Episodes

In this episode Scott Becker discusses why it is important for companies to have their customers have a reason to need them.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses Party City filing for bankruptcy.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses how Microsoft is the latest mega firm posed to announce layoffs.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses United Airlines and American expecting great profits in 2023.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses: The markets were mixed yesterday with the Nasdaq slightly up and the S&P 500 and Dow slightly down. Futures point up early this AM. Bitcoin continues to rise as its back at $21,000. Oil is rising again and is up to $82 a barrel. Cannabis is recovering from an awful fourth quarter and last year. The 10 year opens flat at 3.53%. The 1 year treasury has dipped to 4.67%. Goldman Sachs stock dropped nearly 7% yesterday as it missed Q4 earnings forecasts...

In this episode, Scott highlights the exemplary leadership of Michellene Davis, President & CEO, National Medical Fellowships, Inc.

In this episode, Scott discusses the importance of partnerships in business, sports, and in life.

In this episode Scott Becker compares government debt to poorly managed individual credit card debt.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses the BlackRock vs Goldman debate over the 60/40 portfolio. BlackRock with $8.6 trillion under management says it’s outdated. Goldman still says it’s a valid building block for portfolios.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses 3 different perspectives on government debt.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses: The markets are closed today in honor of legendary civil rights leader and advocate Martin Luther King and MLK day. In healthcare today’s shout out of the day goes to the remarkable Michellene Davis, Esq., who leads National Medical Fellowships and who is a fierce advocate for health equity. The markets had a great day Friday and for the week last week. Increasingly different perspectives on the national debt debt in DC. Janet Yellen says raise the debt...

This webinar, recorded on 1-12-23 discussed the outlook for the private equity deal market in 2023. More or less deals, multiples and more. The webinar featured: Rick Kes, Health Care Partner at RSM US LLP Hector M. Torres, Managing Director, Healthcare Investment Banking at DC Advisory Moderated by Scott Becker, Partner at McGuireWoods, Publisher at Beckers Healthcare, Board Member, Author

BlackRock saw profits and revenues drop in the 4th quarter. But their all-important AUM, or assets under management, grew back to $8.6 trillion. That’s the most important leading indicator for an asset management firm.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses customer or product fit based on conversations with Sanjeev Agrawal. Sanjeev essentially asks “do customers need this to solve a problem?” vs “do they want it?” or “is it nice to have?”.

In this episode Scott discusses Porsche going in the right direction vs VW going in the wrong direction.

In this episode Scott Becker discuisses when is the right time to abandon a project, goal, or company. Based on his recent conversation with Elizabeth Hutson, the four key choices are: Stay the course Make changes Double down Abandon

In this episode Scott Becker discusses: Futures point down today after several great days in the market. Porsche had a record year. The CPI was down to 6.5% and provided a boost to the market. Core inflation down further. Oil at nearly $80. Bitcoin near $19,000. The ten year near 3.44. Cannabis stocks still struggling overall. And more!

In this episode Scott Becker discusses: Inflation still at 6.5 percent but not red hot as it was. Bob Iger under fire already from activist investors at Disney. Tesla is up 446 percent over the last 5 years and down 65 percent over the last 52 weeks Thrilled to have Mark Cuban Martha Stewart Larry Bird and Magic Johnson speaking at the Becker’s Healthcare Annual Meeting in April. So thankful to see the Becker’s Healthcare podcast in the top 15 to 20 business news podcasts. The car shortage...

In this episode, Scott shouts out Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve of the United States.

In this episode, Scott shouts out Nelson Peltz, American Billionaire, Businessman, and Investor.

This episode features Liz Hutson, Principal Consultant, Owner at EGH, LLC. Here, she discusses goal attainment going into the new year.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses the current situation with Elon Musk, Twitter, and Tesla. Tesla is up 446 percent over the last 5 years and down 65 percent over the last 52 weeks. As Elon Musk stops selling shares and settles in at Twitter etc, will the stock continue to upswing as it has this year?

In this episode Scott Becker discusses CPI, core inflation rate, The Fed raising rates, and the current state of inflation in the US.

In this episode, Scott shares 12 rules to live by in golf, skiing, & racquet sports.