Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast

Scott Becker

Discussions about private equity and business with Scott Becker

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Yesterday · 15 min
Sports, Strategy, and the Value of Underdogs with David Pivnick of McGuireWoods LLP 8-1-26
In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, explores what business leaders can learn from winning cultures, smart team building, and why lower-payroll teams often outperform expectations.
Yesterday · 2 hr 48 min
The CEO Summit (Virtual): 5 Panels with 14 CEOs 8-1-26
In this webinar-turned-podcast, Scott Becker speaks with 14 CEOs on different subjects including “How CEOs Win”, “Building Great Businesses”, “The New CEO Agenda”, and “From Momentum to Scale”.
Friday · 2 min
Volatility: Apple, Amazon, & Microsoft 7-31-26
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Microsoft’s surge, Amazon’s earnings-driven rally, and Apple’s sharp pullback.
Friday · 6 min
6 Lessons Learned From Launching a Bestselling Book 7-31-26
In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the biggest lessons from launching Building Great Businesses.
Thursday · 3 min
5 Miscellaneous Notes for Today 7-30-26
In this episode, Scott Becker shares takeaways from two influential books, reflects on leadership and productivity.
Wednesday · 1 min
The Magnificent Seven: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly 7-29-26
In this episode, Scott Becker reviews the year to date performance of the Magnificent Seven, highlighting Apple and NVIDIA’s gains, Tesla and Microsoft’s declines, and why he continues to favor index fund investing.
Tuesday · 1 min
Oracle, Intel, Tesla, & Google 7-28-26
In this episode, Scott Becker reviews a difficult week for Oracle, Intel, Tesla, and Google.
Tuesday · 28 min
Building Wealth Strategies for Physicians and Entrepreneurs with Eric Mangold of Argosy Wealth Management 7-28-26
In this episode, Eric Mangold, CWS, Founder of Argosy Wealth Management, shares how he built a specialized wealth management firm focused on physicians, common financial planning mistakes, investment strategies, and the importance of protecting and growing wealth over time.
Monday · 2 min
The 10-Minute Coffee Order & the End of Etiquette in America 7-27-26
In this episode, Scott Becker shares a story about a lengthy coffee shop order to reflect on the importance of self-awareness.
July 25 · 2 min
Never Perfect, Always Trying, & It’s Okay 7-25-26
In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the value of striving for excellence while accepting that mistakes and setbacks are part of the journey.
July 24 · 2 min
Overachievers vs. Dependable Performers vs. Those Who Slide By 7-24-26
In this episode, Scott Becker explores the three types of employees and why organizations succeed by valuing both overachievers and dependable team members while addressing underperformance.
July 23 · 2 min
Tesla, Alphabet, & the Markets Get Crushed 7-23-26
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Tesla’s earnings miss, Alphabet’s AI spending, and the tech selloff hurting the markets.
July 23 · 1 min
5 Cups of Coffee a Day 7-23-26
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses new findings from the American Heart Association suggesting that drinking up to five cups of coffee a day may support heart health and reduce stroke risk.
July 22 · 2 min
2 Great Golf Courses, Imposter Syndrome, & I Don’t Belong 7-22-26
In this episode, Scott Becker shares stories from playing two renowned golf courses and reflects on imposter syndrome, gratitude, and the humbling nature of the game.
July 21 · 7 min
How to Run an Effective Tech Transfer with Liz Hutson of EGH, LLC 7-21-26
In this episode, Liz Hutson, Principal Consultant, Owner at EGH, LLC, explains the “SMSO” methodology for managing technology transfers during mergers and acquisitions.
July 21 · 3 min
Peter Lynch, Fidelity, Netflix, Starbucks, & More 7-21-26
In this episode, Scott Becker explores Peter Lynch’s investment philosophy and how consumer experiences with brands like Starbucks, Netflix, and Peloton can offer valuable investing insights.
July 20 · 2 min
First to Worst: The Magnificent Seven YTD 7-20-26
In this episode, Scott Becker ranks the Magnificent Seven stocks by year-to-date performance, highlighting Apple’s surprising lead, strong gains from Alphabet, NVIDIA, and Amazon, and steep declines for Microsoft, Tesla, and Meta.
July 20 · 19 min
20 Key Business & Leadership Concepts 7-20-26
In this episode, Scott Becker shares 20 practical lessons on building successful businesses for CEOs, founders, and leaders.
July 19 · 1 min
Oracle, Larry Ellison, & Taxing Unrealized Gains 7-19-26
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Larry Ellison’s fluctuating net worth, Oracle’s recent struggles, and the debate over taxing unrealized gains.
July 18 · 3 min
Netflix is Tanking 7-18-26
In this episode, Scott Becker examines Netflix’s recent decline and what makes streaming services indispensable to consumers.

Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast

Sports, Strategy, and the Value of Underdogs with David Pivnick of McGuireWoods LLP 8-1-26

The CEO Summit (Virtual): 5 Panels with 14 CEOs 8-1-26

Volatility: Apple, Amazon, & Microsoft 7-31-26

6 Lessons Learned From Launching a Bestselling Book 7-31-26

5 Miscellaneous Notes for Today 7-30-26

The Magnificent Seven: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly 7-29-26

Oracle, Intel, Tesla, & Google 7-28-26

Building Wealth Strategies for Physicians and Entrepreneurs with Eric Mangold of Argosy Wealth Management 7-28-26

The 10-Minute Coffee Order & the End of Etiquette in America 7-27-26

Never Perfect, Always Trying, & It’s Okay 7-25-26

Overachievers vs. Dependable Performers vs. Those Who Slide By 7-24-26

Tesla, Alphabet, & the Markets Get Crushed 7-23-26

5 Cups of Coffee a Day 7-23-26

2 Great Golf Courses, Imposter Syndrome, & I Don’t Belong 7-22-26

How to Run an Effective Tech Transfer with Liz Hutson of EGH, LLC 7-21-26

Peter Lynch, Fidelity, Netflix, Starbucks, & More 7-21-26

First to Worst: The Magnificent Seven YTD 7-20-26

20 Key Business & Leadership Concepts 7-20-26

Oracle, Larry Ellison, & Taxing Unrealized Gains 7-19-26

Netflix is Tanking 7-18-26