
All It Takes Is A Goal
Jon Acuff is the New York Times bestselling author of ten books, including his most recent, All it Takes is a Goal.Published in dozens of languages, his work is both critically acclaimed and adored by readers. When he's not writing, Acuff can be found on a stage, as one of INC's Top 100 Leadership Speakers. He's spoken to hundreds of thousands of people at conferences, colleges and companies around the world including FedEx, Range Rover, Microsoft, Chick-fil-A, and Comedy Central. Known for his insights wrapped in humor, Acuff shared the stage with an American Icon when he opened up for Dolly Parton at the Ryman Auditorium.Jon lives outside of Nashville, TN with his wife Jenny and two daughters.
Latest episodes

Jul 15, 2024 • 57min
ATG 186: The Art of Encouragement in Leadership with Jordan Montgomery
Join Jordan Montgomery, owner of Montgomery Companies, as he discusses leadership lessons, balancing success with family, setting daily goals, and embracing feedback in the podcast. Explore the importance of authentic encouragement, self-awareness in leadership, and the impact of books like 'The Go-Giver'.

Jul 8, 2024 • 16min
ATG 185: The Law of the Harvest: Why Effort Equals Results
Learn about the Law of the Harvest and how effort equals results in all aspects of life. Explore personal responsibility, perseverance, and the importance of consistent effort. Discover tools for setting and achieving goals, choosing rewards over consequences, and staying motivated.

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Jul 1, 2024 • 58min
ATG 184: The Path to Continuous Learning with David Novak
Former CEO of Yum! Brands, David Novak, shares insights on continuous learning, idea collection, and the importance of recognition in leadership. He discusses leadership slumps, curiosity reignition, and the transformative power of gratitude. Stories include Crystal Pepsi and Cool Ranch Doritos. Explore his recommended book list and the role of creativity in the workplace.

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Jun 24, 2024 • 17min
ATG 183: How To Finish Any Goal In 4 Words! (Part 2)
Discover practical strategies for achieving your goals by mastering time and motivation. Learn about the transformative power of setting deadlines and utilizing micro-deadlines. Explore the benefits of journaling for focus, creativity, and goal attainment with the Finish Journal. Join the journey of crushing goals together!

16 snips
Jun 17, 2024 • 23min
ATG 182: How To Finish Any Goal In 4 Words! (Part 1)
Explore why most New Year's resolutions fail and how to avoid being part of that statistic by focusing on results and actions. Learn about a specialized journal to aid in achieving goals. Discover the importance of reducing pressure, visualizing success, defining results, brainstorming actions, and taking practical steps towards completing your goals.

11 snips
Jun 10, 2024 • 14min
ATG 181: 7 Fresh Soundtracks to Deal with Fear!
Discover seven new empowering soundtracks to combat fear and anxiety. Explore the significance of intentional content creation and stress management. Learn strategies for achieving success at speaking events and engaging the audience.

20 snips
Jun 3, 2024 • 49min
ATG 180: How To “Buy Back Your Time” with Dan Martell
Join entrepreneur and author Dan Martell as he shares valuable insights on reclaiming time through hiring strategies, trust, and streamlined systems. Discover his methods for balancing work and personal life, and learn about his book 'Buy Back Your Time'. Explore topics such as delegation, time management, overcoming distractions, and redefining retirement while empowering audiences through engaging speaking engagements.

15 snips
May 27, 2024 • 42min
ATG 179: Take Your Career From Accidental to Intentional with Scott Miller
Author and speaker Scott Miller discusses aligning career choices with passions, embracing failure, and finding joy in work. He shares insights on self-awareness, seeking feedback, and transitioning to new ventures. The episode also explores overcoming speech impediments, high school power dynamics, and marital dynamics with humility and vulnerability.

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May 20, 2024 • 41min
ATG 178: Morning Mastery - Tips for a Productive Day with Jeff Sanders
Guest Jeff Sanders, renowned podcaster, shares tips on morning mastery and productivity. He discusses agile goal setting, the importance of actionable goals, and tools like digital calendars. Jeff also talks about his book list and transitioning to entrepreneurship.

May 13, 2024 • 16min
ATG 177: 1 Question That Will Automatically 100X Your Self-Awareness
The podcast delves into effective event speaking goals, self-awareness through humor, psychology of not finishing tasks, navigating relationship challenges, overcoming perfectionism, and reflecting on behavior patterns for transformative change.