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John R. Miles | |
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| Born | July 15, 1970 |
| Alma mater | United States Naval Academy |
| Occupations | Author, podcaster, entrepreneur |
| Website | https://johnrmiles.com |
John R. Miles (born July 15, 1970) is an American author, podcaster, entrepreneur, and former United States Navy officer. He is the creator and host of the podcast Passion Struck and has written on topics including leadership, intentional living, personal development, and the concept of mattering. He is the author of Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life (2024).
Miles served in the United States Navy before pursuing a career in business leadership. He later founded the Passion Struck media platform and podcast, which features discussions with authors, researchers, executives, physicians, athletes, and public figures on topics related to leadership, psychology, well-being, and human behavior.[1]
Early life and education
[edit]Miles attended the United States Naval Academy before serving as a commissioned officer in the United States Navy.[1]
Career
[edit]Following his military service, Miles worked in leadership positions in the technology and business sectors before transitioning into entrepreneurship, writing, and media.[1]
In 2021, he launched Passion Struck, a podcast and media platform focused on leadership, psychology, behavioral science, personal growth, and intentional living.[1]
The podcast features interviews with academics, entrepreneurs, authors, executives, physicians, athletes, and public figures. Through the platform, Miles has explored topics including purpose, resilience, workplace engagement, human behavior, and leadership development.
Miles is the author of Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life (2024). In a 2024 article for Forbes, leadership writer Rodger Dean Duncan discussed themes from the book, including intentional living, mindset, purpose, and personal agency.[2]
Work on mattering
[edit]Much of Miles's published work focuses on the psychological concept of mattering, which concerns individuals' perceptions that they are valued and capable of making meaningful contributions to others and society.
Through his writing, podcast, and public speaking, Miles has discussed mattering in relation to leadership, workplace engagement, belonging, purpose, resilience, and well-being.
Miles has argued that a diminished sense of mattering can contribute to disengagement, burnout, and reduced well-being. He explores these themes in his forthcoming book The Mattering Effect: Creating a Life of Meaning and Worth, scheduled for publication in October 2026.
In a 2025 article published by Fortune, Miles's concept of "mattering erosion" was referenced in a discussion of executive burnout, workplace culture, and employee engagement.[3]
Publications
[edit]Books
[edit]- Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life (2024)
- The Mattering Effect: Creating a Life of Meaning and Worth (forthcoming, October 2026)
- You Matter, Luma (2026)
Media coverage and reception
[edit]Miles and his work have been discussed in business, leadership, and personal-development publications.
A profile published by Business Observer examined his transition from military and corporate leadership into podcasting, writing, and entrepreneurship.[1]
The Next Big Idea Club featured Passion Struck in its discussion of books focused on purpose, personal growth, and intentional living.[4]
Coverage of Miles's work has also appeared in publications including Forbes, Fortune (magazine), and St. Pete Catalyst, with discussion focusing on leadership, purpose, workplace engagement, burnout, and personal development.[5][6][7]
Miles has also appeared on regional television and media programs discussing leadership, personal development, emotional well-being, and youth confidence.[8][9]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e "Get Passion Struck with John Miles". Business Observer. 2 May 2024.
- ^ "Want A More Purpose-Filled, Intentional Life? Mindset Matters". Forbes. 16 July 2024.
- ^ "Burned-out executives can cost companies more than $20,000—and cause a social contagion effect". Fortune. 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Tap Into Your Unlimited Potential with These Powerful Life Principles". The Next Big Idea Club. 29 February 2024.
- ^ "Want A More Purpose-Filled, Intentional Life? Mindset Matters". Forbes. 16 July 2024.
- ^ "Burned-out executives can cost companies more than $20,000—and cause a social contagion effect". Fortune. 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Catalyze 2024: John R. Miles, Passion Struck". St. Pete Catalyst. 8 December 2023.
- ^ "Interview: Author John R. Miles talks about getting the most out of life". WTVM. 7 December 2023.
- ^ "How kids today can feel more confident within themselves". WFLA.
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