About The Schafer Affect and James
LIFE COACHING
The Schafer Affect is meant to provide information, insight, and inspiration for individuals who seek to grow in some aspect of their lives. Each person has a unique journey and my goal is to highlight paths that you may not have considered and to encourage you as you explore the possibilities.
Faith
I am a Christain who is thankful to God for all of the blessings in my life. I believe Jesus is the son of God and died on the cross for the sins of all. I am blessed beyond my deserving and I praise God for all that I have in this life. God has carried me through the tough times in my life and provided me with more than I could have ever imagined.
Pushing My Limits - Mixed Martial Arts
In July 2017, at the age of 48, I began my mixed martial arts journey with a focus on training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) then eventually adding Western Boxing and Kick Boxing.
I am an active BJJ competitor with a Gold Medals from the 2019 World Master IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship as a Master 4 Super Heavyweight Blue Belt and the 2021 World No-Gi IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship as a Master 5 Super Heavyweight Purple Belt.
I am now a BJJ Brown Belt and I continue my pursuit of someday becoming a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt.
Career Success - Technology Executive
In 1992, I began my 31 year career in the technology field as a software support and conversion analyst for a banking software company. Since that time, I have learned the importance of hard work, persistence, investing in oneself, and being a strong leader.
I've been fortunate to experience great success in my professional career. I am not a multi-millionaire but I have lived the experience of growing up very poor to becoming a technology executive for several publicly traded companies.
Success comes from your dedication and determination.
Family and Relationships
I am blessed to be married to a wonderful wife for 32 years, to have 4 amazing children, an awesome daughter-in-law, a new grandson, and to be surrounded by other great family members and friends. My successes in life are a testament to the people I am surrounded by who have helped me to grow, to become stronger, and to love.