Are you tired of spending your days putting out fires instead of leading your team to lasting success? In this episode of Beyond the Rut, USMC veteran and leadership consultant, Ben Killoy, shares how to shift from firefighting crises to becoming a transformational leader who builds a thriving, resilient organizational culture.
Discover how moving beyond daily crisis management can prevent burnout and create a work environment where your team doesn’t just survive but flourishes.
Ben shares insights into leadership development, servant leadership, and the keys to a work-life balance that integrates faith, family, and career.
If you’ve been searching for ways to empower your team, drive career growth, and cultivate a leadership culture grounded in purpose and holistic success, this conversation will inspire and challenge you to take action.
Whether you’re looking to elevate your leadership style, achieve organizational excellence, or integrate your faith into your professional life, this episode provides the motivation you need to start that journey.
Ready to transform your leadership and impact your life positively? Tune in and learn how to lead a life worth living both at work and at home.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Are you tired of spending your days putting out fires instead of leading your team to lasting success? In this episode of Beyond the Rut, USMC veteran and leadership consultant, Ben Killoy, shares how to shift from firefighting crises to becoming a transformational leader who builds a thriving, resilient organizational culture.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Discover how moving beyond daily crisis management can prevent burnout and create a work environment where your team doesn’t just survive but flourishes.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Ben shares insights into leadership development, servant leadership, and the keys to a work-life balance that integrates faith, family, and career.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you’ve been searching for ways to empower your team, drive career growth, and cultivate a leadership culture grounded in purpose and holistic success, this conversation will inspire and challenge you to take action.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re looking to elevate your leadership style, achieve organizational excellence, or integrate your faith into your professional life, this episode provides the motivation you need to start that journey.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Ready to transform your leadership and impact your life positively? Tune in and learn how to lead a life worth living both at work and at home.&lt;/p&gt;
</description>

Are you tired of spending your days putting out fires instead of leading your team to lasting success?

Transform Your Team: From Firefighting Crises to Flourishing

Are you a new Christian man seeking a solid foundation to grow your faith? In this episode, I’m sharing three incredible books that profoundly impacted my journey as a husband, father, and follower of Christ. 
These books helped me discover my true identity in Christ and gave me practical insights for leading my family with love, strength, and faith. 
Whether you’re starting your walk with Jesus or seeking deeper spiritual growth, this episode will point you toward the resources that can inspire and transform your life.
You’ll have to tune in to discover the titles that shaped my spiritual journey. Plus, I’ll share a personal story about an unexpected tool I used to better understand the Bible—one that helped me see every story as part of God’s greater plan of forgiveness and restoration.
Don’t miss this episode—it’s filled with actionable takeaways and encouragement for anyone who wants to build a Christ-centered life!

<description>&lt;p&gt;Are you a new Christian man seeking a solid foundation to grow your faith? In this episode, I’m sharing three incredible books that profoundly impacted my journey as a husband, father, and follower of Christ. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;These books helped me discover my true identity in Christ and gave me practical insights for leading my family with love, strength, and faith. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re starting your walk with Jesus or seeking deeper spiritual growth, this episode will point you toward the resources that can inspire and transform your life.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You’ll have to tune in to discover the titles that shaped my spiritual journey. Plus, I’ll share a personal story about an unexpected tool I used to better understand the Bible—one that helped me see every story as part of God’s greater plan of forgiveness and restoration.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Don’t miss this episode—it’s filled with actionable takeaways and encouragement for anyone who wants to build a Christ-centered life!&lt;/p&gt;
</description>

”Finding Identity in Christ: 3 Books Every New Christian Should Read” explores three powerful books that will help new believers grow in their faith and strengthen their walk with Christ.

Building Identity in Christ: 3 Books Every New Christian Man Should Read

In this episode of Beyond the Rut, we sit down with Jim Ramos, host of Men in the Arena podcast, pastor, and author, to discuss how biblical masculinity and living with integrity can transform your marriage and family life. Jim shares his personal journey of leading with faith, serving his wife and family, and building strong, lasting Christian relationships.
Discover how embracing biblical masculinity—being a servant-leader rooted in faith and love—can help you live out your purpose in your faith, family, and career. Jim offers practical advice on maintaining integrity, being transparent in your relationships, and out-serving your spouse to build a thriving Christian marriage. If you want to strengthen your marriage and lead with integrity, this episode is for you.
Listen now and start your journey toward building a strong Christian marriage today!
This episode includes the following highlights:
[00:02:10] – Jim Ramos introduces the concept of biblical masculinity and why it’s essential in Christian men’s lives.
[00:05:30] – The importance of integrity and how it shapes a man’s leadership in the home.
[00:08:45] – How Jim’s personal marriage experience shaped his views on building a strong Christian marriage.
[00:12:30] – Jim explains how biblical masculinity can guide men in being better husbands and fathers.
[00:15:00] – The role of faith in maintaining integrity at home and work.
[00:19:25] – Why Christian men’s leadership starts with serving and loving your spouse.
[00:23:15] – Jim’s thoughts on how living a blameless life supports building Christian marriages.
[00:27:40] – Practical tips on balancing faith, family, and career as a Christian husband.
[00:31:20] – The connection between spiritual growth and building strong Christian marriages.
[00:35:50] – Encouragement for men striving to live out biblical masculinity in all aspects of life.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Beyond the Rut, we sit down with Jim Ramos, host of Men in the Arena podcast, pastor, and author, to discuss how biblical masculinity and living with integrity can transform your marriage and family life. Jim shares his personal journey of leading with faith, serving his wife and family, and building strong, lasting Christian relationships.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Discover how embracing biblical masculinity—being a servant-leader rooted in faith and love—can help you live out your purpose in your faith, family, and career. Jim offers practical advice on maintaining integrity, being transparent in your relationships, and out-serving your spouse to build a thriving Christian marriage. If you want to strengthen your marriage and lead with integrity, this episode is for you.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Listen now and start your journey toward building a strong Christian marriage today!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This episode includes the following highlights:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[00:02:10] – Jim Ramos introduces the concept of biblical masculinity and why it’s essential in Christian men’s lives.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[00:05:30] – The importance of integrity and how it shapes a man’s leadership in the home.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[00:08:45] – How Jim’s personal marriage experience shaped his views on building a strong Christian marriage.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[00:12:30] – Jim explains how biblical masculinity can guide men in being better husbands and fathers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[00:15:00] – The role of faith in maintaining integrity at home and work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[00:19:25] – Why Christian men’s leadership starts with serving and loving your spouse.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[00:23:15] – Jim’s thoughts on how living a blameless life supports building Christian marriages.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[00:27:40] – Practical tips on balancing faith, family, and career as a Christian husband.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[00:31:20] – The connection between spiritual growth and building strong Christian marriages.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[00:35:50] – Encouragement for men striving to live out biblical masculinity in all aspects of life.&lt;/p&gt;
</description>

Jim Ramos, host of Men in the Arena podcast, pastor, and author, discusses how biblical masculinity and living with integrity can transform your marriage and family life.

Building Strong Christian Marriages Through Biblical Masculinity and Integrity

In this heartfelt episode of Beyond the Rut, Jerry Dugan returns from a brief hiatus to share personal insights and a powerful piece of marriage advice that he recently gave at his son's wedding. Reflecting on his journey from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, Jerry opens up about the challenges and breakthroughs he experienced while finding his true calling in voiceover work and creative projects.
Listeners will hear about Jerry's emotional experience officiating his son's wedding and the meaningful advice he imparted to the newlyweds. This simple yet profound message is at the heart of building a strong, supportive, and enduring marriage.
Jerry also discusses the future of Beyond the Rut, including a shift toward more solo episodes focused on helping Christian married men navigate faith, family, and career. He shares updates on his voiceover career, which is steadily growing to replace his rideshare income, and talks about his work on various creative projects.
Tune in to this episode to learn how one sentence can transform your marriage and to get a glimpse into Jerry's personal and professional life as he continues to inspire others to live a fulfilling life beyond the rut.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this heartfelt episode of Beyond the Rut, Jerry Dugan returns from a brief hiatus to share personal insights and a powerful piece of marriage advice that he recently gave at his son's wedding. Reflecting on his journey from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, Jerry opens up about the challenges and breakthroughs he experienced while finding his true calling in voiceover work and creative projects.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Listeners will hear about Jerry's emotional experience officiating his son's wedding and the meaningful advice he imparted to the newlyweds. This simple yet profound message is at the heart of building a strong, supportive, and enduring marriage.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jerry also discusses the future of Beyond the Rut, including a shift toward more solo episodes focused on helping Christian married men navigate faith, family, and career. He shares updates on his voiceover career, which is steadily growing to replace his rideshare income, and talks about his work on various creative projects.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Tune in to this episode to learn how one sentence can transform your marriage and to get a glimpse into Jerry's personal and professional life as he continues to inspire others to live a fulfilling life beyond the rut.&lt;/p&gt;
</description>

Jerry Dugan returns from a brief hiatus to share personal insights and a powerful piece of marriage advice that he recently gave at his son’s wedding.

The One Sentence That Can Improve Your Marriage Today

In this special episode, I open up about the whirlwind of 2023 and why my podcast has seen fewer episodes this year. Life has been a series of unexpected turns, and I want to share the importance of taking a break to reorganize and find clarity. Sometimes, stepping back is the most valuable move we can make to propel forward.
Join me as I recap my entrepreneurial journey over the past year. It's been a rollercoaster, filled with highs and lows, successes and setbacks. I delve into the adventures—and misadventures—of becoming a rideshare driver, a path that taught me more than I could have imagined about resilience, adaptability, and the stark realities of the gig economy.
A significant wake-up call came with the realization of the dangers associated with rideshare driving. It’s a world that demands caution and constant vigilance. These experiences have not only shaped my perspective but also fueled my passion for my next big adventure: becoming a voiceover artist and audiobook narrator.
In this episode, I aim to encourage you, my listeners, to embrace the unpredictability of life and the value of reinvention. Each challenge is an opportunity for growth, and every detour can lead to new, exciting paths.
I also invite you to explore my past podcast episodes, where I've shared insights and stories to inspire you to create a life worth living. And don't forget to check out my book, <a href='https://beyondtherut.com/book'>Beyond the Rut: Create a Life Worth Living in Your Faith, Family, and Career</a>, available now on Amazon and <a href='https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/beyond-the-rut-jerry-dugan/1143145545?ean=9798887595993'>Barnes and Noble</a> in both eBook and paperback formats. Your support means the world to me, and I look forward to embarking on this new chapter together.
Tune in, stay inspired, and let's continue this journey of growth and discovery!

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this special episode, I open up about the whirlwind of 2023 and why my podcast has seen fewer episodes this year. Life has been a series of unexpected turns, and I want to share the importance of taking a break to reorganize and find clarity. Sometimes, stepping back is the most valuable move we can make to propel forward.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Join me as I recap my entrepreneurial journey over the past year. It's been a rollercoaster, filled with highs and lows, successes and setbacks. I delve into the adventures—and misadventures—of becoming a rideshare driver, a path that taught me more than I could have imagined about resilience, adaptability, and the stark realities of the gig economy.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;A significant wake-up call came with the realization of the dangers associated with rideshare driving. It’s a world that demands caution and constant vigilance. These experiences have not only shaped my perspective but also fueled my passion for my next big adventure: becoming a voiceover artist and audiobook narrator.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In this episode, I aim to encourage you, my listeners, to embrace the unpredictability of life and the value of reinvention. Each challenge is an opportunity for growth, and every detour can lead to new, exciting paths.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;I also invite you to explore my past podcast episodes, where I've shared insights and stories to inspire you to create a life worth living. And don't forget to check out my book, &lt;a href='https://beyondtherut.com/book'&gt;Beyond the Rut: Create a Life Worth Living in Your Faith, Family, and Career&lt;/a&gt;, available now on Amazon and &lt;a href='https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/beyond-the-rut-jerry-dugan/1143145545?ean=9798887595993'&gt;Barnes and Noble&lt;/a&gt; in both eBook and paperback formats. Your support means the world to me, and I look forward to embarking on this new chapter together.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Tune in, stay inspired, and let's continue this journey of growth and discovery!&lt;/p&gt;
</description>

In this special episode, I open up about the whirlwind of 2023 and why my podcast has seen fewer episodes this year. Life has been a series of unexpected turns, and I want to share the importance of taking a break to reorganize and find clarity. Sometimes, stepping back is the most valuable move we can make to propel forward.
Join me as I recap my entrepreneurial journey over the past year. It's been a rollercoaster, filled with highs and lows, successes and setbacks. I delve into the adventures—and misadventures—of becoming a rideshare driver, a path that taught me more than I could have imagined about resilience, adaptability, and the stark realities of the gig economy.
A significant wake-up call came with the realization of the dangers associated with rideshare driving. It’s a world that demands caution and constant vigilance. These experiences have not only shaped my perspective but also fueled my passion for my next big adventure: becoming a voiceover artist and audiobook narrator.
In this episode, I aim to encourage you, my listeners, to embrace the unpredictability of life and the value of reinvention. Each challenge is an opportunity for growth, and every detour can lead to new, exciting paths.
I also invite you to explore my past podcast episodes, where I've shared insights and stories to inspire you to create a life worth living. And don't forget to check out my book, Beyond the Rut: Create a Life Worth Living in Your Faith, Family, and Career, available now on Amazon and Barnes and Noble in both eBook and paperback formats. Your support means the world to me, and I look forward to embarking on this new chapter together.
Tune in, stay inspired, and let's continue this journey of growth and discovery!

Facing the Boogerman and Other Life Updates

Do you desire to create a life worth living in your faith, family, and career? Welcome to Beyond the Rut, the podcast that offers you the motivation, inspiration, and practical tools to help you build a life worth living. Our show is here to help you break free from those limitations and find a path to success.Join us as we share encouraging stories and actionable advice on how to get out of a rut in life and create a vision for your future. We’ll discuss the importance of mindset, setting goals, and taking actionable steps towards achieving your success.Whether you’re looking for career guidance, personal development tips, or just need a boost of inspiration to get started on your journey, Beyond the Rut is the podcast for you. Join us each week as we help you discover the tools and mindset needed to create a fulfilling life and break free from the limitations holding you back.

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