The Jim Becker Blog
Thoughts on Leadership, Mindset, Being, and More
My Blog Posts
5 Steps to Develop In-House Leadership
Most, if not all, companies say they want to promote from within. But few actually invest in a real process to make it happen. Great leadership doesn’t come from a title or a job posting. It’s built through guidance, trust, and experience. If you’re looking
Using Motivation to Inspire Teams, Customers, and Yourself
Have you ever wondered why some people seem unstoppable while others lose steam quickly? Whether you are leading a team, building a brand, or managing customer relationships, motivation is at the heart of performance. Yet most leaders treat it as a one-size-fits-all concept. The truth
Breaking Free from Learned Helplessness: Reignite Belief, Reclaim Control
What Happens When We Stop Believing Our Actions Matter? People will fail at a project, watch an idea get rejected, or live through months of pressure with no results, and slowly start believing the lie that nothing they do makes a difference. That’s learned helplessness.
The Power of Stillness in a Noisy World: Why ‘Being’ is a Business Strategy
In today’s world, where noise is constant and movement feels mandatory, the power of stillness is often overlooked. We live in a culture that celebrates hustle, quick wins, and non-stop motion. If you’re not busy, people assume you’re falling behind. But I’ve come to believe
Process Optimization Starts and Ends with Leadership
You can’t buy your way to better business processes. Many companies spend millions on software, automation tools, and outside consultants hoping to boost efficiency. The logic seems simple: better tools should lead to better processes, right? But here’s the hard truth, even the best technology
Building Habits and Discipline Long-Term Success
Discipline and habit building isn’t optional. It’s essential. Leaders don’t rise to the top by accident. They get there through daily habits that support long-term results. If you want to scale a business, lead a high-performing team, or achieve personal excellence, you must learn how
What I Have Learned from Running a Business for 28 Years
I started Becker Logistics in 1997 with nothing more than an idea, strong drive, and landline phone. There was no instruction manual. I didn’t have funding or a polished business plan. What I had was a strong work ethic, a belief in the logistics industry,
Learning How to Learn
If you’re serious about improving yourself, your operations, or your business, then mastering the ability to learn effectively isn’t optional, it’s foundational. We live in a high-velocity world where knowledge becomes outdated fast. Strategies evolve, tools change, and entire industries pivot. Those who can learn,
Be First. Be Bold. Be Decisive – The Small Shift That Changes Everything
“You don’t get what you want, you get who you are.” That quote hits like a hammer when you really let it sink in. Every result you get in life or business can be traced back to one thing: who you’re being. It’s not about
What I Wish I Knew Before Scaling My Business
Scaling my business was, and continues to be, one of the most exciting and overwhelming times of my career. There have been many lessons learned, mistakes made, and the occasional bout of luck that has helped me bring Becker Logistics to where it is today.