Escaping the Drift with John Gafford

Welcome to a new episode of Escaping the Drift. In today’s episode, we dive into Paul Daley’s journey. The visionary CEO of educate.io shares stories from his early days at Sunglass Hut to reshaping the education industry, Paul's story is a masterclass in perseverance, innovation, and finding success on your terms. This episode is packed with laughs, wisdom, and actionable insights for anyone look...

Welcome to a new episode of Escaping the Drift. Join us on a journey through the dynamic world of PR and brand building with John Gafford and Ulyses Osuna. Ulyses shares his transformation from college dropout to PR guru along with insights on mastering publicity and leveraging connections. Learn how to set clear goals, build authority, and strategically use PR to propel your business forward, all...

Join us in our new episode with special guest Eisa Emami as we explore the journey of entrepreneurship, stock trading, and the pursuit of success. From childhood scarcity to soaring ambitions, we discuss overcoming obstacles and embracing an abundance mindset. Dive into an insightful conversation and discover the keys to charting your own course toward greatness. Highlights: "For every boss that I...

In this episode of Escaping The Drift, John interviews Alec Burlakoff, the real story behind the movie “Pain Hustlers” Listen as he shares his journey through the pharmaceutical sales industry, from early struggles to ethical dilemmas. Throughout the episode, Alec shares his insights on success, morality, and the pursuit of greatness. His story is one of redemption and transformation after navigat...

Join us for a captivating conversation with Ryan Serhant, renowned for his role on Bravo's Million Dollar Listing and his impactful journey in the real estate industry. From humble beginnings to becoming a leading authority in New York City's real estate market, Ryan shares his inspiring story, offering valuable insights and strategies for success. Delving into the secrets of selling, building per...

Dive into this episode of "Escaping the Drift" with Brittany Michalchuk, the dynamo behind the largest all-female entrepreneurship group in Northern Canada. Brittany, an Instagram wizard and networking guru, shares her unparalleled insights on building a magnetic social media presence and cultivating powerful connections. If you're ready to transform your digital strategy and skyrocket your person...

In this episode, we dive into the life of the remarkable Douglas James, whose journey from the disciplined ranks of the Navy to the uncharted waters of entrepreneurship is nothing short of inspiring. Discover the pivotal moments, from selling candy at school to leveraging AI in business, that shaped his path. Join us as we uncover the secrets behind transforming visions into reality, the power of...

In this episode of "Escaping the Drift," we delve deep into the extraordinary journey of Irina Wynn, a lawyer turned tattoo artist turned airline lawsuit expert. Join us as we explore Irina's unique path, her strategies for success, and the pivotal moments that transformed her career. Discover how Irina's experiences and insights can inspire you to break free from the ordinary and pursue your own...

In this episode of "Escaping the Drift," host John Gafford chats with the one and only Steve Sims, the real-life Wizard of Oz. Known for his best-selling books and exceptional ability to make things happen, Steve shares his unique perspectives on communication, life, and business. Tune in for an engaging and humorous journey as we explore the wisdom of a man who's made a career out of the extraord...

Welcome back to another episode of "Escaping the Drift"! In this episode, host John Gafford talks to close friend Justin Colby about his extraordinary achievements in the real estate industry. Known for his large-scale projects and impressive portfolio, Colby discusses all things real estate, including his comeback from the 2007 financial crisis, where he candidly describes himself as "broke, bust...

In this episode of " Escaping the Drift ," host John Gafford interviews Coach Michael Burt, renowned for his impact on high achievers. Coach Burt shares his journey from being a women's basketball coach to a top competitive intelligence coach, delving into his unique coaching methods, such as developing the person as a whole - body, mind, heart, and spirit. The discussion covers various topics, in...

In this engaging episode of Escaping the Drift, host John Gafford chats with Brad Lea, a versatile entrepreneur renowned for his innovative business strategies. Brad shares his journey from focusing on his training platform, Lightspeed, to succeeding in diverse industries. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships and partnerships for business growth. Brad's philosophy centers around...

In this New Year's episode of Escaping the Drift, host John Gafford shares his foolproof system for setting objectives and creating an actionable plan to achieve them. John explains that most resolutions fail because people lack a clear vision and strategy. He walks listeners through his exact process - starting with writing a compelling vision statement for the future using the present tense. Nex...

In this episode of Escaping the Drift, host John Gafford interviews credit card points expert J.J. Todd. J.J shares the wild story of how he got into credit card points hacking, from leveraging Southwest companion passes in law school to renting over 600 cars in 3 months from Hertz for their United miles promotion. Listeners learn about J.J.'s record of earning over 3.4 million United miles and us...

On this episode of Escaping The Drift, host John Gafford interviews social skills coach Michael Sartain. Michael shares how he went from being an awkward teen to becoming the go-to guy in Las Vegas. He details how he used evolutionary psychology principles like mate choice copying and preselection to build an incredible social network. Michael also talks about his experiences working in the milita...

This week on Escaping the Drift, host John Gafford sits down with UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling. He opens up about growing up in a large family on Long Island and how wrestling helped put him on the path to MMA. Sterling discusses meeting Jon Jones in college and being inspired to start his fighting career. Sterling shares stories from his early amateur and pro fights as he worked hi...

Join John Gafford in this compelling episode of "Escaping the Drift" as he delves into the fascinating story of Shaya Habibi, a determined individual who went from a promising real estate career to an extraordinary life-changing mentorship. Discover the pivotal moments as Shaya shares his relentless pursuit of success, actively seeking a mentor who could guide him to the highest echelons of achiev...

This week on the Escape The Drift Podcast, John is excited to share the incredible story of Nick Daniel, co-founder of the billion-dollar fitness brand V Shred. Nick gets real about his humble beginnings growing up in small town Oklahoma and how a passion for self-improvement led him to become a dating coach at a young age. Listeners will learn how Nick's chance meeting with future business partne...

In this episode of Escaping The Drift, host John Gafford interviews real estate titan Cody Sperber. Cody discusses his past success in real estate education but reveals that underneath his lavish lifestyle, he was deeply unhappy. Through therapy, Cody gained clarity and alignment in his personal and professional life. He now focuses on health, spirituality, and unconditional self-love. This raw an...

Prepare to be inspired as we delve into the incredible journey of our guest, Cole Hatter. A man of resilience and fortitude, Cole's life has been shaped by both adversities and triumphs. From the profound impact of his parents' realtionship to the life-altering accident that derailed his career, Cole’s unique experiences lay a robust groundwork for a stirring conversation. Throughout the episode,...

Ever wondered how a self-made real estate mogul found his path to a billion dollar empire? We're set to gain riveting insights into the life journey of Ari Rastegar, author and real estate entrepreneur. Ari rose from a difficult childhood to become a successful businessman. Ari will share the importance of proximity and the 'bartender strategy' he utilized to meet potential investors early in his...

Description: Picture this: a young girl, passionate about performing, but struggling with academics and self-confidence. That girl is Jen Gottlieb, who went on to become a Broadway performer, appeared on television for 14 years, and is now striving to be the world's leading motivational speaker. From small stages in her living room, to the bright lights of Broadway, and now onto the platforms of p...

"Escaping The Drift: Collaboration with Kevin Griffin" 💬 Did you enjoy this podcast episode? You know listening and not giving us that 5 star rating is like going to a strip club and not tipping, DON'T BE THAT GUY! Description: Our guest today is the incredibly talented Kevin Griffin, the dynamic lead singer of the beloved band 'Better than Ezra,' and now, the author of the insightful new book, '...

Risk with Walter O'Brien Ep 87 💬 Did you enjoy this podcast episode? You know listening and not giving us that 5 star rating is like going to a strip club and not tipping, DON'T BE THAT GUY! In this enlightening episode of Escaping the Drift , John Gafford had the opportunity to sit down with Walter O'Brien, founder and CEO of Scorpion Computer Services, a world-leading think tank for artificial...

It's time for a rebrand! In today's short episode John explains the rebrand of The Power Move to "Escaping the Drift" 💬 Did you enjoy this podcast episode? Tell us all about it in the comment section below! On his podcast, he discusses all sorts of topics, including what made him successful and some of his core tenants for living life and managing successful businesses. ➡️ He is joined by world c...