How to Go From A Directionless Life to One of Intention | Ep. 136 with John Gafford

Ever feel like life is just happening TO YOU instead of FOR YOU? Join us today on the No Grey Areas Podcast with entrepreneur, business coach, advisor, and author of new book “Escaping the Drift”, John Gafford! He sits down to answer and ponder some of the biggest questions about purpose, accountability, and how to stop drifting through the motions of life. John discusses tactically how to help you live the life you actually want while sharing practical strategies, mindset shifts, and real-life stories that can transform the way you leave a legacy.In this episode, John addresses the lessons he learned from mentors, taking risks even when the timing isn’t perfect, and how to surround yourself with the right tribe for accountability. He also shares the principles that helped him turn a directionless life into one of purpose, impact, and wild entrepreneurial success. Be sure to like or comment below if this episode got you motivated to live a better life! If you want to learn more or grab a copy of John’s book, Escaping the Drift, visit https://thejohngafford.com/getthebookCHAPTERS:00:00 Intro02:50 ASK Holes04:32 The hard road is always the right road05:20 Escaping the drift13:00 Don't Sink...Swim14:16 Forced Truth vs Rational Honesty16:10 Sometimes You Need to Fire Yourself19:16 How to Go Further In Life - Finding Your Tribe22:00 The Power of "Because"24:49 The Power of WHY26:57 Taking Risks30:36 How to Have a Purpose-Driven Business34:12 Get John's Book34:57 Two Truths and a Lie36:32 OutroWEBSITE: https://www.nogreyareaspodcast.com/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nogreyareas_gagliano/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/NoGreyAreasTIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@nogreyareasgaglianoEMAIL: [email protected]: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-grey-areas/id1592547691No Grey Areas is a motivational podcast with captivating guests centered around how our choices humanize, empower, and define who we become. This podcast is inspired by the cautionary tale, No Grey Areas, written by Joseph Gagliano. Learn more about the truth behind his story involved with sports' biggest scandal at https://www.nogreyareas.com/