185: Author Jordan Tarver On Beating The Odds, Going Viral On TikTok, And Why You Deserve To Do It Too

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After a near brush with death, today’s guest committed himself to lead a life filled with purpose and, perhaps more importantly, to empower others to embark on a similar journey. His aim? To draw from his life experiences and develop easily digestible lessons, clear action steps, and straightforward frameworks to assist you in shaping the life you have always yearned for.
In this episode, we are joined by Jordan Tarver, the author of You Deserve This Sh!t, a self-help book that promises to help you get unstuck, find your path, and become the best version of yourself. Join our conversation to hear Jordan’s inspiring story about the pivotal moment that shifted his perspective on life and purpose, the importance of being intentional, and why journaling is a cornerstone of self-awareness.
We also dive into the meaning behind his book’s title and unpack the entire process of writing, publishing, and marketing it. Furthermore, he elaborates on how he got into keynote speaking, his speaking regiment, and current topics. To hear more from Jordan about pursuing change, why self-awareness is the first step in doing so, and how journaling can help, be sure to tune in now!

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Chapter

1. 185: Author Jordan Tarver On Beating The Odds, Going Viral On TikTok, And Why You Deserve To Do It Too (00:00:00)

2. From Job Desperation to Finding Fulfillment (00:00:03)

3. Reflections on a Life-Changing Car Accident (00:04:28)

4. The Power of Journaling in Self-Discovery (00:16:24)

5. Guided Brainstorming and Finding Fulfillment (00:25:07)

6. Finding Fulfillment and Pursuing Passions (00:34:46)

7. Writing Journey, Self-Publishing, and Book Marketing (00:41:19)

8. Power of Social Media for Book Sales (00:52:01)

9. Finding Purpose and Success Journey (00:59:50)

10. Embracing Change and Starting Small (01:08:09)