Episode 132 - John Follis: Failure as Fuel - Using Setbacks to Build Unstoppable Momentum
Release Date: 01/16/2025
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info_outlineJohn Follis explores the transformative power of stepping out of comfort zones, sharing how overcoming shyness and navigating career setbacks fueled his business success. He highlights how resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to growth can drive both personal and professional achievements.
Key Takeaways:
- Setbacks can be powerful motivators when approached with the right mindset.
- Using rejection or failure as a motivator can build resilience and drive ambition.
- Lifelong learning is critical to staying ahead in any industry.
Resources:
In 4 years John Follis went from being out of work to being honored at The White House. In the 90s, the Madison Avenue ad agency that he co-founded became one of the most awarded in the country and his successful ad work has been covered by The New York Times, USA Today, Forbes, The Wall St Journal, CNBC, and a Prentice-Hall marketing textbook. John’s White House invite was the result of his ground-breaking national TV campaign addressing Child Abuse.
As a result of his achievements, John’s been invited to address dozens of organizations including The World Business Academy and The Yale Entrepreneurial Institute.
But, despite his success, his career did not start out well. In his first 8 years he was fired 4 times. How he overcame that to achieve his remarkable success is one of the things he’ll be sharing today.
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