The Jon Gordon Podcast

What draws out a good story is if you can ask a good question and you ask a better question if you're a little more well prepared. - Don Yaeger In this episode of Positive University, Jon sits down with Don Yaeger, a seasoned writer and storyteller, to explore the profound impact of sports on leadership success. Yaeger's extensive experience in collaborative writing with sports icons like Walter P...

On this episode of Positive University, we wanted to share the recording of a webinar Jon recently did on the 7 strategies to give you and your team the ultimate competitive advantage. These strategies are perfect for business, sports, education, sales and life! Over the next 65 minutes Jon will coach you on ... Actionable strategies to cultivate positivity within yourself and your team, creating...

"I want to break down what we actually can do with our feelings so that, whether you feel a million different things jumbled up or you wonder if your emotions aren't there because you haven't felt in so long, you will have something simple to do that helps anyone starting from any place untangle it one step at a time."  Do you ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of suppressing your emotions, on...

If you are often dealing with the feeling of pressure to be perfect and are constantly battling with criticism and fear of judgment, then you are not alone! Many professionals struggle to navigate these same feelings which ultimately leads to self-doubt, anxiety and a low state of mind.  Luckily, this week on Positive University, my guest is Michael Gervais, PhD. Dr. Mike Gervais is one of the wor...

This week on Positive University we have the visionary owner of the Savannah Bananas, Jesse Cole. Jesse has bee disrupting the sports world by prioritizing fun, creating an unforgettable fan experience, and challenging the traditional norms of baseball.  Jesse has been a game-changer in the sports industry. His contagious energy and commitment to fan-first entertainment have propelled the Bananas...

"I LOOKED OVER MY SHOULDER, AND I SAW HIM ... FACE DOWN ... INSIDE OUR GATED LOCKED POOL." "HE WAS LIFELESS ..." "THE DOCTOR CAME IN AND TOLD US THERE WAS ZERO PERCENT CHANCE OF HIS BRAIN EVER FUNCTIONING RIGHT AGAIN …" This week on Positive University, you are going to hear a story of an unimaginable tragedy from renowned country music artist, Granger Smith. Granger shares his inspiring journey a...

This week on Positive University, uncover the unexpected journey of content creator Derral Eaves as he stumbled upon a low-budget short film that forever changed his life. The powerful portrayal of the nativity story from a fresh perspective led to a profound partnership centered on Jesus, drawing in diverse perspectives of those who encountered Him. But what was it about this portrayal that capti...

On this short but powerful coaching session, Jon walks you through how to make difficult conversations not so difficult with the STAR3 model. This is the perfect tool for both personal and professional application to help navigate difficult conversations with confidence, enhance effective communication within your team and establish clear rules for engagement to foster collaboration. Click here to...

Join Jon as he shares the power of choosing One Word to guide your year.  Instead of creating endless goals and resolutions, choose One Word to be your driving force for the year.   One Word creates clarity, power, passion and life-change. The simple power of One Word is that it impacts all six dimensions of your life – mental, physical, emotional, relational, spiritual, and financial.   Join thou...

On this episode of Positive University, hear a message from Jon on using your vision and mission to overcome negativity and stay positive. Use these strategies both in your personal and professional life to not only fill yourself with encouragement but to empower and encourage your team and others around you.

On this episode of Positive University Jon sits down with the Founder of Drybar, N.Y. Times Bestselling Author, Canopy President, Co-Founder Squeeze, Brightside and Becket + Quill, Alli Webb. In 2010, Drybar exploded into a nationally recognized and highly sought-after brand growing to over 150 locations and highly successful product line, which sold for $255 million in 2020. Staying true to her s...

Do negative thoughts come from you? What if I told you that they come from external sources, aiming to separate and divide us? Imagine realizing that your negative thoughts are not from you, but from something else. But what happens when you discover the truth? On this episode of Positive University we will hear a segment of one of Jon's talks from the stage about where negative thoughts really co...

Welcome to another empowering episode of Jon Gordon's Positive University Podcast! In this edition, our special guest is none other than Dorie Clark, the dynamic professor, acclaimed author, and mastermind behind achieving success in a world that's often noisy and crowded. Join us as we delve into the wisdom of Dorie Clark, who, with her strategic visioning and commitment to playing the long game,...

On the second part of the Finding Purpose and Fulfillment Through Positive Encouragement episode of Positive University, we hear exclusively from Jade Gordon on how she began speaking, the ups and downs she experienced along the way and what has been the key to her overwhelming success. Join us as Jade shares her story and practical strategies for discovering purpose and achieving fulfillment thro...

On this episode of Positive University, we have a clip from a talk Jon did with his daughter Jade Gordon at the Purpose Summit. Listen as Jon and Jade share their expertise on finding purpose and achieving fulfillment through positive leadership. As the daughter of renowned leadership expert Jon Gordon, Jade has been immersed in the world of positive leadership from an early age. Drawing from her...

Have you fallen for any of these myths about digital body language? Myth #1: Words are the only form of communication in the digital workplace. Myth #2: Digital body language doesn't matter as long as the message is clear. Myth #3: Understanding digital body language is only relevant for remote teams. In this episode of Positive University, our guest Erica Dhawan will debunk these myths and reveal...

Joining Jon Gordon on this episode of Positive University is Eric Decker, a former NFL wide receiver with a remarkable journey. Hailing from a small town in Minnesota, Eric's love for sports was ingrained in him from a young age. From baseball to football to basketball, Eric excelled in multiple sports, fueling his competitive spirit. Despite facing challenges and uncertainties in his college care...

On this special episode of Positive University, we gathered two of the most influential and impactful speakers, leaders, coaches and authors in the world, Jon Gordon and Ed Mylett. We recorded a conversation Jon and Ed did around the launch of Jon Gordon's newest best-selling book, The One Truth , and what came next has been described as life-changing, revolutionary and truly inspirational. Over t...

On this joint episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon sits down with Kathryn Gordon to discuss the power behind a positive mindset and how you can elevate your thinking with the power of "I AM."   In this episode, you will be able to: Unlock the Power of Your Mindset. Learn how to harness the power of positivity and transform your life through a shift in mindset. Learn effective techniques to r...

Do you want to enhance your mental well-being through mindful food choices? Are you seeking a solution to improve your mental health? Food is not only a key controller of our physical health but also our mental health as well. It's the building block that creates our brain, enabling us to have thought, feeling, and emotion.  On this episode of Positive University, Jon is joined by highly respected...

Have you been told that listening to upbeat music is the key to feeling more positive and inspired, only to find yourself still feeling stuck and unmotivated? The pain of seeking uplifting music and not experiencing the desired impact can be disheartening.  On this week's episode of Positive University, Jon will explore the profound impact of music on emotions and well-being, and how it can be a p...

Have you ever felt like you were destined to fail? Like no matter what you did, negative thoughts consumed your every move?    The One Truth is that we are not meant to go through life feeling anxious, disconnected, insecure, cluttered, chronically stressed, worried and sad. We are meant to live with hope, clarity, power, purpose, and confidence.   On this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordo...

On this episode of the Positive University Podcast, Jon Gordon is joined by New York Times bestselling author, Jon Acuff.  Jon Acuff talks about: His 3-Step Plan to Ditch Regret and Tap Into Your Massive Potential How to Plan Goals that You're Guaranteed to Reach And more! Sound too good to be true? Jon Acuff thought so too. Until it happened--again and again--for him and the hundreds of real peop...

Jon Gordon is joined on this episode of the Positive University Podcast by Dr. Caroline Leaf for a conversation about the mind and how to clean up your mental mess.    Dr. Caroline Leaf is a communication pathologist, audiologist, clinical and cognitive neuroscientist with a Masters and PhD in Communication Pathology and a BSc Logopaedics, specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsycholog...

In this episode of the Positive University Podcast, Jon shares why Positivity is THE Competitive Advantage for your life, work and team.    Read / share this episode and the newsletter on this topic which is available here .   In this message you learn: The Benefits of a Positive Perspective The Power of a Positive Mindset Why Positive Leaders Deliver Positive Results How Positive Leaders Build Gr...