The Turning Point Podcast with Jon Goldman

In this episode of the Turning Point Podcast, host John Goldman sits down with entrepreneur and former Vanguard financial advisor Michael Loscavio to explore the intersection of business success, personal growth, and wealth. Drawing on his experience managing billions of dollars in investments and building multiple businesses, Michael shares the lessons that have shaped his approach to leadership...

Most entrepreneurs believe they own a business. But as Jon Goldman and Steve Graber — veteran CPA and long-time advisor to business owners — reveal, what they really own is a job wearing a nicer suit. In this Off the Record conversation, they break down how to transform your company from a dependency into an asset that runs without you. You’ll learn why control kills scalability, how to replace ch...

Most entrepreneurs believe they own a business. But as Jon Goldman and Steve Graber — veteran CPA and long-time advisor to business owners — reveal, what they really own is a job wearing a nicer suit.  In this Off the Record conversation, they break down how to transform your company from a dependency into an asset that runs without you. You’ll learn why control kills scalability, how to replace c...

When stress hits, most leaders try to escape it. Dr. Dan Abrams says that’s exactly why it wins. In this Off the Record conversation, Jon Goldman sits down with Dr. Dan Abrams — a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and former neurosurgeon — to explore the surprising truth about pressure, purpose, and the brain’s hidden wiring. You’ll learn why your mind gets hijacked by anxiety, what actually rewires r...

This episode of the Turning Point podcast features an interview with Danny Iny, focused on the concept of “living the pilot life”, a mindset and approach to business and decision-making rooted in experimentation, learning, and navigating uncertainty. Danny shares his entrepreneurial journey, including early failure with a startup that left him in significant personal debt, and how that experience...

This episode focuses on one of the biggest sources of frustration in life and leadership: expectations and overattachment. Jon Goldman explains that frustration doesn’t come from circumstances themselves, but from the rigid expectations we place on how things “should” be. These expectations are often rooted in early childhood attachments, where we learned to tie our sense of safety or “being okay”...

This episode of the Turning Point podcast focuses on a simple but powerful framework for transforming your thinking and, as a result, your life: ABC — Accept, Bounce, Choose . The core idea is that your experience of life is created from the inside out, not from external circumstances . Even in extreme adversity, people are not “stuck.” They always retain the ability to respond differently through...

In this episode, Jon Goldman explores the true meaning of resilience through a powerful story from the Russian Gulags. Using the contrast between external strength and inner stability, he shares a profound lesson on equanimity—how real well-being comes from alignment and purpose, not circumstances. This conversation challenges listeners to rethink what it means to thrive, even in the most difficul...

In this special episode of the Turning Point Podcast , host Jon Goldman is joined by Turning Point mentor Andi Saitowitz to introduce The Ten Gates of Unstucking —a proven framework designed to help leaders break through internal barriers, even when goals and motivation are already in place. Through a live, vulnerable facilitation, John explores how deeply rooted, often unconscious beliefs—many sh...

In this episode of the Turning Point Podcast: Off the Record , host Jon Goldman talks with wealth strategist and author Noah Rosenfarb about the hidden realities of wealth, leadership, and success. Noah shares how he intentionally designed a “lottery winner’s lifestyle” through values-based planning, enabling global travel, family time, and meaningful work without sacrificing purpose. They explore...

In this episode, we explore the concept of abrasive leadership. What defines an abrasive leader? How do their actions impact the workplace, and what drives them to behave in such a way? Host Wes Reid breaks down the psychology behind abrasive leadership, revealing that many abrasive leaders are not fully aware of the harm they cause. Using the TADA framework—Threat, Anxiety, Defensiveness, and Agg...

In this episode, our guest shares valuable insights from his 20-year journey as a pastor and leader within a thriving organization. With thousands of congregants and multiple congregations under his care, he navigates the complexities of leadership by focusing on grounded aspirations over rigid expectations. We discuss how to hold loosely to life’s unpredictable paths, distinguish between family,...

In this deeply inspiring episode, host Jon welcomes John O'Leary, a motivational speaker, author, and burn survivor, to share his powerful life story. John recounts the tragic accident at age nine that left him with burns covering nearly his entire body and the profound moments that shaped his journey from victim to victor. Through faith, family support, and sheer resilience, John has transformed...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Turning Point , host Jon Goldman and mentor Tsippy delve into the complex dynamics of family-run businesses and the inherent dysfunctions that often arise. With humor and insight, they explore why all family businesses face challenges, highlighting the impact of personalities like "Failing Fredo" from The Godfather —a character symbolic of resentment and underpe...

Turning Point Podcast: "The Surprise Ending" with Jon Goldman & Michael Lamm Episode Summary: In this episode, Jon Goldman and Michael Lamm dive deep into the realities of business transitions, especially the often-overlooked emotional and psychological aspects of selling a business. They discuss why the "American Dream" of selling your company for a big payday doesn't always lead to happiness...

In this episode of the Turning Point podcast, host Jon Goldman sits down with family business mentor Tsippi Gross to tackle the complex and often humorous dynamics within family-run businesses. Tsippi and Jon explore the common conflicts these businesses face, from balancing family loyalty with professional accountability to managing roles and responsibilities across generations. They share real-w...

In this episode of the Turning Point podcast, host Jon Goldman sits down with Kelly, the Director of Education for ACA International, to explore the transformative power of soft skills in high-stakes environments. Kelly shares her unique journey, which took her from criminology and probation work to scaling a company from 50 to 3,000 employees. Together, Jon and Kelly dive into essential topics li...

In this episode, Jon Goldman and co-host Tsippi are joined by transformational coach Lily Sais, who shares her journey overcoming severe anxiety through the "Three Principles" (3P) framework. Lily, a former school psychologist, describes how 3P provided her lasting peace after years of struggling with anxiety. Jon reflects on his experience with 3P as a leadership expert, and together they discuss...

In this insightful episode, Jon Goldman sits down with Turning Point Mentor Tsippi Gross to discuss the powerful concept of transforming your life through the ABCs—Accept, Bounce, and Choose. Building on their previous conversation about overcoming self-sabotage, they dive deep into practical strategies to reframe your thinking, even in the face of life's toughest challenges. Through the story of...

In this episode of the Turning Point Podcast, host Jon Goldman sits down with Turning Point mentor Tsippi Gross to discuss the single biggest problem in business and life: Stressful Anxious Thinking (SAT). Discover how this mindset can negatively impact productivity, relationships, sales, well-being, and leadership. Learn about the ABC strategy to recognize and manage SAT, the misconception about...

Join us as we delve into the often unseen and unknown challenges of leadership with Jon. We discuss the realities that leaders face, from late nights and high stress to the balance of responsibility and personal life. Jon sheds light on the emotional and psychological demands of being at the helm, emphasizing the importance of ownership, the paradox of effort and results, and the significance of m...

In this episode of the Turning Point podcast, host Tsippi Gross sits down with John Goldman, the director and founder of Turning Point. They dive deep into John's personal journey of discovering his purpose and the impactful philosophy behind serving leaders. John shares an enlightening story from his travels and discusses the different types of leadership, including the little known yet extremely...

Summary: Are you at a Turning Point? Join us for the debut episode of The Turning Point Podcast, where business growth and personal development meet to create real results. Hosted by Jon Goldman, founder and director of Turning Point, this podcast delves into the journey of transformation for business leaders and their circles. In this episode, Jon shares the origins of Turning Point, his personal...