd & Deborah in the second episode of this BTI-exclusive series!   Joel and Katrina Marion are on a mission to interview the most successful couples they know to bring you practical, actionable marital advice and nuggets of wisdom on how to help your marriage last the test of time.     In this second of several interviews with married couples, we discuss: -Why Better *is* perfect  -What it means to "set your creed" -How to balance the roles of marriage to find fulfillment -The importance of physical touch -The importance of praying & practicing faith together And so much more.     Todd & Deborah's story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.   Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes are released each week!

Prepare for illumination with the power couple Garth & Hannah in this new BTI exclusive interview series!     Joel and Katrina Marion are on a mission to interview the most successful couples they know to bring you practical, actionable marital advice and nuggets of wisdom on how to help your marriage last the test of time.     In this first of several interviews of married couples, we discuss: -Why every couple needs a "safe word" (it's not what you think) -How to navigate both marriage AND business simultaneously (even as co-owners!) -What it means to listen more, and let go of being right for being loved -How to navigate and respect differences in opinions, even on faith -The unique challenges and triumphs of step-parenting And so much more.     Garth & Hannah's story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.     Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes are released each week!

This week we continue the conversation we started last week with Joel & Katrina Marion. If you missed part 1, be sure to go back and give that a listen before listening to this episode.     In part two of this two-part episode, we go over the last three steps on how you can align yourself closer to God's will and live in peace. - How action beats anxiety  - Why you need to give yourself the grace to have a bad day - While God's promises might be immediate, the realization of those promises may take time And so much more.     After listening, please be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as we return to releasing new episodes each week!

Hello everyone and welcome back. Back! To another exciting episode of The Born To Impact Podcast.     After over a year of hiatus, Joel & Katrina Marion are here to kick off Born To Impact's return with seven practical steps you can take today to navigate life's difficulties and align yourself closer to God's will.     In part one of this two-part episode we go over the first four: - How to trust God - Why we need to surrender - What it means to anchor in the past - How to recognize who you are, as well as who is with you     And so much more.   These steps will inspire you, uplift you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.     Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as we return to releasing new episodes each week!

This week we continue the conversation we started last week with Levi Lusko. If you missed part 1, be sure to go back and give that a listen before listening to this episode. After listening, please check out Levi's most recent book, the Last Supper on the Moon, and visit his website at www.levilusko.com

Prepare for an exhilarating conversation with Levi Lusko!   Levi Lusko is the lead pastor, and founder of Fresh Life Church. A multisite church located in Montana, Utah, Oregon, and Wyoming that started with just 14 people in 2007 and now impacts tens of thousands of people every single week.   Levi is a highly sought-after international speaker, having ministered at dozens of conferences with more than 20,000 people in attendance. Levi has also been featured all throughout the media, including globalleadership.org, focused on the family, daystar.com, PBN, Relevant Magazine, Outreach Magazine, and Collide Magazine just to name a few.   Additionally, he's the bestselling author of multiple books, including Through the Eyes of a Lion, Swipe Right, I Declare War, Take Back Your Life, Roar Like a Lion, and most recently The Last Supper on the Moon.   But most importantly, Levi is a family man, loyal husband, and loving father of five children who is living out the Born to Impact lifestyle firsthand.   In this 2-part episode, we discuss:   -The transformative power of faith   -Why everyone, even those raised Christian, need to discover god for themselves   -How to overcome fear by running towards difficulty rather than away from it   -How to navigate grief, loss, and anger with God   -Why you should have faith in God's plan   And so much more.   Levi's story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.   Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes release each week!   After listening, please check out Levi's most recent book, the Last Supper on the Moon, and visit his website at www.levilusko.com

This week we continue the conversation we started last week with Schea Cotton. If you missed part 1, be sure to go back and give that a listen before listening to this episode.   After listening, please check out the documentary "Manchild: The Schea Cotton Story", available free on YouTube, Amazon Prime, and on many other streaming platforms. Please give him a follow on Instagram as well @scheacotton.  

Prepare for inspiration with Schea Cotton!   Schea Cotton is a former professional American basketball player, current player development coach, and keynote speaker.   He is regarded as perhaps the greatest high school basketball player of all time mentioned in the same conversations as legendary players such as LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. In just his sophomore season Schea led Mater Dei High School to a 36 to 1 record as well as to the California State Championship. That same year he was named Cal High Sports Division One Player of the Year, the only sophomore ever to be awarded that honor as a 10th grader.    The following season, despite only playing 11 games due to a hand injury, Schea was named a Parade First Team All-American, the highest possible honor for a high school basketball player.    Due to a series of unfortunate events, Shay's college career was delayed and despite being one of the most heavily followed and recruited high school basketball players of all time, never played in the NBA.   In this 2-part episode, we discuss: -How hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard -Why the greatest of players often come from the humblest of beginnings -What happens when you put in the work that others don't -How to deal with unexpected obstacles -The importance of acknowledging both your weakness and strengths And so much more.   Schea's story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.   Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes release each week!   After listening, please check out the documentary "Manchild: The Schea Cotton Story", available free on YouTube, Amazon Prime, or on any other streaming platform. Please give him a follow on Instagram as well @scheacotton

This week we continue the conversation we started last week with Patric Young.   If you missedpart 1, be sure to go back and give that a listen before listening to this episode.     After listening, please check out Patric's foundationhttps://www.py4foundation.org/, and followhim on Instagram @patricyoung4

Get ready for an eye-opening conversation with Patric Young!   Patric Young is a former professional American basketball player and current ESPN college basketball analyst.   In 2010, Patric won the state championship with Providence School, up against Tampa Prep 63-46, securing his school's state title. Born and raised in Jacksonville Florida, Patric was recognized as a McDonald's all-American, one of the most prestigious awards for high school basketball players.     He went on to play college basketball at the University of Florida under legendary coach Billy Donovan winning multiple awards, including the SEC scholar-athlete of the year from 2012 - 2014.   Patric went on to play professional basketball in Europe from 2014 to 2020, beginning a new career in broadcasting starting in 2021, and is currently working as a studio host for the SEC Network's college basketball coverage at ESPN.   Patric was involved in a serious car accident in Nebraska in June 2022 that left him paralyzed from the waist down, which has given him a new perspective in life. Shortly after his accident, he founded the Patric Young Foundation to aid and support others who have suffered life-changing injuries. Patric's outlook on life, positivity, gratitude, grit, and resilience have inspired many.    Most importantly, Patric is an incredible human being, a loyal husband and father, who is truly living out the born-to-impact lifestyle firsthand.    In this fantastic two-part episode, we discuss: -The importance of humility -How to be a pro -Why the world needs more servant leaders -How the more you serve, the more you receive -What it means to faith it till you make it  And so much more.   Patric's story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.   Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes release each week!   After listening, please check out Patric's foundation https://www.py4foundation.org/, and follow him on Instagram @patricyoung4

This week we continue the conversation we started last week with Dane Cook. If you missed part 1, be sure to go back and give that a listen before listening to this episode. After listening, please check out his new comedy special, Above it All, visit his website: https://www.danecook.com/, and follow him on TikTok or Instagram @danecook

Get ready for an inspiring conversation with Dane Cook!  Dane Cook is a forward-thinking, highly animated, decorated, hilarious, award-winning, chart-topping, standup comedian and American film actor.   Dane is the creator of six different comedy albums and multiple specials, including the platinum title, "Harmful if Swallowed", as well as "Retaliation" which went double platinum, selling more than 2 million copies in the United States alone.    In addition to his standup career, Dane has also starred in numerous popular films such as Mystery Men, Waiting, Employee of the Month, Good Luck Chuck, Dan in Real Life, Mr. Brooks, and My Best Friends Girl, as well as being the lead voice role in the Disney animated films, Planes, and Planes: Fire & Rescue.   His new comedy special, Above it All, is out now and is available to stream on Apple Music, iTunes, Spotify, and via his website DaneCook.com. Even more than all of his comedic accolades, prowess, and accomplishments, Dane is a down-to-earth cool dude with a ton of wisdom to share from his life experiences, living out the Born to Impact lifestyle firsthand.   In this excellent two-part episode, we discuss: -The importance of inspiration -How life is about more than simple success  -Why you need others to reach your goals -How life happens for you, not to you  -What it means to be rich in relationships    And so much more.   Dane's story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.   Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes release each week!   After listening, please check out his new comedy special, Above it All, visit his website: https://www.danecook.com/, and follow him on TikTok or Instagram @danecook

This week we continue the conversation we started last week with Father Stavros. If you missed part 1, be sure to go back and give that a listen before listening to this episode.   After listening, please check out his book “The Heart of Encouragement, 176 Reflections to Build You Up and Empower You to Build Up Others” (launching Monday!), and visit his website: www.prayerteam365.com. 

Get ready for a life-changing conversation with Father Stavros!   Born in Whittier, California, Father Stavros graduated from Whittier College with a degree in History and then graduated from the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Seminary with a Masters of Divinity.   Ordained a deacon in 1997 and a priest in 1998, father Stavros has served at our church in Tampa Florida since September of 2004. Over the past 18 years, he has more than doubled the size of our parish, from 220 families to over 450 at present. Father has now co-directed St. Stephens summer camp for teens in the Metropolis of Atlanta for the past 21 years. He's also written a daily reflection called The Prayer Team that gets emailed to thousands of people each day.   These prayer team reflections have now resulted in the publication of seven books with two more at publishers. The books he has written include but are not limited to: Let All Creation Rejoice: Reflections on Advent, the Nativity and Epiphany, The Road Back to Christ: Reflections on Lent, Holy Week and the Resurrection, Blessed is the Kingdom, and so much more. Now on November 7th, his brand-new book “The Heart of Encouragement, 176 Reflections to Build You Up and Empower You to build up others”, will hit Amazon worldwide on November 7, 2022.    But most of all, Father Stavros is a loyal husband to his wife Lisa, and a caring father to his son Nicholas. He's an inspiring man of faith, a true servant of God, my fearless leader, and an incredible friend living out the Born to Impact lifestyle firsthand.   In this groundbreaking two-part episode, we discuss: -How God has a calling for everyone -Why you shouldn't worry about the Joneses  -How to overcome adversity as a survivor and not a victim -The two sides of social media  -The importance of encouragement    And so much more.   Father Stavros’s story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.   Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes release each week!   After listening, please check out his book “The Heart of Encouragement, “176 Reflections to Build You Up and Empower You to Build Up Others” (launching Monday!), and visit his website: www.prayerteam365.com. 

This week we continue the conversation we started last week with Lisa Bilyeu. If you missed part 1, be sure to go back and give that a listen before listening to this episode.   After listening, please check out Lisa's book "Radical Confidence: 10 No-BS Lessons on Becoming the Hero of Your Own Life", give her Podcast: "Women of Impact" a listen, and swingby her Instagram: @lisabilyeu

Live your best life with Lisa Bilyeu!   Lisa Bilyeu is the co-founder of the popular protein bar and snack company Quest Nutrition, which sold in 2019 for a one billion dollar valuation (that's a billion with a B)!   She also is the co-founder and CEO of Impact Theory and Impact Theory Studios, a digital media production company focused on empowering content, and the host of the Woman of Impact podcast, a show featuring women who have overcome incredible hardship to achieve massive success.    Lisa has amassed over five hundred million views on social media, reaches over 5 million subscribers and followers via her social media channels, and has been featured all over the media from Forbes, to Cosmopolitan, to INC. Magazine, NBC, and more. On May 10th her brand new book: "Radical Confidence", will hit bookstore shelves nationwide.    But most of all, she is a loyal wife, an inspiring human being, and an incredible friend, living out the Born to Impact life firsthand.   In this 2-part episode, we discuss: -How to escape the Purgatory of the Mundane  -Why average is a disease   -How to have difficult conversations  -The process of shifting to a better identity  -How to handle what you sacrifice for your dreams    And so much more.   Lisa's story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.   Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes release each week!   After listening, please check out Lisa's book "Radical Confidence: 10 No-BS Lessons on Becoming the Hero of Your Own Life", give her Podcast: "Women of Impact" a listen, and swing by her Instagram: @lisabilyeu

This week we continue the conversation we started last week with Jenna Kutcher. If you missed part 1, be sure to go back and give that a listen before listening to this episode.   After listening, feel free to visit Jenna's website https://jennakutcher.com, give "The Goal Digger Podcast" a listen, and swing by her Instagram: @jennakutcher

  Just be yourself with Jenna Kutcher!   Jenna Kutcher is a Podcaster, a course creator, a business owner, a renowned speaker, and a mother making an impact on millions of people all over the world.  She is the host of the top-ranking marketing podcast "The Goal Digger" with more than 60 million downloads and in her online business, she has led more than 90,000 students through her paid and free courses.  Jenna reaches more than 1.4 million people across her social media channels and has been featured all across modern media from entrepreneur magazines such as Forbes and USA today as well as a featured spot on the Today Show.  Even more, she is a loyal wife, a loving mother, and an incredible friend living out the Born To Impact lifestyle firsthand.    In this 2-part episode, we discuss:   -How you're never too deep into a career to switch  -Why you are your own big break! -How to fight burnout  -The essential importance of setting boundaries  -How to overcome the fear of being a beginner    And so much more.   Jenna's story will inspire you, encourage you, and pull you even closer to living the life you were born to live ... don't miss it.   Even more, be sure to subscribe to the Born to Impact podcast to ensure you get notified as new episodes release each week!   After listening, feel free to visit Jenna's website https://jennakutcher.com, give "The Goal Digger Podcast" a listen, and swing by her Instagram: @jennakutcher