Category: Family

How family issues affect leaders and how mentors need to be aware of these.

Ep. 41 Family Work Balance

Ep. 41 Family Work Balance

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In this episode of The Mentored Podcast, we dive into the delicate dance of balancing family and work. When life feels full in every direction, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We explore the signs of imbalance, the toll it can take on your relationships, and the wake-up calls that force us to reevaluate our priorities.

Through personal stories and practical insights, we’ll help you answer the question, “How is my family really doing?” and guide you toward creating space for what matters most. If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin, this episode is your reminder to pause, reflect, and realign.

Tune in to discover how to reclaim balance and build a life where both your family and career can thrive.

Ep 40 Communicating with Adult Children

Ep 40 Communicating with Adult Children

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How do we stay connected to our kids once they’re grown? In this episode of Mentored, Carson, Chuck, and Ingrid explore the often-delicate art of communicating with adult children. Parenting doesn’t end when our children leave home—it simply changes shape. Together, we look at how to move from directing to relating, from teaching to listening, and from control to mutual respect.

Carson shares practical wisdom from his own life and mentoring work: how to build bridges instead of walls, how to offer guidance without slipping into lectures, and how to balance honesty with grace. You’ll hear encouragement for those moments when conversations feel strained, and reminders of the hope we carry as parents who long to see our children flourish.

If you’ve ever wrestled with what to say—or not say—to your grown son or daughter, this episode offers both reassurance and direction. Tune in, and be reminded that with humility, patience, and love, a meaningful connection is always possible.
Ep. 35 Generational Legacy

Ep. 35 Generational Legacy

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What does it mean to leave a legacy that lasts for generations? On this episode of The Mentored Podcast, Carson, Ingrid, and Chuck guide us through the heart of creating a generational legacy. They share wisdom, personal stories, and a few laughs along the way as they explore how to make meaningful, lasting contributions to your family and beyond.

This renowned team of mentors dive into the value of establishing family traditions—not just as rituals, but as anchors that ground your values in future generations. They tackle the importance of fostering open communication within families, where truth and love coexist. The conversation also touches on being intentional about legacy, with thoughtful reminders that impact doesn’t happen by accident. And don’t miss their insights on shared experiences, those crucial moments that create deep bonds and unforgettable memories.

Whether you’re a parent, a grandparent, or simply someone hoping to make a lasting difference, this episode offers encouragement, practical tips, and inspiring ideas to think deeply about the legacy you’re building.

Tune in now and consider this: What legacy are you creating today that will shape tomorrow?
Ep. 27 A Legacy of Leadership – Remembering with Bo Sanders

Ep. 27 A Legacy of Leadership – Remembering with Bo Sanders

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This deeply moving final episode of The Mentored Podcast, Season One, explores the profound legacy of our co-host and mentor, Martin Sanders. Joining Carson in the studio is Martin’s son Bo, who carries forward much of his father’s wisdom, humour, and unshakable commitment to developing others. With his father Martin’s unexpected death in January 2024, the conversation is a heartfelt tribute and a powerful reflection on what it means to leave a lasting mark on those you love and lead.

Martin’s son Bo offers a glimpse into the man behind the mic — the father who instilled values, the mentor who shaped lives, and the leader whose influence transcended generations. He shares personal stories about their relationship, from moments that defined his path to leadership to the tender wisdom Martin imparted along the way. Listeners will hear about the resilience of someone’s legacy and the beautiful blend of grief, gratitude, and inspiration that comes with it. What does it mean for a leader’s lessons to live on after they’re gone? How do we honour those lessons in our daily decisions and relationships?

This episode powerfully reminds us that leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about impact. Martin Sanders understood this better than most, and his influence endures through his family, friends, and countless mentees. If you’ve been searching for clarity on how to live and lead in a meaningful way, this conversation will inspire you to rethink what true leadership looks like.

It’s a tribute, a conversation, and an invitation to reflect on your legacy. Don’t miss this special episode and the wrap-up of Season One of Mentored.

Ep. 26 Family Issues

Ep. 26 Family Issues

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What does family mean to you? For years, we’ve stuck to a picture-perfect concept of family, but does that image serve us anymore? On this last episode for Season One of  Mentored Podcast, Carson and Martin look at family issues encountered when mentoring leaders and how you might be more like family to others.

Family issues can profoundly impact a leader’s decision-making, focus, and emotional well-being. Understanding this connection is crucial for mentors developing leaders. Let’s have a conversation to learn how to create an environment where leaders feel supported.

Carson and Martin will be tackling big questions like:

  • What if the family you’ve longed for could be built?
  • How can we get past those negative voices from our upbringing?
  • Is it okay for Christian leaders to admit their families aren’t picture-perfect? (Spoiler alert: Yes, it is.)
  • Why is it that people try to control their image and its impact on laughter.

Martin and Carson also share some personal stories—because, hey, even these two grandpas have had their moments with their families.

If you’ve felt the pressure to have it all together or wonder how to show up as “family” for others, this conversation is for you. Take a break, pour a coffee, and join us as we unpack the complexities of family, leadership, mentoring and authenticity.

🎧 Listen now—and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

Because family? It’s more than blood. It’s building connections that shape a better tomorrow. ❤️

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