PODCAST SERIES
 
 
The Age of Impulse
 
 
Hosted by John Patterson and Kirkland Tibbels
 
 
 
 
NEW EPISODE
 
 
Self-Help and Empowerment
 
 
The Paradox of Quick Fixes
 
 
The self-help industry offers quick fixes to complex problems, tapping into our desire for control and rapid transformation. While it can inspire and motivate, these shortcuts often keep us stuck in reactive thinking, preventing the deep, deliberate change we truly need. 
 
 
Empowerment isn’t about chasing shortcuts—it’s about committing to the journey of meaningful, deliberate change. This episode explores why we gravitate toward self-help, how it empowers and traps us, and how a more thoughtful approach to personal growth can break the cycle of quick fixes for lasting impact.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
WEEKLY ZOOM SESSIONS
 
 
Knowing and Applying the 13 Steps
 
 
Mondays | 2-3 PM
January 27 - May 12
 
 
 
 
"Knowing and Applying the 13 Steps" is an advanced, immersive program offered by Influential U that equips participants to rigorously apply the Influential U 13-Step Methodology to a vital aim within a specific Condition of Life™. This four-month course, led by co-founder Kirkland Tibbels, combines weekly Zoom sessions, LMS-guided exercises, accountability, and a group dashboard to ensure each participant has clarity, structure, and community support in realizing their aims.
 
 
Throughout the semester, participants will deepen their understanding of 'Activity' and 'Knowing,' two essential conditions that support the achievement of any meaningful aim. Through in-depth exploration, hands-on assignments, and step-by-step guidance, each participant will work on an individualized aim aligned with one Condition of Life™ and learn how to bring that aim to fruition using the complete 13-Step Methodology.
 
 
 
 
In this immersive program, you will:
 
 
 
 
Navigate the 13 Steps: Dive deep into each step of the Influential U 13-Step Methodology to sharpen your approach, align your actions, and achieve clarity on your path forward.
Gain Practical Skills: Weekly Zoom sessions, interactive LMS exercises, and group accountability provide the structure to apply these steps immediately.
Focus on What Matters: Tackle ‘Knowing’ and ‘Activity’ as essential components to realizing your vital aim—building the expertise to make decisive progress within a chosen Condition of Life™.
Engage with Peers: A collaborative dashboard offers you a supportive community, helping you stay on track and share insights with like-minded participants.
 
 
 
 
Commit to a vital aim and achieve it with precision.