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The J Mac Miracle: How One Shot Changed Everything | Jim Johnson

Release Date: 07/25/2025

$400M Success Without Employees | Trevor G. Blake

Winners Find a Way

Trevor G. Blake is living proof that you don’t need hustle, chaos, or a massive team to build extraordinary success. Growing up in a tough Liverpool neighborhood, Trevor refused to accept the limits around him. He joined the Royal Navy, came to the U.S., and went on to build seven companies—exiting for over $400 million, all without a single employee. In this episode, Trent and Trevor dig into the mindset, clarity, and intention that shape success. Trevor breaks down why action beats perfection, how the 5-hour workday unlocks performance, and why the “hub model” helps founders stay...

Holiday Magic, Million-Dollar Mindset | Mitch Allen

Winners Find a Way

WINNERS FIND A WAY, host Trent M. Clark sits down with Mitch Allen — founder of Hire Santa, Shark Tank deal-maker, and serial entrepreneur behind 12 businesses — for a fun, insightful, and deeply practical conversation on turning big ideas into lasting impact. What started as a simple act of Christmas cheer evolved into a thriving enterprise — connecting Santas around the world and spreading holiday joy year-round. But behind the red suit and laughter lies a masterclass in leadership, preparation, and purpose. From building and selling companies to mentoring leaders in the...

Return on Energy | Mike Rose on WINNERS FIND A WAY

Winners Find a Way

In this week’s insightful episode of WINNERS FIND A WAY, host Trent M. Clark sits down with Mike Rose — President of EO Dallas, serial entrepreneur, and author of ROE Powers ROI (Return on Energy) — for a deep dive into the power of energy-driven leadership and how it transforms both people and performance. From his early entrepreneurial days to leading top-performing teams, Mike shares his journey of discovering how clarity, alignment, and purpose create measurable returns — not just on investment, but on energy. Through candid stories and proven frameworks, Trent and Mike unpack what...

Finding the Leader We Need| Dr. Malik Muhammad

Winners Find a Way

In this week’s powerful episode of WINNERS FIND A WAY, host Trent M. Clark sits down with Dr. Malik Muhammad — leadership speaker, author, and founder of — for a deep, heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to be the leader we need in today’s divided world. From the classroom to the boardroom, Malik brings decades of insight as a school founder, international speaker, and author of The Restorative Journey and We Can Save Our Boys of Color. His upcoming book, Being the Leader We Need, explores how leadership begins with humanity, connection, and belonging. Together, Trent and...

The Power of Accountability: Building Winning Teams & Raising the Leadership Bar

Winners Find a Way

In this impactful episode of "Winners Find a Way," host Trent Clark delivers a candid rant packed with personal anecdotes, real-world leadership lessons, and actionable strategies for organizations seeking to deliver excellence and high performance. Broadcasting from the serene lakeside of West Michigan, Trent shares recent frustrations with customer service—from losing his wallet at TSA to awkward coffee shop encounters—and draws powerful parallels between these challenges and organizational leadership. Key themes and topics: Overcoming setbacks: Trent’s personal story of lost items...

Winners Find a Way Tribute: The Life and Legacy of Luis Sharpe

Winners Find a Way

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Luis Sharpe—NFL great, 3x Pro Bowler, and a man on a mission of faith and redemption. 🙏 This Winners Find a Way tribute episode revisits our powerful Super Bowl week conversation in Phoenix. Don’t miss it. 🎧 Listen here:

WFAW WITH BRANT PINVIDIC MEETING BEFORE THE EVENT!

Winners Find a Way

Coach Trent meets again with Brant Pinvidic again in Grand Rapids, MI before his event with the @Entrepreneurs Organization of West Michigan. We break down the trip that Brant took around the world in one year, and the lessons of humanity. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4643596462718976

The Life Switch: Turning Setbacks Into Success with Joel Steele

Winners Find a Way

What does it really take to turn failure into fuel for success? In this episode of Winners Find a Way, host Trent M. Clark sits down with Joel Steele—financial expert, entrepreneur, author, and part-owner of the Grand Rapids Gold (G-League affiliate of the Denver Nuggets). Joel has built businesses, faced failures, and discovered what he calls the “life switch”—a mindset that helps unlock potential and create meaningful change. They dive into: The three P’s that drive success: potential, passion, and purpose How to recognize and act on “life switch” moments Why modeling...

Building Winning Teams with the Bloom Growth Operating System

Winners Find a Way

What does it take to turn a good organization into a championship-level team? In this solo episode, Coach Trent M. Clark—3x MLB World Series Coach, serial entrepreneur, and leadership expert—dives deep into the Bloom Growth Operating System and how it helps leaders build high-performing, winning organizations. Trent shares the eight critical factors every business needs to master to achieve long-term success: 📝 Planning – The power of a clear, one-page plan 👥 People – Recruiting and developing top talent 📈 Sales & Marketing – Driving growth with clarity and...

From Coma to Comeback | Nick Prefontaine on WINNERS FIND A WAY

Winners Find a Way

What happens when a life-changing accident leaves you fighting for survival? In this episode, host Trent M. Clark talks with Nick Prefontaine—who turned a traumatic snowboarding accident and weeks in a coma into the foundation for his life’s mission. Today, Nick is a thriving entrepreneur, real estate investor, and trauma recovery mentor, helping others move forward with his STEP system (Support, Trust, Energy, Persistence). Nick shares his incredible journey of resilience, his family’s path in creative real estate investing, and the mindset shifts that helped him go from victim to...

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In this episode, I’m joined by Coach Jim Johnson—a veteran basketball coach with over 35 years on the bench and a heart for leadership, inclusion, and giving kids their shot.

But what makes Coach Johnson truly unforgettable? One night, one decision, and one incredible performance from a young man named Jason “J Mac” McElwain—a student with autism, team manager turned unexpected hero—changed everything.

This moment didn’t just light up the gym; it caught fire nationwide. From Good Morning America to the White House, J Mac’s 20-point performance in just four minutes (yep—six 3-pointers) became one of the most inspirational sports stories of all time.

We talk about:

The story behind J Mac’s miraculous senior night moment
Why Coach Johnson put him in the game—and what happened next
How that experience changed his leadership style forever
His biggest lessons in trust, pressure, and servant leadership
The importance of seeing what’s possible in others

Coach Johnson also shares the leadership principles that guided his teams to success: model the behaviors you want to see, keep developing yourself, and—above all—build trust.

Whether you're a coach, a leader, or someone who believes in second chances, this episode will hit home.

🎧 Listen in now—this one’s a tearjerker, a motivator, and a masterclass in leadership.

Connect with Coach Jim Johnson:

Website: CoachJimJohnson.com

Twitter: @CoachJimJohnson

Book: A Coach and A Miracle

Follow & Connect with Trent Clark:

💡 Website: Leadershipity.com

🎙️ Winners Find a Way Podcast: https://podcast.winnersfindaway.us/podcast

📩 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trentmclark/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GAwyvYA7OY1L2JOjegX7D

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/winners-find-a-way/id1578413577