214: Remembering John Ruhlin: The Secret to Great Relationships
This week’s episode is deeply special to me and many of you who knew or were impacted by the late John Ruhlin. John was not just a master at his craft—he was a master at life, relationships, and giving. His unexpected passing has left a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched and his revolutionary work in the art of gift giving. This conversation originally aired in May 2021 and remains one of the most important episodes I’ve ever recorded. John was one of my closest friends—someone I’ve known since we were 18 years old. Over decades of friendship, he continually lifted me up, connected me with incredible people, and exemplified what it means to lead with a giving heart. His company, Giftology, has transformed businesses and relationships alike, and his book has become a must-read for anyone looking to make a lasting impact. In this tribute episode, you’ll hear John’s heart, his wisdom, and his genuine perspective on life and relationships. You’ll laugh with us, reflect on his insights, and hopefully feel inspired to carry forward his legacy of giving. John’s business partner and close friend, Rod, has pledged to continue running Giftology for the next 18 years to support John’s wife, Lindsey, and their four beautiful daughters, Reagan, Blakeley, Saylor, and Layton. If you feel moved to honor John’s legacy, consider exploring the incredible work his team continues to do at giftologygroup.com. Supporting their work not only carries forward John’s mission but directly supports his family. For more details, you can visit giftologygroup.com/rwa. Thank you for listening to this heartfelt tribute. John was truly one of a kind, and I’m honored to share his story, his message, and his legacy with you. PLEASE SUPPORT JOHN'S FAMILY Honor John’s legacy and support his family by making a donation. Every little amount helps and will go directly towards taking care of his wife Lindsay, and their four daughters (Reagan, Blakely, Saylor, & Layton – age 4 to 14). CLICK HERE to make a donation. REFERRALS WITHOUT ASKING John’s mission was to bring greater generosity to the world while lifting up coachable business leaders to places they never thought possible. Whether you’re an executive of a Fortune 100 company, an owner, a startup, or a solo-professional conquering your industry – GIFT∙OLOGY changes relationships forever. And relationships take you places that traditional marketing can’t. So, if you want to honor john and his work, a great place to start is by checking out Referrals Without Asking – a free resource that will allow you to turn your contacts into endless referral partners. CLICK HERE to get the guide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.