

The Jon Gordon Podcast
Jon Gordon
Positive Mindset and Leadership Strategies to Help You Overcome Challenges and Make a Greater Difference! Hosted by bestselling author, Jon Gordon.
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Feb 9, 2020 • 49min
John Ruhlin | How Giftology Can Transform Your Business and Relationships
In this episode of the Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with John Ruhlin, founder of the Rhulin Group and author of Giftology: The Art and Science of Using Gifts to Cut Through the Noise, Increase Referrals, and Strengthen Client Retention. This interview may be one of the most important that you’ll listen to if you want to transform your business and increase your ROR (Return On Relationships). Not only does John Rhulin share some incredibly practical strategies, the overall mindset his ideas represent could change your business and your life. Before we dive in, could you use a daily boost of positivity to help take on the day and overcome the challenges you face? Grab a copy of STAY POSITIVE, the new Wall Street Journal bestselling book by Jon Gordon and Daniel Decker. It’s packed with over 300 inspiring quotes and messages to fuel your life with with positivity. Go to staypositivebook.com to learn more. Last but not least, if you enjoy this podcast make sure you hit that subscribe button and leave us a review. You can also share your favorite takeaways on social. Be sure to tag @jongordon11 on Twitter and Instagram or @jongordonpage on Facebook so Jon can respond and share.

Feb 5, 2020 • 1min
The Real Secret to Work-Life Balance
In this short Positive Moment, bestselling author Jon Gordon shares the real secret to work-life balance. www.jongordon.com

Feb 2, 2020 • 40min
Steve Jacobson | The Principles Behind Fairway Mortgage's Growth and Success
On this episode of the Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Steve Jacobson (@fairwaysteve1), the founder and CEO of Fairway Mortgage. Fairway is one of the top mortgage companies in the country, funding over 39 billion in 2019. They also employ over 7000 people nationwide and have helped thousands of people achieve their dreams of home ownership. This episode is packed with back-to-back takeaways. Steve shares a lot of real-world, practical lessons from what he's learned by leading and growing Fairwary since 1996. Some of those takeaways include: How Steve overcame significant adversity early on to make Fairway what it is today. The importance of discipline in achieving your goals and how daily disciplines create the results long term. Guiding principles that he has used to build Fairway’s culture and sustain their growth and success. 3 Keys that drive Steve as a leader. And much more... Before we dive in, we have a quick question for you… How do you feel about where you are personally and professionally right now? Would you like to be at a better place? Maybe happier, more fulfilled, achieving better results? If so… we want to encourage you to join Jon Gordon's Mentor Coaching Program where Jon teaches a LIVE, interactive group coaching session online each month. We do a deep dive on a variety of topics from personal growth to leadership and more. You also get support via our private Facebook community and bonus session from some of our expert guests. Response from members has been phenomenal. See some of their remarks and learn how you can join now at jongordoncoaching.com. Our next LIVE session is soon! Don’t miss it. Sign up here.

Jan 26, 2020 • 45min
Dave Gordon | A Simple Strategy to Inspire High Performance and Lasting Success
On this episode of The Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Dave Gordon. If that sounds like a familiar name, you're right. As you listen you'll learn why. Dave is the author of the new book, TIP: A Simple Strategy to Inspire High Performance and Lasting Success. TIP isn't just a piece of advice… it's an important acronym to help you get results, manage your reputation and enhance your life. Dave talks about identity, creating your own personal brand, the importance of delivering value to others, why you need to focus on who you are and what you stand for, and much more. A lot of big takeaways here. As special bonus, we want to invite you to watch a free 3-part video series where Jon Gordon shares strategies to help you build a stronger team. These are proven principles and practices that make great teams great. Just go to buildastrongerteam.com to start watching now. Connect with Dave Gordon at: https://davegordon.net/ https://twitter.com/davegordon_9 https://www.instagram.com/davegordon_9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/davegordon9/

Jan 18, 2020 • 39min
Evan Spiegel, CEO of Snap | Technology, Leadership and Positivity in Business
On this episode of the Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Evan Spiegel. Evan is the co-founder and CEO of Snap, which you might know as Snapchat. This is really intriguing conversation. Evan shares how Snapchat got started, where he sees the future of technology going, what he’s learned about leadership and developing culture and much more. I especially loved what Evan shared about Snap’s core values and the importance of positivity in business. It’s powerful, practical stuff! If you want to put proven positive strategies to work for your organization, visit powerofpositiveleadership.com where you can find resources, training and tools to help you become a great leader and create positive results. Last but not least, If you enjoy this interview, make sure you tell a friend and be sure to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes, Google or wherever you podcast. We release a new episode each week.

Jan 12, 2020 • 47min
Ken Blanchard | Servant Leadership and Multiplying Your Influence
Welcome to Jon Gordon’s Positive University Podcast. On this episode Jon talks with Ken Blanchard. Ken has co-authored over 60 books, including The One Minute Manager and Raving Fans. His works have been translated into 40 languages and their combined sales total more than 21 million copies. Beyond the phenomenal insights on servant leadership and influence that Ken shares, one thing that shines through in this episode is Ken’s humility and love for people. He walks his talk and that’s part of what makes him one of the best. Speaking of leadership, if you want to become a great leader who creates positive results, we want to encourage you to attend one of our upcoming 1-day Power of Positive Leadership Trainings where Jon Gordon and our Head of Training, Julie nee will walk you through the proven strategies that make great leaders great. We have events in multiple cities this year or you can bring a training to you. You can find the details at powerofpositiveleadership.com

Jan 5, 2020 • 30min
Molly Fletcher | How to Manage Your Energy
We live in a world obsessed with time, but the real secret is learning how to manage our energy. Our guest today challenges us to show up, be present and put our energy where it counts so that we can live our best, most impactful lives every day. Welcome to Jon Gordon’s Positive University Podcast. On this episode Jon talks with Molly Fletcher. Molly is a popular speaker, the author of multiple books and a successful entrepreneur. Formerly, she was a top sports agents hailed as the “female Jerry Maguire” by CNN as she recruited and represented hundreds of sport’s biggest names. During this interview Molly shares the practical advice from her new book, The Energy Clock: 3 Simple Steps to Create a Life Full of ENERGY - and Live Your Best Every Day. It’s a phenomenal tool to help you perform a personal Energy Audit, live and work with more intention, find focus and get more of what matters most to you. Connect with Molly at https://mollyfletcher.com/ Get Coached by Jon Gordon Now that a new year is here, we want to encourage you to take advantage of our brand new Mentorship Coaching Program. It’s your opportunity to be coached by Jon Gordon himself. Each month Jon will host a live group coaching session online where he’ll teach the latest success strategies for your life and career. Each session features interactive Q&A where you can ask specific questions. There’s also a support community, bonus trainings from other experts, free resources and more. Get the details and sign up at jongordoncoaching.com.

Jan 4, 2020 • 30min
Molly Fletcher | How to Manage Your Energy
We live in a world obsessed with time, but the real secret is learning how to manage our energy. Our guest today challenges us to show up, be present and put our energy where it counts so that we can live our best, most impactful lives every day. Welcome to Jon Gordon’s Positive University Podcast. On this episode Jon talks with Molly Fletcher. Molly is a popular speaker, the author of multiple books and a successful entrepreneur. Formerly, she was a top sports agents hailed as the “female Jerry Maguire” by CNN as she recruited and represented hundreds of sport’s biggest names. During this interview Molly shares the practical advice from her new book, The Energy Clock: 3 Simple Steps to Create a Life Full of ENERGY - and Live Your Best Every Day. It’s a phenomenal tool to help you perform a personal Energy Audit, live and work with more intention, find focus and get more of what matters most to you. Connect with Molly at https://mollyfletcher.com/ Get Coached by Jon Gordon Now that a new year is here, we want to encourage you to take advantage of our brand new Mentorship Coaching Program. It’s your opportunity to be coached by Jon Gordon himself. Each month Jon will host a live group coaching session online where he’ll teach the latest success strategies for your life and career. Each session features interactive Q&A where you can ask specific questions. There’s also a support community, bonus trainings from other experts, free resources and more. Get the details and sign up at jongordoncoaching.com.

Dec 28, 2019 • 41min
Craig Ballantyne | How to Get Unstuck, Stop Procrastinating and Take Control of Your Life
If you want to get unstuck, stop procrastinating and learn how to take control of your life... this episode is for you! Our guest, Craig Ballantyne, reveals his highly successful Perfect Day Formula and how you can use to increase your personal productivity, balance and happiness in life. Craig is the author of multiple books including The Perfect Day Formula, Unstoppable and his new book… The Perfect Week Formula. Craig shows entrepreneurs and executives how to achieve extraordinary results in every area of life and have a bigger impact on the world. Make sure you listen through to the end to hear how you can get a copy of Craig’s Perfect Day Formula book for free. Make 2020 Your Best Year Yet Take advantage of our brand new Mentorship Coaching Program. It's your opportunity to be coached by Jon Gordon himself. Each month Jon will host a live group coaching session online where he’ll teach the latest success strategies. Each session will feature an important topic and will include interactive Q&A where you can ask specific questions. There’s also a support community, bonus trainings, free resources and more. Get the details and sign up at jongordoncoaching.com.

Dec 22, 2019 • 43min
Chris Herren | A former NBA Star's Journey from Addiction to Recovery
On this episode of the Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Chris Herren. Chris is a former NBA basketball player with a powerfully moving story! Rolling Stone profiled him, 60 Minutes interviewed him, and the Denver Nuggets drafted him. When the Boston Celtics acquired his contract, he lived the dream of every Massachusetts kid - but off the court... Chris was secretly crumbling, as his alcohol and drug use escalated and his life spiraled out of control. He nearly lost everything and everyone he loved... and one day, for a time he cannot remember, he even lost his life. Chris’ life is more than a cautionary tale. Listen all the way through to hear the rest of the story. FEATURED RESOURCE: Our featured resource this week is our brand new Mentorship Coaching Program that is launching in January 2020. It's your opportunity to be coached by Jon Gordon himself. Each month Jon will host a live group coaching session online where he’ll teach the latest success strategies. Each session will be feature an important topic and will include interactive Q&A where you can ask questions. There's also a support community and bonus trainings. Get the details and sign up at jongordoncoaching.com.