How to Think Your Way to Better Outcomes
SEND DAN A TEXT Most people think they’re stuck because of their circumstances, but the truth is, they’re stuck because of how they think. In this episode of The Unbreakable Mission, I’m joined by John Knowlton, entrepreneur, author, and deep thinker, who shares how your mindset shapes your reality. From building a billion-dollar wealth management firm to navigating family trauma, John’s journey is a masterclass in ownership, transformation, and critical thinking. We dig into: The difference ...
Most people think they’re stuck because of their circumstances, but the truth is, they’re stuck because of how they think.
In this episode of The Unbreakable Mission, I’m joined by John Knowlton, entrepreneur, author, and deep thinker, who shares how your mindset shapes your reality. From building a billion-dollar wealth management firm to navigating family trauma, John’s journey is a masterclass in ownership, transformation, and critical thinking.
We dig into:
- The difference between reacting and thinking.
- How prison inmates and anesthesiologists make life decisions from the same starting point.
- Why storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for shaping teams, outcomes, and self-leadership.
- How to upgrade your beliefs using the “table legs” model.
- And why standing in line for coffee may reveal more about your mindset than you think.
This one’s rich. Let it challenge you.
Your mission: Pay attention to one moment today where your mindset is holding you back—then flip it. Make a new decision. Share it with me. Let’s execute.
Bonus - Get a free chapter of John’s book + team workshop tool at: abundantthoughtrevolution.com
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To your success!
Dan
John Knowlton
Two men are born in Chicago to broken families addicted to drugs and alcohol. I meet one as an inmate in the DuPage County Jail where I served as a chaplain. The other is an anesthesiologist. What’s the difference? How does one go to prison and one become a specialized physician? It is how they think about themselves, their circumstances and their place in the world.
All of our outcomes are the result of our behavior which is rooted in our thinking. My focus is to help people think better every day. This is because every person was created for some incredible purpose. Success isn't a dollar amount, a title or power. Rather, success is thinking better every day so we get closer to fulfilling our purpose.
I have been married to Julie nearly 25 years. We have four children, two of whom were adopted. I have built businesses, served rural and urban churches and found the secret to success and abundance.
After co-founding a $1 Billion wealth management firm I sold my interest in 2020, and took a one year COVID sabbatical. Our family made an epic RV journey around the USA! In December 2021 I became a C12 chair and I now serve two forums of Christian business leaders and owners. I also speak to audiences large and small about better thinking, success, and abundance. Businesses engage me to consult on strategy, organizational health, and mergers and acquisitions.