Drop The Hammer

The Mountain Part 3: Crest Level

In this episode of Drop the Hammer, Jon and Alisa delve into the essential steps for leveling up after a strong foundation is built. As discussed on the previous episodes, there are five business levels and scaling each level resembles climbing a mountain. Today we discuss Level 2; The Crest Level. Whether you're launching a startup or scaling your business, join us as we uncover the key strategies for building for success.

The Mountain Part 2: Base Level

In this episode of Drop the Hammer, Jon and Alisa delve into the essential steps for establishing a solid business foundation. As discussed on the prevous episode, there are five business levels and scaling each level resembles climbing a mountain. Today we discuss Level 1; The Base Level. Whether you're launching a startup or scaling your business, join us as we uncover the key strategies for building a strong foundation for success.

The Mountain

In this episode of Drop the Hammer, Jon describes the levels it takes to scale any business. There are 5 levels and it resembles scaling a mountain. Each level will present challenges and none of those challenges can be avoided. 

Busy vs Productive

In this episode of Drop the Hammer, Jon lays out his blueprint for becoming the most efficient and productive version of YOU. He will show you how to get out of doing busy work keeping you stuck where you are and shift your focus to productive action that will move you closer to your targets and the life you want! 

The Great Divide

In this episode of Drop the Hammer Jon breaks down the difference between those who can regulate their emotions and those who can’t and why it’s important to identify them both. Cancel culture and division are wreaking havoc in our world and todays podcast explains how learning to regulate emotions can bring us all closer together. 

Drop The Hammer - Jon and Brandon J - From Mess to Millions - A TRUE Comeback Story

In this episode, Jon interviews Brandon J of Brandon J Roofing. Hear how Brandon went from drug dealer who went to prison to building a roofing company that does over 30 million in revenue. This come back story and story of exceptional culture is something everyone needs to hear. 

Vision. Plan. Do.

In this quick hit episode, called Vision. Plan. Do., Jon discusses keep planning to short increments based on his current perception. 

Compete or Die

In this quick hit episode, called Compete or Die, Jon discusses the competitive side of business and what it really means when someone says "I don't have any competition."

Drop The Hammer - Just Ask Featuring Alisa Paramore

Just Ask.  Today, Alisa Paramore, Jon's wife and business partner, joins Drop The Hammer to rapid fire 4 random questions to Jon. 

Drop The Hammer - Just Ask Featuring Alisa Paramore

Just Ask.  Today, Alisa Paramore, Jon's wife and business partner, joins Drop The Hammer to rapid fire 4 random questions to Jon. 

Drop The Hammer - The New Beginning

In this episode, Jon goes over what is coming and why he decided this podcast was designed. Get ready for some exciting things to come as he (and guests) get DEEP into business, mindset, current events, and much more. Welcome to Episode 1 of Drop The Hammer. 

This is the End.

GTW - This is the End

The Reason Your Company Won't Grow

GTW - The Reason Your Company Won't Grow

Harder Than it Has to Be

GTW - Harder Than it Has to Be

Real & Raw with Tony Whatley

GTW - Real & Raw with Tony Whatley

It's just a Story

GTW - It's just a Story

You are Not Alone

GTW - You are Not Alone

The IT Factor

GTW - The IT Factor

Never Settle

GTW - Never Settle

Where'd all the Great People Go?

GTW - Where'd all the Great People Go?

Protecting your Space

Offense vs. Defense

Winners Win & Losers Lose

Q&A w/ Dave Hurt

Part 2.  Jon and Dave's conversation was so powerful we decided to record a very special episode where they take YOUR QUESTIONS and read them for the very first time and answer them live on the air.  Take a listen to some powerful off the cuff answers to some of your most hard hitting questions.

Uncancel Your Culture

Are you struggling with finding people who match your culture?  Welcome to the club.   This week Jon and special guest Dave Hurt discuss in length and in detail how bringing the wrong team members into your business can cancel out everything positive you've put forth to gain traction in today's modern business culture.  It's so difficult to find the perfect fit, and it seems like whenever you think you've found someone the rug gets pulled out from under you.  But you're not alone.   Th...

Slow Down to Go Fast

Burnout.  It's not just something cool to do with your car.  It's a huge problem with modern entrepreneurs.  In this episode, Jon talks about his experiences and how he's avoided burnout.   One of the most important tricks to avoiding burnout is understanding where you're top gear is.  Sometimes the best way to avoid burnout is by slowing down.  Jon discusses in this episode how simply understanding your maximum speed and being able to pull back allows you to go further faster.  Take a li...

Unapologetically You

Don't listen to anyone but yourself...and Jon.  On this episode of the Go To War Podcast XL, Jon talks about how to find your true self and how to live your best life, in and out of business.   As entrepreneurs, you have a lot of bullshit being thrown your way, and sometimes it muddles the waters.  But by being true to business, by being true to your family, and most of all being true to yourself, you can find the whole f*cking truth that will help you break free from the daily grind keep...

Polishing a Turd

Stop wincing at the idea of signing a paycheck to an employee that HAS NOT EARNED IT... A lot of business owners are having issues hiring great people, and allowing great people on their ship. As a business owner you have to understand who is ready to work for you and those who are working for just another paycheck... You have to clean house to be able to function or else you will alter your culture to the weakest link.  If you hang around with shit, you are going to get shit on you.  List...

State Of The Onion

You've heard of the State of the Union... Now get ready for State Of The ONION as Jon Paramore and Adam Smith lay out everything that STINKS of corruption and lies. Are you ready to stand for what you believe in and protect what's yours, or will you continue believing in a system that continues to decay.  Listen along to learn some life and business skills that will keep you self reliant and ready for anything! 

The Excuse Tax

What's the largest deficiency that you have in your life right now? What is the direct action step that you can take to eliminate whatever that deficiency is? When you are clear about your solution and you don't take action on it, that excuse has tax. Jon flies solo for the last week before co-host, Adam Smith, returns and discusses the taxes that come along making excuses for yourself. Learn how to alleviate your life's biggest deficiencies and STOP the spread of your neglagence.

The 2 X 4 Method

In today's episode Jon Paramore breaks down a new way to focus on your growth. Your life AND business will benefit from the new perspective provided by the 2 X 4 Method! 

Get Off My Boat!

Have you ever felt like you're just not making any progress? Maybe its time to take at the people you surround yourself with.  In today's episode Jon Paramore and Adam Smith get into how to tell if the people in your life and business are moving you forward.  If you're surrounded by people who are holding you back there's only one thing to tell them... GET OFF MY BOAT! 

Be Right or Get It Right

What kind of leader are you? Would you do anything to protect your reputation and preserve how your team views you? Are you brave enough to put your pride aside and GET IT RIGHT with the help of those around you?  Listen along as Jon and Adam talk about what it means to be an effective leader and a humble man in today's society that focuses on appearances. 

Mastery or Masturbation

Are you working HARD or working SMART? Jon Paramore and Adam Smith cover how to actually make progress instead of just making yourself feel good.  Be the LEADER you were always meant to be and let your actions speak for you!

The Darkness Part 3

How are you fighting for your targets? Are you fighting harder... or smarter? There are so many voices in society today telling us what to fight for and how, but being the best version of yourself demands you find something that YOU believe in.  Listen as Jon and Adam discuss how to use your time to grow your fight and tap into the darkness that can drive you to be greater. 

The Darkness Part 2

Jon Paramore and Adam Smith are back! Can you "discover your purpose" or has it been with you all along? STOP trying to be what you think other people want and become YOURSELF again! Listen as Jon and Adam discuss the excuses and distractions that keep most from reaching their true potential. Rise above and reconnect with your WHY.

The Darkness

The Good Ol' Boys are back bringing you the wisdom of experience with the bluntness of their "salty language".  Jon Paramore and Adam Smith dive into masculinity, identity, and aggression to uncover the power inside of all of us. How do you ensure that your emotions are building instead of destroying your life?   Listen along to discover how fear may be running your life in more ways than you think. 

The End... For Now

All good things must come to an end. Jon gives his final advice for those looking to level up in their business AND their life.  Everything from how to deal with those who can't take responsibility to how to push your limits and grow in ways you never knew possible, this episode takes the best of 20 years of entrepreneurship. 

Inventory Check

Setting your targets is just the beginning. How can you know you progress without taking the time to check in with yourself? This is where the inventory check comes into play. After a long quarter of pushing for your targets, its time to look at yourself and decide what it is you really want. Did you achieve your goals? If not, do they really matter to you?  The power of knowing yourself cannot be understated, and the Inventory Check is a crucial tool to give clarity on your growth. 

Miserable vs Fulfilled

Wanting to live a fulfilling life is a no-brainer! Do you have what it takes to drop the habits and choices that are bringing misery to your day to day? Every one of us has a choice when presented with an unexpected challenge. We can either ignore it and say it's "not that bad" while it gets worse and worse, OR we can step up and take care of what needs to be done.  Get your mind right with this eye opening episode and let go of procrastination that makes you miserable!

Speak Up! What Do You Stand For

This country is facing an epidemic, but NOT the one you think! The vast majority of people today live their lives standing for NOTHING and buying EVERYTHING. We have lost our belief in the power of one voice speaking truth and inspiring others to do the same.  Daily life is filled with influencers, advertisements, and social media, all trying to push an agenda and belief system. It's time to reconect to who YOU are, not who society thinks you should be.  Don't get lost in the sea of voic...