Belief.

You can do the work. You can build something meaningful. You can show up consistently. But if your belief isn’t settled, you won’t sustain it.

In this episode, Kesha breaks down why belief is what keeps you moving when results don’t match what you expected. Because belief is not based on outcomes. It’s based on agreement. Agreement with what God said, not what your circumstances suggest. 

She also addresses how doubt shows up in subtle ways. Overthinking. Seeking validation. Constantly questioning what you already felt led to do. And how that instability can quietly pull you off course.

The truth is simple. If you were called, you are equipped. God does not call the equipped. He equips the called. 

This episode walks through three anchors that help settle your belief. Knowing who God says you are, understanding what you’ve been entrusted to do, and standing firm in the authority to carry it out. When those are clear, you stop wavering. You stop negotiating. You stay consistent.

Because obedience is still working, even when you don’t see results yet. 

The shift is this. Stop waiting to see it before you believe it. Believe it so you can stay faithful.

You don’t abandon the work because it’s hard. You finish it because you were authorized to start. 

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You’ve done the work. You’ve built it. You’ve shared it.

Now comes the part that determines whether it lasts.

Stewardship.

This is about caring for what has been entrusted to you with integrity, consistency, and intention. Because once you share your work and people respond, responsibility follows. 

Kesha breaks down why stewardship is the difference between short-term momentum and long-term, sustainable impact. She also addresses what happens when people build and share, but fail to steward well... burnout, broken trust, and inconsistency.

This episode centers around three areas every servant leader must steward:

• The people you serve
  Your people are not transactions. They are your assignment. When you treat them that way, your communication, care, and follow-through shift. 
• The work and systems you’ve built
  Systems require maintenance. What worked before may need to be refined, simplified, or adjusted. Stewardship means staying attentive and responsive to what’s evolving. 
• Yourself
  You cannot steward well from depletion. Rest, boundaries, reflection, and renewal are not optional. They are part of your obedience. 

At the core, this episode reframes success.

It’s not just about growth. It’s mostly about faithfulness.

Because when you steward what God has given you well, the impact becomes sustainable, the relationships deepen, and the work brings peace instead of pressure.

Key reminder from this episode:
You are not responsible for everything.
You are responsible for what has been entrusted to you.

So steward it well.

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Sharing.

It's not because they lack clarity or because they're unprepared. It's because visibility feels risky.

This episode is a direct call forward.

The work you’ve built's purpose cannot be fulfilled in private.
 And keeping it hidden doesn’t protect it. It delays its purpose.

In this episode, Kesha walks through the Share It phase of the Get It Done Method and confronts the real reason people stop short.

Fear of being seen. Fear of being misunderstood. Fear of rejection. Fear of success.

What You’ll Hear

•  Why sharing feels harder than building 
•  The real fears behind visibility 
•  Why meaningful work feels heavy when it stays hidden 
•  The difference between promotion and invitation 
•  How clarity removes the pressure to perform 
•  Why your work must reach the people it was designed for 
•  How sharing creates alignment and attracts the right people 

The Core Truth

Sharing is not about being seen.

It is about letting the work do what it was created to do.

When you keep it to yourself, you carry the full weight.
When you release it, the burden lifts.

There is a gap that only you are called to fill.

Your obedience opens the door. God provides what comes next.

Sharing is not about visibility. It is about responsibility.

Let the work be seen.

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Execution.

This is where faith becomes visible and responsibility becomes real.
And where most people back away.

Kesha breaks down the Execute It phase of the Get It Done Method and challenges the habit of hiding behind preparation that feels productive but leads nowhere.

Because movement is not the same as progress. And being “almost ready” is not a strategy.

What You’ll Hear

•  Why execution is the most avoided step in purpose work 
•  The difference between preparation and procrastination 
•  How fear of exposure keeps people stuck 
•  Why sustainable action matters more than short bursts of intensity 
•  How execution builds trust with yourself and others 
•  The danger of choosing convenience over calling 
•  How to move from internal work to external impact 

The Core Truth

Execution is putting your faith in action.

It is the moment where what you created is no longer just yours.
It becomes both visible + vulnerable.

3 Execution Anchors

1. Decide Before You Doubt

Indecision delays obedience.

2. Move in Small, Repeatable Actions

Consistency beats intensity every time.

3. Measure Progress, Not Perfection

Progress is in the process.

You do not need permission to move forward.
You do not need applause to obey.

Start where you are.
Use what you have.

Execution is where trust is built.
With God. With others. And with yourself.

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This is the why behind the what.
 The heartbeat behind the strategy.
 The difference between good intentions and lasting transformation.

Bookie shares personal stories from youth sports, community leadership, the Perkins Foundation, the Equal Justice Initiative, and the Reconciliation Tour in Jackson, Mississippi. Through those experiences, one truth becomes clear:

Real change does not happen from a distance.

Proximity is a calling.
It is choosing closeness over comfort.
It is refusing to outsource compassion.

What You’ll Hear

• Why proximity completes the Seven Ps framework
• The difference between visibility and consistent presence
• How proximity reveals what data cannot explain
• Why listening without fixing changes everything
• A powerful story from the Reconciliation Tour in Jackson, Mississippi
• The connection between reconciliation and proximity
• The three Rs of Christian Community Development

Three Core Truths About Proximity

1. Proximity Reveals What Distance Hides

When you are close, you hear stories that never make reports.
You see patterns, pressures, and pain points that statistics alone cannot explain.
Proximity sharpens understanding and dismantles assumptions.

2. Proximity Communicates Worth

You do not need every answer to show up well.
Presence often speaks louder than expertise.
Being near tells people their lives matter.

3. Proximity Improves Quality of Life

Small, consistent presence builds trust.
Trust builds accountability.
Accountability builds resilience.

Three Practical Ways to Practice Proximity

1. Show Up Consistently
Choose regular presence over occasional visibility.
Credibility is built through routine.

2. Listen Without Fixing
Lead with curiosity.
Understand before strategizing.
Let people tell their own story.

3. Stay Engaged in Hard Seasons
Proximity matters most when life feels unstable.
Closeness reinforces dignity and hope.

Story Highlight: The Reconciliation Tour

Through annual trips to Jackson, Mississippi, Baseball Beyond Borders partnered with the Perkins Foundation, the Seattle Mariners, and Converge Media to create more than a baseball camp. What began as skill development became relationship building.

Walking to lunch instead of driving.
Learning names.
Hearing stories.
Understanding a water crisis not through headlines, but through lived experience.

Proximity transformed the work.
And it transformed the people doing it.

The Three Rs of Proximity

In honor of Dr. John Perkins and Christian Community Development:

Relocate
Move closer. This may not mean changing your address, but it does mean changing your access.

Reconcile
Repair what is broken. Build bridges.

Redistribute
Share your resources. Not just money, but knowledge, skill, influence, and opportunity.

Reflection Challenge

• Identify one place, one group, or one person where you need to move closer.
• Choose tangible presence this week.
• Let proximity become the bridge between your values and your actions.

Final Reminder

Proximity is not about knowing everything. It is about being near enough to care  well. Distance delays impact. Closeness accelerates transformation.

Communities thrive when people refuse to outsource compassion.

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You defined it. Now what?

Now you build it.

Building is where vision becomes structure. It is where obedience turns into systems. It is where your assignment moves out of your head and into the world.

Kesha walks us through what it means to build the right way. Not rushed. Not reactive. Not ambition-driven. But aligned. Sustainable. Thoughtful.

Because if you build wrong, you spend years patching what should have been framed correctly in the first place.

This episode is about constructing something that can carry weight. Something that can outlive you. Something that does not collapse under pressure.

What You’ll Hear

• Why defining your assignment is only the foundation
• The difference between preparation and misalignment
• How to know when you are operating outside your purpose
• Why ambition without alignment leads to exhaustion
• The importance of assets, systems, and boundaries
• How rhythm, reliability, and rest create sustainability
• Why God honors faithful construction

The Three Core Priorities of Building

1. Build the asset that carries your value
Your insight must move through something tangible. A framework. A curriculum. A service model. A process. An offer. An asset allows your value to exist without requiring your constant presence.

2. Build the system that supports consistency
How you schedule. How you communicate. How you deliver. How you follow up. How you rest. Systems remove dependence on motivation and replace it with rhythm.

3. Build the boundary that protects your capacity
Boundaries define how much, how often, and for whom you show up. If boundaries are not built into the structure, burnout becomes inevitable.

Key Leadership Insights

• You cannot build everything. You must build what supports the outcome you defined.
• Misalignment feels like overwork, confusion, and scattered effort.
• When the structure is right, the work feels lighter.
• Rest is not optional. It is structural.
• If necessary, remodel. If required, demolish and rebuild.

Reflection Questions

1. What asset would make my work easier to carry?
2. What system would help me stay consistent?
3. What boundary do I need to build now, not later?

Episode Reminder

You do not have to build everything at once.
You only need to build the next right thing.

Excellence matters. Perfection does not.

And even if it feels unfinished to you, God honors faithful construction.

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This is not about partisan debates. It is about understanding systems.

Bookie breaks down the difference between politics and policy through the lens of the Seven Ps of community engagement. Politics is about relationships, influence, and who has access to power. Policy is about written rules, structure, and what lasts beyond leadership changes.

If you care about community development, equity, business growth, or lasting impact, you cannot ignore either one.

Because relationships may open the door.
But policy determines what happens next.

Through real examples from Baseball Beyond Borders, transportation logistics, and the King County recess mandate, this conversation moves from theory to lived experience. It challenges servant leaders to stop reacting and start thinking strategically.

What You’ll Hear

• The difference between politics and policy
• Why systems are not optional, even for believers
• How relationships create opportunity
• Why written structure creates sustainability
• A real case study on advocating for mandatory recess
• Why short-term wins mean nothing without long-term policy change
• How to move from emotional reaction to strategic leadership

Key Distinctions

Politics

• Relationships
• Advocacy
• Influence
• Access
• Who gets heard

Policy

• Written rules
• Structure
• Procedures
• Sustainability
• What remains when leadership changes

Lessons From the Field

• Success requires engagement with both people and systems.
• Advocacy influences policy development.
• Policy locks in progress or reinforces barriers.
• Sustainable change requires courage and patience.

Power Statements From This Episode

• “Relationships often create opportunity. Policy determines what happens next.”
• “Politics shape the moment. Policy shapes the future.”
• “Your work deserves both your voice and its structure.”

Reflection Questions

• Who influences the decisions that affect my work?
• What policies currently shape how I operate?
• Where do I need stronger relationships?
• Where do I need clearer structure?

Why This Matters

Community development does not happen outside of systems. It happens inside them.

If you only build relationships, you may win the moment.
If you only focus on policy, you may lack access.

But when you understand both, you move from reaction to strategy.
And strategy builds legacy.

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Through honest storytelling, practical frameworks, and plenty of real talk, they walk you through three areas every servant leader must define: your burden, your role, and your desired outcome. Because without clarity, even the right calling can feel overwhelming.

If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to make progress on your vision, this conversation will help you stop chasing everything and start building something.

What You’ll Hear:

• Why defining your burden is the first step toward alignment
• The importance of naming your role honestly and specifically
• How clarity helps you say no without guilt and build with intention
• The difference between inspiration + impact and why both matter
• Why God often gives steps, not blueprints, and how to move anyway

3 Sentences to Complete to Define It:

1. The burden I feel responsible for is...
2. My role in addressing it is...
3. The outcome I’m working toward is...

Use these as journal prompts or conversation starters. When answered with honesty, they’ll change how you show up and how others experience your leadership.

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Drawing from real-life lessons in community organizing, barbershop culture, faith spaces, and Baseball Beyond Borders, they challenge leaders to create listening spaces, look for patterns, and close the feedback loop because stronger programs are built on stronger trust.

Whether you’re leading a nonprofit, launching a new initiative, or showing up for your neighborhood, this episode will shift how you think about feedback, presence, and power.

What You’ll Hear:

• Why public opinion is more than politics
• How lived experience becomes insight when we slow down to listen
• The spiritual practice of discerning prophetic voices in everyday spaces
• Real lessons from starting Baseball Beyond Borders
• Why leaders must learn to sit with tension, not rush to respond

3 Practices for Harnessing Public Opinion:

1. Create Listening Spaces: Small groups, one-on-ones, or community touchpoints where people feel safe to speak freely
2. Look for Patterns: Volume doesn’t matter as much as repeated themes that reveal deeper needs
3. Close the Loop: Share how feedback shaped your decisions to build credibility and trust

Reflection Questions:

• Who have I stopped listening to and why?
• What feedback keeps resurfacing that I haven’t yet explored?
• Where can I create more intentional space for listening?

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Beyond theory, Bookie shares strategy in action. From honoring the voices of student-athletes and families to solving logistical challenges with excellence and intention, you’ll hear how clarity made success feel inevitable and how that same clarity can transform the way you serve.

Whether you're leading a team, at the beginning of building a vision, or navigating change in your community, this episode will help you focus forward and put people first.

What You’ll Hear:

• Why priorities matter more than plans
• How to build momentum through clarity
• A real behind-the-scenes look at organizing a regional tournament
• The difference between essential priorities and extras
• How listening, proximity, and anticipation build trust

3-Step Framework:

1. Clarify the Win: Define what success looks like together
2. Resource the Plan: Put the right people, tools, and funding in place
3. Track and Celebrate: Let small wins fuel big ones

Quote Highlights:

• “Clarity makes success feel inevitable.”
• “Being a champion is about lifting others as they rise.”

Reflection Prompt:

Think about what your community actually needs, not just what you want to give them. Where do your priorities align with theirs? Where might you need to adjust?

To learn more about the work that Bookie is doing in the community, visit www.baseballbeyond.org

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They explore the early stages of calling and the tension between what you’re good at, what people expect of you, and what you’re truly called to steward. This conversation will resonate deeply with anyone who’s felt like their gifts don’t fit inside a job description or their burden doesn't make sense on paper.

Through honest stories and practical insight, you’ll be encouraged to revisit your past not to stay there, but to extract the evidence of your purpose. Because discovering your assignment isn’t about getting it perfect. It’s about paying attention.

What You’ll Hear:

• How to identify your God-given burden
• Why discovering your calling starts with reflecting, not rushing
• The difference between gifting and calling
• How imposter syndrome and people-pleasing distract us from alignment
• Why your past jobs, roles, and life experiences hold clues to your future
• How the “Discover It” phase fits within the Get It Done Method

Quote Highlights:

• “Your burden is often the birthplace of your assignment.”
• “You’re building from story.”
• “Just because you’re good at something doesn’t mean it’s your calling.”

Reflection Questions:

• What are the themes that show up in your life over and over again?
• What problem in the world burdens you the most?
• What have people always come to you for?

Take It Further:

Ready to go deeper in discovering your own life’s work? Connect with Kesha at www.lakeshagates.com 

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Recorded at the Antioch House in Jackson, MS, this heartfelt conversation digs into legacy, leadership, and the transformative power of reconciliation. Elizabeth shares deeply personal stories from growing up in a household that didn’t just preach the gospel but lived it out through the three foundational principles of Christian Community Development: relocation, reconciliation, and redistribution.

Together, they explore how these timeless values are still changing lives, how faith intersects with action, and how legacy is not just inherited but actively lived. From the origin story of the Reconciliation Tour baseball camp to the redemptive work of community development in Jackson, this episode is a testimony to grace, perseverence, and the gifts of multigenerational leadership.

Show Notes

Guest:
Elizabeth Perkins | Co-President of the John and Vera Mae Perkins Foundation

Topics Covered:

• The 3 Rs of Christian Community Development
• Living the gospel beyond Sunday sermons
• What reconciliation really requires: humility, truth-telling, and forgiveness
• Legacy leadership and the power of proximity
• Baseball as a vehicle for healing and community engagement
• Carrying the mission forward with urgency and love

Mentioned:

• Dr. John Perkins
• Vera Mae Perkins
• Christian Community Development Association (CCDA)
• Baseball Beyond Borders 
• The Reconciliation Tour documentary (Watch Here)
• Equal Justice Initiative & Anthony Ray Hinton
• Jackson State University
• Uncle Bud’s Field at the Perkins Foundation

Get Involved:
Visit JVMPF.org to learn more about the Foundation’s mission and how you can support its work through prayer, donations, or volunteerism.

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This episode digs into how built environments affect our sense of safety and belonging, the importance of cultural preservation in rapidly changing neighborhoods, and why designing with dignity matters. They reflect on their own upbringings in Seattle’s Central District and South End, and the full-circle moments of watching the next generation occupy those same cherished spaces.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why “community doesn’t just happen, it’s shaped by where we gather”
• The emotional, spiritual, and cultural power of place
• How to activate underutilized spaces for connection and healing
• What it means to walk your block and read the stories it tells

Reflection Questions:

• What places shaped who you are?
• What does your ideal community feel like, not just look like?
• Can people be considered a place?

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Kesha introduces the concept of the “life resume,” a tool to help you take stock of your lived experiences, natural talents, and the meaningful ways you already contribute to the world around you. They explore how practicing your gifts consistently can create a deeper sense of purpose and how alignment in your life can unlock a greater impact.

Whether you’re rediscovering your voice or stepping into a new season, this conversation encourages you to be fully present with what you’ve been given and to lead from there.

What You’ll Hear:

• What a life resume is and how to create one
• How to identify your natural gifts by looking at where you’ve already made impact
• Why consistent habits matter more than big moments
• How proximity and presence help shape purpose
• Real stories of transformation through living in alignment
• A reminder that your gift is meant to serve others, not just yourself

Challenge for the Week:

Write your life resume. Think about the roles you’ve played, the people you’ve helped, the values you live by, and the lessons you’ve learned. Use it as a reminder of who you are and what you carry.

To go deeper, reach out to Kesha at connect@lakeshagates.com for details on the Life’s Work Challenge.

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The duo shares real stories, hard truths, and tangible strategies for building trust, avoiding harmful assumptions, and creating space where every voice matters. They discuss why leading from the back, practicing humility, and embracing diversity are essential to authentic servant leadership.

Whether you're a community builder, grassroots leader, or someone rethinking how to engage meaningfully with others, this episode will remind you: People don't support what they don't feel connected to.

Episode Highlights:

• Why "people" must come first in any engagement strategy
• The dangers of assumptions and surface-level representation
• How to build trust and co-create with, not for, community
• Leading from behind: Servant leadership in action
• Understanding the nuances of demographic needs
• Empowering others through empathy, curiosity, and proximity

Call to Action:

• Start listening before creating solutions. 
• Be curious. 
• Ask who needs to be heard and challenge yourself to truly see them. 
• Understand that legacy is built not by standing alone, but by lifting others as you rise.

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If you’ve been struggling with clarity, feeling stuck in goal-setting, or want to ensure your ambitions align with a greater purpose, this episode is for you. Tune in for encouragement, faith-driven wisdom, and actionable steps to move forward with confidence.

Show Notes:

Main Topics Discussed:

• The Power of Dreaming Big
  • The difference between dreaming and goal-setting
  • How most people focus on goals instead of dreaming with purpose
  • The need for a God-sized vision that stretches beyond personal ambitions
• Biblical Foundation for Vision & Faith
  • Habakkuk 2:2-4 – Writing the vision and waiting on God’s timing
  • Romans 1:17 – The righteous shall live by faith
  • Trusting God to guide your dreams and embracing a "believe it to see it" mindset
• Shifting from SMART Goals to FOCUS Goals™
  • Why traditional SMART goals can be limiting
  • The FOCUS Goals™ framework: 
    • Fixed – Clearly defined
    • Obvious – Easy to articulate
    • Constructive – Beneficial for both you and others
    • Urgent – Creates a sense of necessary action
    • Strategic – Aligns with your long-term vision
• Aligning Your Vision to God’s Promise
  • The importance of patience and trusting God’s timing
  • Avoiding distractions that pull you away from your divine purpose
  • Being courageous and taking risks that align with your calling
• Vision Board Process & Practical Steps
  • Choosing a Word of the Year – The power of a guiding theme
  • Setting Quarterly Intentions – Small steps toward the bigger vision
  • Building Consistency & Habits – How discipline and intentionality fuel progress

Key Quotes from the Episode:

• “Most people don’t have dreams, they have goals.” – Kesha Gates
• “We get conditioned to think the goal is the goal, but the goal has nothing to do with our purpose.” – Bookie Gates

Action Steps for Listeners:

1. Reflect on Your Dreams vs. Goals – Are you setting goals just to check off boxes, or are you dreaming with purpose?
2. Identify Your Word of the Year – Choose a word that will guide your focus and direction.
3. Write Down Your FOCUS Goals – Ensure they align with your vision and benefit others.
4. Pray for Clarity & Alignment – Ask God to reveal the next steps in your journey.
5. Be Intentional & Take Action – Start small but stay consistent in pursuing your dreams.

Listener Challenge:

➡ What’s your Word of the Year?
➡ What’s one bold step you can take toward your God-sized vision this month?
Tag us on social media and share your thoughts!

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We explore:
🔹 What It Means to Be a Servant Leader – The humility, mindset, and purpose behind true leadership
🔹 Personal Growth & Renewing Your Mind – Why transformation is necessary for stepping into your calling
🔹 Being in Partnership with God – Letting faith guide your journey instead of trying to manufacture the outcome
🔹 The Process of Learning: Intake, Do, Teach – How true mastery comes from both being a student and a teacher
🔹 Faith & Action – Shifting from a "see it to believe it" mindset to a "believe it to see it" faith

If you've ever felt called to leadership but hesitant to embrace it, or if you're seeking clarity on your role in this world, this episode is for you.

📢 You are capable of more than you think. What would happen if it actually worked?

Show Notes:

🎙 Key Topics 

• Welcome Back! Defining who this podcast is for
• Are You a Servant Leader? – Understanding this unique leadership approach
• Why Renewing Your Mind Matters – Breaking free from old ways of thinking
• Being in Partnership with God – Letting Him lead your journey
• The Role of Personal Growth – Learning from friction and discomfort
• The Process of Learning – Intake → Do → Teach
• Teach and Be Taught – Why coachability is critical for leadership
• Stepping Back to Move Forward – How revisiting past skills can equip you for the future
• Your Journey is Bigger Than Today – Building a legacy for future generations
• Disruption is Part of Change – Navigating the transition from where you are to where you're called to be
• Plan, Prepare, Produce – How to move from preparation to execution
• Believe It to See It – The power of faith in action
• Call to Action: Take the Leap – What’s stopping you from going after what’s in your heart?

💡 Affirmation of the Episode:
"You are capable of doing above and beyond what you think is possible. Change happens in the realm of impossibility." – Kesha
"If you're feeling froggish, leap. Take that jump and go do it." – Bookie

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How are you stepping into servant leadership? What’s holding you back? Share your thoughts using #HumbleRenegades and tag us!

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We explore:
💡 The Importance of Self-Reflection – Identifying the patterns, habits, and values that define how you show up
💡 Developing a Personal Philosophy – Why understanding how you operate is just as important as what you do
💡 The Get It Done Method™ – Kesha’s framework for turning dreams into reality through intentional internal and external work
💡 The G7 Philosophy™ – Bookie’s leadership model that prioritizes people, place, and proximity in community engagement
💡 Who Knows You & What They Know About You – How to shape your legacy and control your narrative

If you've ever felt like you’re just going through the motions, this episode will challenge you to define your philosophy and live with greater clarity and purpose.

📢 What’s YOUR approach to life? What do people know you for? Let’s talk about it.

Show Notes:

🎙 Key Topics

• Welcome Back! Defining our approach to life
• Why This Conversation Matters – Recognizing patterns in your life
• Sports, Leadership & Life’s Mileposts – How past experiences shape who we become
• What Do People Come to You For? – Recognizing your natural gifts and influence
• Philosophy as a Tool for Success – Why defining your approach matters
• The Get It Done Method – Kesha breaks down her 9-step process for clarity and action
• Why Most People Build Things Backwards – Common mistakes in leadership & business
• The G7 Philosophy – Bookie’s leadership framework for community engagement
• The Power of Proximity – Why understanding people, place, and policy is critical for change
• The Role of Failure in Success – Learning from setbacks instead of avoiding them
• Change is Inevitable – Are You Ready? – Why 2025 will be different, and how to adapt
• Final Takeaways & Encouragement – Be curious about your own life instead of others’
• Who Knows You & What They Know About You – Controlling your narrative and legacy

💡 Affirmation of the Episode:
"Be curious and pay attention. You are important, and what you bring to the world is unique." – Kesha
"It’s not about what you know, it’s about who knows you—and what they know about you." – Bookie

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What’s your personal philosophy? How do you approach life, leadership, and faith? Share your thoughts using #HumbleRenegades and tag us!

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We dive into:
🔥 Breaking Free from Misconceptions – Why people often assume things about us that aren’t true
🔥 Shedding Society’s Labels – How we reclaim our own identity and refuse to be boxed in
🔥 The Power of Saying No – Why embracing who we are not helps us step boldly into our true purpose
🔥 The Role of Faith & Obedience – How trusting God’s plan leads to real success (not just worldly definitions of it)
🔥 Pain, Passion & Purpose – How past struggles shape our calling and drive us forward

This episode will challenge you to think differently about yourself and empower you to step into your God-given identity—without apology.

📢 Are you living out your true calling, or are you stuck in expectations that aren’t yours? Let’s talk about it.

Show Notes:

🎙 Key Topics 

• Welcome Back! Introducing today’s topic: Who We Are Not
• Why We Let Others Define Us – The dangers of external labels
• The Power of Saying No – Owning what isn’t for you
• Breaking the ‘Supposed To’ Mindset – Challenging norms that hold us back
• Leadership vs. Following – Understanding when to lead and when to learn
• The Thorn in Our Side – How pain fuels purpose
• Delayed Gratification & Sacrifice – Why true success takes time
• Finding Your Sphere of Influence – Not everyone is called to the same path
• Growth Mindset & Changing Your Mind – The small shifts that make a big impact
• What You Won’t Get from This Podcast – No fluff, no shortcuts, just real growth
• Affirmations & Takeaways – Encouragement for the journey

💡 Affirmation of the Episode:
"You are equipped with everything you need to do what God has called you to do." – Kesha
"You are the answer. Start asking the right questions." – Bookie

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We explore:

✨ The meaning behind "Humble Renegades" and why we started this podcast

✨ The balance between faith, leadership, and disruption

✨ How biblical figures like Jesus, David, and Moses embodied humble renegade leadership

✨ The power of asking the right questions and challenging the norm

✨ The personal journeys that shaped us—our triumphs, challenges, and callings

This episode is just the beginning. If you’ve ever felt called to think differently, lead boldly, and serve with purpose, then this podcast is for you.

📢 Connect with us and share your thoughts on today’s episode! Are YOU a humble renegade?

Show Notes:

🛠 Key Themes & Topics:

Welcome to the Humble Renegades Podcast!

What is a Humble Renegade? The intersection of humility, faith, and bold leadership

Challenging Systems & Thinking Differently: The role of curiosity in change

Biblical Examples of Humble Renegades – Jesus, David, Moses & more

Personal Stories: How life experiences shape us as disruptors & servant leaders

Finding Purpose in the Process – Overcoming struggles & embracing growth

Closing Thoughts & Takeaways – What listeners can expect in future episodes

🎙 Inspiration for the Journey:

"Progress is in the process. Trust it." – Kesha

"Being a champion is about lifting others as you rise and turning victory into a legacy of change." – Bookie

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What resonated with you in this episode? Share your thoughts using #HumbleRenegades and tag us!

👉 Subscribe & stay tuned for Episode 1, where we dive deeper into what it means to be set apart in a world that calls for conformity.

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