Episode 87: From Miracle Child to Leadership Mentor – Angela Bradford’s Journey of Faith, Resilience, and Growth

Episode 87: From Miracle Child to Leadership Mentor – Angela Bradford’s Journey of Faith, Resilience, and Growth

Bio - Angela is a Senior Marketing Director with World Financial Group. Within just over eight years of transitioning from the blue collar world of trucking and training horses, to the white collar world of finances and training people, she has opened multiple offices and is expanding fast in two countries. She has an amazing team working with her and has the goal of having a licensed agent in every state and province in North America within the next 4 years.

 

The focus of the episode was on Angela's personal story, and she shared her inspiring life journey, from being a miracle child born after her mother's difficult pregnancies to her unconventional homeschooling experience and early involvement in horse training. Angela also reflected on the challenges she faced, such as her father's temporary absence due to drug-related issues, and the transformative power of prayer in her family's life. Throughout her story, she emphasized the importance of faith and resilience in overcoming obstacles and pursuing her passions.

Angela Bradford revealed that her leadership skills were not inherent but were cultivated through intense training and mentorship, particularly from John Maxwell. She also credits her unwavering self-belief to her parents' support and belief in her abilities, which has been a driving force in her success. Angela reflected on her journey of self-discovery and growth, emphasizing the importance of self-love and discipline, especially after being diagnosed with MS in 2019, which forced her to adapt and grow rapidly.

Matt and Angela engaged in a conversation about their experiences meeting John Maxwell, expressing their admiration for his character and leadership. Angela shared her memorable trip with him to Paraguay and Brazil, emphasizing his boundless energy and commitment to helping others. They discussed his humility, integrity, and dedication to his beliefs, with Angela highlighting his impact on her personally. Both speakers expressed their respect for Maxwell's genuine nature and his unwavering passion for making a positive difference in the world.

Angela Bradford shared her structured daily routine, detailing her morning rituals of reading, affirmations, and gym workouts, followed by evening activities such as Bible reading, journaling, and listening to podcasts. She stressed the importance of maintaining these habits consistently, regardless of holidays or weekends, and emphasized the value of continuous learning through reading. Angela also discussed the significance of rereading books to deepen understanding and facilitate personal growth, highlighting the impact of consistent reading habits on knowledge acquisition and personal development.