Becker Group Business Strategy 15 Minute Podcast

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights standout Chicago businesses and leaders that have built strong cultures.

In this episode, Liz Hutson, Principal Consultant, Owner at EGH, LLC., shares why defining what not to focus on is essential for successful leadership, integration projects, and long term personal and professional growth.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Tesla's recent stock drop, SpaceX's expected public debut, and the ongoing debate around free speech and toxicity on X.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses how market gains and personal progress can lead to overspending, overeating, and losing discipline.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the market selloff, rising inflation concerns tied to deficit spending and oil prices, and more.

In this episode, Ritu Shah, Chief Executive Officer, ClostraBio, Inc., discusses building a biotech company focused on next-generation probiotics for gut health, IBS, IBD, and food allergies.

In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, joins Scott Becker for a conversation on the NBA and NHL playoffs, the future of the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on simplifying life by removing distractions and becoming more selective with commitments.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Microsoft's recent market struggles despite strong leadership.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares candid advice for early career professionals on work ethic, reliability, and how managers quietly evaluate long-term potential.

In this epiosde, Holly Buckley, Chair of Healthcare at McGuireWoods LLP, share insights on hiring, leadership, energy and resilience, and evaluating long term potential.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines the challenges facing major private equity firms, highlighting how strong assets under management are being offset by a slowdown in traditional exits and weaker overall performance.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the endless cycle of task management, sharing lessons on protecting time and energy, and focusing on meaningful work.

In this episode, Daniel Klapper, Founder, Fox & Chester, shares insights on scaling with speed, building strong operational infrastructure early, leveraging AI thoughtfully, and why trust, discipline, and legal strategy are critical for founders and fast-growing businesses.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Nvidia's extraordinary growth, its soaring market cap and continued dominance in AI.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares 4 practical strategies for managing time and energy more effectively.

In this episode, Jake Stotter, Vice President, Fenceworks, Inc. “The Guy on 41”., discusses how the third generation family business has built lasting trust through personalized service, quality craftsmanship, and deep community roots in the Chicagoland area.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines the contrasting performances of Intel, Palantir, and major private equity firms like KKR.

In this episode, Michael Lourie, Founder & Managing Partner, Driver Media Worldwide, joins the podcast to discuss how his firm helps law firms and businesses drive lead generation through digital marketing, LinkedIn strategy, targeted campaigns, and data-driven client engagement while serving as an outsourced extension of their teams.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the sharp market rebound, rising oil prices, President Trump's rejection of Iran's negotiation response, Intel's massive year-to-date surge, and the continued challenges facing private equity stocks like KKR.

In this episode, Michael D. Alter, Rattan L. Khosa Clinical Professor of Entrepreneurship, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, shares lessons from building and scaling businesses, the traits that define successful entrepreneurs, and why focus, self-awareness and strong teams are critical to long-term growth.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares two Sunday reflections focused on learning to say no when stretched too thin and the challenge of maintaining confidence and performance under pressure.

In this episode, Elliot C. Jarvis, business development professional in private equity, shares insights on today's M&A landscape, the shift toward hybrid deal sourcing models, and the growing focus on lower middle market buy and build strategies across service based industries.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights how PayPal, Coinbase, and Meta Platforms are implementing significant layoffs.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores how focusing on one standout aspect of a company can distort investment decisions, using examples like Amazon, Microsoft, and Bitcoin to highlight the risks of overlooking the bigger picture.

In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, shares insights on how effective leaders maintain clarity, discipline, and composure during periods of disruption.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses CVS exceeding expectations with $100 billion in first quarter revenue.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores Google's 26% year to date rise, its leadership among major tech companies, and a reported $200 billion AI cloud deal with Anthropic that signals continued growth and diversification.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers markets rising on optimism about a potential Middle East peace agreement, along with Alphabet Google reaching a 26% year to date gain.

In this episode, Mirianas Chachisvilis, Ph.D., CEO & CTO, Veriskin, Inc., discusses building and scaling a medical device company, navigating clinical trials and FDA pathways, and creating a cost effective model to improve early skin cancer detection and reduce unnecessary healthcare spending.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the difference between being idle, simply busy, and truly busy with purpose, emphasizing the importance of focusing time and energy on meaningful, fulfilling pursuits.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy, highlighting rising costs, financial struggles, and how the blocked JetBlue merger may have left the company more vulnerable.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Microsoft's recent stock decline driven by massive capital expenditures, and explains why its strong revenue and long term positioning still support confidence.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines how Blackstone and KKR are evolving into fee-driven giants with massive inflows and diversified revenue streams, while lower and middle market private equity firms remain heavily dependent on deal exits for returns.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the difference between situational and deep friendships, highlighting how lasting, meaningful relationships stand apart from those formed by convenience or shared environments.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers the market's strongest April since 2020, Apple's standout $111 billion quarter driven by iPhone growth, Alphabet's rapid AI-fueled surge, and Meta's stock drop amid heavy capital spending plans.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Jerome Powell's handling of economic policy under pressure and examines the broader political and ethical concerns surrounding gerrymandering in the United States.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights sharp declines in Waystar, Wayfair, and Meta Platforms alongside Amazon's strong recent rebound, underscoring the volatility and unpredictability of current market movements.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores arguments around anti-wealth movements like Occupy Wall Street, discussing their potential economic impacts and broader societal consequences including political and cultural tensions.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers sharp market swings among the Magnificent 7, with Alphabet jumping ahead while Nvidia, Meta, and others see rapid shifts that reshape year to date performance rankings.

In this episode, Scott Becker explains why true business development is not driven by social media presence but by consistent, targeted outreach to a focused group of key relationships in an increasingly crowded information landscape.

In this episode, Liz Hutson, Principal Consultant, Owner at EGH, LLC, shares practical insights on giving and receiving feedback to drive personal and professional growth.

In this episode, Scott Becker uses a humorous tennis story to highlight the importance of self awareness, humility, and embracing confidence.

In this episode, Chris Lacy, President at Priority Search Management, discusses building a search firm focused on the “missing middle” of leadership talent, the value of embedded partnerships with private equity-backed organizations, and how trust, clarity, and consistent execution drive long-term recruiting success.

In this episode, Scott Becker outlines 14 insights on the evolving healthcare private equity landscape, including stronger deal flow, growth in non-provider services and specialty practices, rising AI investment, and more.

In this episode, Carson Neely, Owner, Uncommon, shares how he built a thriving personal training business from scratch through disciplined growth, community focus, and a commitment to delivering results while carefully balancing demand, hiring, and burnout.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers rising AI-driven layoffs in tech, Intel's sharp market surge, political tensions highlighted by the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares humorous takes on a Landman scene, GLP 1 experiences, and a strong day on the golf course.

In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, explores how charismatic leaders shape companies and politics, the risks of personality driven leadership, and why strong teams and substance ultimately matter most.

In this episode, Scott Becker explains how Tesla's strong earnings were overshadowed by plans for heavy future spending, sending the stock lower and deepening its year to date decline.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down IBM's sharp decline after disappointing profits and weak consulting revenue, raising investor skepticism despite recent momentum and leadership optimism.