Becker Business Minute Podcast

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Medline Goes Public 12-9-25

In this episode, Scott Becker reviews Medline’s move to go public on the NASDAQ.

12-09
02:35

CEO of the Month: Stacy DiStefano of Consulting for Human Services 12-9-25

In this episode, Stacy DiStefano, CEO of Consulting for Human Services, shares insights on scaling mission driven organizations, the rising sophistication of nonprofit M&A, and the leadership practices that help teams navigate rapid change with clarity and resilience.

12-09
22:20

IBM Tries to Become a Player Again 12-9-25

In this epiosde, Scott Becker explains how IBM is working to reestablish itself as a major tech player by shifting deeper into AI and cloud.

12-09
02:37

Leadership, Mentorship, and Building Winning Teams with Lori Beth Irvin of LBIngenuity 12-8-25

In this episode, Lori Beth Irvin, Founder and CEO of LBIngenuity, shares lessons from her self-taught leadership journey, offering insights on building strong teams, fostering mentorship, shaping culture with intention, and managing risk while launching her own business.

12-08
25:25

Mark Zuckerburg: A Story of Grit & Resilience 12-8-25

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Zuckerberg’s approach to bold pivots and rapid course corrections shows how Meta continues to reinvent itself and drive long term growth.

12-08
03:41

Leadership Insights for 2026 with David Pivnick of McGuireWoods 12-6-25

In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, shares how leaders can navigate complexity, build trust, and make sound decisions in a highly regulated healthcare landscape.

12-06
13:09

Netflix Takes a Big Swing at the Plate 12-6-25

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Netflix’s ambitious plan to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, exploring how the deal could reshape its business model, strengthen cash flow, and reduce reliance on hit driven subscriber swings.

12-06
02:50

Strategic Insights for Healthcare and Private Equity in 2026 with Holly Buckley of McGuireWoods 12-5-25

In this episode, Holly Buckley, Chair of Healthcare at McGuireWoods, discusses margin pressures, deliberate leadership, evolving state regulations, and the growing impact of AI as key forces shaping healthcare and private equity heading into 2026.

12-05
08:57

6 Notes on the Largest Market Cap Companies 12-5-25

In this episode, Scott Becker shares 6 insights on today’s top market cap leaders, including the rise of Alphabet and Nvidia, Amazon’s challenges, and the companies poised to become the next generation of mega caps.

12-05
02:41

Ben Johnson, Eliot Moskow, & Tim Donohue 12-4-25

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on team leadership, shares thoughts on building strong group culture, and closes with a brief stock update on Microsoft and Amazon.

12-04
03:29

January Founder of the Month: Brian Taylor of Thinkspan 12-4-25

In this episode, Brian Taylor, founder and CEO of Thinkspan, discusses building a groundbreaking platform for personal information management, the deep tech behind private on-device AI, and the leadership lessons that shaped his entrepreneurial journey from Kernel Seasons to Thinkspan.

12-04
31:51

The 5 Steps to Building a Business 12-4-25

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the five essential stages of building a successful business, from idea and product development to revenue, profit, and scale.

12-04
04:19

Leadership Insights and Growth Strategies with Jim Feinstein of ENT Partners 12-3-25

In this episode, Jim Feinstein, CEO of ENT Partners, shares core leadership principles, lessons from decades in physician practice management, and strategies for balancing investor expectations, physician engagement, and sustainable growth in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.

12-03
16:44

5 Observations on the 5 Big Market Cap Companies 12-3-25

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the five largest market cap companies and offers five key observations on their recent performance, competitive pressures, and innovation needs.

12-03
03:30

Bitcoin & Leverage 12-2-25

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down how high leverage on foreign exchanges turns small Bitcoin price moves into major gains or losses.

12-02
02:29

Building Value Through ESOPs and Long Term Strategy with Thomas Mallon of Perpetuate Capital 12-2-25

In this episode, Tom Mallon, General Partner at Perpetuate Capital, discusses his journey from founding Regent Surgical to pioneering ESOP based financing models, the long term value they create for employees, and how Perpetuate Capital helps founders transition their companies while preserving culture and strengthening future growth.

12-02
17:53

Building Great Businesses: 10 Key Concepts 12-2-25

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down 10 principles for starting and scaling successful companies, from finding product market fit and choosing the right niche to building strong teams and evolving as a founder.

12-02
12:30

It’s Not Just 10,000 Hours 12-1-25

In this episode, Scott Becker explains why mastery requires more than just logging hours, and emphasizes the importance of deliberate practice, expert feedback, and periodic course correction to truly improve skills and achieve meaningful progress.

12-01
03:00

Howard Klieger on Building True Wealth Through Planning and Behavior 12-1-25

In this episode, Howard Klieger, Founder and Managing Partner of Walled Lake Planning and Wealth Management, discusses his path from broker to planner, the psychology behind investing, and the importance of clear family communication and thoughtful portfolio design.

12-01
33:19

Becker Business Media Standout Company of the Year: Google Alphabet 12-1-25

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights why Alphabet stands out as the 2025 company of the year, pointing to its resilience in AI, soaring stock performance, and more.

12-01
03:22

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