394. Embracing Your True IDENTITY & Living FEARLESSLY An interview with Bestselling Author - Jamie Winship.
DREAM THINK DO I Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
Release Date: 02/08/2024
DREAM THINK DO I Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
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info_outlineJamie Winship is back to DREAM THINK DO!
You probably remember him from episode 354… but if not… here’s a little background on Jamie.
Jamie Winship was an award-winning police officer in Washington DC who went on to spend nearly 30 years living and working in some of the most dangerous conflict zones in the world.
Jamie developed a unique process called the “Identity Method.” This process of identity transformation is the key to resolving inner conflict and acquiring new levels of learning… connection and creativity.
His unconventional efforts to bring about societal and racial reconciliation has led him to Indonesia, Jordan, Iraq, Palestine, Israel and now… back to the U.S.
Jamie and his amazing wife, Donna, are co-founders of Identity Exchange, a training and consulting agency that helps individuals and teams discover new levels of creativity and resiliency within the framework of true identity.
He’s worked with professional sports teams, business leaders, government officials, non-profit organizations, and many others.
Since our last conversation… Jamie and Donna have ALSO partnered with Vossler Studios to create a new non-profit… called “The Encounter.”
It’s specifically designed to bring identity content & curriculum to schools and communities around the world.
And even though it’s brand new… they’re already fielding invitations to create films, apps, TV shows, and other media that will help repair the world. It’s so cool!
We obviously have a LOT to talk about… so let’s get to this!
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Jamie and Mitch will both be speaking at the upcoming Marketplace Collab Conference in Kingsport, Tennessee on March 8th and 9th.
This conference is for entrepreneurs, leaders and innovators who are wanting to see God move in the marketplace!
It’s for people who are wanting to hear from God more… so they can grow businesses, bring excellence and live their best lives!
It’s going to be amazing!
Find out more by clicking here.
MORE ABOUT JAMIE:
Jamie’s book: Living Fearless (click here)
Jamie’s Organization: Identity Exchange Click Here
Jamie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejamiewinship/
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I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU:
Okay… how about it!?
What did you think of Jamie’s stories?
More importantly… how might you apply the concepts he was talking about?
And how about the story of the wisdom his mentor shared with him in the hospital room? Holy cow… THAT was incredible and it speaks to the power of what just one word of encouragement can do for someone! Right?
Okay… now you know the question is coming!
Are you ready? Here it is: What’s something (BIG or small) YOU want to do as a result of hearing this episode?
Lastly… PLEASE share this powerful conversation with a friend or family member who might be needing it… right now!
They’ll thank you!
And hey… remember… I believe in you!
Mitch
Episode Minute By Minute:
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00:00 A Look Into Today’s Episode: Embracing Your True Identity and Living Fearlessly
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02:32 Introducing Jamie Winship: The Jason Bourne of the Missionary World
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03:03 Jamie's Unique Process: The Identity Method
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04:07 Jamie's Impact and Recent Projects
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04:55 The Power of Operating in Your True Identity
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05:24 Jamie's Journey as a Police Officer
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05:56 The Role of Identity in Innovation and Transformation
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10:27 Jamie's Unique Approach to Policing
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12:08 The Power of Trusting Your Gut
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25:55 The Impact of Changing Identity in the Marketplace
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30:04 Understanding Genesis and Worldviews
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31:05 Separation Worldview vs Connection Worldview
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33:13 The Role of Identity in the Marketplace
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38:21 The Influence of Wealth on Identity and Theology
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52:24 Mitch’s Minute! Biggest Takeaways and Action Steps