Behind The Scenes With Singer/Songwriter John Ondrasik

During Leading Authorities' Inspire Conference, American singer-songwriter John Ondrasik of 'Five For Fighting' stopped by to talk about the state of mind he embodies and encourages other to embrace and find a way to reach their dreams, whatever they may be. Ondrasik believes in his version of the 20,000 hour rule - the 45,000 hour rule. He worked 45,000 hours before he made a penny in the music business and didn't have success until he reached his late 20's.

Singer-songwriter John Ondrasik has spent the past decade writing deeply personal songs that include social messages, invoke the human spirit and make an emotional connection. With the past six albums by Five For Fighting, the hockey moniker stage name under which he performs, Ondrasik has seen multitudes of successes. Five For Fighting's breakthrough came in 2001 with the Grammy-nominated song “Superman,” and John’s performance at The Concert For New York.