Life Happens

You may have heard that saying voiced in a more, shall we say, colorful manner. But, however you say it, the truth is things don’t always go as planned. Life throws you a curveball. Or, maybe it’s more like life is playing dodgeball … and you’re the target!

You know you’re not alone, but that doesn’t make it any easier. And then there are those people who just seem to enjoyadversity. The more life throws at them, the happier they seem to be. What’s up with that?

Hi, I’m Jeff Johnson, a broadcaster, journalist media consultant, and speaker with several decades of experience in local, regional, national and network media.

I also know a thing or two about facing adversity:

Jeff making a point
  • As a teenager, I ripped the side of my face off (literally) in a waterslide accident and had to have reconstructive surgery.
  • When I was 24 years old, I broke my back and was told I would never walk again.
  • In 2018 – after a decades’ long career as a professional broadcast journalist and public speaker – I was diagnosed with viral throat cancer and faced the prospect of losing my voice forever.
  • Then – after completing my cancer treatment, when I thought I was starting to get used to my “new normal” – I discovered that many of the challenges I’ve faced throughout my life are the result of having an Autism Spectrum Condition commonly called Asperger’s Syndrome.

But what does all of this mean to you? 

First, if I’m with you, you’re probably not going to be the unluckiest person in the room. Second, I’ve learned a lot about facing adversity and overcoming obstacles that you can apply when responding to the challenges you deal with in your life. I call this …

‘Overcomeablity’

Now I spend my time speaking and writing to create awareness, build understanding, and offer encouragement. Everything I create – including my blog posts, podcasts, videos and the other resources linked here – is dedicated to helping you develop your Overcomeability … and maybe making you laugh a little bit along the way.

How can Jeff help YOU develop YOUR Overcomeability? Get in Touch to learn more.