Reprogram

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. John explores what we can learn about leadership from the way viruses, vaccines, and even ticks operate. He unpacks how our minds, much like our bodies, can be “infected” with negative thinking—and why this nega...

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Jun 05, 2025
The Sound of Silence

Did you know silence is a sound?  In this week’s Black Belt Leadership installment, Dr. John explores the often overlooked importance (and practical benefits) of silence. It’s a powerful tool for self-care, reflection, creativity, and even better com...

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May 29, 2025
No Longer Bound

When you allow others to define your life, you find yourself chained to their image of you. In this Black Belt Leadership installment, we talk about how you can break free of the opinions of others and become the best version of yourself. If you’re r...

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May 22, 2025
The Power of Surrender

True strength is often not found in meeting challenges head-on, but through yielding, adapting, and harnessing obstacles to our advantage.  In this Black Belt Leadership installment,Dr. John focuses on how surrender can be a strategic tool for growth...

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May 15, 2025
Root, Not Fruit

What do strawberries have to do with personal growth?  Turns out, a lot.  In this installment of Black Belt Leadership,Dr. John reveals a powerful lesson about growth, leadership, and why establishing a strong root system is essential for success.   ...

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May 08, 2025
Two-A-Days

In this installment of Black Belt Leadership, Dr. John dives into the powerful pre-season ritual familiar to every athlete—those grueling early morning and late afternoon practices known as "two-a-days." There are deeper lessons behind the sweat: the...

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May 01, 2025
Don't Do It!

Welcome to another installment of Black Belt Leadership. In today’s episode, “Don’t Do It,” Dr. John invites us to reflect on those three familiar words we all heard growing up—words meant to keep us safe, but which often set the stage for limiting b...

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Apr 24, 2025
The Man Who Won and Lost It All

In this installment of Black Belt Leadership, Dr. John examines seven essential leadership lessons gleaned from one of the most successful military leaders in history, Alexander the Great, including the crucial leadership misstep that led to hisempir...

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Apr 17, 2025
The Barbie Effect

In today's Black Belt Leadership Installment, Dr. John delves into the fascinating story of Barbie, a global icon who has not only stood the test of time but also become a symbol of reinvention and aspiration for millions. Through the lens of Barbie'...

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Apr 10, 2025
The Peter Principle

In this installment of Black Belt Leadership, we're diving into the fascinating world of organizational dynamics, examining “The Peter Principle,”  how individuals often rise to their "level of incompetence." Throughout this episode, Dr. John shares...

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Apr 03, 2025