Season 2 starts with a reset.In Season 1, I chased guests, numbers, and growth… but somewhere along the way, I lost the heart behind why I started this podcast in the first place.So this season, we’re doing it differently.The Brighter Side is now for faith-driven service business owners — the contractors, tradesmen, and small business builders who want to grow their business without losing their faith, their family, or themselves in the process.I’m not a guru.I’m not an expert.I’m just a few steps ahead, sharing what’s working, what’s not, and walking alongside you.If you’re building something real, trying to lead your home well, and want honest conversations about business, discipline, and faith — this show is for you.Welcome to Season 2.

Welcome to The Brighter Side Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Lauren Maxwell, founder of Cross Country Mortgage, to talk about her journey in the mortgage industry, helping people get into homes no matter their situation, and growing her team to empower others to succeed.Lauren shares:How she helps people get into homes regardless of their circumstancesHer approach to hiring, mentoring, and growing people professionallyInsights about her home in Georgia and starting a new office thereLessons from running a successful mortgage company and building Cross Country MortgageWhether you’re interested in mortgages, entrepreneurship, career growth, or business resilience, this episode is full of actionable insights and inspiration.Connect with Lauren Maxwell:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmaxwellteam/?hl=enWebsite: https://crosscountrymortgage.com/Follow The Brighter Side Podcast:YouTube: [The Brighter Side Podcast Channel Link]🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and leave a comment sharing your biggest takeaway from this episode!

In this episode of The Brighter Side Podcast, Cory Adams sits down with Zach and Anajah — two H.S. friends from Naples, FL who are young college students and are now stepping into adulthood with bold faith. At just 19 and 20 years old, they’ve already launched a Beach Bible Study on Sundays, creating a space for young people to gather, connect, and discover that Jesus is the true source of joy and fulfillment.We dive into their story as young college kids balancing life, faith, and purpose. Zach and Anajah share how they’ve seen the hunger in their generation for something real, outside of the traditional church walls. They talk about the challenges they face, what inspires them to keep going, and how they’re creating community in Naples for kids and young adults who need hope.If you’ve ever wondered how the next generation is stepping up to lead with faith, this conversation will encourage and inspire you.📌 Topics Covered in This Episode:Why Zach and Anajah started a Sunday Beach Bible StudyThe struggles young people face in today’s cultureHow Jesus provides the foundation for true happinessBuilding community and friendship through faithWhat’s next for their mission and vision🌟 Whether you’re a parent, leader, or young adult searching for purpose, this episode shows how God is moving through the next generation in Naples and beyond.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to The Brighter Side Podcast for more faith-filled conversations that inspire hope, purpose, and transformation.🔗 Watch more episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrightersidepod