Episodes
Aug. 29, 2022
Episode 126 In AWE of Dr. Rachael George--Agility Series
Dr. Rachael George thought education was the last place she would end up while she was fighting wildland fires with the U.S. Forest Service. It wasn’t until a hard conversation with a base manager in Grangeville, Idaho did Ra...
Aug. 22, 2022
Episode 125 In AWE of Maria Ramadane-Agility Series
Maria Lewis Ramadane brings over twenty-five years of professional experience in nonprofit management, government, and education. She specializes in leadership development and coaching in the public and private sector, and fo...
Aug. 15, 2022
Episode 124: In AWE of Laura Jennaro-Agility Series
Laura Jennaro is a wife, mom, learner, and leader who has been in the field of education for 19 years, half of that time in the classroom, with the other half spent serving others through leadership roles. The majority of Lau...
Aug. 8, 2022
Jolt 83 Awe Inspiring Moments-Re-Launch Episode
After almost a year on hiatus, the In AWE Podcast is re-launching! In this episode, Sarah shares why the show took a break, reveals exciting news about the expansion of the In AWE Podcast team as well as joining a team, and p...
Sept. 17, 2021
Jolt 82: Awe Inspiring Moments-Affirm Your Purpose
In this Jolt, Sarah shares a story of how she was affirmed in her own purpose while traveling this summer to deliver a keynote meant to help the audience affirm theirs. It is a special story of how we are all inextricably tie...
Aug. 17, 2021
Jolt 81: Awe Inspiring Moments-Reclaiming Mrs. Johnson
Sarah shares exciting news about an upcoming chapter in her professional life, a message about noticing the paver stones in our lives, and an update on what to expect from the In AWE Podcast in format from now on. #InAWEtoRIS...
June 24, 2021
Episode 123: In AWE of Janeene Mainor-Leading Ladies Series
Janeene Mainor is a Principal of six years at Springwoods Elementary in Prince William County Schools. A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Janeene has completed studies at James Madison University, Old Dominion University, and The...
June 20, 2021
Jolt 80: Awe Inspiring Moments-Leading Yourself
Sarah reflects upon her daughters' demonstration of leadership in their unique ways, prompting listeners to consider how they can see leaders in all areas of their lives and be inspired by those around them---even their child...
June 18, 2021
Episode 122: In AWE of Lacy Warren--Leading Ladies Series
Lacy Warren is a wife, mom, a high school principal, doctoral student and runner. She has been a principal for six years, mostly at the high school level but spent a year partying with preschoolers. Lacy enjoys being outdoo...
June 15, 2021
Aspire to Rise Ep. 7: Alex Valencic
Have you ever interviewed for a job and not received the promotion you were seeking? In today’s episode featuring Alex Valencic, Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper discuss the topics of working through the disappointment, estab...
June 11, 2021
Episode 121: In AWE of McCaila Andrews- Leading Ladies Series
McCaila Andrews is a Canadian native living in Wisconsin. She loves theatre, her husband Timothy & ice cream. McCaila works as a pastor at Red Cedar Church, specializing in the areas of creative worship, administrative leader...
May 26, 2021
Jolt 79: Awe Inspiring Moments-Becoming a Vision Part 4 of 4
Sarah shares how the #oneword focus can lead to priorities and the powerful example she has experienced in being able to focus on her personal quadrant to work toward her own vision. Through her coach, Diana Schaapveld and th...
May 25, 2021
Jolt 78: Awe Inspiring Moments-Becoming a Vision Part 3 of 4
Sarah shares examples of how taking your big goals and placing them into smaller chunks to focus upon for periods of time allows you to manifest through action your vision. She illustrates examples from her own life and the p...
May 25, 2021
Jolt 77: Awe-Inspiring Moments-Becoming a Vision Part 2 of 4
Sarah shares the tool she uses to keep track of her #oneword focused balance quadrant goals. The Savor Beauty Life Planner--My Next 90 Days is a tool that allows you to vision, plan, and execute weekly goals to get to your vi...
May 24, 2021
Jolt 76: Awe Inspiring Moments Becoming a Vision Part 1 of 4
Sarah shares her insights about the process of setting a one word and the power it has to focus our priorities and act with intention. In part 1 of this short series, she shares the process for choosing a one word, her experi...
May 12, 2021
Jolt 75: Awe Inspiring Moments-Collaborative Creativity
Sarah reflects upon her conversation with Barbara Gruener from episode 120 and the power of collaborating in creativity. Connect with Barbara: Barbara's Website Barbara on Twitter Episode 21: In AWE of Barbara Gruener-Motherh...
May 1, 2021
Episode 120: In AWE of Barbara Gruener-Creator Series
Author of The Corner on Character blog and the book, What's Under Your Cape?, Barbara Gruener is a beloved school counselor, speaker, mentor and coach who works passionately to influence school culture and climate change whil...
April 28, 2021
Jolt 74: Awe Inspiring Moments-Sharing Creations
Sarah reflects on her conversation with Nichole "Nicki" Burton and shares a message meant to inspire you to consider how you can take what is creative and unique inside you and share it with others. Connect with Nichole: Nick...
April 23, 2021
Episode 119: In AWE of Nichole "Nicki" Burton Creator Series
At the age of five, Kincs by Nicki, Founder and Designer Nichole “Nicki” Burton began her journey as an artist. A Columbus, Ohio native; Burton is a self-taught artist and designer who has turned her passion for drawing and p...
April 17, 2021
Jolt 73: Awe Inspiring Moments-Unique Creators
Sarah reflects upon the concept of being a creator and how important it is for us to realize we all have the ability to uniquely contribute to the world. Check out Evan Whitehead: Balance, Boundaries, and Breaks Sarah Johnson...
April 16, 2021
Episode 118: In AWE of Lindsay May--Creator Series
Lindsay is the founder of The Truly Co and publisher of Truly magazine, a print publication that shares the truth of the Gospel, encouragement, and faith stories. She is a speaker, teacher, and writer and holds a Master's deg...
April 12, 2021
Jolt 72: Awe Inspiring Moments-Protective Factors and Thriving
Sarah reflects upon her interview with Dr. Michele Borba and the THRIVERS model she shared. In reflection, Sarah illustrates the power of protective factors to mitigate generational trauma and connects to a personal story fro...
April 5, 2021
Episode 117: In AWE of Dr. Michele Borba-Creators Series
Michele Borba, Ed.D. is an internationally renowned educator, award-winning author, and parenting child expert recognized for her solution-based strategies to strengthen children’s character, resilience, and reduce peer cruel...
April 5, 2021
Jolt 71: Awe Inspiring Moments-Courage to Release and Take Action
Sarah shares her reflection on the power of Lisa Gaede's message from Episode 116 and reflects upon the impact of our choice to learn to release and take action. #InAWEtoRISE Episode 116: In AWE of Lisa Gaede-Courage Series E...