In this installment of Black Belt Leadership, Dr. John takes us beyond the banner, examining iconic sports dynasties like the Chicago Bulls and Green Bay Packers, exploring what truly sets champions apart—not just the trophies and banners, but the mindset and relentless pursuit of excellence that comes after the win, as well as how to bounce back after a losing season. Discover three powerful life lessons that can help you look beyond your own self-imposed “banners” and prepare for “What’s next?”

The iceberg that doomed the Titanic weighed more than 1.5 million tons. Yet, only a small portion of this massive chunk of ice was visible above the surface. What lies beneath our own lives may be more substantial, more influential, and more impactful than what others can see above the surface. Real growth, self-awareness, and leadership are cultivated below the surface. Get ready to discover the eight elements lurking beneath your own “waterline,” and learn how to embrace the lessons of the iceberg in your own life.

Welcome to another episode of the Black Belt Leadership Podcast where Dr. John takes us a fascinating journey from the ancient art of winemaking and applies it to the modern challenges of personal growth and leadership. Just as you can’t put new wine in an old wineskin, you can’t add new thoughts and ideas to a mind that’s closed, or can you? This is one of the questions Dr. John will answer in this week’s insightful lesson.

Where you plant yourself matters. That’s the topic of this week’s Black Belt Leadership podcast as Dr. John takes us on a nostalgic journey to the fables and parables we heard aschildren, and the powerful life lessons they teach us. One lesson, the Parable of the Sower, teaches a powerful lesson: growth depends on your environment. Whether you’re sowing seeds of personal development or nurturing your own leadership journey, this episode challenges you to examine where you’re planting yourself, who you let into your inner circle, and what might be holding you back.

You’ve heard it said, “Keep your eye on the prize,” but do you truly know what that entails? This episode is all about the indomitable power of vision, faith, and resilience on the journey to success. Dr. John reminds us from his own life lessons and the lessons of others us that reaching our goals isn’t just about working hard — it’s about staying focused on what truly matters, having faith and hope in the journey, and taking bold, intentional steps toward our own destiny.

Who's looking back at you when you look in the mirror? Is it you, or someone else? While we can admire our heroes and learn from mentors, we can never become someone else. The real power lies in embracing your unique self, discovering yourpurpose, and striving every day to be the best version of you. How we do that is the focus of this week's teaching.

In this installment of Black Belt Leadership, Dr. John unpacks how much tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Meta truly know about us from the data they collect, then asks: “How much do you truly know about YOU?” He then shares ten vital questions to guide you on a journey of self-discovery to “Know Thyself.” When you know yourself, your value, and your worth, you’re going to win.

Like cataracts, Opportunity Blindness can limit our field ofvision, preventing us from leveraging the opportunities all around us, often disguised as problems or challenges. What are the symptoms of Opportunity Blindness, and is there a cure? That's the topic of this week's lesson.