26. Calling vs. Ambition: A Table Talk Series

Episode 26 of the Dreamers To Doers podcast, hosted by Sarah Birkbeck, titled "26. Calling vs. Ambition: A Table Talk Series" was published on February 11, 2025 and runs 31 minutes.

February 11, 2025 ·31m · Dreamers To Doers

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Summary

Welcome to a brand-new season of the Dreamers to Doers Podcast! This season, we’re introducing the Table Talk series—real, raw, and unfiltered conversations that mirror the life-changing moments that happen around the table at Refresh events.In this kickoff episode, host Sarah Birkbeck sits down with Carolina Flores, Taylor Quintini, and Pastor Colleen Rouse to dive into a conversation that so many of us wrestle with: *What’s the difference between calling and ambition?We live in a culture that glorifies hustle, self-promotion, and performance—but is ambition inherently bad? Is it possible to be both ambitious and surrendered to God’s calling? Together, we unpack:✨ The fine line between drive and divine purpose✨ How to check the motives of your heart when pursuing success✨ The difference between a flesh-driven mindset vs. a Spirit-led one✨ Why commitment, not ambition, leads to a lasting impactThrough honest and vulnerable stories, we challenge the worldly definition of success and explore what it means to truly step into the role God has for us. If you've ever struggled with imposter syndrome, burnout, or fear of being perceived as too much, this conversation is for you. Grab your coffee, find a cozy spot, and tune in as we kick off a season of deep, authentic, and transformational conversations.Let’s move from dreamers to doers — together.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs a faith-filled boost! Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform!Connect with host Sarah Birbeck: https://www.instagram.com/sarahhelenabirkbeck/Dreamers to Doers podcast is powered by Refresh:Website: https://www.refreshwomen.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/refresh_womenProduced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com

Episode Description

Welcome to a brand-new season of the Dreamers to Doers Podcast! This season, we’re introducing the Table Talk series—real, raw, and unfiltered conversations that mirror the life-changing moments that happen around the table at Refresh events.

In this kickoff episode, host Sarah Birkbeck sits down with Carolina Flores, Taylor Quintini, and Pastor Colleen Rouse to dive into a conversation that so many of us wrestle with: *What’s the difference between calling and ambition?

We live in a culture that glorifies hustle, self-promotion, and performance—but is ambition inherently bad? Is it possible to be both ambitious and surrendered to God’s calling? Together, we unpack:
✨ The fine line between drive and divine purpose
✨ How to check the motives of your heart when pursuing success
✨ The difference between a flesh-driven mindset vs. a Spirit-led one
✨ Why commitment, not ambition, leads to a lasting impact

Through honest and vulnerable stories, we challenge the worldly definition of success and explore what it means to truly step into the role God has for us. If you've ever struggled with imposter syndrome, burnout, or fear of being perceived as too much, this conversation is for you.

Grab your coffee, find a cozy spot, and tune in as we kick off a season of deep, authentic, and transformational conversations.

Let’s move from dreamers to doers — together.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs a faith-filled boost! Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform!

Connect with host Sarah Birbeck: https://www.instagram.com/sarahhelenabirkbeck/

Dreamers to Doers podcast is powered by Refresh:
Website: https://www.refreshwomen.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/refresh_women

Produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com