Description

In this episode, John Morris interviews Brian P Swift, JD, a motivational speaker, author, and founder of SOAR (Swift Outdoor Accessible Recreation), a nonprofit dedicated to providing outdoor experiences and recreational equipment to individuals with disabilities. Brian shares his journey from overcoming a life-changing injury to thriving in the corporate world and finding his true purpose in helping others. Highlights include discussing the importance of core values, non-negotiables, mindset, and how perfect practice makes perfect. Brian also emphasizes the importance of mental health, the power of the mind, and his philosophy of never losing but always learning. This episode is a powerful reminder of the impact of perseverance, purpose, and leadership.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Resilience is a Choice: Brian’s journey from a life-altering spinal injury at 17 to a successful career and nonprofit founder shows that resilience isn’t just about survival—it's about choosing to thrive despite adversity.
• Mindset is Everything: Emphasizing the power of the mind, Brian believes that adopting a growth mindset—where setbacks are seen as lessons, not losses—is crucial to personal and professional success.
• "Perfect Practice Makes Perfect": It’s not just about doing something repeatedly—it’s about doing it intentionally and with purpose. This principle helped Brian push past limitations and make meaningful progress.
• Service Over Self: Through SOAR, Brian illustrates how servant leadership and helping others—especially those with disabilities—can be a powerful source of fulfillment and legacy.
• Mental Health is Vital: Brian highlights the importance of maintaining mental health and how mindset plays a central role in overcoming both visible and invisible challenges.
• Small Actions, Big Impact: Incremental progress and small, consistent efforts can lead to transformational outcomes. Brian’s story is proof that even the toughest challenges can be met one step at a time.
• "Never Lose, Always Learn" Philosophy: Every experience—good or bad—offers a lesson. Brian’s perspective encourages listeners to see failures as fuel for growth rather than reasons to stop.

QUOTES

• "It’s not about becoming physically unparalyzed. It’s about breaking the mental handcuffs—becoming mentally unparalleled."
• "Mental paralysis stops more people from starting, thriving, and finding purpose than any physical challenge ever could."
• "Never stop learning. Even when I’m speaking, I’m listening and learning."
• "You don’t need a million dollars to thrive. You need purpose and significance."
• "If you’re craving significance, it’s because you’ve already had success. Now it’s time to be remembered for how much you gave back."
• "Nobody’s going to talk about how many copy machines you sold at your eulogy—they’ll talk about how you made people feel and how you changed lives."
• "The outdoors isn’t just a place—it’s freedom. And we unlock that for people who’ve been told they can’t."

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Timecodes

00:58 Welcome to the Get Shit Done Experience
01:28 Introducing Brian P Swift: Author and Inspiration
05:23 Overcoming Adversity: Brian's Journey to Recovery
09:47 The Power of Family Support
13:12 Pushing Boundaries: From Rehab to Real Life
14:09 The Role of Faith and Determination
17:24 Achieving the Impossible: Brian's Accomplishments
32:55 Servant Leadership and Personal Growth
35:13 Discovering Core Values
37:03 Turning Negativity into Positivity
37:25 The Power of Mindset
47:04 Teaching Life Skills to the Next Generation
01:10:04 Effective Sales Leadership
01:15:11 Sales Team Dynamics and Performance
01:17:34 Perfect Practice Makes Perfect
01:18:47 Mental Resilience and Overcoming Challenges
01:19:48 The Importance of Mental Health Awareness
01:25:01 Introducing SOAR: Swift Outdoor Accessible Recreation
01:26:07 The Benefits of Outdoor Work Environments
01:31:56 Challenges with Insurance for People with Disabilities
01:39:03 Fundraising and Community Support for SOAR
01:47:26 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Projects