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EP 75 Growing a Thriving Business For Entrepreneurs, Dreamers and Hard Workers

Hey Mama,
Now that the kiddos are back to school what will you do with those few, free minutes?
Work out? Eat? Binge watch tv? Read? 
OR, step into your next stage of greatness? Today's episode lays out how to grow a great business by having the mindset of a farmer!
I give you a framework of 10 sustainable growth principles.
1- Decide to plant despite difficulty.
2- Make a plan and lay it out.
3- Plan for results. What do you want to see happen?
4- Weed out distractions.
5- Show up, stay humble
6-Geet and keep new clients.
7- Weed routinely. Get rid of fear, self-doubt, internal negative thoughts.
8- Have patience and keep on keeping on.
9- Harvest, Can, Freeze, Share or Sell
10- Enjoy the fruit of your labor!
Here's to being an awesome Farmer in the Dell and having a strong harvest in your business! 
Come let me know in our Facebook group what business you are launching. We will cheer you on and help you along the way!Join The Productivity and Proverbs 31 Facebook Group Join My Mailing List and Grab Some Freebies Connect socially and leave me a DM @kathylanham
Great Resources:
Failing Forward by John Maxwell
Developing the Leader Within You 2.o John Maxwell
Organized Chaos
Believing in you!
Kathy
 

EP 74 Great Questions To Help Decide the Best Extra Curricular Activities For Your Kids

Hey Sweet Mama!
Kids are back in school, you have a schedule and FINALLY you have some control again! Or not. Enter the hectic scene of the "extras"!
All the extra choices and options of the things you can do AFTER school! Art, music, sports, drama, 4-H, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, AWANNAs, Girls Club, Boys Club, Horse riding lessons, part time jobs...the list seems endless. 
The pursuit of passion, fun and fitness can be overwhelming and exhausting.
If that's where you are standing, or sinking, then give today's lesson a thoughtful listen. Today, I share questions I wish I had really asked myself before we got into the cycle of continuous motion.
**Warning, hard introspection may be needed and egos checked at the door beside the cleats.
Cheering you on from the microphone sideline!
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Blessings,
Kathy
 
 

EP 73 Money Stress Or Financial Peace An Interview with Hannah Porter

Hey Sister Friend!
Quick, if you had to name one issue that causes the most problems in your marriage what would it be?
If you thought or said, "Money" you are definitely going to want to listen in today as I interview Hannah Porter,  an Advisor for Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace.
Hannah shared how the 7 Baby Steps taught in the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace Program works.
Dave Ramsey's 7 Budgeting Baby Steps
Step 1: Start an Emergency Fund of $1000
Step 2: Pay off debts using the debt snowball method.
Step 3: Complete Your Emergency Fund. 
Step 4: Invest 15% to Save for Retirement. 
Step 5: Save for your children's College Funds. 
Step 6: Pay Off Your House Early.
Step 7: Build Wealth and Give.
Today's episode is practical and full of hope. If you need help to make sense of financial drama, out of control spending and too much month at the end of your paycheck you want to stay tuned.
You don't need to be local to KY to benefit  as Dave Ramsey's ministry is international.
Please drop your questions in the comments below or shoot me a DM! We are all better together!
Resources:
Dave Ramsey Website
Total Money Makeover, Dave Ramsey (Book)
Financial Money Makeover (Workbook)
Baby Steps Millionaires (Book)
Financial Peace Jr. Game for kids
Questions for Humans  (Game for couples, parents and kids, friends)
Freebies: Kathy's website
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Blessings,
Kathy

EP 72 15 Great Back to School Traditions to Try

Hey Mama!
As the excitement or dread of a new school year approaches, have you given any thought to some traditions you can start to celebrate new beginnings?
Does the thought of adding one more thing to your list wear you out?
If so, kick back and listen to this episode that is full of real and practical ideas (that I have tested out and done!) to get a little jump start or motivation. 
No need to do them all of course, pick one or two that seem doable and jump in. I've included resources to help make it easier!
Get messy, have fun, make memories!!
Here's to some great learning, a great schoot year and some awesome memories ahead!
Please drop your great ideas in the comments below or shoot me a DM! We are all better together!
Resources:
Back to School Sign (1)
Back to School Sign (2)
Back to School Sign (Option 3)
Premade Lunch box notes
Cute Scratch off Notes
Dinosaur Notes
Youger kids lunch box (MANY options!)
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Blessings,
Kathy

EP 71 10 Ways To Support Teachers This School Year From Teachers To Parents

Hey Mama!
Nobody loves your child better than you! Grandma is a close second, but right up there on the daily is your child's teacher!
In today's episode I give you some practical ways to encourage and support those heroes on the front line.
Who, depite low pay, long hours and disrespect show up anyway-to teach and love on your kiddos.
Who choose not to leave for a better paying job, but stay the course.
Who give you a break as you run your busy life!
As another school year gets started, I am encouraging you today to put your best impulses into action. Not just for the first few weeks, but for the long haul. The whole school year!
Here's to some great learning ahead!
Please drop your great ideas in the comments below or shoot me a DM! We are all better together!
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Blessings,
Kathy

EP 70 Back To School Easy Success Habits For A Great Year

Hey Mama!
Has your school year started? 
Whether it's the exciting pre-K days or the high school years going back to school can be a challenge.
You are trading in long sunshiney days of fun in the sun for backpacks, new crayons, schedules and generally a little chaos and cray!
What if you had some systems or habits that you trained your kids and yourself to follow for a smooth and seamless school year? Tiny, little incremental habits that you incorporate on the daily that makes all of life a bit easier. Check out these charts to help keep you on track Homework and Chore Charts 
For whole life, I also loved using Melissa and Doug's magnetic, stand up Responsibility Charts
Today's episode take a look at just that. Doesn't matter if you are a "first timer" to the school routine or an old pro (or grandma) here's some ideas for success.
Don't forget I have some freebies for you over on my website!
Have you checked out my study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode. 
New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31
Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com
Resources to checking out:
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything
Laundry and Cleaning Chore Charts
Homework and Chore Charts
Kids Bookcase and Reading Nook
Rotating Desk Organizer
Kids Weekly Clothes Organizer
Outside Bike Stand and Toy Organizer
Snack and shelf organizers
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Blessings,
Kathy

EP 69 3 Hard Conversations- Faith, Money and Kids You Need To Have BEFORE Its An Issue

Hey Mama!
What do you do when you and the hubs (or significant other/caregiver) are on different pages-maybe even in different books on how to live out your faith.
 
Or spend your money
Or raise the kids.
Today we are looking at some pitfalls and helpful advice to navigate the waters before they get choppy and angry. 
The art of honest and open communication and compromise...sounds easy, yet it's not! I hope you'll be blessed.
Did you know I have freebies for you over on my website?
Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31
Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com
Great Podcasts & Resources:
Focus On the Family
Dave Ramsey
 
Books:
Dave Ramsey, The Total Money Makeover
Financial Peace Jr. Toolkit  Financial Peace Jr. gives parents the tools they need to raise money-smart kids. The kit covers four basic concepts: working, spending, saving and giving.
Even if your financial history hasn’t been perfect, you have the opportunity to teach your child to live differently.
40 Unforgetable Dates with Your Mate by Dr. Gary & Barbara Ros
The 4 Seasons of Marriage by Gary Chapman
Sheet Music, Uncovering the Secrets of Sexual Intimacy in Marriage by Kevin Leman
 
 
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Blessings,
Kathy

EP 68 The End Times - Are We There Yet? A Look At Some Prophecy Teachings

Hey Friends,
As we continue with the "Last Days" teaching I wanted to expand a little on what the Bible says the future looks like. I encourage you to "be like a Berean" to figure out what you believe!
Do you have a solid handle on what it means when someone talks about the Rapture and the Tribulation Time?
Or, have you sworn off end time conversations and study because a "hell fire and brimstone" preacher scared the bee-jeebies out of you when you were a kid?
Do you tend to avoid studying books of the Bible like Revelation and Ezekiel? It's easy  be too busy to tackle topics related to Bible prophecy with an attitude of "well it's just too complicated."
Today, we are going to do ask some questions, look at some passages and hopefully do a high level overview of what the Rapture is and when it happens on the Biblical timeline of prophecy! 
Did you know I have freebies for you over on my website?
Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31
Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com
Great Podcasts & Resources: The Prophecy Pros, Jeff Kinley & Todd Hampson Podcast
Books:
The Prophecy Pros' Illustrated Guide To Tough Questions About the End Times
The Non-Prophet's Guide to the End Times; Bible Prophecy For Everyone
 
Book Trilogy by Donna VanLiere
The Time of Jacob's Trouble
The Day of Ezekiel's Hope
Daniel's Final Week
 
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Blessings,
Kathy

EP 67 What Is The Rapture And Why Should I Care? Breaking Down The Last Days Conversation

Hey Friends,
I love bringing in a little juicy topic now and then to encourage you to "be like a Berean" to figure out what you believe!
Do you have a solid handle on what it means when someone talks about the Rapture?
Feel confused because that actual word isn't in Scripture? (Hint: neither is the Trinity, but...)
Or, have you sworn off end time conversations and study because a "hell fire and brimstone" preacher scared the bee-jeebies out of you when you were a kid?
Do you tend to avoid studying books of the Bible like Revelation and Ezekiel? It's easy  be too busy to tackle topics related to Bible prophecy with an attitude of "well it's just too complicated."
Today, we are going to do ask some questions, look at some passages and hopefully do a high level overview of what the Rapture is and when it happens on the Biblical timeline of prophecy! 
Did you know I have freebies for you over on my website?
Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31
Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com
Great Podcasts & Resources: The Prophecy Pros, Jeff Kinley & Todd Hampson Podcast
Books:
The Prophecy Pros' Illustrated Guide To Tough Questions About the End Times
The Non-Prophet's Guide to the End Times; Bible Prophecy For Everyone
 
Book Trilogy by Donna VanLiere
The Time of Jacob's Trouble
The Day of Ezekiel's Hope
Daniel's Final Week
 
Socially Connect with me @kathylanham 
FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community
Blessings,
Kathy
 

EP 66 Birth Order - Why Your Kids Are So Different

Hey Mama!
Ever feel like you are managing a zoo and wonder where in the world did these kids come from anyway?
Why, if your kiddos are all raised in the same house in the same way are they so different?
Why does it feel like your husband is another child sometimes?
Or, flip it to your larger sibling group-why is Sister A so bossy? Why is Brother B such a baby? Why are you the only responsible one?
If so, then today's episode is one you don't want to miss! We are looking at birth order in the family through the lens of Dr. Kevin Leman's "The Birth Order Book."
Understanding this fun but important concept helps you understand others and yourself. When you understand the birth order concept, your communication and interactions with others improve. You can discipline and interact with your children more "fairly" and according to their bent.
Birth Order...maybe Able did have it coming after all! (You'll have to listen to see what I mean!)
 
Oh, and do you know I have freebies for you over on my website?
Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31
Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com
Dr. Kevin Leman Resources: (He has lots more!)
The Birth Order Book
Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours
Have a New Kid by Friday
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FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community
Blessings,
Kathy