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**One Percent Better**

Imagine how your life would be transformed if you could get 1% better every day. Every week since 2017, your host Joe Ferraro (@FerraroOnAir) releases a new episode designed to help you improve your mindset, language, and behavior.

Latest Episodes:

Ep. 193: 1460 Days Getting 1% Better Jul 18, 2021

Show notes

Last week I received this LinkedIn message:

Former Student-Athlete: "This is some accomplishment. Make sure to stop for a second today and appreciate this."

Me: "Wow! It never even crossed my mind. Is that bad??"

Former Student-Athlete: "I don't think it's bad per se but I definitely think you need to take a second to appreciate and reflect on what you've been able to accomplish in 4 years on this project! Average podcast lasts what? 5 episodes?"

He was talking about me producing the podcast for 4 years.

I missed the anniversary.

I was working on the business, not just in the business.

I was enjoying the process of creating a podcast, not just the product.

The can be cliches or they can be true. Or both.

What project are you willing to dive into for the next 1460 days?

Tell me here.

What project are you willing to work so hard on that you miss the anniversary?

Tell me here.

What project would you launch if only someone gave you permission?

Ask me here.

What project are you proud of?

Brag in private here.

I love creating this podcast with you.

Thank you for your support!

And as always, thanks for listening.

See you next week for another Damn Good Conversation!

--Joe

Brett Ledbetter Thinks He's Found What Drives Winning Jul 11, 2021

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My guest today has built a digital world of resources for those looking to do their very best work. Head over to What Drives Winning to dive into all that he and his team have built.

Brett Ledbetter has been called one of the best question askers in the world. He has interviewed Mike Krzyzewski, Geno Auriema, Jay Wright, PJ Fleck, Mike Matheny, Sue Enquist, Brad Stevens, and many more of the world's best coaches. He has consulted with NBA and NCAA teams as well successful companies and the military.

He has asked thousands of questions, and has earned deep wisdom.

Today he passes some of that wisdom on to you.

You can find my work over at damngoodconversations.com

if you are looking to be an even more effective communicator.

As always, thanks for listening to Episode 192!

--Joe

Ep. 191: The 22-Year Review Jun 27, 2021

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The more I know, the less I know.

Can you relate to that?

This year marks the end of my 22nd year as an English teacher. I feel like I am just now getting the hang of it.

The more time I spend thinking about what's best for my students, the less certain I feel that I know what that is.

This week I invite you to think along with me.

How do you feel about:

Homework
Dress code
Whole-class novels
Formal writing
Deadlines

When you think about what is best for learners, what are the best practices around each of these big ideas?

Yes these are questions about schooling, but I hope you can see the bigger picture as it relates to personal growth, self-improvement, lifelong learning, and getting 1% better every day.

Email me Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com

and let me know what you think. I want to hear from you.

As always, thanks for listening!

--Joe

PS: Head HERE if you need some damn good coaching.

Jeremy Sheetinger Coaches Baseball with Trust & Love Jun 20, 2021

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This week I share my conversation with one of the positive leaders I have ever met.

You could hate baseball and still find value in my conversation with Jeremy Sheetinger.

He's positive, charismatic, and intentional, & today he's here to help you get 1% better.

We discuss:

His commitment to his organization's mental health
His recent National Championship victory
How four years away from the game transformed him
The value of putting people first
The unprecedented award he received this year

and much more.

This is a damn good conversation.

As always, thanks for listening to Episode 190!

--Joe

Ep. 189: How I Became a Food Critic and Why You Should Care Jun 11, 2021

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This week I tell a true story and challenge you to answer two questions.

The story involves me getting paid to eat food and write about it.

The two questions are those I asked myself right before I accomplished this dream.

I am giddy about the benefits asking and answering these two questions could have in your life.

They work, and I can keep a secret so...

Email me to brag at Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com

I cannot wait to know what happens next.

As always, thanks for listening!

--Joe

PS: One of the three coaching slots I have open this summer was taken by a college student in Massachusetts looking to crush upcoming internship interviews. If you need to communicate who you are to strangers, COME SEE ME.

Rory Sutherland on Why Ideas That Don't Make Sense Still Work Jun 06, 2021

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Today's conversation is with one of the most legendary advertising minds of all time.

Rory Sutherland looks at the world differently.

His book Alchemy is one of the most original collections of ideas I have ever read.

Today's conversation is wide-ranging. From advertising to education. From fashion to technological wonders. From politics to innovation. I can't wait to hear what you think.

Rory on Twitter

If you are interested in learning more about one of the three remaining coaching opportunities I am offering this summer, head HERE.

As always, thanks for listening to Episode 188!

--Joe

Ep. 187: Damn Good Listener Questions May 30, 2021

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This week it's listener questions!

If you have questions for a future episode head HERE.

Here are the questions I answered today:

(2:17) For recent college graduates feeling the effects of COVID on the job market how do you recommend staying motivated and finding that dream job? Or do you not reach for that dream job and settle for something less?
(6:55) I found one of the hardest things to do as a coach was to figure out how much time needed to be spent with each player. And if I spent more time with a player because I knew it would benefit the team did the other players realize what I was doing? Thoughts?
(10:11) What's the difference between episodes you prepare for versus those you're purely present for (but maybe less prepared)?
(12:08) If there is one recipe your parents made while growing up that you absolutely loved, but you had to change it today to "upscale" it for a cooking show, what would that recipe be and how would you upscale it?
(15:48) Tell me about the moment that made you fall in love with having great conversations.
(18:03) How can you appropriately re-direct a conversation after being asked a question that gets you absolutely nowhere? Meta level question: can you unlock better questions from someone with better responses?
(22:02) How do you feel about sangria?

Bonus: (27:45) Kabobs are evil Full KWB Radio Episode w/ Sangria Rant

As always, thanks for listening!

--Joe

Dr. Amber Selking: 1% Better Mental Performance from Major College Football Sidelines May 23, 2021

Show notes

I begin today's episode with a confession.

Click play to hear what I admit.

After that formality is out of the way, Amber gives us an inside look into what makes the Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football program tick. She has spent years in the locker room, on the sidelines, and on the practice fields with one of the most successful programs in sports history.

We talk about:

The Notre Dame process
The evolution of Head Coach Brian Kelly
What the New Orleans Saints got in quarterback Ian Book
The thing Amber likes least about Notre Dame

and much more.

If you are craving more of her work, here are two great places to find her:

Work with Amber

Me on Amber's Podcast

Email me if I can be of service Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com

As always, thanks for listening to Episode 1861

--Joe

Ep. 185: The Conversation Distillery May 16, 2021

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A distillery is place where legendary spirits are created.

That process can be messy, especially during the experimenting phase.

But making great whiskey can be systematized. With intentional choices and careful notes, the process can be repeated and taught to others.

That's what I do.

I have studied the best conversationalists in the world and I want to share what they do to produce damn good conversations every time.

Today I highlight the work of three hosts and three guests. Each play their part in creating compelling conversations.

It's craft, not fame that makes their work brilliant.

Today, I tease out and share what makes these conversations work.

These lessons can change the way you connect with others forever.

Enjoy.

Check out the full conversations here:

Let me know what you think Joe@onepercentbetterproject.com

As always, thanks for listening!

--Joe

Mitch Joel Has Collected Thousands of Conversations May 09, 2021

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My guest today has published 774 podcast episodes.

Mitch Joel is a prolific speaker, author, and creator of all things audio.

In his own words, Mitch has been "collecting conversations" for decades. His first professional interview was with Tommy Lee of Motley Crue and he has not looked back.

He's been named to Dr. Marshall Goldsmith's "100 Coaches" list, and has received countless awards in the audio and video space.

Today we get into: