In this insightful episode of the ASQ Podcast, Omar and Jessie sit down with Chip Scholz—coach, author, entrepreneur, and lifelong student of human potential—for a conversation about purpose, curiosity, personal growth, and what it means to live a life of meaning.
Growing up in the Midwest, Chip followed a fairly traditional path. He played sports, worked in radio during college, and built a successful corporate career. But over time, he realized something important about himself:
He wasn't meant to follow someone else's blueprint.
As Chip navigated the corporate world, he discovered that he was less interested in fitting into systems and more interested in understanding people. That realization eventually led him to entrepreneurship, coaching, and a lifelong commitment to helping others grow.
Throughout the conversation, Chip shares lessons from decades of coaching, the importance of curiosity, why so many people hold onto things that no longer serve them, and how discovering your calling often happens one experience at a time.
Everything shifted after a life-altering stroke in 2012.
Confronting his own mortality forced him to think differently about time, purpose, and what truly matters. Rather than slowing down, Chip became even more committed to helping others grow, learn, and become better versions of themselves.
In this episode, you'll hear about:
• Letting go of what no longer serves you
• The difference between a job, a career, and a calling
• Why curiosity is essential for growth
• Entrepreneurship and personal freedom
• Systemic vs intrinsic thinking
• The power of meaningful relationships
• Lessons learned from surviving a stroke
• Finding purpose later in life
• Developing yourself while helping others grow
The transformational shift
Chip realized that fulfillment isn't found in retirement, achievement, or holding onto the past.
It's found in continuing to grow, staying useful, and helping others do the same.
This episode is for anyone who:
• Feels stuck between security and purpose
• Is searching for meaningful work
• Wants to embrace change with confidence
• Is navigating a new chapter in life
• Believes personal growth never ends
Sometimes the most meaningful life isn't built around what you've accomplished.
It's built around who you've helped become better along the way.
Connect with Chip Scholz
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Chippturns
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chipscholz/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chipscholz/
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