All It Takes Is A Goal
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.
Episodes
214 episodes
ATG 213: My Word for the Year: Remarkable
This year, I'm embracing a new mantra: "I don't want to be relatable; I want to be remarkable." In this episode, I share the pivotal moment that led to this revelation and how it’s shaping my approach to life and goals in 2025. Join me as we ex...
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ATG 212: My 2025 Goals (Part 2)
How do you set goals that bring more fun and connection into your life? In Part 2, I’m sharing my relationship and fun goals for 2025, from daily encouragement to remarkable hours and spending July in the mountains. Let’s make this year about m...
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Episode 212
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ATG 211: My 2025 Goals (Part 1)
What’s the secret to setting goals you’ll actually stick to? In this episode, I’m sharing Part 1 of my 2025 goals, from running 700 miles to writing half a million words, and the strategies I’m using to make them happen. Let’s tackle our goals ...
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Episode 211
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ATG 210: Time Machines, Arrows, and Staying Present
Your brain loves time travel—regretting the past or worrying about the future—but distraction won’t help you hit your goals. In this episode, I’ll share why staying present is the secret to making real progress. From narrating your day to rewri...
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Episode 210
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ATG 209: The 7 Best Books I Read in 2024
This year, I read more than 100 books. Why so many? Because I wanted to! And because I chose to make time for it. In this episode, I’ll share my favorite tips for reading more in 2025 (spoiler alert: it starts with saying no to mediocre TV). Yo...
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Episode 209
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ATG 208: 8 Ideas That Will Make You More Resilient
Resilience isn’t about never hitting obstacles—it’s about using them to your advantage. In this episode, I’m sharing 8 simple, practical ideas that will help you bounce back faster, push past limits, and build momentum like never before. Whethe...
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Episode 208
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18:49
ATG 207: 8 Ideas to Start the Year Braver Than Ever
Want to start the new year braver? In this episode, I’m sharing 8 quick soundtracks to tackle fear, crush overthinking, and jumpstart your courage. From turning stress into success to being as brave as your kids, these ideas will help you hit t...
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Episode 207
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ATG 206: 10 Game-Changing Gifts That Will Wow Everyone on Your List
I love a good list, especially when it’s packed with amazing gift ideas. This year, I’m sharing 10 of our family’s favorite finds from 2024—things we’ve bought, loved, and can’t stop talking about. From a tiny acorn-growing vase to the Finish J...
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Episode 206
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ATG 205: Replay: Think Ahead: Decision-Making Habits and Systems with Craig Groeschel
Have you ever wondered why success sometimes feels like a game of dodgeball, with distractions flying at you from every direction? Join me in this episode as I interview Craig Groeschel, New York Times bestselling author, and the founder and se...
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Episode 205
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ATG 204: Avoid Thanksgiving Fights with This 1 Sentence
Thanksgiving is practically designed for family debates, especially the kind that get sparked right as you’re reaching for the mashed potatoes. But this year, I’ve got one sentence that will change everything: “Politicians are temporary, family...
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Episode 204
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ATG 203: From Overthinking to Action: Graham Cochrane on Chasing Dreams and Embracing Change
I had an awesome conversation with my friend, Graham Cochrane, about goal-setting, career pivots, and discovering your unique purpose. We dove into the pressures we face, how to manage overthinking, and why it’s so important to pursue a life th...
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Episode 203
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ATG 202: Your Friends Are Your Future
You've probably heard the classic quote, “You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” But what does that really mean for your life? In this episode, I’ll break down why your circle isn’t just a group of friends—it’s a b...
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Episode 202
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ATG 201: Why 2025 Will Be Your Greatest Year Ever
I have a prediction for you—2025 is going to be your Greatest Year Ever. You’re going to tackle those big goals, beat procrastination, perfectionism, and all the usual roadblocks, and it all starts now. In this episode, I’m breaking do...
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Episode 201
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ATG 200: 7 Ways to Survive Election Stress
It’s the 200th episode of the podcast! I can’t believe we’ve reached this milestone together. In this episode, we’re talking about election stress and how to handle it. You know those anxious soundtracks that play on repeat in your head during ...
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Episode 200
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ATG 199: A Father, A Hurricane, & The Walk Of A Lifetime!
I don’t usually do breaking podcasts, but this story was too incredible not to share. My guest, David Jones, reached out with a story that perfectly ties into Soundtracks. When a hurricane hit western North Carolina, David faced a seri...
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Episode 199
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ATG 198: 2 Ways to Shift Your Mindset When You Feel Like Quitting
Have you ever felt like quitting? I have. And in this episode, we’re going to talk about two powerful ways to change how you feel when you’re at that breaking point. This is a lean-in episode, so I need you to lean in with me. I see something i...
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Episode 198
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ATG 197: The Lie of 'Do It While You're Young': Why Every Decade Can Be Your Best
In this episode, I’m diving into three big lies that I think are putting way too much pressure on Gen Z and Millennials—“Do it while you’re young,” “Don’t grow up, it’s a trap,” and the idea that you have to choose between joy and responsibilit...
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Episode 197
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18:05
ATG 196: The Meanest Things My Kids Have Said to Me
In this episode, I’m sharing some of the meanest things my kids have ever said to me—and trust me, they’re hilarious. We’ll also dive into a common myth that makes parenting way harder than it has to be. If you’ve ever believed raising teens ha...
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Episode 196
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ATG 195: How to Get Your Teenagers Talking Again
Does your teenager barely talk to you anymore? In this episode, I’ll not only explain why that happens, but also how to change it. I’ll share three soundtracks that make starting conversations with your kids easier, plus a personal story about ...
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Episode 195
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ATG 194: 3 Soundtracks to Help Teens Win at Social Media
Have you ever wondered how teens can actually win at social media instead of just surviving it? In this episode, I’m sharing three key soundtracks that will help teens thrive online. From building a positive presence and setting healthy boundar...
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Episode 194
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ATG 193: How Teens Win: Sneak Peek of the Intro and Chapter 1
In this episode, I’m giving you an exclusive sneak peek into our new book How Teens Win, which releases on September 10. First, I’ll read the intro to set the stage, and then my daughter LE will ta...
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Episode 193
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ATG 192: One Trick to Worry Less That Nobody’s Telling You About
Ever feel like your brain is stuck in a loop of worries? In this episode, I’m sharing one simple trick that will help you worry less and accomplish more.Here’s how it started: On a Sunday afternoon, the number 5 kept bouncing around in ...
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Episode 192
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ATG 191: Soundtracks For Your Family: A Conversation with My Daughter McRae Acuff
In this episode, I’m hanging out with my daughter McRae to chat about one of our family’s go-to topics: soundtracks. We’re digging into how the soundtracks in our heads help us set goals, dodge those unforced errors, and make life a little more...
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Episode 191
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ATG 190: 2 Ways to Shift Your Feelings When You Want to Quit
In this episode, I dive into two powerful ways to change how you feel when you want to quit. Fear often targets those who dare to dream and it uses surprise and the "shouldn't feel this way" tactic to hold you back. I'll share my practical "If/...
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Episode 190
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ATG 189: How to Cut Your Emails by 85%
I still remember the first time I tried email in 1997. I thought it was terrible and wouldn’t catch on. Fast forward to today, and email has improved (and definitely caught on!) but remains a constant distraction.This year, I decided to...
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