The more I know, the less I know.  Can you relate to that? This year marks the end of my 22nd year as an English teacher. I feel like I am just now getting the hang of it. The more time I spend thinking about what's best for my students, the less certain I feel that I know what that is.   This week I invite you to think along with me. How do you feel about: Homework Dress code Whole-class novels Formal writing Deadlines When you think about what is best for learners, what are the best practices around each of these big ideas? Yes these are questions about schooling, but I hope you can see the bigger picture as it relates to personal growth, self-improvement, lifelong learning, and getting 1% better every day.  Email me Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com and let me know what you think. I want to hear from you. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe  PS: Head HERE if you need some damn good coaching. 

This week I share my conversation with one of the positive leaders I have ever met. You could hate baseball and still find value in my conversation with Jeremy Sheetinger. He's positive, charismatic, and intentional, & today he's here to help you get 1% better. We discuss: His commitment to his organization's mental health His recent National Championship victory How four years away from the game transformed him  The value of putting people first  The unprecedented award he received this year  and much more. This is a damn good conversation. As always, thanks for listening to Episode 190! --Joe 

This week I tell a true story and challenge you to answer two questions.  The story involves me getting paid to eat food and write about it. The two questions are those I asked myself right before I accomplished this dream. I am giddy about the benefits asking and answering these two questions could have in your life.  They work, and I can keep a secret so... Email me to brag at Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com I cannot wait to know what happens next.  As always, thanks for listening! --Joe PS: One of the three coaching slots I have open this summer was taken by a college student in Massachusetts looking to crush upcoming internship interviews. If you need to communicate who you are to strangers, COME SEE ME.   

Today's conversation is with one of the most legendary advertising minds of all time.  Rory Sutherland looks at the world differently.  His book Alchemy is one of the most original collections of ideas I have ever read.  Today's conversation is wide-ranging.  From advertising to education. From fashion to technological wonders. From politics to innovation. I can't wait to hear what you think. Rory on Twitter If you are interested in learning more about one of the three remaining coaching opportunities I am offering this summer, head HERE. As always, thanks for listening to Episode 188! --Joe   

This week it's listener questions! If you have questions for a future episode head HERE. Here are the questions I answered today: (2:17) For recent college graduates feeling the effects of COVID on the job market how do you recommend staying motivated and finding that dream job? Or do you not reach for that dream job and settle for something less? (6:55) I found one of the hardest things to do as a coach was to figure out how much time needed to be spent with each player. And if I spent more time with a player because I knew it would benefit the team did the other players realize what I was doing?  Thoughts? (10:11) What’s the difference between episodes you prepare for versus those you’re purely present for (but maybe less prepared)?  (12:08) If there is one recipe your parents made while growing up that you absolutely loved, but you had to change it today to “upscale” it for a cooking show, what would that recipe be and how would you upscale it? (15:48) Tell me about the moment that made you fall in love with having great conversations.  (18:03) How can you appropriately re-direct a conversation after being asked a question that gets you absolutely nowhere? Meta level question: can you unlock better questions from someone with better responses?  (22:02) How do you feel about sangria? Bonus: (27:45) Kabobs are evil Full KWB Radio Episode w/ Sangria Rant As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

I begin today's episode with a confession.  Click play to hear what I admit. After that formality is out of the way, Amber gives us an inside look into what makes the Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football program tick. She has spent years in the locker room, on the sidelines, and on the practice fields with one of the most successful programs in sports history.  We talk about: The Notre Dame process The evolution of Head Coach Brian Kelly What the New Orleans Saints got in quarterback Ian Book The thing Amber likes least about Notre Dame  and much more.  If you are craving more of her work, here are two great places to find her: Work with Amber Me on Amber's Podcast Email me if I can be of service Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening to Episode 1861 --Joe     

A distillery is place where legendary spirits are created.  That process can be messy, especially during the experimenting phase.  But making great whiskey can be systematized. With intentional choices and careful notes, the process can be repeated and taught to others.  That's what I do. I have studied the best conversationalists in the world and I want to share what they do to produce damn good conversations every time.  Today I highlight the work of three hosts and three guests.  Each play their part in creating compelling conversations.  It's craft, not fame that makes their work brilliant.  Today, I tease out and share what makes these conversations work.  These lessons can change the way you connect with others forever. Enjoy.  Check out the full conversations here: Jon Gold with Ben Freakley Charles Schultz with Jenny Rearick Mark J. Silverman with Jeff Hoffman Let me know what you think Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --Joe   

My guest today has published 774 podcast episodes.  Mitch Joel is a prolific speaker, author, and creator of all things audio.  In his own words, Mitch has been "collecting conversations" for decades. His first professional interview was with Tommy Lee of Motley Crue and he has not looked back. He's been named to Dr. Marshall Goldsmith's "100 Coaches" list, and has received countless awards in the audio and video space.  Today we get into: The difference between an interview and a conversation Mitch's conversation preparation process  The tug of war between audio and video content Our mutual love of Montreal How we see crafting and asking questions differently and much more. Drop me a note Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com to let me know what you thought of this damn good conversation. As always, thanks for listening to Episode 184! --Joe 

Conversations don't have to suck. We have been brainwashed by the words and actions of those around us to believe that most conversations must be dull.  Bullsh*t. The mindset shift I share here could change your life forever.  Every time the late Jimmy Valvano took the stage, he inspired us.  Today I share one way that his words and life have helped to transform every conversation I have.  Take the challenge he left us with and inject it directly into your life.  Let me know how it works Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com Here are the damn good conversations I mentioned in today's episode if you want to take a spin down memory lane: The Full Convo with Tears The Full Convo with Laughs As always, thanks for listening to Episode 183! --Joe 

The late Jimmy Valvano once asked us to: laugh, cry, and think each day.  I have taken that advice to heart and have tried to apply it to conversations.  You'll hear all three in this damn good conversation. In addition to Julie and I enjoying the heck out of this conversation, we talk about heavy topics like: Race relations in the United States Life for young people in the pandemic What it means to be an adult Why Julie calls adulthood "delicious"  and much more.  If you enjoy this one, go back and listen to Episode 12 to hear Our 1st Conversation. In the meantime, reach out if I can be of help. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe