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Small Steps to Take When You Feel Content Overload

Small Steps to Take When You Feel Content Overload

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership Podcast, Wellness

Lately it seems that there is content and information coming at Christian leaders from every direction. And all of the information, content, and input leads may lead us to feeling pressured or even paralyzed about what to do next. Subscribe to the podcast here This...
How to Avoid Burnout and Experience True Rest with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

How to Avoid Burnout and Experience True Rest with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership, Leadership Podcast, Wellness

Do you struggle to feel rested as a leader? Are you feeling mentally and physically drained, and you’re not sure why? It may be that you are not experiencing the type of rest you need. Subscribe to the podcast here Become a Podcast Partner & Access Bonus Content...
Understanding Autism & Proactive Mental Health for Christian Leaders with Dr. Stephanie Holmes [Mental Health Series]

Understanding Autism & Proactive Mental Health for Christian Leaders with Dr. Stephanie Holmes [Mental Health Series]

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership Podcast, Wellness

There is often confusion between developmental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder, and mental health disorders, such as depression or bipolar. As Christian leaders, it’s vital for us to understand the differences as well as consider how we love and lead those...
Coping with Anxiety as a Christian Leader with Holly Cain [Mental Health Series]

Coping with Anxiety as a Christian Leader with Holly Cain [Mental Health Series]

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership Podcast, Wellness

How can you lead effectively when you struggle with anxiety? And how can you support those you lead who face this mental health challenge?   Subscribe to the podcast here Become a Podcast Partner & Access Bonus Content This post contains affiliate links,...
Episode 88: Simplifying by Asking One Key Question with Kelsy Schmidt [Simplify Series]

Episode 88: Simplifying by Asking One Key Question with Kelsy Schmidt [Simplify Series]

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership Podcast, Relationships, Wellness

Maybe you’ve considered simplifying your life, but you’re just not sure where to start. It might be as easy as asking one key question. But the journey isn’t always a straight path.  Subscribe to the podcast here This post contains affiliate links, which means if you...
Episode 87: Simple Self-Care for Christian Leaders [Simplify Series]

Episode 87: Simple Self-Care for Christian Leaders [Simplify Series]

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership Podcast, Wellness

Is it okay for Christians to focus on self-care? And if so, how can Christian leaders simplify their self-care to make it practical and doable? Subscribe to the podcast here This post contains affiliate links, which means if you choose to make a purchase via one of...
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As a rule-follower and people-pleaser, I've often As a rule-follower and people-pleaser, I've often fallen into the trap of believing that I need to get into God's word in order to please Him... in order to meet a set of criteria that make me a 'good Christian.' Thankfully over the years I've broken free from that mindset and recognized that the goal of spending time in God's word is about connecting with Him and getting to know His heart rather than simply checking off a box. But even now, there are days when, if I don't get into His word, I'll feel that sense of guilt or shame. So if you've been there, or you're still in that place... don't despair. In episode 141 of the Christian Woman Leadership Podcast, Holly and I talk with our guest Brittany Ann of @equippinggodlywomen all about how to move from rules to relationship. Brittany Ann gives us practical insights into how to make getting into God's word something that we truly enjoy rather than just an item on our already full to-do list. What benefits have you found from getting into God's word for yourself? #leadingwithconfidence #christianleadership #christianwoman #christianleaders #biblestudy #biblejournaling #proverbs31woman #Christianliving #christianwomen #christianfaith #butfirstJesus #shetheroar #personaldevelopmentjunkie #faithdriven #spiritualwellness #christianpodcast #selfawarenessjourney #incourage #shineforjesus #pastorswives #momsinministry #ministrywife #churchleaders #purposefulleadership #pastorwife #pastorswife #leadingandlovingit #womeninministry
When I started my business online, it took off qui When I started my business online, it took off quickly. But I forgot one crucial step: I went straight to figuring out what I wanted my business to be without thinking through what I wanted my LIFE to look like. Before I knew it, my business was taking over my life. And while I was hitting my income goals, my personal life was definitely suffering. Now, when you start a business of any kind, including an online business, I do believe there is bound to be a season of things being slightly "out of balance". But it shouldn't be long-term, and it's better if you have a plan going into the season so that you know how you're going to handle it. So whether you haven't quite started your online business yet OR you're already a couple years in... if you haven't considered what your ideal life looks like, I want to challenge you to do so. Take time to dream about what it would look like to be living your "ideal life." Consider what the pace of your life would be; who you would be spending time with; what you'd be doing in your free time. After you dream about your ideal life, come back to reality for a moment. Think about what things look like right now. Do you know your non-negotiables? Is there time and space in your life for the things God has put on your heart to do... for the people He has called you to serve? Are you overcommitted? Is there time on your schedule to work your business AND do the things that are your top priority? One of my non-negotiables is having time with my family. One of my goals for my ideal business and life was to have time freedom to spend some summer days by the lake in Maine or some winter days in a warmer like (like we just did this past week in Florida). What is one aspect of your ideal life? (Whether it’s a reality yet or not - I want to know)!
Calling all Christian women business owners and co Calling all Christian women business owners and content creators! Do you ever struggle to answer the question: "So, what do you do?" Would you like to know how to get people interested in your business or your message in an authentic way (without feeling salesy or spammy)? Want to find ways to continue the conversation with potential customers, clients, readers or listeners after the initial interaction? If YES, then you need to join me FREE Communicate & Connect Challenge. Save your spot here ---> https://estherlittlefield.com/challenge/ It's going to be lots of fun, and you'll walk away from the challenge feeling confident and ready to communicate and connect with your ideal clients and customers. What’s one thing you would want to learn or do in a challenge like this?
Have you ever had a vulnerability hangover? That' Have you ever had a vulnerability hangover? That's about how I'm feeling right now... Last week on my Christian Woman Business Podcast, I shared some real numbers about my first 3 months in business that I had never shared before. And tomorrow on the Christian Woman Leadership Podcast, I'm sharing about the journey God has been bringing me on over the past few months. It's slightly comfortable to share about something when it's in the past; it's another story when you're still in the messy middle. Over the course of the past few months, God has been showing me what it really means to step into my gifts. To step up and serve the women with whom I can have the greatest impact based on my natural wiring, my experience, and my gifts. And that has led me to finally embrace the idea of being a business coach and mentor & digital marketing strategist for Christian women who want to grow a business online. For the past year, I've tiptoed around this idea but haven't fully stepped into it; but God has shown me it's time. Looking back on my journey, I can see the signs. I started a side biz shortly after graduating college. I started blogging in 2006. I was using many social media platforms before some peopel even knew they existed. And with my clients, I've always thrived when I've been able to play a strategic role in helping them grow their biz. Plus, I LOVEEEEE researching and learning, and then condensing what I've learned and sharing it with others in a way that makes sense to them. So friends, if you've been following me for a while and have mostly seen content about leadership & faith.. I want to let you know that you'll be seeing more about business from here on out. My passion is to help Christian women grow their business online without compromising their faith or values. If you're a fellow business owner or have a dream of an online biz, be sure to drop a note below! Tell me what you do and who you serve :-)
Good leaders are good communicators. But how can y Good leaders are good communicators. But how can you become a better communicator, and is there one aspect of communication that is vitally important? As leaders, we can always be learning and growing, and while there may be some innate leadership qualities in some of us, much of leadership is about developing skills. So in episode 134 of the Christian Woman Leadership Podcast, we focus on one skill that is essential for leaders: communication. Specifically, we’re diving into how to have more clarity in your communication as a leader. Clarity is important for leadership as it helps people to understand you, your message, and your vision. It helps to attract or repel people, earn trust, avoid confusion, convey love, and more. Have you ever been confused by someone's message due to lack of clarity?
Over the past few years, I've had various "faces" Over the past few years, I've had various "faces" of me and my business ventures. I kept them separate as I felt like the content and offerings were quite different, and I didn't want to confuse those who were following me. But over the past year, as God has been leading me, I've been starting to bring everything under one umbrella. And as I walk into 2021, I'm going all in on simplifying what I'm doing and streamlining my efforts. What does that mean? Well, it means I'll be sharing ALL of what I do here... it won't be purely about Christian leadership or personal stuff. It will be a mix of what that plus my business-related content. (And it means less accounts for me to manage - woohoo!) In case you're wondering about the business side of my journey, over the past 4 years I've had a service-based business that has given me the flexibility to work from home using my gifts and skills. I've done everything from social media management to building websites to podcasts management. Now, I work with just a few clients managing their podcasts, and as the Director of Marketing for one. While we no longer take on clients for implementation on the podcasting or marketing side of things, I love providing coaching and consulting for fellow Christian women in business who want to grow a business online without compromising their faith or values. My areas of expertise are digital marketing, growing an audience, and podcasting. And it lights me up when I see fellow Christian women be able to grow and thrive in their business dreams and goals. To be honest, I've hesitated sharing this because I don't want to turn off those of you who might be here just for the leadership content. But ultimately, God has made it clear that this is the direction He's taking me and I hope you'll stay along for the ride. Thanks for being here, friend! Now tell me: is there a shift happening in your life or business this year? I'd love to hear about it!
HOW TO PRESS PAUSE IN YOUR BUSINESS - sharing from HOW TO PRESS PAUSE IN YOUR BUSINESS - sharing from my biz account: The 5 things I do to take a break in my business.⁠ ⁠ 1. Turn on "vacation replies" in gmail. I manage all of my email through my gmail accounts, so a few days ago, I turned on my "out of office" reply. This is very freeing, and I highly recommend it anytime you are going to step away from your biz.⁠ ⁠ 2. Take email off my phone. Yes, I know! This is actually very hard for me, but if I truly want to take a break, I need to remove it from my phone entirely. ⁠ ⁠ 3. Turn on post approval in my FB group(s). This is something new I decided to do after I saw another group admin do it, and I thought it was genius. Here's the truth: if you run a free FB group, there will be spammers and people who don't follow the rules, no matter how hard you try to keep them out.⁠ ⁠ 4. Take a social media break. This one is tough, too, especially as a business owner! I feel the need to be present on an ongoing basis. Yet, I know that it truly will not hurt my business long-term to take a break. ⁠ ⁠ 5. Spend time reflecting, praying, and seeking God for the next steps in my business. Again, this is something that i'd like to make a quarterly ritual, but I haven't been as strict about it in the past. However it's definitely something I do at the end of the year, and it's so valuable.⁠ ⁠ I find that the steps above are a vital part of this, because without clearing the clutter and noise out of my head, it's tough to make space and think clearly about my business! If I'm still scrolling social media, I tend to start comparing what I'm thinking about doing with what others are doing, and it's just not helpful.⁠ ⁠ So, those are some of the things I'll be doing over the next week or so. It doesn't mean my business stops entirely... it just slows down a lot. If you are in a place where you feel like you can't even take any break at all. ⁠ ⁠ If that's the case: please take a listen to episode 7 of the Christian Woman Business Podcast and consider how to build the life (and business) you want (a good exercise for this time of year).⁠ ⁠ Tell me in the comments: which of these 5 things can you commit to!
Wanna win this book bundle?? I would love to send Wanna win this book bundle?? I would love to send these amazing books to one of you! You can enter to win by completing my end of year survey. The survey will help me serve you better and help Holly and I as we continue the podcast. https://estherlittlefield.com/survey If you provide your email address at the end of the survey, you will be entered to win an amazing bundle of books from me (sorry, applies U.S. Residents only as I will be shipping these out): • 6 Month Prompted Prayer Journal from @valmariepaper • Parenting Beyond the Rules by @conniealbers • Nice: Why We Love to Be Liked and How God Calls us to More by @sharonhmiller • Getting to Know God's Voice: A 31-Day Interactive Journey by @jenny.randle Can’t wait to get your feedback and to send this bundle to one of you!
Friendly reminder: Experiencing the peace of God d Friendly reminder: Experiencing the peace of God does not mean the that we won’t feel other emotion like fear, grief, or anger. As Holly reminds us in episode 129, the peace of God is not about the absence of other emotions but instead a supernatural power that guards our hearts and minds. Such a powerful reminder that God is more powerful than our emotions! Have you experienced God’s supernatural peace even when life’s circumstances were not peaceful?
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