If you don’t stand for something, you will fall for anything.

In a world filled with pride, arrogance, and self-centeredness, author Britt Gusmus had many hard lessons to learn. Lessons that continue every day. When a mirror was placed in front of him that reflected love, purity, honesty, strength, and compassion, he had two choices:
He could turn and run.
He could walk toward that light every day, one step at a time.

He chose to walk toward the light. And he began by asking questions.
Had my upbringing led me astray?
What if I changed my movement patterns based on the essentials to survive?
What if my movement patterns were endless?
What if the source of my strength is rooted in eternal inspiration that satisfies my instincts and human desire?


The Oak Tree Source dares men to find and welcome the light … a light that flows through the Source into their career and in relationships, flipping age old beliefs on the head. Too often, men define themselves by only what they do … by what they’ve accomplished … by the toys they own. Being a man takes work. With the Source as the guide, a generative force and faith emerges bringing purpose to life. Gusmus writes, “Being a man takes work.” Yes it does.

When you swallow truth about yourself and let that truth bring about change and growth, it makes you stronger—not weaker.

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Season 8 Episode 3: Oak Tree Source with Britt Gusmus

John and John dive into a concept similar to BCD. Ask yourself, if your coaching style was an automobile what type would it be and why? Find out why you don't want to be a BMW in this episode.

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Season 8 Episode 5: Don't Be a BMW

Join the classroom as they stay on the theme of cars and shift to talking about the feel of the first time you drove a stick shift. John and John talk about the advantages of getting a feel for your culture on your team or in your organization. 

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Season 8 Episode 6: The Culture Clutch

Welcome to "Never Stop Getting Better," the podcast where we embrace the journey of continuous improvement. I'm your host, John Perry, and I am thrilled to embark on this empowering and transformative exploration with you.

In a world that's constantly evolving, it's easy to feel overwhelmed or stagnant. We often find ourselves yearning for growth, seeking ways to enhance our lives, both personally and professionally. That's where this podcast comes in—to ignite the flame of progress within us and empower us to become the best versions of ourselves.

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Introducing the Never Stop Getting Better Podcast

In this episode, we are in the classroom with Head Football Coach Herbert Davis at Madison-Ridgeland Academy. We discuss building positive relationships with today's student-athlete and how that improves the culture of your team.

Episode 1: Building Relationships with Herbert Davis

In Episode 2 we discuss how the power of having an identity with position groups on your team.

Episode 2: The Power of Identity

In Episode 3, we give you some examples of how to set up your core values and some practical ways you can build your culture around them.

Episode 3: Purpose Through Principles: Creating Core Values

In this episode we meet with MRA Math Teacher, Stephanie Lynch on how she has transformed her classroom from a traditional model into a powerful student-centered learning environment.

Episode 4: Creating Identities In Your Classroom With Stephanie Lynch

In this episode, John Torrey sits down with Head Football Coach Chad Van Kley. He discusses how outlining a team's identity and motto is vital to improving your team's culture.

Episode 5: Outlining a Team Motto & Establishing an Identity with Chad Van Kley

Culture Clips will be a series of mini-podcasts ranging in topics with special guests. We will address and ask hard hitting questions about building, establishing, and maintaining culture within your organization. 

In this episode JT and John dive into motivation and searching for the BEST version of YOU. They examine the acronym M.I.T. - Most Important Task as well as looking through the lens of finding success through internal motivation and daily wins.

Season 5: CULTURE CLIPS: Episode 2: Your Best Self

Welcome to the Culture Classroom, a podcast FOR teachers and coaches, BY teachers and coaches. Listen to top leaders, innovators, and influencers share their stories about how intentional culture elevates performance. Now, Here are your hosts John Weaver and John Torrey. Let's get better together!

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