Loss shapes us. It gives us a new perspective and a new way to approach situations we face. John lost both of his parents at different stages of his life. How he defined winning at first was through his success. If he were successful, people would stay in his life. So there was that risk. But unlearning his old definition of winning took real work, and he shares part of that journey today.

In this episode, you’ll discover…

Key trait to win at home and at work (0:58)

Defining what ‘winning’ means (1:36)

How John tried to control how people felt about him (9:18)

Are you actually successful? (13:45)

John’s Bio:

John Olinger's journey from Nike marketing executive to purpose-driven leader began with a single question: What will matter most when I get to the end of my life?

After spending a decade creating breakthrough campaigns for Nike and Jordan Brand—including three years leading Global Marketing for Kobe Bryant—an unexpected loss changed everything. Today, John combines his strategic marketing expertise with hard-won wisdom to help others win where it matters most.

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