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21 | Reggie Ford | How to Create Impact by Being Your Authentic Self
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What happens when you achieve everything you thought would bring happiness — and still feel empty?
In this episode of the Going Beyond the Deal Podcast, J. Michael Fischer Jr. sits down with Reggie Ford, a TEDx speaker, bestselling author of Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction, and founder of the Vulnerability Muscle framework. Reggie shares his extraordinary journey from growing up in poverty and chaos to building a successful career in finance, only to realize that money alone couldn’t solve the deepest challenges.
Through raw honesty and powerful insights, Reggie opens up about grief, shame, and the breaking point that led him to redefine his life. He explains how vulnerability became his greatest strength, why storytelling matters, and how he helps others build resilience, self-awareness, and purpose. This conversation is about much more than success; it’s about learning to love yourself, heal from pain, and create impact by being authentic.
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Key takeaways:
- Why money only solves money problems, and what really drives fulfillment
- The importance of checking in with yourself and others to prevent burnout
- How compartmentalizing emotions can help you survive — and why it eventually breaks down
- Why sharing your story can transform shame into connection
- How vulnerability builds stronger relationships and makes you a better leader
- The pervasive belief that “we are not enough”, and how to reframe it
- Practical strategies for gratitude, self-talk, and living with more love and purpose
- And much more…
Guest Bio:
Reggie Ford is a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate. His bestselling book, Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction, is a powerful memoir about trauma, healing, and the journey from pain to peace. As the founder of the Vulnerability Muscle framework, Reggie helps corporate leaders and organizations build emotionally intelligent cultures rooted in trust, resilience, and psychological safety. He is also the host of the Vulnerability Muscle podcast, where leaders and changemakers open up about what it means to lead with heart.
Resources:
Connect with Michael on LinkedIn
Connect with Reggie on LinkedIn
Vulnerability Muscle with Reggie D. Ford Podcast
Reggie’s Book: Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction: Breaking the Curse of Intergenerational Trauma as a Black Man in America
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