Feedback is About the Future

In this video about Model 7 of the book Thinking for Success, John explores why feedback is always about the future and how it reflects the strength of relationships. Giving and receiving feedback is a powerful tool for improving communication, enhancing problem solving, and shaping your beliefs to support growth and long term success. Feedback […]

The Body Follows the Head

In Model 49, from Thinking for Success, John discusses how our body naturally follows the direction of our head. He explains that where your mind is focused, your actions will follow, and why it is important to concentrate on your goals rather than obstacles in your way. John also shows how our thoughts guide our […]

Who Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?

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 […]

The Power of Purposeful Success: Insights for Business Leaders

Emily Sander and John Knowlton discuss what it means to achieve real success and leveraging natural talents at work. They share practical strategies for improving productivity, planning tasks strategically and using clear communication to guide decisions.

Off the Rails?

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 […]

The Lion Tamer – Model 32 from Thinking for Success

In this video John explains Model 32 of his book Thinking for Success. He uses the image of a lion tamer’s three or four legged stool to explain how distraction stops progress. The stool doesn’t defeat the lion, the multiple legs overwhelm it. The lion can only focus on one thing at a time. Humans […]

Better Results, Better Thinking

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 […]

Beyond the Inheritance: Passing Down Wisdom, Purpose and Prosperity

In this episode of The Passive Pathway, Nelson and John explore how families can create strong governance structures that pass down clarity, purpose and traditions across generations. They discuss why leaving an inheritance without intentional guidance often causes confusion and how thoughtful planning can strengthen family bonds. John also shares insights from his new book, […]

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 […]