Episode Details

In this episode of Business Insider Roundtable, host Andrew Jones sits down with Dwayne Morton, a powerhouse author, coach, and podcast host, whose life journey exemplifies resilience, mindset, and purpose. Dwayne shares his story of overcoming immense personal challenges, including surviving a police shooting by inches and living with a misdiagnosed blood disease for 18 years. He discusses how these experiences shaped his mindset, leading him to help others achieve their highest potential.

Dwayne’s message is clear: showing up with intention, presence, and resilience is key to unlocking success. He dives deep into the difference between resilience and stubbornness, teaching listeners how to make intentional decisions and navigate setbacks with a solution-oriented mindset. He also shares his daily approach to success—his “Dwayne’s Daily Plan of Attack,” focusing on gratitude, self-care, movement, and adaptability to guide anyone toward their best self.

Key takeaways from this episode:

• How to cultivate an “athletic mindset” and become the apex predator in your own life
• Why resilience is about responding, not reacting, to life’s challenges
• How surviving a police shooting reshaped Dwayne’s life purpose and gave him a mission to serve others
• Practical strategies for overcoming trauma and building a comeback
• The importance of adaptability and taking action, even when life feels overwhelming

Dwayne also discusses his coaching philosophy, why mindset is everything, and how to make significant strides toward your goals, even when the road is tough.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Resilience vs. Stubbornness: Understanding the difference and how to apply resilience in the face of adversity
• The Importance of Showing Up: How intentionality and presence lead to long-term success
• Dwayne’s Daily Plan of Attack: A holistic approach to achieving daily success through gratitude, self-care, movement, and adaptability
• Surviving Trauma: How to overcome PTSD and survivor’s guilt after life-changing events
• The Power of Purpose: Finding meaning through hardship and using it to fuel future achievements

Don’t miss this episode if you're ready to level up your resilience, mindset, and approach to life. Dwayne Morton’s journey is a powerful reminder that no matter the setback, we can always show up and win.