Lights with Jack McCormick

24/02/2021

Last night I was lucky enough to speak with Jillian Best, the incredible founder of this initiative. I will be releasing my interview with her in a few weeks. Meanwhile, follow this page. They’ve got some amazing things coming in 2021!

14/02/2021

Have you seen episode 8 with Donovan Tildesley yet?
In Episode 6 Donovan talked about what it takes to break a world record and what it feels like when you succeed.
A retired world record holding Paralympian Donovan has a lot to share. In part 2 of my interview with him we talk about overcoming failure, making transitions in life, following through on the commitments you make yourself, and the impact gratitude and laughter have on mental health.

06/02/2021

“So many people forget how to dream, or they think it is to late” – my favourite quote from the 7th episode of Lights.
Karen Northgraves knows a thing or two about dreaming – she has been an entrepreneur for most of her life and has owned and operated Country Home Candles for the past 30 years.
In my interview with Karen we also talk about working in a competitive industry, how to create products and the importance of keeping a positive mindset.
Find this episode by searching for “Lights with Jack McCormick” wherever you listen to podcasts.

28/01/2021

“It is a feeling of happiness, euphoria, exhilaration, especially when you’ve come in to a competition with the goal of breaking that record”
Do you know what it feels like to break a world record? Donovan Tildesley does. He has broken several.
Donovan is a retired Paralympian turned insurance broker. In the 6th episode of Lights we talk about what it feels like to break a world record, how to balance the priorities in your life, and how to find and nurture your passions.
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21/01/2021

“You may fail today but you get to choose if you fail tomorrow”
Dennis Atkins changed my life. He came into my life when I was afraid of what my future would bring. He was there for me. He showed me with his words and actions that I could overcome the challenges in my life. He had never met me and yet he did what he could to help.
So, I was not surprised to hear Dennis say that one of the secrets to finding meaning in life is to make your life about helping others. In the fifth episode of lights Dennis and I also talk about failure, mentorship and the effort required to achieve your dreams.
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14/01/2021

My guest for the fourth episode of Lights was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Businesswomen for 12 consecutive years. Lori Van Optsal has accomplished a lot including founding Your Advantage Staffing Consultants.
In this episode we discuss how to evaluate the true cost of something by using the s**t to dollar ratio, whether or not you should follow your dreams and the importance of finding identity and meaning in life outside of work.
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09/01/2021

Have you ever met a CEO who operates a cattle farm on the side? What about one who has also earned his PhD, ran over 100,000 miles and also happens to be blind? I have!
Dennis Atkins is my guest for the third episode of Lights. I’m telling you, this is an episode that you don’t want to miss!
Dennis shares how he sets and achieves goals so that he can live “his dream”. Dennis has so much to share including one of my favourite quotes from the episode “Your biggest challenge comes from within. You hear a voice that says can’t. But if you persevere until you hear a small voice that says can. It’s at this point that you realize that the person you’ve become is no match for the person you once were”

08/01/2021

“Does your husband approve of you setting up this little business?” Lori Van Opstal was asked when she opened the bank account for her business. Soon it was earning millions per year in revenue.
In the second episode of Lights Lori and I discuss gender stereotypes, how to identify opportunities, the importance of motivating the people around you and so much more.
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07/01/2021

Today is the day! I’m so excited to share the first 3 episodes of my podcast with you!
The Lights podcast is my attempt to unlock the secrets to living a more meaningful and fulfilling life so that together we can find the lights in our lives.
In the first episode I share part of my story. How I grew stronger as I began to lose the rest of my vision, how my vision loss helped me find joy and meaning in life, and how it inspired me to start this podcast.
Listen to the first 3 episodes now! Search for “Lights with Jack McCormick” wherever you listen to your podcasts or click the link in the description.
Image description: Jack Neals next to his first guide dog Jake. He is a Black Lab.

03/01/2021

I have never had 20/20 vision. I began loosing the rest of my sight when I was 16 years old. The darkest time of my life followed. I was afraid that people would treat me differently, that I wouldn’t have the same opportunities and that as a result I would not be able to attain my goals.
As it becomes harder for me to see I’ve learned that there are better sources of light in life than those that can be seen with your eyes. The darkness left with this realization.
This past year has been hard for everyone. For me, this same realization is what kept me going throughout the challenges of 2020.
The Lights podcast is my attempt to unlock the secrets to living a more meaningful and fulfilling life so that together we can find the lights in our life. So far I’ve interviewed CEOs, Paralympians and entrepreneurs.
I’ve learned a lot and can’t wait to share it with you!
The first 3 episodes will be released on January 7. You can follow this link to subscribe to my newsletter and get notified when new episodes are available.
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03/01/2021