Episode #001 - How a death defying accident was a gift from God…with John Ramstead
Summary:
John Ramstead, former Navy combat fighter pilot, joins the show today to talk about faith, entrepreneurship, transformation, and adversity. John discusses how an accident propelled him into a different entrepreneurial career and life path as a keynote speaker, leadership trainer, coach, author, and podcast host.
Show Notes:
* Ramstead shares the story of his near-death, transformational accident, his connection to God’s love in that moment, and his initial road to recovery clarified his Calling path
* How small moments lead to transformational change
* Significance means the legacy that one leaves in other people
* He talks about the idea of looking internally as opposed to externally at one’s identity
* From God’s perspective, we are created in His perfection and can accomplish great things with HIm
* Ramstead shares some of his experiences as a fighter pilot and how they also shaped his identity and taught him about human nature
* People are capable of doing so much more than they usually realize
* Ramstead talks about finding one’s calling and tapping into one’s passions and core values
* He discusses being a positive member of a workplace as an almost instant catalyst to transformation
* He ends by giving advice to people that are struggling to find their way forward and discover their calling journey
3 Key Points:
1. For positive transformation to occur, one must focus on internal passions, convictions, and core values instead of external drivers.
2. People are capable of doing much more than they usually realize.
3. Through Christ, God sees each of us as perfect, very capable beings. Relying and believing on that truth will propel people to a transformed life.
Key Quotes:
* “Every single morning is our second chance, and guess what, if we blew it today, tomorrow is another second chance.” – John Ramstead
* “One of my callings today is to break the chains of false identities that are holding people back.” - John Ramstead
* “Action begets clarity.” - John Ramstead
Connect with John & Resources Mentioned:
* Free 30 Minute Coaching Call - Email: john@eternalleadership.com
* Download FREE eBook – “Discover Your Core Values”
* eternalleadership.com * Coaching, Training, Keynote Speaking - beyondinfluence.com
