From Drift to Drive

A High Achievers Guide to Breaking the Chains of Complacency

By: Chris Robinson

Narrated by: Chris Robinson

Break free from the trap of complacency and ignite your journey to greatness by transforming everyday busywork into a high-octane drive toward your wildest dreams!

Chris Robinson’s groundbreaking book reveals how even the most accomplished leaders, coaches, and visionaries can fall prey to the subtle trap of complacency—a quiet force that halts progress and stifles potential.

Drawing on years of global experience with thousands of clients, Chris exposes how reaching a peak often leads to settling into routines that erode passion and innovation. He outlines his transformative Seven Step Framework to help you detect early signs of stagnation, reignite your drive, and map a renewed course toward extraordinary achievement.

With clear, actionable advice on mastering efficient learning, forging powerful connections, and overcoming obstacles, this book is your essential guide to turning daily busywork into a dynamic journey toward a more fulfilling, impactful life.

Key takeaways:

• Early Detection: Recognize the subtle symptoms of complacency before they undermine your progress.
• Seven Step Framework: Leverage a proven, step-by-step approach to clarify your next big dream and execute a powerful plan.
• Actionable Strategies: Implement clear, practical advice for efficient research, learning, and personal development.
• Empowering Connections: Learn how to build relationships that inspire collaboration and fuel success.
• Obstacle Navigation: Overcome common roadblocks and transform routine tasks into breakthrough opportunities.
• Reignite Passion: Rediscover the energy and purpose that make life truly rewarding.

©2025 Chris Robinson (P)2025 Maxwell Leadership

This book puts you in the driver’s seat

I listened to Drift to Drive in one sitting because I simply couldn’t turn it off. Chris Robinson’s voice and storytelling style drew me in right away—he has a gift for weaving personal stories, practical tools, and inspiring concepts in a way that makes you feel like you’re in the driver’s seat the whole time.

What stood out most to me were his thoughts on the importance of reading and the practical resources he shared to make growth actionable. Learning about mind mapping and even something as simple as using index cards to focus on meaningful daily action were game changers.

I also loved the historical applications and the powerful analogy of climbing Mount Everest—those moments gave the lessons extra depth and made them unforgettable.

This audiobook isn’t just inspiring—it’s practical. I walked away with a shifted perspective and tools I can put to use right away. Highly recommend listening to this one.

Chris Robinson is the real deal!! And this book is a wake up call!

I don’t know anyone better suited to write this book than Chris Robinson. I’ve followed him and his journey for close to 14 years and have watched him rise above complacency again and again, while inspiring the people around him to do the same.

I still remember being at an event two or three years ago, at a time when complacency was slowly sneaking up on me. Chris said, “What if we worked every day like we did when we really *needed* this?” I saw him tear up as he spoke those words, filled with passion for reigniting the DRIVE in the people he was speaking to.

This book does an incredible job of explaining complacency, not by “guilting” you into action, but by challenging you to deeply analyze yourself while also giving you a literal step-by-step roadmap and action plan. Chris writes from a profound love for people and a belief in their potential, and I could feel that in every single chapter.

This a manual for achieving your goals!

Listening to Chris read his book is amazing. He is the real deal. If you take the time and apply the seven steps framework to your goals, you are going to be successful! This is not a book you will just read once; it’s a book that you will want to refer back to throughout your journey. Thank you, Chris, for writing/ reading this book, once again, you over deliver!

Drift to Drive

I really enjoyed this book. Chris did a wonderful job. I felt like Chris was coaching me in real time. Thanks a lot.

Timely wisdom

This is a great book for all ages! This should be taught in elementary school, it’s that good!