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"what NOW?"

"what NOW?"

By Clifton Pettyjohn

"what NOW" moments are life moments where circumstances, situations and consequences seem to hypothetically punch us in our face or catch us “off guard”. The impact and our responses to such moments can alter the trajectory of our lives.

During this podcast, SPIRITUAL LEADER, PURPOSE STRATEGIST, AUTHOR, TRANSFORMATION COACH, RADIO HOST and CONVERSATIONALIST Clifton Pettyjohn "Clif" leads the conversation about effectively addressing life's most "difficult" moments.

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"what NOW?"Aug 02, 2020

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Zack Ballinger

Zack Ballinger

ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST: Zack Ballinger is Amazon’s bestselling author of the book, The Hot Seat:  How to Meet the Challenge of a New Era In Job Interviewing Zack Ballinger is a motivational speaker, author, and career consultant. He speaks on topics including career development, job interviewing, passion & purpose, overcoming obstacles, leadership, and sales. For 14 years he’s helped high schools, colleges, non-profit organizations, corporations, and companies reach their true potential and discover purpose & passion. He’s spoken to thousands of students and professionals at conferences, colleges, companies, seminars, and training events. Featured regularly at The University of Tennessee, Zack has also been featured by the Huffington Post, NBC, CBS, Tri-City Times, Morgan County News, Jane Jackson Careers, and several other key outlets. He's a dynamic speaker that can relate to anyone from students to working professionals needing a boost of energy. From the stage Zack brings a passion that is contagious, an energy that’s undeniable, and innovative ideas that work in today’s new complex world. www.zackballinger.com
Aug 02, 202036:12
ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS!

ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS!

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn takes time to thank those who have encouraged and pushed him throughout his life and his journey called purpose.
Jul 29, 202028:51
Jason Holzer

Jason Holzer

ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST: Growing up in Taos, Missouri, Jason was raised in a small town with a loving family that gave him every chance to succeed. His parents were supportive and provided everything this 17-year-old could ever want. That is until his life changed forever on May 8, 2003, when his dad unexpectedly passed away by suicide leaving him, his mother and two younger sisters behind.
Through hard work, dedication, and a strong faith in God, He is now a certified teacher, thought coach, accomplished basketball coach, elite skills trainer, Amazon Best Selling author and transformational storyteller/speaker.
Jul 26, 202045:05
REJECTION OR NAWH Part II.

REJECTION OR NAWH Part II.

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn continues with an interesting yet transformative story from his recent unscheduled visit to his eye specialist.
Jul 19, 202020:00
REJECTION OR NAWH? Part I.

REJECTION OR NAWH? Part I.

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares an interesting yet transformative story from his recent unscheduled visit to his eye specialist.
Jul 19, 202026:09
HOUSE SOLUTIONS NOT GRUDGES!

HOUSE SOLUTIONS NOT GRUDGES!

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses the importance of accepting purpose over the past by encouraging us as problem solvers to choose solutions over grudges.
Jul 12, 202018:44
I TAKE PRIDE IN...

I TAKE PRIDE IN...

As a black gay man I take pride in many things. June has been devoted to celebrating our light, our liberation and the fight for equality and equity for the LBGTQIA+ community. Each of us has a story and should never feel made to shrink back or wish we didn't exist. So to our community I celebrate each of you on today's episode!!!
Jun 28, 202023:31
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY | I THOUGHT THEY WERE BETTER WITHOUT ME (PART 2)

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY | I THOUGHT THEY WERE BETTER WITHOUT ME (PART 2)

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn has a heart to heart with fathers and children around the world. He also honors some of the male role models that paved the way for him. And he honors two young men that hold a special place in his heart.
Jun 23, 202054:42
NO LONGER A HOSTAGE SITUATION!

NO LONGER A HOSTAGE SITUATION!

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discuss the importance of releasing yourself from past experiences and relationships in order to embrace your NOW opportunites.
Jun 21, 202021:21
WHAT IS YOUR NAME?

WHAT IS YOUR NAME?

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares how an encounter with a 2 year old awakened something within him regarding the connection between your name, identity and purpose.
Jun 14, 202016:26
TO MY BROTHER & SISTER IN LAW!

TO MY BROTHER & SISTER IN LAW!

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn celebrates his brother & and sister in law's 14 year anniversary!
Jun 04, 202019:38
BLACK LIVES MATTER | I CAN'T BREATHE

BLACK LIVES MATTER | I CAN'T BREATHE

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses the murder of George Flyod and shares his experience with racism.
Jun 01, 202023:24
M(QUITTER)E

M(QUITTER)E

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn takes a journey back in time to his childhood to address the quitter within himself.
Jun 01, 202023:36
SELF AWARENESS

SELF AWARENESS

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses the importance of self awareness and how becoming more self aware positions us for success.
May 27, 202020:46
homeLESS???

homeLESS???

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares a story about his experiences with homelessness and how those experiences relate to purpose.
May 27, 202023:22
A DOOR? A BRIDGE?

A DOOR? A BRIDGE?

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn poses two questions to everyone: 1. What where you created and called to do? and 2. Who are the people you are called to?
May 18, 202025:34
BE LIKE MIKE?

BE LIKE MIKE?

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares an interesting perspective on owning and sharing your story; parallels it to the "Be Like Mike" campaign from 1992?
May 11, 202022:49
VALUABLE CONVERSATIONS

VALUABLE CONVERSATIONS

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses the value of communicating with those who are connected with purpose.
May 11, 202018:09
HE SAID YES!!!

HE SAID YES!!!

In this episode find out what happened when, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn chose to say yes in one of the most fearful moments of his life? What happened can be defined by one word and that word is PURPOSE!
Apr 16, 202021:51
MY WORST CLIENT!

MY WORST CLIENT!

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares some interesting stories about his experience(s) with his worst or rather most challenging life coaching client.
Apr 16, 202020:10
FREE YOU...BE YOU!!!

FREE YOU...BE YOU!!!

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn urges us listeners to allow ourselves to be free enough to live a life of purpose.
Feb 08, 202019:49
HOW SUPPORTIVE OF YOU ARE YOU?

HOW SUPPORTIVE OF YOU ARE YOU?

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses the importance of (1) supporting your own dreams, aspirations, goals, purpose & vision and (2) As well as supporting yourself with living healthy in all core areas of life.
Feb 02, 202027:15
THE MAMBA MENTALITY | #8 #24 #2

THE MAMBA MENTALITY | #8 #24 #2

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn pays homage to his favorite athelete of all time by dedicating tonight's episode to the mamba mentality.
Feb 01, 202021:53
Perpetual Momentum

Perpetual Momentum

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses the importance of continuing to work on your set goals regardless of the obstacles and challenges before you.
Feb 01, 202019:34
POWER || RESPONSIBILITY || ACCOUNTABILITY

POWER || RESPONSIBILITY || ACCOUNTABILITY

In this episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn planned a conversation that would have been part 2 to the discussion about his biggest regret in life however as in life Clif has learned to go with the flow. In this instance "the flow" led to a coversation about tapping into our God given power in relationship with life & purpose. He also discusses the responsibility and accountability tied to such power.
Jan 26, 202021:39
LOSING YOURSELF IN THE MOMENT!

LOSING YOURSELF IN THE MOMENT!

In this BONUS episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares a conversation that was inspired by Eminem's hit song "Lose Yourself".. This conversation originally aired on Clifton's radio show, TRANS4MATION RADIO.

Jan 25, 202057:52
I THOUGHT THEY WERE BETTER WITHOUT ME IN THEIR LIVES...MY BIGGEST REGRET | Part 1

I THOUGHT THEY WERE BETTER WITHOUT ME IN THEIR LIVES...MY BIGGEST REGRET | Part 1

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn begins a conversation about his biggest regret in life.  

Jan 20, 202020:39
CREATED WITH PURPOSE!

CREATED WITH PURPOSE!

In this BONUS episode, purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares a conversation about PURPOSE! This conversation originally aired on Clifton's radio show, TRANS4MATION RADIO.

Jan 16, 202056:47
YOU ARE GREAT!

YOU ARE GREAT!

In this BONUS episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares a conversation about acknowledging your internal greatness. This conversation originally aired on Clifton's radio show, TRANS4MATION RADIO.

Jan 16, 202059:31
Encouragement to the CREATIVES!

Encouragement to the CREATIVES!

In this BONUS episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares some words of encouragement to ALL CREATIVES!. This conversation originally aired on Clifton's radio show, TRANS4MATION RADIO.

Jan 13, 202001:01:43
PART 2 OF A CONVERSATION WITH DARIUS LAVALE MITCHELL

PART 2 OF A CONVERSATION WITH DARIUS LAVALE MITCHELL

In this BONUS episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares PART II. of a conversation he had with Darius Lavale Mitchell aka "THE ICON KIDD" aka "KIDD"  This conversation originally aired on Clifton's radio show, TRANS4MATION RADIO.


Jan 09, 202001:12:15
PART 1 OF A CONVERSATION WITH DARIUS LAVALE MITCHELL

PART 1 OF A CONVERSATION WITH DARIUS LAVALE MITCHELL

In this BONUS episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares PART II. of a conversation he had with Darius Lavale Mitchell aka "THE ICON KIDD" aka "KIDD"  This conversation originally aired on Clifton's radio show, TRANS4MATION RADIO.

Jan 09, 202001:09:49
I Decided to LIVE!

I Decided to LIVE!

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses how he had to make the discussion to live life to the fullest!
Jan 01, 202017:40
This Day Is NEVER Easy....

This Day Is NEVER Easy....

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares what January 1st means to him and his family.

Jan 01, 202017:59
STOP DISHONORING HONOR...

STOP DISHONORING HONOR...

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses how he had to forgive himself and allow those who desire to honor him for who he is to them...
Jan 01, 202016:54
CELEBRATE YOU!!! YOU ARE WORTH IT!!!

CELEBRATE YOU!!! YOU ARE WORTH IT!!!

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn encourages us to learn the art of celebrating ourselves!
Dec 18, 201916:17
Do You LOVE What You Do?

Do You LOVE What You Do?

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses the power of loving what we do.
Dec 17, 201918:17
Live YOUR TRUTH; Just Make Sure YOUR TRUTH Isn't Laced With Lies About Others!

Live YOUR TRUTH; Just Make Sure YOUR TRUTH Isn't Laced With Lies About Others!

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses the importance of maintaining integrity within "your truth”.
Dec 17, 201918:02
WHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU DO WHAT YOU DO?

WHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU DO WHAT YOU DO?

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses the importance of knowing why we do the things that we do.
Dec 11, 201917:21
FACE FEAR...

FACE FEAR...

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn shares his personal struggles with fear and how he finally developed the "FACE FEAR" mentality.

Dec 11, 201915:32
PERHAPS YOU ARE THE SOLUTION YOU CONTINUE SEARCHING FOR...

PERHAPS YOU ARE THE SOLUTION YOU CONTINUE SEARCHING FOR...

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn presents the thought of the solution(s) we many times seek externally have been housed within us; in hopes to prompt us to connect with the essence of our creation.
Dec 09, 201918:28
WHAT HAVE YOU TRAINED & ARE YOU TRAINING YOURSELF TO BELIEVE ABOUT YOU?

WHAT HAVE YOU TRAINED & ARE YOU TRAINING YOURSELF TO BELIEVE ABOUT YOU?

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn encourage us to evaluate our thoughts and how they have conditioned us to create the world as we view and experience it.
Dec 09, 201918:50
WHY I INTERVIEWED A FORMER ADULT FILM STAR...

WHY I INTERVIEWED A FORMER ADULT FILM STAR...

In this episode, I, Clifton Pettyjohn address a question that has been frequently asked since the airing of a two-part interview with a FORMER star who is an actor & a model and he has one of the most powerful stories of defying the odds.
Dec 07, 201918:07
SO WHAT??? WHY DO YOU CARE???

SO WHAT??? WHY DO YOU CARE???

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn tackles some situations that hold many of us back because we're distracted. He ademently urges us to address why we value those situations more than we value the opportunities currently presented before us.
Dec 06, 201918:05
MY MARRIAGE...MY DIVORCE...Part III. (SOMETIMES YOU JUST HAVE TO LET GO)

MY MARRIAGE...MY DIVORCE...Part III. (SOMETIMES YOU JUST HAVE TO LET GO)

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn discusses his former marriage and divorce for the last time, from the angle of knowing when it's time to let go and free each other to grow!
Dec 06, 201917:52
WHY AM I STILL SINGLE? OR AM I SINGLE?

WHY AM I STILL SINGLE? OR AM I SINGLE?

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn answer the question about his current relationship status. He also discusses situationships and why he feels it's important to build and establish yourself before trying to build and establish something with someone else.
Dec 04, 201917:53
I DON'T CARE WHAT ANYONE THINKS OR SAYS IT'S A PURPOSE MOVE!

I DON'T CARE WHAT ANYONE THINKS OR SAYS IT'S A PURPOSE MOVE!

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn leads a conversation about executing your purpose regardless of who may agree or disagree.
Dec 03, 201917:49
MY MARRIAGE...MY DIVORCE...PART II. (THE AFTERMATH)

MY MARRIAGE...MY DIVORCE...PART II. (THE AFTERMATH)

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn leads a conversation about the reality of transition and the new possibilities and opportunities it presents.
Dec 02, 201918:08
MY MARRIAGE...MY DIVORCE...Part I. (COMING OUT) "Wait You're WHAT???"

MY MARRIAGE...MY DIVORCE...Part I. (COMING OUT) "Wait You're WHAT???"

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn begins a conversation about the events leading up to his marriage. He shares one of the most challenging yet freeing times of his life and how it led to him discovering himself and living a purposeful life.
Dec 01, 201918:05
MASTERING THE ART OF THE SWIFT SHIFT!

MASTERING THE ART OF THE SWIFT SHIFT!

In this episode purpose strategist, author, transformation coach, radio host and spiritual leader Clifton Pettyjohn leads a conversation about learning to handle transitional moments in life that aren't comfortable but yet are beneficial as it relates to our purpose in life.
Nov 27, 201918:06