Drop The Hammer

Entrepreneur Jon Paramore, along with some incredible guests, teaches the art and mindset of what it TRULY means to become the very best version of who you are in ALL areas of life. In this podcast you will hear about hard life lessons and how they were overcome, the mastery of the mind, what it takes to build a powerful business that impacts others, and discussions on real life issues people are facing and what to do about them. The Drop The Hammer Podcast is also the home of the former GTW podcast which offered 100 episodes of Going To War with the old version of you.

The Mountain Part 3: Crest Level 04/11/2024

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. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/30780278

The Mountain Part 2: Base Level 03/14/2024

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. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/30371108

The Mountain 03/06/2024

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. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/30232488

Busy vs Productive 02/14/2024

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! /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/29953088

The Great Divide 01/31/2024

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. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/29732173

Drop The Hammer - Jon and Brandon J - From Mess to Millions - A TRUE Comeback Story 12/06/2023

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. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/28950503

Vision. Plan. Do. 11/29/2023

Vision. Plan. Do. In this quick hit episode, called Vision. Plan. Do., Jon discusses keep planning to short increments based on his current perception. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/28835173

Drop The Hammer - Just Ask Featuring Alisa Paramore 11/22/2023

Drop The Hammer - Just Ask Featuring Alisa Paramore Today, Alisa Paramore, Jon's wife and business partner, joins Drop The Hammer to rapid fire 4 random questins to Jon. Topics including four sales buckets, referral partners, and fake coaches. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/28757723

Compete or Die 11/16/2023

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." /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/28679183

Drop The Hammer - Just Ask Featuring Alisa Paramore 11/08/2023

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. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/28551050

Drop The Hammer - The New Beginning 10/25/2023

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. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/28413287

GTW - This is the End 03/14/2023

GTW - This is the End /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/26225961

GTW - The Reason Your Company Won't Grow 02/28/2023

GTW - The Reason Your Company Won't Grow /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/26078292

GTW - Harder Than it Has to Be 02/07/2023

GTW - Harder Than it Has to Be /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/25856085

GTW - Real & Raw with Tony Whatley 01/24/2023

GTW - Real & Raw with Tony Whatley /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/25710321

GTW - It's just a Story 01/17/2023

GTW - It's just a Story /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/25628193

GTW - You are Not Alone 01/11/2023

GTW - You are Not Alone /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/25575030

GTW - The IT Factor 01/03/2023

GTW - The IT Factor /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/25490808

GTW - Never Settle 12/27/2022

GTW - Never Settle /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/25437432

GTW - Where'd all the Great People Go? 12/21/2022

GTW - Where'd all the Great People Go? /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/25391889

Protecting your Space 12/13/2022

Protecting your Space /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/25299339

Offense vs. Defense 12/06/2022

Offense vs. Defense /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/25236492

Winners Win & Losers Lose 11/11/2022

Winners Win & Losers Lose /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/24983634

Q&A w/ Dave Hurt 10/04/2022

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. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/24571131

Uncancel Your Culture 09/22/2022

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. This episode is a deep dive into how to solve this problem before it EVER EVEN PRESENTS ITSELF. Listen in as Dave and Jon share their tricks to finding the right people that match your companies values and culture. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/24461211

Slow Down to Go Fast 09/06/2022

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 listen, and Go To War. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/24288483

Unapologetically You 08/30/2022

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 keeping you from being all you can be. Listen as Jon guides you down the path, to be UNAPOLOGEITCALLY YOU. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/24212196

Polishing a Turd 08/23/2022

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. Listen as Jon guides you on the journey of shaping up your employees and being able to determine which employees are worth investing in and which employees are TURDS. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/24135642

State Of The Onion 08/16/2022

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! /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/24062796

The Excuse Tax 08/09/2022

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. /episode/index/show/thesmashco/id/24000714

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