The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast CNLP 349 | Bob Goff on Breaking Out of Safe, Dreaming Bigger Than You Think You Can and How to Make a Difference Across the Street
Jun 25, 2020
In this engaging discussion, Bob Goff, a New York Times bestselling author and founder of Love Does, shares his adventurous approach to life and leadership. He emphasizes the power of authenticity, recounting insights from teaching at San Quentin. Bob advocates for small, local actions to make a meaningful difference and encourages stepping out of comfort zones to pursue dreams. He highlights the importance of rest and reflection, urging listeners to identify limiting beliefs. Listeners will leave inspired to dream big and take courageous steps in their lives.
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How Meeting Maria Changed His Path
- Bob met Sweet Maria in law school and pursued her by organizing volunteer work at a camp where he could be near her.
- That early relationship pivoted him from busy law student to camp owner and shaped later life priorities.
The 25‑Year Commute And Mini Airline
- Bob commuted for 25 years by flying to Seattle each morning and home each night to be present with his family.
- To solve logistics, he started a tiny airline so staff could trade flights and he could afford the commute.
Teaching At San Quentin Changed Him
- Bob teaches a class at San Quentin and describes being more the student than the teacher in that setting.
- He recounts a prisoner admitting guilt after 20 years and experiencing deep freedom from that authenticity.
