EP – 192 Your Life Is About Other People

Jim Padilla from Gain The Edge joins us this week to talk about his experience as a grandfather. This is a fantastic conversation as we learn about Jim’s past and how he grew up with less-than-stellar male role models.

We dive right in and learn about Jim’s background and how he never thought he would be a father or a grandfather. Like so many of us, life had other plans, and Jim and his wife are celebrating 30 years together and 25 as husband and wife. They have three fantastic daughters and now six grandchildren.

Jim opens up about being raised in an abusive home and area and being in jail by the time he was 19. We learn how sports, in general, but baseball in particular, helped to save Jim from further trouble. Baseball helped Jim understand how positive leadership works, and community taught him how strong families and tribes are created.

We learn more about how, at age 55, Jim committed to making 2024 his best year ever. It will be the best year regarding his health and fitness, relationships, learning, business success, and relationship with God.

Jim’s company, Gain The Edge, provides sales systems, strategies, and teams to legacy-minded professionals, enabling them to launch their life’s work, grow their businesses, and live out their purpose. Jim and his team go the extra mile for you, your clients, and your leads, focusing on creating a branded, seamless experience that grows sales.

Links

Click on this link to learn more about Gain The Edge: https://www.gaintheedgenow.com/

You can also learn more about Jim using this website: https://jimp360.com/

Here is Jim’s cell phone number. He was generous to share this direct line with him so that he can help you and your team: (+1) 916-587-1946

Here is a link to connect with Jim on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jimpadilla02

You can use this link to follow Jim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaintheedgenow/

If you would like to watch this conversation, you can use this link and view it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/D-t1v_R-4Cc

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