Becker Business Minute Podcast

Scott Becker
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Becker Business Minute Podcast

Concise business and market news brought to you by Scott Becker

  1. 12 HR. AGO

    Private Equity Trends and Interest Rate Impacts: Insights with Rick Kes of RSM 11-20-24

    In this episode, Richard Kes, Partner at RSM, joins Scott Becker to discuss key private equity trends, the impact of post-election certainty, and how interest rates may shape deal flow in the coming years. Kes provides a deep dive into market dynamics, from mega-funds to mid-market activity, and shares an optimistic outlook for 2025.

    9 min

  2. 16 HR. AGO

    MicroStrategy: I Should’ve Invested in It 11-20-24

    In this episode, Scott Becker delves into MicroStrategy’s astounding 560% year-to-date stock growth and its strategic Bitcoin investments as a hedge against inflation. Learn why this business intelligence firm is becoming a standout in both the tech and cryptocurrency spaces.

    2 min

  3. 17 HR. AGO

    8 Market Insights and Leadership Lessons: Retail, Investment Trends, and Business Strategies 11-20-24

    This episode explores Target’s earnings dip, Warren Buffett’s latest investments, and Walmart’s continued growth. Scott also shares four leadership strategies, analyzes market trends in retail, healthcare, and cryptocurrency, and reflects on lessons from recent market movements.

    5 min

  4. 19 HR. AGO

    Walmart Keeps Rolling 11-20-24

    In this episode, Scott Becker highlights Walmart’s impressive market performance, leadership under CEO Doug McMillon, and its position as a revenue leader despite trailing Amazon in market cap. Explore Walmart’s financial success, strategic leadership, and the broader implications for retail and business growth.

    3 min

  5. 1 DAY AGO

    Four Thoughts for Leaders 11-19-24

    In this episode, Scott Becker shares four key insights for effective leadership: appreciating your team and customers, persistently solving challenges, fostering the development of new leaders, and ensuring long-term success by empowering successors. Tune in for practical advice on building resilient and thriving organizations.

    4 min

  6. 1 DAY AGO

    Sex, Drugs, and Cars 11-19-24

    In this episode, Scott Becker explores surprising market trends in “sex, drugs, and cars.” He highlights the strong performance of Hims & Hers and Grindr in the sex category, Walgreens and CVS in the pharma space, and Tesla and Lucid Motors among EV stocks. Tune in for an engaging blend of market insights and business […]

    4 min

  7. 1 DAY AGO

    The Entrepreneur’s Edge: Building Teams, Niches, and Business Success 11-19-24

    In this episode, Scott Becker dives into essential strategies for growing and managing a business. Key topics include the power of building exceptional teams, focusing on niche markets, achieving customer centricity and product-market fit, and mastering diligence and integration in acquisitions. Insights are drawn from Scott’s book, The Entrepreneur’s Edge: How to Build, Grow, and […]

    18 min

  8. 2 DAYS AGO

    Resilience in Action: Lessons from Liz Hutson on Overcoming Challenges and Inspiring Others 11-18-24

    In this episode, Scott Becker interviews Liz Hutson, Principal Consultant and Owner of EGH, LLC. Liz shares her insights on resilience, learning from failure, and finding the balance between perseverance and pivoting. Drawing from her personal experiences as a leader and consultant, she offers invaluable advice on how to inspire others by bouncing back stronger […]

    12 min
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