Build Your Best Family
293 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsAre you and your family busy doing life together but not really connecting? Do you have a vision for what you want your family to be but don't know how to achieve it? Drawing on the principles of organizational culture, this podcast will help you establish your unique family culture, one that reflects your values and beliefs. As a result, you’ll be able to lead with purpose and passion and create unity within your family. Join host Kimberly Amici as she talks with experts, leaders, and everyday people who are intentionally creating culture within their families and organizations.
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Episode 37 Lynn Cowell and Raising Brave and Confident Teen Girls
February 12, 2019 13:35Young girls have a tendency to size themselves up, measure themselves and decide who’s inferior or superior to them. It’s awful. It keeps them from being their best selves and enjoying the life they’ve been given. Whether we feel better or worse about ourselves after the comparison, it rarely leads to joy. On the podcast we are talking about how we can help our kids break free from comparison and embrace who they were created to be.
Episode 36 Nathan Whitaker and Creating a Winning Family Team
February 06, 2019 11:00The definition of a team is “more than one person working together toward a common goal.” The dictionary makes it sound easy, but I know from experience that teamwork in a family can be difficult. Today we will be talking about why teamwork is vital to a healthy culture plus we'll be interviewing someone who has had a front row to watch how teamwork can change the game.
Episode 35 Building Family Culture Through Rituals, and Traditions, and Rites of Passage
January 28, 2019 15:00Culture whether in an organization or family is made up of instinctive, repetitive habits, and emotional responses. One of the most common ways an organization does that is through rituals. And just like in an organization, culture is not created by a one-off team-building exercise and a good orientation day, but in the rituals, and traditions, and rites of passage that are practiced by its people.
Episode 35 Building Family Culture Through Rituals, and Traditions, and Rites of Passage
January 28, 2019 15:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MBCulture whether in an organization or family is made up of instinctive, repetitive habits, and emotional responses. One of the most common ways an organization does that is through rituals. And just like in an organization, culture is not created by a one-off team-building exercise and a good orientation day, but in the rituals, and traditions, and rites of passage that are practiced by its people. Everything we talked about in this episode can be found here: https://www.thefamilyculturepro...
Episode 34 Building Family Culture Through Routines, Rhythms And Habits
January 15, 2019 11:00I know it's been a few weeks since the new year started but I'm still thinking about 2019 and It may bring. We definitely set goals however as I continue to think of the upcoming year I’m focusing on the routines, rhythms, and habits that will build the family culture we want here in our home.
Episode 33 What Worked and Didn’t Work for Us in 2018
January 08, 2019 13:57This is the time when many of us set goals and identify the rhythms and habits we want to cultivate in this upcoming year. This process starts off with accessing where we are at as a family, identifying the areas we had success, and acknowledging the places where we tried something, but it didn’t work out quite the way we planned.
Episode 32 Kristin Schell on Creating Connection in Your Neighborhood
December 18, 2018 11:00Opening up our lives to others can seem scary, but it doesn't have to be. Just like simple steps over time can change the culture of your home they can also change the culture of your neighborhood. If you are looking to love your neighbors and but aren't sure where to start, this episode will inspire and equip you to take action towards creating a connection with others and building the community where you live.
Episode 31 Rorke Denver and What a Navy SEAL Can Teach us About Family Culture
December 11, 2018 11:00A strong intentionally created culture is a game changer in organizations, ministry, and home. It can determine whether you fail or succeed, achieve your goals or miss the mark. In the military it’s the difference between life and death. If you are not convinced that culture matters, this episode with persuade you otherwise.
Episode 30 Mary Flo Ridley and How To Talk To Your Kids About Sex
December 04, 2018 11:00A healthy family culture is marked by openness. The ability to talk with one another, and ask questions without the fear of shame in all areas including sex! Even those with a strong family culture may shy away from this topic. Today’s episode will shift your thinking about when, how, and what you say about the important subject.
Episode 29 The Ruth Experience and A creative Way to Incorporate Your Values Into Your Life
November 27, 2018 11:00What if you picked one value that was really important to you and tooks steps, not once on a while, but everyday to live it out? Your life would be transformed! And what if you did it with friends. The impact would be exponential.
Episode 28 Carey Bailey and How to Set Yourself up for Success in the Culture Making Process
November 20, 2018 11:00Did you that when you make those changes is just as important as what changes you make? Recognizing the rhythms of our day, week, month and year will set us up for success in building family culture.
Episode 28 Carey Bailey and How to Set Yourself up for Success in the Culture Making Process
November 20, 2018 11:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBIf you have been with us for a bit you know that if you want to change your family you will have to change your culture. But did you that when you make those changes is just as important as what changes you make? Today we will be talking about the rhythms of our day, week, month and year that will set us up for success when building family culture. Everything we talked about in this episode can be found here: https://www.thefamilycultureproject.com/podcast/episode-28-carey-bailey-and-how-to...
Episode 27 One Word Can Change The Way You Navigate The Holiday Season
November 13, 2018 11:00Thanksgiving and Christmas are quickly approaching. Most people I know either look forward to this season or dread it. Guess what? I dread it. Well not really, but sort of! That was until we found a way to focus and simplify or holiday experience. It changed the way we approach the holidays and we know it will change the way you approach yours.
Episode 26 Allie Casazza and How Simplicity Makes Room For a Strong Family Culture
November 06, 2018 11:00You don’t have to spend all of your time coordinating schedules and putting away the stuff you’ve accumulated in our home. Minimalism can save you time, resources, and energy that are vital to intentionally build culture in your home.
Episode 25 Becky Kiser and The Secret to Making Your Holidays More Meaningful
October 30, 2018 10:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBThe way we celebrate the holidays shapes our family culture. The traditions and customs around Birthdays, Easter, Thanksgiving, and yes even Valentine’s Day creates experiences in our home that are remembered by our children years after they leave our home. So if you are looking to approach the holidays with peace and purpose rather than frenzy and overwhelm you’ll want to listen to this week’s episode. Everything we talked about on this episode can be found here: https://www.thefamilycultu...
Episode 25 Becky Kiser and The Secret to Making Your Holidays More Meaningful
October 30, 2018 10:00The way we celebrate the holidays shapes our family culture. The traditions and customs around Birthdays, Easter, Thanksgiving, and yes even Valentine’s Day creates experiences in our home that are remembered by our children years after they leave our home.
Episode 24 Start with Your Why
October 10, 2018 13:26Knowing your why gives you the confidence you need to pursue a life with purpose, not just as an individual but as a family.
Episode 23 - Resources That Have Changed Our Family's Culture
September 26, 2018 20:34We’ve put together a short list of resources that have helped us along in the culture building process and in many cases changed the way we think about family culture.
Episode 22 Jessica Wolstenhom on Cultivating Faith in Your Family Culture
September 18, 2018 10:00Faith is integral to many families and it plays an important part in bringing people together. When we establish a culture of faith in our homes we have a greater chance of passing our faith onto our children.
Episode 21 Emily Sue Allen on Resilience and Family Culture
September 11, 2018 10:00It’s easy for parents to have big ideas about what they want their family to look like but then get discouraged in their everyday. It’s important for you to know that we’ve all experienced this. Today we are talking with Emily Sue Allen. We hope her words will inspire you to stay the course when it comes to establishing what is important to you.
Episode 20 The Power of a Family Business Meeting
September 04, 2018 10:00Within a workplace or organization, regular meetings with team members are a given. They keep you informed, help you achieve goals and ensure everyone is on the right track, and provide an opportunity to innovate as a team. Weekly meetings within a family can do the same.
Episode 19 Elisa Pulliam on Technology and Family Culture
August 28, 2018 10:00Have you ever wondered “could I be addicted to my phone?” I feel like that question has definitely crossed all our minds at some point. With so much technology and social media available, it’s only a matter of time before we feel like we just can’t live without it.
Episode 18 Sarah Koontz on How Family Culture Helps You Through Life’s Changes
August 21, 2018 10:00Making big changes can be scary, especially when those changes affect not only you but the ones you love.
Episode 17 Elise Daly Parker on How Vision Boarding Will Help Your Family
August 14, 2018 10:00Today we are learning about a tool that Olympic athletes have used for decades to improve performance. It might surprise you what it is and how it can be used to build family culture.
Episode 16 How a Family Retreat Will Benefit Your Family
August 07, 2018 10:00Many organizations hold yearly employee performance reviews. These evaluations reinforce what their managers expect in the workplace but also provide employers with information to use when making decisions, such as promotions, pay raises, and layoffs. In addition, many organizations utilize the 360 peer review which is an assessment of interpersonal skills from an employee’s peers. We used the same format with our children and incorporated it into our yearly retreat.
Episode 15 Jen Schmidt on Opening the Door of Your Home
July 31, 2018 22:00In this episode, we are talking with Jen Schmidt. She recently wrote a book called Just Open the Door. At first glance, it appears to be a book about hospitality, but it’s far more than that. It’s about “How One Invitation Can change a Generation”
Episode 14 Kimberly Coyle on Maintaining Family Culture After a Move
July 24, 2018 10:00Where you live has a huge impact on your family culture. It may determine how much time you spend with your family, how you work, how you play, what you eat, and even how you interact with others. So, what happens to your family culture when you move somewhere that’s drastically different than where you are now?
Episode 13 Matt Bartgis on Navigating the Tension between Culture and Individuality
July 17, 2018 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBWhen people hear the word tension it’s not always a positive thing. However, there are 2 types of tensions - healthy and unhealthy. This episode will help you shift your perspective on tension and explain why it is an important part of growth as both an individual, and an organization, and a family. In this episode you'll hear: The difference between healthy tension and unhealthy tension. How to maintain your culture while celebrating the individuals who are apart it. The one thing you c...
Episode 13 Matt Bartgis on Navigating the Tension between Culture and Individuality
July 17, 2018 10:00When people hear the word tension it’s not always a positive thing. However, there are 2 types of tensions - healthy and unhealthy. This episode will help you shift your perspective on tension and explain why it is an important part of growth as both an individual, and an organization, and a family.
Episode 12 Elisa Pulliam on When Your Spouse is Not on Board
July 10, 2018 10:00There are many reasons why a partner may not be a part of culture building process of the home. It could be long work hours, frequent business travel, or possible health issues. Or they may just not understand why culture matters. If you feel alone when it comes to creating your family culture this podcast will give you the encouragement and tools you need to make lasting positive changes.
The Family Culture Project Season 2 Trailer
July 03, 2018 17:57Join us each week in season 2, as we talk with experts, leaders, and everyday people who are intentionally creating culture within their families and organizations. Drawing on the principles of organizational culture, we will help you establish your unique family culture, one that reflects your values and beliefs. As a result, you’ll be able to lead with purpose and passion and create unity within your family.
Episode 11 How Words Shape Your Family Culture
May 23, 2018 10:00The contributing factors in a culture are the vision, values, and beliefs, and practices which include language. This week we will be focusing on the words we use in our every day that shape our families culture.
Episode 10 You Know What Your Passionate About... Now What?
May 08, 2018 10:00We are all passionate about something but few of us can say that those passions are a part of our lives. In this episode, we will be addressing what to consider when making what matters to you most show up in your every day.
Episode 09 Why What You are Passionate About Matters
May 01, 2018 10:00Knowing your core values and passions is crucial to living a life of purpose with your family.In this episode, we will be talking about passions, what they are, and why they are important to not only identify and but incorporate into your family’s culture.
Episode 08 Why Knowing Your Values is Not Enough
April 24, 2018 17:35It’s great to know what your values are but they are meaningless if they are on their own. We have all seen the posters. The ones that include a beautiful image and a list of values that a company stands for. These large signs proclaim what’s important to its founder, however, the organization's members go about their days continuing with habits that just don’t line up with the words displayed. In this episode, we are talking more about values, and why simply knowing your what yours a...
Episode 07 Creating a Value Driven Family Culture
April 17, 2018 10:00Everyone values something. Once you have identified what it is that you value you are better able to make it show up in your life, allowing you to be successful in what matters the most to you.
Episode 06 What are Values and Why are they Important?
April 10, 2018 10:00Knowing what you want your family to be known for is an important part of creating a thriving family culture. Another critical component is determining your values and living according to them.
Episode 05 The Benefits of a Clearly Defined Culture
April 03, 2018 10:00Procrastination, lack of team spirit, and decreased engagement are all signs of a negative culture both in organizations and families. This often happens when the vision and ultimately the culture is not decided ahead of time.
Episode 04 Your Past, Present, and Future Culture
March 27, 2018 10:00Some of the things we do as a family is very similar to the way I did them growing up. Just as my parents passed culture to me, I'm now passing it onto my children. In this episode we’ll talk about how your past impacts your present family culture. Then we’ll show you how you can examine the past so that you’ll be inspired to plan for the future.
Episode 03 How to Assess Where Your Family Culture is Now
March 20, 2018 10:00Change starts with awareness. This is true in every area of your life. Your Family’s Culture is no different! In order to successfully leap forward in the family culture building process it’s best to know where you are starting from.
Episode 02 Are you Creating Culture or is it Creating You?
March 20, 2018 10:00Every family has a particular way they work together to solve problems, achieve goals, and connect with one another. It’s their Family Culture! Just like business culture, family culture is either created by default, subject to the whims of its members, or through intentionality.
Episode 01 What is Culture and What it Has to Do With Families
March 13, 2018 10:10Welcome to the Family Culture Project episode 1, today we will be discussing what culture is and how it applies to your family.
Episode 00 Welcome to The Family Culture Project
March 13, 2018 10:00Drawing on the principles of organizational culture, this podcast will help you establish your unique family culture, one that reflects your values and beliefs. As a result, you’ll be able to lead with purpose and passion and create unity within your family. Join host Kimberly Amici and her husband Carl as they talk with experts, leaders, and everyday people who are intentional creating culture within their families and organizations.