In this heartfelt video, John and Julie share the exciting new chapter their family is entering in 2026, a parenting sabbatical. With kids getting married, graduating from college and high school and the youngest heading off to college, they’re embracing a season of transition and reflection. Join them as they talk about taking time to […]
In this conversation, John and Julie reflect on how goodwill toward others grows when we shift our focus away from ourselves and toward those around us. They discuss how giving, especially during this season, changes the way we think, strengthens our relationships and improves communication. By choosing to give, we celebrate space for connection, perspective […]
What if your mission field isn’t somewhere far away but everywhere you already go? In this video, John shares the powerful meaning behind the sign on his office door “You are now entering the mission field.” He challenges the idea that purpose is limited to specific places or roles and reminds us that every interaction […]
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 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 and Julie Knowlton share how every marriage needs purpose. They open up about the mission behind their relationship and how having a marriage map helps them stay aligned and connected no matter what life brings. Their hope is to encourage viewers to create their own purpose filled marriage to bring clarity […]
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 […]
In this video, John Knowlton unpacks Model 46 from his book, Thinking for Success. Some people will support your ideas, some won’t. Some will buy from you, some won’t. Some will appreciate your strengths and others never will and that’s okay. John explains why it’s essential not to let rejection or indifference shape your beliefs, […]
In this video, author John Knowlton discusses Model 29 from his book, Thinking for Success. He explains the concept of using court awareness in basketball to teach a powerful lesson about awareness in the workplace. Just like a great player reads the court, you must learn to read people around you, their emotional state, workload, […]
