One Percent Better

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 sp...

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....

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...

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 convers...

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 pr...

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'r...

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.co...

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" me...

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...

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 a...

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.  On...

Today's conversation is with my High School English Teacher and Coach, John Knebels.   25 years after we last spoke, I called Mr. Knebels and hit record. He agreed and today I share with you a time capsule. Who was your favorite teacher? Who was a formative mentor in your life?  I invite you to think back to who you were 25 years ago. Who were you when you were in High School?  Who took the time t...

This week I need you to do four things: Listen to this episode Share it with someone who needs to hear it Start imagining your Ikigai  Email me to fill me in Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com Damn Good Links: Ikigai Image Tim's Ted Talk on Ikigai The Secret Podcast As always, thanks for listening! --JF 

My guest today is the author of The First 90 Days. It's a #1 Best Seller with 2,305 4.5 star reviews on Amazon. More than that, it is recognized as THE book for leaders looking to change culture, onboard employees, or inject energy into a struggling culture.  My conversation with Michael is wide-ranging.  Some of the areas we dive into: How to pick your battles in a new role What resume mistakes p...

Today's episode is inspired by Derek Sivers .  His idea is one of the most powerful decision making metrics I have ever used.  We make hundreds of decisions a day. Any rule that makes that process 1% better is one worth exploring.  Email me Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com and let me know how you used "hell yeah or no" this week. As always, thanks for listening! --JF   

My guest this week is Cole Schafer.  He writes my favorite current newsletter on the planet, Sticky Notes. It's fresh, irreverent, and helpful. If you are looking to write in a more compelling way, consider Cole's work at Honey Copy. In this damn good conversation we talk about: His signature writing style Why reading more fiction will make you 1% better His writing process A few of his favorite b...

This week I take you inside a conversation.  My hope is that something I share today will make your conversations 1% better tomorrow.   Will this exact system work for everyone? I don't know. What I do know is that it has worked for me for over 200 recorded conversations, and I use the exact same process in my everyday life.  Perhaps you will want to jot notes down the first time you try it.  Grea...

My guest this week runs The Profile. Polina Marinova Pompliano is a rising star in the world of journalism.  At a young age, she's already made an impact, amassing nearly 50,000 Twitter followers, and thousands of subscribers to her weekly newsletter.   How does she do it?  Two words: curation and consistency. In this conversation, I uncover the mindset, language, and behavior that has made her a...

Today I get to share ideas that have been percolating like strong black coffee. I also get to showcase the work of someone I admire.  This week I hand the microphone to Kyle Wagner He crushes it. Note: If you are only going to listen to one section, skip to the 35:00 minute mark when Kyle asks me one of the best questions I have ever been asked.  As always, thanks for listening.  --JF 

Today's conversation was a privilege.  Bill Curry  played in three Super Bowls including the very first. He attended Martin Luther King Jr.'s funeral.  He played center for Joe Nammath, Bart Starr, and Johnny Unitas.  He was coached by Don Shula and Vince Lombardi.   I am confident that there is something in this conversation for everyone who is looking to get 1% better.  Email me Joe@onepercentbe...

This week I share four clips from my conversation with Zach Casto Zach invited me to speak to staff and students from West Virginia State University last week.  Today's I share a few moments from that conversation that will help you improve your mindset, language, and behavior.   I share thoughts on:  Student engagement How we invest our attention My tactics for teaching remote and in-person learn...