Jamie's Journey

Jamie Kienholz

Jamie’s Journey is a personal growth, mindset, and leadership podcast for women who want to build a meaningful life, grow their business, and manage money with clarity, without burnout or hustle culture. Hosted by Jamie Kienholz, each episode covers practical topics like discipline, focus, systems, identity, faith, financial clarity, and intentional living. You’ll learn how to stay consistent when motivation fades, make better decisions, and design your life with purpose, one season at a time. This podcast blends: Personal development and mindsetBusiness growth and leadershipFinancial discipline and clarityFaith-based perspective and real-life applicationSystems, habits, and long-term thinkingJamie’s Journey is for high-achieving women navigating ambition, responsibility, and growth, who want progress without pressure and structure without overwhelm. New episodes release weekly.

  1. 1D AGO

    The Habits I’m Protecting And the Ones I’m Letting Go

    Send us a text Not all progress comes from adding more. In this episode, Jamie Kienholz shares the habits she’s intentionally protecting in 2026 and the habits she’s choosing to release to create more clarity, focus, and balance. Jamie explains how habits shape identity, energy, and long-term growth, and why letting go is just as important as discipline. This conversation focuses on building habits that support alignment instead of pressure and learning to release patterns that no longer serve your current season. If you’re feeling stretched thin or overwhelmed by “doing it all,” this episode will help you simplify and lead your life more intentionally. Topics include: • Habit alignment • Letting go of burnout patterns • Intentional living • Boundaries and self-leadership • Discipline rooted in self-respect Follow Jamie On Instagram The Apex SocietyWe Elite Women Rist

    18 min

  2. JAN 27

    Who You’re Becoming Matters More Than What You’re Chasing

    Send us a text You can achieve the goal and still feel misaligned. In this episode, Jamie Kienholz explores why identity matters more than achievement and how chasing goals without evolving who you’re becoming leads to burnout, self-sabotage, and dissatisfaction. Jamie breaks down the difference between external success and internal alignment, how daily decisions shape identity, and why growth often requires letting go of old habits, beliefs, and expectations. This episode is for women who are driven, ambitious, and ready to stop chasing success that doesn’t fit the life they actually want. Topics include: • Identity-based growth • Personal development and self-leadership • Letting go of old patterns • Alignment vs achievement • Becoming the person who can sustain success Follow Jamie on Instagram Join the Apex Society Here! The Apex SocietyWe Elite Women Rist

    9 min

  3. JAN 27

    Systems Over Motivation, How I’m Structuring My Life in 2026

    Send us a text Motivation fades. Systems last. In this episode, Jamie Kienholz explains why relying on motivation keeps so many people stuck and how building simple systems can create consistency, clarity, and peace. Jamie shares how she’s structuring her life in 2026 using repeatable routines for focus, planning, money, and daily decision-making. This episode breaks down what systems really are, why they reduce mental clutter, and how structure can actually create more freedom. If you struggle with staying consistent, following through, or feeling overwhelmed by daily decisions, this episode will help you build momentum without relying on willpower. Topics include: • Systems vs motivation • Habit formation and consistency • Reducing decision fatigue • Focus and productivity frameworks • Building structure without rigidity Follow Jamie on Instagram Join the Apex Society Here! The Apex SocietyWe Elite Women Rist

    12 min

  4. JAN 15

    2026 Is the Year of Alignment - No more Hustle

    Send us a text Welcome to 2026. In this opening episode of the year, Jamie Kienholz sets the tone for what’s ahead and it’s not more hustle, pressure, or burnout disguised as ambition. This episode is a grounding reset for anyone who feels overwhelmed by “new year” expectations and ready to build a life that actually feels aligned. Jamie reflects on the lessons of 2025, shares what she’s doing differently in 2026, and invites listeners into a new way of thinking about growth, one rooted in clarity, systems, discipline, and peace. Instead of chasing more, this episode challenges you to ask a deeper question: Does the life you’re building actually match who you are becoming? If you’re craving intention over noise and alignment over acceleration, this episode is the perfect place to begin the year. What You’ll Learn ✔️ Why hustle alone leads to burnout and misalignment ✔️ What “alignment” really looks like in daily life ✔️ The difference between being busy and being intentional ✔️ How 2025 shaped Jamie’s approach to growth ✔️ Why systems matter more than motivation ✔️ A simple question to guide your decisions in 2026 Key Takeaways Alignment matters more than speedYou don’t need more goals — you need clearer prioritiesSystems create peace, not pressureGrowth should feel grounded, not franticClarity is the foundation of sustainable successStandout Quotes ✨ “I didn’t rush to record this episode, I wanted clarity, not noise.”  ✨ “If your life looks good on paper but feels heavy in your body, something is misaligned.”  ✨ “2026 doesn’t need more hustle, it needs alignment.”  ✨ “You don’t need a new version of yourself, just a more aligned one.” Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to 2026 02:10 – Why this year needs a different approach 05:05 – What 2025 taught me 08:45 – The shift from hustle to alignment 12:30 – What alignment really looks like 15:40 – A simple invitation for 2026 18:10 – Closing thoughts Listener Reflection Instead of setting a long list of goals, sit with this question: “What does alignment look like for me this year?” One habit. One boundary. One system. One release. That’s enough to change everything. Stay Connected 📍 Instagram: @jamiekienholz 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts & Spotify 🤍 Learn more about The Apex Society If You Enjoyed This Episode… Please take a moment to: ✔️ Leave a rating & review ✔️ Follow or subscribe to the show ✔️ Share this episode with someone starting the year intentionally Your support helps this podcast grow and reach more women who are building meaningful, aligned lives. The Apex SocietyWe Elite Women Rist

    7 min

  5. 12/16/2025

    Before the Year Ends - The 4 Conversations You Must Have With Yourself

    Send us a text As we head into Christmas week and inch closer to the New Year, it’s easy to get swept up in the noise, the schedules, and the pressure to “get it all together.” But real transformation doesn’t come from resolutions or fresh start magic, it comes from the conversations you have with yourself before the year ends. In this episode, Jamie guides you through four deeply honest and transformative conversations that will help you close out the year with clarity and step into 2026 with intention. These aren’t fluffy journal prompts or vision board questions, these are the inner confrontations that shift your direction, elevate your identity, and build your future. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, distracted, behind, or unsure of your next move, this episode will ground you, challenge you, and refocus you. What You’ll Learn ✔️ The truth-telling question that reveals what’s been holding you back  ✔️ How to practice accountability without shame  ✔️ Why identity determines outcomes (not goals)  ✔️ How to define a clear vision for your next season  ✔️ The difference between honesty and clarity — and why you need both  ✔️ A simple reflection framework to reset before the new year 4 Key Conversations Covered The Truth Conversation What are you pretending not to know? And what changes when you finally name it?The Accountability Conversation How did you contribute to your current results? And what power do you reclaim when you own your role?The Identity Conversation Who are you becoming? And what habits, environments, and standards must change to support her?The Vision Conversation What needs to happen next — practically, specifically, intentionally — to carry you into 2026 aligned and focused?Standout Quotes ✨ “Most people drag their unresolved truths into a new year. This is your chance to confront them.”  ✨ “You don’t rise to the level of your goals, you rise to the level of your identity.”  ✨ “Your next season is determined by your next decision, not your next dream.”  ✨ “Clarity is a gift you give your future self.” Chapters 00:00 – Intro: The quiet before the new year  02:12 – Why you need these 4 conversations  04:11 – The Truth-Telling Conversation  08:02 – The Accountability Conversation  11:14 – The Identity Conversation  14:50 – The Vision Conversation  18:40 – Challenge + next steps  20:10 – Outro + call to action Listener Challenge Before the year ends, spend 15 minutes answering the four big questions: What am I pretending not to know?How did I contribute to where I am?Who am I becoming?What needs to happen next?Tag Jamie on Instagram and share your biggest insight. Connect with Jamie Instagram: @jamiekienholz Apply to The Apex Society YouTube: Jamie’s Journey If You Enjoyed This Episode… Please take a moment to:  ✔️ Leave a rating & review  ✔️ Click follow/subscribe  ✔️ Share this episode with a friend or teammate Your support helps this show grow and reach more people seeking clarity and confidence in the new year. The Apex SocietyWe Elite Women Rist

    11 min

  6. 11/20/2025

    How Natalie Dawson Became a Respected Communicator — And How You Can Too

    Send us a text Keywords: communication skills, leadership, women in business, clarity, confidence, influence, personal development, business growth, speaking skills, emotional intelligence, leadership communication, confidence building, Natalie Dawson Episode Summary In this power-packed episode, Jamie breaks down the communication framework used by Natalie Dawson—the CEO, podcaster, and leadership expert known for her crystal-clear, outcome-driven communication style. If you’ve ever wondered how certain leaders command a room, speak with confidence, and earn respect without raising their voice… this episode gives you the blueprint. Jamie walks through the exact process Natalie uses to communicate with intention, clarity, data, and consistency — and how you can implement these steps immediately to elevate your leadership, relationships, and business. Whether you're leading a team, building your brand, or wanting to improve how you show up in conversations, this episode is your tactical guide to speaking with purpose and influence. What You’ll Learn ✔️ How to define the outcome of your conversation before you begin  ✔️ Why emotion-based communication undermines your authority  ✔️ How Natalie uses data instead of feelings to make her message land ✔️ The filler words that make women sound less confident — and how to remove them ✔️ How to give feedback like a leader (without guilt or conflict) ✔️ Why consistency is the key to being respected ✔️ A 24-hour communication reset you can start today Key Takeaways Clarity beats confidence. Know your outcome first.Data builds trust. Remove emotional language.Direct isn’t rude. Tone calm, message clear.Feedback must be immediate to be effective.Consistency creates credibility.Standout Quotes ✨ “If you don’t know the outcome you want, the other person wins by default.”  ✨ “Data builds trust — emotion builds confusion.”  ✨ “You don’t need to feel confident to speak clearly.”  ✨ “Your communication is your leadership.”  ✨ “Say it clean. Say it direct. Say it with purpose.” Chapters 00:00 – Warm Welcome + Why Communication Matters  02:14 – The #1 Thing Natalie Does Differently  04:32 – Speaking With Data Instead of Emotion  07:10 – Why Filler Words Kill Confidence  09:45 – The Feedback Formula Leaders Use  12:58 – The Power of Showing Up the Same Way  15:40 – The 24-Hour Communication Reset  18:02 – Final Thoughts + Listener Challenge  19:15 – Outro + Call to Action Listener Challenge Try the 24-Hour Natalie Dawson Communication Reset: Remove filler wordsSpeak in dataWrite the outcome before each conversationKeep your tone calm and steadyGive feedback immediatelyMessage Jamie on Instagram and share what changed for you. Resources Mentioned “Building Billions” Podcast (Natalie Dawson)Cardone Ventures Leadership PrinciplesStay Connected 👉 Instagram: @jamiekienholz 👉 Apply to The Apex Society: 👉 Subscribe on YouTube: Jamie’s Journey If You Loved This Episode… Please take 30 seconds to leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It helps this The Apex SocietyWe Elite Women Rist

    12 min

  7. 11/06/2025

    The De-Influencer Era — How to Stop Buying What You Don’t Need

    Send us a text In this bold, truth-telling episode, Jamie Kienholz pulls back the curtain on the consumer culture that keeps so many people stuck in debt, distraction, and discontent. She exposes how “luxury” marketing manipulates identity and why social media’s constant comparison loop can leave even the strongest of us chasing validation instead of peace. Jamie challenges listeners to rethink what luxury really means — not handbags or cars, but calm, clarity, and confidence. Drawing from both psychology and biblical wisdom, she shares practical tools to stop over-spending, redefine success, and build a lifestyle rooted in discipline, peace, and purpose. Whether you’re scaling your business or simply tired of feeling like you’re always behind, this episode will show you how to stop performing prosperity — and start living it. Timestamps / Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction: We’re Being Sold Every Second  03:22 – The Consumer Trap: Why You Keep Buying More  07:10 – The Psychology of Over-Consumption & Dopamine Loops  10:55 – Redefining Luxury: Peace Over Pressure  14:48 – From Impulse to Intention: Applying Discipline in Business  18:30 – The De-Influencer Challenge: Practical Ways to Break Free  21:15 – Faith Anchor: What the Bible Teaches About Contentment  23:40 – Closing Thoughts + Weekly Challenge Key Takeaways: Social media sells you identity, not products.True luxury isn’t material — it’s peace of mind.Ask before buying: “Is this peace or pressure?”Dopamine drives impulsive spending — discipline drives freedom.Simplify to scale: clarity creates power.You can’t build a life you love if you keep buying one you don’t need.Proverbs 21:20 reminds us that wisdom is saving, not consuming.Keywords (for Apple & Spotify Search Optimization): de-influencer, financial freedom, intentional living, money mindset, Christian finance, discipline, business strategy, minimalism, anti-consumerism, faith and money, purpose, simplicity, wealth mindset, dopamine detox, contentment, success habits CTA (Apple/Spotify Footer): Ready to take your power back?  Connect with Jamie on Instagram @jamiekienholz   Join The Apex Society — A private community for high-achieving women designing success with strategy, purpose, and peace. The Apex SocietyWe Elite Women Rist

    19 min

  8. 10/23/2025

    Debt-Free Without Losing Your Sanity | De-Influencing Is The New Norm

    Send us a text Description: In this empowering episode, Jamie Kienholz breaks down the real path to becoming debt-free — without the shame, stress, or spreadsheet overwhelm. Drawing from her own experience and biblical wisdom, Jamie dives deep into the emotional and spiritual roots of money, why debt keeps us stuck, and how to reclaim your peace and power one decision at a time. You’ll learn how to face your numbers with confidence, pick a strategy that actually works for you, and shut out the noise of social media’s “buy more” culture. This episode will help you shift from emotional spending to intentional stewardship — and remind you that financial freedom starts in your mindset, not your wallet. Timestamps / Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction: Why Debt Isn’t Just Math, It’s Mindset  03:15 – The Real Reason We Stay in Debt  06:45 – The Psychology of Financial Freedom  09:30 – Practical Steps to Pay Off Debt (Without Losing Your Mind)  14:05 – Becoming a “De-Influencer”: How to Escape the Buy-Buy-Buy Culture  17:40 – Building a Debt-Free Mindset Rooted in Faith  21:00 – Weekly Challenge + Takeaway Takeaways: Freedom begins in your thoughts long before it shows up in your bank account.The borrower is servant to the lender — but God calls you to peace and stewardship.You don’t need perfection, you need persistence.Face your numbers — clarity beats avoidance.Choose your strategy: debt snowball or avalanche.Practice “de-influencing” — buy peace, not pressure.Every payment is a vote for your freedom.Keywords: money mindset, debt payoff, personal finance, faith and money, stewardship, budgeting, Christian finance, self-discipline, mindset shift, debt freedom, minimalism, intentional living, financial freedom, de-influencer CTA (Spotify/Apple Notes Footer): Ready to take your next step toward freedom? Connect with Jamie on Instagram @jamiekienholz and join The Apex Society — a private community for women building wealth, wisdom, and purpose together. The Apex SocietyWe Elite Women Rist Athletic Brewing CompanyAthletic Brewing Co. is dedicated to crafting delicious non-alcoholic beer you can enjoy anywhere.The Apex SocietyWe Elite Women RistDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    23 min
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Jamie’s Journey is a personal growth, mindset, and leadership podcast for women who want to build a meaningful life, grow their business, and manage money with clarity, without burnout or hustle culture. Hosted by Jamie Kienholz, each episode covers practical topics like discipline, focus, systems, identity, faith, financial clarity, and intentional living. You’ll learn how to stay consistent when motivation fades, make better decisions, and design your life with purpose, one season at a time. This podcast blends: Personal development and mindsetBusiness growth and leadershipFinancial discipline and clarityFaith-based perspective and real-life applicationSystems, habits, and long-term thinkingJamie’s Journey is for high-achieving women navigating ambition, responsibility, and growth, who want progress without pressure and structure without overwhelm. New episodes release weekly.

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  • Creator
    Jamie Kienholz
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Jamie's Journey
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