This isn’t just another show. It’s a space for motivated individuals who feel called to build something that lasts — in business, in family, in faith. We’re talking legacy, grit, brotherhood, courageous stewardship. The kind that costs something… and changes everything. Each episode, we’ll dive into real conversations — not just theory, but the trenches. The wins, the wounds, and the wisdom that comes from walking it out. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, a parent, or just someone asking, “What am I really here for?” — this is for you. Let’s build what matters.
Episode 48: Hiring Beyond the Resume — Character Over Competence
Most leaders hire for skill because it’s easy to measure — but it’s character that determines whether skill helps or hurts your organization. In this episode, Sean and Jake give you a practical framework for evaluating integrity, ownership, consistency, and follow‑through in real‑world behavior. You’re not looking for perfection — you’re looking for how someone handles being imperfect.
You’ll get actionable interview questions and on‑the‑job signals that reveal who someone really is when things go wrong. Plus, they outline the cultural systems leaders must build if they want character to be the norm, not the exception.
Hosts:
Jake Tracy | Email: j.tracy@courageousstewards.comSean Skiver | Email: s.skiver@courageousstewards.com
16 Sept 2026
Episode 47: Sunken Cost Fallacy: When Past Investment Becomes Present Bondage
This episode exposes one of the most dangerous traps in real‑estate stewardship: holding onto properties, partnerships, or projects simply because you’ve already poured time and money into them. Through real‑estate examples, psychology insights, a faith‑centered lens, and a powerful case study, Sean and Jake show how sunk‑cost thinking drains families, clouds leadership, and sabotages portfolios. You’ll learn how to identify the trap, exit it with clarity, and steward your future with courage.
Hosts:
Jake Tracy | Email: j.tracy@courageousstewards.comSean Skiver | Email: s.skiver@courageousstewards.com
2 Sept 2026
Episode 46: Be Genuine and Surrender the Outcome
There’s a deeper kind of courage in business: the courage to be fully yourself and release your grip on controlling how others respond. In this episode, Sean and Jake explore the peace that comes from doing your part with integrity and letting the result be what it is. They unpack the exhausting cycle of performing, the freedom of authenticity, and the long‑term strength that comes from choosing integrity over income. This conversation invites you to trust the process, trust your values, and trust that the right opportunities will meet you where you truly are.
Hosts:
Jake Tracy | Email: j.tracy@courageousstewards.comSean Skiver | Email: s.skiver@courageousstewards.com
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