In this raw and real episode of Business Men of Influence, host Tim Holloway sits down with ethical sales coach and mindset disruptor John. What starts off as a hilarious intro quickly dives deep into the gritty truths behind self-sabotage, the hidden cost of success, and the real reason many entrepreneurs stall out just when the breakthrough is near.John shares his wild ride through car sales hazing, MLM flops, and selling $21K pools, only to eventually build a thriving business that’s helping salespeople 9x their income and repair their relationships. But this isn’t just another rags-to-riches story. This is about what really keeps good men stuck: guilt, shame, and the lies we tell ourselves to avoid responsibility.You’ll hear how internal sabotage isn’t failure, it’s your soul crying out for alignment. John unpacks the eight dynamics of life, the trap of chasing status, and how true power starts with serving others (not yourself).5 Takeaways:Self-sabotage often comes from unaddressed guilt or avoidance of responsibility.Your mental and spiritual state directly affects your ability to make money.Confidence isn’t something you wait for, it’s built by doing the hard thing anyway.Sales success is rooted in deep communication, not manipulation.True joy (and results) come when you stop thinking about yourself."You're only as alive as you're expanding, and self-sabotage is just your soul trying to stop you from hurting others."