The Jump Moment
The Jump Moment
Podcast Description
What does it take to go from dreaming to doing? The Jump Moment. Every creative who’s made the leap to freelance has had a Jump Moment. Sometimes it’s a bold, unmistakable event. Other times, it sneaks up slowly, shaped by life’s circumstances or a quiet realization.And if you’re dreaming of turning your creative hobby into a business, chances are you’re searching for that moment, wondering, “Is now the time to jump?”In each episode, I sit down with creatives and entrepreneurs to explore their Jump Moment—the fears they faced, the courage it took, and the lessons they learned along the way.These stories will inspire you, show you that you’re not alone, and give you the tools and confidence to take your next step.Your Jump Moment might be just around the corner. Let’s get you ready for it.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
This podcast delves into themes such as overcoming fear, finding courage, and learning valuable lessons through personal narratives of freelancers. Topics include the role of mentorship, managing imposter syndrome, and the significance of community support. Examples from episodes include Laura Howe's experience with burnout leading to the creation of Hope Made Strong and Micah Thomas's transition from a church media director to starting Impact Merch.
What does it take to go from dreaming to doing?
The Jump Moment.
Every creative who’s made the leap to freelance has had a Jump Moment. Sometimes it’s a bold, unmistakable event. Other times, it sneaks up slowly, shaped by life’s circumstances or a quiet realization.
And if you’re dreaming of turning your creative hobby into a business, chances are you’re searching for that moment, wondering, “Is now the time to jump?”
In each episode, I sit down with creatives and entrepreneurs to explore their Jump Moment—the fears they faced, the courage it took, and the lessons they learned along the way.
These stories will inspire you, show you that you’re not alone, and give you the tools and confidence to take your next step.
Your Jump Moment might be just around the corner. Let’s get you ready for it.
When your vision feels far off and progress is slow, how do you keep going? In this episode, executive coach Jacob Dyke shares what it looked like to stay faithful with what God had placed in front of him—even when business didn’t take off right away.
From working evenings at Lowe’s to give his business a fighting chance, to wrestling through identity, fear, and provision, Jacob’s story is a powerful reminder that slow progress is still progress.
If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s worth it to keep building when results are delayed, this conversation will encourage you to stay the course.
Episode Highlights:
- Why progress doesn’t always mean speed
- What it looks like to be faithful with what’s in front of you
- How to balance vision for the future with intentionality in the present
- Why spiritual formation matters in the entrepreneurial journey
- The role of coaching and outside voices in finding your direction
About Jacob Dyke:
Jacob is the founder of Anchor Coaching, where he helps Christian entrepreneurs improve productivity without burnout as well as a Startups.com Advisor. Jacob writes The Anchored Entrepreneur, a newsletter you can find via his LinkedIn.
Connect with Jacob Dyke:
Website: http://anchorcoaching.co/
Newsletter:https://anchor-coaching.beehiiv.com
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-dyke/
Explore the Jump to Freelance community, 1:1 coaching, and more at jumptofreelance.com. Take your first step today!
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