The One Percent Better Podcast

This week I share my conversation with James Clear. James has been one of my favorite writers for a long time, and his book (out now) is no exception. We talk about the art and science of habit formation, how to get habits to last, his most effective habits, and much more. To stay up to date on all things 1% better, sign up free here. As always, thanks for listening. --JF 

Sign up for 1% Wednesday here. This week I share an idea I have on how you can separate yourself from the crowd by giving to others. Can you be generous, unusual, and remarkable? Can you show appreciation, recognition, and politeness? Then you can be one of the rare people who get 1% better separation from the rest.   I would love your stories of how you have tried to separate yourself this week. As always, thank you so much for listening and sharing the podcast! --JF 

Sign up for a free short note & an original video here:1% WEDNESDAY This week I share a conversation with Dr. Bhrett McCabe. Bhrett is a practicing Sports & Performance Psychologist who has with worked with thousands of athletes and leaders looking to be their very best. We speak at length about: Winning business culture  The habits of the most successful people What he learned from Hall of Fame Coach Skip Bertman and much, much more. You can find out more about Dr. McCabe's work on his website. As always, thank you for listening! --JF 

Today it's Q & A! I take six questions from listeners, and dive deep with research-based riffs! I mix ideas I have read with opinions I hold dear.  The result is Research Riffs.  Hope it helps you get 1% better! As always, thanks for listening. --JF 

Today I share my conversation with David C. Baker. I loved his book, and found him to be humble, helpful, and human.  All this, while showing that he can help all of us get 1% better as we approach our business.  The New York Times wrote about him here. You can find more of his work and his book here. And as always, you can find me at my website. Thank you so much for listening! --JF 

This week I share an idea I created called The Hazelnut Theory Find out more by subscribing to 1% Wednesday here. Thank you so much for being on the journey with me. --JF 

Today's guest is performance coach and speaker, Alan Stein Jr. He shares the mindset, language, and behavior that make him successful, so that you can get 1% better today.  We discuss:  His work with Kobe Bryant and Stephen Curry The importance os mastering the fundamentals His daily habits and routines And much more. Find out more about Alan at his website. Sign up for 1% Wednesday here. Thank you for listening! --JF 

One of the best things about creating a project named One Percent Better is the freedom it allows me to experiment. Today’s episode is one of those experiments.  If the goal is to go to sleep a little smarter, a little stronger, a little wiser, than we were when we woke up, then the work that is required cannot be safe.  This episode debuts in August, as Summer fades, and young people everywhere head back to school. This conversation showcases the ideas of an innovative educator who has the courage to ask, “what if?”  Read Glenn Robbins' post here. Sign up for 1% Wednesday here. Thanks to Glenn, and thanks to you for listening. --JF 

Today I share my conversation with Amy Fast. We discuss how she uses Twitter to continue her journey as a lifelong learner.  Her book details her WHY, namely that education is about much more than trying to produce the most desirable data points on a spreadsheet.   She believes in the power of schools, and more so, the power of student voices to transform the world. We discuss all this and more in our conversation. As always, thank you for listening. Head to my website with any questions or feedback! --JF 

This week I share 10 ideas about how incoming college students can make their experience 1% better.   If you think this advice can help a young person you know, pass it on.  Keep the conversation going on Twitter or by emailing me. As always, thank you so much for listening! --JF 

Today on the podcast, it's teacher and author Dave Stuart Jr. I love Dave's work and have been following his journey for over five years. We discuss: How to find what Dave calls your Everest and how it applies to your personal and professional lives What six things Dave has concluded matter most when it comes to teaching and learning. The Value of doing Hard things and much more! Sign up for 1% Wednesday free here. Or follow along on my website https://www.onepercentbetterproject.com/  Thank you so much for listening! --JF 

We know the importance of communication when it comes to learning, but this week I talk about one of the forgotten "C Words"-- Curriculum.  Today I share five beliefs I have about the learning experiences our children should be having.  Please keep the conversation going by signing up for 1% Wednesday or by asking a question on Twitter. As always, thank you for listening. --JF  

Today I sit down with world-class communicator Tim Pollard.  He is an author, workshop leader, and teacher who specializes in helping you become a compelling communicator. His company has helped thousands of people transform confusing, dry presentations into thought-provoking, easy-to-follow experiences that drive audiences to action.   We discuss his his book, and the simple techniques he teaches that you can implement today in order to get 1% better at public speaking. It's a great conversation packed with actionable takeaways. Enjoy my conversation with Tim Pollard. --JF  

When it comes to fitness, how do we measure progress? In pounds lost? Inches? Energy level? BMI? Flexibility? Frankly, I don't know yet. My journey has just begun in earnest.  I would love to hear your input via email. What's your secret to getting 1% better when it comes to working out? Support me, call me out, or ask a question here. As always, thank you being on the journey with me. --JF   

Today's guest once made, and lost, 20 million dollars.  Damion Lupo has emerged stronger and wiser, with a story to tell about how it's not just greed, but fear that holds us back on our journeys to financial freedom. He shares that story with us today.  I hope it helps you get 1% better.  Connect with me on my website if I can help you in any way. Thank you so much for listening! --JF 

Where can you be in 356 days? Today I celebrate the one-year anniversary of One Percent Better by sharing my journey and challenging you to begin yours today.  Thank you so much for inspiring me to keep going.  Connect with me if I can help you get 1% better today. --JF

Today I share my conversation with John Nemo. John is an author, consultant, and business coach who has literally written the book on how to utilize LinkedIn to revolutionize your business.  John takes us step by step down a path that he has seen transform his own life and his business. If you've never used LinkedIn (like me before our conversation) this is the episode for you.  If you have, John reveals insider tips that will help take your networking to the next level, at scale. After just one conversation with John, he helped me turn my account from blank, to this. I know he can do the same for you. Enjoy my conversation with John Nemo. --JF 

Today I share a strategy to help your work get 1% better. When was the last time you sought out fresh eyes to help you improve?  It can be scary, but so important. On today's episode I lay out a simple framework for incorporating fresh eyes into your life and work. A path to improving your mindset, language, and behavior with one technique.  As always, thank you for listening, and please visit my website if I can be of any help. --JF 

Today on the podcast, it's author Melissa Agnes. Melissa is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker for companies and organizations looking to make sure that they are crisis ready.  We discuss her book, how companies can improve their messaging and communication, and so much more. As always, you can find what I am up to at my website. Thank you so much for listening.  Reach out if I can help you. --JF 

On May 17th, I coached my final game of year 19 as a baseball coach.  This episode is an open letter to the coaching profession.  I hope something in my letter helps you get 1% better. --JF