Today, we're going to be talking a whole lot of....bulls**t.

What you might not realize, though, is that BS could be the very thing that leads to your next breakthrough. At least, that's what my guest, John W. Wright, believes.

A high-school All-American in football, John was recruited by over 60 schools before committing to the University of Illinois. By the time John had finished there, he was the schools' (and the Big 10's) leading receiver, landing at #5 overall in NCAA history.

He spent three years in the NFL before injuries forced him out of the game he loved. He might have taken off the helmet and pads, but he never lost the fire and grit.

A keystone of his leadership style? Empowering others.

Nowadays, John uses his 80 acre estate, Greyfield, as a training center for leaders. One of his secrets is what he calls "positive bulls**t." Today, he's going to unpack that for us, and we'll get into what it takes to build great teams, the role of mentors, and how to have lasting impact.

Affiliate Links: John's Book: Bulls**t: A Good Word and a Vital Part of Leadership The Alchemist: A Fable about following Your Dream Angela Duckworth: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

After 20 years as a financial services professional and completing thousands of financial plans for clients…Ben shares the secrets to building wealth, but more importantly building a fulfilling life.

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