Purpose NIL

Purpose NIL is where personal branding meets impact. We help you define your Purpose as your NIL—your Name, Image, and Likeness—and show you how to align it with business opportunities that matter. Monetize Your Purpose NIL. Watch how Purpose NIL transforms the life of University of Oklahoma football player John Locke—showing how aligning purpose with identity can inspire your own journey. Whether you’re a student-athlete, CEO, celebrity, or creative entrepreneur, you’re already monetizing your identity. Now, let’s make sure it’s aligned with your deeper purpose.

Episodes

Apr 23, 2026

25 min

Purpose NIL; Childhood Dreams to CEO Blueprint
SHOW NOTES:
What if the key to elite performance—on the field and in business—starts with a single moment of inspiration?
In this episode of Purpose NIL, host James M. Rink sits down with University of Oklahoma tight end John Locke to explore how purpose, values, and discipline shape not just athletes—but future business leaders.
From a third-grade dream sparked by family legacy and a moment with a college quarterback… to building a purpose-driven NIL brand today—John’s journey reveals a powerful truth:
👉 Purpose isn’t discovered overnight. It’s built through moments, values, and intentional action.
🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why purpose starts with feeling—not strategy
How early life moments shape lifelong ambition and identity
The formula for purpose: Feelings + Actions + People = Direction
Why values are the “protection system” for your purpose
How discipline, accountability, and vision translate into real-world success
What CEOs can learn about developing purpose-driven talent
Why emotional intelligence to artificial intelligence in leadership
How to align your personal brand (NIL) with long-term career success
💡 Key Takeaway for Leaders:
Purpose-driven individuals don’t just perform—they inspire, align, and multiply results.
Whether you're leading a company, a team, or your own career:When purpose and values align, performance becomes sustainable.
🧠 Standout Quote from the Episode:
“You never accomplish anything big if it doesn’t first start with a dream.” 
🚀 Who This Episode Is For:
CEOs & business leaders developing young talent
Sales leaders building high-performance cultures
Athletes & entrepreneurs building their personal brand
Anyone seeking clarity, direction, and purpose-driven growth
🔗 Take Action:
If this episode resonates, take the next step:
👉 Discover your purpose: PurposeOfYou.com👉 Follow for more: @JamesMRink👉 Subscribe for more Purpose NIL stories
PNIL 031

Apr 23, 2026

25 min

Apr 15, 2026

25 min

Purpose NIL; Why Purpose is the Ultimate Competitive Advantage
 
In this episode of Purpose NIL, host James M. Rink sits down with University of Oklahoma tight end John Locke to explore how living with purpose transforms performance—on the field, in business, and in life.
Fresh off the Crimson Combine, John shares powerful, real-life moments of what it looks like to live your purpose in action. From inspiring young fans on the field to reflecting on the sacrifices of his family, this episode reveals how purpose creates deeper fulfillment, stronger relationships, and a true competitive edge.
You’ll discover:
How defining your purpose impacts your NIL (Name, Image & Likeness) and future opportunities
Why purpose-driven athletes connect more deeply with fans
The emotional moment that reminded John why he plays the game
How intentional acts of purpose create lasting impact
Why feelings—not just data—are your greatest advantage in the age of AI
This episode is for athletes, CEOs, leaders, and anyone who wants to align their purpose with performance.
💡 Purpose isn’t a slogan. It’s your competitive advantage.
🚀 Call to Action
Discover your purpose and transform your life and business:👉 PurposeOfYou.com
🔑 Suggested Tags (SEO Boost)
purpose in business, NIL athletes, personal development, leadership, athlete branding, purpose driven life, emotional intelligence, AI leadership, college football, Oklahoma Sooners, success mindset, performance strategy
 
PNIL 030

Apr 15, 2026

25 min

Apr 8, 2026

25 min

Purpose NIL; Build Your Purpose, Lead with Impact
Show Notes
Title:Building Purpose That Scales Across Life, Business, and Leadership
Episode Summary:In this episode of Purpose NIL, we take a major step forward—moving from discovery to definition and execution of purpose.
Host James M. Rink and University of Oklahoma tight end John Locke walk through one of the most powerful stages of the Purpose of You framework: writing and refining a personal purpose statement.
This conversation goes far beyond sports.
It’s about how purpose becomes:
Your brand (NIL)
Your career strategy
Your leadership foundation
And ultimately, your legacy
🔑 What You’ll Learn
Purpose = Feelings + Actions + People
John refines his purpose using:
Core Feelings: love, grateful, invest, passion, inspire
Core Actions: achieve, dream, exceed, lead, practice
People: children, families, leaders, men
👉 This formula becomes a repeatable leadership framework for business and life.
From Draft to Direction
John shares three evolving purpose statements:
Inspire children to dream big
Invest in families to achieve their purpose
Lead with passion to exceed expectations and inspire leaders
💡 Key Insight:Purpose isn’t written once—it’s refined through living it.
Purpose Scales Across Every Arena
This episode shows how purpose translates into:
🏈 Performance on the field
💼 Future career in finance & wealth management
👨‍👩‍👧 Family leadership and fatherhood
📱 Personal brand and social media influence
👉 For CEOs: This is portable leadership clarity
NIL = Your Real-World Brand
Whether you’re an athlete or executive:
Your resume = NIL
Your reputation = NIL
Your leadership presence = NIL
Your purpose is what gives it value.
The Leadership Advantage in the AI Era
AI brings data and scale
Humans bring meaning and feeling
💡 Winning leaders:
Lead with emotional intelligence + purpose clarity
Purpose as a Daily Operating System
John identifies the need for:
A daily purpose plan
A way to stay grounded in chaos
Consistency in identity across environments
👉 For leaders: This is how you create alignment at scale
🔥 Key Takeaways for CEOs & Business Leaders
Purpose is not inspiration—it’s a performance system
Alignment creates:
Higher engagement
Better retention
Stronger leadership pipelines
Your people don’t need more strategy👉 They need clarity of purpose
🎯 Power Quote from This Episode
“Purpose isn’t just what you do. It’s who you become—and how you lead others to do the same.”
🚀 Call to Action
If you’re leading a team, a company, or your own career:
👉 Discover your purpose and build your leadership advantageVisit: PurposeofYou.com
 

Apr 8, 2026

25 min

Mar 25, 2026

25 min

Purpose NIL; From NIL to CEO
📺 Show Notes
Build Your NIL Brand with Purpose
In this episode of Purpose NIL, host James M. Rink continues his deep-dive coaching series with John Locke, revealing how purpose transforms not just performance—but identity, leadership, and long-term success.
This episode moves beyond why purpose matters and into how to build it—step-by-step.
🔑 Episode Theme: Purpose Drives Performance
Whether you're a CEO developing young talent or an athlete building your NIL brand, the principle is the same:
Your purpose becomes your competitive advantage when it is clearly defined and consistently lived.
🧠 What You’ll Learn
The Purpose Formula That Builds Brands
Purpose isn’t abstract—it’s structured:
Feelings + Actions + People = Purpose
John continues refining his purpose by identifying:
Core feelings (love, passion, inspire, secure, grateful)
Core actions (achieve, dream, exceed, lead, practice)
This combination becomes the foundation of his NIL brand and future career.
Turning Passion Into Performance
John shares how his core feelings show up on the field:
Playing with passion fuels team energy
Investing in teammates builds trust
Creating security as a blocker supports team success
This creates what James calls a “Purpose Flywheel”—where what you feel internally is experienced externally by others.
From Athlete to Future Leader
John connects his purpose to life beyond football:
Finance major (economics undergrad, pursuing master’s in finance)
Internship with Allen & Company
Career goal: wealth management
His insight:
“The same feelings I live in football—passion and investment—will drive my success in business.”
How Purpose Builds an Authentic NIL Brand
Your NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) isn’t just visibility—it’s reputation.
John is learning to:
Align his story + purpose + performance
Use personal experiences (like traveling with Southwest Airlines) to connect with brands
Build partnerships rooted in shared purpose, not just exposure
Why Purpose Matters More in the Age of AI
As AI reshapes business and sports:
AI can analyze data
AI can automate action
But AI cannot feel
👉 Human advantage = Emotional intelligence + Purpose
Leaders who win will:
Lead with feeling and intention
Use AI as an amplifier, not a replacement
Mental Resilience in a High-Pressure World
John openly shares:
Stress and pressure as a student-athlete
The internal drive to live a bigger, purpose-driven life
Key takeaway:
Purpose helps you rise above chaos and stay grounded in clarity.
💡 Key Takeaways for CEOs & Leaders of Young Talent
High performers already have drive—they need direction
Purpose clarity improves:
Engagement
Retention
Leadership development
Young talent (especially Gen Z) is purpose-first, not paycheck-first
Purpose-aligned individuals naturally:
Lead
Inspire
Build trust
🔥 Quote Worth Sharing
“Purpose isn’t a slogan. It’s how you win—on purpose.”
🚀 Call to Action
If you’re a leader, athlete, or entrepreneur ready to:
Clarify your purpose
Build a powerful personal brand
Align performance with meaning
👉 Visit PurposeOfYou.com for:
Free purpose assessment
Coaching & masterclass options
 
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Mar 25, 2026

25 min

Mar 18, 2026

25 min

Purpose NIL; Purpose Drives Performance That Wins!
Show Notes
Purpose Creates Results
If you’re a CEO, founder, or leader developing young talent, this episode answers a critical question:
How do you drive measurable results and build people who stay, grow, and lead?
In this episode of Purpose NIL, James M. Rink breaks down a simple but powerful truth:Purpose isn’t inspiration—it’s a performance strategy.
You’ll hear two real-world stories that prove it:
🔹 Story 1: DuBose Ratchford — The Entrepreneur Inside Your Organization
How a high-potential employee transformed her career without changing companies
Why alignment—not talent—is the missing link in performance
How purpose-driven leadership increases:
Trust
Transparency
Adaptability
A powerful insight for CEOs:Your best people don’t need new jobs—they need alignment
Key Takeaway:When employees align personal purpose with company mission, engagement rises and results follow.
🔹 Story 2: John Locke (University of Oklahoma Football) — Purpose Builds Future Leaders
How a student-athlete uses purpose to guide:
Discipline
Teamwork
Performance under pressure
Turning core feelings into action using the Purpose Formula:Feelings + Action + People = Purpose
Building a personal brand (NIL) while preparing for a career in wealth management
Key Takeaway:Purpose isn’t age-dependent. The best young talent is already using it to lead, perform, and build their future.
🔹 For CEOs: Why This Matters Now
You are competing for:
Talent
Trust
Customers
Clarity in the age of AI
Your advantage?AI doesn’t have feelings. Your people do.
Feelings build trust
Feelings drive decisions
Feelings create loyalty
Leaders who align emotional intelligence with technology will win the next decade.
🔹 Strategic Insight
Revenue growth follows purpose alignment
Retention follows values alignment
Culture drives performance—not the other way around
Disengagement is costing you more than you think.Alignment fixes it—often faster than expected.
🔹 Key Questions for Leaders
Are your top performers aligned—or just productive?
Do your managers understand what drives their people?
Is your company mission operational—or just aspirational?
🔹 Call to Action
If this resonates, start the conversation.
Visit PurposeOfYou.com to:
Discover your purpose
Align your leadership team
Build a culture that drives measurable results
Or DM to explore how a Purpose Strategy can:
Increase revenue
Improve retention
Develop next-generation leaders
🔹 Final Thought
Leaders don’t just succeed—they lead with purpose.And when purpose aligns…results accelerate.
 
PNIL 025
 

Mar 18, 2026

25 min

Mar 11, 2026

8 min

Purpose NIL; Tamala Grew $3M to $20M — CEOs Miss This!
 Show Notes
Purpose NIL | How Purpose Alignment Grew a $3M Account to $20M
In this episode of Purpose NIL, host and Purpose Coach James M. Rink explores a powerful leadership question every executive faces:
How do you grow major accounts — and retain the high performers who make it happen?
Through the story of sales executive Tamala, this episode reveals how purpose alignment drives measurable revenue growth, deeper client relationships, and long-term retention.
What started as a $3 million client relationship grew into more than $20 million in revenue over 48 months — not because of aggressive sales tactics, but because of something far more powerful:
Authentic purpose alignment between salesperson and client mission.
Key Takeaways for CEOs, CROs, Sales Leaders, and HR Executives
Revenue Growth Follows Purpose Alignment
Tamela didn’t just sell to her client — she aligned with them.
Her personal purpose:
“To live with joy and intentional happiness so I can inspire others to do the same.”
Her client’s mission was nearly identical: bringing joy and happiness to others.
That alignment transformed the relationship from vendor to trusted partner — and ultimately trusted friend.
Why Top Performers Leave
Even the highest performing employees will walk away when purpose and values drift.
After six and a half years of strong performance and massive revenue growth, Tamela made a major career move — not for compensation, but for alignment with purpose and mission.
Executives should take note:
Top performers don’t just chase compensation.They chase alignment.
The Engagement Problem Leaders Must Solve
According to Gallup, only about 23% of employees worldwide are engaged at work.
One of the strongest drivers of engagement?
Employees believing their work contributes to a meaningful mission or purpose.
When purpose becomes operational — not just words on a wall — performance improves and retention increases.
Leadership Insights from This Episode
Sales growth accelerates when purpose aligns with client mission• Authentic relationships outperform transactional selling• Top talent stays where purpose and values are lived• Companies with clear mission and purpose outperform competitors• Leadership authenticity drives long-term revenue and culture
The Bottom Line for Executives
Revenue growth follows purpose alignment.Retention follows values alignment.Sustainable success follows authentic leadership.
Purpose isn’t a motivational slogan.
It’s strategic infrastructure.
What’s Next in This Episode
Up next, John Locke shares how his family’s football legacy at the Oklahoma Sooners football shapes his purpose and how he’s building his NIL brand around identity, purpose, and long-term vision.
Learn More
Discover your purpose as a leadership and business strategy:PurposeOfYou.com
Follow James M. Rink for more Purpose NIL leadership stories.
Subscribe for more conversations with athletes, executives, and entrepreneurs building purpose-driven performance.
 

Mar 11, 2026

8 min

Mar 9, 2026

25 min

Purpose NIL Episode 024 — Show Notes
 
Theme: Results Through Purpose Alignment
 
In this episode of Purpose NIL, host James M. Rink explores a powerful leadership principle: purpose-driven performance produces measurable results. Whether you are a CEO, entrepreneur, sales executive, or college athlete building an NIL brand, purpose is more than inspiration — it is a strategic advantage.
Research shows that companies rooted in purpose consistently outperform organizations focused solely on profit. While revenue and profit remain essential, the differentiator in today’s marketplace is human connection — something technology and AI cannot replicate.
James introduces the Purpose Formula:
Feelings + Action + People = Purpose
This framework explains how emotional connection drives trust, partnerships, loyalty, and ultimately revenue growth.
Episode Highlights
Purpose Drives Performance
Purpose-driven leadership creates stronger engagement, better partnerships, and higher financial outcomes. Leaders who intentionally connect emotion, action, and mission build organizations that outperform their competitors.
Emotional Intelligence in the Age of AI
Artificial intelligence can process data and automate tasks, but it cannot feel. Humans make decisions emotionally before justifying them logically. This means emotional intelligence and authentic connection are a leader’s greatest competitive advantage.
Case Study: From $3M to $20M in Revenue
Sales executive Tamela shares how she grew a client relationship from $3 million to $20 million in just 48 months. Her strategy wasn’t based on sales tactics alone. It came from aligning her personal purpose with her client’s mission.
Her purpose:To live with joy and intentional happiness while inspiring others to do the same.
Because her client’s mission centered around creating happiness for others, the partnership became natural and authentic — transforming a vendor relationship into a trusted strategic partnership.
Why Top Performers Leave
Even high-performing employees will walk away when their personal values no longer align with company culture.
After six and a half years and massive revenue growth, Tamela chose to leave her organization when the alignment between her purpose and the company’s mission shifted. Her story highlights an important leadership lesson:
Retention follows purpose and values alignment.
NIL Spotlight: Building a Brand Through Purpose
University of Oklahoma tight end John Locke shares his journey of discovering purpose in football, academics, and NIL branding.
Growing up in a football family in Texas, John was inspired by his father’s college football career. But his deeper connection to football emerged when he learned his great-grandfather had been a captain for the Oklahoma Sooners football program.
From that moment, his dream became clear — to continue the family legacy at Oklahoma.
Purpose NIL helps athletes like John translate their purpose into personal brand growth and NIL opportunities, ensuring their identity extends beyond performance on the field.
Leadership Insights from This Episode
Purpose-driven companies outperform profit-only organizations
Emotional connection is the competitive advantage in the age of AI
Sales growth accelerates when personal purpose aligns with client mission
Employees stay when values align with company culture
NIL success comes from building a brand rooted in purpose
Key Message
Results without purpose create burnout.Purpose creates direction, trust, and sustainable growth.
When leaders align purpose with action, revenue, relationships, and fulfillment follow.
Memorable Quote
“AI can process data. But it cannot feel. Your ability to create emotional connection is your advantage.”
Connect & Learn More
Follow James M. RinkYouTube: @JamesMRink
Discover your purpose:PurposeOfYou.com
 
PNIL 024
 

Mar 9, 2026

25 min

Feb 24, 2026

25 min

Purpose NIL, Purpose Drives Results: From the Boardroom to the Locker Room
Host: James M. RinkShow: Purpose NIL
🔥 Episode Overview
What happens when you stop chasing profits and start living on purpose?
In this episode of Purpose NIL, James M. Rink shares his personal journey of early business success, burnout, rediscovery, and the breakthrough that changed everything — defining his purpose.
When purpose becomes clear:
Energy changes
Clarity increases
Revenue grows
Fulfillment deepens
James reveals how purpose-driven companies outperform competitors 6x in profitability — and how aligning your “why” creates sustainable growth in business, leadership, and NIL.
🧭 Segment 1: The Power of Purpose in Business
James shares:
Launching his first company at 27
Early success and unexpected frustration
Discovering research on purpose-driven leaders like Walt Disney and Henry Ford
Growing revenue 3x in one year and 10x in five years after aligning with purpose
Key Insight:When you focus on purpose instead of chasing profits, profits follow.
🏈 Segment 2: OU Football Tight End John Locke – Purpose + NIL
University of Oklahoma tight end John Locke shares how defining his purpose helped him:
Increase NIL revenue by 30% in less than two months
Grow social media from 1,500 to 2,300+ followers
Align internship goals (Allen & Company) with long-term vision
Set intentional performance goals for football season
John proves that purpose is not abstract — it’s strategic.
👉 Follow John: @JohnLockeOC👉 Support his NIL opportunities on Opendorse👉 Watch more of John’s story on this channel
🏀 Segment 3: OU Women’s Basketball – Zya Vann’s Purpose Journey
Sophomore athlete Zya Vann shares her powerful purpose statement:
“To bring peace and happiness to people, uplifting athletes, women, minorities, seniors, and those with special needs through strength and gratitude.”
With guidance from Dr. Kathleen Shea Smith, Associate Provost at the University of Oklahoma, Zya explores:
Life after basketball
Career alignment with values
Strength-based decision-making
The importance of connection, belonging, and joy
In today’s AI-driven job market, clarity of purpose is a competitive advantage.
👉 Follow Zya on social media👉 Sponsor her NIL opportunities on Opendorse
💡 Segment 4: Cheryl Fox – Living Purpose Daily
Cheryl Fox shares how discovering her purpose helped her:
Overcome frustration and feeling lost
Fill her own “bucket” before pouring into others
Transform relationships by helping others feel worthy and valued
Her story is a reminder:You must know your purpose to sustain your impact.
🏢 Purpose for CEOs & Business Leaders
Purpose isn’t soft — it’s strategic.
When you implement Purpose Of You inside your company:
✔ You increase employee engagement✔ You reduce costly turnover✔ You align your team around shared mission✔ You create emotional connection with customers✔ You build a true competitive advantage
Your differential quality is not your product.It’s your purpose.
📍 Schedule a free Purpose Strategy Call📍 Access free CEO resources👉 Visit PurposeofYou.com
🎬 James’ Personal Pivot
After working with ABC, the Country Music Association, Taylor Swift, and The Doobie Brothers, the television and music industries shifted dramatically post-2008.
At a crossroads, James made a decision:
Instead of producing content —He would produce clarity.
Today, he helps CEOs, athletes, and leaders define their purpose and build strategy around it.
His purpose:To communicate hope, help people, and make people happy.
🧠 Key Takeaways
Purpose creates clarity.
Clarity drives alignment.
Alignment produces results.
Results build legacy.
🚀 Ready to Discover Your Purpose?
Take the free transformational assessment and begin the 8-step journey.
👉 Visit: PurposeofYou.com
📲 Connect with James
Follow for more Purpose NIL stories and leadership insights:
YouTube: @JamesMRinkInstagram / LinkedIn / Social: @JamesMRink
Live your purpose. Build your legacy.Thanks for watching Purpose NIL.
 
PNIL 023
James M. Rink recorded in Nashville, TN
John Locke recorded in Norman, OK
Zya Vann recorded in Norman, OK
Dr. Kathleen Shea Smith recorded in Norman, OK
 

Feb 24, 2026

25 min

Feb 12, 2026

25 min

Description:Values shape leadership, NIL brands, culture, trust, and business success
Welcome to Purpose NIL with host and coach on purpose, James M. Rink. In this episode, we explore a foundational principle that shapes every decision in business, leadership, sports, and life: values.
James opens with a personal childhood story about protecting his brother, which helped form a lifelong core value of fairness. Today, his guiding values — honesty, integrity, accountability, and fairness — influence how he leads, coaches, and chooses who to work with.
This episode centers on a powerful truth: purpose is the heart, but values are the protection around it. When values are clear and lived, they create trust, alignment, and strong culture. When they’re ignored, teams fracture, workplaces become toxic, and people walk away.
You’ll learn two simple questions used in the Purpose of You framework to quickly identify values:• What’s the fastest way to break up in a relationship?• What’s the fastest way to get fired from a job?Your answers reveal what matters most to you.
Featured Athlete Conversations:
OU Football Tight End John Locke shares his core values and how they guide his life, leadership, and NIL business:• Accountability• Dependability• Commitment• Faith• Integrity• Sacrifice• Vision• Discipline
John explains how these values were shaped by family, football, and personal standards — and why discipline stands at the center of his identity.
OU Women’s Basketball Star Zya Vann defines the values that protect her purpose:• Peace• Spirituality• Self-respect• Faithfulness• Empathy
Zya shares how respect, loyalty, and inner peace shape how she lives, leads, and builds relationships on and off the court.
Leadership Takeaways:• Teams don’t fall apart from lack of purpose — they fall apart from lack of shared values• Values create psychological safety and cultural alignment• NIL opportunities grow stronger when athlete and brand values match• Purpose scales when values are clear and protected
Real-Life Example:During a major Nashville ice storm, James witnessed Circle K live its mission by selling premium gas at regular prices during a crisis. In a moment of pressure, their values were revealed through service, not profit.
Key Message:Values aren’t tested when life is easy. They’re revealed when things get hard.
If you’re a CEO, founder, athlete, or leader, this episode will help you:• Identify your core values• Build trust-based teams• Align purpose with performance• Make better decisions under pressure
Watch more Purpose NIL stories and athlete interviews on this channel.Follow @JamesMRink for more insights on purpose, leadership, and NIL alignment.Discover your purpose at PurposeOfYou.com.
 
James M. Rink recorded in Nashville, TN
John Locke recorded in Norman, OK
Zya Vann recorded in Norman, OK
 
PNIL 021
 

Feb 12, 2026

25 min

Feb 4, 2026

25 min

Purpose NIL: How Purpose Fuels NIL, Leadership, and AI Strategy
10-Word Description:College athletes show CEOs how purpose drives performance and growth.
 
🎙️ Purpose NIL — Episode Show Notes
Episode Title: Winning in the AI Age: Purpose, People, and Competitive AdvantageHost: James M. Rink, Founder of Purpose of You & Purpose NIL
📌 Episode Overview
In this episode of Purpose NIL, host and purpose coach James M. Rink explores why purpose-driven leadership is the competitive advantage in the age of AI. As artificial intelligence accelerates disruption across business, sports, and culture, the leaders who win are those who lead with clarity, emotional intelligence, and human purpose.
This episode connects business leadership, neuroscience, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), and NIL strategy, showing how purpose fuels engagement, trust, performance, and long-term growth.
🧠 Key Themes & Insights
Why AI amplifies leadership—but cannot replace human intelligence
The Purpose of You Formula:Feelings + Actions + People = Purpose
Neuroscience insight: humans make decisions based on emotion first, logic second
Why purpose is bigger than products, services, or technology
How purpose aligns teams, strengthens culture, and increases ROI
Using purpose as a reinforcer to drive behavior, engagement, and accountability
Purpose as a strategy for winning customers, talent, and trust
🏈 Featured Guests
John Locke — University of Oklahoma Football Tight End
Discovering his personal purpose
Intentionally influencing children and families
Leveraging purpose to grow his NIL brand
Zya Vann — University of Oklahoma Women’s Basketball Guard
Living her purpose with teammates, family, and classmates
Turning purpose into leadership and opportunity
Using intentional purpose to build NIL alignment
💼 CEO & Business Owner Takeaways
AI is only as good as the language and purpose you feed it
Emotional intelligence is your unfair advantage in an AI-driven world
Purpose aligns personal values with company mission
Engaged teams create better customer experiences and stronger revenue outcomes
Leaders who lead human-first win in uncertainty
📣 Call to Action
If you’re a CEO, business owner, or leader navigating AI disruption, disengaged teams, or cultural misalignment:
👉 Schedule a FREE Purpose Strategy CallThis is not a sales pitch—it's an honest conversation about aligning human purpose with business mission to create measurable ROI.
🌐 Learn more at PurposeOfYou.com
🎥 More Purpose NIL
Watch more episodes featuring John Locke & Zya Vann
Subscribe on YouTube: James M. Rink
Follow on social media: @JamesMRink
✨ Closing Thought
Purpose isn’t a slogan.It’s not a side project.It’s how leaders win—on purpose.
 

Feb 4, 2026

25 min

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