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ATG 193: How Teens Win: Sneak Peek of the Intro and Chapter 1
02 Sep 2024
00:30:09
In this episode, I’m giving you an exclusive sneak peek into our new book How Teens Win, which releases on September 10. First, I’ll read the intro to set the stage, and then my daughter LE will take over with the first chapter. It’s a little taste of the wisdom, laughs, and real-life advice we’ve packed into this book.
Whether you’re a teen, parent, grandparent, teacher, or coach (or just someone who loves a good story), this episode is for you. Listen and hear why How Teens Win isn’t just a book—it’s a conversation that can change lives.
ATG 192: One Trick to Worry Less That Nobody’s Telling You About
26 Aug 2024
00:15:09
Ever feel like your brain is stuck in a loop of worries? In this episode, I’m sharing one simple trick that will help you worry less and accomplish more.
Here’s how it started: On a Sunday afternoon, the number 5 kept bouncing around in my head. I needed to run 5 miles, but every part of me wanted to bail. My brain was pulling out all the stops to convince me not to do it. But instead of letting those worries win, I decided to flip the script.
In this episode, I’ll show you how repeating a single word helped me get off the couch and out onto the pavement. Join me as I talk about turning our stress into success, one simple step at a time!
ATG 183: How To Finish Any Goal In 4 Words! (Part 2)
24 Jun 2024
00:17:04
Welcome back to the podcast for part 2 of How To Finish Any Goal In 4 Words! In the last episode, we dove into Results and Actions. Now, let's tackle the next two: Time and Motivation. I'll share practical strategies to make the most of your time and keep your motivation high as you work towards your goals. Whether it's writing a book or chasing any other dream, these insights will be your guide. Plus, I'll introduce you to the Finish Journal, a powerful tool I've created to support you every step of the way. Let's keep crushing those goals together! Tune in now!
ATG 93: Unlock Your Genius: How to love and excel at your work with Patrick Lencioni
03 Oct 2022
00:56:37
Why do some people seem to effortlessly thrive at their work while some of us feel like we’re constantly just trying to make it through the week? Patrick Lencioni would tell you that it’s because some of us are excelling in our area of genius, while others of us are trying to tap into strengths we don’t have or don’t enjoy.
Patrick is one of the founders of The Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 12 books, which have sold over 7 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of the Table Group, Patrick spends his time speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health and consulting with executives and their teams. He joins me for a conversation about the six different areas of genius and how you can tap into yours so that your work becomes easier and more enjoyable.
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ATG 92: The Unexpected Gift of Rejection - My wildly hopeful conversation with Nona Jones
26 Sep 2022
00:38:39
Is it really possible to change the future or do our pasts dictate who we are destined to become? Nona Jones would tell you that the future is yours to shape, no matter the circumstances you come from. She had the sort of childhood no one expects good things to come from, so she flipped the script on the world.
Nona is now an international speaker, preacher, author, and the head of global faith-based partnerships at Facebook. She is a graduate of the Presidential Leadership Scholars Program and was named one of Essence Magazine’s “Under 40 Women to Watch.” She most recently served as Secretary of the Florida Juvenile Justice Association Board of Directors and on the Georgia Statewide Human Trafficking Task Force. Presently she leads a church with her husband in Gainesville, Florida. Nona joined me for an incredible conversation about rejection, redemption, and becoming who you were meant to be despite what you have to overcome.
In This Episode: Buy a copy of Nona’s new book! Listen to Nona’s podcast Visit Nona’s Website Follow Nona on social: @nonanotnora. Grab your copy of the 2023 Finish Calendar!
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ATG 91: 3 Signs of Imposter Syndrome
19 Sep 2022
00:29:30
Right now, I’m at the beginning of a three-year writing process for my next book that’s all about bravery. Why bravery? Because after nearly 50 years I discovered that every win, every triumph, and every victory in my life happened in the moments I chose to weather the storms caused by my fears. Every goal you want to achieve is on the other side of a brave decision. That’s why this week we’re talking about a fear that keeps a lot of people from ever starting their dreams: imposter syndrome. We’ll cover why it’s such an insidious force and what you can do to overcome it in the episode.
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ATG 90: Curate and Crank Up Your New Playlist with my two favorite authors (my daughters!)
12 Sep 2022
00:40:33
TikToks and Instagram reels go viral when they have the right soundtrack. Your thoughts are the same way. The loudest, catchiest, most played thoughts are the ones that shape the way we view ourselves, the actions we take, and the results that come from those actions. But what if the thoughts we listen to the most are broken soundtracks? What if the loudest thoughts we have about ourselves aren’t even true?
As adults, we’ve all picked up bad soundtracks along the way, but the students in our lives are still curating their playlists for the first time. They’re still writing the soundtracks they’re going to listen to for the rest of their lives. That's why I wrote my new book, Your New Playlist with my teenage daughters, L.E. and McRae. They join me in a very special episode of All it Takes is a Goal to talk about why mindset is so powerful, how to ditch broken soundtracks, and how to build new ones that will help you overcome challenges and achieve your goals.
In This Episode: Order Jon's new book, "Your New Playlist" and read the first two chapters!
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ATG 89: Life is an emergency; live accordingly - my awe-inspiring conversation with Eric “ET” Thomas
05 Sep 2022
01:16:17
Have you ever felt like you’ve hit a wall in your life? Like you don’t know exactly what you want to do, but you know what you’re doing isn’t it? Eric Thomas grew up in a world that was against him from the start in a lot of ways. At a young age, he found himself homeless and living with no real direction until he realized he had to make a change.
Today, he’s known as ET “The Hip Hop Preacher,” and is a world-renowned speaker, educator, pastor, and audible.com Audie Awards Finalist. He’s taken the world by storm with his creative, common-sense approach to living a successful, satisfying professional and personal life. He joined me for an incredible conversation that will have you ready to run through your walls and break the glass ceilings in your life.
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ATG 88: Overcome Resistance and Embrace Restraint: The secret formula to achieving your dreams with THE Steven Pressfield
29 Aug 2022
01:04:36
Why is following a dream so hard sometimes? You know what you want, and you know what you need to do to achieve it, so why hasn’t it happened yet?
I’m thrilled to have my long-time mentor, Steven Pressfield, join me for an episode all about doing the thing we all want - to live out our dreams. Steven is the bestselling author of countless screenplays, novels, and nonfiction books, including Gates of Fire, Turning Pro, and one of my all-time favorites, The War of Art. In this episode, we talk about taking consistent steps toward your dream, quieting distractions, Obi-Wan Kenobi moments, King Kong, and so much more!
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ATG 87: Interruptions, overwhelming tasks, long goals, and day jobs: How to win 4 situations everyone faces
22 Aug 2022
00:29:36
There are endless distractions that are constantly taking us away from the things we try to accomplish. Some are innocent, like when your kids need help with a school project. Others are more frustrating, like a job that constantly cuts into your personal time.
Regardless of what the distraction is, it makes moving forward with your goals harder. That’s why in this episode, I’m teaching you how to overcome four of the most common things that get in the way of progress: interruptions, overwhelming tasks, long goals, and day jobs. By the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools to keep moving toward the finish line of your goal even when everything is trying to get in the way.
In This Episode: Pre-order "Your New Playlist" and read the first two chapters!
Order Soundtracks, Jon's newest book available wherever you find quality books!
ATG 86: How to get the cheat codes from people smarter than you - Part 2
15 Aug 2022
00:21:41
The number one thing a mentor can give you is cheat codes. That phrase may sound too good to be true, but it isn’t. Great mentors have great cheat codes, and cheat codes make accomplishing your goal a lot easier.
In Part 2 of this special micro-series, we’re wrapping up our conversation on establishing and maintaining a thriving mentor relationship. I’ll share the questions to ask your mentors, what to do if you’re having a hard time finding a mentor where you live, and most importantly, how to accelerate the goals you’re working toward with your mentor.
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ATG 85: How to build your own time machine, aka find a mentor - Part 1
08 Aug 2022
00:28:28
Mentors are like time machines. They’ve been to the future you want, and if you ask them, they’ll tell you how to get there too. In this special two-part micro-series, we’re talking about how to find a mentor, how to maximize the relationship, and how to marry your goals with their expertise. Tune in to learn about the qualities every mentor needs, your responsibilities in the relationship, how to ask a potential mentor to partner with you, and so much more. By the end of this episode, you’ll join the league of time travelers that are shaving entire years off their biggest goals.
In This Episode: Book me to speak at your event or to your team!
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ATG 84: The 4 Mistakes Public Speakers Make & How You Can Avoid Them
01 Aug 2022
00:30:07
Welcome to our final week of Summer School! This week, we’re talking about what I think is the best job in the world, public speaking. I know some of you shuddered just thinking about getting on a stage to talk to people, but before you freak out, hear me out.
You may not have any aspiration to be a professional public speaker (but if you do, you’re going to LOVE this episode), but there will be times in life when you have to communicate your ideas to a group of people. That could be in a team meeting at work, on a Zoom call with a client, or with your family and friends. No matter if you’re speaking to 5 people or 500, I want you to feel confident and maybe even excited, so this week, I’m going to share 4 mistakes to avoid so you can crush your communication every time.
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ATG 182: How To Finish Any Goal In 4 Words! (Part 1)
17 Jun 2024
00:22:57
In this episode of All It Takes is a Goal, I’m excited to share the first two words of my four-word formula for achieving any goal: "Results" and "Actions." I’ll explain why 92% of New Year's resolutions fail and how you can avoid becoming part of that statistic. I’ll show you how to define clear results and take practical actions to reach your objectives, using my book-writing process as an example. Plus, I’ll introduce you to the Finish Journal, a new tool I created with Leuchtturm1917 to help you complete your goals. Tune in and let’s start transforming your goals into accomplishments!
ATG 83: 5 Steps I Use to Write New York Times Bestsellers
25 Jul 2022
00:32:23
Welcome to Week 3 of the Summer School series! This week we’re talking about the five steps I use to write New York Times Bestselling Books. We’ll discuss the common pitfalls most aspiring authors make, the paradoxes of self-publishing, the exact process I use to create my drafts, and so much more! If you want to write a book, you’re going to love this episode.
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ATG 82: 5 stupid simple steps to jumpstart a healthier life
18 Jul 2022
00:24:13
People constantly come up to me and say, “Wow, Jon, you are so tall and fit…how do you do it?” OK, that hasn't happened yet, but I've started doing CrossFit and I'm pretty sure that exercise makes you taller so we'll see.
What people do know about me is that I’m a goal nerd and avid runner that’s crushed a lot of my fitness-related goals. That’s why in week 2 of our special Summer School series I’m going to teach you a few easy ways you can live a healthier life and reach any health goal you have (I promise it doesn’t involve the tr**dm*ll). I hope you brought an apple because class is about to begin.
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ATG 81: 8 wicked easy ways to charge more for your side hustle
11 Jul 2022
00:23:05
Class is in session! Welcome to week one of my special Summer School series. I 'm constantly asked about four different types of goals: side hustles, health, writing and speaking. So, for the next 4 weeks I am going to answer 1 question for each of these topics! Up first, side hustles! Why? Because roughly 90% of the entrepreneurs I interact with don’t charge enough money for what they do. Of that 90%, the majority of them are not just undercharging, they’re grossly undercharging. I would argue that not charging enough is one of the biggest problems facing entrepreneurs right now. That’s why I’m giving you eight ways you can charge more for your side hustle! Try them out and I guarantee you'll start to see the results you want.
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ATG 80: How to change your crazy uncle’s mind about politics - My conversation with David McRaney
04 Jul 2022
01:02:20
Can people actually change their minds? Why does anyone do anything? And what do genies (yes, like the wish-granting-guys-that-live-in-lamps) have to do with it?
David McRaney is an author, journalist, lecturer, and the creator of the blog You Are Not So Smart, which became an internationally bestselling book, later followed by You Are Now Less Dumb. David currently hosts the popular You Are Not So Smart podcast and speaks internationally about irrational thinking and delusion. He joins me for an unforgettable conversation about opening a pet store after a life-altering car crash, the truth about people with off-the-chart IQs, the origin of birthday parties, and so much more. For more from David, check out his latest book, How Minds Change: The Surprising Science of Belief, Opinion, and Persuasion.
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ATG 79: Unoptional Joy - Why prioritizing your happiness is crucial to your success with Valorie Burton
27 Jun 2022
00:46:10
So many of the messages we receive in the world try to convince us that success is the key to happiness. But what if that's backward? America's Life Coach, Valorie Burton, argues that happiness is actually the key to the success we crave, and she's got the research to back it up.
Valorie is a bestselling author of 13 books, podcast host, and the founder of the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute (CaPP). She's served clients all over the world through her speaking, coaching, and writing. She joins me for a conversation on prioritizing your happiness, positive psychology, and resilience strategies that will help you achieve your goals. For more from Valorie, check out her latest book, Let Go of the Guilt!
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ATG 78: Master the art of your craft - My conversation with comedian, Dustin Nickerson
20 Jun 2022
01:01:51
Anyone who has decided to turn their hobby or passion into a career eventually comes to the the realization that what they love doing isn’t just about having fun anymore. That means you have to learn how to excel at it and monetize it, or as Dustin Nickerson would say, “Everyone likes to drive the car, but somebody has to work on it, right?”
Dustin is an author, podcaster, and professional comedian who performs in over 300 shows a year. He’s appeared on Comedy Central, Hulu, Fox, and Netflix alongside Kevin Hart. Dustin joins me for a hilarious conversation about honing your craft, doing the parts of the job that no one likes, the struggles of social media algorithms, and so much more! For more from Dustin, check out his debut book How to Be Married (to Melissa): A Hilarious Guide to a Happier, One-of-a-Kind Marriage.
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ATG 77: The superpower we all have but are terrified to use: Influence - My conversation with Julie Solomon
13 Jun 2022
00:45:38
Whether we admit it or not, we all have something to say. We all have dreams. We’re all trying to build something, achieve something, or communicate something, so why do we constantly sell ourselves short? Why is being honest about what we want and going for it so hard? Julie Solomon sees this happen every day.
Julie is a business coach, speaker, host of the top-rated The Influencer Podcast, and author. She’s spent over a decade helping people align their purpose with their vision to find out what makes them shine while confidently sharing it with the world. She joins me for a conversation about overcoming self-sabotage, confronting the uncomfortable truths about ourselves, healing from messy origin stories, and so much more!
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ATG 76: How to improve the 35,000 choices you make every day – My conversation with Mark Miller
06 Jun 2022
00:45:35
According to psychologists, we make nearly 35,000 decisions in a day. Some are nearly unconscious and automatic, but others have the power to shape our lives. That can feel like a lot of pressure, especially if you’re in a position of leadership. That’s why Mark Miller is on a mission to take the stress out of making choices - no matter how big or small.
Mark Miller is a business leader, best-selling author, and longtime Chick-Fil-A employee. Mark started his Chick-fil-A career working as an hourly team member in 1977. Today, he’s the Vice President of High-Performance Leadership. He began writing almost twenty years ago, and just released his 10th book, Smart Leadership. He joins me for a conversation about becoming an effective leader with impact and influence, which Chick-FIl-A sauce reigns superior, and so much more!
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ATG 75: Go All In: How to quit your job to follow your dreams - my conversation with Tim Schurrer
30 May 2022
00:49:06
We’ve all daydreamed about quitting our 9-5 to pursue our dream job - opening a beachside bookstore, launching a clothing line, buying a bed and breakfast in New England - but what does it actually take to leave your job and make a plan to move forward?
Tim Schurrer knows because he did it not that long ago. Tim was the right hand to Donald Miller for almost a decade as COO of StoryBrand and previously worked at TOMS Shoes and at Apple. When he realized he had dreams to become an author, he eventually quit the job he loved so that he could go all in. He joins me for a conversation about making the map from your day job to your dream job, creating a runway for your transition, and the brass tacks of what chasing your dream really entails. For more from Tim, check out his book that started it all, The Secret Society of Success: Stop Chasing the Spotlight and Learn to Enjoy Your Work (and Life) Again.
In This Episode: Visit Tim Schurrer’s website Discover how to enjoy your work (and life) again when you order Tim’s new book, The Secret Society of Success
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ATG 74: Navigate the Wild Wild West of side hustles like a pro with Joshua Becker
23 May 2022
00:49:39
How do you transition from hobby to full-time side hustle? Nobody knows that better than my guest Joshua Becker.
Joshua is the author of "Things That Matter: Overcoming Distractions to Pursue a More Meaningful Life,” the bestselling author of "The More of Less", "The Minimalist Home", and the founder of Becoming Minimalist. He joins me for a conversation about leaving his job to pursue writing, the hard truths every side hustler needs to hear, and ways to make your entrepreneurial journey smoother.
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ATG 181: 7 Fresh Soundtracks to Deal with Fear!
10 Jun 2024
00:14:24
Do you feel like fear has a bit too much say in your life and thoughts? In this episode, I’m sharing seven new soundtracks to crush the fear that has been getting a vote in your lives and thoughts. You’ll be amazed at the difference it will make when you try these affirmations for a week! Remember, you have to work to find hope, positivity, and joy, but trust me, it’s absolutely worth it. Tune in and let's conquer fear together!
ATG 73: Stop trying to be Ideal You and grow Actual You – My conversation with Marshall Goldsmith
16 May 2022
00:57:33
We all have a version of ourselves we want to be, but can we actually become the ideal version of ourselves? And is that really necessary?
Over the course of his nearly 40-year career, world-renowned executive coach and New York Times bestselling author Marshall Goldsmith has sold millions of copies of his books and coached more than 200 CEOs and their teams. He deeply understands how certain behavioral changes can help you avoid pitfalls on the way to successful careers and lives. He joins me for a conversation about how you can stack the deck in your favor and achieve your best performance in work and in life. For more from Marshall, check out his new book, “The Earned Life, Lose Regret Choose Fulfillment.”
In This Episode: Visit Marshall Goldsmith’s website for more information Buy a copy of Marshall’s new book, The Earned Life
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ATG 72: From College Dropout to CEO: My conversation with Adam Contos
09 May 2022
00:44:17
The only thing that never changes is how much things are always changing. So how do you navigate constant transitions and still reach your goals? Adam Contos is the former Co-Chief Executive Officer and Director of RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. He’s also a former SWAT team commander, Marine, two-time college dropout, and author.
He’s rebuilt his life and his career from the ground up time multiple times and his experience has left him with a lifetime of wisdom on personal growth and leadership. He joins me for a conversation about building systems for success, dealing with major life changes, and leading with impact. For more from Adam, check out his book Start With a Win: Tools and Lessons to Create Personal and Business Success.
In This Episode: Get more info at Adam Contos’ website Take a listen to Adam’s podcast Buy a copy of Adam’s new book, “Start with a Win”
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ATG 71: Reinvent your life, raise millions of dollars, do work that matters - The Scott Harrison Story
02 May 2022
00:57:30
How do you tackle the goals that feel totally insurmountable? Things like ending world hunger, putting a stop to trafficking, or saving an endangered species? This week’s guest understands how intimidating it can be, but that hasn’t stopped him from pursuing his goal of providing clean water to everyone - as in literally every single person on the planet.
Scott Harrison spent almost 10 years as a nightclub promoter in New York City before leaving to volunteer on a hospital ship off the coast of Liberia, West Africa as a volunteer photojournalist. Returning home to New York City two years later, he founded the non-profit organization Charity: Water in 2006. In 15 years, with the help of more than 1 million donors worldwide, Charity: Water has raised over $598 million and funded 79,136 water projects in 29 countries. He joins me to talk about rebuilding his entire life, what saved his nonprofit from bankruptcy, and the power of living a transparent life.
In This Episode: Visit Charity:Water online Watch the video at The Spring Buy a copy of Scott Harrison’s book, Thirst
Visit Leadr to set up a custom demo for your team today and discover why 600+ organizations are already using Leadr to track goals and develop their teams. Use promo code ACUFF to save 20%.
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ATG 70: “I don’t have to. I get to.” My amazing conversation about work, life, and service with Scott Jeffrey Miller
25 Apr 2022
00:48:10
Being a leader, entrepreneur, spouse, parent, or high-achieving person isn’t always easy. Difficult tasks, difficult conversations, and difficult decisions are ever-present, so how do we navigate them with both efficiency and positivity?
Capping a 25-year career as the Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President of Business Development, Scott Jeffrey Miller currently serves as FranklinCovey’s senior advisor on thought leadership. Scott also hosts On Leadership with Scott Miller, the world’s largest and fastest-growing leadership podcast. He joins me for a powerful conversation about reframing the most difficult aspects of your goals, how personal and professional values are your most valuable compass, and the gift of honest communication. For more from Scott, check out his book Master Mentors: 30 Transformative Insights from Our Greatest Minds.
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ATG 69: The messy art of raising modern teenagers - My interview with my 18yo L.E. Acuff
18 Apr 2022
00:46:00
What’s it like being a teenager today? What’s up with Gen Z’s meme obsession? How do you motivate a teenager to have goals? As a parent, I’ve asked myself all these questions, so I decided to ask them to someone who might be able to answer, a real-life teenager, my 18-year-old daughter, L.E. Acuff. L.E. is a senior in high school preparing for her freshman year of college. She’s also a brilliant, trumpet-playing, swim star, and co-author of a book we wrote together. She joined me for a very special conversation to talk about the nuances of social media, the things parents need to stop saying, and tips for parents raising young adults. For more from L.E., pre-order Your New Playlist at acuff.me/playlist!
Read the first chapter of our new book, “Your New Playlist
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ATG 68: How to make 200 million cookies from a college dorm room – My conversation with Tiffany Chen
11 Apr 2022
00:36:50
In 1999, Tiffany Taylor accidentally stood up Leon Chen for a date (she was ice skating at the mall with a friend). As an apology, she baked and delivered a batch of warm cookies, and the concept of warm cookie delivery was born. Shortly afterward, the pair launched Tiff’s Treats with just $20 and a big dream during their sophomore year at the University of Texas. Since then, the founders have married and their business has grown to include 68 stores and more than 1700 employees. Co-founder and author, Tiff Chen, joins me for a conversation on starting the entrepreneurial life at such a young age, dealing with pushback, managing the roles of spouse and business partner and so much more. For more from Tiff and Leon, check out their brand new book, It's Not Just Cookies: Stories and Recipes from the Tiff’s Treats Kitchen.
In this episode: Visit Tiff's Treats at their website
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ATG 67: How to read 100 books in a year
04 Apr 2022
00:24:08
Why is it hard to think of the right thing to say in a meeting? Or to be interesting on a date? Why are you intimated by the blank page as a writer? Because your idea bank is empty. Reading changes that. It fills up your idea bank, and that’s why I want you to be able to read 100+ books in a year. Does that sound impossible? I promise, it’s not. I’ve done it before and there are some very simple steps you can use to make it a lot easier. Whether your goal is 10 books or 100 books this year, I’ll show you how to hit it. I’ve got 28 ways you can crush your reading goal, keep your idea bank full, and keep your creativity flowing.
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ATG 66: Break free from entrepreneurial poverty. My conversation with small business expert Mike Michalowicz
28 Mar 2022
00:50:12
So, you started a business or a side hustle with an amazing vision. It fulfills you and it serves others. You dreamt it would give you plenty of time and money so that you could live the way you please. However, the reality is that you’re not making enough, you’re working your tail off, and your soul is being diminished in the process.
If that’s you, my guest, Mike Michalowicz, the author of the wicked popular "Profit First," would say you’re in entrepreneurial poverty, but he’s here to change that. Mike is a speaker, author, and small business expert. He’s helped thousands of people around the world start businesses they love and grow them into thriving organizations. He joins me for a brutally honest conversation about coming back from extreme losses, prioritizing profit for your business or side hustle, and overcoming “superhero syndrome.” For more from Mike, check out his new book, Get Different.
From This Episode: Visit Mike Michalowicz’s website Buy a copy of Mike’s latest book, Get Different
Visit Leadr to set up a custom demo for your team today and discover why 600+ organizations are already using Leadr to track goals and develop their teams. Use promo code ACUFF to save 20%.
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ATG 65: Do more than just the right thing. My conversation on the surprising power of service with Steven J. Anderson
21 Mar 2022
00:45:19
We all want to do good in the world. We want to be good friends, good parents, good employees, and good leaders, but what would happen if we took it all one step farther? What if you went beyond good in every goal you set for yourself?
Stephen J. Anderson is an internationally known business strategist, entrepreneur, author, and speaker. He's founded more than a dozen growing and diversifying businesses, and he's a big part of the reason I got to open for Dolly Parton at the Ryman Auditorium. He joins me for a conversation on how to go the extra mile during every goal you set for yourself while you serve those around you.
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ATG 64: Go with your head or trust your gut? Your body knows the answer. My mind-blowing conversation with Annie Murphy Paul
14 Mar 2022
00:48:28
Your brain is powerful, but it’s limited. Sometimes it’s able to tell you exactly what you feel, how you can respond to a challenge, or how you can create ideas. Other times, it can’t. Enter Annie Murphy Paul, an acclaimed science writer whose book The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain is a New York Times Editors' Choice and a Washington Post Best Nonfiction Book of 2021.
She believes that we’re using our heads too much and missing the cues the rest of our bodies are giving us to help us navigate everyday life. From being able to focus more, to expressing more creativity, to managing our emotions, your body does a remarkable job of communicating what you need to accomplish all those things and more. The problem is that most of the time, we’re too busy listening to our head. Tune in to our conversation to discover how you can tap into the full potential of your mind and the “extra-neural” resources beyond it.
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ATG 180: How To “Buy Back Your Time” with Dan Martell
03 Jun 2024
00:48:55
How do successful entrepreneurs tackle the challenge of maintaining focus? Join me for a captivating conversation with Dan Martell as we dive into this crucial aspect of entrepreneurship. Dan, a Wall Street Journal best-selling author, entrepreneur, and angel investor, became a highly sought-after coach in the SaaS industry after exiting three technology companies within ten years. Dan shares savvy insights on reclaiming time through hiring strategies and the importance of trust and streamlined systems for personal growth. Tune in to hear about Dan's daily routine and his methods for balancing work and personal life.
Plus, learn about his book, Buy Back Your Time, where he shares even more valuable strategies for reclaiming your most precious resource.
ATG 63: Be where you are, and know where you’re headed. My conversation with the unreasonably available Bob Goff
07 Mar 2022
00:46:26
Leaving a legacy doesn’t happen by accident. It takes strategy, intentionality, and in Bob Goff’s case, seemingly endless generosity. Bob Goff is a recovering lawyer, New York Times bestselling author, Disneyland office resident, and Chief Balloon Inflator of his nonprofit organization, Love Does.
He’s also been a friend of mine for about a decade. It only takes about 13 seconds with Bob to feel more motivated, so after a whole episode with him, you’ll be ready to dream bigger than you ever have. Listen in for a conversation about living generously, accomplishing what’s most important to you, and creating the kind of impact that will outlast your life. For more from Bob, check out his new book Undistracted: Capture Your Purpose. Rediscover Your Joy.
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ATG 62: Oprah, Elon Musk, Tom Brady and how to use the power of charisma in your own life - My interview with Vanessa Van Edwards
28 Feb 2022
00:53:36
Why do some leaders effortlessly earn trust and create environments where we thrive while others come off as sterile and struggle to create a welcoming space? Bestselling author, Vanessa Van Edwards, says it’s because some people have naturally high charisma, or a harmonious blend of warmth and competence, and others have to work to cultivate charisma.
Vanessa is the author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding With People, her TED Talk has over 54 million views, and she’s spent nearly 17 years formulating, researching, and writing her newest book Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication. She joins me in this episode to talk about the science of charisma and how you can use it in your life to be a better leader, entrepreneur, friend, or partner.
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ATG 61: Why the World Needs You to Make a Lot More Money: My conversation with Derrick Kinney
21 Feb 2022
00:45:23
Money isn’t bad… right? Derrick Kinney knows money has the power to create amazing opportunities and experiences for you and the people you care about. So why do so many of us struggle to embrace big financial goals or the desire to acquire more money?
Derrick believes if you’re not making the money you deserve and you’re not making the impact on the world you want to make, you have the power to change that. He joins me in this episode of All it Takes is a Goal to teach you how you can leverage your money in a powerfully good way. For more from Derrick, check out his new book, Good Money Revolution!
From This Episode: You can follow Derrick on Instagram or visit his website Buy a copy of Derrick’s new book, “Good Money: How to make more money to do more good.” Catch up with the Good Money Podcast
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ATG 60: How to be married to a dreamer with Jenny Acuff
14 Feb 2022
00:50:16
How do I get my spouse/significant other to understand and support the big dream I’m chasing?” This is the most asked question my wife Jenny and I get, so after a substantial amount of begging and pleading, I was able to convince her to join me in this very special Valentine’s Day episode.
We share everything 20 years of marriage has taught us about how you and your partner can be a team while you create and pursue projects together. Listen to our conversation to learn about how to balance the “wow” and the “how,” manage each other’s feelings, give constructive feedback to each other, and so much more!
From This Episode: Grab a 2022 Finish Calendar! Enter code JONACUFF at Ukwazi Makadamia to get a free snack-size package of macadamia nuts with any order!
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ATG 59: Debunking the popular (but incorrect) philosophy of “No regrets” - My conversation with Daniel H. Pink
07 Feb 2022
00:46:53
We live in a culture that’s obsessed with living regret-free, but if we’re honest, we all have them. Collectively, it’s the most common negative emotion we experience, so why do we struggle to deal with it so much? That question led New York Times bestselling author, Daniel H. Pink, to ask 16,000 people in 105 countries about their regrets.
He found that this negative emotion has the potential to be used in a powerful and positive way. He joins me in this episode for a conversation about how dealing with your regrets and failures can help you reprioritize your values, make you a better decision maker, and propel your life in a new direction.
From This Episode: Find out more about Dan Pink at his website where you can order The Power of Regret or any of his other books and book him to speak!
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ATG 58: "What do I do now?" How to move forward when your “normal” disintegrates. My interview with Dave Hollis
31 Jan 2022
00:48:50
Dave Hollis is a New York Times best-selling author, host of the popular Rise Together podcast, a keynote speaker, and a business coach on GrowthDay. He’s also a father, the taller half of the Jon & Dave Show, and a good friend of mine. In this special episode, Dave joins me for a conversation about facing fears, creating a new normal, dealing with haters, and his up close and personal experiences with Airbud (yes, the dunking/spiking/touchdown scoring dog). If a few of life’s curveballs have you feeling stuck, Dave has the encouragement that will help you move forward again with confidence.
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ATG 57: Get a grip on your calendar: The last time management tool you’ll ever need
24 Jan 2022
00:25:20
When I ask people what the hardest part of finishing their goals is, the #1 answer is always time management. We’re all too busy, and we all have a finite amount of hours in the day to work with. But would you believe me if I told you that you can create more time? Because you can.
In this episode, I’ll teach you the power of a Time Audit, show you to use it to get a grip on your calendar and create more time to spend doing what matters most. If you’re constantly wishing for more hours in your day, this episode is for you!
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ATG 56: The 5-minute tool that will help you make 30 days of progress
17 Jan 2022
00:24:44
Big goals are accomplished through small actions. That’s why a crucial part of successfully finishing a goal is tracking the little things that keep you moving toward the finish line. In this episode, I’ll teach you how to make an Action Tracker AKA the tool I use to accomplish all my goals. I’ll also share the question I ask myself when I’m tempted to give up on a goal, prompts to help you zero in on exactly what steps you need to take to reach your goal, and so much more!
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ATG 55: Does your New Year’s Resolution have these 3 words yet? It better!
10 Jan 2022
00:22:23
Every successful goal has 4 things in common: results, action, time, and motivation. Results are first on the list for a reason. If you don’t determine where you want to end up, you’ll never know when you’ve crossed the finish line. Listen to this episode for the three simple words that will help you define the results that will measure your success.
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ATG 54: 10 micro goals for massive results
03 Jan 2022
00:29:23
Are you working on a goal that has you feeling stuck? Or maybe it feels really overwhelming or frustrating? If you can relate, chances are, your goal is too big. That’s why this episode is all about the power of a micro-goal, AKA a small goal that generates big results. It’s sort of like having a Roth IRA. You invest small actions over time, and eventually, you’ve got massive dividends. Listen in to learn how to set a micro-goal that can slingshot you over the finish line of 2022.
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ATG 179: Take Your Career From Accidental to Intentional with Scott Miller
27 May 2024
00:42:17
Ready to unlock joy and growth in your career? Join me as I sit down with Scott Miller to explore his new career-focused book, Career on Course. Scott shares invaluable insights from his dynamic professional journey, emphasizing the importance of joy and self-awareness in personal and professional growth. As a multi-passionate individual, he highlights the significance of experimentation to discover what truly resonates. Tune into our conversation about reading habits, productivity, and unlocking your potential. This episode could ignite your next career breakthrough!
ATG 53: How to create fail-proof New Year’s Resolutions
27 Dec 2021
00:37:28
92% of New Years Resolutions fail according to an University of Scranton study. (Did you just think of The Office?) Those are pretty grim odds, but there's a secret I'm sharing in this episode that will help you beat them.
I'll walk you through how to set a fail-proof goal, share how I did on my goals this year (spoiler: I didn't finish them all and that's okay), and tell you about my goals for 2022 so you can see how to set yourself up for success in the new year.
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ATG 52: From “accidental entrepreneur” to the 40 under 40, the side hustlers guide to success with Courtney Hale
20 Dec 2021
00:51:12
When Courtney Hale hosted his first financial literacy program, he had 5 kids in the program. Now, he’s helped thousands of parents and children all over the country understand saving, spending, and finances. Courtney is the Chief Hope Dealer of Super Money Kids, a social-enterprise that designs experiences to improve the financial literacy of youth.
Among numerous awards and recognitions, Courtney has been recognized on the 40 under 40 list and featured on the Ellen DeGeneres Show (yes, THE Ellen DeGeneres show!). Listen to this episode for our conversation on tools every entrepreneur needs, starting a side hustle, being a single dad, and so much more!
From This Episode: Learn more about Super Money Kids on the website and Instagram Catch up with Courtney on Instagram
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ATG 51: Don't be a jerk to the person you spend the most time with - how to be kind to Future You
13 Dec 2021
00:23:40
Have you ever stayed up late scrolling Instagram or YouTube and woken up exhausted? When that happens to me, I always think, "Night Jon screwed Morning Jon." Have you ever decided to change your sheets after you get home from work, only to come home to a completely unmade bed you forgot all about? Morning You screwed Night You. How can you prepare future you for success?
In this episode, I'll answer that question and wrap up our special three-part series with the last gift I want you to give yourself this holiday season. (It's okay if you haven't listened to Parts 1 & 2 yet, I promise you'll be able to follow along!)