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The Purpose Hunter"No Excuses: Finding Purpose and Success with Brian 'The Quadfather' Swift"In this compelling episode, we sit down with Brian P. Swift, JD, renowned as "The Quadfather." Brian is a John Maxwell personal development coach, speaker, best-selling author, and radio personality, whose journey is a testament to resilience and purpose. At the young age of 17, a life-altering football accident left Brian learning to live fully from a wheelchair as a quadriplegic. Yet, through confidence, grit,compassion, and humor, he has transformed his challenges into opportunities.Join us as Brian shares his incredible journey of overcoming adversity to achieve success in both his personal andprofessional life...2025-04-1541 min
The Purpose HunterThe 4 Phases of Retirement: Discovering Purpose with Riley Moynes, Author & TEDx SpeakerDr. Moynes has enjoyed a distinguished career spanning four decades in both public and private sectors.
During a twenty-year career in the public sector, he taught at the elementary, secondary and post-secondary level, served as a Department Head, a Superintendent and finally as Director of Education, where he was responsible for the operation of 10 secondary schools, 40 elementary schools, and a staff of 1,500.
During a subsequent 20-year career in the private sector, he founded one private wealth management company, was a
Partner and Director of another, and a Founding Partner of Assante Wealth Management, a national...2025-01-1641 min
The Purpose HunterFrom Anthem to Inspiration: Wayne Messmer's Journey to PurposeJoin Matt Berrafato, the Purpose Hunter, as he embarks on a captivating conversation with the legendary Wayne Messmer. Dive into the remarkable life of the voice renowned as "Chicago’s Original Voice of the National Anthem." From an unexpected moment at a college hockey game to his iconic performances with the Chicago Blackhawks, Cubs, Wolves, and more, discover how Wayne's ability to seize opportunities sculpted his extraordinary career.
In this heartfelt interview, Wayne shares personal stories of resilience, including his triumphant return after overcoming a life-threatening adversity. His message of hope and forgiveness resonates through his passionate in...2024-12-034h 10
The Purpose HunterLeading with Passion: John Cashman's Transformation from Teacher to Sales Strategy EntrepreneurJoin us on this inspiring episode as we delve into the transformative journey of John Cashman. Growing up in a bustling Irish Catholic family with seven siblings in Morton Grove, Illinois, John and I were classmates at Notre Dame High School in Niles, Illinois.
His initial path led him to Western Illinois University to major in corrections and alternative education with dreams of teaching. However, fate had other plans, guiding him to a master’s degree in business and an illustrious career in sales.
John learned about the importance of strong fami...2024-09-2029 minThe Purpose HunterThe Business of Media and Beyond: Burt Levy's Success Journey from Media to Technology to ConsultingJoin us in this captivating episode as we delve into the remarkable career of Burt Levy, who spent 22 years at the
Chicago Sun-Times newspaper, overseeing the motion pictures category.
Burt worked alongside film critic Roger Ebert and collaborated closely with major studios such as DreamWorks, Paramount, and Warner Bros.
He culminated his media career as the publisher of North Shore Magazine.
Burt shares his profound insights on organizational culture and the invaluable wisdom of long-serving employees.
Transitioning from media...2024-08-2934 min
Emotional Intelligence: Your Greatest Asset and Key to SuccessEmotional Intelligence and The Purpose-Driven LifeI'd love to hear from you!What if the key to a fulfilling life was hidden in the activities that make you lose track of time? Join Matt Berrafato and me as we uncover the transformative power of aligning your gifts, passions, and the people you can serve. From Matt's early days as a hockey goalie inspired by Tony Esposito to his current role as a renowned author and purpose hunter coach, Matt shares his journey and wisdom on how to connect deeply with your purpose. Drawing lessons from Eckhart Tolle's "The Power of Now," we explore...2024-08-0934 minThe Purpose HunterFrom Broken Beginnings to Purposeful Success: Steve Luckenbach on "The Art of Why"In this episode of The Purpose Hunter, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Steve Luckenbach.
From overcoming a challenging upbringing to rising to prominence in sales and professional speaking, Steve's story is a testament to resilience, purpose, and the power of understanding one's "Why".
At the age of 35, Steve found personal fulfillment with the joys of his own family, a milestone he had long aspired to
achieve.
With over 17 years of professional speaking experience, Steve has authored books and captivated audiences with...2024-07-2428 minThe Purpose HunterFrom Small Town Beginnings to Entrepreneurial Success: Kent Jones' Journey to Creating 216 The Net and Empowering Youth Through BasketballIn this episode, we delve into the captivating story of Kent Jones, a devoted family man, accomplished entrepreneur, and enthusiastic basketball coach. Originally from a small town near Lansing, Michigan, Kent shares his experiences of growing up as one of four boys, establishing a loving family, and pursuing a career in banking and mortgage brokerage.
As the visionary behind 216 Creator Studios and the Internet radio station 216 The Net, Kent has made a significant impact in the media industry through his entrepreneurial ventures. Despite his success in business, Kent's true passion lies in coaching basketball and guiding young...2024-06-1226 minThe Purpose HunterLeading with Empathy: Mark Vincent's Journey from Organizational Development Expert to Compassionate Executive AdvisorIn this episode, we explore the profound story of Mark Vincent, a seasoned organizational development expert with over 30 years of experience in guiding organizations and their leadership towards unprecedented growth.
As an executive advisor specializing in succession process consulting, Mark has dedicated his career to helping companies thrive through effective leadership strategies.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Mark's personal journey has been marked by profound loss and resilience. After being married for 32 years, his first wife battled 19 separate occurrences of cancer for 16 years before tragically losing her life to the disease. This
heartbreaking experience has deeply...2024-04-1126 minThe Purpose HunterFrom Construction worker to Real Estate Developer: The Unstoppable Journey of Dru Wischhover - A Tale of Entrepreneurship, Baseball, and Finding Life's PurposeIn this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dru Wischhover, a man who started his journey in the construction trades right out of school.
Dru's entrepreneurial spirit quickly shone through, leading him to establish his own Title Company, which eventually evolved into a successful real estate development/title company.
But Dru's story isn't just about business success. Throughout his journey, a love for baseball remained a constant thread, guiding him towards his life's purpose.
Join us as we delve into Dru's remarkable journey, exploring the intersections of entrepreneurship, personal passion, and the pursuit...2024-03-0824 minThe Purpose HunterUnveiling the Power of Remembering: Discovering Your Purpose with Fred Beuttler the former Deputy Historian of the House of RepresentativesIn this enlightening episode, we're honored to host Fred Beuttler former Deputy Historian of the House of Representatives in Washington, D.C. Join us as we unravel the fascinating career of Fred, a distinguished college professor, and researcher, whose expertise has left an indelible mark on the understanding of our nation's past. In our conversation he challenges you to take an introspective look at your own life that can give you clues as to why you are on this planet, what is your purpose for being?
With a wealth of experience, Fred not only...2024-01-3030 min
TOP5_DefinedTalentTop5 Ways to Find your PurposeToday we are hunting for elephants with The Purpose Hunter, Matthew Berrafato! Joining Tara for an amazing conversation, Matthew showcases his Top5 Ways to Find Your Purpose. Tune in as he asks important questions and answers we should all a ourselves as we find our true purpose.1. Explore your gifts2. What are you passionate about?3. Determine who you can serve with your gifts and your passion4. Legacy - Who taught you your greatest lessons?5. Try a different combination of steps 1, 2 & 3 and don’t stop trying!The Purpose Hunter podcast: https://op...2024-01-2237 min