Discover Fresh Perspectives
A series of short conversations, sometimes with myself, usually with others, that provide an opportunity to see every day events through different perspectives. The intent is to open up new possibilities for personal and organizational growth!
Discover Fresh Perspectives
Embracing the Party Crasher Mindset with Allan James Moore!
Welcome back to Discover Fresh Perspectives! In this episode, host David Gouthro sits down with keynote speaker and author Allan James Moore—who prefers to go by “Al”—to explore the bold philosophy he calls “party crashing.” But don’t worry, we’re not talking about sneaking into weddings or uninvited soirées. For Al, party crashing is a metaphor for seizing life’s opportunities, even when you aren’t handed an invitation.
Al shares the story of how this approach shaped his life, from doggedly fighting for a spot on his high school sports teams, to flying to Scotland to pursue professional soccer with no connections or formal offers. He pulls back the curtain on the persistence, discipline, and humility it takes to break through barriers, learn from failure, and create your own luck.
Along the way, Al recounts a thrilling encounter with elephants in Botswana—an experience he now weaves into his keynote speeches as a lesson on courage and workplace safety. He also unpacks the idea of “noble obstacles”—excuses that feel virtuous but only serve to hold us back—and offers listeners practical advice on how to get out of their own way and start “crashing the party” in both work and life.
Whether you’re looking to shake up your routine, tackle new challenges, or just hear some incredible adventures, this episode is packed with inspiration (and a good dose of humour from Al’s former life as a stand-up comic). Tune in for strategies to build resilience, embrace discomfort, and make your own invitation to succeed!
A Brief Bit About Allan James Moore
Allan James Moore grew up playing soccer at a Canadian university, where he considered himself the fourth or fifth best player on the team. With little attention from scouts and only a few minor offers from other universities—none of them substantial—his future in the sport seemed uncertain. One day, while walking through James Bay in Victoria, Allan noticed a travel agency advertising a special fare to Glasgow, Scotland.
Inspired by the opportunity, and with nothing to lose, Allan decided to take a chance on a new adventure overseas, setting the stage for a story shaped by bold decisions and unexpected opportunities.
Resources
Allan's Website: https://www.allanjamesmoore.com
Allan's Newly Released Book: "Party Crash Your Career & Life: Be Bold, Risk Safely and Succeed Without an Invitation" is available from Friesen Press.
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