Go To War: Recent Episodes
Jon Paramore
Are you TRULY the best version of who you could be?? The answer is either “yes” or “no.” Most people (if they were to tell themselves the REAL truth) would say no.
Jon Paramore is a man who is teaching the art and mindset of what it TRULY means to “GO TO WAR” with yourself in order to become the VERY best version of who you truly are. Not just in your health and fitness, but in your relationships, your spirituality, and most of all, with yourself. This “GTW” mindset is exactly what Jon used to build all of his companies and is what his clients are currently using to build their empires as well.
The GTW Podcast covers everything impacting entrepreneurs in today’s world and what it takes to avoid falling into the common pitfalls of complacency. Jon also talks about LIFE and what it takes to live in a way that most people avoid through sedation and avoidance. Learn what it takes to LIVE the GO TO WAR lifestyle and become the person you know you are, deep down inside.
In this episode of Drop the Hammer, Jon and Alisa delve into the essential steps for leveling up after a strong foundation is built. As discussed on the previous episodes, there are five business levels and scaling each level resembles climbing a mountain. Today we discuss Level 2; The Crest Level. Whether you're launching a startup or scaling your business, join us as we uncover the key strategies for building for success.
In this episode of Drop the Hammer, Jon and Alisa delve into the essential steps for establishing a solid business foundation. As discussed on the prevous episode, there are five business levels and scaling each level resembles climbing a mountain. Today we discuss Level 1; The Base Level. Whether you're launching a startup or scaling your business, join us as we uncover the key strategies for building a strong foundation for success.
In this episode of Drop the Hammer, Jon describes the levels it takes to scale any business. There are 5 levels and it resembles scaling a mountain. Each level will present challenges and none of those challenges can be avoided.
In this episode of Drop the Hammer, Jon lays out his blueprint for becoming the most efficient and productive version of YOU. He will show you how to get out of doing busy work keeping you stuck where you are and shift your focus to productive action that will move you closer to your targets and the life you want!
In this episode of Drop the Hammer Jon breaks down the difference between those who can regulate their emotions and those who can’t and why it’s important to identify them both. Cancel culture and division are wreaking havoc in our world and todays podcast explains how learning to regulate emotions can bring us all closer together.
In this episode, Jon interviews Brandon J of Brandon J Roofing. Hear how Brandon went from drug dealer who went to prison to building a roofing company that does over 30 million in revenue. This come back story and story of exceptional culture is something everyone needs to hear.
In this quick hit episode, called Vision. Plan. Do., Jon discusses keep planning to short increments based on his current perception.
Today, Alisa Paramore, Jon's wife and business partner, joins Drop The Hammer to rapid fire 4 random questins to Jon. Topics including four sales buckets, referral partners, and fake coaches.
In this quick hit episode, called Compete or Die, Jon discusses the competitive side of business and what it really means when someone says "I don't have any competition."
Just Ask.
Today, Alisa Paramore, Jon's wife and business partner, joins Drop The Hammer to rapid fire 4 random questions to Jon.
In this episode, Jon goes over what is coming and why he decided this podcast was designed. Get ready for some exciting things to come as he (and guests) get DEEP into business, mindset, current events, and much more. Welcome to Episode 1 of Drop The Hammer.
Part 2. Jon and Dave's conversation was so powerful we decided to record a very special episode where they take YOUR QUESTIONS and read them for the very first time and answer them live on the air. Take a listen to some powerful off the cuff answers to some of your most hard hitting questions.
Are you struggling with finding people who match your culture? Welcome to the club.
This week Jon and special guest Dave Hurt discuss in length and in detail how bringing the wrong team members into your business can cancel out everything positive you've put forth to gain traction in today's modern business culture. It's so difficult to find the perfect fit, and it seems like whenever you think you've found someone the rug gets pulled out from under you. But you're not alone.
This episode is a deep dive into how to solve this problem before it EVER EVEN PRESENTS ITSELF. Listen in as Dave and Jon share their tricks to finding the right people that match your companies values and culture.
Burnout. It's not just something cool to do with your car. It's a huge problem with modern entrepreneurs. In this episode, Jon talks about his experiences and how he's avoided burnout.
One of the most important tricks to avoiding burnout is understanding where you're top gear is. Sometimes the best way to avoid burnout is by slowing down. Jon discusses in this episode how simply understanding your maximum speed and being able to pull back allows you to go further faster. Take a listen, and Go To War.
Don't listen to anyone but yourself...and Jon. On this episode of the Go To War Podcast XL, Jon talks about how to find your true self and how to live your best life, in and out of business.
As entrepreneurs, you have a lot of bullshit being thrown your way, and sometimes it muddles the waters. But by being true to business, by being true to your family, and most of all being true to yourself, you can find the whole f*cking truth that will help you break free from the daily grind keeping you from being all you can be.
Listen as Jon guides you down the path, to be UNAPOLOGEITCALLY YOU.
Don't listen to anyone but yourself...and Jon. On this episode of the Go To War Podcast XL, Jon talks about how to find your true self and how to live your best life, in and out of business.
As entrepreneurs, you have a lot of bullshit being thrown your way, and sometimes it muddles the waters. But by being true to business, by being true to your family, and most of all being true to yourself, you can find the whole f*cking truth that will help you break free from the daily grind keeping you from being all you can be.
Listen as Jon guides you down the path, to be UNAPOLOGEITCALLY YOU.
Stop wincing at the idea of signing a paycheck to an employee that HAS NOT EARNED IT... A lot of business owners are having issues hiring great people, and allowing great people on their ship. As a business owner you have to understand who is ready to work for you and those who are working for just another paycheck... You have to clean house to be able to function or else you will alter your culture to the weakest link. If you hang around with shit, you are going to get shit on you.
Listen as Jon guides you on the journey of shaping up your employees and being able to determine which employees are worth investing in and which employees are TURDS.
You've heard of the State of the Union... Now get ready for State Of The ONION as Jon Paramore and Adam Smith lay out everything that STINKS of corruption and lies.
Are you ready to stand for what you believe in and protect what's yours, or will you continue beliving in a system that continues to decay.
Listen along to learn some life and business skills that will keep you self reliant and ready for anything!
What's the largest deficiency that you have in your life right now? What is the direct action step that you can take to eliminate whatever that deficiency is?
When you are clear about your solution and you don't take action on it, that exuse has tax.
Jon flies solo for the last week before co-host, Adam Smith, returns and discusses the taxes that come along making excuses for yourself. Learn how to alieviate your life's biggest deficiencies and STOP the spread of your neglagence.
In today's episode Jon Paramore breaks down a new way to focus on your growth. Your life AND business will benefit from the new perspective provided by the 2 X 4 Method!
Have you ever felt like you're just not making any progress? Maybe its time to take at the people you surround yourself with.
In today's episode Jon Paramore and Adam Smith get into how to tell if the people in your life and business are moving you forward.
If you're surrounded by people who are holding you back there's only one thing to tell them...
GET OFF MY BOAT!
What kind of leader are you? Would you do anything to protect your reputation and preserve how your team views you? Are you brave enough to put your pride aside and GET IT RIGHT with the help of those around you?
Listen along as Jon and Adam talk about what it means to be an effective leader and a humble man in today's society that focuses on appearances.
Are you working HARD or working SMART? Jon Paramore and Adam Smith cover how to actually make progress instead of just making yourself feel good.
Be the LEADER you were always meant to be and let your actions speak for you!
How are you fighting for your targets? Are you fighting harder... or smarter? There are so many voices in society today telling us what to fight for and how, but being the best version of yourself demands you find something that YOU believe in.
Listen as Jon and Adam discuss how to use your time to grow your fight and tap into the darkness that can drive you to be greater.
Jon Paramore and Adam Smith are back! Can you "discover your purpose" or has it been with you all along? STOP trying to be what you think other people want and become YOURSELF again!
Listen as Jon and Adam discuss the excuses and distractions that keep most from reaching their true potential. Rise above and reconnect with your WHY.
The Good Ol' Boys are back bringing you the wisdom of experience with the bluntness of their "salty language".
Jon Paramore and Adam Smith dive into masculinity, identity, and aggression to uncover the power inside of all of us. How do you ensure that your emotions are building instead of destroying your life?
Listen along to discover how fear may be running your life in more ways than you think.
All good things must come to an end. Jon gives his final advice for those looking to level up in their business AND their life.
Everything from how to deal with those who can't take responsibility to how to push your limits and grow in ways you never knew possible, this episode takes the best of 20 years of entrepreneurship.
Setting your targets is just the beginning. How can you know you progress without taking the time to check in with yourself?
This is where the inventory check comes into play. After a long quarter of pushing for your targets, its time to look at yourself and decide what it is you really want.
Did you achieve your goals? If not, do they really matter to you?
The power of knowing yourself cannot be understated, and the Inventory Check is a crucial tool to give clarity on your growth.
Wanting to live a fulfilling life is a no-brainer! Do you have what it takes to drop the habits and choices that are bringing misery to your day to day?
Every one of us has a choice when presented with an unexpected challenge. We can either ignore it and say it's "not that bad" while it gets worse and worse, OR we can step up and take care of what needs to be done.
Get your mind right with this eye opening episode and let go of procrastination that makes you miserable!
This country is facing an epidemic, but NOT the one you think! The vast majority of people today live their lives standing for NOTHING and buying EVERYTHING. We have lost our belief in the power of one voice speaking truth and inspiring others to do the same.
Daily life is filled with influencers, advertisements, and social media, all trying to push an agenda and belief system. It's time to reconect to who YOU are, not who society thinks you should be.
Don't get lost in the sea of voices telling you who you are and what you believe. SPEAK UP!
Do you struggle with feeling stuck? If you want something different, you have to take control and make a change.
The simple truth is that everyone has a choice to make: stay stagnant or continue to grow!
Being prepared for every challenge in your life is the ultimate form of control. Listen along to learn how to achieve this level of self mastery.
We all live in a world filled with lies and misinformation. Social media and mainstream media alike push stories so quickly that we barely have time to discern the truth. Are you ready for a way out of the chaos? Take a step back and remember these two words: TRUST and VERIFY. They are the key to learning to think for yourself in a culture of those who perpetuate falsehoods and lies.
Tired of putting your energy into the wrong things? Try investing in YOURSELF! It's time to put the distractions aside and make a choice. Putting effort into your growth is simple, but it isn't easy.
Learn how focusing your energy, resources, and attention will help you hit your targets everytime!
Everyone has habits in their life that they want to change. Relatively few actually see the changes they want to manifest in their life. There's a simple secret to becoming the person you want to be and it all depends on what you FEED. Listen as Jon lays out the first step on your journey to self growth and actualization and shows you how to feed the positive qualities you want to see GROW.
In today's podcast, Jon talks about how you can’t expect others to save you. People push off their problems and then when they finally need to address them they look to someone else to do the work for them to fix it. In your relationships, fitness and health, and business, you need to take responsibility and take action to fix YOUR problems. YOU need to change your mindset and YOU need to take inventory.
Does life seem to crumble around you when adversity shows itself?
In the face of unexpected struggle you have two choices: keep moving or stray stuck.
Finding the grit to keep moving when life pushes you down is one of the most difficult but essential fights there is.
Listen to find your drive to break through the adversity holding you back in your life and business.
In this episode, we welcome Jon's long-time colleague and mentor, Ben Newman. Ben's accomplishments are too many to list. The man has a track record of extracting the most out of his clients, which include 2021 champs, the Alabama Crimson Tide Football Team and Tampa Bay Linebacker, Lavonte David. So buckle up and listen as we discuss who Ben is and how he came about his journey into performance coaching. Press play, download, listen, and share.
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Do you want to grow your business but aren't sure how to tell if you're ready?
Having a solid foundation for your business can be broken down into 5 essential characteristics that can be used as indicators of success.
To take this success from a concept to a reality, you'll need to make a crucial hire. If you don't have an integrator on your team your business could be suffering.
Listen to figure out how to find the best integrator in your field to join your cause.
Life is always pressuring you to do things you may or may not want to do. Having some structure will guide you through the constant barrage of noise and temptation. In this Episode, Ryan Stewman jumps on with Jon to share his story and how life has taken him to where he is today.
For more on Ryan, check out his podcast "The Hardcore Closer" - Link.
Find Ryan on social at www.instagram.com/hardcorecloser .
How do you keep the fire ignited every single day? How do you work to make sure you're working harder than all your competitors? Not because we need to compare, but because as soon as you become complacent, others who work harder than you will soon overtake your market.
In this episode, we revisit an important conversation with Colin Wayne, who has never let anything stop him in his road to build his dream life, and who is not willing to accept NO as an answer.
Listen and think about Colin's story of how he transformed from a soldier to a successful entrepreneur, and what his attitude can teach you about learning what it means to keep the fire alive to win each day.
Have you ever questioned the world around you only to find that everything didn't add up?
Being prepared for anything starts with an awareness of your surroundings and a sense for what those with authority don't want you to know.
You have a choice between sitting back and watching those in power pull the strings, or staying aware and informed to the changes they want to keep behind the curtain.
Stay attuned to the ways that your world is manipulated and take your power back.
Nothing to hide. Nothing to prove.
What are you keeping behind the scenes that you hope nobody finds out about you?
If you're not being 100% open and honest about all your worst moments and mistakes, you're going to have haters come at you from all angles, and more than likely, the truth will come out.
If you don't get ahead of the worst things about you, then you're putting your future at a liability.
If you can come out ahead of the truth to your friends, family, and ultimately your follows and fans, that truth is only going to support you.
Listen carefully, if you hide it, it has the power to destroy you.
If you accept and speak it, it will strengthen you.
The truth will truly set you free
If I sat down with you and asked what your dreams were, would you be able to tell me?
If you know what you're working toward, I'm going to share the secret to success with you today. Please listen and take this to heart.
Don't JUST listen. Take action! And take action today! Don't wait until tomorrow! Start NOW!
One tiny action can change the course of your entire life.
After I had my life torn down, my businesses failed, my whole world collapse, I had to rebuild and relearn what it means to have success in life. Ever since then, I've dedicated my life to helping others feel the same success, happiness, and positive life that I've been able to build. I want to see lives change, starting with you.
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Now it's time to get your mind right, and go to war
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In all my years of business, this is one mistake which has caused entire businesses to crumble. If you follow this one rule, you will see an increase in power, authority, and overall success.
What if I told you that you are being mind-controlled by those around you? Most people are walking around without even realizing that you're giving up control of your own thoughts and feelings and you're giving it to others.
After you listen to this episode you're never going to think of high intensity situations the same way. But you're also going to be entering into a journey that will last the rest of your life. You're learning the lesson today, but putting into practice is a lifelong practice that will change your life.
Why does the military do basic training?
It provides a fundamental and shared understanding of what it means to be successful, because many times, failure or even suboptimal performance can be the difference between life and death.
What if we took some of those lessons and applied them into our own lives? How would it change how we attacked each day and moved us closer to success?
The past few years, I've been living by one principle that has kept me and my entire team moving forward in a way that cuts through all the confusion and clouds that can obfuscate our vision in relationships.
It all boils down to this one, single question:
Am I an ASSET or a LIABILITY?
This is the question I must ask myself every day. Once I know where I stand, I must ask that same question about everyone around me. The more liabilities you have in your life, the more likely you are to watch your life crumble around you without a moment's notice.
Listen to this episode to learn more about what that means for your own life, how to be sure you're an asset, and to surround yourself with as many assets as possible.
Have you ever seen someone react in a way you felt was unwarranted? Do you find yourself questioning how the idea of masculinity has changed?
What are the responsibilities of men in society? How should people act when under attack, verbal or otherwise? Being a man involves more restraint than many seem to think.
Is it ever justified to use force against another person? The power to do so comes with a responsibility that goes deeper than you may think.
Listen along to learn how society has changed masculinity and what can be done about it.
Do your emotions get in the way of your goals? Do you find yourself reacting negatively to stress and pressure?
What does it look like to be mature in a world driven and charged by emotion? Bringing your best self to difficult situations takes a full understanding of your own emotions and the self-control necessary to properly compartmentalize them.
What if you could be in control of your emotions instead of them being in control of you? Mastery of your reactions is the key to being ready to handle whatever life throws at you.
Listen along to learn how to remain centered and in control even in the face of adversity and the unexpected. Mastery of your life begins with an understanding and control of your own emotions.
Have you ever experienced a break point? What do you think that means?
Imagine someone close to you walking down a trail and you both know how to get there, but they take an unexpected turn into a rut. You don't know if you can get them out, what do you do?
Do you become their savior or do you let them suffer on their own. If this is happening to someone you love, then you jump in with them and you do everything you can to save them and get them out.
After hours, days, or months of doing your best to save them, you start to realize this isn't going to work.
What do you do when you see someone you love reach their break point? What do you do when you reach our own break point?
Listen to learn more about how to get unstuck when you're in a situation that is keeping you stuck.
Me: How are you? Them: I'm busy!
This podcast could be the difference between persisting in mediocrity or smashing your business targets for the year. This could be the difference between working 12 hour days to working 4 hour days and taking more vacations.
Let me ask you one question...
How busy are you? What does it mean to be busy? Are you moving the needle? Are you moving toward your dream life? How do you measure busy? Is busy good or bad? WHAT DOES BUSY MEAN?
What if we changed the narrative with our time? What if we started to become productive... rather than busy?
If you did a time study right now, what percentage of your work is moving the needle forward and what percentage of your work is just "doing tasks?"
Your day needs to be measured in PRODUCTIVITY.
I want to get to the end of the day and know that I have been PRODUCTIVE, not that I have been busy.
What does it require to be productive instead of busy? Number one, you need to know what you're working toward. Two: You need to be able to write down on a map what steps are required to get you where you're going, and if you don't know, find somebody who knows and ask them. Three: Write down the tasks you need to do to get there and then break it down to small daily tasks you can do every day to move the needle forward. Four: Outsource everything else!
If you can start to measure your day by productivity instead of busy-ness, you will be able to create more wealth for yourself, spend more time spending your days how you want, whether more vacation time, more time with your family, or more time on the beach, or whatever you want for your own life.
This is one important step to getting your mind right and going to war.
What would you say is one of the most important factors to your success as an entrepreneur?
Have you ever heard the saying, "Before my body can arrive, my mind must get there?"
At its root, it means, before your can achieve any particular, specific result, your mind must SEE that reality first.
How can you build something if you can't see it first? How do you think that a construction company builds a skyscraper? They start building and hope they can get there?
They not only visualize it, they draw it, diagram, 3D, blueprint, draw out every measurement, every need, requirement, people it takes to get there. What if I told you the same was true with your success?
The more you can see it in your mind, the more often, with tons and tons of detail, you're much more likely to get there.
For one, you'll have a clear vision of what you're working to and what it takes to get there, but two and more importantly, when things get tough, because I promise you they will get tough, you will have such a clear vision of what needs to happen that you will be able to power through those tough times to get to the vision you see for yourself.
No matter what happens, you need to find the activity that will take you to your dream life and commit to doing the work every day. This is one way you can get your mind clear and GO TO WAR with the fears and the lies that try to hold you back.
What do you want most in your life right now??
What if I told you that your actions determine your deepest desires. That means if your actions don't match your words, then you're divided within yourself.
If you were to write down how your actions and your desires don't align, you would be able to move toward a much more integrated sense of self.
Heres the problem:
oftentimes, how you're feeling in the moment will go directly against the targets you've set yourself. So who do you listen to in the moment?
The answer will come down to your vision of your reality. How will your life look when you reach your targets? Do you believe it will make your life better? Will it be worth the struggle and the work to get there?? If the answer is 'YES!' then you'll be willing to do whatever it takes even when you don't feel like it. But if you answer, "MAYBE?" or worse, "NOT REALLY," then how do you expect to overcome your emotions that feel so strong in the moment?
If you're internally aligned with your targets and your vision of how you want your life to look, then all you need to do is write it down and then practice. Make sure you have a routine and then when your feelings start to get in the way, rely on your vision to push you through doing the activity that will get you to the place you want to be!
Are you willing to do whatever it takes??
I want you to try something. Think really hard and answer this question:
Can you name one time that success rewarded the wrong person?
Even if you think really hard, I'm going to guess the answer is no. Success only comes to those who succeed. If you're listening to this podcast I can guarantee that you have a strong vision of how you want your life to look.
If you haven't created your end goal, if you're not living your dream life, there is a reason. What is holding you back?
I'm going to tell you there is a simple answer:
You're not willing to do whatever it takes.
Some of you might be saying, well I don't know how to get there. And I totally understand that. We've all been there, where we see an amazing vision, but we're not sure what next step to take. But the answer is the same.
You're not willing to do whatever it takes. Here is one free piece of advice. If you're unsure about what next step to take, reach out to 10 people who have done it and ask for help. If none of them respond, reach out to 100 people and ask for help.
If you won't do that, you have to be willing to admit to yourself that you're not willing to do whatever it takes.
You're at a crossroads today. Do you want your dream life MORE or LESS than the pain that is required to get there?
Which voice are you going to listen to today?
Go out and do what's required to make your dream life happen.
"It's lonely at the top." We've all heard that before, except it's not true. When you make it to the top, there are usually lots of others there to welcome you and celebrate with you.
So where do people get this belief from? The truth is that it's actually lonely in the middle. The middle is that spot in your life, whether it be your health & fitness, your spirituality or your business, where you are working harder and achieving more than everyone else in your life, but not enough to be considered one of the big boys.
That's the lonely spot. Because your old friends and sometimes even your family don't understand what you're working toward. They don't see your vision, they don't share your goals and dreams. So you don't have your old friends, but you also haven't made it far enough to make a name for yourself. You haven't proven yourself as someone who is serious and successful. You are yet to be adopted into the winner's circle.
How do you make it through the middle without giving up? How can you keep going and get to that promised land?
We'll cover all that in more in this episode.
We've all gone too far with others who weren't committed. At some point they no longer believed in the mission or they wanted to go in a different direction. But it can be so hard to see the signs and recognize them for what they are when we have strong personal relationships with them.
However, it's important to reframe your thoughts when you look at a situation like this. By holding on to them, you're actually putting them in a bad position. If they really don't believe wholeheartedly in what you're doing as a team or organization, they're not living up to their full potential. You are stifling them by holding them for too long.
In this episode Jon breaks down the challenge of taking others past their limit and how to know when it's time to set them free.
Do you have a secret? Is there something that if anyone found out it would ruin you? It would break your relationships, ruin your reputation, or maybe you would lose everything?
I need to tell you something right now.
There is nothing heavier than the weight of carrying this burden the rest of your life.
The way to living a truly free and happy life is to have nothing to hide and nothing to prove. In that space, you can truly follow what makes you happy and follow what you believe.
Listen to this podcast and really think about the message I'm sharing. Imagine every day being fully transparent with everyone you meet. Never worrying about being "caught" and never hiding anything from anyone.
Why don't others treat you with the respect you deserve? Why isn't your spouse more loving and kind? Why do you kids not listen when you ask them something? In this episode Jon reveals the #1 key to getting others to respond to you in the way that you desire.
In Todays Podcast, Jon talks about how being neutral isn't an option. Sometimes we are stuck between to options and unsure of what to do and decided to play it safe and not choose rather than making a move. It's a lose lose situation in that case. Not making a move because of fear puts you at a stand still. Neutral isn't an option.
In today’s podcast, Jon helps us to distinguish the difference between passion and compassion. There are certain situations when you need to lean more towards one. There are also times when you need to use both and go from being compassionate to passionate in order to help someone and give advice. Jon helps to explain when the right time to tap into passion or compassion.
In today's podcast, Jon talks about your ego. Many will tell you to check your ego or “leave it at the door,” but Jon tells you to feed it. Your ego is your inner self confidence and when you feed it you can do great things! Society tells us that ego is bad but when you use it correctly you can boost your self-confidence and move forward!
In today's podcast, Jon talks about work/life balance and how that doesn’t actually exist. It’s LIFE. There is no separation, they are one in the same. You choose what you do with your life. Jon helps to give you structure on how to get rid of that mindset and understand that you make the choice of how to live your life.
In today's podcast, Jon talks about how you can’t expect others to save you. People push off their problems and then when they finally need to address them they look to someone else to do the work for them to fix it. In your relationships, fitness and health, and business, you need to take responsibility and take action to fix YOUR problems. YOU need to change your mindset and YOU need to take inventory.
Are you a talker or a doer?
What happens when something in life hits you and you can’t hit your goals?
Are you committed more to the feeling that is holding you back from doing the things you need to do? Or are you MORE committed to doing the things you need to do to actually create the business that you desire?
Here is the bottom line:
WHY are you setting your targets? Are you really committed to your future? If your WHY isn’t strong enough, then when things get difficult or uncomfortable or even seem impossible you will find yourself always being unsuccessful.
If you’re not being the best version of yourself, then everyone around you, all your loved ones, the team that you lead, are getting a watered-down version of yourself. But here’s the worst part, we as humans cannot stay stagnant. Every day we’re either becoming slightly better or we’re becoming slightly worse. That means if you don’t create a pattern of keeping your promises to yourself that you said you would do, regardless of how you feel, then you are creating a pattern of becoming a slightly worse version of yourself every single day.
When you compound that worse version of yourself over the course of a week, and a month, and even a few years, then you end up derailing yourself and eventually ruining your life and wondered how it could have gotten so bad.
If you want to start today, then go back to the basics. Stop being your own worst enemy by thinking about what drives you. What is the thing that you desire most of all? Set a small goal that will start putting you on the right path to get there, then COMMIT to that goal! It’s going to drastically change who you are, it’s going to drastically change your life. Commit to yourself because YOU MATTER!
CONSIDER THIS
What is your level of commitment to your personal mission?
What in your life could stop you from committing to your target?
If there is anything on your list, then you haven’t picked a target you truly believe in.
Write down your true motivating factory, and pick one thing that will start putting you on the path to get there.
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What do YOU do when you’re tired and overwhelmed. When the challenges you’re facing feel in your life and business are more than you can handle? When your body is telling you to give up?
In this podcast, we’re exploring how to build resilience through the biggest obstacles that we each face in our own journeys. When your world is turned upside down or when you just feel like you can’t go on you have TWO options 1) give up and quit OR 2) PUSH forward no matter the cost.
At the end of the day, you can only be one of these two. Which category do you think successful people fall into? Which one are you right now? Which one do you want to become? And how can you get there?
If you find yourself in the give up and quit mentality right now, we’re going to talk about ways that you can start to shift your mindset and overcome the ways that you’re currently holding yourself back.
At the end of the day, YOU are the biggest thing holding you back from the place you want to be. Success is a DAILY mindset. TODAY we must look at our lives and find our places of weakness and GO TO WAR with the part of you that needs to change.
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Last April, Jon recorded the first half of this story. Now tune back in for the second part of the episode.
Everyone struggles with adversity in their darkest moments, but it's how you approach those moments that dictate how well you will fare. You can find the silver linings of the dark clouds, find the light in the darkness, or you can let the negative emotions pull you down.
Listen this week as Jon discusses some of his own struggles, and shows you how to turn any adversity into a moment of growth and strength.
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This week, Jon talks with Zachary Babcock about life, family, their personal histories, and what it takes to live up to those you look up to.
Zachary Babcock iss a podcaster and interviewer. He helps entrepreneurs to launch, grow, and monetize top-rated podcasts on iTunes and interview celebrities and industry leaders on Underdog Empowerment, a top-rated podcast on iTunes.
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From troubled teen to successful entrepreneur philanthropist, Shawn Henry is a perfect example of how people can recreate themselves. Motivated by burying his past self and proving doubters wrong, Shawn has not only built a successful company but is committed to fighting human trafficking.
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More often than not, the path of least resistance is not the best route to take. It is best to relish in the hardship and endure the adversity. Weathering the pain and chaos will test your patience and will most certainly be worth the wait.
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Sometimes all it takes is removing yourself from the environment you became complacent in to achieve being the person you want to be. We welcome Mike Claudio into the studio to share his story of how he fought his demons to become the best version of himself.
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For more on Mike, check out his podcast "Big Stud Podcast" - Link.
When adversity strikes, it is natural for negative emotions to show their face. You can either let those emotions pull you down, or you can appreciate the situation handed to you and push forward.
It's hard to make light out of a less than ideal situation. However, by simply reframing your views, you can turn any event into a moment of growth and ascend to another level as a person. Don't let the joys of life escape you.
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Life is always pressuring you to do things you may or may not want to do. Having some structure will guide you through the constant barrage of noise and temptation. In this Episode, Ryan Stewman jumps on with Jon to share his story and how life has taken him to where he is today.
For more on Ryan, check out his podcast "The Hardcore Closer" - Link.
Find Ryan on social at www.instagram.com/hardcorecloser .
We all have our wins. Often times when we are riding the highs of our achievements, the voices start to creep into our thoughts to push us off the path we've created. How do you maintain the momentum and suppress the self-sabotaging negativity brewing inside trying to taint what you've done?
In this episode, Jon talks to us off the ledge we keep walking back toward. Press play, download, listen, and share.
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Colin is a man that needs no introductions. If you don't know Colin, the man served six years in Afganistan and was nearly killed in combat. He was a fitness model turned influencer turned entrepreneur. Colin now runs a thriving business and has come into this podcast ready to share his story.
Learn about what motivates Colin and his winning mindset.
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For more on Colin, check him out on Instagram @ColinWayne1
We all know the sob story individuals. So in love with their misfortune, these personality types have the tendency to default to the same old sad story holding them captive. They have a victim-type mindset. They see the path forward but refuse to endure a little pain and suffering to see themself out of a self-induced rut.
In this episode, Jon tells us to drop the story holding us back. If you're falling into this trap, address it now so you can move forward.
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In this episode, we welcome the author of Unf*ck Your Business and entrepreneur, Tomas Keenan. In his early years as a business owner, Tomas ran his first business into the ground. From rock bottom, he had to figure things out and was forced to learn from his mistakes. Listen to the core value that motivates Tomas and how to get clear on what you want.
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For more on Tomas, visit tomaskeenan.com.
To listen to Tomas's podcast, check out Step It Up Entrepreneur here.
In this episode, we welcome Jon's long-time colleague and mentor, Ben Newman. Ben's accomplishments are too many to list. The man has a track record of extracting the most out of his clients, which include 2021 champs, the Alabama Crimson Tide Football Team and Tampa Bay Linebacker, Lavonte David.
So buckle up and listen as we discuss who Ben is and how he came about his journey into performance coaching.
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To listen to Ben's podcast, check out The Burn here.
We all know individuals that have self-destructive habits believing things are going to fix themselves. Their minds are on auto-pilot and they are so conflicted that they simply do nothing. In this episode, Jon discusses these types of people and how to "wake them up".
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It is one thing to accept who you are now and another to be who you want to be. It is also one thing to be a quitter versus someone who simply failed trying. In this episode, Jon parses out the differences between the winner and loser mindset. He dives into the thinking between the two types and how to achieve a winning mindset.
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What is holding you back? We often defer our problems thinking that somebody is going to resolve them for us. If this describes you, Jon has a message for you. The mindset of relying on others to help you is ultimately holding you back from achieving your targets. Nobody can save you... only you can save you.
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Failure is a key ingredient of success. Those who have endured adversity and have crawled out of the pit we call rock bottom, have the gall, experience, and fortitude to overcome anything life throws at them. You don't know pain if you have never suffered.
To that end, Jon wants in the most compassionate way possible, for you to fail.
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Are you a doer or are you a leader? In this podcast we explore the differences of both and how to get out of the mindset of simply being a task manager.
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Whether it's a nice body or a big paycheck, it's easy to fall in love with the result. However, if you don't enjoy the process and the path that it takes to get there, the result will not be as fulfilling. In this episode, Jon talks about how he trains his mind to enjoy the process, regardless of how shitty it makes him feel.
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Ending the year on a good note. In this final pod for 2020, Jon gives you a glimpse of how he prepares his clients for these final few weeks before the new year.
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In this episode Jon covers a topic he preaches quite a bit but has yet to discuss it in a pod. That is the difference between standards and tolerance. Can you have both? What does having a bigger tolerance mean and what damage can it do in the long run?
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We have likely all done it. We get addicted to something and we realize how far down the hole we have gone. You either dig yourself out or go further down. Jon talks about his struggles and what made him kick a bad habit that was dragging him down.
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Jon Paramore hits hard this pod with some words that may make some uncomfortable. We often put up barriers that hold us back and in this episode, many will have the self-realization that thing holding them back has been themself all along.
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In this episode, Jon talks about how he wins the day. Jon walks through his morning and how he takes the dub before most people wake up. The process is not difficult, it just requires discipline. Listen to see how you can win the day and the steps you need to take to do so.
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We are creatures of habit and because of that we tend to put ourselves into cycles that are "unhealthy" in regards to reliable long-term productivity. In this pod, Jon talks about positive pressure and negative pressure and how to get yourself out of a rut of relying on negative pressure to get things done.
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Just back from Dallas hosting an event and noticed something among all the successful and highly functional individuals we were surrounded by. What is it? Press play and give it a listen.
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In this week's pod, Jon tackles self-censorship and why you should show who you really are.
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Success doesn't come without pain. Some individuals use pain as an excuse to not power through, others use it as the driving force to help them arrive at their desired destination. Which one describes you? In this episode Jon talks about the power that comes through pain and how to harness it.
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2020 has been a helluva year and with so much mixed information, people are starting to blur the lines of truth and opinion. Jon tackles this new phenomenon and how it's having an adverse effect on everyone's psyche.
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Many individuals go through this perpetual circle of trying to better themselves only to end up exactly where they started. They work hard at something only to give in to the devil on their shoulder telling to give up because they did enough or they can't do more. In this episode, Jon talks the mastery of self-belief and how to stay motivated. Follow, subscribe, and share. www.Instagram.com/JonParamore77
In this podcast Jon discusses the "haters" and how to be your true authentic self. We're often too afraid to share who we really are and Jon addresses how he developed the gall to be who he really is.
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In this podcast Jon discusses good leadership and what defines authentic leadership. Sit tight, grab a drink, and soak it in.
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Everybody is the result of their environment. Jon goes deep on discussing why there is no such thing as a successful self-made entrepreneur.
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This week, Jon tackles another mindset opportunity - the power of visualization. He discusses how it can change your perception and approach as well as empower your path to achieving your dreams.
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This week we discuss the importance of expectations and why it's important to overdeliver.
Let's take a look at your situation and the people you surround yourself with. Success is a product of your environment. If you or people around you are constantly talking about problems and not solutions, there are deep rooted issues that need addressing.
Is work leaving you fulfilled or is it just paycheck? We discuss why you may be due for a change to better yourself before it's too late.
Focus & Discipline - We're back after a bit of a hiatus and talking about two core fundamentals that everyone should work on. We discuss why focus and discipline are crucial to having a strong mindset needed to succeed.
In this week's VERY SPECIAL EPISODE, Jon reveals the next level of the "Go To War" podcast. Developed in secret, The Crash is the next stage in business and personal development.
Tune in this week for a very exciting episode of the Go To War Podcast! This week, Jon breaks down what it requires to be able to have the life you truly desire. The piper is calling, and he wants to be paid. No matter what. So tune in to a very educational episode.
Check out this week, as Jon talks what it requires to get what you truly desire. The piper is going to come calling, so don't you want to be prepared? Tune in this week on the Go To War Podcast.
This week on the Go To War Podcast, tune in to listen to Jon's controversial opinion on the economic shutdown, the quarantine, essential businesses, and a lot more. Make sure you don't miss this weeks HOT BUTTON topic, it's one of the most eye opening yet!
It's time. It's time to come out of hiding, time to put everything you've learned into action. Check in this week with Jon as he breaks down what he's REALLY thinking about this hibernation period all of us are in, and shares how to break out when the world opens back up!
Ready or Not. We've heard it our whole lives, starting as kids. But odds are you never took it seriously before. Tune in to this week's episode, as Jon breaks down some tips and tricks for surviving the epidemic, whatever that may be in your case.
In this episode, Jon breaks down how the real virus that you should be worried about isn't the Coronavirus, it's complacency.
Tune in this week to hear some amazing content about what it takes to overcome complacency and be the best entrepreneur, spouse, parent, or friend you can be!
Jon talks about finding people that you can trust to fill in the position you need in your business, so you can focus on what you excel in.
In this episode: Jon talks about becoming successful in your business and lifestyle is going to be hard, but you need to first get your mindset and habits right to overcome the obstacle you're facing.
You were meant for more. Jon talks about having the tools/resources around you to be successful. You have to commit on what you need to change in your life.
In this episode: Jon goes over three mistakes that ALL business owners must avoid. Tune in to find out the mistakes you might be making now in your business.
In this very special first episode of 2020, Jon discusses the common misconception that your problems and tribulations are outside of your own control. Instead, listen to Jon discuss about some of his life experiences, and how he has grown after finding out that his biggest competition was staring at him in the mirror all along.
Part 2 of our holiday podcast! Jon breaks down what it's like to GO TO WAR with people outside of your immediate work circle. Sometimes it's necessary to GO TO WAR with a spouse, family member, or friend.
Make sure to tune in to part 2 of the Beginning and the End series!
In this episode, Jon breaks down some of the truths he spoke to 20 entrepreneurs at one of their live events last week. Make sure to tune in to this special episode!
In this episode, Jon talks about some things in the media that have been bothering him and why. He breaks down what it's like when negative people continue to toss their negative opinions onto something that wasn't originally intended to be insulting. Make sure to tune in to hear some of Jon's real thoughts on a situation that he heard about this week on the GO TO WAR podcast!
In this episode, Jon discusses how easy it is to fall into a "holiday funk".
Listen in as Jon shares his life experiences, from tearing down his business around the holidays to struggling with family duties as an entrepreneur. If you're feeling like you can't put down your cell phone and step away from your business for a few days, or if you're afraid that everything will fall apart if you take your foot off the gas for just a second, make sure to tune in to this week's special Holiday episode!
In today's episode, Jon talks about how and why you may be "watering down" your personality to suit those around you. Listen in as Jon talks about the pitfalls and problems that come with not being your true self, and the fear of offending people because they aren't happy with what you are doing.
Jon discusses the dynamics of both healthy and negative relationships and how they impact your business while using his own experience as a reference.
In episode three of the 'Go to War' podcast, Jon speaks on the difficult but much needed truths of a victim mentality, breaking bad habits, and overcoming resistance.
In the second episode of the 'Go to War' podcast, Jon talks about the direct correlation between the discipline developed through nutrition and fitness, and the discipline developed in other areas of your life such as business, relationships, and finances.