What’s the true difference between a team that just sets goals and one that actually succeeds?

I recently joined my friend Ed Mylett on his podcast to unpack the mindset shift that turns talent into teamwork and goals into greatness. We talked about the core message from my latest book, The 7 Commitments of a Great Team—and why commitment always costs something.

As I told Ed, “You have to ask yourself, what are you willing to give, and what are you willing to give up?” That’s the starting line for every great team.

We dove into:

• Why you’ll never get commitment without connection
• The secret that holds strong teams together (hint: it’s not just strategy)
• What to do when emotional fatigue sets in and passion starts to fade

We also explored the power of love and purpose on a team—yes, even in business. Because when people care, they don’t just show up. They fight for each other. That’s the truth.

This conversation was real, raw, and personal. Whether you're leading a company, a classroom, or a family, this episode will fuel your fire.

Thank you, Ed, for having me on!

Here’s a few additional resources for you…

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Order my new book 'The 7 Commitments of a Great Team' today!

Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It’s advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters.

Join me for my Day of Development! You’ll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You’ll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It’s time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here.

Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!

In this episode of Positive Leadership Tip Wednesday, I talk about why it’s crucial not just to know your values as a leader, but to show them in everything you do. I share how bringing your values to life, rather than leaving them on a wall or a piece of paper, can energize your team, build genuine belief, and even attract others to your mission. Listen in as I break down how living your values every day leads to long-term success for you, your team, and your organization.

Here’s a few additional resources for you…

Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11

Order my new book 'The 7 Commitments of a Great Team' today!

Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It’s advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters.

Join me for my Day of Development! You’ll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You’ll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It’s time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here.

Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!

I want to help you start your week with a mental reset. In this episode, I’m sharing something I believe can change the course of your life.

You are not the thoughts you think. You are the thoughts you believe. And the thoughts you believe, and speak, become the life you live.

You’re going to have negative thoughts. We all do. But here’s the key: they’re not from you. No one would choose to think, “You’re not enough,” or “There’s no hope.” Just like a nightmare, you don’t choose those thoughts, they just show up.

The good news? You don’t have to believe them. In this episode, I’ll show you how to stop letting those lies take root and start speaking truth, hope, and purpose into your life.

Let’s stop agreeing with the negativity and start winning the battle of the mind. Listen in and share this with someone who needs encouragement today.

Here’s a few additional resources for you…

Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11

Order my new book ‘The 7 Commitments of a Great Team’ today!

Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It’s advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters.

Join me for my Day of Development! You’ll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You’ll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It’s time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here.

Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!

In this episode, I share a powerful story a college football coach told me about working with Nick Saban and his incredible consistency, even eating a candy bar at the same time every day. This reliability built real trust with his team. Listen in to discover why consistency—and trust—matter most for leaders.

Here’s a few additional resources for you…

Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11

Order my new book 'The 7 Commitments of a Great Team' today!

Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It’s advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters.

Join me for my Day of Development! You’ll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You’ll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It’s time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here.

Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!

Start your week with a reminder that life’s ups and downs are all part of the journey. In this Positive Mindset Monday, I share why I see life as a roller coaster—sometimes you feel on top of the world, and other times it feels like everything is spiraling down. The key isn’t to escape or give up, but to stay the course, knowing that every low point is followed by a climb back up. Let this episode encourage you to hang on tight and keep riding with hope for what’s ahead.

Here’s a few additional resources for you…

Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11

Order my new book ‘The 7 Commitments of a Great Team’ today!

Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It’s advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters.

Join me for my Day of Development! You’ll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You’ll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It’s time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here.

Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!

Welcome to The Jon Gordon Podcast! I’m Jon Gordon, and in today’s episode, I want to have a real conversation with you about commitment—what it truly looks like, and why it changes everything. I’ve seen firsthand, through my own life and in the lives of those I love, what happens when we show up fully versus when we hold back. Today, I share a personal story about my mom’s unwavering commitment and my own journey toward being a more committed husband, father, and leader.

We often talk about how others fall short, but rarely do we turn the spotlight inward. The challenge I have for you is simple: focus on being the most committed person in the room—at work, at home, on your team. Commitment isn’t easy. It comes at a cost, whether it’s time, energy, or putting others before ourselves. But when we commit, we not only better ourselves, we uplift those around us.

Tune in to discover how a shift toward greater commitment can take you, your family, and your team to a higher level. If this message resonates, please share it with someone who might need that extra encouragement today. Let’s keep growing together.

Here’s a few additional resources for you…

Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11

Order my new book 'The 7 Commitments of a Great Team' today!

Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It’s advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters.

Join me for my Day of Development! You’ll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You’ll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It’s time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here.

Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!

As a leader, I’ve learned one truth that changes everything: connection comes before correction. In this Positive Leadership Tip, I share why building trust and showing care is the foundation for real influence. When your team knows you’re for them—not against them—they’re more open to feedback and more likely to grow. If you want better engagement and long-term success, it starts with how you show up. I hope this encourages you to lead with connection today—and every day.

Here’s a few additional resources for you…

Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11

Order my new book 'The 7 Commitments of a Great Team' today!

Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It’s advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters.

Join me for my Day of Development! You’ll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You’ll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It’s time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here.

Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!