{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5c79d20712a24d4a146923a3/612c9b2b95f9ec00136d5510?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 294 - On Purpose with Purpose with John Ramstead","description":"<p>The definition of success varies from person to person; for some, it means to be wealthy, for others to be loved, impact lots of people, or change people's lives. But what happens when everyone but us thinks we are successful? It might look fantastic from the outside, and still, we'd&nbsp;feel miserable. When success is not intimately linked with purpose, it feels empty.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>John&nbsp;Ramstead's&nbsp;company was doing great; everybody would pat his shoulder and congratulate him for his success, but he couldn't shake this smoldering discontent. He then realized he was living under the \"tyranny of they.\" John was doing everything \"they\" considered fantastic, valuable, and he was showing up the way \"they\" believed he should. John knew he needed to make a significant change in his life, and then he got&nbsp;in&nbsp;an accident that almost took his life. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Today's guest, John&nbsp;Ramstead, is a former Navy Fighter Pilot, Int'l Speaker and Podcast Host, Leadership Coach, and Author of On Purpose with Purpose. He is passionate about empowering leaders and their teams to reawaken the joy, vitality, and clarity eroded in their way to success. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode, John shares his inspiring story of profound change, driven by his unstoppable urge to become the best version of himself. We talk about recovering from adversity, inspiring others, and being a giver before asking for anything. We explore the power of mentoring, being a servant leader, how creating habits can change the course of our lives, and much more. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Tune in to <strong>Episode 294</strong> of <strong>Becoming Your Best, </strong>and&nbsp;listen to John's remarkable story of resilience, bravery, and success. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Some Questions I Ask:</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Could you give our listeners a brief background on who you are? (1:59)&nbsp;</li><li>What do you think is the value of mentorship? And how do you find a great mentor? (17:10)&nbsp;</li><li>Could you share one or two most significant lessons learned from&nbsp;all of&nbsp;your adversity&nbsp;and&nbsp;your experience? (28:42)&nbsp;</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>In This Episode, You Will Learn:</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>How&nbsp;John realized he was living under the tyranny of they (4:17)&nbsp;</li><li>How was John's life after the accident (13:39)&nbsp;</li><li>The&nbsp;value of mentoring and how people around&nbsp;you can&nbsp;help&nbsp;you&nbsp;overcome the most challenging moments of&nbsp;your&nbsp;life (17:18)&nbsp;</li><li>The mindset needed to overcome adversity.&nbsp;(28:26)&nbsp;</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Resources:</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>John&nbsp;Ramstead <a href=\"https://www.beyondinfluence.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">website</a>. Beyond Influence&nbsp;</li><li>Book: John&nbsp;Ramstead&nbsp;- <a href=\"https://www.beyondinfluence.com/book/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">On Purpose with Purpose</a>: Discovering How&nbsp;To&nbsp;Live Your Best Life&nbsp;</li><li>Eternal Leadership <a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eternal-leadership/id940982946\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">podcast</a> with John&nbsp;Ramstead&nbsp;</li><li>Book: Dale Carnegie - <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People-ebook/dp/B08JV3W3VC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1CZX7JH8ULZIQ&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=how+to+win+friends+and+influence+people+dale+carnegie&amp;qid=1629927564&amp;sprefix=how+to+win+fr%2Caps%2C333&amp;sr=8-1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">How To Win Friends and Influence People</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Book: Horst Schulze - <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Excellence-Wins-No-Nonsense-Becoming-Compromise-ebook/dp/B07DXGL7VQ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SIW17Z1L757J&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=horst+schulze+excellence+wins&amp;qid=1629927636&amp;sprefix=excellence+horst%2Caps%2C311&amp;sr=8-1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Excellence Wins</a>: A No-Nonsense Guide to Becoming the Best in a World of Compromise&nbsp;</li><li>Book: Carol Dweck - <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck-ebook/dp/B000FCKPHG/ref=sr_1_1?crid=WLHCNGAQCIX1&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=mindset+carol+s.+dweck&amp;qid=1629927711&amp;sprefix=mindset+car%2Caps%2C315&amp;sr=8-1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Mindset</a>: The New Psychology of Success&nbsp;</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Connect with John:</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnramstead/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/john.ramstead/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/jramstead\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://twitter.com/JohnRamstead\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjDNgfWvLccQeesJFpyHy9Q?view_as=subscriber\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Becoming Your Best Resources:</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.becomingyourbest.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best Website</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://www.becomingyourbestuniversity.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best University Website</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"http://store.becomingyourbest.com/books/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best Library</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Email: <a href=\"mailto:support@becomingyourbest.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">support@becomingyourbest.com</a> &nbsp;</li><li>Book: <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Your-Best-Principles-Successful/dp/B01JJQQ2V6/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=becoming+your+best+the+12+principles&amp;qid=1585041465&amp;s=audible&amp;sr=1-1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Book: <a href=\"https://www.becomingyourbest.com/conquer-anxiety-book/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/groups/2428361534145106\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety</a>&nbsp;</li></ul>","author_name":"Steve Shallenberger: Successful Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, and Bestselling Author | Rob Shallenberger: Former Fighter Pilot, Author, Executive Coach, and Corporate Trainer"}