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Everyday Courage with Jillian Johnsrud

88 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 117 ratings

Want a life that's true to yourself and your values and dreams? The Everyday Courage podcast will help you get unstuck, find direction and overcome challenges. Using insights and humor from her professional and personal experience, Jillian Johnsrud will help you become a little more courageous every day in the choices you make to develop your career, your relationships, and your mindset.

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How the Greatest Entrepreneurs Deal with Imposter Syndrome

January 17, 2022 06:00 - 20 minutes - 14.5 MB

Entrepreneur Magazine’s editor-in-chief, Jason Feifer, joins Jillian to give practical advice on how the greatest entrepreneurs deal with imposter syndrome. 

Growing an Audience with Bold Authenticity with Tori Dunlap

January 03, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

When your audience grows, so will your critics. Tori Dunlap shares how she stays bold and vulnerable for her community, even when the haters come with the territory. 

Fire the Haters Part 3

December 20, 2021 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Concluding their series on Jillian’s book, Fire the Haters, August and Jillian talk about overcoming struggles, trusting the process, and finding your identity in actions rather than outcomes.  With her book out in the world, Jillian moved from creating to managing her expectations for how it is received. We can’t control the outcomes of our work, but we can optimize for not being discouraged.  Trust the Process Rather than being pulled into the hurricane of how people feel about your ...

How to Handle Internet Trolls with Pat Flynn

December 06, 2021 06:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

Pat Flynn knows what it’s like to be criticized online, but by persevering, he has learned a few rules of engagement to help guide creators and entrepreneurs.  For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.jillianjohnsrud.com/rules-of-engagement-with-pat-flynn/

The Hope Effect

November 29, 2021 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

Join Jillian, Joshua Becker, and The Hope Effect director Joe Darago to hear about how you can impact orphan care worldwide because every child deserves a family.  For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.jillianjohnsrud.com/the-hope-effect

Building Again after Failure

November 22, 2021 06:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

Two years after starting a business and excited about the enormous growth opportunities on the horizon, Christine Wheatley had to shut everything down. Was it worth it? Listen here at Libsyn, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, or your favorite player. When Christine started, A Little Local Flavor in downtown Nashville she was like all new business owners, excited about her great idea but facing her own imposter syndrome in light of the 136 other tour companies in the area. Her superpower to bri...

Fire the Haters Part 2

November 08, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

August and Jillian talk through part two of Fire the Haters. Learn how to move past procrastination and give yourself permission to ship your best self - at this moment - into the world.

Ryan The Minimalist

October 25, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Ryan Nicodemus from The Minimalists stops by to talk about embracing imposter syndrome and failure as you put your work out into the world. When Ryan was starting out as part of THE Minimalists, a lot of pressure came with that name. There is comfort in knowing that everyone, no matter how successful, has likely dealt with imposter syndrome. Learning to accept that one never truly “arrives” has allowed Ryan to keep growing and learning.  “There is a piece of me that hopes I never actually...

Imposter Syndrome, with Ryan The Minimalist

October 25, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Ryan Nicodemus from The Minimalists stops by to talk about embracing imposter syndrome and failure as you put your work out into the world. When Ryan was starting out as part of THE Minimalists, a lot of pressure came with that name. There is comfort in knowing that everyone, no matter how successful, has likely dealt with imposter syndrome. Learning to accept that one never truly “arrives” has allowed Ryan to keep growing and learning.  “There is a piece of me that hopes I never actually...

Fire the Haters Part 1

October 11, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.8 MB

Jillian sits down with her dear friend, August, to talk about part of her new book, Fire the Haters. Empowering yourself and your work starts with setting boundaries.  Finding courage in an online world is intimidating, but you and your work are worth taking the risk. Jillian shares three hints on how to be successful online and in your personal life, too.  #1. Set up rules for yourself  “Other people can’t know your rules for you.”  We all have our limits. When we feel burned out, i...

Growing a Business During a Mini Retirement

August 23, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 15.1 MB

Could things be different? That is the question Nicole Santiago answered when she embraced the art of flexibility and pivoted careers during her mini-retirement.  Nicole connected with Jillian in 2017. A full-time teacher who just had her third child, Nicole and her husband were stuck. Nicole, highly invested in her classroom but wanting to do more, was looking for a way to spend more time with her family and not be so stressed out.  Through her blog, she found an outlet and more purpo...

Recovering from Burnout with a Mini Retirement

August 16, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 13.1 MB

One week into his mini-retirement, Josh Obermyer joins Jillian to discuss the challenges and intentions he has to destress, decompress, and figure out what’s next.  Burnt out with his ever-increasing workload and long commute, Josh was ready for a break. An active member of the FIRE community, Josh has embraced the mindset that life is more than the destination. Committed to enjoying the journey, he planned for a mini-retirement.   Professionally, Josh is at the top of his game. He is ...

Testing the FIRE Lifestyle with a Mini Retirement

August 09, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 17.3 MB

A sabbatical meant to last two months has stretched into two years, and an indefinite mini-retirement as Paul learned that time is more valuable than money in this season of life.  When Paul and his family, including four children, decided that it was time to leave their work in the developing country of Zambia, they knew they needed rest. So, they planned a month or two away in between jobs and before they moved to their future home to allow themselves to relax, decompress, and reset.  ...

Taking a Mini Retirement Between Jobs

August 02, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 13.2 MB

Melissa took advantage of her family’s move across the U.S. to launch their mini-retirement travel adventures. Could a job transition help you step away and into your bigger goals? Listen here at Libsyn, Apple, Castbox, or your favorite player. Melissa, from the Travelling Wallet, connected with Jillian in 2017 through Jillian’s blog. They met in person at FinCon, and Melissa signed up for a paid mentorship with Jillian. She was even able to participate in the first retreat Jillian hoste...

Mini Retirements for Medical Professionals

July 26, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 15.1 MB

It is common for medical professionals to become burnt out in the often toxic and high-stress environments they work in. Brenda Krygowski shares how taking a mini-retirement helped her unplug from the system and find something better. 

How to Take Multiple Mini-Retirements

July 19, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 16.5 MB

What is a mini-retirement? Jillian has taken six of them and knows how transformative they can be in helping you get unstuck in life and motivated on your journey to financial independence.  What would you need to do to make room in your life to take a mini-retirement? What would you want to do with that time?  For help getting started, check out Jillian’s free resource: 6 Simple Steps to Taking a Mini Retirement at www.jillianjohnsrud.com/mini and check out her new course in August!

How To Design a Planning Weekend

May 10, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.88 MB

Adam and Jillian wrap up the season with an encouragement to plan a weekend with your partner to get on the same page, celebrate your progress, and dream big for your future together!

Supercharge Savings to Become Self Employed with Jamila Souffrant

May 03, 2021 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

Behind every successful, married entrepreneur is a supportive partner. Jamila Souffrant offers helpful advice on how to get on the same page as your spouse on the journey to self-employment. 

How to Communicate About Spending with Peter Polson

April 19, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Peter Polson of Tiller Money brings practical advice on learning to ask the right questions and finding the right tools when collaborating with your partner to reach your shared money goals. 

Dealing with Stock Market Fluctuations as a Couple

April 12, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

Investing as a couple is more than just the technical aspects; it also means learning to work through the emotions of market fluctuations together. 

First Generation Immigrants and Building Wealth with Humble Penny

April 05, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MB

By shaking free of their parents’ patterns and broader cultural mindsets regarding money, Ken and Mary have been able to forge a different path towards wealth that doesn’t come at the expense of their marriage. 

Best Way Spend an Unexpected Lump Sum - Stimulus Income

March 29, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB

Jillian and Adam discuss the pros and cons of supercharging your allocation plan or mixing it up with something different when receiving a lump sum of money.

FIRE Compromises in Marriage with Money Coach Mel

March 22, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

One Hour Millionaire money coach Mel joins Jillian to talk about making money compromises with her partner on the way to FIRE. 

The Saver vs The Spender - Conflict, and Fun Money Accounts

March 15, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Join Jillian (the saver) and Adam (the spender) for practical advice on how separate “fun money” accounts can help resolve conflict and offer stress-free opportunities to enjoy your money.

Resolving Money Conflicts in Therapy with Andy Hill

March 08, 2021 06:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Guest, Andy Hill, talks about how good financial advice went wrong early in his life and how inviting a third-party facilitator into the money conversation in his marriage made a world of difference in achieving their financial and life goals.  For more, visit https://www.jillianjohnsrud.com/resolving-money-conflicts-in-therapy-with-andy-hill

Jillian and Adam's Early Money Fights

March 01, 2021 17:01 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Talking with your partner about money can be challenging. Join Jillian and Adam as they share how they navigated the very different money patterns they brought into their marriage on their way to becoming millionaires. 

6 Listeners Best of 2020

January 04, 2021 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Is there a silver lining to 2020? Clients and friends join Jillian to share their best moments from the last year. You will be surprised and encouraged by the progress made during an unpredictable year.

6 Listeners 10 Year Time Capsule

December 28, 2020 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

What can happen in a decade? Join Jillian, her husband Adam, and six guests as they recount their own ten year time capsules and the valuable lessons they’ve learned along the way as they pursue financial independence and strive to create a life they love.

Using Rental Property to Accelerate FI with Coach Carson

December 21, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

Coach Carson is a trusted voice that Jillian seeks out when it comes to real estate investments. Hear helpful advice on how to make real estate a part of your ten year plan towards financial independence on this episode of Everyday Courage. 

Becoming FI to Follow Your Passion with MK Williams

December 14, 2020 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

“Nobody cares”, is an unusual nugget of advice, but MK Williams is here to bring her honest and helpful encouragement to anyone ready to make the next decade worthwhile.

10 Years to a 4 Hour Work Day

December 07, 2020 06:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

For most, the idea of a four hour work day sounds like perfection on the way to financial independence. Jillian reminds us that attaining that goal will take time, curiosity, and courageous growing along the way.

Telling Your Truth with August Cabrera

November 30, 2020 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

Longtime friend and author, August Cabrara, shares how the blog she started with Jillian ten years ago helped give her the courage to tell her whole truth about her mental health issues, grief, and everyday life.

10 years to 50 Percent FI

November 23, 2020 06:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

How realistic is it for the average person to pursue financial independence (FI)? Jillian offers a hopeful message about making progress in the next decade toward FI.

Nicole Walters on Motherhood and 7 Figure Entrepreneur

November 16, 2020 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

Inherit Learning Company CEO, Nicole Walters, shares how she went from corporate darling to living the self-employed dream. Finding contentment, purpose, and learning to banish fear paved the way to her success.

Hot Mess Joy Club #5

November 09, 2020 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

If you dug up Jillian’s ten year time capsule to success it may surprise you. She shares how naked butts and basement floods have impacted her progress in this season's Hot Mess Joy Club.

Financial and Relational Growth with Millennial Revolution

November 02, 2020 06:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

Millennial Revolutionaries, Kristy and Bryce, talk about how 2020 forced them to take a closer look at their relational portfolio and deal with the problems money couldn’t fix.

Starting a Debt Free Business with Alan Donegan

October 26, 2020 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

The always delightful, Alan Donegan, shares how focusing on personal development has helped him create a life that is unrecognizable from where he was a decade ago.

Opting Out with Cait Flanders

October 19, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

Jillian is joined by Cait Flanders, author of Adventures in Opting Out, to discuss how Cait’s last decade of living intentionally emboldened her to abandon the paths that lead her to places she didn’t want to go.

10 Year Time Capsule

October 12, 2020 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB

What did your life look like ten years ago?   Jillian reflects on her life in 2010 and how one of the worst years of her life became the catalyst for change and growth.

Future Journaling

October 05, 2020 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.25 MB

Would you be ready if someone gave you the opportunity you’ve been dreaming of? This episode equips us to think through what we need to make our dreams a reality.

Creating a Winning Partnership with Brad and Jonathan

September 28, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.5 MB

Trust and respect are the hallmarks of any successful partnership. Brad and Jonathan from ChooseFI share how they went from unlikely partners to some of the best in the business.

Reader Questions - Dysregulation, & How to Start a Coaching Biz

September 21, 2020 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.8 MB

You have questions, Jillian has answers! Join us as we tackle messy conversations and daunting career transitions.

Most Experty Expert

September 14, 2020 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.29 MB

While there will always be someone who knows more than you and your idea has probably already been done, Jillian reminds you that you don’t have to be the “most experty expert” to be enough.

Rich and Regular on Climbing the right ladder

September 07, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

Are you climbing the right ladder to success? Kiersten from Rich and Regular shares her story of switching ladders to fit her goals.

Hot Joy Mess Club: Pooping on Planes

August 31, 2020 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.46 MB

Isn’t everyone a hot mess when it comes to public speaking? Join Jillian as she recounts three memorable, conference related, fails that help her maintain her membership to the Hot Mess Club.

Measuring Success with the Right Two Metrics

August 24, 2020 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.1 MB

How do you measure success? Jillian challenges the listener to rethink their metrics and adopt a more holistic gauge of personal and career success.

Entrepreneur John Rampton- Planting Seeds to Grow Your Tribe

August 17, 2020 05:00 - 28 minutes - 20.1 MB

John Rampton shares how he develops networking connections by building authentic relationships. Jillian and John explore what it means to show up for people in a way that fosters growth, personally and professionally.

1000 Seeds

August 10, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.93 MB

“I have an hour. Maybe I can help.” This phrase has helped move Jillian into spaces of growth and relational development. Learn how living generously can reshape the way you network.

Dr. Kerry Ann Returns - Getting Unstuck by Finding Your Wolf Pack

August 03, 2020 05:02 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Are you stuck? Join Jillian and Kerry Ann Rockquemore as they nudge us towards embracing weakness and learning to ask for what we need.

Best in the Biz

August 03, 2020 05:01 - 12 minutes - 8.97 MB

Season 4 is all about the Best in the Biz. I'm curious how people have accomplished amazing things in entrepreneurship, partnerships, and the 9-5. What tools and mindsets have helped them along the way? And how "showing up" is 70% of the journey.