In one of the most personal and powerful episodes of Mission Possible, Chad sits down with his colleague and friend John Quick to explore a story that transcends leadership, resilience, and life itself.
John opens up about his cancer journey—an unexpected diagnosis during the height of COVID lockdowns, the difficult choices that followed, and the lessons he discovered when forced to confront his own mortality. What emerges is more than a story of survival; it’s a masterclass in clarity.
John shares how adversity stripped away the non-essential, sharpening his focus on what truly matters: relationships, curiosity, and living fully in the present. He talks candidly about decision-making under uncertainty, building trust with medical teams, and the importance of keeping forward momentum even when the path ahead is unclear.
But what struck Chad most is the renaissance that followed treatment. John embraced a growth mindset—learning new languages, diving deep into AI and machine learning, and pursuing his bucket list with intentionality. Even as he adapted to new cognitive realities, his honesty and resilience show that strong leaders don’t just endure—they evolve.
This episode challenges us all to examine our priorities. Are we waiting for life to begin, or are we embracing the life we have right now? As John reminds us, there is no waiting. This is it.
A huge thank you to John for his openness and courage. Chad and all of us at Bcore encourage you to listen, reflect, and carry forward his reminder to live with purpose.