The One Percent Better Podcast

Andrew Warner has conducted over 2,100 interviews! Today he reveals the tactics and techniques that have helped him build his million dollar business and learn anything from anyone.  This is a fun conversation about curiosity, interview technique, vulnerability, and how to bring out the best in others.  For a deeper dive, pick up his book, Stop Asking Questions here. Also, don't forget my course Damn Good Questions is available now. Here's what Jason, a nutrition coach who finished the course in one day, had to say: "I went through the whole course today! Great stuff.  Thank you for your willingness to serve."  If you are looking to transform the way you have conversations forever, head here to check it out.  Email me if you are interested in the course and would like a personal discount code from me.  As always, thank you for listening to the podcast! --Joe 

This week's episode comes from a damn good conversation with Ross Simmonds. He absolutely blew my mind. The full conversation will be available in a few weeks, but today I am sharing one of the very best sections.  In this clip, Ross explains two things with incredible detail: Why it is so important to share our content         Hint: It's not what you think     2. How to distribute any content to get the most out of it I cannot wait to hear what you got from this episode. Email me  and let me know. Here are the links mentioned on the show: The best voice over artist in the world My Twitter Home 5 ways to have a better conversation Check out the course trailer Interested in personal coaching? As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

Thanks to each and every listener who helped this podcast reach Episode 200.  If this is your first time here, you've missed some damn good conversations, but welcome. Plenty of time to catch up. I am so glad you have carved out the time to be here. Regular listeners ... I love you! I might have showed up week after week even if no one was listening, but I sure as heck don't want to find out. If I can ever help you, email me. Here's the link to thank the man who gave the final push this podcast a reality. Swing by and say what's up?! HERE'S the Damn Good Questions Course Finally, here's the place to connect with Molly. Type in the coupon code BETTER to get a sweet discount on an incredible opportunity to huddle up with Molly. Don't miss it. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

Here's the link to check out the course Damn Good Questions I believe it's the single best course on the market for learning how to ask the best questions of your life today. I hope you check out the trailer here. Today's episode is about changing your mindset to give yourself the very best opportunity to get whatever you want in life.  I was lucky enough to share this story with someone preparing for an amazing job opportunity this week, and now I share it with you. Scope out a place in your life where you can pull a Mike Tomlin, and if you need help, email me. In the meantime, enjoy this episode and I'll be back next week with episode 200! Thanks for listening, Joe 

This week's damn good conversation is here! Thomas will help you solve the creative problems in your business and have you smiling while you work. He's an incredible writer who looks at the world in a unique way. I was thrilled to invite him on.  Also... Did you know my first ever digital course is HERE! It's 10 self-paced modules giving you everything I know about asking questions.  Asking damn good questions has changed my life. It's changed many of my students' lives in the last 22 years, and now you can learn everything I know for the cost of one nice meal. I am so excited to make it available to you today. Get all the details at the link below, and please let me know what you think! My Course Thomas' Website Email me if I can answer any questions for you As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

This week I bring on a special family member to help drive home a powerful idea.   You might remember his appearance in the introduction of Episode 66  Today, Joey and I discuss the power of ankle weights.  He shares why he's wearing them and I share my idea that perhaps we all should be taking advantage of the power they hold.  Enjoy! I want to see that fancy course trailer of yours! I want a sticker! As always, thanks for listening. --Joe 

Our conversation begins at (8:15)  I begin today's episode with some business & personal news that might be just for you, but then transition into one of the best leadership conversations I have ever had.  We discuss Marc's career in the CIA, his leadership philosophy, and why he loves baseball so much. Enjoy all this, & so much more! Damn Good Links  Marc's Book Damn Good Questions Course Trailer Set a course aside for me! As always, thanks for listening! --Joe

I am still learning about business.  This episode could be a 60-minute workshop that could help impact countless student-athletes, coaches, and leaders. Instead, I am sharing here for free.  Thankfully, I know what makes a valuable podcast.  I am really proud of what we were able to create here together.  Please share it with someone you know will find value in it. And I wasn't kidding; I love doing workshops that help you to have damn good conversations immediately.  If you are interested, head here to find out more: https://www.damngoodconversations.com/hosting-events Links mentioned in today's episode:  The Tweet that Inspired this Episode The Entire List of Job Interview Questions Ep. 186 w/ Amber Selking Ep. 146 w/ Nick Winkelman Sandro on Twitter Read about Ferragosto As always thanks for listening! --Joe 

Click Here to Be the 1st to Hear About My Course Today's guest is a bucket list guest for me in the world of education.  No literacy teacher listening has not heard of of Kelly Gallagher. If this is your first time meeting him, that's a beautiful thing too! He's invested his entire career helping teens all over the world become more literate citizens. He's motivated teachers and students in countless ways. He's traveled the world delivering workshops to thousands of us in the world of education.   Today's he's here, helping us all get 1% better. You'll love it.  Don't forget to head HERE to be the first to learn where you can get my upcoming course. Thank you so much for all the support along the way. Share this one with your favorite teacher. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

Last week I received this LinkedIn message:  Former Student-Athlete: "This is some accomplishment. Make sure to stop for a second today and appreciate this." Me: "Wow! It never even crossed my mind. Is that bad??" Former Student-Athlete: "I don’t think it’s bad per se but I definitely think you need to take a second to appreciate and reflect on what you’ve been able to accomplish in 4 years on this project! Average podcast lasts what? 5 episodes?" He was talking about me producing the podcast for 4 years. I missed the anniversary.  I was working on the business, not just in the business.  I was enjoying the process of creating a podcast, not just the product. The can be cliches or they can be true. Or both.  What project are you willing to dive into for the next 1460 days? Tell me here. What project are you willing to work so hard on that you miss the anniversary? Tell me here. What project would you launch if only someone gave you permission? Ask me here. What project are you proud of? Brag in

My guest today has built a digital world of resources for those looking to do their very best work.  Head over to What Drives Winning to dive into all that he and his team have built.  Brett Ledbetter has been called one of the best question askers in the world. He has interviewed Mike Krzyzewski, Geno Auriema, Jay Wright, PJ Fleck, Mike Matheny, Sue Enquist, Brad Stevens, and many more of the world's best coaches. He has consulted with NBA and NCAA teams as well successful companies and the military.  He has asked thousands of questions, and has earned deep wisdom.  Today he passes some of that wisdom on to you. You can find my work over at damngoodconversations.com if you are looking to be an even more effective communicator.  As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

The more I know, the less I know.  Can you relate to that? This year marks the end of my 22nd year as an English teacher. I feel like I am just now getting the hang of it. The more time I spend thinking about what's best for my students, the less certain I feel that I know what that is.   This week I invite you to think along with me. How do you feel about: Homework Dress code Whole-class novels Formal writing Deadlines When you think about what is best for learners, what are the best practices around each of these big ideas? Yes these are questions about schooling, but I hope you can see the bigger picture as it relates to personal growth, self-improvement, lifelong learning, and getting 1% better every day.  Email me Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com and let me know what you think. I want to hear from you. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe  PS: Head HERE if you need some damn good coaching. 

This week I share my conversation with one of the positive leaders I have ever met. You could hate baseball and still find value in my conversation with Jeremy Sheetinger. He's positive, charismatic, and intentional, & today he's here to help you get 1% better. We discuss: His commitment to his organization's mental health His recent National Championship victory How four years away from the game transformed him  The value of putting people first  The unprecedented award he received this year  and much more. This is a damn good conversation. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

This week I tell a true story and challenge you to answer two questions.  The story involves me getting paid to eat food and write about it. The two questions are those I asked myself right before I accomplished this dream. I am giddy about the benefits asking and answering these two questions could have in your life.  They work, and I can keep a secret so... Email me to brag at Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com I cannot wait to know what happens next.  As always, thanks for listening! --Joe PS: One of the three coaching slots I have open this summer was taken by a college student in Massachusetts looking to crush upcoming internship interviews. If you need to communicate who you are to strangers, COME SEE ME.   

Today's conversation is with one of the most legendary advertising minds of all time.  Rory Sutherland looks at the world differently.  His book Alchemy is one of the most original collections of ideas I have ever read.  Today's conversation is wide-ranging.  From advertising to education. From fashion to technological wonders. From politics to innovation. I can't wait to hear what you think. Rory on Twitter If you are interested in learning more about one of the three remaining coaching opportunities I am offering this summer, head HERE. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe   

This week it's listener questions! If you have questions for a future episode head HERE. Here are the questions I answered today: (2:17) For recent college graduates feeling the effects of COVID on the job market how do you recommend staying motivated and finding that dream job? Or do you not reach for that dream job and settle for something less? (6:55) I found one of the hardest things to do as a coach was to figure out how much time needed to be spent with each player. And if I spent more time with a player because I knew it would benefit the team did the other players realize what I was doing?  Thoughts? (10:11) What’s the difference between episodes you prepare for versus those you’re purely present for (but maybe less prepared)?  (12:08) If there is one recipe your parents made while growing up that you absolutely loved, but you had to change it today to “upscale” it for a cooking show, what would that recipe be and how would you upscale it? (15:48) Tell me about the moment that made you fall in love w

I begin today's episode with a confession.  Click play to hear what I admit. After that formality is out of the way, Amber gives us an inside look into what makes the Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football program tick. She has spent years in the locker room, on the sidelines, and on the practice fields with one of the most successful programs in sports history.  We talk about: The Notre Dame process The evolution of Head Coach Brian Kelly What the New Orleans Saints got in quarterback Ian Book The thing Amber likes least about Notre Dame  and much more.  If you are craving more of her work, here are two great places to find her: Work with Amber Me on Amber's Podcast Email me if I can be of service Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --Joe     

A distillery is place where legendary spirits are created.  That process can be messy, especially during the experimenting phase.  But making great whiskey can be systematized. With intentional choices and careful notes, the process can be repeated and taught to others.  That's what I do. I have studied the best conversationalists in the world and I want to share what they do to produce damn good conversations every time.  Today I highlight the work of three hosts and three guests.  Each play their part in creating compelling conversations.  It's craft, not fame that makes their work brilliant.  Today, I tease out and share what makes these conversations work.  These lessons can change the way you connect with others forever. Enjoy.  Check out the full conversations here: Jon Gold with Ben Freakley Charles Schultz with Jenny Rearick Mark J. Silverman with Jeff Hoffman Let me know what you think Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --Joe   

My guest today has published 774 podcast episodes.  Mitch Joel is a prolific speaker, author, and creator of all things audio.  In his own words, Mitch has been "collecting conversations" for decades. His first professional interview was with Tommy Lee of Motley Crue and he has not looked back. He's been named to Dr. Marshall Goldsmith's "100 Coaches" list, and has received countless awards in the audio and video space.  Today we get into: The difference between an interview and a conversation Mitch's conversation preparation process  The tug of war between audio and video content Our mutual love of Montreal How we see crafting and asking questions differently and much more. Drop me a note Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com to let me know what you thought of this damn good conversation. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

Conversations don't have to suck. We have been brainwashed by the words and actions of those around us to believe that most conversations must be dull.  Bullsh*t. The mindset shift I share here could change your life forever.  Every time the late Jimmy Valvano took the stage, he inspired us.  Today I share one way that his words and life have helped to transform every conversation I have.  Take the challenge he left us with and inject it directly into your life.  Let me know how it works Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com Here are the damn good conversations I mentioned in today's episode if you want to take a spin down memory lane: The Full Convo with Tears The Full Convo with Laughs As always, thanks for listening! --Joe