This month’s episode covers a lot of ground. Stephanie and I sit down and talk through what has shifted for us since the last time we recorded, and as it turns out, more has changed than either of us realized when we first sat down at the mics.

I share why I’ve gone back to my early-morning routine at Planet Fitness and how those quiet hours in the car are helping me get into deep flow states again. We talk about the trade-offs that come with that choice, including the time Stephanie and I used to spend together on our morning walks. Stephanie opens up about the changes she’s been making at home, her cleaning rhythm, decorating for Christmas, and how she’s rebuilding habits that got disrupted years ago.

We also talk about what we’re watching right now, including our attempt at Andor, my obsession with Pluribus, and our journey into Season 2 of Stranger Things. It ended up being a fun, honest, wide-ranging conversation that captures exactly where we are, right now, in the middle of life and business together.

In this episode of Building a Life and Business Together, Stephanie and I share what we’ve each been working on and experiencing over the past week.

I open the conversation with an exciting update on a long-awaited project: bringing my Building an Online Business course to completion. This course will become the foundation for much of my future messaging and marketing as I continue helping entrepreneurs build and grow their businesses to the next level. I also talk about the different versions of offers I’m currently considering and how they’ll fit into the bigger picture of what’s next for my coaching and course strategy.

Stephanie shares about her most recent episode of The Thriving Mosaic podcast, episode 75, where she opens up about what it’s like to parent adult children.

She also shares the mental shifts that helped her move through resistance and find her creative flow again , leading her back into content creation.

I also talk about my weekend filled with amateur radio activity and the fun of going bowling with my dad and Matthew, a reminder of how much I value time spent together outside of work.

We wrap up by reflecting on the season one finale of Blood of My Blood and sharing our thoughts on how the story concluded.

It’s a grounded, personal episode that captures what life and business really look like when they unfold side by side.

In this episode of Building a Life and Business Together, Stephanie and I open up about what’s been happening in our personal lives and in our business. We start lightheartedly, talking about her excitement for an upcoming Taylor Swift release in theaters and our family’s long-standing tradition of attending Homearama. We even share a bit of our everyday banter, complete with neighborhood interruptions, geese crossings, and pizza talk.

From there, the conversation takes a deeper turn. I reflect on the past couple of years in our business, specifically the financial ebbs we’ve experienced, the choices that led us here, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. I share candidly about my journey of shifting focus, experimenting with how I show up, and the impact that my spiritual exploration has had on my audience and income.

Stephanie and I discuss the reality of walking through a long ebb season, what it’s taught us about authenticity, and how it’s led me to make a major decision: I’m shifting my professional focus back to the core audiences who first connected with my work, successful entrepreneurs, those in the struggle of building, and aspiring business owners.

I unpack the importance of product-to-market fit, why I’ve decided to lean back into practical, actionable business strategy and mindset coaching, and how this change doesn’t mean abandoning depth or authenticity. Instead, it means meeting people where they are and guiding them from there.

This episode is part behind-the-scenes reflection, part real-time pivot, and part encouragement for anyone who’s navigating seasons of transition in their own work. If you’ve ever wrestled with clarity, messaging, or wondering how to serve people in a way that connects, I think you’ll find this conversation both relatable and inspiring.

In this episode, Stephanie and I share unexpected adventure that took place when both Planet Fitness and Walmart lost power on the same rainy morning.

From there, the conversation flows into our latest binge of Outlander: Blood of My Blood, the way storytelling keeps pulling us into new worlds.

We discuss our thoughts about returning to content creation in the entertainment space.

Stephanie opens up about the tension she feels at home: wanting to launch back into her creative work while also feeling “trapped” by the clutter and unfinished projects in the house.

I share about attending my Aunt Joyce’s memorial service and the reflections it stirred in me about the way we live, the way so many people in the world fight, and the way we often miss the bigger picture of what matters most.

I shared a few updates about my business:

• Why I’m ending this season of my daily “Ask Me Anything” livestreams
• The meaningful connections that came from them
• My plans to reach new audiences by collaborating with peers and creating short-run niche podcasts
• And the big decision to retire the “Pay What You Want” model for the Free the Dream Workshop, moving instead to a clear investment and considering the return of the bonus mastermind day.

In this week’s episode, Stephanie and I invite you to join us on a walk as we catch up on the highlights of our recent days together.

We start with a fun conversation about the Downton Abbey finale movie and why that series has always held a special place in our lives. From the costumes and music to the way it wove history into storytelling, it gave us both a lot to reflect on about changing times and the comforts of today.

From there, we shift into our weekend adventures. We share about our trip to Natural Bridge State Park in Kentucky, where I got to combine exploring nature with one of my favorite hobbies, Parks on the Air, and successfully activated the park from the top of the bridge. Stephanie also opens up about her relationship with heights and what it was like for her to take the chairlift up and down.

Of course, no adventure is complete without great food. We tell the story of discovering Miguel’s Pizza. Stephanie compares it to some of her all-time favorites, and we both agree that it will be hard not to go back there every time we’re in the Red River Gorge area.

Finally, we wrap things up with our thoughts on finishing season seven of Outlander and diving into the new spin-off, Blood of My Blood.

This episode is about more than entertainment or weekend getaways. It’s about how simple, intentional choices, whether it’s carving out time for a movie, a walk, a shared meal, or a trip into nature, build the memories and rhythms of life and business together.

In this episode of Building A Life & Business Together, Stephanie and I take you inside one of the most unique weekends we’ve had in a while.

We start with something lighthearted… Stephanie calling me out for my “old man” sock choice. From there, we dive into a full weekend of dog-sitting chaos. With McKenna home briefly to take the LSAT, and Megan and Jacob away in Chicago, we found ourselves caring for not one, not two, but three dogs. Amelia, their youngest rescue, kept us on our toes with boundless energy and more than a few “accidents.” Maggie, their powerhouse mid-sized dog, reminded us just how strong a 40-pound dog can be. And of course, Leo, our steady companion, kept to his 7:24 AM wake-up ritual.

The whole experience left us both exhausted and laughing, reflecting on how much patience, training, and routine shape not just dogs but also our lives.

We also share our latest thoughts on Outlander. As long-time fans, we’ve noticed a shift in the writing during the second half of Season 7. While the show still delivers breathtaking cinematography and mystery, there are some storylines that left us shaking our heads. Still, the sci-fi elements and time-travel intrigue pulled me back in, and Stephanie and I talk openly about what keeps us watching.

On a personal note, I share an update about being 22 days back into keto. The clarity, energy, and freedom from sugar cravings have been a game-changer, and I reflect on why this lifestyle feels so aligned for me.

Finally, I talk about my amateur radio hobby and how I recently climbed into first place on the Parks on the Air leaderboard for our local park. From bug bites in Burlington to pushing through technical antenna issues in the Smoky Mountains, I share how persistence, adaptability, and a little playful competition make this hobby so enjoyable.

This episode is a mix of family stories, reflections on entertainment, health updates, and the joy of pursuing passions. It’s a glimpse into the rhythm of our life together… chaotic, meaningful, and always full of lessons.

Until next time, we encourage you to live your life on purpose.

In this episode of Building a Life and Business Together, Stephanie and I share a full, behind-the-scenes debrief of the August 2025 Free The Dream Workshop.

I start by setting the scene, beautiful fall-like weather, crisp air, and the kind of day that makes you want to savor every moment.

But the real story begins when we dive into what happened over those two days at the Free The Dream Workshop, where four attendees joined us for a powerful, intimate experience.

One of the most moving parts of the weekend was seeing attendees have life-changing realizations right in front of our eyes. Scott, one of our participants, said he received what he came for within the first two hours. Another attendee, Sara, who admitted she was “dragged there” by her husband, experienced a breakthrough that completely changed how she’ll approach relationships at work moving forward.

We talk about what it was like to watch those moments unfold, and how asking each participant to name their “miracle” at the start set the tone for the entire workshop.

In this episode, I explain why this workshop was structured different. For the first time ever, we offered it as a Pay-What-You-Want event. No set ticket price. No minimum. People could attend for free if they wanted.

We also changed the lunch and dinner format. Instead of sending everyone out on their own, we provided lunch on-site and took everyone out to dinner as a group, creating deeper connections and saving valuable session time.

Stephanie and I share why we’ve decided to limit future workshops to just 10 participants. The August event reminded us how intimacy creates space for deeper breakthroughs, personalized discussions, and the flexibility to follow the energy of the room rather than a rigid agenda.

We also discuss how the interactive whiteboard sessions, spontaneous metaphors, and real-time coaching moments brought our vision to life, successfully transforming this from a traditional conference into a true workshop experience.

We cover what worked well, what we’ll keep the same, and what will change for the upcoming October 17–18 workshop:

• The venue was perfect.
• Asking participants to set their own intentions at the start will now be a permanent part of every future workshop.
• We’ll continue to let the energy of the room guide the agenda rather than forcing a fixed schedule.

If you’ve ever wondered what really happens at a Free The Dream Workshop, beyond the promotional page, this episode gives you the honest, unfiltered story. We share the highs, the surprises, the lessons learned, and why we believe limiting attendance to 10 people will make the next one even more powerful.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly what made August’s workshop unforgettable and why October’s event is shaping up to be our most transformative yet.

If you feel the pull to be in the room, visit FreeTheDreamWorkshop.com to reserve your spot for October 17–18.