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June 3, 2025 38 mins

John Olinger on Worthy Wins, Strategic Living & Investing in What Matters Most

In this episode of Wealth Beyond Riches, Tim sits down with John Olinger, author of Worthy Wins, to explore how to live a story that actually matters.

From his time at Nike to his work coaching leaders and writing his book, John has seen the difference between chasing success and pursuing significance. He unpacks what it means to win in a way that aligns with your values—and why relationships, not resumes, are the true measure of a meaningful life.

Together, they dive into:

  • The four pillars of a meaningful story

  • Why your calendar is the clearest reflection of what you value

  • How to identify your most important relationships

  • And how to stop drifting and start living with deep intentionality

This conversation is a blueprint for anyone ready to turn goals into something greater: a legacy of purpose.


🔹 What You’ll Learn:

  • How to redefine “winning” through the lens of worth and wisdom

  • What John learned at Nike—and what he left behind

  • How to apply strategic planning to your personal life

  • Why deep relationships require intentional investment

  • How to align your energy with what truly matters

🎧 Tune in now and discover how to build a life of worthy wins.

(00:00) The Reality of Life's Shortness
(00:27) Introduction to Wealth Beyond Riches
(01:20) John Olinger's Journey to Nike
(05:54) The Clearness Committee and Career Choices
(09:29) The Birth of the Book and Newsletter
(16:20) Writing Journey and Book Release
(20:00) John's Surprising Coffee Shop Confession
(20:50) The Impact of a Thoughtful Gift
(21:54
Mark as Played

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