How regular, little conversations set the stage for multi-generational wealth. This piece by John Knowlton was originally published in Trusts & Estates on April 13, 2026. Read the original article here Family fortunes are hard to build, but they’re even harder to keep. We’ve all heard stories of wealth being squandered by the offspring of successful entrepreneurs. […]
John was featured on “Awakened Titans Podcast” with Lily Patrascu, where he shared his professional journey and the key mindset shifts that reshaped his path and performance. Throughout the conversation, John reflected on the “hard truths” behind building real, sustainable success and why many professionals plateau despite effort. He walked through pivotal moments in his […]
In this chapter, John explains that true success begins with value creation, which starts with giving rather than getting. Most people focus on what they want to receive but that is actually the result, not the starting point. The principle is that value must come first. When you focus on providing value to others, you […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
In this episode of the podcast Beyond the Velvet Rope, John reflects on how intentional thinking has shaped both personal outcomes and long-term prosperity. He shares insights from his journey in wealth management, highlighting the role of faith, shared governance and open communication in building trust across generations. The conversation emphasizes personal responsibility, early financial […]
In this episode of the Inspired Stewardship Podcast, Scott Maderer talks with John about his book Thinking for Success. John explains how adjusting our thinking patterns can improve productivity, problem solving and relationships, showing that life outcomes are shaped by how we think. He emphasizes practical ways to think better every day, use constraints creatively […]
Traci Austin from the People Strategy Podcast talks with John about turning core values into action, especially in trades-based businesses. They cover practical strategies for improving communication, problem solving and planning, showing leaders how to actively shape company culture instead of just reacting to it.
