Douglas Brackmann

I am Driven Podcast

Douglas Brackmann

  • Episode 35: Scott Thompson

Episode 35: Scott Thompson

Wednesday 2nd March 2022

Scott Thompson discusses balancing relentless drive with inner peace and self-love on the 'I Am Driven Podcast'.
47 minutes
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I am Driven Podcast
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Douglas Brackmann
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Scott Thompson: Balancing Drive and Inner Peace

If you could find something that actually brought you in...to me, that's the beauty when you bring it together. I just hope I live another, you know, 50 years like the new journey.
What happens when relentless ambition meets the need for inner peace? In this episode of the 'I Am Driven Podcast', host Dr. Douglas Brackmann sits down with entrepreneur and investor Scott Thompson to explore this very question. Scott, who grew up in Pennsylvania, has always been a 'pusher'. By 14, he was an Eagle Scout, and by 17, an All-State Wrestler.
He initially aimed for an MBA at Stanford but found his true calling in sales training, which led him to build a staffing company with over 8,000 employees. Scott's journey is a testament to the power of drive, but it also highlights the importance of balance. He shares how his father's lessons on delayed gratification shaped his path and discusses the epiphanies he had when he finally slowed down.
The conversation delves into the contrast between being motivated by personal gain and being driven by love. Scott emphasizes the significance of finding harmony as a driven individual and keeping your priorities in check. Listeners will find Scott's reflections on self-love and contentment particularly enlightening. He talks about how surrounding himself with amazing people transformed his life through love and light.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with their own drive and looking for ways to channel it positively without burning out. Tune in to hear Scott's inspiring story and gain insights into balancing ambition with inner peace.