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Brad Borkhuis interviews Kim Sawyer about growth, purpose, and redefining wealth through his unconventional life journey.

In this episode of The Greatness Garage , host Brad Borkhuis welcomes longtime coach, entrepreneur, and thought partner Kim Sawyer for a deep, reflective conversation on growth, purpose, and redefining wealth. Kim shares his unconventional journey—from a decade of adventure, to military service, to entrepreneurship, and ultimately to becoming one of the early pioneers of professional coaching. With decades of experience, he reflects on how every chapter of life prepared him for the next, challenging the idea of regret and the familiar "I wish I would have" mindset. Instead, Kim introduces a powerful reframe: everything that happened brought us here, and the real question is, "What's next?" The conversation explores comfort, fear, and timing in business decisions, highlighting how clarity is often the result of action—not a prerequisite. Kim offers practical wisdom for entrepreneurs and leaders who feel stuck, emphasizing the value of community, exploration without drastic leaps, and learning by engaging rather than waiting for certainty. One of the most compelling moments comes when Kim shares a personal surprise: becoming a father at 67. He explains how parenthood profoundly…

People in this episode

Host: Brad Borkhuis

Guest: Kim Sawyer

Topics covered

• growth
• purpose
• redefining wealth
• entrepreneurship
• coaching
• personal transformation

Keywords

• coaching
• entrepreneurship
• wealth
• personal growth
• community
• business decisions
• parenthood

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Organizations: Walk on Wealthier

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