Growth Over Goals

Today on the Growth Over Goals podcast we have a guest on the Mount Rushmore of sports personalities – Jim Rome. In the sports radio world, Jim is an incredible force. He is the host of the Jim Rome show and founder of the Reinvention Project, and in 2019, Jim was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame. At a very early age, Jim was able to ask himself – and answer – the questions of who am I, who do I want to be, and how am I going to get there? Yet, decades later, Jim is still constantly growing and reinventing himself, and far from slowing down, he firmly believes the next 25 years of his life should be the best. Join us as we discuss the importance of reinvention, embracing the grind, how to deal with haters, and how preparation can be an absolute game changer. Jim firmly believes it is never too late to start, or re-start, so regardless of where you are in life, if you want to take things to the next level, this is an incredible episode for you!

Today on the Growth Over Goals podcast, we are blessed to be able to sit at the table with two-time author, speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of Headbands of Hope – Jess Ekstrom. Jess’s path to her destiny started with an impactful conversation with her entrepreneurial father when she was in her early teens that lead to the beginning of her “inspiration from frustration” life motto. After an extremely difficult life event - in which her family lost all of their money - pulled the rug out from under Jess’s feet, she was faced with the incredible realization that we only have one life, and we need to live it. This transformative experience shifted Jess into the role of an achiever – a role which eventually lead her to found Headbands of Hope, a charity that provides headbands to kids with cancer. Lessons learned while running her charity formed Jess into an incredible public speaker who turned her life experience into a lesson plan in her Mic Drop Workshop for other women who wanted to find their place in the professional speaking world. Jess has ultimately learned one of the greatest skills of life: how to fail well. Today, she shares her wisdom with you, dear listener, and helps us understand how failure can feel better than regret. We all have the ability to build a brighter future, and this podcast will certainly inspire you to do that today! Regardless of what your life has looked like to this point, if you are a person with an idea this podcast episode is for you! Find out more about Jess on her website: https://jessekstrom.com/ or learn about her Mic Drop Workshop at https://micdropworkshop.com/

In today’s episode of the Growth Over Goals podcast, we are living the dream sitting down with US Olympic gold medal and two-times NBA world champion coach – Brendan Suhr. Brendan has coached some of the top athletes on the planet, and today he’s moved from the courts to the boardroom where he coaches some of the world’s greatest leaders. A world-class relationship builder, we are privileged to discuss with Brendan the importance of humility, communication, and credibility in creating relationships, and why relationships are the key to success in today’s world. Brendan walks us through an incredible story of how something as simple being on time demonstrated the ultimate show of respect and united a whole team of world-class players. Basketball fans will love getting to nerd out with Brendan’s dream team stories, and those of you who aren’t so inclined will still benefit massively from the knowledge that parallels from the courts to the boardroom. Whether you are an athlete or an executive, you win because of the leadership of your team, and today’s episode will inspire top leadership from every generation.

Today in the Growth Over Goals podcast, we sit down with international speaker, NBA world champion, and coach to NBA all-stars – Kevin Eastman – in what we can call our “Truth Episode.” Together, we discuss the characteristics, habits and mindsets that set the best apart. The reality – whether you are on the courts or in the board room – is that average players want to be left alone, good players want to be coached, and great players want to know the truth. So, if you want to excel, you have to be able to hear the truth. Failure often stops us from trying, and that’s a shame; there is more inside each of us - are we willing and ready to commit to what it takes to pull that out? The single most important word in all of success is truth – and the best of the best demand to hear it. Truth: learn from Kevin the keys to learning to live it, tell it, and take it, and how the next-level truth can take you to where you want to go. Check out Kevin’s book: Why the Best Are the Best - 25 Powerful Words That Impact, Inspire, And Define Champions.

Today on the Growth Over Goals podcast, we invite you to join us for one of the most powerful conversations that has ever been had on this podcast. Today’s episode is for anyone and everyone going through something difficult. Today’s episode is for you. Life was proceeding as normal for Colton Carr, a worship pastor, photographer, videographer, and all around creatively-wired follower of Jesus, until he was diagnosed with stage 4, incurable brain cancer. In an instant, Colton realized the true meaning of the fleetingness of life, and has since then come to understand what really matters. He is experiencing what it means to carry the cup of suffering, and has learned to carry it with grace. He knows the true meaning of saying, “not my will, but Thine be done, Father.” And today, dear listener, Colton wants to share his message of encouragement with you. To follow Colton’s journey, find him on Instagram @carryitwithgrace

Join us in this intriguing episode of the Growth Over Goals podcast as we explore the art of "Leading Up." Discover the transformative power of honest and upward communication within organizations, and the shift from positional power to personal power in leadership. We reveal key strategies for emerging leaders, including building a culture of honor and taking initiative beyond your authority. Plus, the importance of treating every role as if it's your last. Don't miss this episode, where we empower both senior and emerging leaders to elevate their influence and drive positive change within organizations. Tune in now and let's embark on a journey of growth and leadership together.

Today on the Growth Over Goals podcast, we are fortunate to have the opportunity to sit down with Jen Hatmaker and Tyler Merritt. Jen is an author, podcaster, speaker, advocate, educator, and an impressive 4 times NY times bestseller. Tyler is an actor, comedian, vocalist, speaker, author and creator of the Tyler Merritt Project. A power couple, Jen and Tyler have the incredible, authentic, uplifting gift of making people feel heard and seen, and in today’s episode they share their secret sauce for how you can do the same. Join us for an inspiring conversation on why leaders today struggle with vulnerability and authenticity, and learn how you can overcome that struggle. If you are unsure of the real value of making people feel seen and heard, this episode will be a major paradigm shift for you. As a leader, if you can be people-forward first, if you can recognize people’s stories and backgrounds and take care of the individuals in your circle – you will see a profound effect on morale. The bottom line? When your people are healthy and cared for, when they feel like an integral part of a team and are appreciated, they work better. Follow Jen and Tyler on social media: @jenhatmaker @thetylermerrittproject

Welcome to another episode of the Growth Over Goals podcast! Today we are thrilled to have Thomas Williams as our guest. Thomas is a former NFL linebacker who played for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Seattle Seahawks, New England Patriots, Buffalo Bills, and Carolina Panthers. He was drafted by the Jaguars in the fifth round of the 2008 NFL Draft, after a stellar college career at USC. Thomas is also a motivational speaker, a published author, a collegiate guest lecturer, and a Wounded Warrior Project advocate. He helps people from all walks of life to “fully maximize their potential” and to overcome their fears and challenges. In this episode, we have a candid and inspiring conversation with Thomas about his personal and professional journey. We talk about his values, choices, challenges, lessons, and wisdom that have shaped his life and career. We cover topics such as friendship, social media, obedience, sacrifice, vision, team, mentorship, quitting, legacy, perseverance, health, acceptance, faith, uncertainty, perspective, and more. This is an un-missable conversation with Thomas Williams, who will inspire you to grow over your goals and live with courage, faith, and action. Don’t miss this episode and join us as we learn from his wisdom and experience! If you want to learn more about Thomas and his work, you can visit his website at http://thomasrwilliams.com/ where you can find his autobiography “Permission to DREAM”, his speaking schedule, his podcast “The Man I Am”, and more.

In this episode of Growth Over Goals, Jordan Montgomery sits down with Tom Patterson, the founder and owner of Tommy John, a brand that strives to provide the most comfortable and innovative men and women’s clothing on the market. Tom’s journey began when he was laid off from his medical sales job and decided to create a product that he needed himself. He faced many challenges and rejections along the way, but he never gave up on his vision and passion. Today, Tommy John is a wildly successful brand that competes with the big players in the industry and has loyal customers who swear by its quality and comfort. Tom’s persistence in an environment of uncertainty led to his unparalleled ability to find answers and solutions to his problems. He also shares some valuable advice to entrepreneurs, such as why they should treat everyone the same, why they should never stop learning, and why they should go against the status quo. Join us today as Tom shares his incredible stories of failures and successes, and imparts wisdom and insights that will help you grow in your business and personal life. If you want to learn more about Tommy John and how Tom Patterson revolutionized the clothing industry, this is the episode for you! Find Tommy John on their website - https://www.tommyjohn.com/ - where you can shop for their products and learn more about their story.

Today’s episode of the Growth Over Goals podcast might be one of the most powerful we’ve ever brought to our listeners, as we sit down with Nick Santonastasso – best-selling author, leader, and speaker on stages across the world. If you are hurting or struggling, Nick’s message is going to impact you today. Challenged with the incredibly rare Hanhart syndrome, Nick was born legless and with only a portion of his one arm, and was given a 30% chance to live. Despite the odds, Nick survived, and despite his physical limitations, has never lived a limited life. Today, Nick is a wildly successful motivational speaker and coach, reaching people in a big way through his story and through his heart. Nick’s journey began in-utero, when his upon seeing his condition on ultrasound, his parents were given the opportunity to live out of faith, instead of out of fear. They chose to bring Nick to term and give him every chance to live out his life as God intended, and Nick has fully embraced the opportunity to do so. Nick’s persistence in an environment of adversity lead to his unparalleled ability to embrace failure and become deeply solution-oriented, cultivating a simple rhyme that has lead him through life: “If failure is a friend, you’ll learn till the end. If failure is a foe, you’ll never grow.” Join us today as Nick shares his incredibly impactful stories of failures and successes, and imparts confidence and wisdom that will help you bust out of the box you’ve put yourself in. If you want to grow in your confidence and learn to be fearless in a fearful world, this is the episode for you! Find Nick on YouTube and Instagram - @nicksantonastasso – where you can shoot him a DM to connect.