Becker Group Business Strategy 15 Minute Podcast

In this episode, Scott Becker explains Microsoft's roughly 12% drop despite solid earnings, driven by slower cloud growth and high market expectations.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on why strong income years can create a false sense of permanence and encourages saving early to take full advantage of compounding.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights Starbucks' turnaround in customer experience, Amazon's push to improve margins through layoffs, and how Apple and Epic exemplify the power of relentless, incremental improvement.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down UnitedHealthcare's sharp stock drop, strong recent earnings, and troubling signals including projected revenue decline, rising medical loss ratios, and shrinking Medicare and Medicaid enrollment.

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Amber Walsh of McGuireWoods LLP, about the economic impact of major storms, from GDP losses to business disruption, and how weather risk is influencing healthcare investing and private equity diligence.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses UnitedHealthcare’s drop on lower revenue expectations while Alphabet, Nvidia, and other mega cap tech stocks continue to shape the market narrative.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses why Alphabet continues to look like a compelling growth stock ahead of its upcoming earnings report.

In this episode, Yarin Gaon, Investor and Founder of Fractional Partners, explains why many companies in the $1 to $20 million range stall despite strong traction. He shares how financial and strategic clarity, focus, and the discipline to say no help founders scale profitably and build investable businesses. 

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights the value of colleagues who require minimal supervision and consistently deliver results, creating true leverage for leaders.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Apple's massive cash flow and iconic brand strength, while questioning whether its high price to earnings ratio is justified by slowing growth.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Intel’s shares drop sharply after a weaker than expected revenue and earnings outlook, wiping out much of the stock's recent gains despite a strong yearlong turnaround.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses President Trump's $5 billion lawsuit against J.P. Morgan Chase and Jamie Dimon.

In this episode, J. Tod Fetherling, Author & Keynote Storyteller shares lessons from decades in healthcare analytics and startups, exploring how leaders translate data into decisions, build strong teams, and execute strategy.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on how market swings test investor discipline and the temptation to shift asset allocations after strong runs or sudden drops.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Intel's sharp turnaround and stock surge, a market rebound tied to easing geopolitical tensions, and GDP growth accelerating to a 4.4% pace.

In this episode, Ryan Spalding, Managing Advisor at Gibson, shares lessons from building and selling an insurance agency and explains where companies most often miscalculate property and casualty risk. 

In this episode, Liz Hutson shares a practical framework for multi phase project planning, from starting with the end in mind to breaking work into achievable steps and celebrating progress.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers a turbulent day in the markets, pressure on private equity exits, and notable stock moves across technology, healthcare, and travel.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines Beyond Meat's steep 80% decline over the past year and its move into protein drinks.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Porsche's nearly 10% sales decline, driven by a tough China market and slower than expected electric vehicle momentum.

In this episode, Danny Resnick, Managing Director and Wealth Partner at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management, and Abe Puerto, Executive Director and head of J.P. Morgan Defined Contribution Consulting, discuss key trends shaping employer-sponsored retirement plans. They cover market timing versus rebalancing, the evolving role of target date funds, the potential inclusion of alternative assets, and […]

In this episode, Scott Becker covers the breakup between Saks and Amazon, slowing Porsche sales, Beyond Meat's pivot, and recent moves across Meta, Apple, Walmart, and DraftKings.

In this episode, Chitra Nawbatt, author, entrepreneur, investor, and host of The CodeBreaker Mindset podcast, shares insights on decision making, leadership, and resilience in a fast changing world shaped by tech and AI. She shares insights into her book and newsletter, and how pattern recognition, pivots, and purpose can help leaders build impact and navigate […]

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Circle Internet's recent drop, reflections on investor inertia, and what it feels like to hold declining assets.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Goldman Sachs' strong earnings, BlackRock's growth to $14 trillion in assets, and recent market moves including Oracle and Robinhood declines.

In this episode, Dr. Viv Babber, CEO of Lean Six Intelligence Group, discusses why AI success depends less on tools and more on governance, leadership fluency, and decision clarity.

In this episode, Amber Walsh, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, shares key themes emerging from the JPM Healthcare Conference, including renewed dealmaking momentum, rapid AI adoption, shifts toward outpatient and home based care, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares insights into a market rebound, private equity performance, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines how private equity and venture capital investments compare with index funds.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares insights on major stocks, private equity performance, notable earnings moves, and more.

In this episode, Joseph James Calvanico, MAI, FRICS, President of J2C Valuation, shares insights on real estate and business valuation trends, including office, retail, multifamily, and industrial sectors heading into 2026.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines why JPMorgan is still outperforming most major banks despite near term market concerns.

In this episode, Susan Barrett, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Monte Nido, discusses the organization's mission to expand access to comprehensive eating disorder treatment across the U.S. She shares insights on leadership, compliance in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape, and key trends shaping behavioral health, including regulation, technology, and AI.

In this epiosde, Andrew Walker, Founder and CEO of Under Hood Insights, shares how his experience as a master automotive technician inspired AI powered tools and a new training platform designed to address the skilled trades shortage.

In this episode, Scott Becker walks through The Motley Fool's ranking of the Magnificent Seven stocks, from Alphabet and Nvidia at the top to Apple at number seven

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down why Nvidia continues to dominate with a $4 trillion plus market cap, key moves including its Intel investment and renewed China chip sales, and why Jim Cramer calls the stock cheap.

In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, discusses the qualities of effective leadership and thoughtful team building, along with his practical approach to personal investing.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on why setbacks and criticism are often signs of progress in business and life.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Intel's recent stock surge, pointing to two key drivers: major alliances with the U.S. government and NVIDIA, and the launch of its highly praised Panther Lake processors.

In this episode, Amber Walsh, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, discusses trends shaping hospital M&A, private equity activity, regulatory headwinds, and why many leaders expect renewed momentum in the year ahead.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares 5 perspectives on whether a market crash is coming, including why the odds remain relatively low.

In this episode, Annie Yatch, Founder of North Star Leadership, shares how she helps founders and executives transform trauma driven survival patterns into clear, centered, and effective leadership. She discusses purpose driven leadership, nervous system regulation, and the skills leaders need to build thriving businesses without sacrificing health or relationships.

In this episode, Scott Becker outlines 13 core lessons on building strong businesses, including customer focus, team building, execution, and smart growth decisions.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses rebuilding his golf swing, bombing spectacularly on the course, and firing a therapist who dared suggest quitting the game.

In this episode, Dylan and Brett Werner share how they built Elevate Talent Advisors from the ground up, navigating early uncertainty, relying on relationships, and refining a people-first recruiting model. They also offer advice for employers and job seekers on finding the right fit, pursuing passion, and building sustainable careers in a changing market.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the 5 stocks that make up 65% of Berkshire Hathaway's holdings Apple, American Express, Bank of America, Coca Cola, and Chevron.

In this episode, Scott Becker offers a brief message of gratitude for the friends and colleagues whose support fuels progress through both wins and challenges.

In this episode, Chris Papin, CPA & Attorney, Owner & Operator, Papin Speaks, shares insights on leadership, time management, and clarity, including how high performing business owners use their “168 hours”, balance execution with reflection, and stay disciplined through growth, setbacks, and change.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines the planning spectrum acting with no plan, minimal plans, or overly complex plans arguing that most success comes from intentional 80–90% planning followed by action.

In this episode, Rachel Axelrod, Speaker Coach, Event Producer, Attorney, Axelrod Consulting, LLC shares her journey from attorney to speaker coach and explains how storytelling, focus, and clarity help leaders connect more deeply with audiences.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down five key private equity trends, including softer fundraising, uneven exit activity, the rise of mega funds, and more.