What if success in life, business, and sports wasn't about chasing quick wins, but about anchoring yourself in vision, faith, and resilience? Too often, leaders and athletes alike search for confidence in the wrong places; chasing trends, relying on surface strategies, or waiting for external validation. But today's guest, Dave Jones , has lived proof that lasting confidence and leadership are built on something far deeper. From professional hockey rinks across Europe to military service in the U.S. Air Force, and now as the founder of one of the world's largest Christian marketing agencies, Dave's journey shows us that true winning starts with mental toughness, faith, and vision. Dave Jones is not your average leader. He brings a rare combination of experiences: professional athlete, military veteran, entrepreneur, and sports psychology coach. In 2001, he founded M is Good , which has grown into an 8-figure Christian marketing agency serving leaders and organizations around the world. At the heart of his work is the R7 Process , a seven-step framework that helps leaders communicate vision with clarity and inspire teams to action. Whether he's consulting a business, coaching an athlete, or speaking on stage, Dave focuses on one mission: to help people unlock their hidden potential and live from purpose. Dave also holds a doctorate in Sport and Performance Psychology and has worked with athletes from the NHL, NFL, and beyond through his Mental Toughness Training system. He knows firsthand that mindset can be the difference between burnout and breakthrough, both in sports and in leadership. In this episode, we dive into the most important lessons from his journey: Faith + Performance: How spiritual alignment creates a foundation for confidence and resilience. Mental Toughness Training: What elite athletes teach us about performing under pressure. Vision Wins: Why clarity of purpose is the ultimate competitive advantage. From Military to Marketing: How discipline and service shaped his approach to leadership and entrepreneurship. Christian Values in Business: How ethics, integrity, and faith can drive not only growth, but lasting impact. Listening to Dave, you'll quickly realize this isn't just theory; it's practical wisdom you can apply right away. If you're a leader , you'll learn how to cast a vision that inspires your team, aligns daily actions with purpose, and drives measurable results. If you're an athlete or high performer , you'll see how mental toughness, resilience, and clarity can transform setbacks into stepping stones. If you're a faith-driven entrepreneur , you'll gain insight into building a thriving business without compromising your values. Imagine approaching your next challenge with the same discipline Dave applied as a professional athlete, the same resilience he learned in the Air Force, and the same clarity of vision that now guides his 8-figure agency. That's what this conversation offers: a roadmap to winning with confidence, purpose, and impact. As Dave says, "Vision isn't just about where you're going—it's about why you're going there. When your vision aligns with your values, confidence follows." Don't miss this powerful conversation with Dave Jones—it's a blend of faith, performance psychology, and business leadership that will challenge and inspire you to see confidence in a whole new light. 👉 Connect with Dave Jones: Facebook: facebook.com/theMisgood LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dave-jones-ed-d-87847312 X (Twitter): x.com/themisgood 📘 Learn more about his book Vision Wins and the R7 Process at misgood.com And if this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to follow the podcast and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; your support helps us share conversations like this with more listeners around the world. 🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here ! ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review —it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others. Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon . Grab your
