JJ, a location-independent entrepreneur, led a virtual workshop with a diverse group of participants from North Wales, Milwaukee, Anderson, Indiana, Copenhagen, and Nottingham. The workshop was interactive, with participants encouraged to engage via chat or microphone. JJ emphasized the importance of prayer and Bible study in the workshop’s content, which was co-created with God. The workshop aimed to align participants’ goals with God’s purpose for their lives, with JJ sharing personal experiences and convictions. The workshop was not just for JJ, but also for the participants, as it was a message for both JJ and the attendees.

JJ shared her personal journey, which involved moving from Birmingham to London and then to Dubai, and her experiences with emotional and spiritual abuse. She described how she found herself in a cycle of abuse and eventually cried out to God for help. God’s response, “Why would anyone choose you when you’ve never chosen yourself?” led JJ to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. She became a coach and eventually returned to her faith, with God using her to teach others about personal development and healing. JJ also shared her nervousness about delivering her first virtual workshop, but expressed her openness to God’s plans for her. She emphasized the importance of creating safe spaces for vulnerable interactions and trust-building.

JJ emphasized the importance of creating a safe and interactive environment for the session, encouraging honesty, vulnerability, and courage without judgment. He stressed the use of biblical integrity, ensuring all content is grounded in Scripture and responsibly interpreted. JJ also outlined his expectations for the participants, including an open mind, willingness to challenge old beliefs, and trust in God’s purpose for growth. He introduced two foundational Scriptures, Proverbs 16:3 and Ephesians 3:20, which emphasize the need to commit one’s work to the Lord and trust in God’s power to exceed human expectations. JJ concluded the session with a prayer, asking for God’s presence and guidance throughout the workshop.

JJ led a transformative session focused on reflecting on 2024 and setting goals for 2025. He emphasized the importance of self-reflection and understanding past decisions and patterns to avoid repeating them. Participants were encouraged to share their reflections in the chat and write down personal thoughts. JJ also discussed the concept of emotional giants, such as procrastination, perfectionism, and imposter feelings, which can hinder progress. He stressed the need to confront these emotions and face them head-on before setting new goals. The session concluded with JJ promising to provide resources to support the discussed topics.

JJ discusses how fear manifests in different ways, often masking itself as behaviors like procrastination, perfectionism, and self-doubt. She introduces a “fearless framework” with three dimensions: the mask, the shield, and the signal. The mask refers to behaviors that hide underlying fears, such as procrastination masking a fear of failure. The shield is using fear as protection from discomfort or rejection, limiting one’s potential. JJ encourages identifying the real fears behind these behaviors and not letting fear dictate decisions.

JJ discussed the role of fear in our lives, emphasizing that it can act as a mask or a shield. Fear as a mask disguises itself as another behavior or mindset to avoid confrontation, while fear as a shield protects us from vulnerability and potential failure. JJ shared personal experiences, such as her struggle with defensiveness and imposter syndrome, to illustrate these concepts. She also stressed that fear is not a stop sign, but rather a signal that we are on the edge of growth and transformation. JJ encouraged the audience to recognize where fear is acting as a shield in their lives and to allow faith to guide them through these challenges.

JJ discussed the story of Queen Esther and her courage in the face of fear. Esther’s fear of approaching the king without permission was significant, but she still took action to save her people. JJ used this story to illustrate how fear can signal an opportunity for growth or stepping into purpose. He encouraged the audience to identify their own fears and consider what growth opportunities they might signal. JJ also discussed the importance of renewing one’s mind, as per Romans 12:2, and the need to focus on the truth and beauty of God’s promises rather than being consumed by fear, doubt, or negativity. He introduced the concept of the “Goliath principle,” where the root belief of fear is the main obstacle to overcome, and once conquered, the emotional and behavioral actions can be addressed.

JJ discussed two key strategies for achieving goals: the Transformative Alignment Method and the importance of setting God-sized goals. The Transformative Alignment Method involves four steps: identity (becoming the person needed to achieve the goal), outcome (defining the overall assignment), milestones (breaking down the goal into smaller, achievable steps), and action (taking the necessary steps to achieve the goal). JJ emphasized the need to align goals with one’s identity in Christ and to focus on the big picture, rather than just small, manageable tasks. He also shared his personal goal of pursuing a master’s degree in theology and leadership.

JJ emphasized the importance of daily habits and habits to let go of in achieving God-sized goals. He encouraged participants to commit to a daily practice and let go of a habit in 2025. JJ also discussed the need to transform prayer habits, moving from repetition to fervor and belief, and praying with intention for specific outcomes. He highlighted the importance of praying for others and recognizing that God works through people. Lastly, he shared his realization about the meaning of “humble themselves” in the context of 2 Chronicles 7:14, suggesting it’s more than just being humble, but also involves recognizing one’s limitations and seeking God’s guidance.

JJ discussed the importance of fasting as a means to achieve spiritual breakthroughs and align with God’s direction. He explained different types of fasting, such as the Esther fast, Daniel fast, and Moses fast, each with a specific purpose and context. JJ emphasized the need for intentionality and specificity when fasting, and how it can break spiritual and emotional barriers. He also shared his personal experience of fasting and how it led to a deeper understanding of God’s intentions. JJ invited the participants to join him in a faith and vision boarding session and to sign up for his Giant Slayer membership, which will offer a combination of business mentoring and Christian life coaching. The conversation ended with JJ encouraging the participants to commit to doing things differently and to surrender parts of their lives to God.

JJ discussed her transition from business coaching to life coaching, emphasizing the importance of addressing emotional and spiritual challenges faced by women in business, particularly Christian women. She shared her personal experiences of seeking support and healing outside of the church and her realization that God was calling her to create a space for business women to heal and grow spiritually. JJ also highlighted the importance of leaning into fear and changing one’s mindset to embrace opportunities for growth. She announced her plans to create an online hub for business women to have conversations and seek support, and encouraged attendees to stay connected and seek her guidance if needed.