The Jon Becker Show

Episode 31: You Can't Handle the Truth!

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 12:00:00 -0500

What is the truth about COVID-19? Some media outlets are sharing skewed or even false data in an apparent effort to affect public policy on the pandemic. In this episode, Jon shares three examples where the narrative of the pandemic is being affected by inaccurate data reporting.

Illinois Director of Public Health Statement on how COVID Numbers are Reported

Amanda Prestigiacomo Article on Florida COVID Numbers

Washington State Overcounts negative COVID test results

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Episode 30: It's a MAD, MAD, MAD, MAD World!!!

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -0500

The pandemic, quarantine, and civil unrest have not been kind to so many people. In his first episode in three months, Jon talks about his battle with depression, the pandemic fallout in light of the civil upheaval in our nation, and the newest wedge to divide our society...mask-shaming.

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Episode 29: Quarantine!

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0500

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, and given that a few people in the house are feeling under the weather, the Becker family has elected to voluntarily self-quarantine for two weeks. So how do six people live under the same roof without a break for 14 days without driving each other crazy???

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Episode 28: It's NOT the End of the World as We Know It!

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0500

There is a lot of uncertainty in the world right now. But it ISN'T the apocalypse! Here are a few tips for how to pass the time as many of us practice social distancing in an effort to keep the virus from spreading so quickly!

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Episode 27: We Interrupt Our Regular Programming...

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0500

Depression is something that 10% of U.S. adults struggle with on a regular basis. But the 90% who don't share the same struggle often don't understand how debilitating it can be. In today's episode, Jon shares a perspective on his own lifelong battle with depression and sheds some light on what you can do or say when you don't know what to do or say.

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Episode 26: Bigger Isn't Necessarily Better

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0600

The biggest, most profitable businesses in the world are not necessarily the best businesses in the world. Jon takes a look at one business whose focus on simply being better has made them for more profitable on a per unit basis than one of its biggest competitors (and one of the biggest companies in the world).

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Episode 25: 2020 Vision

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0600

Jon shares his vision for the rest of 2020, including his top priorities for achieving success in the most important areas of his life.

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Episode 24: Show Up Filled Up!

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0600

What does it mean to "Show up Filled up? It means to bring your best to every situation so that you can pour into others out of your own abundance. Last week, I experienced just such a situation at the first meet-up of the Chicago Chapter of our Igniting Souls Tribe!

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Episode 23: Life is Too Short

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 13:00:00 -0600

On January 26, 2020, the world lost Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and many friends in a tragic helicopter crash. Jon offers his thoughts on Bryant's untimely passing.

Dear Basketball
Academy Award-winning animated short by Kobe Bryant

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Episode 22: "Accidental" Perspective

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0600

When Jon wakes up in a foul mood, he gets a cold dose of perspective when his daughter is in a car accident.

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Episode 21: The Struggle for Significance

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0600

The struggle is real! Jon talks about the need to feel significant and how it can cause us to lose focus on what's most important in our loves.

Episode 20: Setting the Proper Priorities

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0600

What happens when we decide to reset our goals for the new year just two weeks prior to January 1st? We get a fresh perspective on what's really important!

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Episode 19: Preparing to be S.M.A.R.T.E.R. in 2020!

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0600

You can't accomplish your goals without a plan and you can't develop an effective plan without the appropriate tools. In this episode, Jon shares his secret weapon for getting all things done: The Full Focus Planner!

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Episode 18: Be S.M.A.R.T.E.R. Next Year!

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0600

As the decade comes to an end, it's time to think about what you want to accomplish in 2020 and beyond. In this episode, Jon shares some strategies for goal-setting that will help you to better focus on achieving the things that are most important to you.

Episode 17: Thank You SO Much!

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 12:00:00 -0600

In this Thanksgiving episode, Jon talks about the many things in his life for which he is grateful.

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The Kris Pavone Show

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Episode 16: I'm SUCH an IDIOT!

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 11:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Jon talks about the damage you can do to yourself when you consistently engage in negative self-talk.

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Episode 15: My Personal Board of Directors

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Jon talks about the importance of surrounding yourself with a group of people from whom you should seek wise counsel when you need to make important decisions.

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Episode 14: The 30-Day Challenge!

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Jon talks about the invaluable support that you can achieve when you have a supportive tribe of people on your side.

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Episode 13: Being a Soul on Fire!

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jon reports on the life-changing experiences he had at the Igniting Souls Conference in Columbus, Ohio.

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Episode 12: Sometimes I Just Want to Give Up!

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0500

In episode 12, Jon gets real (and a little bit emotional) while discussing the frustration of trying to build a business where the product you are selling is yourself.

Episode 11: The Gift of Lyme Disease

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jon shares how contracting Lyme Disease has actually been a blessing from the lessons he has learned to the newfound healthy lifestyle he has experienced.

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Episode 10: I Changed My Life FOREVER!

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 14:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jon shares the radical shift in his thinking that has occurred as a result of jumping out of an airplane at 13,000 feet. It's amazing what falling 2.5 miles out of the air can do to a guy!

Video of Jon's Jump
My first jump...it will not be my last!

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Episode 09: Time to Put Up or Shut Up!

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jon shares how he has often talked a good game but has frequently shied away from his goals when the going got tough...but NO MORE! As he prepares for his big skydiving jump, Jon shares what has changed to help him pursue his dreams with more determination than ever before, and he challenges his listeners to do the same.

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Episode 08: Kicking Off the 4th Quarter!

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0500

The 4th quarter of a football game is crunch time. The winning team tries to hold the lead while the team who is behind tries to come back and achieve success. But even if they don't win, they can position themselves for success in future games!

In this podcast, Jon talks about how he is using the last quarter of 2019 to prepare for spectacular success in 2020...through marketing!

Episode 07: Run Your Own Race!

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 15:00:00 -0500

Tired of everyone else achieving YOUR goals, succeeding in YOUR profession, and getting what YOU want? Well, stop comparing YOUR beginning to someone else's middle!

In this episode, Jon shares the simple, obvious, yet elusive lesson he learned from best-selling author Jeff Goins at the Free the Dream Conference. Stop trying to run everyone else's race and simply RUN YOUR OWN!

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Episode 06: How I lost 50 Pounds in 4 Months Without Exercise

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0500

A change to the Keto eating lifestyle has helped me lose 50 pounds in the last four months. If you're struggling with weight issues, I encourage you to research it!

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Episode 05: Put on Your Oxygen Mask First!

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0500

Leading ourselves well is the key to achieving our dreams and goals. But it requires the principles of Self-awareness, Self-confidence and Self-efficacy.

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Self-Leadership Blog by Andrew Bryant

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Episode 04: The Power of a Supportive Spouse

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 17:00:00 -0500

As a people pleaser, I often care way too much what other people think. In today's episode, I talk about the incredible support that I have received from the only person whose opinion truly matters -my amazing wife, Kate.

Show Resources
Free the Dream Conference

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Episode 03: Garbage In, Garbage Out

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0500

Cutting off the flow of negative content is a key to productivity. In today's episode, I talk about the content that has been slowing me down and what I changed in order to increase my productivity.

Show Resources
Free the Dream Conference
Audible Books

Audio Books I Recommend
Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt
Talk Like TED by Carmine Gallo
Tribes by Seth Godin

Motivational Speakers
Les Brown
Walter Bond

Recommended Podcasts
48 Days to the Work You Love Podcast
The Cliff Ravenscraft Show
The Kris Pavone Show

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Episode 02: My LBs. are Weighing Me Down!

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 13:00:00 -0500

In today's episode, I share my personal battle with obesity, the faulty belief system that led me to balloon to more than 350 pounds, and the radical change in mindset that has led me to lose more than 110 pounds...with more weight loss on the way!

Resources
Cliff's Website
Free the Dream Conference

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Episode 01: With Apologies to Nike!

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 12:00:00 -0500

In the first episode of The Jon Becker Show, I introduce myself, talk a little bit about the format of the podcast, and explain some of the spectacular failure I have overcome in order to realize the success I have achieved as a husband, father, teacher, and businessman.

Resources
Cliff's Website
Free the Dream Conference

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