Jon Acuff
- Writer, Freelance
- Author, The New York Times
- Chief Executive Officer, Acuff Ideas, LLC
- Host, All It Takes Is A Goal
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New York Times Bestselling Author of 10 books. Married to Jenny. Dad to L.E. & McRae. Grab a copy of my new book All It Takes is a Goal at atgbook.com
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How to Reach Your Dreams Realistically
Be brutally realistic when you answer this question: “Where am I right now?” Answering that question honestly is critical to your career and maybe even your whole life. In Good to Great, Jim Collins tells the story of Jim Stockdale, a US military officer who was held captive for eight years during the Vietnam War and tortured regularly. Collins asked Stockdale which soldiers didn’t make it out. Stockdale answered, Oh, that’s easy. The optimists.
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Jon Acuff: Don't Confuse Your 'Job' With Your 'Calling'
We’ve all heard it: “Follow your passion. Find a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.” It sounds great on a motivational poster, but in real life it’s not that simple. Somewhere along the way, we started believing every job should feel like a calling, that our work should always be an expression of our gifts and passions. I think that’s a gigantic myth. You should always follow your heart and expect to find purpose at work.
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«Getta via. Sostituisci. Ripeti. Pensare troppo è d’intralcio». Parola di Jon Acuff - StartupItalia
Nel corso degli anni hai messo insieme una playlist sulla tua carriera. Hai una playlist per tutte le tue relazioni. Una playlist alla quale credi profondamente sulle tue speranze, una sui tuoi sogni, una sui tuoi obiettivi e su ogni altro aspetto della tua vita. Se ascolti un pensiero abbastanza a lungo, esso diventa parte della tua playlist personale. Le playlist musicali hanno la capacità di trasformare completamente un momento. Nei ristoranti lo sanno. Chi fa film lo sa bene.
Finish Journal
Do you have a big goal? Meet your new favorite goal planner, the Finish Journal. The Finish Journal combines the thoughtful design of the Leuchtturm1917 notebook with goal-finishing strategies from New York Times bestselling author and self-proclaimed goal nerd, Jon Acuff, author of Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done. Jon has helped hundreds of thousands of people achieve goals that range from running a marathon to writing a book to recording a debut violin album.
All It Takes Is a Goal: The 3-step Plan to Ditch Regret and Tap into Your Massive Potential
Login OR login with: Don't have an account? Sign Up For Free! Forgot Password Please type in your email address in order to receive an email with instructions on how to reset your password. Processing Please Don't Refresh the Page 60% OFF $15.99 $6.40 When New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff got curious about tapping into his full potential, he launched a research study with Dr. Mike Peasley.
ALL IT TAKES IS A GOAL
Productivity expert Jon Acuff narrates his latest audiobook with spontaneity and energy that are absolutely infectious. Part of what makes him connect so strongly with his audience is his frequent use of off-script asides and personal stories--what he calls "bonus content." These impromptu comments, delivered enthusiastically, never fail to energize and entertain.
How Perfectionism Can Kill Your Goals
Why do 95 percent of all New Year’s resolutions fail? Why do we start and stop diets? Why do we half-write books that we never publish? Why do we almost start businesses and then give up? Those questions have always bothered me and recently, I decided to do something about it. A year ago, I commissioned a research study with a researcher. Together we studied nearly 900 people over a six-month period as they worked on a goal.
They Don't Call It the Submission Process for Nothing
What actually goes on behind the curtain of "being published?" How does it feel when you get your advance? Is it fun? Exciting? Does it involve riches, fame, and groupies? Inside They Don't Call It the Submission Process for Nothing, you'll discover what it's really like to finally bash down the seemingly impenetrable walls of the publishing industry and see your book in bookstores.
The One Truth: A Path to Positivity with Jon Gordon
In this guest episode, we’re joined by the incredible Jon Gordon as we explore the world of positivity and his latest book, The One Truth. Jon Gordon shares his inspiring journey from writing to speaking, highlighting the role of resilience and unwavering family support. He shares tips on pursuing passions alongside your day job and making family and marriage a priority.
3 things you may want to know as a parent
By Jon Acuff MY oldest daughter is 20. My youngest daughter is almost 18. I feel like I have to share my parenting credentials right away because I often see influencers on Instagram who have a one-year-old giving parenting advice. You’re not parenting when your kid is one, you’re protecting. Your main goal at that age is to keep them fed, alive and clothed in outfits they haven’t thrown up on that much.
All It Takes Is a Goal: The 3-Step Plan to Ditch Regret and Tap Into Your Massive Potential|Hardcover
"This is my new favorite book about goals!"Mel Robbins, podcaster and New York Times bestselling author of The High 5 HabitWhat if you could have a fulfilling career, a thriving marriage, strong friendships, and rewarding hobbies, all while being in the best shape of your life? What if every day you lived was better than the one before? What if tapping into your potential wasn't as hard as you think?According to New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff, it might not be.
The Fool-Proof Plan to Tapping Into Your Full Potential
Ever wondered if achieving your biggest goals could be simpler than you imagine? Join me for an exclusive sneak peek into my new book, All It Takes Is a Goal. In this episode, I’ll read the first 11 pages of my new book, unveiling my insights into the art of goal-setting. Whether you’re new here or a long-time listener, the stories and practical advice inside my new book will inspire you to make your dreams a reality. And guess what?
6 Nerdy Tools to Achieve Your Goals
Are you ready to elevate your goal game? In this episode, I share six nerdy yet game-changing tools that top achievers always employ. Curious about celebrating micro milestones or using timers to enhance focus? Tune in to learn how to expand your mindset, behaviors, and results. Embrace measurable data, visual targets, regular evaluations, and simple systems to propel your goal progress. Don’t miss out on this chance to level up your success journey.
Fix your negative mindset in 24 minutes!
Ever wondered if positivity could truly outshine negativity? In this episode, I delve into my personal journey of transforming from a skeptical cynic as a kid to a hopeful optimist in my mid-30s. How did rejecting negativity lead me to embrace hope, even in the face of rejection, job loss, and missed opportunities? Tune in as I share the powerful revelation that positivity offers an unparalleled ROI, fostering creativity, deeper relationships, and open doors.
Use Online Video to Build Your Influence with Sean Cannell
Ever wondered how to harness the power of online video to skyrocket your influence on platforms like YouTube? Dive into this episode with guest Sean Cannell, a YouTube sensation who’s turned video content into a fun-filled adventure. Sean’s journey, from rave parties to YouTube stardom, showcases the magic of goal setting combined with passion and purpose. Eager to know the secrets behind setting vibrant goals, building a loyal community, and navigating the highs and lows of content creation?
Your half-finished projects and why day 2 is important
Setting new goals is easy but finishing them is hard. I am sure we all have been through this. Here is what happens: you enjoy a task (like I love jogging), then setup a massive goal (5K every day), meet your goals for few days and then no trace of the task If you dream too big at the start, you curse your finish: Jon Acuff One of the major reasons why most don’t end up achieve their goals is the notion of perfectionism.
Summer School #6: Speak Like a Pro (A Crash Course in Public Speaking)
Want to wow a crowd with your words? In this episode of All It Takes Is a Goal, Gian Lemmi and I break down the secrets of public speaking. We’ll talk about the “lean-in line” and how to make your message hit home. Tune in to hear about my 15-year speaking journey and the lessons I wish I knew when I started! This is the last episode of our Summer School series! Make sure to hit that subscribe button for future episodes and go back to listen to the full Summer School series here.
Summer School #5: My Top 10 Lessons I’ve Learned From Owning A Business
Ever wondered what a decade of running a small business looks like? I’ve got ten lessons from a decade of running my own business that I want to share with you in this episode. Join me and my co-host Gian Lemmi as we dive into mastering communication, harnessing the power of tracking business data, and genuinely connecting with your audience’s needs.
Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking
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Summer School #4: A Journey of CrossFit, Personal Development, and Achieving Health Goals with Nicole Aucoin
Are you tired of the never-ending sea of conflicting advice when it comes to achieving your health goals? In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Nicole Aucoin, founder of Healthy Steps Nutrition. Together we’ll discuss the power of setting goals, breaking down the complexities of nutrition, and discovering practical strategies to transform your well-being.
Your half-finished projects and why day 2 is important
Setting new goals is easy but finishing them is hard. I am sure we all have been through this. Here is what happens: you enjoy a task (like I love jogging), then setup a massive goal (5K every day), meet your goals for few days and then no trace of the task One of the major reasons why most don’t end up achieve their goals is the notion of perfectionism.
Summer School #1: Writing Tips
Have you ever dreamed about being a writer? Join me and my co-host Gian Lemmi on this episode of the All It Takes Is a Goal podcast as we discuss what it takes to have a career in writing. I’ll share six practical tips, from crafting captivating book titles, to learning from literary masters, to discovering how a visit to a bookstore can reveal invaluable insights into genres, covers, and popular patterns. Don’t miss this episode—tune in now! And guess what?
Transforming Your Inner Critic into Your Biggest Ally
How do you effectively deal with your inner critic? I’ve realized that I need my inner critic, but not all the time. He’s terrible at the start of projects and brainstorming, but he’s great at checking the final details when the project is almost done. Don’t fight him, just invite him to the right parts of your life. Together, we’ll uncover practical strategies to transform your inner critic from a hindrance to a powerful ally. Let’s conquer our inner critics and achieve our goals.
The Brilliant Zone: Achieve Your Goals through High-Value, Low-Energy Actions
What if achieving your goals could be easier than you think? You’ve probably heard the phrase “work smarter not harder,” but rarely do people share exactly how to do it. In this episode, you’ll learn all about the Brilliant Zone – a realm where every action you take adds value while requiring minimal energy. I share practical examples and strategies help you stay in your brilliance and unleash your true potential. Ready to achieve your goals without exhausting all of your energy?
The Important Zone: How to Focus on What Matters Most
Are you tired of feeling trapped in the never-ending vortex of busyness, where you’re left wondering if you’re truly making progress on what really matters? In this episode you’ll learn to identify the important things that deserve your undivided attention. We’ll also take a deep dive into the Important Zone, where actions bring maximum value and require maximum energy. If you have a goal like getting healthy, decluttering, or starting a business, you’ll learn what it takes to make these happen.
A Formal Invitation To the Best Year of Your Life
This week on All it Takes is a Goal, I’m sharing a story about a castle, a third-grade teacher, and YOU! This is a story about how to stop putting off your dreams and how to get started on them. Most importantly, it’s about how to stick with them day in and day out until you’ve finally succeeded in the goals that are most important to you. This story changed my life, and I think it will change yours too. It might even make 2023 your best year.
How many half-finished projects you have?
Setting new goals is easy but finishing them is hard. I am sure we all have been through this. Here is what happens: you enjoy a task (like I love jogging), then setup a massive goal (5K every day), meet your goals for few days (I did, for 2 weeks, ran 5K everyday) and then no trace of the task (here I am..) One of the major reasons why most don’t end up achieve their goals is the notion of perfectionism.
Resources to Replace Negative Soundtracks
Ever have an annoying or anxious thought keep you up at night, stealing your peace? If the answer is yes, you're not alone. But good news, there’s hope - identifying and replacing these soundtracks can go a long way in supporting your mental health and changing your life. Join us starting January 7/8/9 for our weekend series Soundtracks.
Your New Playlist Book Tour: Jon Acuff in Kansas City
When my book Soundtracks came out, one reaction surprised me. Parents across the country all said the same thing, “Do you have a version for teenagers? If I knew how to change my mindset when I was that age, my entire life would have been different.” I knew I couldn’t write a book for teenagers alone, so I tagged my two high school daughters to help me create an honest, actionable guide to mindset for teenagers. Your thoughts can work for you or against you, but the good news is you get a choice.
Your New Playlist Book Tour: Jon Acuff in Brentwood, TN (Nashville)
When my book Soundtracks came out, one reaction surprised me. Parents across the country all said the same thing, “Do you have a version for teenagers? If I knew how to change my mindset when I was that age, my entire life would have been different.” I knew I couldn’t write a book for teenagers alone, so I tagged my two high school daughters to help me create an honest, actionable guide to mindset for teenagers. Your thoughts can work for you or against you, but the good news is you get a choice.
Your New Playlist Book Tour: Jon Acuff in Dallas, TX
When my book Soundtracks came out, one reaction surprised me. Parents across the country all said the same thing, “Do you have a version for teenagers? If I knew how to change my mindset when I was that age, my entire life would have been different.” I knew I couldn’t write a book for teenagers alone, so I tagged my two high school daughters to help me create an honest, actionable guide to mindset for teenagers. Your thoughts can work for you or against you, but the good news is you get a choice.
Finite Schedules, Infinite Possibilities: The Time-Management Episode with Laura Vanderkam
We all have a finite number of hours in the week (168 to be exact), and oftentimes it doesn’t feel like enough for everything we want to do. But what if there was a way to fit all the most important things into your schedule? What if you could actually pursue all the personal and professional goals you have and have them live in harmony? Laura Vanderkam is a time-management expert and author of the new book, Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters.
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"Your Browser Does Not Support Video" McRae and I's Interview with Today in NashvilleHere is McRae and I discussing "Your New Playlist" with Carole Sullivan on the show @TODAYINNASH. Here's the link to order the book: https://amzn.to/3LfmA46 #yournewplaylist #teen #mindset
My 2022 Fall Bucket List: 20 Things I Want to Do This Season | Wit & Delight
While fall won’t *officially* arrive until next week, it’s feeling like the seasonal shift has begun here in Minnesota. The leaves are just starting to turn and the humid days of summer have been replaced with the crisp air of autumn. Every time we transition into a new season, it feels like a bit of a fresh start—and that sense is amplified with fall. It feels like a season of change and it has me considering what I want the next few months of my life to look like.
“I don’t have to. I get to.” My amazing conversation about work, life, and service with Scott Jeffrey Miller on Apple Podcasts
Being a leader, entrepreneur, spouse, parent, or high-achieving person isn’t always easy. Difficult tasks, difficult conversations, and difficult decisions are ever-present, so how do we navigate them with both efficiency and positivity? Capping a 25-year career as the Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President of Business Development, Scott Jeffrey Miller currently serves as FranklinCovey’s senior advisor on thought leadership.
Build Your Awesome Life Course by Jon Acuff
Make each day feel like a gift and every year better than the last. Do you ever feel like there’s got to be more to life than what you’re experiencing? Do you feel stuck in the mundane and caught up in the day-to-day? You’re not the only one. I commissioned a research study with a Ph.D. named Mike Peasley. He and I asked more than 3,000 people if they felt like they are living up to their full potential. Only 4% of people said yes.
All It Takes Is A Goal: ATG 69: The messy art of raising modern teenagers
What’s it like being a teenager today? What’s up with Gen Z’s meme obsession? How do you motivate a teenager to have goals? As a parent, I’ve asked myself all these questions, so I decided to ask them to someone who might be able to answer, a real-life teenager, my 18-year-old daughter, L.E. Acuff. L.E. is a senior in high school preparing for her freshman year of college. She’s also a brilliant, trumpet-playing, swim star, and co-author of a book we wrote together.
All It Takes Is A Goal: ATG 68: How to make 200 million cookies from a college dorm room – My conversation with Tiffany Chen on Apple Podcasts
In 1999, Tiffany Taylor accidentally stood up Leon Chen for a date (she was ice skating at the mall with a friend). As an apology, she baked and delivered a batch of warm cookies, and the concept of warm cookie delivery was born. Shortly afterward, the pair launched Tiff’s Treats with just $20 and a big dream during their sophomore year at the University of Texas. Since then, the founders have married and their business has grown to include 68 stores and more than 1700 employees.
Break free from entrepreneurial poverty. My conversation with small business expert Mike Michalowicz.
by Jon Acuff | Mar 28, 2022 | Podcast So, you started a business or a side hustle with an amazing vision. It fulfills you and it serves others. You dreamt it would give you plenty of time and money so that you could live the way you please. However, the reality is that you’re not making enough, you’re working your tail off, and your soul is being diminished in the process.
Do more than just the right thing. My conversation on the surprising power of service with Steven J. Anderson.
by Jon Acuff | Mar 21, 2022 | Podcast We all want to do good in the world. We want to be good friends, good parents, good employees, and good leaders, but what would happen if we took it all one step farther? What if you went beyond good in every goal you set for yourself? Stephen J. Anderson is an internationally known business strategist, entrepreneur, author, and speaker.
Do more than just the right thing. My conversation on the surprising power of service with Steven J. Anderson on Apple Podcasts
We all want to do good in the world. We want to be good friends, good parents, good employees, and good leaders, but what would happen if we took it all one step farther? What if you went beyond good in every goal you set for yourself? Stephen J. Anderson is an internationally known business strategist, entrepreneur, author, and speaker. He's founded more than a dozen growing and diversifying businesses, and he's a big part of the reason I got to open for Dolly Parton at the Ryman Auditorium.
Book Review: Soundtracks by Jon Acuff
You are here: Home › Reviews › Book Review Soundtracks By Jon Acuff Book Review: Soundtracks by Jon Acuff Book Review: Soundtracks by Jon Acuff 19 March 2022 Christian speaker, author and bussinessman Jon Acuff gives us the tools to overcome negative thought patterns in his book Soundtracks. Reviewed by Harriet Notaristefano Jon Acuff’s Soundtracks is one of the most helpful books I have read in a long time.
Go with your head or trust your gut? Your body knows the answer. My mindblowing conversation with Annie Murphy Paul.
by Jon Acuff | Mar 14, 2022 | Podcast Your brain is powerful, but it’s limited. Sometimes it’s able to tell you exactly what you feel, how you can respond to a challenge, or how you can create ideas. Other times, it can’t. Enter Annie Murphy Paul, an acclaimed science writer whose book The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain is a New York Times Editors’ Choice and a Washington Post Best Nonfiction Book of 2021.
Be where you are, and know where you’re headed. My conversation with the unreasonably available Bob Goff.
by Jon Acuff | Mar 7, 2022 | Podcast Leaving a legacy doesn’t happen by accident. It takes strategy, intentionality, and in Bob Goff’s case, seemingly endless generosity. Bob Goff is a recovering lawyer, New York Times bestselling author, Disneyland office resident, and Chief Balloon Inflator of his nonprofit organization, Love Does. He’s also been a friend of mine for about a decade.
Oprah, Elon Musk, Tom Brady and how to use the power of charisma in your own life - My interview with Vanessa Van Edwards.
by Jon Acuff | Feb 25, 2022 | Podcast Why do some leaders effortlessly earn trust and create environments where we thrive while others come off as sterile and struggle to create a welcoming space? Bestselling author, Vanessa Van Edwards, says it’s because some people have naturally high charisma, or a harmonious blend of warmth and competence, and others have to work to cultivate charisma.
Why the World Needs You to Make a Lot More Money: My conversation with Derrick Kinney.
by Jon Acuff | Feb 21, 2022 | Podcast Money isn’t bad… right? Derrick Kinney knows money has the power to create amazing opportunities and experiences for you and the people you care about. So why do so many of us struggle to embrace big financial goals or the desire to acquire more money? Derrick believes if you’re not making the money you deserve and you’re not making the impact on the world you want to make, you have the power to change that.
How to be married to a dreamer with Jenny Acuff.
by Jon Acuff | Feb 14, 2022 | Podcast “How do I get my spouse/significant other to understand and support the big dream I’m chasing?” This is the most asked question my wife Jenny and I get, so after a substantial amount of begging and pleading, I was able to convince her to join me in this very special Valentine’s Day episode. We share everything 20 years of marriage has taught us about how you and your partner can be a team while you create and pursue projects together.
How to be married to a dreamer with Jenny Acuff on Apple Podcasts
50 min How do I get my spouse/significant other to understand and support the big dream I’m chasing?” This is the most asked question my wife Jenny and I get, so after a substantial amount of begging and pleading, I was able to convince her to join me in this very special Valentine’s Day episode. We share everything 20 years of marriage has taught us about how you and your partner can be a team while you create and pursue projects together.
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