From Drift to Direction
Most people aren’t failing… they’re just drifting.
From Drift to Direction is a podcast for those who feel stuck, uncertain, or like they’re capable of more—but don’t know where to start.
Hosted by Petar, this show dives into real conversations about mindset, discipline, purpose, and building a life that actually feels aligned. Through personal stories and honest insights, you’ll learn how to stop living on autopilot and start moving with clarity and intention.
If you’re ready to take control of your life, find your direction, and become the person you know you can be, this podcast is for you.
Episodes
18 episodes
The Real Reason You Feel Stuck: Fear, Self-Doubt & Excuses | Steve Barton
Why do we stay stuck even when we know what we should do?In this episode of From Drift to Direction, I sit down with executive coach and author Steve Barton, creator of The Game of Ten, to explore the thought pat...
The Pain of Regret Hurts More Than Discipline | Build a Life You Won't Regret | Albert Butler
What if the greatest pain in life isn't failure—but regret?In this episode of From Drift to Direction, I sit down with CPA, author, speaker, and strategic advisor Albert Butler for a powerful conversation about purpo...
AI Is Creating a New Economy: The Skills That Will Matter Most | Nathan Graham
Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work, build businesses, and make decisions—but is it replacing people, or empowering them?In this episode of From Drift to Direction, I sit down with entrepreneur, author, and AI stra...
How to Find Your Purpose After Losing Everything | Ray Martin
What happens when you lose everything you thought defined your life?After the loss of his father, the end of his marriage, and the collapse of the business he spent years building, Ray Martin made a decision that changed the course of hi...
Stop Settling: The Question That Changed My Life!
We grow up believing that loyalty is always rewarded.Stay at the same job.Stay in the same city.Stick with one path.But what if the advice that's meant to keep you safe is actually keeping you stuck?In this episode,...
The Confidence Secret Nobody Talks About | Dr. Christiane Schroeter
Have you ever wondered why some people seem naturally confident while others constantly struggle with self-doubt?In this episode of From Drift to Direction, I sit down with Dr. Christiane Schroeter—leadership strategist, pr...
Why You Feel Stuck in Life (It's Not What You Think)
Feeling stuck isn't always about lacking motivation or purpose. Sometimes it's because you're still trying to live as the person you used to be.In this episode of From Drift to Direction, I share personal stories from my career,...
Finding Your Voice & Trusting Yourself | How to Stop Settling and Live an Authentic Life with Tiffanie Janowitz
How do you know when it's time to stop settling and start living a life that's truly aligned with who you are?In this episode of From Drift to Direction, I sit down with Tiffanie Janowitz—mentor, entrepreneur, and pa...
How Atomic Habits by James Clear Changed the Way I Think About Success | Habit Stacking, Systems & Self-Discipline
Can small daily habits completely change the direction of your life?In this episode of From Drift to Direction, I share how Atomic Habits by James Clear changed the way I think about success and why building the righ...
From Poverty to PhD: How Donald Williams Defied the Odds and Changed His Life
What if the life you're living today doesn't have to determine where you'll end up tomorrow?In this inspiring episode of From Drift to Direction, I sit down with educator, speaker, author, and Department of Defense research analyst Donal...
Stop Seeking Approval: The #1 Thing Holding You Back From Success!
What would your life look like if you stopped asking for permission?In this powerful solo episode of From Drift to Direction, I share one of the biggest lessons I've learned on my journey—from working as a restaurant server in a...
Making the Impossible Possible: From Tragedy to Purpose with Ken Kunken
What would you do if your entire life changed in a single moment?In this powerful episode of From Drift to Direction, I sit down with Ken Kunken, whose life took an unimaginable turn when a football injury at Cornell University left him ...
The 90-Day Gamble: How One Plane Ticket Changed Everything
What if the best investment you ever made in yourself wasn’t a degree or a certification—but a one-way plane ticket? In this deeply personal episode, I share how traveling to over 65 countries transformed who I am at my core. From moving to Sin...
From Self-Doubt to Speaking Up: The Confidence Shift You Need| Dr. Elizabeth Pritchard
Why do so many people struggle to speak up—even when they know they have something valuable to say?In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Elizabeth Pritchard, speaker, researcher, Authentic Leadership coach, and co-author of The Authentic ...
The Knowing-Doing Gap: Why You're Still Stuck (And How to Break Free)
You know what to do. So why aren't you doing it?You've consumed the content. You've read the books. You've listened to the podcasts. You know exactly what needs to change.But nothing changes.In this episode,...
73 Surgeries, Paralysis & Near Death… Why It’s Always Too Soon to Quit | Jay Setchell
In this episode, I sit down with Jay Setchell—a man who has gone through 73 surgeries, faced a near-death experience, and still found a way to move forward with purpose.This isn’t just a story about survival. It’s about what happens when...
You're Not Stuck — You're Just Undisciplined (The Truth Most People Avoid)
Stop making excuses. Start making moves.Feeling stuck in your life? You're not alone. But here's the uncomfortable truth nobody wants to hear: you're not stuck because of your circumstances. You're stuck because you lack disciplin...
From Drift to Direction: The Moment I Realized I Was Wasting My Life
In this first episode of Drift to Direction, Petar explores what it really means to feel “stuck” in life even when everything looks fine on the outside. Through personal reflection, he breaks down the difference between simply moving t...