The Jon Gordon Podcast

Jaime Villalovos is an incredibly successful entrepreneur, who overcame a difficult upbringing to make seven figures, using that to propel her philanthropy and provide for her family. In this episode of Positive University, Jon and Jaime discuss how to build your story, overcome adversity and continue to dream big, always striving to achieve more for the better of others. Purchase Jaime’s book here: https://happyandstrong.com/book/

In this episode of Positive University, Jon and Pastor Jerry Flowers Jr. discuss many of the issues and topics that our society is dealing with today. These include balancing your work and home life, mental health, relationship issues during the pandemic, and how to handle disappointment and hardships that are bound to come into your life. Pastor Flowers provides incredible insight from not only personal stories, but also logical and spiritual perspectives to help have better understanding of God and why things happen on Earth. Connect with Jerry at https://www.jerryflowersministries.com/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jerryflowers.jr/

This episode of Positive U is very special as Jon Gordon is joined by one his greatest heros, Ken Blanchard. Ken is author of The One Minute Manager, among several other books, and is regarded as the greatest business teacher of all time. In this episode, Jon and Ken discuss what it takes to be a servant leader, getting your ego out of the way, and how to remind yourself daily that it is “we, not me”. Buy Ken’s book “Simple Truth’s of Leadership” here. This episode is brought to you in part by LEADR: People Want To Be Led & Developed, Not Managed. That’s why I’m excited to tell you about Leadr. It’s a people development software designed to help you engage and grow your team by developing leaders at every level of your organization. Leadr enables you to have consistent one-on-ones, giving and receiving feedback, setting clear goals, and so much more. It's time to transform people management into people development. You can request your custom demo at leadr.com. Mention the Positive University Podcast for 20% off your first year. 

In this episode Jon is joined by Growth Architect and Business Strategist, Beate Chelette. Beate has made a name for herself by creating frameworks and blue prints for entrepreneurs and businesses, in order for them to appeal to the market they intend to. Over the course of the episode, Beate provides wonderful insight on how to be perceived the way you want to be, what mistakes entrepreneurs commonly make, and how to own who you are. This episode is brought to you in part by LEADR: People Want To Be Led & Developed, Not Managed. That’s why I’m excited to tell you about Leadr. It’s a people development software designed to help you engage and grow your team by developing leaders at every level of your organization. Leadr enables you to have consistent one-on-ones, giving and receiving feedback, setting clear goals, and so much more. It's time to transform people management into people development. You can request your custom demo at leadr.com. Mention the Positive University Podcast for 20% off your first year. 

Forget hustle harder. Forget a mandatory 5 a.m. wake-up. Forget outlining your life plan in six-month, one-year, and five-year spans. We're living in a cultural shift as we reframe our perspectives around the purpose of work, what work/life balance really means, and how we want to spend our time on this planet.  In this episode of the Positive University Podcast, Jenna Kutcher joins Jon Gordon to talk about redefining success, cutting through the noise, reevaluting what's most important to you and living a life that truly matters.  Be sure to grab a copy of Jenna's new book "How Are You, Really?: Living Your Truth One Answer at a Time," which is available anywhere books are sold including Amazon.  Sponsor Resource: Delegate to Elevate! When it comes to experiencing growth in your business, you have to think differently about how you run it. You canʼt keep doing everything on your own; you have to delegate. This FREE ebook from our friends at Belay Solutions tells you how. Download it at https://belaysolutions.com/positive Or just text the word POSITIVE to 55123 for your free copy today. That’s P-O-S-I-T-I-V-E to 55123. About Jenna Kutcher: Jenna Kutcher is a born-and-raised Minnesota wife, mother, and entrepreneur who aims for two things daily: helping others wake up to life and staying in comfy pants. Creator and host of the top-rated The Goal Digger podcast, she’s helped thousands redefine success and chase bold dreams through her decade-long work as a leading online educator. Want to know how she’s really doing? Follow her latest at www.jennakutcher.com.

Jon Gordon is joined on this episode by Brian Cuban, the younger brother of Dallas Mavericks owner and entrepreneur Mark Cuban. While Brian was a lawyer he struggled with drug addiction that stemmed from childhood trauma. However, Brian has used his hardships to learn how to love himself, and strive to leave a positive impact on the world today. Jon and Brian discuss topics including trauma, addiction, and body image, stressing the importance of not only loving yourself, but reminding yourself that there are people that love you and want to listen to you. You just have to let them in. Sponsor Resource: Delegate to Elevate! When it comes to experiencing growth in your business, you have to think differently about how you run it. You canʼt keep doing everything on your own; you have to delegate. This FREE ebook from our friends at Belay Solutions tells you how. Download it at https://belaysolutions.com/positive Or just text the word POSITIVE to 55123 for your free copy today. That’s P-O-S-I-T-I-V-E to 55123.

In this episode, Jon Gordon is joined by Dr. Myron Rolle. Dr. Rolle was a standout football player at Florida State University, and was drafted by the Tenneesee Titans in 2010. Not only is Dr. Rolle a star athlete, he is also a recipient of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, giving him the opportunity to study at Oxford University before being drafted. Now Dr. Rolle is a neurosurgeon at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. Over the course of the episode Jon and Myron discuss topics ranging from transitioning from football to the medical field, dealing with racial discrimination, and the faith that drives Dr. Rolle every day in all aspects of his life. Get Myron's book "The 2% Way: How a Philosophy of Small Improvements Took Me to Oxford, the NFL, and Neurosurgery." Available at Amazon or anywhere books are sold.  This episode is brought to you in part by LEADR: People Want To Be Led & Developed, Not Managed. That’s why I’m excited to tell you about Leadr. It’s a people development software designed to help you engage and grow your team by developing leaders at every level of your organization. Leadr enables you to have consistent one-on-ones, giving and receiving feedback, setting clear goals, and so much more. It's time to transform people management into people development. You can request your custom demo at leadr.com. Mention the Positive University Podcast for 20% off your first year. 

Jon Gordon is joined by Jim Rome. Often regarded as being on the Mount Rushmore of sports media, Jim provides incredible insight on his journey to the top. After decades spent working on his craft and showing what it really means to have grit, Jim Rome shares what gives him the extra motivation to continue to prove himself to this day. It's not just about the will, it’s also about the work. Jim's message is profound and will inspire you to go to the next level.  Connect with @jimrome on social.  Be sure to listen to Jim Rome’s podcast, The Reinvention Project. Our featured resource today is our free Positive Leadership Challenge. It's a FREE 7-Day Challenge to Help You Become a Better Leader and Create Positive Results! Each day we'll send you a simple lesson with actionable strategy you can use to help build a great culture, unite your organization in the face of change and adversity, develop a connected and committed team and achieve superior results. It's 100% free to join and you can get instant access now positiveleadershipchallenge.com

Jon Gordon is joined by Tanya Dalton. Often described as a mix between Brené Brown and Stephen Covey, Tanya is a best-selling author, speaker, and nationally recognized productivity expert. She's also the founder and CEO of inkWELL Press Productivity Co. a multi-million dollar company providing tools that work as a catalyst in helping women do less while achieving maximum success. Today Tanya talks about: - how to create a map to your ideal future; - actionable strategies to move forward with confidence; - simple shifts to turn unexpected obstacles into opportunities; and more.  If you enjoy this, make sure you pick up a copy of Tanya's latest book… ON PURPOSE. It's available anywhere books are sold.  *** This episode is brought to you by BELAY - Download their Delegate To Elevate ebook for free. You'll earn how to reclaim time to focus on that which only you can do by delegating your to unleash the powerful, multiplying effects of entrusting others. To claim this offer, just text the word POSITIVE to 55123 for your free copy today. That’s P-O-S-I-T-I-V-E to 55123. *** Our featured resource today is our free 7 Day Positive Leadership Challenge. Each day you’ll receive a short lesson via email with a simple action that you take that day to be a positive leader. Sign up for free at positiveleadershipchallenge.com 

On this episode of the Positive University Podcast Jon Gordon is joined by David Pollack. David is a Former NFL player and University of Georgia standout and currently serves as an analyst on ESPN’s Award winning College GameDay. Jon and David cover a lot of ground in this conversation... everything from bringing back the joy to youth sports, creating family goals (which is really powerful), creating balance in our kids lives, why attitude and effort is more important than the wins and losses, biggest mistakes parents make and more. If you’re a parent, coach or just want to get a fresh perspective on life... you’re going to really enjoy this.  Our featured resource today is our Free Positive Leadership Challenge. It’s A FREE 7-Day Challenge to Help You Become a Better Leader and Create Positive Results! Each day you’ll receive an email with a lesson and one simple action that you take that day to be a positive leader. Sign up for instant free access now at positiveleadershipchallenge.com