The Becoming Together Podcast

This week, we sit down with Mark Nehrenz, the founder of OKC Good, an organization that inspires action through storytelling. We talk about how he got into making documentaries, how his worldview was expanded, the challenges he has faced in starting an organization and much more!  To learn more about OKC Good and connect with what they are doing, just click the following links:WebsiteFacebookYoutube If you are enjoying the podcast, would you share it with someone who you think would benefit from it? Thank you! More on Becoming:WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram

On this episode, we discuss what it means to rest. We talk about why it's so important for all us to lead and to live out a place of rest. What does the Bible have to say about rest? What does it really look like for us to rest? We take a stab at the topic of R E S T on episode #17.  What is one way that you rest? Let us know on Instagram or on Facebook! If you are enjoying the podcast, would you share it with someone who you think would benefit from it? Thank you! More on Becoming:WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram

This week, we got to hang out at The Lodge, a co-working space in downtown Franklin, TN. While we were there, we go to sit down with Amanda Lawrence who co-founded it with her husband. We hope you enjoy this interview with her as we discuss how they met, how they started The Lodge, some challenges they have faced some advice for young entrepreneurs and more! Learn more about The Lodge:WebsiteInstagramFacebook More on Becoming:WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram

Our story isn't perfect. It isn't what we would have written on our own, but it's better than we could have imagined. In this episode, we talk about the first two years of marriage, the different health struggles we have faced, how we discovered a healthier lifestyle and what we have learned along the way. We want to hear your story! Send us a message or share your story on the Dream Corner of our website. We need to do this together!  More on Becoming:WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram  

The protests in Charlottesville may be over, but the conversation has just begun. This week, we sit down with Alonzo Malvarez to discuss what happened this past weekend, but more importantly, how we can all be apart of racial reconciliation. This one is important. Don't listen to this and just go on with life. Listen to this and change. 

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On this week's episode, we talk to Brannon Shortt, a young leader and a pastor at Saddleback Church in Los Angeles, California. Brannon embodies what it means to continually chase after God-sized dreams and become all that He has created him to be. We think you will be challenged and encouraged by this conversation! Notable takeaways: - Calling is where the world's greatest hunger meets your greatest burden. - In order to be intentionally present, you have to be intentionally absent. - If you want to effectively lead others, you have to build trust over time.- Relationship is more important than position. - Being welcoming doesn't matter if people don't feel known.- People don't interrupt ministry, people are ministry.- Character is what matters as a young leader. - Success can be defined as surrender. Follow Brannon:InstagramMore on Becoming:WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram

Anxiety and depression have for many years been topics that most people have chosen to ignore or have thrown out overly simple fixes for. We believe that we need to learn how to have honest and helpful conversations around these topics. On this weeks episode, Ashley shares her personal story of walking with anxiety. She beautifully shares with honesty that's is wrapped in hope and truth. We believe it will be an encouragement to you! If this episode is a blessing to you, would you share it with someone who would also be encouraged by it? Thank you! If you are personally struggling with anxiety or depression, we would love to be able to talk with you. Feel free to reach out to us.  If you are contemplating bringing harm to yourself, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 More on Becoming:WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram

We talk to Alan Fadling, the author of An Unhurried Life and an Unhurried Leader. He is also the founder of Unhurried Living, an organization that helps people rest deeper, live fuller and lead better. On this episode, we break down what that really looks like in everyday life and what happens when we live and lead from a place of restfulness instead of hurriedness. Click here to check out Unhurried Living. To purchase An Unhurried Life click here. To purchase An Unhurried Leader click here. If this episode is helpful to you, would you share it with at least one friend and take a moment to rate and review this podcast? It would mean the world to us! More on Becoming:WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram

Craig and Ashley discuss a recent trip they took and how it challenged their view of true success. What does true success look like? It is much bigger than followers or money. Let's be a community that chases success that really matters. More on Becoming:WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram

On Episode #9, we get to have a conversation with Matt Perman, the author of What's Best Next. He also leads an organization by the same name. We talk about how to be effective in the workplace, how to pursue true calling, tips on becoming more productive and much more. Trust us, you do not want to miss this one. If it's helpful to you, please share it with a friend! Key Notes: 5 Levels of calling:PersonalFamilyChurchSocietyWork Productivity is really about doing good works. Your strengths should give you strength. Balance is when all areas of your life are working together.  Keys to doing the right things first:Know why you're hereKnow what you want to accomplishKnow your strengths Define your three most important things to accomplish each day. Actions Steps:Define your missionReview mission weekly - Have a time of weekly planningPlan your day at the beginning of the day - Determine your three most important tasksBe consistent More about Matt:WebsiteTwitterLink to buy book More on Becoming:WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram    

On this episode, Craig and Ashley discuss what it means to live intentionally. It's such a struggle to live in the moment and really love people well. Often we get held back by wanting to get to the next thing or just get to the weekend. What if we embraced every moment as an opportunity to love people well and to make an impact? Action steps: 1. Remind yourself in every interaction throughout the day that "this moment matters". 2. Fight to be present when you wish you were somewhere else.  On this weeks becoming; Spotlight we talk to Kristen Hardwick. You can discover more about her by clicking the following links: WebsiteFacebookInstagram If this podcast is helpful to you, would you take a moment to subscribe, rate and review so we can get the word out? Thank you! More on Becoming: WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram Keep chasing God-sized dreams and becoming all that God has created you to be!

This is part 2 of our conversation with Shaun Bennett, the co-founder and CEO of LabeLive! You can learn more about LabeLive by clicking here. Some of the topics we hit are: 1. How he built culture at LabeLive.2. The importance of having structure and systems early on.3. His journey to health.4. What he reads and why he reads a book a week.5. Some exciting new things he is chasing after. And so much more! Click here to buy Essentialism by Greg McKeown. Whether you are a business owner, a young leader, a dream-chaser or someone who just wants to lead better, this interview is going to be perfect for you. If this podcast is helpful to you, would you take a moment to subscribe, rate and review so we can get the word out? Thank you! More on Becoming: WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram Keep chasing God-sized dreams and becoming all that God has created you to be!

On this episode we get to hear from Shaun Bennett, the co-founder and CEO of LabeLive. You can learn more about LabeLive by clicking here. There was so much to talk about that we made this a two-part interview with the second half releasing on Thursday. Make sure to subscribe to receive it automatically! Shaun throws down some amazing wisdom as he shares his story of starting LabeLive. Some of the topics we hit are: 1. His journey to starting LabeLive.2. How businesses need to adapt in order to keep millennials in the workforce.3. When and why you need need a business plan.4. What to do if you aren't reaching your business goals. And so much more! Whether you are a business owner, a young leader, a dream-chaser or someone who just wants to lead better, this interview is going to be perfect for you. If this podcast is helpful to you, would you take a moment to subscribe, rate and review so we can get the word out? Thank you! More on Becoming:WebsiteInstagramFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram Keep chasing God-sized dreams and becoming all that God has created you to be!  

On this episode, we discuss the adventures of Leo, using our words well and we have our first ever becoming; Spotlight where we interview someone chasing their dreams. All of us have a superpower called words. However, we often use them to tear others down instead of using them to build others up. Why? Because we are insecure and jealous. Both of those come out of placing our identity in the wrong things. We first have to discover our true identity before we can build others up consistently. What would happen if we built a culture of celebration and encouragement? We hope to find out!  Segment times:1:20 - The Adventures of Leo8:20 - Using Your Super Power29:20 - The becoming; Spotlight  The becoming; Spotlight: Heather Sahli From Heather: I'm a 29 year old single mom and own Blush & Pearls Studios in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Blush & Pearls Studios focuses on weddings and events providing planning & design services, custom stationery, photography, floral design, and day of coordination. My daughter is my greatest inspiration and motivation. She's the most incredible little person and relentless! She reminds me to enjoy life, smile, and push forward with a relentless never back down attitude. In my down time you can find me with a Starbucks planning my next business move or reading Pride & Prejudice for the millionth time. You can find out more about her by visiting the following:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFacebook If this podcast is helpful to you, would you take a moment to subscribe, rate and review so we can get the word out? Thank you! More on Becoming:WebsiteFacebook PageBecoming; InstagramAshley InstagramCraig Instagram

Interview Part 2: We are joined by a great friend, Kyle Banks! Kyle is a serial entrepreneur and in this second half of our interview we get to hear about his journey from leaving 9 Fruits to becoming a Youth Pastor, advice for young leaders and entrepreneurs and some new adventures he is embarking on! Takeaways:1. What are you passionate about? Align your dreams and pursuits with that. 2. Don't be afraid to "fail". 3. No matter where you are at, you are able to live "on mission". Action Step: Ask yourself what you are passionate and spend some time thinking about how that can align with what you are chasing after. If this podcast is helpful to you, would you take a moment to subscribe, rate and review so we can get the word out? Thank you! More on Becoming:WebsiteFacebook PageAshley InstagramCraig Instagram Keep chasing God-sized dreams and becoming all that God has created you to be!