All It Takes Is A Goal

Jon Acuff
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Jon Acuff is the New York Times bestselling author of ten books, including his most recent, All it Takes is a Goal. Published in dozens of languages, his work is both critically acclaimed and adored by readers. When he's not writing, Acuff can be found on a stage, as one of INC's Top 100 Leadership Speakers. He's spoken to hundreds of thousands of people at conferences, colleges and companies around the world including FedEx, Range Rover, Microsoft, Chick-fil-A, and Comedy Central. Known for his insights wrapped in humor, Acuff shared the stage with an American Icon when he opened up for Dolly Parton at the Ryman Auditorium. Jon lives outside of Nashville, TN with his wife Jenny and two daughters.

  1. 6d ago

    ATG 298 | Is There Money Involved? The Prioritization Question That Cuts Through the Noise

    You have too much to do. I know because I've never met someone whose biggest problem was too much free time. In this episode, part of a four part series on prioritization, I'm teaching you the second prompt that clarifies your decision making when your to do list feels overwhelming: is there money involved? Money isn't emotional or fuzzy, it's just math, and I'll show you the specific questions to ask, like whether something will cost you more if you delay it or whether you'll waste money by skipping it. I'm also sharing my 1 4 7 technique, a simple formula for finally taking action instead of endlessly reorganizing your list. Because motion beats perfection, and there is no perfect task waiting to be found. Your broken soundtrack will never tell you that you picked the right one, so stop looking for it and start moving. Episode Links: Order Procrastination Proof! Book Jon to speak at your event! Come to Stage & Page!

    ATG 298 | Is There Money Involved? The Prioritization Question That Cuts Through the Noise

  2. Aug 31

    ATG 297 | Why Your To-Do List Will Always Beat Your Calendar (And What to Do About It)

    Your to do list is bursting and it feels impossible to figure out what matters most. Here's the truth: your imagination is bigger than your calendar, so it will always feel that way. In this episode, I'm kicking off a brand new four part series on prioritization, starting with a powerful tool from my book Soundtracks, a good question is a trojan horse for truth. I'll walk you through the first of four questions that will help you sort through everything on your plate, starting with "Is there a promise?" You'll learn about what I call Verbal Reality, why saying "let's grab coffee sometime" without following up can quietly break trust, and how keeping your promises, even small ones, takes practice. If you feel overwhelmed by your to do list, this episode gives you a real tool to start clearing the chaos. Episode Links: Order Procrastination Proof! Book Jon to speak at your event! Come to Stage & Page!

    ATG 297 | Why Your To-Do List Will Always Beat Your Calendar (And What to Do About It)

  3. Aug 24

    ATG 296 | Your Whole Dashboard: Why Checking Only Your Feelings Is Costing You Your Dreams

    Most people only check one thing on their dashboard: feelings. That's like covering every other gauge in your car with a Post it note and driving by only watching the check oil light. Sure, you'd know when to change your oil, but you'd rack up speeding tickets, run out of gas, and probably rear end somebody at the grocery store. In this episode, I'm sharing the other data points you need to review besides your emotions, including truth, time, commitments, numbers, and your original dream. I'll walk you through how I used this exact framework to finally deal with my insurance policy, a task I'd been avoiding for way too long. You don't need to check every gauge every time. You just need to know which ones matter for the situation you're in. Drive with your whole dashboard, and you'll actually end up where you want to go. Episode Links: Order Procrastination Proof! Book Jon to speak at your event! Come to Stage & Page!

    ATG 296 | Your Whole Dashboard: Why Checking Only Your Feelings Is Costing You Your Dreams

  4. Aug 17

    ATG 295 | Find an Hour, Start Selling: How I Trick Myself Into Beating Procrastination

    Procrastination loves vagueness. "I'll get to that eventually" means nothing gets done. In this episode, I'm sharing the exact system I use to steal back an hour from my own procrastination, starting with your phone's screen time settings and treating your apps like a restaurant menu. You'll learn why making a list of everything you're procrastinating on actually makes things worse, and why I had to become a phenomenal salesman just to get myself to write. I'll walk you through the four techniques I used today to sell myself on finishing a chapter, including scheduling appointments with myself, using countdown timers, wearing noise canceling headphones as a focus cue, and why writing in a notebook instead of a laptop kills distraction dead. Instagram didn't steal my hours. They sold them to me. It's time to out sell them right back. Episode Links: Order Procrastination Proof! Book Jon to speak at your event! Come to Stage & Page!

    ATG 295 | Find an Hour, Start Selling: How I Trick Myself Into Beating Procrastination

  5. Aug 10

    ATG 294 | The Muskrat Incident: Why Simple Beats Complicated Every Time

    My favorite one star review calls my books too simple. Guilty as charged, and I did that on purpose. But I wasn't always this way. In this episode I tell you about The Muskrat Incident, the true story of how I chose an impossible taxidermy extra credit project over simply studying for biology class. Spoiler alert, it did not go well. We'll talk about why procrastinators love complicating projects (hint, it gives us someone else to blame when things fall apart), how to avoid becoming what I call a chaos monster, and I'll share the simplest planning system you will ever use. It's four words. No spreadsheets required. If you're ready to stop making life harder than it needs to be, this episode is for you. Episode Links: Order Procrastination Proof! Book Jon to speak at your event! Come to Stage & Page!

    ATG 294 | The Muskrat Incident: Why Simple Beats Complicated Every Time

  6. Aug 3

    ATG 293 | You Are in Sales: Why Your Real Mission Is Selling Yourself a Remarkable Life

    We can't get coffee together, but we could take a walk. And on that walk, I'd tell you something that might surprise you: your mission in life is sales. Not the kind you're picturing. From the moment you wake up to the moment you fall asleep, you're selling the most important product that's ever existed, a remarkable life, to the most important person you'll ever meet, yourself. In this episode, I'm breaking down why owning your life feels so overwhelming, why blaming your parents, society, or even cavemen for your problems keeps you stuck, and why no one, not a politician, boss, celebrity, or friend, has more power over you than you have over yourself. It's time to stop pointing fingers and start recognizing the influence you've had all along. In This Episode: Order Procrastination Proof! You can grab a copy of my new book Procrastination Proof from your favorite bookstore or at my website! Make sure to follow me on Instagram and share with your friends! Sign up for my newsletter, Try This! Book me to speak at your event or to your team! Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today! Keep up with my book list on GoodReads! Have me speak at your next event! Episode Links: Order Procrastination Proof! Book Jon to speak at your event! Come to Stage & Page!

    ATG 293 | You Are in Sales: Why Your Real Mission Is Selling Yourself a Remarkable Life

  7. Jul 27

    ATG 292 | 5 Soundtracks That Will Make You Braver (Nobody Is for Everybody)

    What thoughts are running through your mind on repeat? In this episode, I'm sharing five powerful soundtracks that will help you build bravery in your life. You'll discover why nobody is for everybody (vegan restaurants don't care about BBQ fans), how to beat imposter syndrome by being better today than you were yesterday, and why some beats none when perfectionism tries to stop you. I'll also reveal the four words that get me through every hard run in January ("I'll feel awesome after") and the most powerful question you can ask to rediscover your purpose: Who am I doing this very difficult job for? From hospital CEOs doing it for the donor walk to teachers showing up for the person they used to be, this question clarifies everything. Thoughts turn into actions. Actions turn into results. Let's make sure you're playing the right soundtracks. In This Episode: Order Procrastination Proof! You can grab a copy of my new book Procrastination Proof from your favorite bookstore or at my website! Make sure to follow me on Instagram and share with your friends! Sign up for my newsletter, Try This! Book me to speak at your event or to your team! Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today! Keep up with my book list on GoodReads! Have me speak at your next event! Episode Links: Order Procrastination Proof! Book Jon to speak at your event! Come to Stage & Page!

    ATG 292 | 5 Soundtracks That Will Make You Braver (Nobody Is for Everybody)

  8. Jul 20

    ATG 291 | Turn Up the Volume: 5 Bravery Soundtracks That Will Change Your Life

    What if the thoughts running through your head on repeat could be the difference between staying stuck and moving forward? In this episode, I'm sharing five powerful soundtracks that help me choose bravery when fear gets loud. You'll discover why "It's just a puddle" changed how I parent and handle everyday stress, how to shift from "Woe is me" to "Wow is me" (one letter that changes everything), and why being the CEO of yourself isn't enough if you're still a terrible boss to yourself. I'll also show you how to focus on the fix instead of the fear, and why feeling uncomfortable is actually a sign your old comfort zone is having a hard time keeping up with you. These aren't just catchy phrases. They're the thoughts that turn into actions, and actions that turn into results. This is episode 5 of our Bravest Summer Ever series, but you don't need to have heard the others to get massive value from these five soundtracks. In This Episode: Order Procrastination Proof! You can grab a copy of my new book Procrastination Proof from your favorite bookstore or at my website! Make sure to follow me on Instagram and share with your friends! Sign up for my newsletter, Try This! Book me to speak at your event or to your team! Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today! Keep up with my book list on GoodReads! Have me speak at your next event! Episode Links: Order Procrastination Proof! Book Jon to speak at your event! Come to Stage & Page!

    ATG 291 | Turn Up the Volume: 5 Bravery Soundtracks That Will Change Your Life
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Jon Acuff is the New York Times bestselling author of ten books, including his most recent, All it Takes is a Goal. Published in dozens of languages, his work is both critically acclaimed and adored by readers. When he's not writing, Acuff can be found on a stage, as one of INC's Top 100 Leadership Speakers. He's spoken to hundreds of thousands of people at conferences, colleges and companies around the world including FedEx, Range Rover, Microsoft, Chick-fil-A, and Comedy Central. Known for his insights wrapped in humor, Acuff shared the stage with an American Icon when he opened up for Dolly Parton at the Ryman Auditorium. Jon lives outside of Nashville, TN with his wife Jenny and two daughters.

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  • Creator
    Jon Acuff
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    299
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 All It Takes Is A Goal
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    All It Takes Is A Goal

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