Marriage First

John and Julie Knowlton open up about how putting their marriage first, even during stressful seasons, has transformed their relationship. From praying together, date nights and intentional getaways, they have learned the power of strong communication, consistent problem solving and daily connection. Their biggest advice for couples under pressure: lean in together.
The Surprising Connection Between Marriage and Football

In this video, John Knowlton explores the surprising connection between football fandom and marriage. Just like sticking with your favorite team through winning seasons, heartbreaking losses and those “rebuilding years,” marriage also comes with highs, lows and moments that test our patience. The message is simple: loyalty isn’t always easy, but it’s worth it. Whether […]
TFS Model 21 Impressed with our Success

In this powerful message, John Knowlton, author of Thinking for Success, reminds us that while it’s natural to want to share our success stories, true influence comes from sharing our failures and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. When we open up about our struggles, we create space for real relationships, honest communication and […]
Add Value, Not Just Credentials

In this video, John explains why adding value matters more than collecting credentials. Employers and teams don’t just want another title or degree, they want people who think better, solve problems and make real impact.
AI Authentic Integrity

In this inspiring video, John shares a fresh take on what “AI” really means-Authentic Integrity. He encourages us to live with authenticity and integrity in every area of life. Discover how being genuine in your relationships, staying true to your values and letting integrity guide your actions can transform the way you connect with others […]
My Tombstone

What do I want my legacy to be? The answer might surprise you. My legacy isn’t about fame or financial success, it’s about stronger relationships.
Little Conversations

Big problems often start small. In this video, John shares how having little conversations along the way, at work or at home can strengthen relationships, ease tension and create better understanding.
Notification Nonsense

In this video, John talks about “Notification Nonsense” -how constant alerts, pings and popups pull us away from what truly matters. He challenges us to take back our focus by turning off distractions and being fully present in what we’re doing. When we control our attention, we boost our productivity, thinking and relationships. True success […]
Wrong Way on One Way Streets

Ever found yourself so lost in thought that you missed what was happening right in front of you? In this video, John shares a real-life story about driving the wrong way on a one way street and the powerful lesson it taught him about thinking, relationships and being present.
TFS Model 4: REI

John shares about relationships from Model 4 of his book Thinking For Success.