Tag: Child Development
How Coaching Can Transform the Way We Parent with Jennifer Fox (Ep. 21)

How Coaching Can Transform the Way We Parent with Jennifer Fox (Ep. 21)

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Parenting can feel harder when kids have more voices, more information, and more pressure than ever before.

How can parents guide children without shutting them down?

In this episode, Joline Godfrey talks with Jennifer Fox, a coach and former wealth management executive, about how parents can use coaching skills at home. Jennifer shares how listening, asking better questions, and checking your own reactions can help children feel heard, challenged, and supported. She also explains why human connection matters more as kids grow up surrounded by technology.

Jennifer shares:

  • How coaching helps children develop their own voice while still receiving thoughtful guidance
  • Why asking if kids want to be heard, helped, or hugged can shift hard conversations
  • How parents can pause reactions and respond in ways that build confidence over time
  • Why families may need shared language around parenting goals and changing needs
  • How human connection gives kids a stronger base when technology keeps changing
  • And more!

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About our Guest: 

Jennifer Fox is a purpose-driven, inspirational, and innovative leader in the financial services and wealth management space. Known for her authenticity and transparency, she fosters trust and collaboration to create meaningful impacts for clients, teams, and the community.

With a proven track record of crafting and executing strategic visions, Jennifer has consistently transformed organizations, driven remarkable growth, and safeguarded financial and reputational risks. Her reputation as a thought leader is underscored by her ability to identify emerging trends and capitalize on growth opportunities.

Jennifer’s extensive experience extends to seamlessly interfacing, collaborating, and building enduring relationships with C-suite executives, board members, investors, team members, and strategic partners. Her intellectual rigor and leadership have made her a respected figure in the industry.

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Collecting More Than Objects: How Kids Build Identity with Kit Hinrichs (Ep. 19)

Collecting More Than Objects: How Kids Build Identity with Kit Hinrichs (Ep. 19)

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What if the “random stuff” your kids collect is actually shaping who they become?

In this episode, Joline Godfrey and Kit Hinrichs, founder and Creative Director at Studio Hinrichs, discuss the unexpected power of collecting as a tool for raising curious, confident, and connected kids. Joline and Kit, a renowned designer and lifelong collector, explore how collecting begins in childhood and evolves into a meaningful way to build identity, resilience, and connection. Through stories from Kit’s extensive collection of Americana, including historic flags, toys, and artifacts, they highlight how every object carries history, geography, and personal meaning.

Joline and Kit discuss:

  • Why does collecting often start earlier than parents expect
  • How collecting builds intellectual, social, and human capital (FISH)
  • The role of storytelling in helping kids connect to history and values
  • Why collecting is about meaning, not money
  • And more!

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About our Guest: 

Kit Hinrichs is one of America’s most respected graphic designers and a renowned collector of American flags and historical artifacts. With a career rooted in branding and visual storytelling, Kit has spent decades exploring the intersection of design, history, and culture. His collection spans traditional flags, textiles, folk art, and unique Americana, each piece carrying a story of craftsmanship and national identity. He is also the author of Broad Stripes, Bright Stars, a graphic history celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

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Hidden Human Capital: The Role of Aunts in Family Wealth with Amber Slattery (Ep. 1)

Hidden Human Capital: The Role of Aunts in Family Wealth with Amber Slattery (Ep. 1)

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Family wealth extends beyond money—it’s built on relationships, values, and shared history.

How can recognizing hidden human capital strengthen financial education? What role do aunts and extended family members play in shaping a child’s sense of wealth and belonging?

In this episode, Joline Godfrey speaks with Amber Slattery about the concept of hidden human capital within families. They explore how non-parental relationships, particularly with aunts, contribute to financial education, personal growth, and a sense of connection.

They discuss: 

  • The concept of “hidden human capital” and why it’s a critical component of family wealth
  • How aunts and extended family members influence financial literacy and a child’s broader sense of wealth
  • The importance of storytelling and family history in shaping a child’s understanding of financial and social capital
  • The role of trusted adults in mentoring children about money when parents may struggle with financial conversations
  • Practical ways aunts can foster meaningful connections and serve as role models, even from a distance
  • And more!

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