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Shed Cast a Shed Hunting PodcastS2E16 White Tines and Fence Lines w/ Taylor DixonSummaryIn this episode of Shedcast, host Dale Liversedge interviews Taylor Dixon, a passionate shed hunter and elk hunting enthusiast. Taylor shares his journey from a novice to a successful shed hunter, discussing the importance of mentorship, effective techniques, and the tools he uses for hunting. He emphasizes the significance of glassing and observation in finding antlers and shares his future plans for the shed hunting community. The conversation highlights the camaraderie in hunting and the joy of sharing knowledge with others.
2025-11-1228 min
Your Voice MattersThe Passion That Drives My Music with Dale DixonTrigger warning: This episode briefly discusses challenges faced by disabled and neurodivergent individuals, including social isolation and stigma. In this episode of Your Voice Matters, Asma Jacob speaks with Dale Dixon, a passionate musician and advocate from the neurodivergent community. Dale shares how his love for music began with his mother's influence, the challenges and joys of his musical journey, and his dreams of performing around the world. "We can tell our own self that we love our own disability, whether you're blind or visually impaired or whatever your disability is. Be patient with it...
2025-08-2028 min
Voice of Business Podcast by the Chamber of Commerce HawaiiEpisode #85: Turning Disputes into Trust with Dale DixonIn this episode, host Jo McGarry sits down with Dale Dixon, Chief Innovation Officer at Better Business Bureau Great West + Pacific, to discuss how businesses can turn disputes into opportunities for growth. From ethical business practices to effective complaint resolution, Dale shares insights on building trust, strengthening customer loyalty, and protecting reputations. Learn how BBB Accreditation helps businesses navigate conflicts, enhance credibility, and foster long-term success. Tune in to discover why handling disputes the right way can set your business apart.As the “Voice of Business” in Hawaii, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is a statewide, non-profit orga...
2025-02-1924 min
Impact Without LimitsS3: Special Feature: Living with Purpose: A Conversation with Elizabeth DixonSend a textIn this episode of Impact Without Limits, Dale and Brian sit down with wife, mother, speaker, author, and business owner Elizabeth Dixon. Together, they dive into the journey of discovering your purpose, assessing priorities, and making intentional parenting decisions.Elizabeth shares wisdom on embracing your God-given gifts and understanding how each of us is uniquely created for a purpose. Whether you're working to align your life with your calling, balancing family and work, or looking for inspiration to live with greater intention, this conversation is packed with encouragement and...
2025-02-0353 min
The Game ChangersMastering the Game of Life: Strategic Personal PlanningWe unpack the power of having a Personal Game Plan. Discover the transformational impact of pinpointing your 'lead domino' goal to ignite momentum across all areas of your life. Let Eric's insights motivate you to streamline your focus, conquer distractions, and charge towards your breakthrough objectives with newfound resilience and confidence. Tune in for a game-changing conversation that could redefine your approach to goals and inspire your next big win!Learn more about Eric at https://thegamechangersinc.com/Learn more about Dale at https://www.daledixon.me/Episode highlights:00:00 Success through consistency and...
2023-12-0434 minThe Game ChangersUnleash Your Best: Strategies to Increase Employee Engagement and Boost Workplace SatisfactionIn this episode, Dale and Eric discuss the Gallup 2023 workplace report on employee engagement. They highlight the concerning statistics that show a majority of employees are angry, stressed, and disengaged. They emphasize the importance of clarity in leadership and the need for recognition, approachable leadership, clear goals, and strong guidance. By addressing these areas, leaders can create a more engaged and productive workforce.TakeawaysEmployee engagement is a critical issue in the workplace, with the majority of employees being angry, stressed, and disengaged.Leaders need to provide clarity in their communication and...
2023-11-3029 minThe Game ChangersWinning the Game: The Importance of Starting StrongEric and Dale explore the importance of starting strong in order to finish well in any endeavor. Eric shares his insights on what it means to truly start strong, emphasizing the value of being fully present and attentive in the moment. Using the concept of WIN as an acronym for "What's Important Now," he reveals how prioritizing the initial conditions of a project or goal can significantly impact its overall success. From personal routines to business strategies, the idea of a strong start proves to be a game-changing mindset that can drive results in various areas of life. Stay...
2023-11-0625 minThe Game ChangersEmbracing AI Disruption: The Power of Change Management in the Age of Artificial IntelligenceIn this episode, we explore the disruptive forces shaping our world and how leaders can navigate them. Eric Boles and Dale Dixon unpack the key principles of change management and the role of AI in transforming businesses. From embracing transparency and addressing resistance to the power of a growth mindset, they provide valuable insights to help leaders navigate the ever-evolving landscape of disruption. They also discuss the fears and concerns surrounding AI, the importance of clear communication and setting boundaries, and the potential for AI to free up employees to focus on high-value work. Join us as we uncover...
2023-10-2430 minThe Game ChangersYour Circle of ControlWelcome to another episode of Game Changers, where we explore the strategies, mindsets, and actions that can truly transform our lives. In this episode, Dale and Eric Boles dive deep into the concept of focusing on what we can control to achieve our goals, particularly when it comes to relationships and personal development. [00:02:28] Focus on problems within our control. [00:04:50] Contributing factors not determining. Powerful question influence, ignore obstacles. [00:08:35] Identify trust obstacles, behaviors blocking goal. [00:12:04] Focus on areas of control, increase empowerment. [00:17:11] Discipline, date nights, vacations: Control your involvement. [00:20:1...
2023-10-1732 minThe Game ChangersStaying Calm, Cool & Collected Under PressureIn a captivating episode of "The Game Changers Podcast," Dale Dixon and Eric Boles explore the profound facets of sports psychology and its applications beyond just sports. The discussion underscores the importance of implementing psychological strategies at home, work, and various recreational pursuits, offering listeners actionable insights to elevate their daily performance. Eric, with his deep expertise, shares transformative techniques which Dale reinforces with real-world applications.
2023-09-1841 minThe Game ChangersThe Importance of Fitness To Unleash Your BestThe Game Changers Podcast with Eric Boles and Dale Dixon returns after a hiatus, and in this latest episode, they delve into the topic of fitness. Eric Boles, who coaches leaders to unlock their potential, shares his personal fitness routine, emphasizing the importance of conquering self-doubt and pushing through discomfort. He stresses that winning the morning by starting with exercise sets the tone for the rest of the day, building willpower and resilience.Dale Dixon, the host, discusses the mental clarity and longevity benefits of exercise, citing scientific research. They highlight how physical fitness isn't just about l...
2023-09-1130 minThe Game ChangersFeedback: The Right Words at the Right TimeUnleash your best in life and work with the Game Changers Podcast! Join Eric Boles and Dale Dixon as they explore the power of feedback and the importance of timing. Discover how the right words at the right time can transform your leadership and personal growth. From positive feedback to constructive criticism, learn how to make your feedback more meaningful and impactful. Dive into the nuances of giving and receiving feedback and gain actionable insights to become a more effective leader. Don't miss out on this podcast that will revolutionize the way you approach feedback and unleash your potential. S...
2023-07-1025 minThe Game ChangersSeeing is BelievingIn the latest episode, Eric Boles and Dale Dixon explore the transformative concept of "seeing is believing," and how it impacts our attitudes and actions. Through an engaging anecdote about a flight experience, they highlight the importance of perception and how it shapes our behavior. The episode emphasizes the need for leaders to cultivate the ability to see things from multiple perspectives, fostering humility and creating a learning environment. Tune in to the "Game Changers" podcast to gain valuable insights on leadership, perception, and personal growth.
2023-06-2632 minThe Game ChangersThe Power of RestRest is a game-changer in life and work. In this episode of The Game Changers podcast featuring Eric Boles and Dale Dixon, Eric discusses the challenges of practicing rest and the importance of recovery. The conversation highlights how busyness can hinder productivity and decision-making, leading to short-term focus rather than long-term perspective. Lack of rest can diminish energy, resulting in compromised choices. Rest is defined as individualized and can take various forms, such as reading or engaging in activities that recharge one's energy. The episode encourages listeners to prioritize rest and create rituals around it to become better leaders.
2023-06-2035 minThe Game ChangersMindset ResetA mindset reset means getting into the weeds of how we define growth. Everything outside of us is pushing us to go faster, to move quicker. Slowing down and taking the time to actually think is how to start the reset. Eric and Dale dive into the details.
2023-06-1229 minThe Game ChangersThe Courage to Fight for ClarityIf you've ever caught yourself saying, "I thought we talked about this and all agreed...," when working through a misunderstanding, this episode is for you. Eric and Dale real-world examples of how the lack of clarity is impacting so many organizations and what you, as a leader, can do to fight for clarity.
2023-05-1530 minThe Game ChangersHard WorkThis episode may rock your thinking about what hard work really is ... and isn't. Eric Boles and Dale Dixon talk through the concept that hard work is not long hours... it's about impact and getting things done.
2023-04-2434 minThe Game ChangersHuman BecomingHow does productivity and true teamwork get better in light of buzzwords and the good intentions of diversity and inclusivity? In this game changing approach, Eric Boles and Dale Dixon dive into the courage to show up, understanding we're all individuals with rich experiences ... not only human 'beings,' but humans 'becoming.'
2023-03-2032 minThe Game ChangersConnecting Head and Heart for High PerformanceThe higher the esteem level, the higher performing the team. In this episode, Eric and Dale detail five ways a leader can inspire those around them to higher levels of success by building esteem.
2023-03-1333 minThe Game ChangersThe Most Powerful Psychological ToolHave you noticed the ability to be objective and critically think through topics and issues is rapidly disappearing from society, especially in the U.S.? Screaming heads on TV. All or nothing politics. The work being done to trigger emotion, segment people into all-or-nothing groups does not help leaders make better decisions and organizations to reach full potential. In this episode, Eric and Dale tackle the challenge and provide game changing approaches to make critical thinking your most powerful psychological tool. Break through the cultural noise to seriously evaluate the present and prepare for the future.
2023-02-2730 minThe Game ChangersGet Stuff DoneIn this episode of "The Game Changers" podcast, Eric Boles and Dale Dixon dive deep into the topic of productivity and getting things done. As successful business leaders, Eric and Dale have learned the power of productivity and how it can transform your business and personal life.In this conversation, they share practical tips and insights to help you boost your productivity and accomplish your goals. Eric and Dale provide actionable advice to help you maximize your time and focus on what matters most.They also discuss the importance of overcoming procrastination and building momentum, sh...
2023-02-2027 minThe Game ChangersDo Hard ThingsDoes seeking the convenient and easy keep us from true success? In this episode, Eric and Dale lay out a game plan for embracing seeking out and embracing challenges to build resiliency and create a game changing life.
2023-02-0626 minThe Game ChangersDefine Your WinIf you're setting a goal, that goal is leading to a "win." How do you define that win? In this episode, Eric and Dale discuss a unique way to approach goal setting by clearly defining the win.
2023-01-1623 minThe Game ChangersCoach YourselfWe all have room for improvement. A question as we start 2023: Are you coachable? A great coach makes all the difference. What if that coach is inside of you? In this episode, Eric and Dale discuss how to unleash the coach within to propel you to the life you want.
2023-01-0919 minThe Game ChangersMeasure What MattersFinding clarity around what and how to measure for success in your business. Identifying specific areas of your life and work where you want to see success is an important first step in the process. Then, put the right measurement tools in place. In this episode, Eric and Dale work through the process to give you a clear roadmap.
2022-12-1727 minThe Game ChangersStaying AheadIs your skillset keeping pace as your business grows and evolves? Making sure the business doesn't outgrow you is an opportunity for continual growth and development. Keeping pace with the business needs to be done the right way. Eric and Dale share the "the C's" to stay ahead.
2022-12-0328 min
Sustain What?Hope and Sensemaking in a Pandemic? A "Futuring" Conversation with Thomas Homer-Dixon & MoreOctober 2, 2020
Thomas Homer-Dixon, the bestselling author of The Upside of Down and other books exploring pathways through complexity, joins Sustain What host Andy Revkin and two special guests in a bracing discussion of the themes of his latest work: "Commanding Hope: The Power We Have to Renew a World in Peril." (https://commandinghope.com/)
The guests are:
- Susan Cox-Smith, a partner and futurist at Changeist, a consultancy and training organization that curates and creates "experiences that stretch strategic thinking, materialize the new, and connect with people about what comes next." She's a...
2021-09-271h 11The Game ChangersEpisode 238: Finding Growth in DiscomfortLiving a life of comfort might feel good in the moment, but what is it really doing to us mentally and physically? Maybe it's time to consider adding a bit of discomfort and intentional suffering to our lives. It's time to get uncomfortable to grow.
2020-06-1722 min
The Game ChangersEpisode 237: The most underrated innovation strategyWant to grow your business? Innovate a game changing product? It's not the next BIG thing you should be chasing. Making small bets is the way to go. Learn the five rules of creating a culture of innovation and the one thing you can do to be more creative at coming up with those small bets.
2020-06-0720 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 236 Celebrate Jason Jennings' birthday with Game Changing stories and life lessons.Lifelong friend and colleague Laurence Haughton joins host Dale Dixon to celebrate what would have been Jason Jennings' birthday on May 31, 2020 with a series of Game Changing stories and accompanying life lessons. A chance meeting with Steve Jobs shows how luck favors the prepared mind. Learn how Jason “stumbled” into success with his first book that became an instant best seller. Jason had a knack for making people feel special, by using a unique gift. And, a tree planting in India shows it's always the right time to do something that leaves a legacy. Plus, Dale has a special reque...
2020-05-3035 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 235: Grief and planting a seed: Remembering Jason JenningsEpisode 235 of The Game Changers is the podcast episode decades too early. Jason’s colleague and close friend of 40-years, Laurence Haughton joins host Dale Dixon to pay tribute to Jason Jennings. Jason passed away on May 19, 2020 after a 12-day fight for life resulting from an aortic aneurism. In quintessential Jason Jennings style, Laurence and Dale distill 10 take-away life-lessons from working with Jason. The podcast concludes with an inspiring challenge. Jason may not be physically with us, but his generosity and spirit lay the foundation for a promising future.
2020-05-2349 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 234: Here are some truths about layoffs every leader should knowIt’s a repeatedly proven fact that companies that don’t do layoffs gain a competitive advantage that will have them grabbing market share, increased revenues and profitability when circumstances change. It’s also proven that companies that do layoffs the right way recover faster and that companies that do it the wrong way take much longer to recover to recover if ever.
2020-05-0227 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 233: How to Soar Like an EAGLE in Frightening TimesIf you’re ever having a dark day, feeling bad, afraid of what’s happening around you or simply want a BIG mood booster, this episode will help you turn things around and find yourself with a powerful and positive attitude. It’s one of the most compelling podcasts ever created by Jason and it’s one you’ll want to share with people you care about.
2020-04-1925 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 232: A Secret New Skill For Eventual RebootIn this episode Jason’s head of research and co-author Laurence Haughton a secret skill that will put you far ahead of the curve when the reboot begins. It all starts with seeing clearly, making a list and building a simple graph. Powerful knowledge to be gained in this week’s edition of The Game Changers.
2020-04-1131 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 231: How to Stop Worrying About Things You Can’t ControlPeople’s performance reaches its peak when they stop trying to control things they can’t control and spend their time on the things they can control. In this episode you’ll learn about the things you can’t control, the things you can, the difference between them and you’ll probably learn a lot about yourself.
2020-04-0421 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 230: 8 Ways to Find Hope During Times of DespairThe world is experiencing a pandemic of proportions never previously confronted. No one knows how this will be controlled one day, but it’s a certainty that it will. Many people are feeling depressed and being overwhelmed with despair. Here are 7 ways to try and find hope during these dark hours.
2020-03-2922 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 229 The Importance of Certainty and How to Create CertaintyOur brains crave certainty in the same way our bodies crave food, sleep and other basic needs. We love receiving positive news and information that makes us more certain and fear any news that leaves us uncertain. This edition talks about the importance of certainty in our lives and how to create our own certainty.
2020-03-2222 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 228: 8 Lessons for Leading in a Time of CrisisEveryone is concerned with the safety and wellbeing of their families, but the news seems to only get worse by the hour. Most of us can’t simply hunker down, lock the doors, work from home and hope for the best. We have companies to run, businesses whose doors must open, employees and customer who count on us and supply chains to lead and manage. I’ve spent my lifetime studying and watching remarkable in good times, bad times and times of crisis. This special edition of The Games Changers reveals the 8 biggest lessons...
2020-03-1426 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 227: 7 Safety Steps To Protect You and Your Family From The VirusJason came across a list of ways to minimize your risk for contracting the coronavirus. It contained many things he didn’t know. He checked the source and it’s a solid, reliable and highly learned doctor with no agenda other than helping keep people healthy. In this episode we reveal the eight things you can do to minimize your risk of contracting the coronavirus. This is one you should forward to others.
2020-03-0824 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 226: The 8 Powerful Benefits of AnticipationDo you practice mindful anticipation? Lots of studies prove that there are many powerful benefits derived from active anticipation. In this episode Jason reveals the eight ways that active anticipation will help you.
2020-02-2923 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 225: The 8 Rules for Working On Your BusinessIn his NY Times bestselling book, It’s Not The Big That The Small-It’s The Fast That Eat The Slow, Jason shared a powerful story about a man who finally took the time to work on his business not in his business and what happened when he did. This past week, Jason took a week to work on his business not in or for his business and shares what he learned and what to means to you.
2020-02-2125 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 224: How Risk Adverse Are You? Jason Reveals His ScoreIn one chapter in his NYT bestselling book, The Reinventors, Jason writes about the inability of most companies to let go of the old and embrace the new. In one chapter titled, Letting Go, he writes about the fact that most successful companies become so averse to change they become paralyzed. That started him wondering how risk adverse he’d become. He found some great tests to evaluate his own tolerance for risk and he shares his score and the tests in this edition.
2020-02-0123 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 223: 5 Steps to Improve Engagement, Priorities, Clarity, Focus & AccountabilityA recent research study concluded that six out of ten managers don’t know what’s really going on in their companies and when asked questions they were unable to answer, they resorted to folklore and mumbo-jumbo. If 60% of a firm’s managers don’t know what’s going on, it’s not possible to have an organization with high engagement, clear priorities, clarity and focus and accountability. Here’s how to be a lot better than everyone else.
2020-01-2622 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 222: Life on the Road: A Feel-Good Story & Powerful ReminderLast week, on a trip to deliver two speeches, I caught a ride with Lyft to a bookstore. I ended up hearing one of the greatest stories I’ve ever heard about having all the odds stacked against you but singlehandedly deciding to pick yourself up, create a goal and do whatever is needed to achieve it. It’s the story of Nur, an immigrant from Bhutan. You’ll be uplifted, richer and more determined than ever to achieve your goals when you hear this story.
2020-01-1824 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 221: How To Finally Empty and Take Control of Your Email InboxThe average worker has 200 unanswered emails in their inbox. Jason frequently found himself with more than 500 and talked to a colleague who has more than 18,000 unanswered emails in theirs. So, he set out to discover the best ways to bring the number down to zero and have an incredible sense of self-esteem. This podcast reveals what he found out.
2020-01-0427 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 220: The 7 Dangers of Long-Term Plans: Think WeWorkIf you spend all your time focusing only on the long-term view, there’s a very good chance you’ll never achieve it! Witness the recent debacle of WeWork whose valuation plummeted from a high of 47 billion dollars to less than 5 billion over the course of a disastrous few months, fueled by greed, not paying attention to the day-to-day and arrogance.There are 7 big dangers to look for when creating long-term plans. We’ll reveal them in the latest edition of The Game Changers©
2019-12-2121 minThe Game ChangersEp. 219 Jason Jennings Reveals What’s Keeping Top Business Leaders Awake These NightsEach year Jason conducts more than 800 interviews with CEO’s, business owners and entrepreneurs in preparation for his speeches and workshops. In 2019, almost every person he’s interviewed has brought up one ugly subject. We’ll reveal what he’s hearing and what to do about it in this edition of The Game Changers©
2019-12-1324 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 218: The Only Way to Gain Employee EngagementEvery company wants to do a better job of engaging their workforce and raising their employee engagement scores but they’re all missing something big. There’s only one way to achieve high levels of engagement and it’s been overlooked by almost every company. We reveal it in this edition of The Game Changers©
2019-11-2324 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 217: No Excuses: Getting the Job Done and Crossing the Finish LineGreat leaders are people of their word and when they say they’re going to get something done, they just do it; with no excuses ever offered for not getting it done. In this episode, Jason talks about always doing what you say you’re going to do and delivering and making good on your promises and commitments.
2019-11-0920 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 216: The Curve of Gratitude: 6 Steps To Successfully Getting and Using Endorsements and Testimonials.Endorsements and testimonials work for every business. Most people and companies are horrible at asking for and receiving endorsements that work. In this edition Jason explains how to gather and use strong testimonials and endorsements to grow your business.
2019-10-2727 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 215: 5 Discoveries Made Last Week in India That You Should KnowEach time Jason visits India for work or adventure travel he makes new discoveries. His most recent trip – a combination of work, speeches and adventure – was no exception. This episode features 5 things you should know about India.
2019-10-2031 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 214 The Right Way to Say ‘Thank You’If you’re a regular listener you’re probably someone filled with gratitude. This podcast teaches how to take your gratitude to a new level and is based on a great thank letter that Jason recently received that sets the standard for how to say thank you.
2019-10-1119 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 213: The Trillion Dollar CoachBill Campbell created billions of dollars of value in Silicon Valley as head of marketing and board director for Apple Inc. and CEO for Intuit and GO Corporation. But, he also created trillions of dollars of shareholder value by coaching Larry Page, Sergey Brin, Eric Schmidt, Jonathan Rosenberg and Sundar Pichai at Google, Steve Jobs at Apple, Brad Smith at Intuit, Jeff Bezos at Amazon, John Donahoe at eBay, Marissa Mayer at Yahoo, Dick Costolo at Twitter, and Sheryl Sandberg at Facebook. This episode reviews the book, The Trillion Dollar Coach, and explains how he worked his magic.
2019-09-3020 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 212: Do You Have What it Takes to be a Solution Provider?It happened during the dot.com bust, it happened again during the Great Recession and it’s happening again, right now. When the tides high and customers and new orders are flowing in the doors, , companies take all the business they can get, and it doesn’t matter what form it takes. But, whenever there’s a sign of weakness in the economy and/or talk of an impending slowdown, everyone jumps on the bandwagon of needing to become a solution provider instead of simply selling stuff. Successful solution providing means higher gross margins...
2019-09-2124 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 211: Tips For Being In The PresentWhat do chopping wood and carrying water have to do with each another? The two activities share nothing in common; in fact, it would be downright dangerous to try and do both at the same time. It’s now been proven, without a doubt, that multitasking doesn’t work and is bad for you, your employees, your customers and owners. In this edition of The Game Changers© you’ll find helpful tips for being in the present. There’s a wealth of information packed into 20 very fast minutes and a couple of great stor...
2019-09-1525 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 210: Why Great Leaders Work To Make Their Employees WealthyBad leaders come from a position of scarcity, have a snarky, dark view of the world and believe there’s only enough to go around for themselves and the owners or shareholders. Truly great leaders come from a position of abundance and want the people within their organizations to truly prosper but…and there’s a big BUT, there’s a big catch! Become a more enlightened leader in this podcast.
2019-09-0727 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 209: A Huge Shift in the Statement of Purpose by America’s Biggest CompaniesThe Business Roundtable, whose members are the CEOs of America’s leading companies with more than 15 million employees and more than $7 trillion in annual revenues, stunned the world when they announced they were changing their statement of purpose. No longer is their stated purpose, “to exist to grow profits,” but instead to do something much bigger and more meaningful. In this edition of The Game Changers© we’ll reveal their new statement of purpose and explain why it’s going to be a real game changer.
2019-08-2522 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 208: How Much Money Do You Need to Achieve Financial AbundanceWould you give up a couple of cups of coffee or a sandwich every day to end up being worth 5 million dollars by the time you’re set to retire? Learn how to achieve financial abundance in this episode of the Game Changers.
2019-08-1727 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 207: Twelve top leaders confessed to the six things they don’t do well and wanted help fixing.The twelve top leaders of one of the world’s largest -and from outward appearances – most successful companies in the world recently confessed to Jason the six things they don’t do well and wanted his help fixing. If you’re a leader or want to become one, don’t allow these six frequently overlooked things to derail your success or your career.
2019-08-1126 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 206: How To Get Anyone To Tell You EverythingMost people are horrible listeners. Within 48 hours of hearing a 10-minute presentation, most people can only recall 20% of what they heard. By the time a person is in high school they’re listening to less than 30% of what they hear and when most people listen, they’re so preoccupied with what’s in it for them that they fail to recognize important clues. And, to top it off, unless you have one unique personality trait, you’ll never master being a good listener. The secrets about listening are all revealed in this episode.
2019-07-2828 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 205: The Need For Constant Rejuvenation & LearningJason recently took part in the first conference of the top 30 leadership gurus in the world. He attended prepared to share and ended up being astounded by how much he learned. The gathering drove home the need for all people to find ways to constantly rejuvenate and refresh themselves. In this episode you’ll hear what Jason learned at the conference and what it means to you.
2019-07-2121 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 204: Getting and Keeping Your Hands DirtyIn most companies, the higher up the ladder you climb, the less direct contact you have with customers. That’s not the case with great companies where the top leaders all stay in close touch with customers.
2019-07-1426 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 203: 8 Ways to Ensure A Start-Up Survives and ProspersSeven of ten startups fail within a couple of years and nine are dead and buried before their 10th birthday. Think of what a wide swath of broken hopes and dreams, crushed personal finances and irreparably broken friendships float down that river of misery. If you’re thinking about doing a startup or know someone who is, you should click here and listen to the latest edition of The game Changers© and learn the eight things a start-up can do to help ensure their success.
2019-06-3030 minThe Game ChangersThe Tool-Kit to Build a High Speed CompanyJason was recently asked to be a guest on two episodes of Business-Next, one of India’s most popular business podcasts. The podcast is being aired on Bloomberg India and 20 other social media platforms in India. This segment sheds light on toolkits to building a high-speed company - toolkits to develop a focused set of principles, tactics and a continuous learning process to avoid mistakes that everyone else has made.
2019-06-2327 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 201: The Future of Retail – Are Most Stores Doomed to Fail?Having recently witnessed an alarming number of retail stores closing their doors, Jason decided to investigate the future of retail in the US. Some of his findings and insights will surprise you.
2019-06-1523 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 200: Helping Others Get What They WantIt’s my birthday and the 200th birthday of the podcast I do each week with Dale Dixon. My birthday is the day of the year that I spend time taking stock of where I am, where I’m headed, what I’ve accomplished and what I want to accomplish. Today, in addition to giving thanks for the gifts of health, family and success, I was also struck by the realization that everything I’ve achieved in life has come from helping other people achieve what they want to achieve. Without exception!
2019-06-0822 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 199 The High-Speed Company Podcast for Bloomberg Quint-IndiaJason Jennings loves India and has spent time there on many occasions. Recently, Jason was asked to be a guest on two podcasts on the subject of building a high-speed enterprise. Produced by IVM Podcasts, an Indian Company, the podcast is being aired on Bloomberg India and twenty other social media platforms.
2019-06-0128 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 198: Good People Confront Prejudice Whenever They Encounter It.During recent business trips Jason witnessed many overt acts of prejudice and discrimination. How do principled people opposed to discrimination respond when they see or experience vile acts? Do they look the other way? Do they says something or say nothing? Here’s how he’s decided to handle it.
2019-05-2615 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 197: Connecting With Strangers & Making FriendsMeeting new people can be stressful; some people even experience severe anxiety when forced to do so. Here’s a list of the good things that happen when you’re open to engaging with strangers and instructions for how to make it happen.
2019-05-1922 minThe Game ChangersJason Jennings Reveals the Secrets So You’ll Never Risk Losing Any Employee You Want to KeepBrian Devine, former CEO and Chairman Emeritus of PETCO told Jason that he’s never lost an employee he wanted to keep. Keeping great people is a challenge. In this episode you’ll learn a ‘devine’ way for keeping great people.
2019-05-1220 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 195: A Short Story with a Double Punch You’ll Never ForgetHere’s a powerful and inspirational short story to about the unlimited opportunities available to everyone – if they just know where to look. This is one story you’ll never forget.
2019-05-0417 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 194: What do you think about a Twelve-Hour Workday Six Days a Week?Jack Ma, the billionaire founder of Alibaba endorses the 996 work system; 12 hours of work from 9:00 to 9:00 six days a week and argues that people who work that much have found their true passion and are the only people he considers to be his ‘brothers’ in business. That’s the discussion in this podcast.
2019-04-2826 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 193: 17 Ways to Make Your Employees Happier and More EngagedThe definitive research is in and it proves that companies whose employees are the happiest, generate far more revenues and profits than those of companies whose employees are less happy. In this edition you’ll learn 17 ways to make your employees happier and more engaged.
2019-04-1420 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 192: The Case for Financial LiteracyThe Median US household has saved less than $5,000 for retirement (that means half of all households have saved more and the other half have saved less). That paints a picture of a desperate future for tens of millions of people. Here’s how we can start solving the problem.
2019-04-0720 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 191: How Great Leaders Peer Through the Fog and Pick a DestinationWhile researching his book, Hit The Ground Running, Jason observed that truly exceptional leaders simply do a better and more effective job than their less successful peers at communicating where the department, business unit or company is headed. They’ve mastered the skills of being destination agents.
2019-03-3128 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 190: 9 Ways to Get the Raise You WantAsking for a raise is hard – it’s difficult to talk about how much money you’re worth. In this episode Jason and Dale reveal 10 things you can do to prepare yourself and present your case for getting a raise.
2019-03-2420 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 189: Why “I’m Sorry’ and “I apologize” Don’t Cut it AnymoreLast week, I was traveling for a speech and, because of the location, had to stay in a hotel that charges $800 a night.The service was lousy and over two nights and three days, I was on the receiving end of a record setting 36 “I’m sorry’s” and “I apologize.” Each was well-practiced and patently disingenuous.I started doing some research and discovered that most people feel the same way; they simply don’t believe most customer service apologies.I also discovered some fascinating research published in the Harvard Business Review about what it takes...
2019-03-1725 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 188 Slash Your To-Do List and Watch Great Things HappenAverage companies have hundreds of objectives and initiatives. Highly successful companies have 95% fewer objectives. Here’s how to reduce the number of objectives you have and watch productivity will soar.
2019-03-1019 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 187: How to Be More OptimisticI shared a flight with a cranky guy with a bad attitude last week. It got me thinking about how grateful I am to be an optimist and I took out a pad of paper and started making a list.If you like the idea of being optimistic, you’ll enjoy the list and learn something.
2019-03-0328 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 186 Build the Life You Want by Writing Your ObituaryWhen researching his book, Hit The Ground Running, Jason spent time with and wrote about Howard Lance, the CEO of Harris Corporation and currently the Chairman and CEO of three billion dollar, Maxar Technologies, a leading space technology and solutions company. During one of their interviews, Lance told Jason about an exercise he’d done as a young, rising executive that had a profound impact on his career; he and the other attendees were instructed to spend an evening writing their own obituary. Learn how writing your obituary can be the first step toward building a plan that allows yo...
2019-02-2413 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 185: 7 Steps for Creating a Tsunami of SuccessImagine having everyone who works with or for you aiming their arrows at the same target.That can only happen with effective communication and that relies on being able to cascade information throughout the company.Here are the 7 Steps that will insure the messaging you want everyone to have is cascaded properly.
2019-02-1719 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 184 I brought a $5,000 suit for $800. Lessons from Suitsupply.In the past, I’ve bough a lot of Armani and Brioni suits to make sure I looked good on stage. A great designer label suit with fine Italian fabrics can easily cost $5,000.Then, I heard about a company whose suits sell for $800 and in an evaluation test for the WSJ, a team of experts judged the $800 suit to be as good as a $5,000 Armani suit.Hear the story of how Suitsupply is upending the menswear business. You’ll learn something you can us in your business.
2019-02-1020 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 183: 4 Ways Great Leaders LeadAs a researcher, author and teacher I’m able to gain access to lots of very accomplished business leaders. But, recently, I was privileged to see the best example of leadership in action I’ve ever witnessed. Listen and gain invaluable leadership insights into how great leaders lead. My observations:1.Successful people and companies frequently start to take their success for granted. Of the original Fortune 500 from 1955 fewer than 10% remain; 450 died, got absorbed, went of business etc. The average lifespan of a company in the S&P is less than 20 years versus 60 years back in the 196...
2019-02-0320 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 182: The SUGGESTION BOX – Winning Ideas from the WorkforceLast week, I was doing kick-off the year speech in Sacramento for BMD, a great employee owned mid-size company. After my speech, we divided the attendees into small groups and assigned each group one of the key points of my speeches. The assignment was to answer the question, "How can we use this to get us where we want to go?"I was stunned with the great ideas the small groups generated. On the trip home I couldn't stop thinking about how many valuable ideas employees have that never get shared with s...
2019-01-1519 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 181: How to Have More Business Opportunities Than You’ll Ever WantIs the glass half-empty or half full? Does it only depend on your perspective? One of the observations Jason has made this year while interviewing nearly 1000 CEO’s, top business leaders and entrepreneurs is that companies who are doing well believe they have unlimited opportunities in front of them while businesses experiencing little or negative growth believe the opportunities in front of them are limitless. Is it the just perspective or is it something else? Jason thinks it’s something else.
2018-12-2322 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 180: Do you Believe in Ghosts? I Didn’t Until Last WeekDo you believe in ghosts? Jason never did until he visited Richmond, Virginia last week for a speech. Let him tell you what happened in his hotel room. The story is enough to give you goose bumps. There’s also a great business tip from a small business owner who employs 65 people in a highly successful enterprise. You’ll find his unique perspective refreshing, unusual and maybe a little controversial.
2018-12-1021 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 179: The 10 Biggest Challenges Facing Every Business in 2019Each year, Jason conducts between 600 - 1,000 telephone interviews in preparation for his speeches around the world. These conversations are with CEO’s of small, medium and very large companies, business owners, entrepreneurs, and high-level executives. This episode reveals the ten things business leaders see as their big challenges for 2019.
2018-11-2629 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 178: A Discovery in Bogota Colombia, That Can Help Your BusinessLearn Something easy you can do to immediately grow your revenues 5-10%
2018-11-1922 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 177: 9 Reasons the Arts are more Important than SportsRecent research reveals that students who take four years of arts and music average almost 100 higher points on their SATS than those who take a half-year or less. Have children or grandchildren? Want them to have a rich life. Maybe you should encourage them to grab a paintbrush instead of a football. 9 reasons why the arts are better than sports.
2018-10-2314 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 176: The 8 Traits of the world’s best CEO’sDescription: After studying more than 220,000 companies for books and having conducted more than 34,000 interviews with the most successful leaders, business owners and CEO’s in the world, Jason complied a list of the eight traits that truly great leaders share. He reveals them in this episode of the Game Changers©.
2018-10-2226 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 175: 5 Game Changers from Jeff Bezos and AmazonFollowed the company from its infancy but they never -explain – qualified for one of my books. But it’s tough to ignore advice form a guy who has a net worth of 158 billion dollars.Half of all online searches start on Amazon, 50% of Americans belong to Prime, and the company receives 1 of 2 dollars spent online. Article by Randall Lane, Editor of Forbes and have always admired him. Day 1 Tower – it’s the first day of their existence and the first day of the Internet (Think BIG Act Small) Emphasize growth over short term profitability Multiple path...
2018-10-1716 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 174: 5 Easy Steps for Being Mentally and Physically FitWith 1.3 million listens and downloads and growing every week, this is, The Game Changers with Jason Jennings, NY Times, WSJ and USA TODAY bestselling author of eight books on leadership, growth, innovation, speed, reinvention…. Dale: You’re a fitness fanatic but we’ve never talked about it before, but, I guess that’s the subject today…what caused this to pop up your radar?
2018-10-1228 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 167: Jason Jennings on Why It Is Important For Businesses to Put Systems in PlaceAfter 166 episodes of The Game Changers Dale Dixon and Jason Jennings had never met in-person. That all changed on the eve of Jason’s departure on a three-week speaking, adventure and ‘poking his nose around tour of China, Cambodia, Laos, Hong Kong and Singapore. During their lunch together, Jason gave Dale a sneak preview of what he’d be sharing with the leadership of one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.
2018-06-1512 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 164: 3 Things You Don’t Need to Know but Probably ShouldDale Dixon, the host of, The Game Changers©, just attended a Tony Robbins fifteen-hour workshop. Ever wondered about what goers on? We’ll review it for you.
Do you know what the letters in the word ‘fine’ stand for? Once you do you’ll permanently banish the word from your vocabulary and think twice before interacting with anyone who uses it.
Do you ever hear buzzword phrases like, ‘aggregating leading-edge functionalities’ and wonder if you’re stupid because you have no idea of what they’re talking about or are simply dealing with a precocious, pretentious poseur? Well, it turns out there’s even...
2018-04-1525 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 73: Serving the Customer – Move Decision Making DownwardJason and Dale talk about customer service and where the decision to serve the customer must take place; based on a real life example at Delta Airlines.
2016-04-0917 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 72: Exceed Everyone’s Expectation Every TimeJason is traveling in the Middle East on a speaking tour and he and Dale were unable to secure a high quality audio line to do this week’s podcast. In its place we’re urging you to listen to or listen again to the episode that has generated the biggest response of any episode. Originally it aired as Episode 66: Exceed Everyone’s Expectations Every Time. This episode reveals the single most powerful and important question you’ll ever ask as you’re about to begin doing business with someone. It’s a simple question that will change your entire life. Nothin...
2016-03-1307 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 69: Notes from the Road: Is there a Recession on the Way?Jason was in the middle of a 17,000 five city speaking tour when host Dale Dixon caught up with him. Based on Jason’s research they discuss whether or not a recession is looming, the biggest challenge facing businesses right now and conclude with something shocking that happened to Jason in Mexico.
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Trinitiespodcast 118 – The Son of God 2 – Mr. Danny Andre Dixon’s “Arian” view of JesusMany Christians in the 2nd to the 4th centuries, and many since, have read the famous opening of the gospel according to John like this:
In the beginning [i.e. at the Genesis creation, but not necessarily before] was the Word [i.e. the pre-human Jesus], and the Word was with God [i.e. the Father], and the Word was divine. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through him, and without him not one thing came into being.
Is “the Word” here really the man Jesus, before he was a man...
2015-12-2150 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 53: Six Steps for Finding, Keeping, Engaging and Growing MillennialsMillennials will make up 100 million of America’s 130 million job market. You will succeed at finding, keeping, engaging and growing them or you will go the way of the dinosaur. Spend ten minutes learning the results for some fascinating new research about Millennials and the six things you can do to engage them. It’ll be worth your time. 91% of all Millennials want to become leaders but only 5% of them say it’s about the money. Lots of great numbers and research about Millennials and the six ways to find, keep, engage and grow them in this week’s edition of, The...
2015-09-2614 minThe Game ChangersEpisode 24: Four Steps to a Powerful PresentationWhether a one-to-one sales call, a board presentation or a speech to 20 or 200, learn four ways to get past the jitters and be a more powerful presenter as Jason takes over the podcast and turns the table on host Dale Dixon. The two detail the four tips from Dale’s new book, Sweating Bullets-A Story About Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking.
2013-11-2418 min