“Nobody can be Zig Ziglar on stage, but everyone can be Zig Ziglar off stage.” — Tom Ziglar

Tom Ziglar, CEO of Ziglar Inc., has been immersed in personal development since he was born. As the son of legendary motivational speaker, Zig Ziglar, Tom often traveled with his father from a young age. In this episode—a Takeover Tuesday with Dermot Buffini—Tom shares what it was like growing up as Zig Ziglar’s son, from Zig’s commitment to his faith and his relationship with his wife, Jean, to how the family grieved the loss of Tom’s sister and supported Zig following a brain injury. He also delves into Ziglar Family’s 7 Day Challenge—the free program designed to empower families to thrive. You’ll learn the two lessons learned from grief, how good habits and positivity can become ingrained in your DNA, and Tom’s secret for starting each day with the right mindset. By the end of the episode, you’ll feel inspired to tap into your inner Zig Ziglar each day.

Inspirational quotes from today’s interview:

“When people ask ‘how was it growing up Ziglar?’ I don’t have any comparison.” — Tom Ziglar

“What you feed your mind determines your appetite.” — Zig Ziglar

“God did give Dad protection, but he had ownership of that wall. He had to build it.” — Tom Ziglar

“Dad was never happier than when Mom was with him.” — Tom Ziglar

“When somebody is going through grief, it’s a real process to go through. The best thing you can do is just be there and say nothing.” — Tom Ziglar

“The older dad got, the more of a sense of urgency he had.” — Tom Ziglar

“When you’re going through grief or a struggle, your empathy goes up and your ability to connect with people in a situation like that goes up.” — Tom Ziglar

“Nobody can be Zig Ziglar on stage, but everyone can be Zig Ziglar off stage.” — Tom Ziglar

“Dad’s priority was never his vessel, he didn’t care. What he cared about was putting truth in somebody else’s life.” — Tom Ziglar

“A positive attitude will outperform a negative attitude every time. When you look at the upside and downside of taking the right approach, there is no justification for taking the wrong approach.” — Tom Ziglar

“Plan in advance for how you’ll handle that day before it happens.” — Tom Ziglar

“Your input determines your outlook. Your outlook determines your output and your output determines your outcome.” — Zig Ziglar

“You can have the best systematized business in the world, but if you as the owner aren’t right, you’ll take it down.” — Tom Ziglar

“Never give a promise without a plan.” — Zig Ziglar

Mentioned in the episode:

7 Day Challenge from Ziglar Family Confessions of a Grieving Christian by Zig Ziglar Two Chairs by Bob Beaudine How full is your bucket? by Tom Rath and Donald O. Clifton

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