In this video, John explores a question we’re usually asked as children but rarely revisit as adults. Who do you want to be when you grow up? Drawing from Model 23 in his book, Thinking for Success, John reframes growth as a matter of beliefs, thinking better every day and intentional choice. Model 23 is […]
What does a train reveal about an organization? In this video, John uses a simple but powerful metaphor to explain how organization function and why some move forward while others struggle. John explains how a train represents the organization itself. The track represents clarity, strategy and direction. The smoke represents resources like people, money, and […]
Stronger teams don’t happen by accident—they’re built through better thinking, clearer communication, and intentional strategy. In this video, John shares how his book, Thinking for Success helps individuals and teams improve relationships, solve problems more effectively, and increase productivity by challenging limiting beliefs and learning to think better every day. The principles in this book […]
In this podcast episode, Caroline Beisalski and John Knowlton dive into creativity, the mindset behind success and the strategies for thinking better every day. They explore how shifting your beliefs and thinking patterns can be one of the most transformative steps toward improving your problem solving, productivity and overall prosperity, and overall prosperity, both personally […]
Feeling stuck in life? Whether in unhealthy relationships, carrying trauma, or dealing with loss, it can leave us frustrated and unsure how to move forward. In this video, John shares a powerful metaphor: driving down Stuck Road, then crossing Serenity Drive and a little further coming to Bliss Road. Even when life feels overwhelming, you […]
In this video, John breaks down the importance of leader’s intent and why clarity matters. Too often, leaders hold back information, leaving their teams frustrated, confused and unable to move forward. Effective leadership requires clear communication, sharing the why and the intended outcome, so others can problem solve and execute with confidence. When leaders communicate […]
In this powerful video, John discusses the chapter “To You, About You” from his book Thinking for Success. He dives into how to handle conversations when people deflect or shift focus onto someone else. As leaders, or even parents it’s essential to address behaviors directly and set boundaries. “I’m talking to you about you.” Learn […]
In this episode of UH-OH Conversations with Cohesive Leaders, Dr. Troy Hall and Ben-Jamin Toy chat with John Knowlton. John shares about how an unexpected “uh-oh” moment became a turning point for his leadership journey. He shares how embracing challenges can transform thinking, improve problem solving, strengthen strategy and planning and create opportunities for growth. […]
In this video, John Knowlton, author of Thinking for Success, breaks down a powerful lesson from Chapter 30: Discipline on the Descent. Using a vivid hiking analogy to illustrate a crucial mindset lesson, he shares how he’s always intentional and cautious on the climb up the mountain, but on the way down when the hard […]
In this video, John Knowlton goes over an important trait that successful people have. Almost everything in the world is out of our control or even our influence. Successful people put their effort and energy into buckets, things they can control and things they can’t control.
