In this powerful conversation, I sit down with entrepreneur and business coach John Prather to talk about identity, faith, entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to build a meaningful life.John shares his journey from college football player to entrepreneur, the internal battle with people-pleasing and imposter syndrome, and how discovering his identity in Christ changed the direction of his life and business.We dive into topics like:- Why many entrepreneurs chase success but still feel empty- The pressure of performance culture (especially for athletes and men)- Faith and business: should they be separated?- Why content creation and personal branding are essential in the AI era- The power of mentors, mindset, and purposeJohn also shares practical advice for creators and entrepreneurs on how to start building a personal brand and monetize content using AI tools.If you've ever struggled with identity, purpose, or figuring out how to turn your passion into impact—this conversation is for youCHAPTERS:00:00 Purpose Over Performance00:38 Beyond Highlight Reels00:58 Introvert Behind Business01:58 Dropping the Armor04:16 Sports to Entrepreneurship06:27 People Pleasing Roots07:45 Let Go and Let God09:05 Burnout Sparks Change10:07 Chasing Success Cycle12:33 Defining Identity Purpose15:16 Mentors Call It Out16:59 Coaching Through Impact20:05 Athlete Transition Mindset22:23 Faith Enters the Story23:09 Business Control Surrender24:02 Serving Others Through Faith25:14 Faith and Marketplace Divide28:41 Boldness Without Cancel Fear31:22 Coaching Who He Helps32:42 Start Posting Content36:35 AI for Leads and Nurture39:48 Where to Find John40:27 Legacy Freedom Impact Empower42:41 Final Thanks and Sendoff🔗 Connect with John PratherPlug & Profit: The Free Guide to Starting Your Automated Online Business: https://bit.ly/plugprofitguideContained within this guide you’ll discover why now is the best time to start your automated online business, how to leverage simple digital tools, and the key steps to create a steady income that works for you—no experience needed.Website: johnprather1.comSocials: https://linktr.ee/johnprather_1 (@johnprather_1 on all platforms)WHO AM IHey, I'm Red Wallace, a former rapper(10 year career) current drummer turned personal development coach. Through podcast(mostly on YouTube) and 1on1/group coaching, I provide guidance to help you chisel away the parts that aren’t you revealing your true identity, empowering you to live your God given purpose!

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