

One Percent Better
Joe Ferraro
Imagine how your life would be transformed if you could get 1% better every day. Every week since 2017, your host Joe Ferraro (@FerraroOnAir) releases a new episode designed to help you improve your mindset, language, and behavior.
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Sep 20, 2020 • 58min
Ep. 152: 1% Better Excellence Chasing w/ Sue Enquist
Today's conversation is with a living legend in the world of coaching and teaching. Sue Enquist is an 11-time National Champion and a six-time Hall of Famer. Along that journey, she has empowered thousands of women first hand, and inspired millions of young men and women from a distance. Implementing a portion of the mindset, language, and behavior that Sue lives on a daily basis will change your life 1% at a time. Sue: Was close friends with John Wooden Developed a station in practice dedicated to failure recovery Worries our kids' best skill sometimes is being careful Opens up about the lowest moment in her career Describes her relationship with being 1% better Preaches the value of strong voice and weak voice This one is special. Email me at Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thank you for listening! --JF

Sep 13, 2020 • 9min
Ep. 151: How to Fight a Ninja
This week I call upon teachers everywhere to keep at it. Keep making a difference in the lives of young people. We can do this. We are doing this. Today's episode is about how upgrading our mindset and out language in these unprecedented times will help so many get 1% better. Email Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com to tell me your thoughts. As always, thanks for listening! --JF

Sep 6, 2020 • 58min
Ep. 150: 1% Better Work Ethic w/ Joe Ferraro Jr.
Today's conversation is with one of the best businessmen in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. He's a National Champion, a restaurateur, and my best friend. He also happens to be my father. It's a milestone episode, and one that will help you get 1% better. We talk about: Work ethic Our mutual love of food What it's like to coach your own kids The realities of owning a restaurant The importance of family And much more. Email me and let me know what you think Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --JF

Aug 30, 2020 • 11min
Ep. 149: Why Aren't We Asking More Questions?
Email me with your theory Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com Stay tuned for a very special Episode 150 next week. As always, thanks for listening! --JF

Aug 23, 2020 • 60min
Ep. 148: 1% Better Conversations w/ Roy Firestone
Today's conversation is with one of the best interviewers of all-time. Roy Firestone has interviewed over 5,000 people. He has appeared in films, hosted multiple television shows, and has recently released his brand new podcast. Roy shares stories, impersonations, and lessons learned, including: The importance of conversation in 2020 The trait most of the celebrities he has interviewed share What makes a great question Roy's favorite Muhammad Ali story and much more. Check out Roy's interview with Wilt Chamberlain Buy Roy's Book As always, thanks for listening! --JF

Aug 16, 2020 • 7min
Ep. 147: How to Tell Your Father You Love Him
It's a secret. It might just change your life. Press play to hear it. Email me and tell me how it went Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com --JF

Aug 9, 2020 • 1h 6min
Ep. 146: 1% Better Coaching Language w/ Nick Winkelman
This is one of my favorite conversations. Nick Winkelman is an elite communicator. His work title is The Head of Athletic Performance & Science of Irish Rugby , but his methods and research touch all aspects of communication and connection. His book not only has my favorite title of the year, but is a readable, scientifically-researched manual for all coaches who want to help their athletes move 1% better. Reach out to Nick on Twitter and tell him I sent you. Email me to tell me what you thought Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --JF

Aug 2, 2020 • 11min
Ep. 145: The Audio Brain Dump
Today I share a practice that has helped me get 1% better. The audio brain dump. It's not an elegant name for a technique that will help achieve more creativity, productivity, and clarity, but it works. Listen to how I do it, then try it for yourself. Email me at Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com to let me know how it worked. As always, thanks for listening! --JF

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Jul 26, 2020 • 1h 1min
Ep. 144: 1% Better Creative Survival w/ William Deresiewicz
I am happy to welcome back to the show, author William Deresiewicz. This is a deep conversation about what artists and creators are struggling with in today's digital economy. Interesting Links: Buy Bill's Book My first conversation with Bill Is Food Art? (57: 34) Bill and Stephen Colbert Email me Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening. --JF

Jul 19, 2020 • 54min
Ep. 143: Looking Back & Looking Ahead w/ Darren Gurney
Who did you want to be 20 years ago? My guest today Darren Gurney knew me when I was 21 years old, and the head coach of a college baseball team. I hope my conversation with Darren will motivate you to examine who you were, and who you are in the process of becoming. It's certainly not too late to change course and get 1% better. 1% Better Links Meet Lute Croy Discover Ken Scott Check out Darren's Book Time-stamped Recommendations: How to become a better writer 47:19 The best starter book on Economics 43:10 Darren on confidence 48:10 Darren's one piece of signature content 43:44 Darren's favorite meal 49:09 Email me at Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com Thanks for listening, --JF