Finding Better Podcast
At Finding Better, John Suzuki’s mission is simple: To help people build the “better” they seek in life—personally and professionally—by sharing the real-life stories of you who have been there and done that. John’s approach is grounded in the belief that lived experience is the most powerful teacher. Sometimes, the best path to success isn’t to invent it—it’s to observe it, learn from it, and honor those who’ve walked it before you. That’s what makes Finding Better different. Every conversation is rooted in authenticity, not ego. By sharing your story with purpose and heart, you’re not just “selling yourself”— You’re giving someone else the roadmap they didn’t know they needed. John believes we each live three careers: 1. To Learn – in school 2. To Earn – a living 3. To Return – by giving back Now living his “third career,” John’s mission is to help others live better, more meaningful lives—and to bring a little more heart back into the world.
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Friday Feb 02, 2024
Friday Feb 02, 2024
Welcome to 'Finding Better Money - Part 2,' where we continue the quest for innovative and effective ways to boost your income. Uncover valuable insights, empowering ideas, and actionable steps to enhance your earning potential. Whether you're looking for side hustles, investment opportunities, or unconventional paths to financial growth, this video is your guide to unlocking a brighter financial future.
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Join us on a journey to transform the stress of road rage into moments of understanding and appreciation. Gain practical insights drawn from real-life experiences, and discover the one thing you can do to diffuse road rage that fosters a more mindful approach and a more peaceful journey every time you drive. 🚗✨
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
In this moving journey, we reflect on the interconnectedness that binds us as a global family. Through moments of gratitude, we celebrate the threads of kindness, compassion, and appreciation that weave us together and inspire a ripple of positivity. Discover the power of acknowledging our shared humanity and fostering a world where gratitude unites us all. ✨
Saturday Jan 20, 2024
Saturday Jan 20, 2024
Unlock the secrets to financial abundance with our video, "Finding Better Money." 💰✨ Discover the pathways to financial growth and make informed choices that can transform your relationship with money. Your journey to financial empowerment starts here!
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
John Suzuki shares the stunning and inspiring true story of his book, American Grit, when American men incarcerated by the U.S. Army in concentration camps solely because of their race, chose to fight and die for the U.S. Army, and became among the most decorated soldiers in the history of the United States. It is a powerful case study of choosing self-empowerment over victimhood, and the ultimate story of finding better after having lost everything. Love. Empowerment. Courage. Resilience. It’s all there.
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Find better now as John Suzuki shares how he has learned to easily transform his living moments from bad to good on demand. It’s all about the magic of focus and using your power to choose what you focus on in any situation, good or bad. Where goals can set the roadmap to your chosen destination, your power of focus can unlock the joy in your journey! BONUS: John wrote a poem for you. Enjoy!
Monday Jan 08, 2024
Monday Jan 08, 2024
Embark on a transformative journey with us as we explore the enchanting world of setting and achieving goals. In this episode, John Suzuki will unravel the secrets behind turning aspirations into reality. Join us as we delve into the strategies, mindset shifts, and inspiring stories that illuminate the path to success. Discover the power of intention, visualization, and perseverance, and learn how to conjure the magic within to manifest your dreams. Whether you're a seasoned goal-setter or just beginning your journey, "The Magic of Goals" is your go-to source for motivation, practical tips, and thought-provoking conversations. Tune in and let the magic unfold as we guide you on a quest to unlock your full potential and achieve the extraordinary.
Friday Jan 05, 2024
Friday Jan 05, 2024
In this episode, join me in Hawaii as I share pivotal moments of scary choices and self discovery that shaped who I am today and led to better life outcomes. What to Expect in this Episode: Insights and inspiration to choose what’s best for you and your family when you feel like you have no choice.
John believes we all have three careers; first to learn and go to school, second to earn and make a living, and third to return and give back. Now in his third career of giving back, John’s mission is to make the world better by inspiring people to live with less fear and divisiveness and bring a little more love into the world. While going to school, John started his earning career selling butter toffee peanuts for the YMCA when he was ten, and then worked on a bait barge in Redondo Beach selling live anchovies when he was twelve (his favorite job ever). John has faithfully served his customers throughout his life ranging from neighborhood families to multi-billion-dollar global enterprises, always offering his utmost care and warm smile. Throughout his professional career, John held leadership and executive sales roles in IBM, Sun Microsystems, Escapia, Vrbo and Expedia Group, where he served as Global Evangelist and Ombudsman, presenting the latest business and technology trends and opportunities for vacation rental partners in Europe and North America.
HONORING THE PAST BY EDUCATING THE FUTURE
American Grit - From a Japanese American Concentration Camp Rises an American War Hero, is the incredible true story about the dark chapter in our history when 122,000 innocent people including 50,000 American children were incarcerated in American concentration camps during World War II solely because of their race, and the thousands of brave young men who volunteered to fight for the United States Army while their families remained imprisoned in the camps by the United States Army. In 2008 the author, John Suzuki, embarked on a poignant journey to Minidoka, one of the ten former U.S. concentration camps that housed over 13,000 inmates. Here, he encountered a remarkable testament of bravery — an Honor Roll listing the names of over 1,000 Japanese American men who volunteered to fight and die for the U.S. Army, the same Army who put them and their families in the camps to begin with. Inspired by this unparalleled act of courage, John set out to tell the story of Shiro Kashino, an American who was incarcerated at Minidoka, volunteered to fight for the U.S. Army to prove his loyalty, and later emerged as one of the most decorated American soldiers of World War II. Despite learning of Kashino's death in 1997, the author remained undeterred and, with the help of Kashino’s beloved widow, Louise, weaved a tale of hardship, sacrifice, and love. While American Grit tells the story of Shiro Kashino, it is also a stark reminder of ruinous hardships endured by over 122,000 victims of American concentration camps while celebrating their gallantry, heroism and grit during and after World War II as they stayed true to their dreams of a better life in America. As the author delves into this profound and transformative journey, he invites readers to reflect on the importance of learning from our history to shape a better future. The book is a tribute to Shiro, Louise, and all the heroes of the era whose stories of courage and resilience inspire us to honor the past by educating the future.