What does it really take to lead with vision in a world overflowing with distractions? In this episode of Seek Go Create, host Tim Winders sits down with Dr. Dave Jones—former pro hockey player, elite performance coach, sport psychologist, and founder of M is Good—to explore the link between mental toughness, authentic identity, and purposeful leadership. Discover how the R7 Vision Framework can help you find clarity, build resilience, and align your mission with lasting impact. Whether you’re an athlete, leader, or anyone hungry for deeper purpose, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to plan, act, and truly win where it matters most.
"Plan to win: when you start writing stuff down and thinking about things, it just speaks to you."
— Dr. Dave Jones
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About Our Guest:
Dr. Dave Jones is a renowned coach and consultant specializing in mental performance for elite athletes, executives, and ministry leaders. With a doctorate in sport and performance psychology, Dr. Jones draws on his experience as a former professional hockey player in Europe and his extensive career coaching high achievers. He is the founder of M is Good, a marketing agency focused on Kingdom Purpose, creator of the R7 Vision Framework for mission-driven leadership, and author of "Vision Wins: Seven Strategies for Mental Toughness in Life and Sports." Dr. Jones is also the host of the R7 Podcast, where he equips leaders to align vision with eternal impact and excel in spiritual and mental disciplines.
Reasons to Listen:
- Discover the R7 Vision Framework: Dr. Dave Jones breaks down his unique model for aligning leadership, mission, and faith—a strategy he’s refined through working with elite athletes, executives, and ministries.
- Real Talk on Mental Toughness: Hear why mental toughness isn’t just for athletes, and learn actionable ways to plan for success in both business and life—even when pressure and setbacks hit.
- Identity Beyond Achievement: Explore powerful, personal stories about winning, loss, and finding lasting identity, as Dr. Jones explains the difference between chasing external success and living out purpose with Kingdom impact.
Episode Resources & Action Steps:
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
- Vision Wins: Seven Strategies for Mental Toughness in Life and Sports – Book by Dr. Dave Jones, mentioned and discussed throughout the episode. Available on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited.
- M is Good – Dr. Dave Jones’ marketing agency focused on Kingdom Purpose. Website: misgood.com
- R7 Podcast – Hosted by Dr. Dave Jones, where he shares more about leadership, vision, and performance.
Action Steps for Listeners:
- Evaluate Your Identity: Reflect on where you’re placing your identity—is it in achievements, titles, or material things, or is it grounded in something deeper? Consider journaling about who you are beyond what you do.
- Plan to Win: Take Dr. Dave’s advice—start writing down your goals and plans, even if they aren’t perfect. “If you don’t have a plan, you’re planning to lose.” Creating a vision for your life or work, and focusing on the process over the outcome, helps build mental toughness.
- Assess Your Mental Toughness: Honestly ask yourself if you perform well under pressure. If not, explore resources like Dr. Dave’s book or...