John Murphy

Venture Management Consultants

Founder + CEO

HQ: Palm Beach, FL

johnjmurphy.org

#Leadership #OperationalExcellence #Mindfulness #Teamwork # Culture

Where is your favorite place to visit in the world and why?

Ireland for the people, culture, heritage, countryside, and pubs

Who do you want to meet? 

The Dalai Lama 

Who did you want to meet and why?

Jesus to listen and learn from

How does your work fulfill you, your purpose in life?

I love helping, teaching, and inspiring people to live a better life

What are you reading right now?

The Tao of Joy

Frequency

The Body Keeps Score

One Minute Wisdom

The Divine Dance

What are you watching?

FUEL courses at www.myfuel.io

What do you do to relax and de-stress?

Meditate, exercise, hike, read, dance, play piano and garden

Do you have any sleep tips?

Meditate, give thanks and let go

When are you most in flow, productive and energized?

Writing, teaching, speaking, creating, dancing, and gardening

Do you meditate or practice mindfulness? If so, how?

Yes, everyday; taoist chants, quick coherence technique, walking meditation

Who taught you how to hustle?

My mother, father, and older brother

Do you exercise? If so, how?
Yes, everyday, alternate weights/lifting, running, swimming, and walking

What communities inspire you? (online and/ or in-person)
Metaphysical spiritual mindfulness teachings; fitness, alternative health and well-being info

Are you more Hustle or more Zen, lately?
Zen 

What would you do if you did not do your existing work/business?
Something creative, help my children and grandchildren with projects

How do you define a good work / life balance, and how important do you think it is?
I think it is essential. And I think the best way to do this is to integrate what you love doing, your purpose and passion, into your work - so that work is play. I also believe it is important to establish priorities, set boundaries, and say no to useless distractions. 

Are you married, in partnership, have kids? How have relationships impacted your balance?

I am single now previously married twice. First, I was married for 26 years, with four children, and now three grandchildren. Second marriage was five years. These relationships have helped me reinforce my center and deepen my spiritual practices.

What’s some advice you would give to new or struggling entrepreneurs/hustlers that seem out of balance?
Clarify your mission in life - why you are here. What is your primary focus and why is this important? How does this help others - besides yourself. Evaluate how you are spending your time. Ask yourself, what can I “delete?” Do not confuse activity with productivity.  

What advice would you tell your younger self?
Keep the faith. Keep believing in yourself. You are destined for great things. Adversity and doubt will present themselves. Take note, learn, adjust, and move on. 

What is one issue you are out to change in the world?
Help people “wake up” and see things differently, more positively - including themselves. Get “Beyond Doubt,” the title of one of my books.

What is your favorite quote, mantra, motto?
Let be, let go, let see, let flow

Your last 2¢

A recent favorite quote comes from Nikola Tesla: “If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration.”

Another favorite is from Albert Einstein: “Everything is energy and that’s all there is to it. Match the frequency of the reality you want, and you cannot help but get that reality. It can be no other way. This is not philosophy. This is physics.”

AUTHOR PROFILE

John J. Murphy is Founder and CEO of Venture Management Consultants (1988). John is the author of 20 books, including the award-winning "Beyond Doubt: Four Steps to Inner Peace," Editor's Choice "Best Inspirational Book of 2010" (Allbooks Review, Toronto). His latest title, "Miracle Minded Manager" is quickly gaining international attention for integrating "A Course in Miracles" into business. His books "Zentrepreneur" and "Sage Leadership" also combine timeless spiritual principles with modern-day challenges. John has trained thousands of people from over 50 countries on topics such as inspiration, leadership, high performance teamwork, personal empowerment, culture change, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. He is also a highly respected speaker and management coach, featured on over 500 radio and television shows. For more information on John, go to www.johnjmurphy.org.

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