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Courageous Stewards

Podcast by Sean Skiver and Jake Tracy

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About Courageous Stewards

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.

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33 episodes

episode Episode 32: Scaling on Purpose: How Smart Operations Fueled Explosive Growth with Alex Hopson artwork

Episode 32: Scaling on Purpose: How Smart Operations Fueled Explosive Growth with Alex Hopson

In this episode of The Courageous Stewards Podcast, the hosts sit down with Alex Hopson, the Director of Operations behind a rapidly expanding network of family‑run businesses. Alex has played a pivotal role in taking multiple ventures from small, scrappy beginnings to streamlined, scalable operations capable of sustaining serious growth. He shares why intentional systems, operational clarity, and building for the future—not just today—became the secret weapons that allowed their companies to scale quickly without burning out their people or breaking their processes. From designing smarter workflows to eliminating bottlenecks before they become problems, Alex breaks down the mindset and mechanics of operational excellence that any entrepreneur can apply. If you want to grow without chaos, this conversation is a masterclass in doing it right from the start. Guest: Alex Hopson, Director of Operations alex@hopsonproperty.com Wellspring Companies | wellspringlegacygroup.com Brightway Insurance The Hopson Family Agency Hosts: Jake Tracy | Email: j.tracy@courageousstewards.com Sean Skiver | Email: s.skiver@courageousstewards.com

20 May 2026 - 1 h 1 min
episode Episode 31: Operational Excellence: The Systems Every Steward Needs to Carry Their Calling artwork

Episode 31: Operational Excellence: The Systems Every Steward Needs to Carry Their Calling

Chaos doesn’t just create stress—it steals from your calling. In this episode of Courageous Stewards, we break down why stewardship is far bigger than money. It’s about order, structure, responsibility, and the systems that make excellence possible. God is a God of order, and wherever chaos shows up, He invites His stewards to bring alignment. When we put systems in place, we create clarity, capacity, trust, and scalability—the very things that allow our calling to bear fruit, because Wisdom + Process = Clarity. We unpack the 5 systems every steward must build to operate with excellence: * Communication — creating alignment and eliminating confusion * Financial — stewarding resources with integrity and foresight * Maintenance and Workflow — keeping what God entrusted in good order * People — cultivating healthy, empowered, accountable relationships * Decision-Making — choosing with clarity instead of reacting from chaos We challenge you to ask: Where is chaos stealing from your calling? And what order is God inviting you to establish so you can carry more, serve better, and build with excellence? Scripture references: 1 Corinthians 14:40, Colossians 3:23, James 1:5, Proverbs 27:23 Hosts: Jake Tracy | Email: j.tracy@courageousstewards.com Sean Skiver | Email: s.skiver@courageousstewards.com

13 May 2026 - 32 min
episode Episode 30: Start Small, Steward Well: Trusting God with the First Step artwork

Episode 30: Start Small, Steward Well: Trusting God with the First Step

In this episode of Courageous Stewards, the hosts dig into the often-overlooked power of small beginnings. They unpack why God doesn’t wait for us to have every resource, every skill, or every detail figured out before He moves. Instead, He blesses our willingness to start, even when our beginnings feel tiny, imperfect, or uncertain. From stewarding our time, money, and abilities, to taking the first faithful step toward the vision God has placed on our hearts, this conversation reminds us that impact doesn’t begin with abundance—it begins with obedience. As we move, God multiplies. As we act, He equips. As we steward what’s in our hands today, He prepares us for what’s ahead. This episode is a call to courageous action: start where you are, with what you have, and trust God to grow it into more than you imagined. Hosts: Jake Tracy | Email: j.tracy@courageousstewards.com Sean Skiver | Email: s.skiver@courageousstewards.com

6 May 2026 - 35 min
episode Episode 29: The Anchor & The Aim: Decision-Making for the Faith-Driven Leader artwork

Episode 29: The Anchor & The Aim: Decision-Making for the Faith-Driven Leader

Faith doesn’t remove the pressure—it reshapes your response to it. In the world of investing, entrepreneurship, and family leadership, the weight of a decision can feel like an immovable force. But what if the goal isn't to escape the heat, but to be forged by it? In this episode, we’re breaking down a practical, faith-driven framework for making high-stakes moves when the clock is ticking and the stakes are high. We move past the "wait and see" and dive into a proactive rhythm of leadership: Pause: Even 10 seconds can reset your mind. Pray: Stepping out of the noise to find clarity. Values Over Emotions: Anchoring your "yes" inwhat lasts, not what you feel. Seek Wise Counsel: Why the best leaders never fly solo. Act with Confidence: Moving forward with the peace thatsurpasses the market’s volatility. Whether you’re managing a portfolio, a pivot, or ahousehold, learn how to turn pressure into a catalyst for growth. Hosts: Jake Tracy | Email: j.tracy@courageousstewards.com Sean Skiver | Email: s.skiver@courageousstewards.com

29 Apr 2026 - 36 min
episode Episode 28: The Steward’s Mindset: Faithful Finances with Jacob Black artwork

Episode 28: The Steward’s Mindset: Faithful Finances with Jacob Black

In this episode, the Courageous Stewards sit down with financial advisor, Jacob Black, known for his deep commitment to relationships, integrity, and God‑honoring leadership. Jacob shares practical financial wisdom every Christian man needs — from building a long‑term plan to stewarding resources with clarity and conviction. But this conversation goes deeper than money. Together, they unpack what it means to be a man of integrity, to work hard without losing your soul, and to lead your family with purpose in a culture that constantly pulls you off mission. Guest: Jacob Black, Financial Advisor, Foguth Financial Group Email: teamblack@foguthfinancial.com [teamblack@foguthfinancial.com] Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/jrblack99Instagram: @jrblack99 Hosts: Jake Tracy | Email: j.tracy@courageousstewards.com Sean Skiver | Email: s.skiver@courageousstewards.com

22 Apr 2026 - 1 h 13 min
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