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Influential Links

August 29, 2025
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Each of these communities has, in its own way, challenged me to think bigger, live braver, and lead with greater authenticity. If you’re looking for places to grow alongside others pursuing transformation, these are my go-to recommendations.

Partners, Teachers, and Movements That Have Shaped My Journey

Alongside the books that have deeply impacted my life, there are organizations and communities whose work has sharpened my leadership, deepened my faith, and expanded my vision for what’s possible. These are not just “resources”—they’re relationships and movements that have left a mark on how I live and lead.

Novus Global

A world-class executive coaching firm that pushes leaders beyond “high performance” into meta-performance—the art of creating extraordinary, exponential results while living a deeply meaningful life.

GAP Community

GAP creates immersive training experiences that awaken people to the power of authentic relationships, vulnerability, and courageous leadership—both in personal life and in organizational culture.

Purpose and Performance Project

Helping leaders and organizations align who they are with what they do—so performance is fueled by purpose, not pressure. They focus on culture transformation from the inside out.

Identity Exchange

Founded by Jamie and Donna Winship, Identity Exchange equips people to live fully in their God-given identity—free from fear, striving, or false narratives.

Wild at Heart

John Eldredge’s ministry calling men and women back to the deep passions and desires God wrote into their hearts, and to live with courage, intimacy, and adventure.

Adventures of the Heart

An immersive Wild at Heart experience that helps participants recover their God-given identity and step into the adventure He has prepared for them.

Each of these communities has, in its own way, challenged me to think bigger, live braver, and lead with greater authenticity. If you’re looking for places to grow alongside others pursuing transformation, these are my go-to recommendations.

Explore the outer edges of your potential with FORTIV

At FORTIV, we believe growth doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of clarity, living from your true identity, choosing courage over fear, and taking bold action.

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“Extraordinary living happens when you step out of the small story of fear and into the larger story of who God says you are. That’s where freedom is found, where courage takes root, and where your best work comes to life.”
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Seth Schmidt

Seth Schmidt is the founder of FORTIV, a coaching movement for leaders who refuse to settle for success that costs them what matters most. He works with high-capacity men to break free from fear, lead from their true identity, and create breakthrough results in business, family, and life. Known for his straight talk, practical rhythms, and relentless belief of who God made you to be, Seth is passionate about seeing leaders live extraordinary lives of courage, impact, and adventure.

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SETH SCHMIDT
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Seth is the founder of FORTIV and primary author of all our Journal content.

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