Most Families Lose Their Wealth In 3 Generations: How to Stop It

John was recently a guest on Building Your Life Podcast with John Browning to discuss a different approach to building and preserving family wealth. Together, they explore why traditional inheritance strategies often fall short and how families can create a lasting legacy through stewardship, shared governance, and intentional financial education. John Knowlton shares insights on […]

Building Family Legacy

Do you ever wonder whether your kids should know what you earn?And beyond that—does sharing that kind of information actually help or hurt? In this episode, host Randolph Love III and John Knowlton discuss a topic many families avoid: how to have honest, meaningful conversations with your children about finances, wealth, and the future you’re […]

Seeds and Good Intentions

In this video, John shares a reflection inspired by the start of planting season. He explains that growth, whether in business, organizations or our personal lives requires more than just seeds and good intentions. Seeds and good intentions are essential, but they must be nurtured with intentional strategy, consistent effort and thoughtful planning in order […]

Julie’s Recovery Update

Julie recently had knee surgery and is recovering well. She continues to make good progress each day and deeply appreciates the prayers, encouragement and support she’s received. In a recent video, John and Julie shared an encouraging update on her recovery and the progress she’s making.

Awakened Titans Podcast

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 […]

Ending the Shirtsleeves Proverb

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 […]

You’re Invited to the Book Party!

Join us for: -Author Chat -Live Q&A Session -Live Podcast Recording -Meet & Greet with Successful Thinkers, just like YOU Mark your calendar and get ready to change the way you think! You won’t want to miss this. Books will be available for purchase or order online wherever books are sold. Saturday, February 21 from […]

The Family Governance Protocol

In this episode of Escape the Clock, Dan sits down with John to challenge a common parenting belief: that shielding children from financial information protects them. Instead, John argues that a lack of transparency creates unprepared future leaders and weakens family legacy. They discuss why so many parents avoid money communication, how that silence leads […]

Cultivating Success: Mindset, Mentorship and Creativity

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 […]

TFS Model 47 Why We Do Hard Things

In this video, John Knowlton explains why choosing to do hard things is essential for growth. When we intentionally take on challenges, we build resilience, confidence and the capacity to handle the difficult situations we don’t choose. Hard things develop our character, and strengthen our belief and improve our thinking, preparing us for life’s unexpected […]