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8 Quick Notes for Wednesday 9-30-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2026 3:29


In this episode, Scott Becker shares eight quick notes covering business and private equity, upcoming events, and more.

10 Themes & Thoughts Around Healthcare 9-29-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2026 3:16


In this episode, Scott Becker shares insights into 10 key healthcare themes, including rising costs, access and quality challenges, AI and technology, workforce needs, administrative spending, and more.

5 Thoughts on Building Great Teams 9-28-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2026 1:44


In this episode, Scott Becker shares 5 strategies for building great teams, including retaining top performers, supporting strong contributors, upgrading underperformers, and more.

10 Key Concepts for CEOs and Founders 9-24-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2026 23:48


In this webinar-turned-podcast, Scott Becker shares 10 key concepts for CEOs and founders, covering the stages of business growth, founder evolution, customer focus, leadership teams, company culture, and more.

From Momentum to Scale 9-23-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2026 40:02


In this webinar-turned-podcast, Scott Becker is joined by Brian Parker, Caitlin Zulla, Julie Klaff, & David Schull to discuss the leadership, talent, decision-making, culture and operational systems required to scale organizations.

M&A Diligence & Day One Readiness with Matt Werner of VMG Health 9-22-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2026 14:30


In this episode, Matt Werner, Director at VMG Health, discusses financial diligence, deal readiness, integration planning, and the key factors buyers need to get right on day one.

The New CEO Agenda: AI, Efficiency, Growth, & Resilience 9-21-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2026 37:57


In this webinar-turned-podcast Scott Becker is joined by William Crawford, Marion Crawford, Barry Tanner, & Holly Buckley discuss balancing growth with quality, building strong teams and culture, leveraging AI, differentiating in competitive markets, and developing resilient organizations.

The Obnoxious Ask 9-19-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2026 2:09


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses setting boundaries, saying no to entitled requests and protecting opportunities for clients, sponsors and supporters.

Justin Welsh & His Saturday Essay 9-18-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2026 3:27


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses being intentional with time, setting boundaries and focusing on the priorities that matter most for long-term success and fulfillment.

Preventive Care Alone Is Not Enough 9-17-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2026 2:10


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses why preventive care and early detection must be paired with technology and a stronger healthcare workforce to meaningfully improve the U.S. healthcare system.

A Loss That Felt Like a Victory 9-16-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 3:15


In this episode, Scott Becker shares a golf story about a dramatic comeback and the lessons it offers on resilience and perspective.

Leadership, Resilience, and the Future of Sports with Leigh Steinberg 9-16-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 15:05


In this episode, Leigh Steinberg discusses athlete representation, physician empowerment, brain health, the changing business of college sports and the importance of resilience, values and listening in leadership.

The Financial Markets Feel Like a Melting Ice Cube 9-15-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2026 1:57


In this episode, Scott Becker examines recent market volatility and why a short-term downturn can feel worse than the broader numbers suggest.

Building Great Businesses: 20 Key Business & Leadership Concepts 9-14-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2026 58:24


In this webinar-turned podcast, Scott Becker shares key lessons on building and scaling businesses, including product market fit, leadership, team building, customer focus, execution and knowing when to step aside as a founder.

Intel Inside, Intel Is on Fire 9-13-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2026 1:44


In this episode, Scott Becker explores Intel's dramatic turnaround and nearly 190% year to date stock gain.

Meta Platforms: Never Bet Against Mark Zuckerberg 9-12-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2026 1:20


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Mark Zuckerberg's resilience, Meta's new Muse AI offering, and the company's recent stock performance.

Oil Stays Near $100 a Barrel 9-12-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2026 1:26


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses rising oil prices driven by Middle East tensions, the impact on gas prices and electric vehicles, and Lucid Motors' recent struggles.

The Trump Dividend Is a Horrible Idea 9-11-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2026 2:34


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the proposed $5,000 Trump dividend, arguing that its potential impact on the federal deficit, inflation and government spending makes it unsound policy.

Apple, Meta, & Intel 9-11-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2026 1:43


In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Apple's new $2,000 foldable iPhone, Intel's 187% year to date gain, and Meta's AI push.

20 Key Business Concepts in 20 Minutes 9-10-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2026 13:57


In this episode, Scott Becker shares 20 practical business lessons on leadership, customers, focus, team building, growth, resilience and execution for founders and business leaders.

The NFL, Cubs, and College Sports Predictions with David Pivnick of McGuireWoods LLP 9-9-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2026 11:36


In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, shares his predictions for the NFL season and Chicago Cubs postseason, while discussing the controversies and ethical challenges facing college athletics.

Channel Capacity & Essentialism 9-9-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2026 5:35


In this episode, Scott Becker emphasizes the importance of focusing resources, talent and energy on the areas where a business or health system can truly excel.

Golf & When Your Best Friends Win 9-8-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2026 2:19


In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the strange frustration of watching your best friends win.

Weeks That Get Away From You 9-5-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2026 2:08


In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on resetting after a week consumed by unexpected priorities.

The Private Equity Reset and Emerging Growth Opportunities with Andrew Busch 9-5-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2026 10:17


In this episode, Andrew Busch, Economist, Keynote Speaker, Futurist, Consultant, CEO, discusses how higher interest rates, changing valuations and evolving capital markets are reshaping private equity.

Munitions, Missiles, & Amazon Prime 9-4-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2026 2:20


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses concerns over U.S. munitions readiness and argues for more pragmatic, competent leadership focused on solving complex national challenges rather than political ideology.

Don’t Bet Against Microsoft 9-3-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 1:55


In this episode, Scott Becker highlights the strength of Microsoft’s Azure cloud business, Bank of America's bullish outlook, and the stock's recovery after a more than 20% decline.

NVIDIA: It Gives and it Takes 9-2-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 1:38


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses NVIDIA's rapid market value swings between $5 trillion and $5.5 trillion, the impact of AI optimism, earnings results, and Federal Reserve commentary.

No Good News in the Markets 9-1-26

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 2:25


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses renewed market declines, rising bond yields and oil prices, persistent inflation concerns, and the potential for Federal Reserve rate hikes to weigh on markets.

Building Great Businesses: What CEOs Need to Focus on Now 8-31-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 31:43


In this webinar-turned-podcast, Scott Becker is joined by Jason Zins, Ben Lerner & Nancy Temple to discuss building strong businesses, leadership, talent, client service, entrepreneurship and the importance of people, transparency and long-term alignment.

The Myth of Nationalized Healthcare 8-28-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 3:28


In this episode, Scott Becker argues that universal coverage does not solve supply shortages and can lead wealthier patients to seek care through private providers.

Gambling & the 10 Stroke Handicap 8-27-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 2:56


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the challenge of competing against a golfer who is better than his index suggests.

Healthcare Private Equity Trends: Deal Activity, AI and Regulatory Pressure with Holly Buckley of McGuireWoods LLP 8-27-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 11:39


In this episode, Holly Buckley, Chair of Healthcare at McGuireWoods, discusses the latest healthcare private equity trends, including transaction volume, physician practice investments, AI adoption, state regulations and the outlook for deals and exits. Overview – McGuireWoods Healthcare Growth & Operations Conference 2026. Online registration by Cvent

Who's on First? Clarifying Roles and Responsibilities for Better Teamwork with Liz Hutson of EGH, LLC 8-26-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 7:59


n this episode, Liz Hutson, Founder & Principal Consultant at EGH, LLC, discusses how the RACI framework and the principle of “staying in your lane” can help teams clarify roles, improve accountability, avoid duplicated work and execute strategies more effectively.

Elon Musk, Tesla, & SpaceX 8-26-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 2:54


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Elon Musk’s concerns about China’s advances in AI and robotics.

Washington D.C., Iran, & Canada 8-25-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 2:39


In this episode, Scott Becker examines the U.S. approach to Iran, rising economic pressure and the escalating trade tensions with Canada.

NVIDIA & the Markets On Edge 8-24-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 1:33


In this episode, Scott Becker examines NVIDIA’s recent market decline, sky-high growth expectations and upcoming earnings report, which could set the tone for markets this week.

Excellence Every Day with David Pivnick of McGuireWoods LLP 8-21-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 12:46


In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, shares how disciplined goal-setting, compartmentalization and maintaining perspective can help leaders stay focused, motivated and committed to excellence every day.

Cancer & Shortages of Oncologists 8-21-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 1:22


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the growing shortage of oncologists, the rising demand for cancer care, and the challenges patients face accessing specialized care. 

Walmart Tanks Today 8-20-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 1:51


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Walmart shares plunging nearly 10% as slowing same store sales raise concerns about consumer spending.

The Worst Cliché in Business “Culture Eats Strategy for Business” 8-20-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 1:45


In this episode, Scott Becker challenges the “culture eats strategy for breakfast” cliché and explains why lasting business success requires culture, clarity, strong teams, customer focus, competence, and execution.

AI, Innovation, and the Future of Care with Jay Rughani 8-19-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 22:12


In this episode, Jay Rughani, Partner at @a16z, discusses the rise of “infinite healthcare,” AI's potential to expand access to care, and what separates high-impact healthcare founders from the rest.

$400,000 for a College Education 8-19-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 3:36


In this episode, Scott Becker examines the cost of college, the importance of choosing a career-focused major, and the need to weigh education against long-term job opportunities.

Bet on Jensen Huang 8-18-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 1:17


In this episode, Scott Becker examines NVIDIA's remarkable growth, $5.5 trillion market cap, and Jensen Huang's role in driving the AI economy.

Index Funds Keep Killing Mutual Funds 8-17-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 1:58


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses why index funds are increasingly outperforming actively managed mutual funds.

The LA Lakers, Private Jets, & The Apogee 8-15-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2026 5:48


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the Lakers sale and the status symbols of the ultra-wealthy, from sports teams to private jets and elite golf clubs.

Medicare for All vs. Healthcare for All 8-14-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 3:43


In this episode, Scott Becker argues that expanding coverage is not enough without addressing the shortage of doctors and specialists needed to provide care.

God Hates Critics & Socialists 8-13-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 2:22


In this episode, Scott Becker discusses why taking action is better than criticizing from the sidelines.

The Eight Common Practices of Uncommon Leaders with John Gallagher of Growing Champions Coaching & Consulting 8-13-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 15:44


In this episode, John Gallagher, Founder and CEO of Growing Champions Coaching & Consulting, discusses the habits and disciplines that help leaders improve themselves, develop their teams and build stronger organizations. He also shares insights from his new book, The Eight Common Practices of Uncommon Leaders, including the importance of intentional relationships, feedback, focus and […]

The Top 10 Neighborhoods in the U.S. 8-12-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 2:46


In this episode, Scott Becker highlights USA Today's 10 luxury neighborhoods of 2026, featuring communities across the U.S. and their median home prices.

Building AI Solutions That Work with Nishith Khandwala, Sam Schwager, Steve Liou, & Dr. Bo Gu 8-12-26

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 48:08


In this episode, Nishith Khandwala, CEO and Co-founder at Bunkerhill Health, Sam Schwager, CEO & Co-Founder of SuperDial, Steve Liou, CEO and Founder of Clarium, and Bo Gu, MD, CEO, Youlify, discuss how AI is improving clinical workflows, reducing administrative burden, and expanding access to care. They also share the biggest challenges to AI adoption […]

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