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Jacob Coldwell

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Jacob Coldwell enjoys his time helping people uncover a more meaningful life. He wrote this book and appreciates that you made it to the author bio.

For over 12 years, Jacob learned many lessons from running a successful home painting service, until he had enough.

He made the leap from blue collar work to coaching high performers as a certified life coach and author. His current profession involves:
guiding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders to overcome obstacles and focus on what matters.

Most recently, he and his family (wife, three kids and a dog) sold their home and traveled across the USA in an RV to live life on their terms.
And now he’s here to share how to empower yourself with the practical tools to continue your journey ...more

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	Before You Begin: How To Focus On What Matters And Get The Life You Want by Jacob Coldwell (Goodreads Author), Nancy Pile 3.73 avg rating — 15 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Listen Simply: How To Understand What People Are Saying by Jacob Coldwell (Goodreads Author), Glen Halliday (Illustrator) 4.08 avg rating — 12 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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The Rule of St. Benedict: A Modern Translation (Updated, Easy-to-Read Language with Sidenotes) Modern Saints Series — Fresh and Faithful Christian Classics

by Saint Benedict Abbot of Monte Cassino

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never expected such a great book. Thought this was going to be about the historical dragons in the the Bible and yet it was so much more. A much needed shift in perspective that deals with the question of pain and suffering in such a new way.
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