Tim Storey is an acclaimed author, speaker, executive coach, and the host of the Miracle Mentality podcast. Known as the “Original Comeback Coach,” Tim has spent more than four decades helping entrepreneurs, athletes, executives, celebrities, and people facing difficult circumstances turn adversity into forward momentum. His work centers on building the mindset, relationships, preparation, and practical support systems that allow people to move from being stuck to creating a meaningful comeback.
On this episode we talk about:
How Tim developed his “setback to comeback” message and why it remains relevant for personal growth, career challenges, and finances
The difference between being temporarily knocked down and becoming mentally “locked back” by a setback
How Tim went from serving inner-city youth to working with NFL players, executives, and Hollywood talent
Why every coach, consultant, and leader still needs wise mentors and coaches of their own
Tim’s relationship with Robert Downey Jr. and the role preparation, accountability, and a strong support system play in a comeback
Why purpose-led work can create financial opportunity without becoming purely money-driven
How Tim began building wealth through real estate, private-company ownership, and strategic partnerships
His upcoming “Walking Miracle” footwear collaboration with Syntilay
Top 3 Takeaways
A setback does not have to become your identity. Tim defines a setback as becoming “locked back” in an old mindset, financial problem, family challenge, or limiting belief; the first step toward a comeback is refusing to settle there.
Get help from people who have wisdom beyond your current experience. Tim credits longtime mentors and financial advisors with helping him strengthen his coaching framework, make better money decisions, and grow into new opportunities.
Lead with service and build competence before chasing income. Tim’s career grew because he focused first on helping people, studying consistently, and producing real results; over time, speaking fees, equity opportunities, real estate, and business investments followed.
Notable Quotes
“When most people have a setback, they usually sit in it or settle in it.”
“Everybody needs a coach. I think it’s true.”
“I always was wise enough to put people around me who knew things that I did not know.”
“When I started off in this thing, I used to do so many things for free. I still do a lot of things for free.”
Connect with Tim Storey:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timstoreyofficial
Instagram: @timstoreyofficial
Website: timstorey.com
Podcast: Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey
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