The Double Win

JON GORDON: The Real-World Power of Positive Leadership

Nov 20, 2024

Jon Gordon, bestselling author and speaker on positivity, shares his inspiring journey from negativity to a thriving life. He discusses practical strategies for fostering positive energy in teams and individuals while emphasizing the necessity of taking ownership of one’s thoughts and actions. Jon highlights the transformative power of gratitude and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, especially amid adversity. He also explores balancing career ambitions with family life, advocating for nurturing personal relationships to achieve true fulfillment.

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Quick takeaways

Jon Gordon emphasizes the transformative power of positivity in overcoming personal and professional challenges, advocating for a mindset shift to drive success.

Engaging in transparent communication and addressing difficult conversations is essential for effective leadership and fostering accountability within teams.

Recognizing and mitigating the influence of 'energy vampires' is crucial for creating a supportive team culture that promotes collective success.

Deep dives

Transformative Journey from Negativity to Positivity

The speaker shares a personal journey that highlights the significant turning point in his life, which stemmed from the threat of losing his marriage due to his negative mindset. This pivotal moment forced him to confront his failures and assess his path, culminating in a deep dive into positive psychology. Through research and intentional practice, he committed to changing his outlook and became determined to spread positivity to others. This transformation process began with self-reflection, leading to his eventual career in writing and speaking, which has inspired countless individuals.

Intro

2min

Transforming Negativity into Positivity

20min

The Strength of Positivity Amidst Negativity

3min

Cultivating Positive Leadership

17min

The Balancing Act of Family and Career Success

4min

Achieving the Double Win: Signs of Fulfillment and Rituals for Success

2min

Transformative Public Speaking and Leadership

6min

In this episode of The Double Win Show, Michael Hyatt and Megan Hyatt Miller talk with Jon Gordon, bestselling author of The Energy Bus and The Power of Positive Leadership. Jon shares his journey from negativity to a thriving, positive life and the principles he’s developed to help teams and individuals succeed.

From practical strategies for fueling positive energy to addressing the root causes of negativity, Jon’s wisdom is a must-hear for leaders striving to win at work and succeed at home.

Memorable Quotes

“Every one of us is going to have to overcome negativity, adversity, and challenges to ultimately define ourselves and our team's success. And the main message is: You have to overcome negativity with positivity.”
“You’re the driver. You decide the kind of ride it’s going to be… It’s all about ownership.”
“You write down your success of the day and every night you go to bed a success. Every morning you wake up a success. You’re now creating more and more success because what you focus on starts to show up more in your life.”
“The root for the Greek word ‘anxious’ means to separate and divide. And so someone who’s anxious, they feel separate and divided. What does fear do? Divides.”
“The change happened when I started to take walks of gratitude every day because I read you can’t be stressed and thankful at the same time.”
“You’re not the thoughts you think—you’re the thoughts you believe. Negative thoughts are going to come in all the time. What thoughts are you believing and what stories are you choosing to believe about yourself?”
“There’s a feeling that you’re winning [at work and at home] and yet at the same time, you’re probably always going to feel like. ‘What can I do better? And how can I do this more in both places?’ I call it positive discontent.”

Key Takeaways

You’re the Driver: Own your energy and your impact. Leaders set the tone for their teams and must model positivity.
Fuel Your Energy Daily: Practices like gratitude walks, journaling, and prayer can help leaders stay energized and engaged.
Address Negativity Head-On: Successful leaders confront issues directly, fostering accountability and growth without demeaning their teams.
Build Positive Team Cultures: Principles like “No Complaining Without a Solution” and “Love + Accountability” transform how teams function.

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