

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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Jun 14, 2020 • 40min
The Beauty of Conflict | CrisMarie Campbell & Susan Clarke
On this episode of the Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon is joined by CrisMarie Campbell and Susan Clarke. CrisMarie and Susan are the authors of the new book, "The Beauty of Conflict: Harnessing Your Team's Competitive Advantage." And that's exactly what they are sharing with us today. How to work through the tension of opinions and personalities clashing so that something new and amazing emerges from it. Connect with CrisMarie and Susan here. As always, if you enjoy this episode please share it with others. We'd love to hear your feedback too. You can leave a review on iTunes or tag @jongordon11 on social. This episodes featured resource is our free Power of a Positive You action. It's a 7 step action plan to help you make positive changes in your life. Download it for free at jongordon.com/plan

Jun 12, 2020 • 44min
Mastering the Shifts Life Throws at You
On this episode Jon Gordon is joined by Anthony Trucks. Anthony is a foster child, former NFL player, America Ninja Warrior, Entrepreneur, speaker and more. He's a guy who doesn't really fit into a box and that's part of what makes him stand out, as you'll hear him talk about today. Despite having success in many areas of his life, Anthony had a lot of struggle too and lost his identity along the way... which ultimately almost caused him to lose his life. After research, experimentation, and a lot of self reflection Anthony learned how to master the shifts that life threw at him so that he could become who he was truly created to be. And that's what he's going to share with you. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to share with others. Tag Jon and Anthony on social. @jongordon11 + @anthonytrucks Connect with Anthony at https://www.anthonytrucks.com/ We'd also appreciate you leaving a review on iTunes. While you're there, be sure to subscribe so you get notified of every new episode when they drop. Our featured resource this week is DAILY POSITIVE. It's a free daily quote or short message to encourage you and help you take on the day. Sign up for free at dailypositive.com

Jun 10, 2020 • 37min
Kavon Massenburg| From Prison to Purpose
On this episode of The Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon is joined with Kavon Massenburg. Kavon's story is remarkable. This brilliant 25 year old went from dealing drugs, hanging out with gangs and getting shot in the head, to dealing hope and inspiration to the world. From discovering your purpose to defeating limiting beliefs, Kavon's entire message will inspire you. His 3 steps to finding purpose is amazing. Also loved his analogy about the combination to opening the safe. You definitely need to have your note pad or notes app open for this one! If you find value in what Kevon shares, don't keep it to yourself. Share this episode with others. Tag Jon and Kevon on social. @jongordon11 -- @kavonmassenburg As you'll hear Kavon share, it's never to late to become who you were created to be. What you think is what you become. A tool to help you fuel up with positivity for your work and your life is Jon Gordon's free weekly newsletter. You can sign up at JonGordon.com

Jun 7, 2020 • 28min
Celebrity Hypnotist Reveals How to Enhance Your Mindset
On this episode of the Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon is joined by Ricky Kalmon. Ricky is a mindset expert, motivational speaker and celebrity hypnotist. Ricky mindset message and techniques will change the way you live, work, and think. Ricky's hypnotized entire teams before and during this interview he pulls back the curtain to share how and why what he does works. It's truly fascinating. Connect with Ricky at https://rickykalmon.com/ If you enjoy this episode, be sure to share it and rate it on iTunes or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also subscribe to the Positive University Podcast for free so that you get notified of all future episodes. We release them each week. Our featured resource this week is our upcoming Power of Positive Leadership LIVE Virtual Training online. Now, more than ever, our world needs positive leaders to help move us forward. Learn the proven strategies, principles and practices to lead positive and create results. Go to POPLTraining.com to learn more. You can also learn how to join our team and become a certified trainer so that you can bring this message to others.

Jun 3, 2020 • 33min
Doc Rivers | Conflict and Communication
Welcome to Jon Gordon's Positive University Podcast. On this episode Jon is joined by Doc Rivers. Doc is an NBA Championship winning coach. He played 13 very successful seasons in the NBA before becoming the head coach of the Orlando Magic and then the Boston Celtics which he lead to a 2008 NBA Championship. He is currently the Head Coach of the Los Angeles Clippers. Doc shares incredible insights about what's going on now right now in our society, the importance of communicating with your team, what he's learned from his parents and his core principles as a coach, and more. If you enjoy this episode, share it with others. Be sure to tag @jongordon11 so we can share. If you want to learn more about how to improve the communication on your team or have difficult conversations, grab a copy of Jon's bestselling book The Power of a Positive Team. It's available anywhere books are sold and at powerofapositiveteam.com

May 31, 2020 • 49min
Derwin Gray | Finding True Happiness
On this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon is joined with Derwin Gray. A former NFL player for the Indianapolis Colts and Carolina Panthers, Derwin is the founding and lead pastor of Transformation Church. He is the author of multiple books including his latest, The Good Life, which you can order anywhere books are sold. And that's exactly what Jon and Derwin are talking about today. How to live the good life and find true happiness. If you enjoy this episode, let others know by posting about it on social. Tag Jon (@jongordon11) and Derwin (@derwinlgray). And be sure to subscribe to The Positive University Podcast on iTunes or whenever you listen so you don't miss an episode. It's 100% free and we release new episodes weekly. This week's featured resource, in addition to Derwin's awesome new book which you should definitely get (hint hint) is Jon Gordon's Mentor Coaching Program. Each month Jon host a LIVE 1 hour teaching with interactive Q&A online. Topics range from personal to professional development. We also bring in expert guests. It's really powerful because it's focused on helping you not just learn but also to take action! Our next LIVE session is coming up soon. Get details and sign up at JonGordonCoaching.com

May 30, 2020 • 36min
Chadd Wright | A Navy SEAL's Lessons for Life
On this episode of The Positive University Podcast Jon Gordon talks with Chadd Wright. Chadd grew up obsessed with becoming a Navy SEAL but when the Navy discovered a rare cyst on his heart, he was disqualified. Chadd refused to give up, ultimately finding a surgeon willing to perform a procedure that many wouldn't because it was too risky. The Cyst was removed and Chadd went on to realize his SEAL dream, serving over the next decade as a Team Leader on multiple deployments to conflict zones across the world. He became a SEAL instructor. A Master Training Specialist. Chadd even served as a presidential bodyguard. Now retired from the military, Chadd has found new life as an elite athlete and seeker of mind-body mastery. His story is fascinating as are the lessons he's learned and that he shares with us today. Connect with Chadd at https://3of7project.com/ Or @chadwright278 on Instagram. If you enjoy this episode, let us know. Tag @jongordon11 on social and be sure to subscribe to the Positive University Podcast on iTunes or wherever you listen. Rate it and leave us a review too!

May 24, 2020 • 33min
Anthony ONeal | How to Go to College Debt Free
If you want to learn how to go to college debit free or destroy the student loan debit you already have… this episode is for you! Welcome to Jon Gordon's Positive University Podcast. On today's episode Jon Gordon talks with Anthony Oneal. Anthony is a bestselling author, speaker and Ramsey Personality (as is Dave Ramsey). Anthony helps students make smart decisions with their money, relationships and education. In this conversation Anthony shares some of the keys to avoiding student debt or paying off student loans faster. Even if you aren't a student yourself, the mindset and practices Anthony shares about money and debit is super important. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to the Positive University Podcast on iTunes or wherever you list. It's 100% free and we release new episodes each week with the best of the best to help YOU get better. Speaking of getting better, if you want to improve your personal and professional life, join us for Jon Gordon's Mentor Coaching program. Each month Jon hosts a live interactive teaching online with Q&A. He covers a specific success strategy with an emphasis on helping you take action so that you can apply what you learn and create results. Go to jongordoncoaching.com to learn more and sign up.

May 23, 2020 • 23min
Mike Robbins | Creating High Performance, Trust, and Belonging
On this episode of The Positive University podcast, Jon Gordon talks with Mike Robbins. Mike is a sought after speaker, consultant and the author of multiple books including FOCUS ON THE GOOD STUFF and his latest book, WE'RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER. Mike and Jon talk about how to create a team culture of high performance, trust and belonging. It's a phenomenal conversation with some really great takeaways! Be sure to grab a copy of Mike's new book. It's available anywhere books are sold. Details at https://mike-robbins.com/together/ Connect with Mike at https://mike-robbins.com/ Our featured resource this week is Jon Gordon's free Power of a Positive You 7 Step Action Plan. It's a simple plan to help you take action and make positive changes in your life. You can download it now at jongordon.com/plan

May 20, 2020 • 32min
Jon Gordon | How to Win the Battle of Your Mind
In this episode of The Positive University Podcast, Jon Gordon shares How to Win the Battle of Your Mind by revealing the 5 D's that sabotage us and how to overcome them. This message is a conversation between Jon and our friend Jason Cullum. It's based on the principles from Jon's new book THE GARDEN: A Spiritual Fable About Ways to Overcome Fear, Anxiety, and Stress. Read Jon's New Book Now, Before it Releases While The Garden releases in late June, you can read it now by joining the book launch team! You'll not only get to read it before it releases, you'll also get to join our private Facebook group where you can interact with Jon, our team and you'll receive special bonuses. Just go to ReadTheGarden.com to sign up.


