297 - From Cleft Mom to Movement Builder with Monica Bush

What if the most powerful program you’ll ever launch… is you? Julie Deem sits down with Monica Bush, Executive Director of Legendary Smiles a she shares how her family’s journey ignited her nonprofit 501(c)(3) serving the cleft and craniofacial community. From navigating surgeries and insurance battles to building statewide community and partnering with Smile Train, Monica opens up about self-doubt, faith-driven obedience, and the “boring” daily disciplines that sustain real leadership.If you’ve ever wondered how to start before you’re ready this conversation is a lantern in the dark.Episode Highlights:How a personal challenge can become a purpose-driven nonprofit without a perfect plan.Daily disciplines that create momentum for leaders and moms.Practical ways to lead from a healthy place and leave comparison at the door.Advocacy tips for navigating healthcare and insurance in complex medical journeys.Why community building beats perfection and how to start with the people you serve.Faith-anchored mindsets that turn self-doubt into courageous action.Learn more about Legendary Smiles at:https://legendarysmiles.com/ Thank you Crossroads Community Church for hosting!Check them out at: https://ecrossroads.org/Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you!Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/Instagram:USW Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uswkokomo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kalena James ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yesitskalenajames⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Deem ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@indymompreneur⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠--------------------------------------------------USW Kokomo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Production by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Business Podcast Editor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠