The One Percent Better Podcast

The late Jimmy Valvano once asked us to: laugh, cry, and think each day.  I have taken that advice to heart and have tried to apply it to conversations.  You'll hear all three in this damn good conversation. In addition to Julie and I enjoying the heck out of this conversation, we talk about heavy topics like: Race relations in the United States Life for young people in the pandemic What it means to be an adult Why Julie calls adulthood "delicious"  and much more.  If you enjoy this one, go back and listen to Episode 12 to hear Our 1st Conversation. In the meantime, reach out if I can be of help. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

Today I share a damn good conversation recorded as part of an ongoing weekly series (Sat. 11am EST). Email me to join us live Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com This week's excerpt features:  Nick Winkelman , Craig Burgess & Bryan Eisenberg Three exemplary communicators with drastically different styles.  In general, Nick polishes, Craig ships with imperfections, & Bryan believes in being present.  Where do you sit? In the opening you'll me interviewing Nick, then I open up the mic for the perspective of Craig, Bryan and others.   Nick: Believes in asking questions not questioning. There's a big difference, he says. Shares a story about the time he asked an NFL prospect, "How does that feel?" after a drill. The athlete responded, "You're the coach, you tell me."

This week's episode is a damn good conversation with Eric Jorgenson. We discuss: His one-of-a-kind book Our love of sandwiches What can be done to improve the education system The power of leverage What status games are What makes a great teacher  and more. You can find more on Eric's Website                        & Don't forget to let me know what you think about my brand new WEBSITE. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe           

Damn Good Conversations is LIVE. Have a look around our new digital home.  So excited to bring it to you! Hit me with feedback--> Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com Can't wait to connect. Jump in HERE so you don't miss the very best resources to help you have damn good conversations in your life and work. Today's episode is recording of a live conversation happening every Saturday at 11 am EST over on Clubhouse. Reach out if you want to join us.  Here's Charles' blog post on Becoming the Caddy of Conversations. Thank you so much for being on the journey. Can't wait to hear from you.  As always, thanks for listening! --Joe   

Today's guest has an emoji in the top left-hand corner of his website. Why? You'll hear the full story in our conversation, but it has a lot to do with taste, trusting ourselves, and hitting publish.  These are major three components of Stew Fortier's creative identity, and in our talk he encourages us to think about each as we do our daily work.  I think you'll laugh and think along with Stew, and come out knowing this one was damn good. Here's the video we spoke about halfway through our conversation. Finally, if you want to be a part of the soft opening of Damn Good Conversations dot com, email me at Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

This week's episode presents a section of the weekly live group I host every Saturday at 11 am EST. We broke down questions like: When do you hit record? How does pressure improve conversations? What value do canned answers provide? What can be learned from micro actions? What's the difference between having a guest on his toes versus his heels? Email me if you would like to join the group as a speaker or a listener Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com One question stood out: "Should we send our conversation partners questions in advance?" One answer that emerged from one member of the group was to think about having dinner with your guest. You wouldn't ever send them questions, but how could that conversation be enhanced if you gave them ideas in advance that you would like to discuss? All this and more from guests including:  Danny Miranda Jon Gold Charles Schultz Warren Modlin As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

Today's conversation is with one of the most successful real estate agents in the world.  Aaron Kirman sells properties to the some of the most famous people on Earth. Elton John, Lady Gaga, Will Smith, all are said to be his contacts.  Today he shares how he has come from the humble roots of being bullied for having a speech impediment to starring on a CNBC TV Show. It's a damn good conversation. Watch it on YouTube Email me if I can be of service Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

This is an episode about the power of conversation.  Email me Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com if you are interested in being featured.   This week's featured speakers (in order) are: Andy Ziegler Bryan Eisenberg Warren Modlin Charles Schultz Jon Gold Walter Beede Join me next Saturday and every Saturday over on Clubhouse. 11 am EST. As always, thanks for listening! --Joe 

If you would rather watch the video of my conversation with Jordan, head here. Today's guest is back for his second appearance. Jordan Syatt is my favorite fitness expert to follow.  Why? His advice is simple, effective, and emphasizes mental health. Have I mastered this aspect in my life? Hell no.  It's my single biggest failing in my life. But I am not done.  I hope this conversation encourages you like it encouraged me. Head over to Jordan's website for insane amounts of free resources. Email me for anything other than fitness advice Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --Joe   

Watch this Episode on YouTube If you want to get 1% better, a damn good place to start is by looking at your conversations.  Today I share with you a 5-second test that can make an immediate impact in your life.  The Caller ID Test.  Whose name do you want to see?  Whose do you want to send to voicemail never to be heard from again? That's the Caller ID Test. Stack your life with damn good conversations.   That's how you get 1% better. Reach out if I can be of service Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening.  --Joe

Today's guest is the first person you want to go to if you are thinking about creating or improving your newsletter.  If newsletters are not your thing, that's okay, Josh Spector and I dive deep into how to uncover the unique value you provide as well as how to make your art, life, and work even better.   Josh's wildly popular newsletter packs five resources into your inbox every Sunday.  He's prolific, interesting, and incredibly productive.  Before you go, two gems:  Six Key Decisions To Make When You Want To Monetize Your Audience Drop me a line if you want to have damn good conversations As always, thanks for listening! --Joe   

What two words describe who you want to be? Special thanks to Bryan Eisenberg  for describing me.  Thanks to Mackey  for lending inspiration.  Email me with your two words Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com Before you go, two gems: A Restaurant Story SorryTeddy As always, thanks for listening! --JF

Today's conversation will help you shift your mind when it matters most.  My guest believes that when it's time to practice, you need one mindset. When it's time to perform, you need to call upon a different frame of mind. His book gives you the WHY, WHEN, and HOW to do just that.  If you want to do a deep dive into his work head to Brian's Website.  If you have an upcoming job interview, or you're thinking of launching a podcast, or you just want to have more damn good conversations in your life, say hello here: Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --JF   

Most people do not think of conversations as creative.  I do.  This week I share an excerpt from my appearance on The Danny Miranda Podcast.  The entire conversation is damn good.  Today I share a clip of my thoughts on the creativity of conversation.  The Full Conversation with Danny If you want to get better at conversations in your life and work, drop me a line at Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --JF   

Today's conversation is available as video here. The year was 1998.  My guest was certain he would be the 1st or 2nd pick in the NFL draft. A guy named Peyton Manning went first. Today's guest was next. Ryan Leaf's road to age 44 has not always been pretty, but he's here to tell about it. Today he shares his struggles, his current life's work, and what the words "comparison is the thief of joy" mean to him.  I hope you enjoy it.  I know it will make you 1% better. Ryan's Website Interested in Damn Good Coaching? As always, thanks for listening! --JF 

This episode will help you discover more about the important people in your life and work. If you ever want to talk about having damn good conversations, don't hesitate to reach out Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com I answer every email. Here are the links mentioned in today's episode: Joseph Wells' Website My YouTube Channel Alumni Classroom My Full Conversation with Joe Wells The Best Photographer East of the Mississippi As always, thanks for listening! --JF 

You can connect with my guest today in three ways: The Leadership Course The Website The Book Mike's 2019 team shattered records by going 39-9 and advancing to the NCAA Regionals. The Big Red won a school-record 17-straight games while capturing the program's first-ever NCAC Tournament Championship.   Away from the field, Mike has taken lessons learned while working at Coca Cola and on the field and shared them in his book, and now a leadership course entitled Creating Culture.  He's one of my favorite people to talk with, and I share him with you today.   Don't forget, you can now watch episodes of One Percent Better if you prefer.  Find us here on YouTube. As always, thanks for listening.  --Joe   

This episode is a look back at getting 1% better in 2020 and a look ahead to all that is to come.  I am grateful for each one of you.  How have you gotten 1% better in 2020 despite tremendous obstacles? What are you looking forward to in 2020? I would love to hear.  Email me Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening. --Joe 

Buy Annie Duke's book and I'll buy it from you if you don't love it.  No affiliate link, just pure conviction that this book is absolutely fantastic.  This is a damn good conversation that touches on how to make decisions large and small. Email me with your thoughts on this one Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com As always, thanks for listening! --JF 

Here's the survey I mentioned at the top of the show. It will take fewer than 2 minutes. Ty! Today's episode aims to help you ask better questions.  Those questions lead to better conversations.  You do not need to yearn to start a podcast to see tremendous value in having damn good conversations. Great conversations help us connect. They helps us lead our teams. They help us earn more money.  One of my favorite types of questions is what I have named high-velocity questions.  That idea was shared this week on a newsletter reaching 25,000 people. Check this out.  This technique will help make your conversations 1% better.   Keep me posted.  As always, thanks for listening! I'm here if you need me Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com --Joe