Latest Ballard Podcast Episodes
Shaila Visser from Alpha on Leading for Longevity and A New Moment for Evangelism in Canada
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - July 08, 2024 09:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsEvery leader faces moments when vision dims and passion wavers. How do we sustain a vision for long term leadership and be able to lead with joy in our hearts and conviction in our steps? This week, Shaila Visser from Alpha joins us on the podcast for a second time to share insights from her ex...
Podcast #412: Are You Happy Where You Are TODAY?
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - July 01, 2024 10:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome to another episode of No More Excuses! Today’s podcast might be a bit different from the previous ones. Lately I’ve been getting asked, “How did you get into coaching?” So, I thought today I would share a little bit of my story, and how I realized I was not...
Podcast #411: Are you Persistent or a PITA?
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - June 24, 2024 22:08 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of the No More Excuses podcast! Today I’m tackling a crucial aspect of success... being persistent without being a pain in the ass! Persistence is key to achieving your goals, but how do you do it without annoying everyone around...
Chrishan Jeyaratnam from Hillsong East Coast
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - June 24, 2024 09:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsWhat is unique about your church that you bring to the broader body of Christ? And, what from the broader body of Christ can you draw from and be strengthened by? Chrishan Jeyaratnam joined us this week from Hillsong East Coast where he and his wife Danielle serve as Lead Pastors. Chrishan shar...
Podcast #407: If a 16 Year Old Can Do It...
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - June 18, 2024 17:06 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! Today is a RARE occasion! I have a guest on this podcast and he is THE YOUNGEST GUEST of the few I've had. Listen today as he shares his story and why if HE can do it... you can too! DO WHAT? CHANGE YO...
Podcast #410: How Do You Build Mental Toughness?
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - June 17, 2024 19:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! Today we’re diving into a crucial topic for success in any area of life: Mental Toughness! Listen in as today I'll discuss: What is mental toughness? Why is it so important? How can you build it it? The q...
Pete Hughes & Tyler Staton on Contending for the Renewal of your City and Cultivating Deep Rhythms of Prayer
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - June 10, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsHow can the people of God inhabit our cities - in workplaces, commutes & classrooms in a way that’s coloured by the hope of God’s kingdom breaking in? This week Tyler Staton and Pete Hughes join us on the podcast in a conversation that was originally a part of one of our Emerging Leaders Lab co...
Podcast #409: Holy Shit, It's June!?
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - June 03, 2024 18:40 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses Podcast! I'm your host, Sandi Ballard, The Badass Business Coach™, and today I'm hitting you with a bit of a wake-up call: say it with me: "Holy Shit... It's June!?" I've done this as a talk a few times over the...
Lupus and Joy with Genny Mack
Radical Magical Brilliance: Centering The Well-Being of Black Women - May 29, 2024 01:06 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsIt's been a while since I posted an episode, and this one is particularly personal and special to me. In recognition of Lupus Awareness Month, I had a heartfelt conversation on Instagram with Holistic Nutritionist and Lupus Warrior, Genny Mack. We discuss our diagnoses, our connections, and our ...
Helen Burns on the Tension Between Production & Authenticity, the Crisis of Pastoral Belonging, and Why Gen Z is Looking For Presence Over Information
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - May 27, 2024 09:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 20 ratings38 years into ministry, Helen Burns speaks of the Church with love in her voice and delight in the work God is doing among His people today. Joining us on the podcast for a second time, Helen is a voice of encouragement as she reflects on what she has learned along the way. From planting Relat...
Podcast #408: Get Your Business in "Summer-Body" Shape!
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - May 20, 2024 18:32 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome to another episode of No More Excuses! In today's episode, I talk about something near and dear to my heart—a business tune-up. You heard me right. It's time to get your business leaner, stronger, and ready to kick some serious ass! We all know the importan...
Podcast #307: If a 16 Year Old Can Do It...
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - May 13, 2024 18:37 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! Today is a RARE occasion! I have a guest on this podcast and he is THE YOUNGEST GUEST of the few I've had. Listen today as he shares his story and why if HE can do it... you can too! DO WHAT? CHANGE YO...
Evan Allnutt on Recapturing Courage, Ministry Internships For Retirees, and Releasing Your Vision For God’s Call
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - May 13, 2024 09:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsLetting Jesus shepherd us into renewed courage and contentment when our vision for success has been broken is a wrestle many of us are familiar with. It's a path that our guest this week, Evan Allnutt, has walked at different moments in his vocational journey. Through changing careers from tea...
Podcast #406: Managing the Mania of Business Ownership
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - May 06, 2024 13:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome to another episode of "No More Excuses". Today, I want to dive into the whirlwind world of business ownership and how to manage the mania that comes with it. Running a business is NOT for the faint of heart. It's a rollercoaster ride of highs and lows, tw...
John Mark Comer on Spiritual Formation for Today’s World, Recovery After Sundays, and Practices for Deep Friendship
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - April 29, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsJohn Mark Comer joins us again for a conversation on why people in our congregations are gravitating towards spiritual formation right now, and how we can pastor people beyond conversion into deeper healing and sanctification in their walk with Christ. Jason and John Mark talk through what it’s...
Podcast #405: Mid Q2: Time to Play BIGGER!
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - April 15, 2024 17:33 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses" podcast! Today, we're diving into Q2 and how to kick things into high gear to make this year your most successful yet. And yes, this is on the coattails of understanding how important a business plan is. If...
Podcast #404: Where is Your Business Plan?
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - April 08, 2024 18:29 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHappy MONDAY MOTIVATION and eclipse day! Welcome to another episode of the "No More Excuses," podcast! Get ready, as today's episode is all about the importance of having a solid business plan! I’ve had clients who totally REFUSED to do a business planand others who were totally into the...
Mark Buchanan on Pastoring Others Without Losing Your Soul, Growing Deep Over Fast, and Telling Gospel-Shaped Stories
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - April 08, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsMark Buchanan sits down with us again to explore everything from how storytelling forms us to our addiction to control. He articulates how narratives help us navigate the truths of life and our identity, emphasizing the significance of weaving hope-filled, gospel-rooted stories into the fabric ...
Podcast #403: Welcome to Q2! Time to Spring Clean Some Shit!
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - April 01, 2024 11:20 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses," where we tackle obstacles head-on and embrace the power of transformation. Alright, Badasses, welcome to April 1st, the 2nd Quarter, and to me, the "REAL" start of Spring! So, I think today's the perfect time to t...
Podcast #402: Is Your Hiring Process Killing Your Business?
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - March 25, 2024 18:18 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses," where we tackle challenges head-on and empower you to take charge of your success. As a DiSC® certified business coach, I’m really excited to dive into today’s topic, one that's critical for any business: hiring...
Tammy Giffen on Neighbourhood Contextualization, Processing When People Leave, and What Helps Canada Feel Smaller
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - March 25, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsHow do we contextualize our churches to the neighbourhoods God has called us to? And how do you keep your heart healthy when people leave your church? In today’s episode with Tammy Giffen, lead pastor of Groundswell Church in Truro, Nova Scotia, we explore these questions and more from her jou...
Podcast #401: What Are You Sticking With?
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - March 21, 2024 11:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY [NOW THURSDAY] MOTIVATION! Welcome back to a special anniversary episode of "No More Excuses". I'm publishing Monday's podcast TODAY (aka Thursday), because it was EIGHT years ago today that I started this podcast! But before we dive into today's theme, let's take a moment t...
Podcast #400: There's Always MORE!
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - March 11, 2024 20:43 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses". Today, I want to discuss the topic that's near and dear to my heart—why it's crucial to keep learning, no matter where you are in your personal or professional journey. Listen in as I share a Badass Moment of ...
Nicky Gumbel On His Succession at HTB, a Vision to Train 10,000 Pastors, and the Significance of April 17, 2033
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - March 11, 2024 10:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsIn this episode, Jason sits down with the pioneer of the Alpha Course and former Vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton in London, Nicky Gumbel. Nicky shares about his journey of transitioning leadership at HTB after nearly two decades in the senior role, emphasizing the importance of healthy succession...
Podcast #399: What Chances Will You Take This Year?
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - March 04, 2024 19:26 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses!" Today, we're diving deep into the world of risks and the incredible rewards that come with stepping out of your comfort zone. Let's talk about taking chances. It's easy to stay within the safety net of what we k...
Podcast #398: Processes & Procedures: Your Ticket to BADASS Success!
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - February 26, 2024 19:31 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to "No More Excuses," the podcast where we cut through the bullshit and get down to business. Today, I'm zeroing in on a silent PROFIT killer of your business: inefficient processes and procedures. These hidden time-suckers are eating away at your...
Jerry L. Sittser On the Early Church “Third Way”, Re-introducing a Christian Imagination, and Navigating Grief through a Redemptive Lens
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - February 26, 2024 17:42 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsIn this episode, Jason had a conversation with Jerry L. Sittser, a retired professor of theology from Whitworth University, renowned for his expertise in Christian spirituality and history. In this conversation, Jerry shares the relevance of early Christian practices in today's world and highlig...
Podcast #397: BURNOUT SUCKS! How have you overcome it?
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - February 19, 2024 20:25 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome to another episode of "No More Excuses" – the podcast that's all about kicking those excuses to the curb and taking charge of your business life. I’m your host, Sandi Ballard, the Badass Business Coach™ Today, we're tackling a beast that haunts many entr...
Jonathan Smith On Nurturing Change in Churches with Compassion, Embracing the Vitality of Pruning for Church Growth, and Recognizing the Essential Role of Spiritual Mentors
Canadian Church Leaders Podcast - February 12, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsChange and the process of pruning are essential yet challenging aspects of personal growth and church life. Jonathan Smith understands this reality deeply, having navigated 30 years of church ministry and leadership. In this engaging conversation with Jason, Jonathan candidly shares his transfor...
Podcast #396: Confronting the Financial Fears of Business Ownership!
No More Excuses! Monday Motivation - February 12, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses where we dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship and business success and create alignment for personal and professional growth. I'm your host Sandi Ballard, The BADASS Business Coach™, and today we're tacklin...