In this video, Julie shares how creating a clear personal mission statement has transformed the way she makes decisions and lives with purpose. Using a simple but powerful symbol, a star, Julie builds her life around five guiding pillars. Each point of the star represents one of her core commitments: Love God, Love Others, Pursue […]
In this video, John breaks down Model 11: Organizational Complexity with an Increasing Number of Relationships from his book Thinking for Success. As organizations grow, this complexity can hurt productivity. Messages get crossed, decisions slow down and things feel harder than they should. That’s why strong strategy matters. Large organizations create smaller teams or departments […]
In this video, John explains Model 33: The Productivity Tri-Quation from his book Thinking for Success. He breaks down Hyrum W. Smith’s philosophy that our cycle of event control, productivity and self-esteem can be either virtuous or vicious, shaping our outcomes. Using the example of two salespeople, he shows that focusing on the right actions-what […]
In this video, John explains Model 26: Favor: The Perception Advantage from his book Thinking for Success. He explores favor as an intangible quality that changes how people perceive us, opening doors for prosperity and opportunity. Using examples like ice cream flavors and the story of the children of Israel receiving favor in the eyes […]
“Thus says the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: ‘I am the Lord your God, who teaches you to profit, who leads you in the way you should go.’” – Isaiah 48:17
John Knowlton, February 18, 2026 This piece was originally published in Trusts & Estates on February 18, 2026. Read the original article here The first generation makes it, the second generation spends it and the third generation loses it. You’ve probably heard some version of the “Shirtsleeves” proverb. Shirtsleeves to Shirtsleeves in three generations is […]
In this video, John explores chapter 8, Don’t Fight in Front of the Kids from his book Thinking for Success. He discusses a crucial leadership principle: unity must be protected in front of people you lead. Just as parents should avoid displaying conflict in front of their children, organizational leaders must be careful not to […]
“Solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from evil.” – Hebrews 5:14 View Post
Busy is our primary virtue and our chief complaint. –John Knowlton, Thinking for Success Busyness has become one of the defining marks of modern life. It is often worn as a badge of honor, yet it is also one of our greatest sources of exhaustion and frustration. Our primary focus is constantly being pulled toward […]
In this episode, Georg Klausner sits down with John Knowlton to talk about something many families avoid-money. They discuss how open communication can strengthen relationships, why fairness in wealth isn’t always simple, and how shared decision-making can help families plan for lasting prosperity.
