Podcasts about Change

Vous devez prendre une décision importante, mais… impossible de trancher ?Vous pesez le pour, le contre, vous tournez en boucle, et plus le temps passe, plus vous vous sentez bloquée, paralysée, avec la frustration de ne pas avancer.Dans cet épisode, on explore la vraie raison pour laquelle vous n'arrivez pas à choisir, et pourquoi ce n'est pas un problème de volonté ou de courage.Vous découvrirez :ce que votre difficulté à choisir révèle de votre relation à vous-mêmepourquoi vous vous sentez “paralysée”comment distinguer les peurs logistiques des peurs émotionnelleset surtout, comment sortir de l'indécision pour pouvoir avancer, sans vous trahirCet épisode vous aidera à retrouver confiance dans votre capacité à décider, avec clarté et ancrage.

Revamping your financials is as easy as … Kiera shows off her savvy financial skills by sharing what it takes to know what's being spent in your practice. Her spreadsheet tips will answer such questions as: What can be cut? How can you make sure your overhead is in check? What do you need to produce? And much more. Want a sample spreadsheet to get started? Email hello@thedentalateam.com.  Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: Kiera Dent (00:00) Hello, Dental A Team listeners, this is Kiera and I hope you're just having an amazing day. Like a great, great, great, incredible day. ⁓ just, today's topic is one that makes me excited and it's so dry and boring, ⁓ but I love it. And I'm like, that's probably a buzzkill for the podcast, but you know me, one of my core values is fun. And Dana, shout out to Dana, DanyDane over there.   ⁓ She gave me one of the best compliments. We do a thing on Wednesdays called core value shout out in our company. And I will tell you if you do not have this in your company, I would strongly advise you do this. What we do is every single Wednesday, our company goes and our whole team says that this is our favorite. You guys, we have gone from a very small team to a much larger team and we still do this. So just know small teams, big teams, it is doable and it is very   relevant and very essential. And I think it just goes so well. I am okay to take a little bit longer on this morning huddle because of how good it is. so core value shout out is where we just randomly will pick somebody and then it's popcorn after that. So they'll choose the next person. So for example, we would start and I would say, okay, Shelbi starting today and everybody chooses somebody on the team and they highlight them for a core value and it has to be a core value. It has to be something specific. And so Dana gave me one of the greatest compliments.   She said, Kiera, she said she wanted to give me the core value of fun, because fun is really one of our core values. And she said, I want to give it to you for fun, because she said a lot of times topics that are so hard ⁓ or things that people wouldn't necessarily find fun. She said, you just know how to sprinkle the fun and the confetti and the glitter and make things that are hard or something that teens wouldn't want to do or doctors wouldn't want to do.   you make them really fun. And honestly, that has stuck with me. It is a few days later since she gave me that compliment and I'm still remembering it. So not only is core value shout out day amazing, it also helps you just enjoy and to have like, to be happier. ⁓ It also infuses core values into your company. And I'm excited and grateful that I'm able to bring fun things to the podcast, a dry topic. I hope I've teed this up enough to where you're excited about it.   But this is, think, the discipline side of business of owning a dental practice that you need to do. And this is really, think, for office managers or billers and doctors. And this is something that I think will give you so much confidence. it came actually from our doctor mastermind. We have ⁓ a private doctor only mastermind that we run every single month. It's a virtual one. And then we do an in-person one ⁓ that's more for doctor and leadership teams. But our monthly one, call it Think Tank, and it's on the first Tuesday of every month. And a doctor was saying, she's like,   I just don't know where to cut. I said, send me your PNL and tips like, and she's going to want your credit card statement and she's going to want all your stuff. And while yes, I am obsessive on this. have helped family members. I've helped offices. I've helped myself. something that I will like toot my own horn on it. I actually think I'm very talented with money, with saving, with figuring out solutions and helping people understand where you can cut. This podcast also came about because this morning on my, ⁓ Shelbi Britt and I were meeting and we were literally going through.   our finances to see where could we maybe squeeze the tube of toothpaste a little bit more, where could we maybe change a few things. And I think that that's just so relevant and so helpful. And so this is something I do in my day in day out life. It's something that I think for you to go from chaos and lack of financial clarity to confidence is something that I really want to just bring to the table today on the podcast. If you're new to Dental A team, welcome. We are obsessed about helping you have your best life and ⁓ doing it in a fun, easy way through dentistry. And so   helping you with our yes model. So you as a person getting your life, your vision, all of that in place, then moving into earnings. So ⁓ financially, that's the piece today. And then using those financial pieces. So your analytics, your PNL, your overhead to also help us figure out what systems and team development need to go into place to make sure you have this thriving practice. Because honestly, I believe that being successful, being a successful dental practice does not have to be hard and it can actually be easy. So that's what we're here for today. ⁓ With that.   So today it's going to be like, how do you actually like figure out your costs? So I did this a long time ago and then I like met a lot of really smart financial people. I'm not a financial advisor. I will throw that out there. So just make sure you talk to them and you have your, ⁓ like you chat with them of what's best for your state, but I will teach you how I do it. This is annoying. It's a little cumbersome, but people love to hear like, how do you actually do this? I'm always like, how do people get like jacked? Like how do they work out? Like.   me like what time do you work out like what do you do for your nutrition and just so I understand the full landscape and then I'm going to pick and choose of what's going to work well for me that I'll actually implement so hopefully that will be effective for you today as well.   So this is what we do. I have a spreadsheet that I have for monthly costs. We do this with all of our clients too. So if you're like, this feels too hard, don't worry, join the Dental A Team. We'll help you get it put together. So we have a monthly cost. And what I do is on the monthly costs, and this is probably my most visited spreadsheet of my entire company. And I'm super excited because we're bringing in another team member who does financial.   Forecasting and has a whole background in finance. So my method might get revamped to 2.0 and there's always another layer. But what I have is I have on our monthly costs, I have all the salaries and all of the pay. Now for offices, I do include doctor pay. Again, I'm not a CPA and I do believe that doctors should be paid. So I put in either your W-2 salary and or your doctor compensation of 30%. Now I do lose numbers. So our consultants are paid very similar to how doctors are paid.   ⁓ And so you can get a general idea. So mine are general ideas. It's not my highest month. It's not my lowest month. It's the average is what I've selected to do for these costs. So again, this spreadsheet will not be absolutely perfect, but I think it's a really great tool to figure out what can I cut? How can I make sure my overheads in check? What do I need to produce? How do I basically figure out my BAM, my bare ACE minimum in a company? And so that's what we're gonna be looking at. So with that, I first list all the salaries and...   I want everything in there. And then what I have is a current. So I'm gonna have a current and then I'm also going to have like a future. So for example, if you're planning to hire somebody, but they're not hired yet, that's something that you're going to wanna know, what is my cost now? And what is going to be the future cost? Because those two things are actually different numbers. And so for me, it's really helpful so that I can look at you guys honestly.   When I started this, had like three team members and now we have tons of team members on there and outsource people and virtual assistants. And ⁓ the list just gets bigger and bigger and bigger. I can go back and I can look at things that we've done before. And so mine's on Google Sheets. And again, we've built one of these and I'm even happy to share, reach out, Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. But this is something, so I go through all the salaries. And then for me, ⁓ if you do health insurance or you do a health stipend or whatever it is, you add that in.   as well, but then what I do, and again, talk to your CPA, see what your payroll tax are. For me, I just estimate 10%. I always like to air higher. So you will notice in all of my projections and everything I do, I'm going to always air higher than it actually is rather than lower. And so just looking at that, just so you know, that's how I do. So my CPA told me 10%, we have business in four different states. I think we're actually up to five now.   So I estimate high, no matter what state they're in, I just do a 10%. So I'll do my total salaries of the month, an estimated 10 % payroll. And then I've got that in there, my total payroll. Then we have our health stipends or health insurance, our 401k costs in there, how much it costs me per user, what the 4 % is. I actually go grab people's salaries and their bonuses, put it in there. So I have a pretty good idea. Then what I do is I check every single month to see based what I have here, is that close?   to what I'm actually paying or is it not? I know some of you might be like, well, here, I just get it from my CPA, I get a P &L. I agree, but this is a good checks and balance between my CPA and myself. And also when I'm trying to project and forecast, can I add people in? How much is this gonna have? Where can I cut? If I can see it all line itemed out, it's actually for me at least much easier for me to see what are all my costs and where can I squeeze the tube of toothpaste to get a little bit more ⁓ toothpaste out of that tube or a little more juice out of the lemon.   So that's what I have. And then what I have down below is like outsource. So if you've got VAs or you've got ⁓ different people that are contractors or things like that, I have that in there and that one EBS and flows mostly that hangs in my marketing department. That's where I have a lot of those. And then also VAs and EAs that'll be in there that are virtual assistants that are through other companies. So they're not running on my payroll, but they are down there. Like I have some consultants on there. I've got some coaches on there that will be in that section for me. But those again are not up in that payroll section because I'm not paying that.   payroll tax on them and I'm also not 401k on them, but that helps me see how much am I paying in outsourced resources to see should I cut that, should I keep that, how much do I have on the top, is my payroll heavy. You also can break this down by department. So you can see how much am I paying in my hygiene department, are they offsetting, how much am I paying my doctor department, my front office department, all those different departments. If you want to get even more granular, you can. And then below that, I have all of the office expenses and this is something really great.   This year Britt she ⁓ 2.0'd us and she put in their end of year expenses because there's a lot of things that I just pay at the end of the year that are annual subscriptions that will save money on but the reality is I should probably be saving that money throughout the year, right? Because every single month there would be an expense allocated if I didn't pay it annually. So we should be adding that in so we're saving for that. We're preparing for that for the end of the year. We have different things in there. So like all of our subscriptions that we have you might have Netflix, you might have Audible, you might have   Canva for marketing, ⁓ ChatGPT if you're paying for those subscriptions, anything. And I'm constantly updating this like as you hear ChatGPT and how many do we have for that? ⁓ We use our project management software is on there. I also know that every single month I have a budget allotted for employee gifts and anniversaries. And so we have an allotment of how much we spend. I do double check this, but I try to break it down. Also I have in there my merchant fees and how much my merchant fees are on average.   ⁓ And I literally list everything out. So whether it's personal, because like Audible and my phone, I do have those on there. Those are personal things for me that do run through the business, but there's still business expenses that will need to be on there. ⁓ And then we've got our bookkeeping and our accounting or CPA, our lawyers, all of that in there. If you have vehicles that your CPA said is okay for you to run through, all of that, your rent, your mortgage, your supplies, your internet, all of that in there.   to where at the bottom of this list, you can get a complete grand total for the month. And what's really awesome about that, you can actually break it apart so you can have doctors where they're not in there. This then tells you basically your BAM, your bear ace minimum. And then what we can do from there is we can figure out what you need to produce to be able to hit. So hopefully all that was like not too much. just rattle, I'm like literally looking at my spreadsheet as I'm telling you this, all of that. Then below that, we're gonna wanna also add in debt services because debt services are also going to hit your cashflow side of it.   So when you have these two tools together, then you can figure out what's bam, my bare ace minimum, what's my overhead and then what can I cut and then what do I need to produce? Then we can figure out what we need to produce with block schedules. There's like a whole other zone, but back to the client's question. She said, I don't even know what to cut. So today me and our leadership team, we were going through this and we literally looked to see, okay, what's on our office expenses? And I know this sounds so dumb and so like trite.   but I think it's the discipline of knowing how to do this because you better believe when I'm looking at my monthly expenses, which are outlandish and they're very high. When I look at this, saving 40 bucks a month is not like, it's truly a literal spit in the bucket. But when I think about it, it's $40 here, it's $20 there. It's just like your credit card statement at the end of the month. I'm always shocked at how much is on there and it's $20 on Amazon here, $30 over here.   $20 there and all those $20, $30 purchases add up to multiple thousands of dollars every single month. So when we look at this, I look at every single office expense and I'm like, okay, is Adobe something that we need? And this was actually a catch that we had. I was like, we're paying $65 a month for Adobe. Do we still need the entire suite? The answer is no, we don't. We only need it for a small thing. And then we started thinking like, softwares are evolving. So we're like, does G Suite ⁓ actually cover that? Or...   does another one of our subscriptions cover it? Because so many times our subscriptions that we're paying are like duplicates of something else. G Suite has expanded and I'm like, do we still need to use boomerang? I use boomerang all the time. I love boomerang so much, but I'm like, has G Suite evolved to where they have something comparable to it that we could cut the boomerang is 120 bucks a month for us. And Shelbi was like, wait, not all of our team members, like our marketing team does not use boomerang. They're not doing client facing emails. They rarely are in their inbox. They're in Slack all the time.   she's like, what if we reduce the number of people on boomerang that would actually cut our costs down. So again, it's this like fine tuning revolving through it looking, do we need this? Could we reduce this? Do we need to, are all the people that were still on there, do we still need to pay for all those people? Could we change it to this? Are we still gonna be here for that? And you go through and you literally ask, is this a want, a need, or is there a better way that we could spend our money on this? And again, I know it sounds so dumb. Like this, this is not fun.   This is not something that I'm excited to share with you on a podcast, but I'm so excited because the discipline of doing this, the doctor, the reason it came up is because she wants to sign up for AI, ⁓ Pearl or Overjet. Back and forth, we talked about it at length of which one's better. This is why I love our Dr. Mastermind. And it's about $130 a month. And she just like, I'm so sick of these subscriptions. And I'm like, well, go get rid of Netflix or go get rid of one of these things or don't have all the beverages in the   in the refrigerator, maybe just choose one of them. Like there's so many things like, but this is where you look at your list because you have your entire list in front of you. And my office expenses right now, and this is where I look at my credit card. I look at every single thing on there. Right now we have 39 different things that we pay for of monthly subscriptions or annual subscriptions, different things. It's got our insurance policies on there. And then what I can do is I can come in and assess and say, okay, of all these high expenses, like if I need to cut expenses very quickly,   I could look to see, all right, my highest hitters are XYZ. This one's $500, this one's $1,000. Do I still need these? Are we still using them? Is there a cheaper competitor that I could switch to? Where am I at? And all these things. What I love about this is it helps you just look to see where your money's going because at the bottom it has a grand total. And then what's nice is I then can look to see, is this grand total what my CPA is telling me I'm spending every single month? Do they line up?   And if not, where's the discrepancy and where is it? I also can look at future things. if I'm going to be increasing or I'm going to be adding team members or we're going to be looking to add say another subscription or another piece, what is that going to change my monthly amount? And am I okay on my production and collection side to be able to afford it? So many people are like, I talked to my CPA to see if I can afford it. And I want to just say that yes, it's great to have a CPA there. It's also better to know instead of being like a parent child.   if you can spend it. I want my CPA to give me my books, my reconciliation. I want them to talk to me about my tax strategy, but I don't want them to be the ones telling me, can I afford something or can I not? I wanna go to them and say, I know I can afford this. This is what I think. Do you think it's a good idea? Then I'm counseling with them rather than being told. And this goes for all of my executive board. I want to know as much as I possibly can. So that way when I show up, like even financial advisors, even my...   My lawyers, like I do a lot of research before I go into those because I don't want to just blindly follow. I want to actively participate. So we're making the best decisions. I believe they're all in the best interest. I don't believe my CPA telling me to do something or not to do something is the end all be all. I feel like we are great at counseling together. They give me their opinion. I know the numbers. They know the numbers. We know where the business is going. And then my job is to make the best decision for the business and for myself.   So this is where I just really obsessed because right now I'm looking and I'm like, wow, what I'm currently paying based on bringing in some new hires, we're gonna do a $30,000 increase. And I look at that I wonder, is that wise? Is that what I wanna do? Is that what we as a business wanna do? Is that smart for the business? Or is it something like, then I get to sit here and I get to innovate and we get to think of like, what other ideas could we do? That's why I went down the list, because I wanna hire some more people. It's a little premature for these hires.   So I was like, okay, let's go back to the list. Let's look at the list. Like where could I like cut some costs to see, could I free up any cash in other areas or do we need to make different decisions? Or is it like, I need to put a pause on hiring that person for a little while until the business gets to X amount and then we can bring on those different hires. So when you look at this, that's how I do it. I use this spreadsheet. I'm not kidding. I I hold, I can tell you exactly because what's great on Google Sheets is they can literally tell you all the different versions. Okay.   So let's just go back to, I'm going to go, this is embarrassing. I'm going to go to June. Okay, so I'll just go back a few months for you guys. I logged into this spreadsheet of the monthly costs. June 5th, June 10th, June 16th, June 19th, June 24th, June 24th, again, June 25th, July 2nd, multiple times, July 7th, July 8th, July 9th, July 10th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 24.   The only reason it stopped there is because I went out of town August 3rd, August 6th, August 7th. As you can see, I'm in this spreadsheet almost daily. If not every other day. That's insane. I mean, I can go back to April. I can go back to March, February, January, December, December. I'm in here all the time. November, October of last year. I'm just going down. October. I was in there 10 because that's when I started to do projections. So you better believe I was in there a lot more during that time. October. There's about 20 entries September. So when I tell you this is a tool,   that I have found that works so insanely well. Clients love it. Cause then we're like, our overhead's high. We can go over to our costs and say, why is it high? What is causing this? I'm looking at people's loans that they have and I'm like, do you really use the Seric? Do we need to continue to use this? Are we using all these different like plan Mecca and all these other loans that we have on the practice? Are we still using that? And if so, that's fine. But let's at least know where our money's going.   so then we can make better decisions of do we wanna continue that? And so hopefully, like I said, it's not a fun topic. Like it is, this one, if you can't tell, the passion, the fun, like it's really fun for me to look to say like, okay, where is it? This is where I decided it was time for us to close our headquarters down in Reno. We used to have one, but I was looking for how can I cut costs? Where can I, because for me, I'd rather not spend it on a physical location. I'd rather buy, like spend that money on different softwares that are gonna make us more efficient, being able to hire better employees.   Like I'd rather reallocate those dollars to something that's gonna benefit the company more. And so for you, just feel like this is such a great tool to help you truly know where your money's going, know where you can cut. And like I said, I do this for personal. I'm like, all right, give me all your costs. Give me your credit card. We're gonna look at every single thing. And then like, what could we do differently? I mean, my cell phone, let alone, I used to pay almost a hundred bucks a month for my cell phone. It's now, hold please. I'll tell you the exact amount. Cause I can tell you it's literally right here.   Um, it is a telephone right here, $35 a month. And I used to pay 95, but that was once again, like Verizon got a competitor. have a sister company called visible. I could even get it down to 20, but I didn't want to like drop that far. But we went from 90 to 35 and there was no change or disruption. I watched it for several years. I had people do it, then made the change. Is there a better company out there for X, Y, or Z? Is there a better processing company? And I know again, this seems annoying.   But annually around September, October is when I start to do projections and I start to look at everything. Cause I'm looking at costs. What could I cut? But monthly, daily, I'm looking to see who can I hire? Where can I do things? Change it, adjust it. And what's amazing is when doctors and OMS have this tool available, now you're like, can we afford to hire this person? You can answer with confidence rather than hoping and praying you're going to be able to make it. Just like what I used to do. was like, let's just hope and pray we're going to hire them and hope it works out.   now I can have way more confident decisions. And like, think as a business owner, being able to have confident, like one of the strongest things you need to do as a business owner is be able to make decisions. And I think the second piece to that is being able to make more confident decisions, utilizing tools like this one that I'm sharing with you. So if you want help, reach out, Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. Like I said, I love to put this together for clients. I love to give them the tools and resources to where they can actually be here and know. And also I say if you're here,   Like go get your credit card, list everything out that you're spending money on. Look at your P &L, see if it matches up, see if you can figure it out. And this was something that's been evolved over the course of honestly, probably eight years. I started it when I was really new into the business. I made this myself because I'm like, I don't even know where my money's going. How am I supposed to be able to make decisions? And I could not figure out why my overhead was so high. Now I can tell you exactly this is what we're spending every month. This is why we're spending it. This is what we want to do. This is where we're going. These are the numbers that we need to do.   It just gives you so much confidence, clarity. And so that's why I just love to share it and to help you. ⁓ I believe, like we said in the yes model, you as a person need to know where your vision is. Then we need to have your earnings and your profit where it needs to be. And then we need to figure out the systems and team development to support all of those pieces. And that's what we love. It's what I'm obsessed with. So reach out, ⁓ even if you're like, I don't know. I don't know if I'm a good fit. Let's just have a call. It's literally no commitment, no stress.   just clarity and confidence to get you the momentum that you deserve. So reach out Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. Go fall in love with numbers and spreadsheets. And as always, thanks for listening. I'll catch you next time on the Dental A Team Podcast.  

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“It's important that my perspective stays flexible because my perspective could need updating, it could need to be changed based on new information.” — Nic StoneNic Stone isn't interested in staying in her lane. A #1 New York Times bestselling author, her young adult novels—Dear Martin, Chaos Theory, and Clean Getaway—explore nuances of racism, power, and mental illness with clarity and compassion. Now, she's stepping into uncharted territory with Boom Town, her first adult novel. Set in a legendary Atlanta strip club, it's a story about women, survival, and social power, and is a reflection of Nic's own creative evolution. In this Second Chapter conversation, Expanding Woman: Nic Stone on Forgiveness and the Freedom to Change, Nic returns to the podcast and gets real about what it means to grow louder, freer, and to become more yourself. She talks about lighting rage letters on fire, a recent existential crisis (hello, middle age), and the surprising way her new book helped her dad heal old wounds. Settle in for a conversation that'll make you want to live a little louder and embrace every chaotic (and beautiful) version of who you are. http://thereadingculturepod.com/nic-stone-second-chapter***Show ChaptersChapter 1: Unpaved TerritoryChapter 2: Right on Schedule Chapter 3: The Picture of Dorian GrayChapter 4: Learning the StepsChapter 5: Let It BurnLinksThe Reading CultureThe Reading Culture Newsletter SignupFollow The Reading Culture on Instagram (for giveaways and bonus content)Nic Stone Nic Stone Instagram Boom TownThe Picture of Dorian Gray Beanstack resources to build your community's reading cultureJordan Lloyd BookeyHost and Production CreditsHost: Jordan Lloyd BookeyProducers: Mel Webb and Lower Street MediaScript Editors: Josia Lamberto-Egan, Mel Webb, Jordan Lloyd Bookey

The Bible is full of what many would call difficult stories. Some of them don't make a lot of sense at first. Others seem contrary to what we think should happen.One such story is breathtaking if we follow it through. It involves a father trusting God more than his own instincts.2 Corinthians 5:7 says, “For we live by faith, and not by sight.”In Genesis, we read about Abraham being instructed by the Lord to offer his young son, Isaac, as a sacrifice.As a sacrifice?! Nothing could be more repulsive! Telling a man to kill his son? Why?We gain a different perspective when we trust God to the end of this story.Climbing a high mountain, Abraham intends to obey God all the way. As he raises a knife over his son, God stops him.God's compassion hadn't taken a vacation. He taught Abraham an important lesson about obeying Him no matter what. In fact, Abraham and Isaac would go on to become two of the greatest men of all time.Learn to trust God—even if you don't understand. Let's pray. Lord, your ways can at times be mysterious to us, but you always want the best for us. God teach us to trust you. In Jesus' name, amen.Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.

How many of you are choosing a smaller version of yourself rather than, "I can choose anything"? In this episode of Choice, Change and Action, Simone Milasas talks with Vani Murali about their experiences with the Access Bars and how Bars can change your life; if you choose it. Vani and Simone would like you to receive more. The Access Bars is about receiving. How much have you been avoiding the beautiful energies that you could have and be in your life? Wherever you are in your life right now, it's because of your choices. What if you could change anything and everything today and have something different show up tomorrow? Everything is possible! Get your Bars run.   Questions And Tools: "All of life comes to me with ease and joy and glory" "What is this? What can I do with it? Can I change it? If so, how?" "What would it take for me to have this?" "If I choose this, what will my life be like in 5 years, 10 years from now?" "What else is possible I've never chosen?" "What journey can I create?" "What clarity do I require?" "Is this relevant?" "What if this doesn't matter?" Everything I've created in my financial situation, POC & POD Everything I've created in my relationships, POC & POD As Mentioned In This Episode: Eorthe (Homestay where Vani took her first Access Bars class): https://www.welcometoeorthe.com  Access Bars classes: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/micrositesfolder/accessbars  Symphony of Possibilities: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/micrositesfolder/symphony-of-possibilities  Choice of Possibilities: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/classes/choice-of-possibilities  Body Process classes: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/micrositesfolder/access-body  Access X-Men: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/micrositesfolder/xmen  Right Voice for You: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/micrositesfolder/Right-Voice-For-You  Joy of Business book by Simone Milasas: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/shop-catalog/book/joy-of-business  Live On Our Planet Netflix Series: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt23181388  Access.me: http://Access.me  The Profit Club: https://www.simonemilasas.com/profitclub  Stories for change Video: https://youtu.be/XmHf3dly_rs?si=azUT3Ej4g2jcT6iP  Access.me Video: https://youtu.be/EFPJNp7jYN8?si=tgNeNchQwpVC59RC  Helpful Hints for Bars in Business: https://courses.barsinbusiness.com/helpfulhints  Useful Links: The Clearing Statement explained Access Consciousness Website Choice, Change & Action Podcast Instagram Follow Simone Milasas Simone's Website Simone's Instagram Simone's Facebook Simone's YouTube Simone's Telegram Simone's Contact Email  Follow Vani Murali Vani's Website Vani's Instagram Vani's Facebook Play with Simone Milasas The Profit Club membership Getting Out of Debt Joyfully Taking Action online video course All Upcoming Classes with Simone Past Class Recordings  

Sometimes it's not your tactics holding you back, it's the story you keep selling yourself. The wrong mindset can make even the best strategy fail. Mike Arce, founder of Loud Rumor and host of The GSD Show, has helped thousands of companies grow by focusing on the psychology behind performance. In this episode of The Next Level Podcast with Jeremy Miner, he breaks down how to think, communicate, and lead in a way that makes growth inevitable. Jeremy and Mike talk about why everyone is really buying "better," how fear of change blocks progress, and how to reframe identity, leadership, and environment to unlock consistent growth. They reveal why scaling starts with self-awareness, how to build trust that inspires teams, and what separates people who plateau from those who keep evolving. Whether you're building a business or simply building yourself, this conversation shows exactly how to think like a leader and keep leveling up in every part of life.   Chapters: ⁠(00:00) Introduction ⁠ (12:04) Fear of Change and Why Prospects Hesitate (15:56) Tribal Theory (18:13) Selling The Vision (25:36) Identity Through Stories (31:26) Results vs Constraints (33:01) Sales Maximization (38:14) Think Like Others Not Do Like Others   Connect with Mike Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/mikearcelive/ ⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.loudrumor.com/ ⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MikeArceLive⁠   Got a question about sales, persuasion, or objection handling? Text me directly: ⁠+1-480-481-6755⁠ Join the 7q.ai waitlist: ⁠https://7q.ai/waitlist⁠ The NEPQ PRIMER Community: ⁠https://nepqtraining.com/primer?utm_c⁠ Join the 7th Level Sales Team: ⁠https://hardlyselling.hirebus-careers⁠ The exact NEPQ script I used to earn $2.4M/year as a W-2 sales ⁠rep: https://nepqtraining.com/smv-yt-splt-opt-org⁠ Want the full NEPQ framework? This is what 350,000+ reps use to close more deals: ⁠https://go.nepqblackbook.com/learn-more⁠ Prefer to understand the psychology behind NEPQ first? Grab The New Model of Selling: Selling to an Unsellable Generation on Amazon: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/1636980112⁠ Book a Clarity Call with my team: ⁠https://7thlevelhq.com/book-demo/⁠ Connect with Jeremy Miner YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@jeremeyminer⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeremyleeminer/⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyleeminer/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.miner.52⁠  

Want a culture where people speak up, solve problems, and actually enjoy working together? We sit down with Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, TEDx speaker, EQ coach, and author of The Empathetic Leader, to show how empathy shifts teams from fear and friction to trust and momentum. Practical empathy that leaders can apply now to spark innovation, raise engagement, and grow profit.Melissa shares a striking turnaround story: a mid-level director inherits a divided team with lagging engagement and chooses a simple route—show up daily, listen closely, and be human. Within weeks, ideas surface, workflows improve, and the profit needle finally moves. This isn't about lowering standards; it's about understanding context so you can use the right emotional intelligence tool at the right time.Welcome to the Agency for Change podcast.Connect with Melissa and EQ via Empathy at: ·       Website – http://eqviaempathy.com/·       Get Melissa's book, The Empathetic Leader: https://eqviaempathy.com/books/·       Get a free chapter of the book: http://eq-via-empathy.kit.com/6f8715f3c2

This week on Swimming with Allocators, it's time for another discuss, debate, and question episode as Alexa Binns and Earnest Sweat dive into the evolving venture capital landscape, examining themes like LP confidence in selecting managers versus direct deals, the changing roles of fund-of-funds, the impact of AI and storytelling for differentiation, and rising pressures on women and diverse founders. The conversation also debates whether venture is still truly venture as mega funds grow, highlights the importance of authentic branding, and explores whether geographic hubs like San Francisco are essential. Listeners will take away insights on how LPs and GPs can foster meaningful relationships, the need for differentiation, ongoing diversity challenges, why clarity of purpose and resilience are more crucial than ever in today's VC ecosystem, and so much more. Don't miss this episode!Highlights from this week's conversation include:Welcome and Introduction to DDQ Episode (0:24)LP Confidence in Manager Selection and Blind Spots in Direct Deal Flow (3:01)The Push for Change in the Fund-To-Fund Model and Consolidation (6:20)Market Timing and Advice for Maintaining Portfolio Discipline (8:34)The Growing Importance of Technology Stacks for Fund Managers (9:25)How Branding and Storytelling Are Evolving in Venture Capital (12:31)Challenges of Differentiation, Authenticity, and Thought Leadership (15:05)Addressing Disparities and the Need for Collective Action (19:08)The Shift in How Founders Choose Capital Versus LP Expectations (23:02)Debating Who is the Ultimate Customer: LPs or Founders (26:50)Enriching The LP Experience With Initiatives Like Pitch Days (29:35)The Role of GPs in Supporting Founders and Their Track Records (31:03)In-Person Events, San Francisco's Significance, and Industry Presence (34:14)How LPs Rebuild Conviction After Market Downturns (37:53)Managing Fund Terms, Anchors, and Building a Minimum Viable Fund (39:39)Commitments, Angel Investing, and Highlights From Recent Deals (41:39)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (44:03)Swimming with Allocators is a podcast that dives into the intriguing world of Venture Capital from an LP (Limited Partner) perspective. Hosts Alexa Binns and Earnest Sweat are seasoned professionals who have donned various hats in the VC ecosystem. Each episode, we explore where the future opportunities lie in the VC landscape with insights from top LPs on their investment strategies and industry experts shedding light on emerging trends and technologies. The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this podcast are for general informational purposes only. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Traveling The Yellow Brick Road of Amputee Life   In this episode, I want to talk about one of the biggest learning curves after limb loss — getting fitted for a prosthesis. Nobody really tells you how challenging this part can be. You think, “Okay, I'll get my prosthetic leg or arm, strap it on, and get back to life.” But if only it were that simple, right? The truth is, it's a process — one that takes time, patience, and a whole lot of communication with your prosthetist. When I first started, I honestly thought it was going to be pretty straightforward. They'd take some measurements, make the socket, I'd try it on, and off I'd go. But wow, did I learn quickly that's not how it works. Every limb is unique. Every body changes — sometimes from morning to night. So that “perfect fit” we all hope for doesn't just happen once and stay that way. It's something that evolves. And that means working with your prosthetist becomes this back-and-forth relationship. There's a lot of give and take involved. They're the experts in design and fit, but you are the expert in how it feels — and that matters just as much. Now, I'll admit — in the beginning, I had my fair share of frustration. When the socket rubbed wrong or my limb was sore, I'd get upset and think, “Why isn't this working?” It was easy to blame the prosthesis or think the prosthetist did something wrong. But with time, I started realizing there was a little user error in there too. Sometimes I wasn't putting it on right. Sometimes I didn't pay attention to small aches that turned into bigger problems. And sometimes… I just didn't know what I didn't know. That's a big part of this journey — learning to take accountability where it's due. Not in a shameful way, but in an empowering way. Once we start owning our part in the process, things really start improving. We ask more questions. We write down what we are feeling. We pay attention to pressure spots and skin changes. And most importantly, we communicate all of that clearly with our prosthetist. Change happens! Teamwork and communication are key!   Because here's the thing — they can't feel what you feel. They can't fix what they don't know about. So, if something doesn't feel right, say it. Speak up. Be honest, even if it feels awkward. That's how you get the best outcome. If you're new to being an amputee, remember this: it's okay to not have it all figured out. You're learning. This whole process — from fitting to comfort to walking confidently again — it's a marathon, not a sprint. You'll get there. Just keep showing up, keep asking questions, and keep working with your prosthetist as a team. Because at the end of the day, this isn't just about a prosthesis fitting right — it's about you finding your rhythm again, your confidence, your life. You are a warrior! It's time to unleash that warrior and gain back your independence. Have a beautiful week ahead, and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love,

In what ways are you a designer?...Today, Abbie, Hannah, and Mathilda explore the dissonance between prioritizing the present and/ or the future; the discomfort (and learning) that comes with awkward spaces; the power of storytelling for expanding our imagination; and the importance of designing with emergence in mind. This conversation was recorded in front of a live audience as part of the RSDX Online Festival on Friday, October 3, 2025. ...Hannah Jones is a design educator and researcher with over 20 years of experience in co-designing sustainable, inclusive futures. She currently supervises PhDs with a focus on metadesigning at University of Wales Trinity St. David, Wales, UK. Her teaching practice, research and workshop facilitation brings together metadesign tools and approaches inspired by her research at Goldsmiths, University of London and designing thinking and intersectional approaches to designing from her time working at Stanford University at the Institute for Design (d.school).Mathilda Tham is Professor of Design at Linnaeus University, Sweden and affiliated with Goldsmiths, University of London.Her metadesign research seeks to develop uncompromisingly systemic and holistic approaches to living within Earth's limits, connecting environmental issues with social justice and mental health, and individual needs with global sustainability. It has resulted in: new ways to meet around the infected forest issue, new rituals to integrate different generations, a recipe book for making homes within Earth's limits, new professional designer roles, new policy initiatives.  She is co-creator of + Change education and research environment, co-author of the Earth Logic Fashion Action Research Plan and co-founder Union of Concerned Researchers in Fashion. See www.mathildatham.com...Stories Lived. Stories Told. is created, produced & hosted by Abbie VanMeter.Stories Lived. Stories Told. is an initiative of the CMM Institute for Personal and Social Evolution....Music for Stories Lived. Stories Told. is created by Rik Spann....⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore all things Stories Lived. Stories Told. here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Explore all things CMM Institute here.

What if your deepest pain could guide you to your purpose & surrendering to life could take you farther than forcing ever could? In this heart-opening episode of The Healing + Human Potential Podcast, I sit down with Devi Brown – a healer, creative advisor, author, and one of the most sought-after wellness educators in the country – to explore what it really means to live your wisdom. Devi shares her powerful journey from public success to inner freedom, and how grief, loss, and surrender became doorways to trust, embodiment, and joy. Together, we talk about the evolution from self-awareness into embodiment, finding safety in spirituality after trauma, and practicing joy even in darkness. If you've ever felt like you're waiting to be fully healed before living – this conversation will change that. We'll dive into: 01:05 – Intro 02:10 – Trust After Heartbreak, Trauma, Betrayal 04:15 – Surrender as a Spiritual Practice 06:05 – Trusting Life's Patterns 07:25 – Self-Trust & Divine Trust 09:05 – Patience + Timing 10:35 – Building Self-Trust 12:05 – Synchronicities & Guidance 14:05 – The Challenge & Wisdom of Isolation 15:50 – Darkness as a Teacher 18:05 – Living Your Wisdom 20:25 – Practicing Joy 23:05 – Authenticity + Emotional Freedom 25:00 – From Isolation to Community 28:55 – Embodying Healing 30:05 – Somatic Practices for Integration 32:05 – Coming Home to the Body 34:05 – Healing Through Connection 36:10 – Finding Purpose After Success 38:10 – Redefining Success 40:30 – Trusting Your Path 43:20 – Awakening to True Purpose 46:00 – The Kendrick Lamar Story 48:20 – Following the Inner Call 49:10 – Knowing Yourself + The Courage to Change 50:45 – Practicing in Community 51:50 – When Relationships Expire 54:00 – The Evolution of Friendship 55:30 – Honest Communication & Boundaries 56:30 – Meditation as Master Healer 58:30 – Trauma-Informed Meditation 1:00:50 – Guided Meditations & Safety 1:03:20 – Emotional Release in Practice 1:04:40 – Advanced Meditation + Higher Consciousness 1:06:40 – Living Your Wisdom Every Day 1:10:30 – Closing & Gratitude Have you listened to our latest episode with Dr. Martha Beck? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-martha-beck-the-psychic-experience-that-changed/id1705626495?i=1000735210163     ====  

After completing his first triathlon, Pete shares with Jen some learning that he found in training, and while swimming, biking, and running.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Why is there power in acting as if?How might we more actively encourage and appreciate each other?What does it mean to taper?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O' Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

When everything feels urgent, how do you know what actually deserves your time? In today's episode, Kevin and Alan break down how top performers cut through noise, chaos, and distraction to find their “bullseye”, the one move that multiplies results. You'll hear how they use urgency, importance, and significance to decide what matters most in business, relationships, and life. This one's raw, real, and ridiculously useful if you're tired of feeling busy but not better. Stop reacting to life's noise, start hitting your targets with precision.Learn more about:

BOSSes, Anne Ganguzza is joined by Danielle Famble and special guest Jennifer Clark (Host of Human Kindness at Work podcast) for a Boss Money Talk Series crossover episode. They explore the profound impact of charitable giving. This episode demonstrates that giving—whether time, money, or relationships—is not just good for the soul; it's a strategic act that combats hopelessness, strengthens local ties, and creates powerful networking opportunities for your voiceover business.   00:01 - Anne (Host) Hey guys, Anne Ganguzza here. Imagine a voiceover journey where every step is filled with discovery and growth. That's the path I want to work on with you, through nurturing coaching and creative demo production. Let's unveil the true potential of your voice together. It's not just about the destination, it's about the gorgeous journey getting there. Are you ready to take the first step? Connect with me at anneganguzza.com.  00:32 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) It's time to take your business to the next level, the boss level. These are the premier business owner strategies and successes being utilized by the industry's top talent today. Rock your business like a boss a VO boss. Now let's welcome your host, anne Ganguza.  00:51 - Anne (Host) Hey, hey, everyone, welcome to the VO Boss podcast and the Boss Money Talk series. I'm your host, Anne Ganguza,z and today's show is a very special crossover moment. I'm joined by my regular Boss Money Talks co-host, Danielle Famble, financial strategist, voice actor and the person who keeps our boss business brains sharp. Yay, yay, hey, Anne, hey, and we're teaming up with the amazing Jennifer Clark, a powerhouse voice actor and the host of the Human Kindness at Work podcast. Today, we're going to talk about the power of giving, how it fuels mental wellness, strengthens our brand and builds real community in the voiceover world and beyond. And we'll also be talking about 100 Voices who Care, which is a charitable organization led by these two powerhouses that supports local communities by combining donations to impact local charities. So let's get into it, ladies. Thank you so, so much for joining me today. Thanks for having us.  01:48 - Speaker 4 (Host) Anne.  01:48 - Anne (Host) Yay, I'm very, very excited to talk to you guys about this, because I think this is something that it exists and every time there seems to be, let's say, possible issues in the community or you know people that need help, we get those GoFundMes, we get people who talk about, you know, donating to charities and stuff like that, and I think it's something that we need to really talk about more, about how it can affect us in a positive manner and also how it can affect our businesses. So let's maybe start by talking about the psychology of donating and giving. And, jennifer, I know, in your Human Kindness podcast you which is wonderful, by the way, guys, you absolutely must tune into that you talk to people all the time about giving and human kindness, and so what are your thoughts about you know, what are the benefits of giving?  02:43 - Speaker 4 (Host) Well, I'm not a doctor, but I can speak as someone who has been, you know, intentionally giving for most of my life, and as I'm talking to guests who are really active in their community and showing human kindness at work. What I see in myself and in people that I'm talking to is that it does something for our mental health. It's really easy to look at the world, especially right now, and you wake up every day and there's another crazy thing going on. The world is constantly on fire and it's really easy to get depressed fast. I mean, that's the fastest ticket to depression, right? Just read the news, right and we lose sight of all the really good things that are going on in the world. We lose sight of the really good people that there are.  03:36 Being a part of giving is like linking arms and finding all those people in your local community and the world at large that are doing the work. They're trying to bring change, and it's really uplifting. It's one of those things I don't know what it's called, but it's kind of like when you're looking for something you know when I wanted to buy a new vehicle, I had never seen anybody drive this vehicle and then all of a sudden, when I was like I want a Volkswagen Atlas. I saw it everywhere, Absolutely everywhere. And it's the same with giving. When you look around and you're like man, nobody is doing anything, Nobody is getting involved. In my community, Nonprofits are suffering. But then you start getting involved, you will make connections like crazy and you'll start seeing all of the good and it is so uplifting. It really does change your perspective.  04:34 - Anne (Host) Oh, absolutely I can imagine, because, especially now, just with the craziness, as you mentioned, of the world, and there's a lot of times when I will open up my social media and then, oh my goodness, just start reading or the news and I just start to feel hopeless and what can I do? What can I do? First of all, to feel, because it's making me feel bad and not like I don't know, functional in a lot of ways, and I want to be able to help and I don't know how to help. And I think this is one way that we can focus on something that can absolutely make a big difference in our lives and, of course, other people's lives as well, and to be able to connect with people who are doing good in the world. That gives me hope.  05:25 - Speaker 4 (Host) And I think sometimes we look at problems and it's so overwhelming and we think we have to reinvent the wheel, Like oh. I got to start a nonprofit or fix the solution. There are already boots on the ground that are doing work. So making a difference, giving of yourself your time, your resources, your energy, doesn't have to be hard. It's just a matter of finding something that you want to give yourself to, and don't reinvent the wheel, just join into the good work that's already going on. Yeah.  05:56 - Speaker 3 (Host) It kind of reminds me of that.  05:57 I think the quote is attributed to Mr Rogers, or maybe Mr Rogers did the quote from someone else, but the look for the helpers quote I was.  06:07 I was speaking with a friend of mine who we were both sort of commiserating about what was going on in the world and how frustrating it is, you know, with money being pulled from certain social organizations and that's their lifeline, and she worked for one of those organizations and she was like of those organizations and she was like you know, we can get upset about it, we can get mad about it, we can feel hopeless about it. Or you can look for the helpers. You can look for the people who are out there like you said, jennifer boots, on the ground doing the good work, and it changes your psychology to see, okay, these are the possibilities, this is what's out there, these are the people who are already doing the work. How can I help them? And when you can look at that and you can find that pattern, recognition of people helping the helpers, then you can figure out how you can put your hand behind the plow and do something too.  06:58 - Anne (Host) What do you think are the things that stop people from either looking for this or from donating? And, of course, I think one of the biggest things that people will say is but I don't have any money. I don't have the money to donate. I can barely keep myself surviving in today's world. What do you say to that?  07:17 - Speaker 4 (Host) I would say we have to look beyond just finances. Financial giving is really important, especially for local nonprofits, but we have so much to give. You have to look at yourself as a whole. So you have energy, you have time, which I think are your two greatest resources, and you have money. You have relationships. So, looking at those four areas of your life, where can you give in those time, energy, money, relationships? And if you really are, I've been in times of your life. Where can you give in those time, energy, money, relationships? And if you really are, I've been in times of my life I am strapped for cash. You know, my husband was unemployed a few years ago, like it was super tight. So I get it. There are legitimate times that you don't have any extra money, but you still have time, energy relationships that you can give to.  08:19 - Anne (Host) So I would say look at that whole picture, not just your pocketbook their energy or their relationships because I love that you mentioned relationships too, because connecting with people who may have at the time the financial resources to help or other methods and sources to help is also a wonderful way to give back.  08:40 - Speaker 3 (Host) Yeah, social capital is a huge one because you never know what that connection that you are making between two people or groups or organizations, what that will do and that will yield in their life.  08:54 So that's a huge one, even looking outside of the box.  08:58 I was just reading a story about a woman who was at a park with her kids and noticed that there were some kids who didn't seem like they were being attended to by an adult and, instead of making an assumption, what she decided to do was essentially just take care of those kids for a little bit of time.  09:16 And she was offering her time as a resource, as essentially child care, and not making an assumption about what was happening with the parents or anything else in their situation. She was like, ok, I'm a safe place, I'm a safe person and I can provide some, some respite for these parents who may be further away, who need a little bit of time away. And she did that and that was her way of giving back. And she, when she was explaining it to me, or when she was explaining it and I was reading about that story it's not something I think that people think about off the top of their head Like, oh, this time that I have, or the ability to care, is a resource like do an inventory and audit of what you've got, what you are willing to give, what you are able to give, and then figure out a way that you can creatively if it's not financially a creative solution that you can provide for people who need it.  10:11 - Anne (Host) Yeah, I have a neighbor who literally just got an email this week. She typically in the summer she goes to the East Coast to stay in her home over there with other family and she offered her home to a family who had just lost theirs in the fire and the recent fires in California and you know a family that you know it was complete strange to her. And she wrote us an email and said hey guys, I'm offering my place for this family to stay for the month while I'm away on the East Coast, and they recently lost their home in a fire and would you mind welcoming them? Because not only did they lose their home but they lost their community, and so I think that, as a sense of community, would be really wonderful if you could help welcome them. And it was amazing to see the thread in that email, because all of us responded and said oh yeah, come to happy hour on Saturday, or hey, we were playing bunco or whatever it is. Come, I'll pick you up and take you over there and introduce you to everybody. And I just it was such a wonderful thing and I thought there you go, there's something that didn't really cost any money and it was something with the whole community getting together. It was just something really wonderful to see, especially like, yeah, I've had a stressful week Really wonderful to see, especially like, yeah, I've had a stressful week. And to be able to like, all of a sudden, get an email like that and then see the community come together and give it just was really a wonderful thing. And I just I think now I'm like I want to start a podcast and I want to be Jennifer, I want to be Danielle, because I know you guys also are leading the 100 Voices who Care, which we'll talk about in just a minute, because 100 Voices who Care is a wonderful organization that was a longtime sponsor of the VO Boss podcast, so I'm excited to talk about that.  11:58 So I love that we just came up with all of these ideas, because I think the number one excuse why people think that they can't give is the fact that they don't have any extra financial support, that they can, that they can donate Awesome. So let's talk about so we've got a lot of benefits where it, first of all, it makes us feel good, right, we're helping somebody else. It can give us hope in a, in a, in a place, in a world that might seem hopeless at the time or just frustrating. Might seem hopeless at the time or just frustrating. So let's talk about as businesses. How can giving help maybe our businesses and I don't like to think that it's like, oh, I want to just help my business. It's not I don't know if that's like the foremost reason that I want to give, but hey, if I am giving and I'm able to help others and I feel good about that, know that also. It can, it can positively affect our businesses as well. So, danielle, what do you think about that?  12:53 - Speaker 3 (Host) Yeah, no, there are so many ways that it can affect and help your business. One way and you know we'll think about it from financially, because you know I like to talk about money.  13:02 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) Of course.  13:04 - Speaker 3 (Host) When you can give to businesses, you can get some sort of tax benefit as well at the end of the year.  13:10 So financially, if you're giving to a 501c3, you can write that off against your taxes at the end of the year in some cases. So that's one financial way that it can help, but also in the social capital as well. When you're out and you're meeting people who you can help or who you'd like to support, the organizations you'd like to support, it's a great way to meet other like-minded people and maybe other like-minded businesses, organizations that I enjoy supporting in my local organization, and I got to meet a ton of local business leaders and they got to know who I was and I was like the first voice actor they had ever met which was an interesting conversation.  13:57 So there are ways to meet other people and engage in just community building, especially locally, because we are local businesses as well as global businesses doing what we do in voiceover. But there's also a financial benefit too building especially locally because we are local businesses as well as global businesses doing what we do in voiceover. But there's also a financial benefit too.  14:12 - Anne (Host) And isn't that honestly like? Isn't that one of? Like the one on ones of how do I get work in the voiceover business? Right, One is OK, so we maybe try to join a roster, we try to get an agent, and then there's we'll go to your local chamber of commerce, Right? Think of this type of thing, Think of you know the possibilities of charitable donations in terms of networking, because it's all about the relationships and, as a matter of fact, a lot of the ways that we get and secure and keep jobs to keep our businesses alive and successful is through relationships. And what better relationship? Not only something that makes you feel good that you've done something to help somebody else, but also the possibility of maybe networking with people who can also support your business. Jennifer, I'm sure you've spoken to many people in your podcast also that have been able to help their business and or other local businesses. Talk about that.  15:11 - Speaker 4 (Host) Well, I'll give you an example. Someone that I interviewed a few months ago was a local nonprofit here in Kansas City called Foster Light and they provide wraparound care for foster families and I loved their mission so much that I was like they had a gala coming up, a fundraising gala, and I was so compelled by their mission that I took my CPA's advice. She said you need to start spending money, and so I sponsored the gala and that was my first time doing that, but it was strategic because it was a mission that I loved and I was going to give to anyway. But I did it strategically so that then I'm advertising my business Right, right, and I'm supporting a mission that I love and I get networking opportunities. There was like for all the sponsors, there was like a meet and greet VIP happy hour beforehand, so I got networking and networking with like businesses, not just a normal attendee. So it was threefold and I thought I'm going to keep doing this because it was beneficial to me on all fronts.  16:18 - Anne (Host) So I have to ask your CPA said you need to spend some money, Jennifer. What was her reasoning behind that? And I'm pretty sure Danielle can answer that too, probably just off the cuff, without knowing. Yeah.  16:28 - Speaker 4 (Host) Why did you have to spend money? I've had a really good year. Ok, I love it, so I need to bring that taxable income down.  16:35 - Anne (Host) There you go, there you go. Yes, see, I love it, I love it, I love it. Yeah, so lots of benefits.  16:42 - Speaker 3 (Host) And can I just jump on that just for a second, because it's so important and good for you, jennifer.  16:49 - Anne (Host) That's wonderful.  16:50 - Speaker 3 (Host) So really, that happens, it happens right. You have a wonderful year, you have a great year and typically what we'll do as voice actors is okay, great. We're going to go to voiceover conferences we are going to support and we're going to make sure that we give to other voiceover events maybe help with keeping the money in our community, which is wonderful and it's a great tax write-off. I like to joke. I like business travel, right, I like to travel for business with these conferences and everything else. But this is another way that you can have that same kind of effect financially for your business. But you're also doing good and networking in your local communities, and the idea again for businesses is to try to create profit, right, and so if you're networking with people who potentially could hire you for voiceover work or think of you for connecting with other people, that's another way to help do good in the world, do a whole lot of good in the world.  17:47 - Anne (Host) And actually, if you don't mind, I want to tag team on that and say that a lot of times when I would go to the Chamber of Commerce, right, it was mostly other businesses just trying to hook up so that we could make money off each other, and it was never. It wasn't always as successful as I wanted it to be. But if you're meeting for another reason, if you're meeting at a charitable organization, you know you're meeting with people who are wanting to give or have the ability to give, and that's a completely different reason to have a good networking connection as opposed to let's just network because we want to try to get work from each other. So that is one big major difference. That is one big major difference. So I really feel like it can be advantageous or strategic to to really get more involved with, with a charitable donation or that community You're finding like hearted.  18:36 Yes, yes.  18:38 - Speaker 4 (Host) Absolutely, and those people are more likely to hire you because it's like hey, we love the same mission, you're a giver, I'm a giver, let's do business together. I would much rather do business with someone like that than some random business.  18:53 - Anne (Host) So here's something, because I know people they feel timid if they don't have a lot to give, right? There's people I mean, if you can give up your, everybody says, if you can give up your Starbucks, right, one Starbucks a day. You know you're able to give. So what advice would you give to someone who wants to give back but feels like they can't, they're not giving enough or it's too little and they're embarrassed. You know what I mean and it's not like, oh, I'm not making a sizable contribution.  19:19 - Speaker 4 (Host) I mean I'd say, first of all, don't compare your giving to anyone else's giving. You really have to put your blinders on in life and run in your own lane. So whatever you are able to do, do that wholeheartedly and don't compare your giving to danielle's giving or my giving or anne's giving um, this is your life and your time, your money, your energy, your relationships and you, you gotta do what's what's right for you.  19:49 - Speaker 3 (Host) And measure it with your heart right. Like, your heart is to give, no matter the size of the gift, your heart is to do something good in the world. That's your intention. So the amount of money is really at that point, it's not really as important as the fact that you saw a need, you wanted to give something and you gave of. You know what you had which could be a greater sum than the amount that someone else gave. So really look at that from a place of like I'm giving everything that I have, this is all I've got to give, this is what I can afford to give. If it's a monetary amount and that is immeasurable you can't measure someone's desire in that way. So look for where you can do the most impact with that amount of money or just give it because that's what your heart said to give.  20:41 - Speaker 4 (Host) And I think if we all just sit on our hands and use that as an excuse like, well, I only have the $7 giving up my Starbucks this week to give, if we all just wait on that, then nothing happens. Change doesn't happen.  20:55 - Anne (Host) Okay, possibly the elephant in the room, because sometimes, like I said, people feel pressured, right? Sometimes people feel pressured to give and then when there's a place to give where they see like, oh, so-and-so just donated $1,000. And then you might be looking at it going well, I don't have $1,000. So should I put my name there? What are your thoughts on that Name anonymous? I think there's benefits and there's pros and cons to both. To be quite honest, I think that it's really a personal choice.  21:27 - Speaker 3 (Host) I mean, this entire topic giving is so personal because it's tied to your desire to do something good in the world and to help in a way that you are able to help. So if it feels right to you to put your name on it and say this is what I gave and this is what I was able to give, and I'm proud of that and I want to put my name on it, great. If you want to not have your name on it, I've given, and given completely anonymously because it felt like the right thing to do for me, anonymously, because it felt like the right thing to do for me.  22:01 That was just the choice that I made at that time, so I don't think that it. Please try not to in this way. As Jennifer was saying, please keep your blinders on. Please understand that your reason and your why for giving is the reason to give, whether it's anonymously or with your name on it. And another way, even if you feel like maybe you're not giving a lot of money, whatever that number is for you, what you can do is you can team up with other people and combine your gift to make it a larger gift, which is what we do with 100 Voices.  22:29 Who Care?  22:30 - Anne (Host) What a wonderful segue into one of the reasons why I love this organization 100 Voices who Care. Talk to us a little bit about the organization, and I think it actually kind of just really leads itself nicely after the conversation we just had, because you don't have to, you don't have to give a lot, but together it makes a huge difference. So talk to us a little bit about 100 Voices who Care. What's it all about?  22:53 - Speaker 4 (Host) Well, there are a lot of groups in the voiceover community that we join to get something right, like health benefits, vo workouts, accountability for your business, etc. Those are all wonderful and needed, but 100 Voices who Care? Is a group that you join to give. We are a group of voice actors who are changing our communities through our collective generosity. So we meet once a quarter. Virtually. Each member commits $100 per quarter and we also bring to that virtual meeting a local nonprofit that we want to nominate and we choose three to five local nonprofits to members to pitch those nonprofits. We vote via the poll on Zoom and then whichever nonprofit wins our majority vote receives the entire donation from all the members, it can mean up to, I believe, $10,000.  23:57 - Anne (Host) Is that correct? So, collectively, right, if you have 100 people that are joined, it can mean $10,000 for that local organization that you want to support.  24:06 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) Per quarter, which is amazing.  24:07 - Anne (Host) Yeah, oh, per quarter. Yeah, thank you for correct me. My financial boss over there, thank you, I love it Just keeping you in line. Yeah, I love it Just keeping you in line. Yeah, I love it because you may think that your $100 isn't really doing a lot, but in reality, when you combine it with the community, I mean that is amazing. I mean that's per quarter to help an organization and that is something I think you can be proud of. And the fact is is that not only are you helping a local organization to do good, but you're also networking with like minded voice actors. So not only are you like minded in your maybe in charities that you support or you know ideals that you support, but also your voice actors as well. So there's so many benefits to that, and I've always, always loved this organization, so I'm so glad that the two of you are heading it up. So how does it work? How can people join this organization? And are they tied to a year, or are they tied? You know how does that work. So we.  25:09 - Speaker 3 (Host) the way it works basically is that we are open to any voice actor who wants to join our organization. We give through a third party called Grapevine. So Jennifer and myself, as we are the leaders of 100 Voices who Care, we're not touching any of the money. So you would join through Grapevine. We all get together and Grapevine is the one who takes our $100. Grapevine also will vet the nonprofit, that is, the organization that we would give the money to as the donation. We are not doing anything other than meeting, finding local organizations, pitching that organization to the greater group 100 Voices who Care and Grapevine really takes care of all of the nitty gritty of keeping our money, sending it out, vetting the nonprofit to make sure that everything is above board.  26:02 - Anne (Host) I was going to say I really, I really like that that they vet the organizations that you're giving to, because you vote right as a collective, you vote on who to give that money to, and so it may not have been your personal choice that maybe wins. And so you might feel like, well, you know where's this money going to and what are they doing with it. So I really love that you have a third party that's vetting. And is there somebody that vets grapevine? Do you know what I mean? Some people might have that question or talk about grapevine. Have they been? I mean, has this been around? How long has this been around? How long have they been working with this?  26:36 - Speaker 4 (Host) I don't know the answer to that. We've been with Grapevine from our inception, so we started in 2022. Oh.  26:42 - Anne (Host) OK, so it's been a good number of years yeah.  26:46 - Speaker 4 (Host) And we've always had a wonderful experience with them as far as that vetting process and they've got a great customer service as well.  26:54 - Speaker 3 (Host) So we have reached out to them just to ask questions about how to better facilitate. You know our group or what we could, who we could be giving our money to, and they answer us within a day or two days. We've even emailed back and forth with the founder of Grapevine, so they've been wonderful to work with and they've got great customer service as well.  27:20 - Anne (Host) So you've been doing this since 2022, is that correct? Yeah, so what are some of the organizations that have been helped by 100 Voices? Who Care?  27:29 - Speaker 4 (Host) Well, our very first recipient was called the Grooming Project. Now they're called Prosperity, but they're here in Kansas City. I had the privilege of pitching them. They are my favorite nonprofit in Kansas City. They're based here. They are the country's only nonprofit dog grooming school. In the entire country. They have this really transformative program that breaks the cycle of poverty through extensive job training within this booming industry of pet grooming. So their students are usually society's most vulnerable. They focus on single parents living in poverty. So these students not only learn the art of dog grooming but they learn life skills like budgeting and parenting, emotional regulation, things like that. So once they go through this two-year program, they graduate having a grasp on life, you know, and then they have this trade that they can make a real living in. So it is literal life change. My dog groomer went through this program. This is how I came to know Posparity. She was in the first graduating class and she was so successful that she managed the salon that they offer to the community at a low cost.  28:48 So that students get an opportunity to work on their trade and then it goes back into supporting this mission. But she managed that salon and then she was so successful that she bought the entire salon with Prosperity's Blessing.  29:04 - Anne (Host) That's wonderful.  29:05 - Speaker 4 (Host) Took all of the workers with her, with Prosperity's Blessing, and she has this thriving dog grooming business in the Casey Metro.  29:12 - Speaker 3 (Host) Oh, that's wonderful.  29:13 - Speaker 4 (Host) You know she, prior to this program, she was working multiple jobs, single mom of two, living in government housing. Her life is completely different and now she hires prosperity graduates in order to give back, so I love it. These are the kind of when you're when you're looking in your local community for a local nonprofit to bring to a 100 Voices who Care meeting. These are the kind of things that you get connected to.  29:41 - Anne (Host) This is.  29:42 - Speaker 4 (Host) I see Christine, my pet groomer. Pet groomer every six to eight weeks because I have a golden doodle and they need lots of grooming. I'm in her life now and there's just nothing like that to be connected to people in your community doing good work and giving back.  30:00 - Anne (Host) So how can people sign up for 100 Voices? Who Care if they're interested? I mean, do you have a period of time, that a special time that they sign up? Because you say you're giving quarterly, so I assume that there's another quarter coming up. Yeah, so there?  30:12 - Speaker 3 (Host) we have meetings every quarter. Our next meeting is going to be on November 17th and you can really sign up at any time, but the idea is that you would be coming to our next meeting. We ask that people are ready to pitch. You would also be getting that $100.  30:32 Great Fine, would be debiting that money and you can set up as a recurring payment through your credit card, but we ask that people are also, yes, ready to pitch, but also bring a friend, because we want to grow this to the 100 voices so we can get to our $10,000 per quarter. Absolutely, absolutely.  30:50 - Anne (Host) Now, do the people that join? Do you have to bring a local charity? Or, if you're not familiar, I think it's great because I feel like you should research. Or if you're not familiar, I think it's great because I feel like you should research charities yeah. But if somebody maybe not have any preference, is it something that you take care of or that's okay?  31:06 - Speaker 4 (Host) We ask that people research small, local nonprofits. It does not have to be local to you, oh okay, but we're just saying you know Red Cross, st Jude Research Hospital. They're doing great work, but they have huge donors, huge budgets. Everyone knows about them. So we want to find those nonprofits that are doing good work in local communities. So that can be anywhere, but we do ask that you do a little bit of research.  31:30 We have a really easy email template, so that once you find that nonprofit, you just email our template, fill in the blanks, email our template off. And there are people at these organizations whose job it is to answer these questions. You know, I think a lot of people feel like they're imposing or they feel weird asking these questions, but literally there are people who are, you know, doing applications for grants all the time. So they already have these answers ready to go and this template that we've made just makes it so easy for you to create a pitch, a nomination out of that. So, yeah, we just ask that you do a little bit of research We've made it as easy as possible and that you bring it to the meeting.  32:13 - Anne (Host) Great, when do they go to sign up?  32:16 - Speaker 3 (Host) They can go to our Instagram. There's a link in our Instagram where they can go to sign up and we just, you just take it from there and it'll take you to Grapevine, where you will sign up through Grapevine.  32:29 - Anne (Host) And bosses. I'll put that in the show notes for any of you and, of course, when we, when we promote the show, which we will be doing heavily we'll be putting that link in there as well. So last question, guys If a listener takes just one action after listening to this podcast, what would you want it to be?  32:46 - Speaker 3 (Host) Sign up for 100 Voices who Care. Join us, Use your singular give to be with a collection of people who really want to do good in our local communities. And you know, just join us with 100 Voices who Care.  33:01 - Anne (Host) Jennifer, because Danielle took yours probably.  33:03 - Speaker 4 (Host) Yeah well, I would just piggyback off of that to say if you're hesitant, if you're like I'm not sure that I'm ready to commit, just come check us out. We welcome guests in our Zoom meetings. Just come see what our collective generosity is all about, what that looks like. The Zoom meeting is on our Instagram link. You can just click it and join.  33:25 - Anne (Host) You'd be a fly on the wall, so you don't have to be committed yet there's no obligation to join.  33:29 - Speaker 4 (Host) I love that you can just come sit in check us out and then ask any questions that you'd like after that meeting. Perfect.  33:36 - Anne (Host) Sounds amazing. Well, you guys, it's been such a wonderful, wonderful episode with the two of you, danielle, as always, my money boss, thank you so much for joining me again and for bringing 100 Voices who Care to me, because Danielle asked me to bring you along, jennifer, so we could talk about it. Because, yes, there are multiple benefits, as we've discussed in this podcast, for donating and for contributing to a community who can make a greater impact. And, jennifer, for those people that want to listen to your podcast, how can they do so?  34:12 - Speaker 4 (Host) Oh, thank you. Yes, it's called Human Kindness at Work and you can actually go to my website jennifersvoicecom slash podcast and check it out there. It's called Human Kindness at Work and you can actually go to my website jennifersvoicecom slash podcast and check it out there. It's on all the major platforms and also YouTube.  34:25 - Anne (Host) Perfect, awesome, and you'll be hearing more from Danielle and I as the months come up, because I'm not letting her go. There's more money to talk about for sure. That's right. There's always more money to talk about you guys. Thank you again, so very much. I'm going to give a great big shout out to our sponsor, ipdtl, and of course, I'm going to tell you guys, please sign up for 100 Voices. Who Care? It is an amazing, amazing organization. Have an amazing week and we'll see you next week. Bye.  34:52 - Speaker 2 (Announcement) Bye. Join us next week for another edition of VO Boss with your host, Ann Ganguza, and take your business to the next level. Sign up for our mailing list at vobosscom and receive exclusive content, industry revolutionizing tips and strategies and new ways to rock your business like a boss. Redistribution, with permission. Coast-to-coast connectivity via IPDTL.   

Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Cami Adam, Relocation and Office Services Specialist at Brinker International.How did Cami get started in her career? What does Cami share about her dream job?When did Cami “find her lane” in mobility?What does Cami share about relocating talent?What does Cami share about the future of relocation?What does Cami share about being proactive and transparent?What does Cami share about her most important goal?What advice does Cami share to help others in theworkplace?…and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with a few more questions. Interview resources:Favorite quote from Cami:“Keep moving up levels. Every level I moved up, I learned more.”Connect with Cami on LinkedInVisit Brinker InternationalLearn more about the podcast host Bruce WallerCheck out Bruce's books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success toSignificance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the WorkplaceFind Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books) Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track. Connect with Bruce on LinkTreeSubscribe to Bruce's Blog “Move to Inspire” Get relocation support for your next household goods orcommercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company

In this episode of The Sunlight Tax Podcast, I'm excited to share something I've been working on for a long time, my new book, Taxes for Humans. This book is for freelancers, artists, and self-employed folks who want to finally understand their taxes and take control of their money. I talk about why tax education matters so much when you work for yourself, how complicated the self-employment system can be, and why I created a character called the Tax Dominatrix to make learning about taxes a lot more fun and less intimidating. I also explain why pre-ordering the book is such a big deal. It helps make sure Taxes for Humans is available to everyone, including people who can't afford traditional financial education programs.   Also mentioned in this episode: 01:17 Overview of 'Taxes for Humans' Book 02:15 Understanding Self-Employment Taxes 04:12 Navigating Tax Complexity 05:34 The Tax Dominatrix Concept 07:21 Importance of Pre-Ordering the Book 08:45 Accessibility of Tax Education   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share it! Every review makes a difference by telling Apple or Spotify to show the Sunlight Tax podcast to new audiences.   Links: Link to pre-order my book, Taxes for Humans: Simplify Your Taxes and Change the World When You're Self-Employed. Link to pre-order my workbook, Taxes for Humans: The Workbook Join my free class: Make Taxes Easier and Stash an Extra $152k in Your Savings Check out my program, Money Bootcamp Get your free visual guide to tax deductions  

Of all the gifts God gives His children, joy is perhaps the one closest to heaven on earthWho isn't aware just how wonderful it feels to experience true joy? It is as if the Lord has freed a prisoner.When American POWs returned from captivity in Vietnam, the looks on their faces as they emerged from the planes carrying them to freedom…well, no one will ever forget that!Psalm 16:9 says, “Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices; my flesh also dwells secure.”Scripture tells us that we don't escape trouble in this life, but that for the believer, eternal joy waits for us, and the Holy Spirit gives us joy in our daily walk in the here and now.It's also ours for the taking—to reach up and pick this fruit that feeds our souls. Sometimes simply making the choice to embrace a joyful spirit is the key to having a blessed day.Let's pray.Lord, you did not create us to be defeated or to be sad. Father, your Spirit brings joy in big and small moments, sustaining us for our journey. Thank you for joy. In Jesus' name, amen.  Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.

In this conversation, Marshall and Nick discuss their experiences and observations from the recent SEMA show, focusing on the impact of tariffs, attendance trends, and the collision of traditional and modern marketing methods. They explore the challenges faced by the detailing industry, the energy dynamics at trade shows, and the lessons that can be learned for future business strategies. The discussion highlights the need for businesses to address underlying issues before they escalate and the importance of adapting to changing market conditions.Chapters00:00 SEMA Reflections and Perspectives03:04 Impact of Tariffs on SEMA06:06 Attendance Challenges and Industry Dynamics08:47 Collision of Old and New: Social Media vs. Traditional12:02 The Weird Energy at SEMA14:49 Business Lessons from SEMA24:25 The Positive Impact of SEMA25:58 Ignoring Problems: Consequences in Business29:44 Lessons from SEMA: Addressing Issues Head-On36:00 The State of SEMA: Observations and Concerns41:32 The Future of SEMA: Adapting to Change

Seasons change — and so does the rhythm of our work.In today's short “Behind the Mic” reflection, I want to tell you a little about why things on the Ideal Practice podcast might sound a little different for a while — and what's coming next.Over the next few months, I'll be alternating between short reflections and replays of some of my favorite episodes that are packed with value. This new rhythm gives me space to create something I'm really excited about — the self-paced, DIY version of my live course, Evolve. Whoooeeeee….!Ever wish you had a roadmap to help establish a solid foundation and grow your practice at your own pace — without adding more to your already full plate? This will be for you.So tune in today for a quick, heartfelt update about honoring your own seasons, working with intention, and our evolution as practice owners.Sometimes the most generous thing we can do is to create space for what's next.That's what I'm doing here. This week's message is brief, but important. And hey! Why don't you shoot me a note and let me know what you think about my plans. Am I on the right track here? :)I think I am.

"Honoring your own boundaries is the clearest message to others to honor them, too." - Gina Greenlee Check Out These Highlights:  I love this quote because treating yourself well is as essential as treating others well. Wouldn't you agree? I want to explore the concept of saying no respectfully to honor oneself and others. If you've been listening to my podcast for a while, you know I always share my CSA with you, so when you are ready to look at your communication superpowers and blind spots, I have it available for you. I am adding that link to my show notes so you can easily access it.  Before I delve into the topic of saying no respectfully, I want to share some foundational communication knowledge with you and recommend that you take my CSA – the link is in the show notes. About Connie Whitman: Known for her energetic, passionate, heart-centered, and enthusiastic approach to sales, teaching, and coaching, Connie Whitman has served as the CEO of Changing the Sales Game for over 25 years, helping business owners, leaders, and sales teams build powerful organizations.  Connie is a four-time #1 International Best-Selling author, including her book ESP (Easy Sales Process): 7 Steps to Sales Success, as well as a speaker and podcast host. Her inspiring teaching, transformational tools, and informative content help business owners and salespeople increase their revenue streams by enhancing their communication skills.  She is thrilled to share inspiring content on her international podcasts "Changing the Sales Game" and "Enlightenment of Change."  How to Get In Touch With Connie Whitman: Website:   https://changingthesalesgame.com Email: Connie@changingthesalesgame.com Free Gift: https://changingthesalesgame.com/communication-style-assessment/

Send us a text and let us know what you think!In this episode Rachel returns to Texas Toast Podcast to visit with Miss Helen about her recently released EP, "Small Town Beauty Queen.  A native of Gun Barrel City, Texas, LaRen grew up in a world that was both “gritty and pretty,” inspired by icons like Miranda Lambert and Kacey Musgraves. After moving to Nashville in 2019, she leaned into her songwriting roots, creating music that balances small-town rawness with a dreamy, modern edge. Following her 2022 EP Cowboys Don't Change and tours with Josh Abbott Band and Kat Hasty, LaRen's sophomore project, an EP titled Small Town Beauty Queen (due out 10/3), digs deeper into her story, pairing timeless country twang with indie-pop shimmer. With Small Town Beauty Queen, LaRen continues to prove that her free-spirited artistry is as bold as it is relatable – a little bit wild, a little bit glam, and all heart.Support the show

What are some ways you can build the Kingdom through your business right at home? In this episode, Jeff and Jarrod discuss: Boldly and unashamedly preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ.Freedom through obedience.Business to support the ministry.Take care of things at home first.  Key Takeaways: Growth often needs to happen slowly and deliberately to support the leaders and the development of the community.Teach people to fish. Be willing to go on the journey with them at the necessary speed. Not everything needs to be done immediately. Change happens in God's time.Start with your business. There are needs at home, not just overseas.Things can get messy when you run a Kingdom business because you become aware of people's lives and challenges. Start there.  "What we know to be true is that sound business principles are the same around the world, and if a ministry is pushing back when you ask just simple questions about accountability, KPIs, and transparency, you need to ask more." —  Jarrod Brown About Jarrod Brown:Jarrod Brown is the founder and CEO of Mission Lazarus, a nonprofit organization using development initiatives to help individuals live abundant lives, now and forever. Mission Lazarus focuses on medical, educational, economic, and spiritual development initiatives in isolated and remote villages in Honduras and Haiti. Jarrod moved to Honduras in 2001, where he lived for nearly 13 years. Jarrod is also the founder and president of Lazarus Group, the holding company for numerous for-profit endeavors, including San Lazaro Coffee and Lazarus Artisan Goods, that are used as tools for sustainable discipling. Jarrod has degrees in International Business and Spanish. He is passionate about finding sustainable solutions in ministry and business to transform lives and the Kingdom. Today, Jarrod and his wife Gabi call Magnolia, Texas, home. They have three children, Aiden, Levi, and Soledad.  Connect with Jarrod Brown:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/missionlazarus/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missionlazarus    Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdvFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Show SummaryOn today's episode, we're featuring a conversation with Navy Veteran David Boone, a retired Rear Admiral and President and CEO of the San Diego Military Advisory Council or SDMAC. SDMAC is a nonprofit that advocates on behalf of the service members, veterans, and their families in the greater San Diego region. Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you about the show. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts about the show in this short feedback survey. By doing so, you will be entered to receive a signed copy of one of our host's three books on military and veteran mental health. About Today's GuestSan Diego Military Advisory Council (SDMAC) President and CEO David Boone is the CEO of SDMAC (sdmac.org) which is a nonprofit that advocates, informs and connects the San Diego military with the community, industry and civic leaders. Previously, he provided consulting services for a wide portfolio of clients in the engineering and construction industry. He was the Executive Vice President and Chief Growth Officer for Michael Baker International responsible for both public and private sector development in the consultant and engineering industry from highway and bridges to water, construction services and planning. Prior to that, he was President of CB&I Federal Services and its successor organization, APTIM Government Services. He joined the CB&I team in December 2013 following a 30 year career in the Navy. He began in Strategic Development, and Business Development then promoted to Chief Operating Officer and then President in the Federal sector of Engineering and Construction, Environmental Services, Energy and Base Operating Services.Mr. Boone retired from the US Navy in 2013 as a Navy Civil Engineer Corps Rear Admiral. His last active duty assignment was the Director of Shore Readiness where he was responsible for overseeing facilities and energy funding and policy for 70 bases worldwide – a $9 billion annual budget. His tours as Commanding Officer included Underwater Construction TEAM ONE (Seabees), NAVFAC MARIANAS (Guam), and NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic.Raised in Yokohama, Japan, high school in Oregon, Mr. Boone first attended the University of Oregon and the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology. He then transferred and graduated from Cal Poly SLO in Civil Engineering with Masters degrees in Coastal Engineering and Construction Management from the University of California, Berkeley. He is a registered professional engineer (Virginia and Florida). He was a Navy contracting officer, a Navy Diver, and maintains a TOP SECRET security classification. He received numerous personal Navy awards, including the Nippon Zenkokai Award from the Office of the Prime Minister of Japan. He is currently a member of the Industry Leaders Council with ASCE Industry Leaders Council | ASCE.Links Mentioned During the EpisodeSan Diego Military Advisory CouncilSan Diego Emergency Action GroupPsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor course Seeking Support. Transitioning from military service can evoke strong emotions. PsychArmor Institute's “Seeking Support” offers service members the tools and resources needed to seek support during and after military transition and into civilian life.   You can find a link to the resource our show notes https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/Seeking-Support   You can find the resource here:  https://psycharmor.org/podcast/chris-jachemic Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

Lauren launches The Regulated Organization series, exploring how stress and regulation affect entire workplaces, not just individuals. She explains how an organization's “nervous system” shapes culture, communication, and trust, and how the Five Ives framework helps bring balance and sustainability to teams. Sign up for the University of Pennsylvania Behavior Breakthrough Accredited CourseLearn about the Staff Sustainability System a proven system to reduce burnout at the rootOther related resources from Five Ives: Blog Post: Why Traditional Employee Wellness Programs Fail (And What Works Instead)Survive Mode: Recognizing When Your Organization is in CrisisWhat are the Five Ives?Podcast:Retain: Sustaining Staff, Culture, and CapacityReinforce- Ensuring that Change becomes Cultural Muscle Memory  Reset: Moving from Relief to Real TransformationStage 1: Relieve — Stabilizing in Survival ModeWhy Women in Leadership MicromanageUnderstanding Burnout & Turnover in Trauma Impacted OrganizationsThe Five Ives Hot Seat: Honest Answers for Hard QuestionsThe Regulated Team: Creating Cultures that BreatheNo Off Switch: Why Regulation Belongs in All Your RolesHive- The Last Stage of the Five IvesThrive- The Fourth Stage of the Five IvesStrive- The Third Stage of the Five IvesRevive- The Second Stage of the Five IvesSurvive- The First Stage of the Five IvesOur Online Programs: Behavior BreakthroughPolicing Under PressureBoard Governance TrainingUniversity of Pennsylvania Behavior Breakthrough Accredited CourseSubscribe to our mailing list and find out more about Stress, Trauma, Behavior and the Brain!Check out our Facebook Group – Five Ives!Five Ives Website websiteThe Behavior Hub blogIf you're looking for support as you grow your organization's capacity for caring for staff and the community, we would love to be part of that journey. Schedule a free discovery call and let us be your guideAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

In this episode of the Care to Change Podcast, April Bordeau sits down with returning guest Kristi Easley, Director of Operations and therapist at Care to Change. Kristi shares her powerful journey of growth through the practice of self-awareness and reflection. Together, April and Kristi explore how looking back at our stories with honesty and curiosity—not judgment—can unlock healing, growth, and better decision-making.They discuss the role of truth-speakers and community in shaping change, the courage it takes to pause in a busy culture, and the importance of aligning our choices with our values. Kristi also shares practical reflection practices, the influence of faith and therapy, and the wisdom she's gained from thought leaders like Brené Brown.This heartfelt conversation reminds us that caring for our future selves means courageously owning our past—both the triumphs and the pain—so we can step into freedom and live in alignment with who we are meant to be.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why self-awareness is essential for personal and professional growthHow defining moments can shape change in our livesThe importance of community and having trusted truth-speakersHow to practice self-reflection without falling into harsh self-criticismQuestions you can use daily to reflect with curiosity and kindnessHow faith, therapy, and vulnerability foster lasting growthPractical first steps if you want to begin your own journey of self-awarenessResources & Mentions:Kristi's powerful redemption story (linked in previous episodes)Brené Brown's work on vulnerability and authenticityContact Kristi at help@caretochange.org or through our Care to Change websiteNext Episode: Join us next week as April talks with Teresa Land about the practice of gratitude journaling—how writing can deepen reflection and help you discover new insights about yourself.

Booked Solid and Still Broke? Hello, hello — and welcome to Greedy Bitch, the podcast for groomers who are done apologizing for wanting more. You've earned it. You've worked for it. And you're not asking permission anymore. It's November — which means most groomers are running on caffeine, sugar, and sheer determination right now. You're booked solid — maybe even a little over-booked — and you can't remember the last time you sat down for lunch. And if you did, there was probably a handful of fur sprinkled in that you meant to blow off… but honestly, you were too tired to care. And yet — you look at your bank account and think, “How the hell am I this tired and still this broke?” Or maybe at the start of the month that number looks satisfying… but by the end, it's just poof. Gone. Listen — you're not crazy, and you're not doing anything wrong. The truth is, the system we were all taught is broken. We were raised in this industry — from baby groomer to business owner — to believe that busy means successful. But busy doesn't always mean profitable. So today, we're going to talk about what's really going on when you're booked solid and still broke— and how gratitude for your clients doesn't mean giving away your boundaries. Alright, let's be honest about what's really happening here. Most groomers? We price with our hearts instead of our calculators. We want to be fair — but fair to who? Because nine times out of ten, it's not fair to us. Sometimes we look at a yorkie and think, “Oh, that'll take me no time,” or “They've been coming forever; I'll keep her the same price.” That's sweet… until you realize that “same price” hasn't budged since gas was two-fifty a gallon. And the truth is that yorkie doesn't take you much time because you've invested thousands on the right products, education and learned the hard way. You can't hand a pair of shears to a person who's never groomed and get the same result, you've earned and learned. We need to treat ourselves as the professionals we are. You wouldn't expect your grocery store to “feel out” the price of milk every week. They don't stare at you at checkout while you scan the carton and go, “Hmm, this one looks friendly — let's knock off a dollar.” or when the price goes up they don't say “She's been coming forever, we won't charge her the new price.” They don't feel guilty or bad when prices change. But somehow, that's exactly what we do with our grooms. If you're booked out four weeks or more, and it's not 100% with your soulmate clients, you've outgrown your prices. That's not a compliment — that's your business waving a red flag saying, “Hey! You're overdue for a raise.” And then there's this thing we all do — we over-give to show gratitude. We tell ourselves, “They're such good clients; I'll throw in the teeth brushing,” or “I'll squeeze in Fluffy one more time.” But real gratitude isn't self-sacrifice — it's sustainability. Discounts are not thank-yous; they're quiet resentments waiting to happen. You know that feeling when you give someone a deal and they still complain? Yeah… that's the sound of your boundaries cracking. People pleasing isn't good business. You can't build a stable business by constantly bleeding value in the name of kindness. When you undercharge, you're teaching your clients exactly what your time is worth — and they'll believe you. And listen, your kindness is amazing, but it's not a business strategy. The goal isn't to squeeze in every dog or please every person. The goal is to build a business that feeds your life, not drains it. So, if you're sitting there nodding, thinking “Yeah, that's me,” don't beat yourself up. You were never taught the math side — just the hustle side. But that's what we're here to fix. Alright — let's zoom out for a second. We've spent so long measuring success by how busy we are that we forgot to ask if any of it actually makes sense. If the phone is ringing off the hook, if people are fighting to get in the door or have to wait 2, 4, 6 weeks, that's good right? Because here's the truth: Full doesn't mean successful — profitable does. A packed calendar without profit is just organized burnout. You've just color-coded your exhaustion. And I know you love your clients. I know you're grateful. But gratitude doesn't mean giving until you've got nothing left. I know for me I have had instances that I wanted to give and give because that's what felt good, giving of my time, my energy, my skills. I like to be liked. For better or worse, real gratitude starts with fair exchange. Everyone gets value — including you. There needs to be an equal exchange, not just being a martyr. You give your skill, your time, your care. They give payment that reflects the real cost of that. That's how it's supposed to work. You can't pour from an empty bowl. You can't groom from an empty bank account. It's not selfish to want to breathe — it's strategic. When you're rested, confident, and financially stable, you do better work. Your grooms look better. You're kinder to the nervous dogs. You're more patient with that chatty client. You come from a place of peace, flow and confidence. That's gratitude in action. Your business should serve your life — not the other way around. And busy? Busy is not a badge of honor. It's a blinking warning light that says, “Hey, you're running on fumes.” We absolutely have busy seasons but there is difference between ‘I'm busy as I'm prepping to take 2 weeks off” or “I'm squeezing in a few extra grooms before thanksgiving or christmas” If you're constantly turning potential soulmate clients away, that's your business whispering, “It's time to level up.” Raise those prices. Tighten your schedule. Value your time. Because your clients — the right clients — don't want a burned-out groomer. They want someone who loves what they do. We all know a groomer who over a decade has gone from passionate, patient and excited to burned out. They will tell you how every customer is cheap, takes advantage of them and how every dog is ‘poorly behaved'... or they've gone into full denial mode where they're wearing rose colored glasses and they're emotionally and physically numb. It's like that meme where the dog is sitting in a chair while the whole room is on fire saying “this is fine”. The truth, for better or worse, is the only way to keep loving what you do is to make sure it also loves you back. When you shift from being thankful to being valued, everything changes — your confidence, your income, your energy. And let me tell you — that's when the magic happens. So, let's talk about what that shift looks like in action. Because what I don't want you to just nod along and go, “Yeah, she's right,” and then dive right back into 12-hour days or 7 day weeks. You don't need another pep talk — you need a plan. Here's the truth: you don't have to overhaul everything overnight. You just have to start closing the gap. Start small. Raise one service that you don't want to do anyway. Add one new fee to set boundaries with a pocketbook hit. Enforce matting or late fees on one client that you don't care if they leave anyway. (And honestly if they left, you might even be relieved). Change one thing that makes the numbers work a little more in your favor and take back some of your power. If you're booked more than four weeks out, you've already earned a price raise. Period. You don't need anyone's permission — your schedule already gave you the green light. Then look at your client rotation. Are these clients maintaining their grooms, or are they stretching it? If half your book is eight-week doodles that come in matted, you're not running a sustainable schedule — you're running triage. Ask yourself this: which services are stealing your time without giving a real return? Because those “bath and tidy” appointments that take almost as long as a full groom? They're not a deal. They're stealing money out of your pocket.. Try this simple shift — add a small policy fee for things like late arrivals or matting. Those aren't punishments; they're boundaries you get paid for. It teaches clients that your time has value. And listen, I know numbers can feel intimidating. But numbers don't care about feelings — your peace of mind does. You've already proven the demand. Now it's time to make the math reflect it. If this hits home — if you're nodding along thinking, “Yep, that's me,” — that's exactly what the Price Increase Masterclass walks you through step by step. How to calculate your ideal rate. How to communicate the change without guilt. And how to handle pushback like the confident professional you already are. You don't need to work harder. You just need to start charging like someone who's already earned it. Because you have. This isn't about greed. It's about gratitude — gratitude for the skill, the sweat, and the soul you've put into your craft. So this week, pick one small change that honors that. Just one. You know, before we wrap up, I just want to remind you of something simple. You're already doing the hardest part — showing up. Day after day, you care for pets, deal with people's emotions, and somehow keep your sanity through the chaos of busy season. That takes grit. That takes heart. So please — give yourself the same grace you give every nervous dog on your table. You know the one — shaking, scared, and just trying their best? You talk to them softly, you move slowly, you let them know they're safe. Or the cocker who has crapped for the 3rd time on the table, and mom swears she took him out before she brought him? We both know she's lying but it's not the dog's fault, and you're patient, you're kind. You deserve that same kind of care from you. Gratitude isn't about pretending everything's fine or ignoring how exhausted you are. It's about acknowledging your effort — the hours, the skill, the love you pour into this work. Thank yourself by charging what your services are worth. Thank yourself by taking a real lunch break, and eating real food. Thank yourself by not answering texts after hours. That's what gratitude looks like in real life. Busy season doesn't have to mean burnout season. You don't owe your peace to anyone — not even your best client. So before you start your next groom, take one deep breath. Let it out. And remind yourself — I am worth it. You've got grit. You've got gratitude. And, my friend… You've got this. If today's episode hit home, share it with a friend who needs to hear it — because we're all in this together. And if you're ready to finally make your hard work pay off, check out the Price Increase Masterclass linked in the show notes. This is your season to stop just surviving — and start thriving. Until next time, Stay kind, stay confident, and as always — stay greedy, bitch. PRICE INCREASE MASTERCLASS https://www.savvygroomer.com/pimc

Marcie R. Rendon, citizen of the White Earth Nation, is the best-selling author of Where They Last Saw Her, and acclaimed author of the Cash Blackbear crime series, the most recent is Broken Fields.Rendon's poetry, Anishinaabe Songs for the New Millennium, was released in 2024; and Stitches of Tradition, a picture book, Oct 2024.Mni Giizhik Theater is producing Rendon's scripts Say Their Names and Sweet Revenge in 2025 and 2026. Out of Hand Theater, Atlanta, GA is producing Say Their Names in November 2025.Rendon was the 2020 MN McKnight Artist of the Year, she was named a 50 over 50 Change-maker by MN AARP and POLLEN in 2018, and was listed in Oprah's 2020 list of 31 Native American Authors to read. Website: https://www.marcierendon.com/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MarcieRendonMN/*****************About SinCSisters in Crime (SinC) was founded in 1986 to promote the ongoing advancement, recognition and professional development of women crime writers. Through advocacy, programming and leadership, SinC empowers and supports all crime writers regardless of genre or place on their career trajectory.www.SistersinCrime.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sincworldwideInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sincworldwide/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@sincworldwideBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sincworldwide.bsky.socialTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sincworldwideeTikTok:: https://www.tiktok.com/@sincnationalLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sisters-in-crime/The SinC Writers' Podcast is produced by Julian Crocamo https://www.juliancrocamo.com/

On today's Labor Radio Podcast Daily: Organising for a Change digs into the reform vote and the real fight ahead for labor. In labor history, on this date in 1919, a deadly clash between American Legionnaires and Wobblies erupted during the Armistice Day Parade in Centralia, Washington. Quote of the day: Eugene Victor Debs. @wpfwdc @AFLCIO #1u #UnionStrong #LaborRadioPod Proud founding member of the Labor Radio Podcast Network

Resilience and stamina aren't just about pushing through tough times—they're about adapting, recovering, and finding steady footing when life or work shifts unexpectedly. Change, whether planned or forced, tests both our emotional strength and physical endurance. Building true resilience means cultivating habits that help you reset quickly, maintain perspective, and keep moving even when the path feels uncertain. It's not about avoiding setbacks but developing the mindset and structure to grow stronger because of them. In this show, we share a solid model to help us reset when facing setbacks and change. Full article with free download at: https://goalsforyourlife.com/resilience-stamina Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com #dailyhabits #staminarecovery #personalgrowth #mentalendurance #buildresilience CHAPTERS: 00:00 - The Power of After 01:24 - What Resilience Really Is 05:03 - Resilience Energy Plan 07:19 - The RESET Loop Explained 14:07 - Long-Term Durability Strategies 16:05 - Strengthening Body, Mind, Relationships 18:19 - Building Resilience Without a New Life

We are more connected today than we ever have been. Digital Devices, the web, and social media keep us in constant contact with updates, breaking news, and everyone's latest activities and accomplishments. We are able to witness both the best and sometimes the worst of people, many of which we don't even know.And wile there are many benefits to being able to connect through technology, there are also a few devastating drawbacks including the cost of comparison!We are in a series entitled "Discovering You." The point and purpose of this series is to help you discover you - the real authentic you and the one God created you to be. In the first podcast episode, I talked about the essence of your identity including who or what we mistakenly tie our identity to versus where we should actually anchor our identity.In this episode, we are going to cover the cost of comparison, and yes...there is a significant cost to be paid when we spend our time, energy, and emotions comparing ourselves to others. The cost of comparison is the thief of joy!  Show Notes:"The Truth," song by Megan Woods"The truth is I am my Father's childI make Him proud and I make Him smileI was made in the image of a perfect KingHe looks at me and wouldn't change a thingThe truth is I am truly lovedBy a God who's good when I'm not good enoughI don't belong to the lies, I belong to YouAnd that's the truth"7 Costs of Comparison:TimeMental and Emotional EnergyUnnecessary AnxietyMisaligned PurposeThe Wrong GoalsDistracted FocusLack of ImpactInstead of Comparing, Do These Things Instead:Be grateful. Psalm 139:13-14 says that God created you, and you are "fearfully and wonderfully made." We have been created with great care and reverence by God, who designed us with unique qualities and a specific purpose. We need to go to God first to gain clarity about ourselves. I love this quote from Louie Giglio in his great devotional book Grace and Glory:"God made you with uniqueness and specificity. He knows your talents and gifting. He wove them into you. He knows your strengths and weaknesses. He wrote down all the days of your life in His book before you were born. He knows how you're wired, what you enjoy, and what brings you to life because He made you in His image, and He invites you to be a daughter or son of His kingdom.You don't need affirmation or acceptance from others around you - you have everything you'll ever need from your perfect and loving heavenly Father. You can willingly take up humility in every interaction around you." - Louie Giglio, Grace and GloryWe need to trust God's feedback and guidance. We need to embrace His love for us.Psalm 139:16 says: "Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them." God is the Creator of us and the maker of momentsWe need to know His purpose and follow His path for us. We can seek Him and get answers to the key questions in life: Why am I here? Where do you want me to go? And what do you want me to doWe need to stop comparing ourself or our journey to other people and their journeys. This includes appreciating our strengths and our quirks. Change the words and your mindset from "If Only" to "I'm grateful"...and from "I have to" to "I get to."We need be faithful with our calling, even if others don't understand it.We need to ask for, surrender, and submit to God's leadership in our lives.We need to stay focused on the mission He gave us, not the one He gave to someone else.We need to trust that the same God who created and called us...will equip us. Comparison can cause you to feel inadequate, but God will provide everything you need...to do the things He has called you to do and truly become the person He created you to be.New Episodes of the Monday Morning Moments Podcast are released every Monday on your favorite podcast platforms as well as on YouTube. We also release The Coach's Corner segment on Thursdays.

Marianne Williamson is a best selling author, spiritual teacher, and political activist who has twice run for the Democratic nomination for the US Presidency. Her teachings on spiritual development have reached millions around the world and Oprah Winfrey describes her as ‘One of the most influential women of the modern spiritual world’. Marianne is now bringing her powerful live show to Australia, continuing her mission to awaken hearts and minds around the world. In this thought-provoking conversation, Marianne and Jess explore the beauty and challenge of becoming at every stage of life. They dive into the gifts of menopause as a “second puberty,” the courage it takes to rise above trauma, and how to disarm self-sabotage. Marianne shares how faith, self-care, and spiritual practice can help us find peace in a noisy world. This is an episode for anyone ready to reconnect with their resilience, purpose, and inner power. Know someone who'd find comfort in this episode? Why not share it with them by tapping the 3 dots above ⬆︎ and passing it on LINKS: Marianne’s upcoming live series - An Evening with Marianne Williamson: The Power of Love and the Practice of Change - will invite you into a conversation on reclaiming our inner peace and collective purpose in a world increasingly marked by division, anxiety, and disconnection. Ticket information here: Melbourne: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/event/130062D8AF6A233B Sydney: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/event/130062D9D8CB31EA Brisbane: https://events.humanitix.com/marianne-williamson-live-inner-light-outer-change If you loved this chat with Marianne we think you'll love Jess's previous episodes with Melissa Leong here If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Marianne Williamson Executive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Video of this episode is hereTakeawaysModell's was started by my great grandfather in 1889.Our whole business was centered around the customer.Nike's shift to direct-to-consumer changed the landscape.Private labels became essential for survival.Under Armour struggled to break into footwear.Customer loyalty is built through community engagement.Facing bankruptcy taught us valuable lessons.Health and wellness trends are reshaping retail.Adaptability is crucial in the retail industry.The most precious thing we have is time. Chapters00:00 The Legacy of Modell's Sporting Goods03:10 Adapting to Change in Retail05:49 Challenges in the Sporting Goods Industry08:13 The Rise and Fall of Under Armour10:48 Dix's Dominance in the Market13:08 Facing Financial Challenges15:49 Lessons Learned from Bankruptcy18:24 The Importance of Community and Culture22:47 Customer-Centric Retailing25:17 The Importance of In-Store Experience26:33 Health and Wellness Trends in Retail28:45 The Role of YPO in Business Growth32:13 Personal Resilience and Health Awareness36:03 Lightning Round: Insights from a Retail Leader

If you're curious as to whether you have any stored emotions or trauma that might be causing your illness, preventing you from achieving your goals, or even just showing up as the best, authentic version of yourself, I invite you to take my free Stored Emotions and Trauma QuizWhat if the things that frustrate you most are actually guiding you where you're meant to go?In this episode, I open up about the unexpected lessons that came from leaving Boulder and moving to Colorado Springs, how what felt like resistance at first became one of the most transformative periods of my life. It started with a single decision made during the pandemic and led to a deeper understanding of purpose, community, and what it really means to live in alignment with your values.Every uncomfortable encounter, every judgment, and every lonely moment became a message I almost missed. There's a pattern in the chaos, a trail of breadcrumbs that leads you back to yourself. Sometimes the signs are subtle. The question is whether you're awake enough to see them.You'll Learn:[00:00] Introduction[02:43] Why one unexpected move during the pandemic became a spiritual wake-up call[06:58] How a simple parenting choice revealed a deeper message about alignment and values[09:42] What happens when your surroundings mirror the beliefs you've outgrown[12:31] The moment judgment turned into connection[16:08] How learning to see beyond religion opened space for empathy and authentic community[18:42] The real reason resistance often signals a lesson in disguise[21:06] Why collective chaos can reveal personal purpose when viewed through a divine lens[24:17] How to tell when triggers are actually invitations to self-leadership[27:35] What it means to follow your own breadcrumbs toward a more conscious, intentional lifeFind More From Dr. Stephanie Davis:Dr. Stephanie Davis | WebsiteQuantum Rx | InstagramQuantum Rx | Skool

Half of corporate change initiatives fail. Not because your people resist—but because your leadership model does.In this powerhouse conversation, Bernadette Boas sits down with Dr. Mary Lippitt, founder of Enterprise Management and author of Leader Sheep: Saving the Herd, to expose why “command and control” leadership is killing transformation—and what actually drives sustainable change.After four decades leading transformations across industries, Dr. Lippitt reveals the five critical components that make change stick—and why most leaders get them wrong. You'll discover:Why announcing the vision and delegating the rest guarantees failure.How to turn resistance into real progress (and why “change” feels bad but “progress” feels empowering).The hidden ingredient missing from every leadership competency framework.The four monthly team questions that build trust, creativity, and commitment.If your organization is stuck in change fatigue, this episode will rewrite how you lead.Chapters / Timestamps: 00:00 – Why 50% of Change Initiatives Fail 02:00 – Meet Dr. Mary Lippitt and the Origin of Leader Sheep 04:30 – Why the “Command and Control” Era Is Over 07:00 – How to Turn Resistance into Progress 09:00 – The 5 Components That Make Change Stick 10:00 – Vision: Crafting Change People Believe In 11:00 – Competencies: Building the Skills for Change 12:00 – Incentives: The Secret to Motivation and Buy-In 14:00 – Resources and Action Planning: Leading with Clarity 18:00 – Why “On-Time and On-Budget” Doesn't Equal Success 20:00 – The Generational Shift in Leadership Expectations 22:00 – How to Engage Passive or Silent Team Members 25:00 – The Power of Pilots and Peer Advocacy 27:00 – Four Monthly Questions That Build Trust and Innovation 29:00 – Respect as the Foundation of Modern Leadership 31:00 – The One Habit Every Leader Should Start TodayConnect with Dr. Mary Lippitt: enterprisemgt.comWhether you're an HR executive, change leader, or CEO, this episode is your roadmap to turning failed initiatives into thriving transformation.

SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Early during the US War in Vietnam, incompetent American advisors to the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN), who is also incompetent, get incredibly mad as they attempt to get them to fight the Viet Cong, despite the fact the Americans never bothered to tell the ARVN about the battle plan, and every ARVN commander on the ground has to ask for permission to do any command position in a game of telephone that goes all of the way up to the President of South Vietnam. Sources: David Elliot. The Vietnamese War: Revolution and Change in the Mekong Delta 1930-1975 David Halberstam. The Making of a Quagmire: American and Vietnam During the Kennedy Era. Neil Sheehan. A Bright Shining Lie: John Paul Vann and America in Vietnam. https://www.armyupress.army.mil/Portals/7/educational-services/staff-rides/VSR/Ap-Bac-Vietnam/Material/Ap-Bac%20Preliminary%20Study%20Guide%20V1.0.pdf https://www.historynet.com/the-battle-at-ap-bac-changed-americas-view-of-the-vietnam-war/

Send us a textHave you ever meditated on the thief on the cross next to Jesus? In this week's episode of More Than a Song, I explore Melanie Penn's powerful track “Man On The Middle Cross,” a song sung from the perspective of that repentant criminal. His story—one of mockery turned to mourning, and ultimately to mercy—invites us to reflect deeply on the grace of salvation. Join me as we dive into Luke's Gospel and uncover the beauty of redemption through the eyes of a man who received eternal life in his final moments.Key PointsThe thief's perspective reveals grace. Melanie Penn's song gives voice to the repentant criminal, highlighting the radical mercy of Jesus and the simplicity of salvation through faith.Mourning and mocking are central themes in Luke's crucifixion account. These emotional responses reflect both the sorrow of loss and the rejection of truth, offering rich ground for reflection and study.The thief was a real person with a real encounter with Christ. Engaging Scripture with the understanding that its characters were real helps deepen our connection to the biblical narrative.The criminals were likely rebels, not petty thieves. Their crimes were serious—possibly insurrection—making the thief's redemption even more astonishing and powerful.Jesus was treated like a criminal, though He was innocent. He fulfilled Isaiah's prophecy by being “numbered with the transgressors,” showing His identification with sinners.Salvation is a free gift, not earned. Romans 6:23 reminds us that eternal life is given by grace, not merit—just as the thief received it in his final moments.Scripture ReferencesLuke 23:32–43 Luke 22–24 Isaiah 53:12 Romans 6:23Romans 3:23 Bible Interaction Tool Exercises (BITEs)Read in Context. Read and Listen to Scripture. Read Scripture Out Loud. Repetition. Word Study. Compare and Contrast. Remember the People Were Real. Additional ResourcesDownload the free Episode GuideStory behind the song "Man on the Middle Cross" - Melanie Penn on Friday With Friends - Bonus EpisodeComplete lyrics to all of the songs on her album, The Rising – A Resurrection Album, with Scripture references for you to explore - A gift from Melanie Penn herself! Click Here for the PDF.Learn more about my favorite Bible Study Software with a 30-day free trial and links to my favorite Bible resources - Logos Bible Software Affiliate LinkThis Week's ChallengeRead Luke 22-24 several times over several days. Make a list of every example of mourning. Make a list of every instance of mocking. Journal your observations and thoughts around both. Consider that the repentant criminal on the cross was a real person with a genuine experience of Christ and is truly in paradise with our Savior to this day. Believe in the Lord like this man and allow repentance to lead you to a right relationship and eternal salvaPurchase your copy of A Seat at the Table today! Change your music. Change your life. Join my free 30-Day Music Challenge. CLICK HERE.

Light Pollution, Space Parasols, and Salvaging SatellitesIn this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle a range of thought-provoking questions from listeners. From the effects of light pollution on stargazing to the intriguing concept of a space parasol for climate control, this episode is packed with cosmic curiosities and insightful discussions that will leave you contemplating the future of humanity in space.Episode Highlights:- Light Pollution and Night Sky Visibility: Mark from Connecticut wonders how quickly the night sky would become visible if all electric lights suddenly went out. Andrew and Jonti discuss the immediate effects of light pollution and the importance of dark adaptation for optimal stargazing, emphasizing the impact of atmospheric conditions on visibility.- Geoengineering and Space Parasols: Doug raises the question of whether a parasol at Lagrange Point 1 could help mitigate climate change. The hosts explore the feasibility of such a project, discussing the challenges of scale, technology, and the implications of geoengineering on the Earth's climate system.- Salvage Rights in Space: A listener inquires about the ownership of defunct satellites and the potential for salvage rights in space. Andrew and Jonti explain the current legal landscape surrounding space debris, the challenges of recovery, and the evolving nature of space law as commercial interests grow.- Searching for Extraterrestrial Life: Robert from the Netherlands asks about the role of radio waves in searching for alien civilizations. The hosts delve into the efforts of the SETI program, the challenges of detecting signals, and the potential of the Square Kilometer Array to listen for extraterrestrial communications.For more Space Nuts, including our continuously updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music Music, Tumblr, Instagram, and TikTok. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favorite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/about.Stay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.

In this tactical episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros reveal how understanding yourself is the real key to self-belief, discipline, and lasting success. It's raw, real, and guaranteed to shift how you think about growth. Hit play and meet the version of you that finally believes it's possible.Learn more about:

November can feel gray and sluggish in the classroom. This episode shares five simple classroom energy boosters to re-energize both you and your students. We walk through the five Cs of classroom re-energizing: Change, Connect, Create, Celebrate, and Center. Each C is full of practical ways to add small sparks of novelty. You'll learn how tiny shifts, like tweaking your classroom ambiance or building connection through gratitude, can make a big difference. These strategies break routines just enough to rekindle excitement, boost engagement, and bring warmth and delight back to your classroom - one tiny shift at a time!Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-energy-boosters/Resources:Relax Kids: The Wishing Star: 52 Magical Meditations for Children Relax Kids - Aladdin's Magic Carpet: Let Snow White, The Wizard of Oz and Other Fairytale Characters Show You and Your Child how to Meditate and Relax The BrickInstagram: James Cook @jamescookartworkJoin the Teacher Approved Club!Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave a review on Apple Podcasts.Leave a comment or rating on Spotify.Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 37, Holiday Behavior Management Tips to Help You Survive Until Winter Break!Episode 51, Teacher Work Smarter Tip: Plan for Inside Recess NowEpisode 53, How Teachers Can Name What Matters to Survive the Mid Year SlumpEpisode 230, How to Keep Students Engaged Through Every Season of the School Year

The world of photography marketing is about to change… again.In this episode, the team reveals how AI agents (not just ChatGPT prompts) are becoming full-blown digital workers that can run tasks inside your business — from building ads to updating workflows to sending client emails — all without you clicking a single button.But here's the real kicker: AI is about to choose which photographers get recommended to clients.Just like Google changed the industry years ago, AI is becoming the new search. Clients will stop Googling “family photographer in my area”… they'll ask AI, and the AI will decide who shows up.If you want to be on the list the AI recommends, this episode gives you the first steps. Perfect for photographers who:Want more inquiries without spending hours on marketingWant to stay ahead of industry shifts (instead of reacting too late)Want more time shooting and less time on busyworkThis isn't hype — it's happening right now.Why You Need to Listen:Search is dead. Conversational booking is here. Clients won't browse websites… they'll ask AI, and AI will choose who to hire.Change your website language or get left behind. It's not about SEO keywords anymore — it's about matching what AI is being asked.AI can now DO work inside your business. Build a funnel. Start a Facebook ad. Send the weekly update email. Fully automated.Stop wasting hours on admin. AI agents handle repetitive tasks so you can focus on client experience and creativity.Early adopters will win big.Those who prepare now will become the photographers AI recommends.Join the Difference Maker Revolution!Take the first step toward creating a photography business that makes a difference. Visit Difference Maker Inner Circle to learn more about transforming your business through proven strategies and mentorship.The Difference Maker Revolution podcast helps you grow your photography business by teaching you how to:Generate highly targeted leads.Increase conversions with ideal clients.Build long-term client relationships.Create consistent, predictable revenue.This show is hosted by industry experts:Steve Saporito: Serial portrait studio owner and photography educator.Jeanine McLeod: Family portrait photographer specializing in joyful, storytelling photography for parents.Jonathan Ryle: Photography marketing funnel specialist.Ronan Ryle: Board of Directors of the PPA, Professional Photographers of America.Tune In for Real-World StrategiesGain insights from professionals who know what it takes to build a successful photography business. Whether you're looking to increase client satisfaction, improve your sales, or align your work with what clients truly value, this episode is packed with actionable advice.Through fun, educational, and inspiring discussions, the Difference Maker Revolution aims to help you create a healthier society through photography.

What if “enough” wasn't a number — but a moment? This conversation explores the quiet art of leaving nothing essential undone. We talk about the trap of “more” — more savings, more time, more planning — and how it steals the urgency that makes life vivid. To die with zero regrets isn't to die empty; it's to die complete. Like an artist who finishes a painting not because it's perfect, but because it says what it needed to say. We explore how generosity, timing, and intention turn ordinary years into extraordinary ones. It's not about consuming your wealth — it's about converting it into meaning. Takeaways: Treat time as your most valuable currency. Design your life around moments that matter. Give forward — not backward. SPONSORS

On today's episode we discuss some of the recent Imprint reporting on how the federal shutdown is impacting youth and family programs like food stamps and Head Start, and one state where the shutdown has prompted gatekeeping of child welfare services. We also review the child welfare priorities hinted at in a Journalist and author Nell Bernstein joins to discuss her new book In Our Future We Are Free: The Dismantling of the Youth Prison. We talked about her goals for the book, what the main drivers of progress have been, and more. Nell Bernstein is a journalist and author. She is a former Soros Justice Media Fellow, a winner of a White House Champion of Change award.Reading RoomFamilies Head to Food Pantries as Congress, Courts and White House Spar Over SNAP Benefitshttps://bit.ly/43mH19zFamilies Head to Food Pantries as Congress, Courts and White House Spar Over SNAP Benefitshttps://bit.ly/4opN7ye‘Unimaginable Hardship' Ahead for Children and Families if Shutdown Continueshttps://imprintnews.org/law-policy/hardship-ahead-for-children-and-families-if-shutdown-continues/268292‘Our Children's Development Can't Wait For Washington's Dysfunction' — Georgia Head Start Programs Among Hardest Hit in the Nationhttps://bit.ly/4qWbwgIFederal Shutdown Prompts Georgia To Gatekeep Vital Child Welfare Serviceshttps://imprintnews.org/top-stories/georgia-child-welfare-shutdown/268521Trump's Child Welfare Leader Vows to Protect Benefits Paid to Foster Youthhttps://imprintnews.org/youth-services-insider/adams-vows-curb-abusive-practice-foster-youth-benefits/268451Trump Appointee Demands States Roll Back Foster Parenting Rules That Aim to Protect LGBTQ+ Youthhttps://bit.ly/485ipojImprint articles by Nell Bernsteinhttps://imprintnews.org/author/nell-bernsteinNell Bernstein's Substackhttps://nellbernstein.substack.com/In Our Future We Are Freehttps://thenewpress.org/books/in-our-future-we-are-free/?v=eb65bcceaa5f 

When trouble is on the horizon, it can be hard to trust in God's promises, and to believe He has a plan for us.The book of Judges in the Old Testament gives us an awesome example of trusting God in the story of Gideon.God called Gideon to lead Israel into battle with the Midianites, who had a sizable army of 135,000 men. Gideon gathered an army of 32,000 men to battle with the Midianites, but despite odds in favor of the enemy, God told Gideon there were too many men in his army. Through a selection process, God whittled the Israelite army down to just 300 men.Though Gideon was afraid, he trusted God to fulfill His promise. And God told Gideon they needed a smaller army so people would know God won the battle, and not some large army.The night of the battle, Gideon and his servant snuck into the camp of the enemy and overheard the telling of a dream. The two Midianites interpreted the dream to mean that Gideon's small army would wipe out their larger army.Reassured, Gideon returned to camp to begin the battle. The Midianites were so frightened, many of them began fighting and killing one another, thinking that Gideon's army was all around them.Proverbs 3:5 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.” Gideon trusted God's plan, even when he didn't understand. Because of his faith, God helped Gideon and the Israelites to conquer the Midianites with an army a fraction of the size of the enemy's.Let's pray.Lord, you are mighty to save. Help us to trust you in every battle. We love you, and believe you have a plan for us. Give us courage to face the challenges in our lives, knowing you are here with us, and you have a good plan. In Jesus' name, amen. Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.

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Send us a textIn today's episode of Evolve Ventures, we open up about the truth behind toxic relationships, why we stay longer than we should, and how guilt can actually become one of your greatest teachers. Together, we peel back the layers of shame, scarcity, and self-blame to show how transformation begins when you finally stop running from yourself. This isn't just our story, it's all of ours. Listen now and learn how to turn guilt into growth.Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today's conversation:#405 | How Parents Emotionally Trap You (Without Realizing It) - https://apple.co/4nN2xvo #449 | How to Know If a Relationship is Safe - https://apple.co/3JQxnVQEvolve Together Experiences:

Send Mary and Kelsey a Message!Before Waiting on the World to Change, Gravity, and Say, , there was Room for Squares - John Mayer's smooth, suburban soundtrack to every early-2000s crush and quarter-life crisis. In this episode, Mary and Kelsey dive track by track into the album that made acoustic pop cool, unpacking its Y2K charm, lyrical angst, and why “No Such Thing” still hits as your go-to AIM away message.Support the show Instagram: @whentheypoppedpodTikTok: @whentheypoppedpodEmail: whentheypoppedy2k@gmail.comWebsite: linktree.com/whentheypopped Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=85610411

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Joseph Varghese from Success Circles, Life and Fitness Coach Jen Rulon and Alice Frankel from The Clutcher Pillow.     Ready to level up without burning out? In this episode, Joseph Varghese, founder of Success Circles, shares how accountability, community, and a little play can completely transform the way you chase goals. If you're tired of “hustle culture” and want a more joyful, sustainable path to success—this one's for you. Read more at: https://successcircles.com/     Meet Jen Rulon — a 15x Ironman triathlete, life coach, and author helping women turn midlife transitions into powerful reinvention! She guides women through perimenopause, empty nests, and life's plot twists to rebuild strength, clarity, and purpose. Read more at: https://jenrulon.com/   Meet Alice Frankel, the co-inventor behind The Clutcher Pillow —the groundbreaking, ergonomic body pillow transforming the way side sleepers rest. From a late-night dream to a life-changing sleep solution, Alice is helping people wake up pain-free, supported, and energized! Read more at: https://theclutcherpillow.com/     Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes. Chapters (00:00:00) - Starting a Business in 2020(00:00:27) - Passive to Profit(00:01:58) - What's the One Startup Myth(00:05:05) - Why Accountability Is So Difficult(00:07:12) - In the Elevator With Success Circles(00:08:38) - How Do Authenticity and Leagueness Work Together?(00:10:23) - What kinds of success stories do you share with your Peer Group?(00:16:36) - The Law of Attraction(00:17:44) - Living Life as a Game(00:22:57) - Apple Orchard Visits(00:23:15) - Passive to Profit(00:24:45) - The Cruise Call(00:25:43) - The Power of Having a Coach(00:30:47) - Dan Sullivan on Progress and the Business of It(00:35:11) - How AI is Affecting Your Business(00:36:04) - Michael Gerber's Top 5 Blind Spots(00:37:43) - In the Elevator With AI's Trainer(00:38:29) - Joseph on the Road to Entrepreneurship(00:39:45) - What's The Secret to Having a Great Podcast?(00:40:49) - 5 Reasons Why Do You Call Me G.I.(00:41:22) - GI Joe vs. ChatGPT(00:42:54) - How AI Is Affecting My Business(00:49:13) - How to Make a Marketing Plan With AI(00:50:31) - What AI Would You Want to See?(00:52:49) - Intellectual Property: AI and Business Use Cases(00:53:46) - Passage to Profit(00:56:25) - Trade Dress in the News(00:59:17) - 15 Times Ironman Triathlete Jen Rulon on Training(01:04:35) - Jennifer Rulon on Finding the Strength in Her(01:06:19) - Have you found the transition to coaching athletes?(01:08:15) - How to Change a Mindset(01:10:40) - Jen's Fight for Alcohol in Her Life(01:12:43) - Jennifer Ellington on Her New Book and Retreat(01:13:50) - Elise Frankel With The Clutcher Pillow(01:14:48) - Meet the Clutcher Pillow(01:17:47) - How to Make a Dream Pillow(01:24:24) - Getting a Good Sleep(01:25:30) - Clutcher Pillow(01:29:50) - Passage to Profit: The Need for Personal Prayer(01:31:07) - 7 Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind(01:33:37) - Developing a Routine for Entrepreneurs(01:36:25) - Passage to Profit

Prayer Moment 2 of 4 in NovemberPrayer for Open Doors and Signs & Wonders1. Gospel Access: Pray for gospel access to difficult places in the Buddhist world (Colossians 4:3-4).2. Favor: Pray for favor for Christians and gospel proclamation in places where persecution is heaviest (1 Cor. 16:9).3. Signs and Wonders: Pray for signs, wonders, healings, miracles, dreams, and visions throughout the Buddhist world (Acts 2:17).