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Chad Sanschagrin | Creating a Life of Abundance

There is a theory that humanity is on the precipice of abundance. But what exactly is abundance? Speaker and author Chad Sanschagrin says that abundance is often confused with things or money. He describes abundance as “more than enough” - love, health, faith, and contribution.

In the full interview, Chad shares his definition of abundance and the most common barriers that prevent people from experiencing abundance. He goes on to talk about how the power of choice is much stronger than an individual’s circumstances. Chad says that the key to creating an abundance mindset is shifting the stories people tell about themselves. Chad shares his definition of “success” and how he recommends people structure success. Using his experience as a distant runner and triathlete, Chad provides guidance around how to build resilience, he gives advice for creating trust, and he shares his thoughts on the mistakes people are making today that the people of 2075 will look back at in disbelief.

Chad Sanschagrin is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and performance coach dedicated to helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential. As the founder of Cannonball Moments, Chad delivers keynotes and workshops focused on leadership, mindset, and personal growth. Drawing from his own experiences of transformation in business and life, Chad equips audiences with actionable strategies to improve performance and create lasting impact. Chad’s mission is simple: help people live and lead with greater purpose, clarity, and confidence. Chad’s book “Keep Telling Yourself: Shift Your Story and Create a Life of Abundance” was released in December 2024.

 

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Meet Your Host, Don MacPherson

 

Don MacPherson is the founder, CEO, and Host of 12 Geniuses

Don MacPherson is host of 12 Geniuses - a podcast for curious and voracious learners. A six-time entrepreneur, Don spent 25 years researching the employee and customer experiences, the attributes of great leadership, and how healthy organizational cultures are created and sustained. Now, Don interviews geniuses from around the world about the trends shaping the way we live and work. From AI to biotechnology, aging to addiction, cybersecurity to privacy, and climate change to space travel, Don uses these insights to help business leaders better understand what these trends are, how they are positioned to disrupt companies and industries, and how new value can be created for those willing to make the necessary changes.

An avid traveler and volunteer, Don has visited every corner of the world and been a Big Brother mentor for more than 20 years. He is the former executive director Think2Perform Research Institute where he helped to create the organization’s Future Leaders Academy. Don is a board member of Leadership Garden, an organization that helps young people develop the life skills needed to make a positive difference in their community. In October 2024, Don co-founded Home at Home - an organization that enables seniors to age gracefully, safely, and vibrantly in the comfort of their own homes.