In this episode of the Now You Know Podcast, Maria Mollen sits down with legendary speaker, author, and influence strategist Chris Widener — a man who has worked alongside Jim Rohn, Zig Ziglar, and John Maxwell, and whose voice has inspired millions around the world.

From lessons learned writing Twelve Pillars with Jim Rohn, to what truly defines influence and success, Chris shares powerful insights on leadership, business, mindset, storytelling, and spiritual purpose. He opens up about personal challenges, growth, and the deep habits that shape extraordinary lives.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, coach, or someone driven by impact—this conversation will inspire you to lead with authenticity, build real influence, and live your purpose boldly.

🔑 In this episode:

• The story behind working with Jim Rohn, Zig Ziglar, and John Maxwell
• How to build real influence and impact
• Why storytelling is essential for great leaders
• Lessons from The Angel Inside and The Coming American Revival
• Daily habits for growth and resilience
• Chris’s best advice for leaders and entrepreneurs

In Part 2 of our two-part series on making tough decisions, we go beyond identifying the problem—and into the solution. If you’ve ever struggled with overthinking, second-guessing, or fear of making the wrong choice, this episode is for you.

Maria Mollen shares strategies to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. You’ll learn how to gather the right information, weigh your options effectively, align decisions with your values and goals, and even trust your instincts when logic isn't enough.

Whether you're facing a major career shift, a personal crossroads, or any life-changing choice—this episode will give you tools to make those decisions without regret.

We all face moments where a single decision could change everything — moments filled with uncertainty, pressure, and fear.

In this episode, I’m talking about what it really feels like to face a tough decision — whether it’s changing careers, starting a business, ending a relationship, or moving to a new city. These aren’t just choices on paper. They’re life-altering moments that often come with doubt, anxiety, and the fear of making the wrong move.

But here’s the truth: making hard decisions is a skill — and like any skill, it gets stronger the more we practice it.

In this first part of a two-part series, I share the common struggles we all face when making big choices — fear of failure, overthinking, seeking validation — and why so many of us get stuck. I’ll walk you through the very first step: understanding the decision in front of you clearly and fully. Because clarity is the foundation of confident decision-making.

And I’ll also share some of my own story — the hard choices I made, the fear I felt, and what those decisions ultimately gave me.

If you’re standing at a crossroads, unsure what to do next… this episode is for you.