Chasing Dreams with American Idol Winner Kris Allen: Episode 213 of The Action Catalyst Podcast
Kris Allen was born June 21, 1985, in Jacksonville, Arkansas. He had an early interest in music, which stayed with him through college, church involvement, and missionary work in other countries. In 2009, he became a finalist on the eighth season of American Idol, and triumphed over fellow finalist Adam Lambert in the season finale. He was the first married contestant to win the competition.
Show Highlights:
My dream was so big, I didn’t know how to move towards it. - Kris AllenI was surprised at the results every round. - Kris AllenAll the time I spent playing in my room and in bars prepared me for the show. - Kris AllenI am incredibly lucky and blessed that this happened to me. - Kris AllenI do not take winning American Idol for granted. - Kris AllenMy time on the show felt incredibly surreal. - Kris AllenWhen Ryan announced my name, I knew life was going to change. - Kris AllenI thought I would never play an instrument again. - Kris AllenLearning to play again has been hard, but I am a better now than I was before the accident. - Kris AllenYou will find happiness in going after your dreams, not in settling. - Kris Allen
The Action Catalyst is a weekly podcast hosted by Dan Moore, President of Southwestern Advantage, the oldest direct-sales company in America, and Partner with Southwestern Consulting. With more than 45 years in sales leadership and marketing management, Dan has a wealth of knowledge to share on how to make better use of time to achieve life, sales, and other business goals. Each week, he interviews some of the nation’s top thought leaders and experts, sharing meaningful tips and advice. Subscribe on iTunes and please leave a rating and review!
Show Highlights:
My dream was so big, I didn’t know how to move towards it. - Kris AllenI was surprised at the results every round. - Kris AllenAll the time I spent playing in my room and in bars prepared me for the show. - Kris AllenI am incredibly lucky and blessed that this happened to me. - Kris AllenI do not take winning American Idol for granted. - Kris AllenMy time on the show felt incredibly surreal. - Kris AllenWhen Ryan announced my name, I knew life was going to change. - Kris AllenI thought I would never play an instrument again. - Kris AllenLearning to play again has been hard, but I am a better now than I was before the accident. - Kris AllenYou will find happiness in going after your dreams, not in settling. - Kris Allen
The Action Catalyst is a weekly podcast hosted by Dan Moore, President of Southwestern Advantage, the oldest direct-sales company in America, and Partner with Southwestern Consulting. With more than 45 years in sales leadership and marketing management, Dan has a wealth of knowledge to share on how to make better use of time to achieve life, sales, and other business goals. Each week, he interviews some of the nation’s top thought leaders and experts, sharing meaningful tips and advice. Subscribe on iTunes and please leave a rating and review!
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