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Are you ready to shake up your content creation game? In this episode, I'm sharing my recent creative journey and the exciting experiments I've been conducting across various platforms. From self-produced songs with ChatGPT to late-night live streaming sessions, I've been pushing my boundaries as a creator. But this isn't just about my personal explorations. It's about uncovering valuable insights for our Business Creator Club Community (https://businesscreator.club/). As we guide our founding members towards becoming “Profit Creators”, we're focusing on two crucial elements. #GoldenBoulders we are exploring today: - The importance of embracing different content types - How to balance low-friction creation with enjoyment - Strategies for delegating parts of your content process - Understanding different audience types Plus, don't miss surprising statistics about podcast listening habits and discuss two critical metrics for long-form content creators! Whether you're a seasoned podcaster or just starting your content creation journey, this episode is packed with insights to help you refine your strategy and connect more deeply with your audience. Ready to level up your content game? Let's dive in! Timestamped Overview: [00:02:00] Business Creator Club update — shoutout to founding members [00:03:30] Why frequency + consistency matter more than perfection [00:06:50] Deep dive: How people really consume podcast content [00:08:15] Two key metrics to focus on: CTR and average view duration [00:09:45] Podcast metric tips: 7-day downloads and completion rate [00:10:15] What is a podcast, really? (The controversy begins) [00:11:30] Fake interview trend — why it's hurting creator trust [00:13:40] Message > Microphone: Stop obsessing over gear [00:15:00] Should you record video podcasts, too? Yes — here's why [00:17:05] The numbers: 97M downloads, 120K new podcasts in May 2025 [00:18:30] Why just publishing makes you Top 10% (and what that means) [00:20:30] Listener behavior: Where and how people are actually tuning in Connect with Fonzi: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Connect with LUISDA: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Subscribe to the podcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, or anywhere you listen to your podcasts. You can find this episode plus all previous episodes here. If this episode was helpful, please don't forget to leave us a review by clicking here, and share it with a friend.

Tax gain harvesting is one of the most underused but powerful strategies available to early retirees and those pursuing financial independence. In this episode, we explore how it works, who it's best suited for, and how it can help reduce long-term tax liability.Unlike tax loss harvesting, which involves selling investments at a loss to offset gains, tax gain harvesting is about intentionally realizing gains when you're in a low or zero percent tax bracket—allowing you to reset your cost basis without triggering federal tax in certain situations.This strategy is most effective in taxable brokerage accounts and is typically not applicable to retirement accounts like IRAs or 401(k)s. It tends to work best in years where your income is lower, such as early retirement or transition periods before drawing Social Security.Even with additional income from dividends or part-time work, many people can still benefit from this approach. However, it's important to consider potential state tax implications as well.We'll break down how tax gain harvesting fits into a broader retirement tax strategy, what makes someone a good candidate, and how to use it thoughtfully as part of your long-term financial plan.- Advisory services are offered through Root Financial Partners, LLC, an SEC registered investment adviser. This content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Viewing this content does not create an advisory relationship. We do not provide tax preparation or legal services. Always consult your CPA or attorney regarding your specific situation.The strategies, case studies, and examples discussed may not be suitable for everyone. They are hypothetical and for illustrative and educational purposes only. They do not reflect actual client results and are not guarantees of future performance. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal.Comments reflect the views of individual users and do not necessarily represent the views of Root Financial. They are not verified, may not be accurate, and should not be considered testimonials or endorsements.Participation in the Retirement Planning Academy or Early Retirement Academy does not create an advisory relationship with Root Financial. These programs are educational in nature and are not a substitute for personalized financial advice. Advisory services are offered only under a written agreement with Root Financial.Create Your Custom Early Retirement Strategy HereGet access to the same software I use for my clients and join the Early Retirement Academy hereAri Taublieb, CFP ®, MBA is the Chief Growth Officer of Root Financial Partners and a Fiduciary Financial Planner specializing in helping clients retire early with confidence.

What would you do? Take a quick $60,000 or wait a little longer for double the return?  In this episode of The Sub2 Deal Show, we dive into a powerful strategy that has changed the game for many real estate investors: the 12 House Blueprint. Learn More About The JV-MAX Partnership Program: https://williamtingle.com/jvmax/ This episode is all about creating a business that supports the lifestyle you want, whether that means retiring early, building generational wealth, or just taking more vacations while you're still healthy enough to enjoy them.

In this episode of Don't Depend on Daddy, Michela is joined by Christina Mychas—pharmacist turned YouTuber and stylist—to talk all things intentional living, personal style, and Christina's signature concept: minimalist-ish. Together, they unpack how to shift from chronic overspending and shame-driven “no buys” to curating a wardrobe (and lifestyle) that feels aligned, elevated, and joyful. Expect a deep dive into capsule wardrobes, finding your outfit formula, buying better, and the behavioral science behind why we shop—and how to stop. If you've ever looked at a closet full of clothes and felt like you had nothing to wear, this episode will change your perspective.TIME STAMPS: Episode Starts at 4:3500:00 – Intro to the episode + quick housekeeping01:50 – Meet Christina: pharmacist, stylist, YouTuber & minimalist-ish founder03:15 – Christina's $120K debt story and the shopping addiction that fueled it06:45 – The “boots under the bed” moment that changed everything08:00 – Starting with a no-buy challenge and what she learned10:15 – Why restrictive no-buy rules often backfire13:00 – Transitioning to minimalist-ish: what it is & why it works15:30 – Wardrobe pain points: occasion clothes vs daily wear18:00 – The power of pausing shopping to discover your actual style20:30 – Christina's process for decluttering with intention (style it vs store it)24:00 – How to identify and build your outfit formula27:45 – Using accessories and texture to elevate basic outfits32:15 – Making seasonal fashion choices with a minimalist lens36:00 – Christina's book, minimalist-ish journal, and final adviceFIND CHRISTINA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christina.mychasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christina.mychasYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristinamychasWebsite: https://www.minimalist-ish.com/Book: https://www.minimalist-ish.com/buy-my-journal

“Crashes don't hurt people who are prepared. They make them rich.” The economy is twitchy, headlines are dramatic, and everyone's waiting for the boom or the bust. In this episode, Jaspreet breaks down how to actually prepare for a market crash, not just panic-Google it when your portfolio turns red. You'll learn: Why cash isn't trash, especially when assets go on sale The rookie mistakes from 2008 that you shouldn't repeat How Jaspreet bought a $120K condo for $8K (yes, really) What separates emotional investors from wealthy ones Why inflation, easy debt, and media hype are the real villains How he invests weekly and stays ready with dry powder Plus: the story of how a zero-down real estate “guru” lost it all and how Jaspreet bought his building for pennies. The crash will come. It's not about if...it's about who's ready. Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://www.briefs.co/market Below are my recommended tools! Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or a podcast). ---------- ➤ Invest In Stocks Passively 1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically: https://theminoritymindset.com/m1 ---------- ➤ Life Insurance 2) Policygenius - Get a free life insurance quote: https://theminoritymindset.com/policygenius ---------- ➤ Real Estate Investing Online 3) Fundrise - Invest in real estate with as little as $10! https://theminoritymindset.com/fundrise ----------

Fares and Josh break down the latest drama in the MMA world. They kick things off with a deep look at the potential Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira matchup (2:19), then ask: Is Islam Makhachev too small for JDM and the welterweights? (7:36). They also unpack the ongoing Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall saga and the viral 120K-signature petition that's putting pressure on the UFC (12:58).Later in the episode, they preview this weekend's UFC Apex card (21:44), react to Dan Hooker's wild $50K backyard brawls (30:34), and close the show with a hilarious pancake story you won't want to miss (34:46) https://www.instagram.com/thehbpod_/

What does it really take to go from six figures in debt to running a multi-million dollar business—without selling your soul, skipping meals, or pretending your life is a highlight reel? In this episode of the Expert Edge, Colin sits down with retail strategist and powerhouse entrepreneur Janine Mix to unpack the real, raw, and surprisingly hilarious journey from financial rock bottom to unstoppable success. This isn't fluff or “just believe in yourself” advice. Janine shares the exact mental, strategic, and emotional shifts that helped her rewrite her money story. You'll learn: Why most broke mindsets don't get solved by making more money. How to stop “building” and start selling (without needing a perfect funnel or 100k followers). The unexpected key to staying grounded when your business starts to scale. If you've ever questioned whether you're too late, too stuck, or too far behind, this conversation will show you what's possible—and how to take the first real step forward.

We're going full throttle as Genesis Week approaches! This episode covers the Ultimate Racing League and Upland racing Finals preview, Sparklet Wars fallout, gold pass debates, and the growing tension in the Upland community. We also dive into the $120,000 prop money prank, community award picks, and what to expect next week.With racing chaos, sharp takes, and classic UPEX banter, Episode 286 hits hard.The UPX Podcast is the ORIGINAL and #1 spot for news, strategy, non-financial advice, and more in Upland. Join 2Stupid2Win & ThankMeLater as they discuss the current events, strategies, and community of the metaverse known as Upland.Sign up for Upland using this referral code discover.upland.me/UPX-Podcast. Earn of 50% bonus on your first deposit up to $100.Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/upxpodcastSHOW DISCLAIMER: The views, information, and opinions expressed on The Upland Property Xperts (UPX) Podcast are solely those of 2Stupid2Win, TML, and any guests of the podcast and do not necessarily represent/reflect those of UplandMe Inc. We are not employed by, or provided insider information from the UplandMe Inc. Nor are we financial/investment advisors. All discussion about properties, types of properties, or any other NFTs in Upland to buy or sell is not financial advice. Please do your own research first. We do not guarantee any particular outcome from participating in Upland. There is potential for loss from participating in the purchase, sale, or investing in Upland and their metaverse.

Send us a text THIS WEEK'S 10  BEST HIGH DIVIDEND GROWTH STOCKSU.S  SELECTORS  (1) common shares (2) dividend yield + 5% (3) # shares traded over 1M (4) operating margins +5% (5) share prices + $25.61 (6) weekly share price gain +5%.QUALIFIERS & SCORES: (1)Antero Midstream Corp (AM) Score 54(2)T. Rowe Price Group Inc (TROW) Score 59 (3) Energy Transfer LP (ET ) Score 62 (4) Franklin Resources Inc (BEN) Score 58 (5)Whirlpool Corp ( WHR) Score 50CANADIAN  SELECTORS (1) common shares (2) dividend yield + 5% (3) # shares traded over 164K (4) operating margins +5% (5) share prices + $25.69 (6) weekly share price gain +1%. QUALIFIERS & SCORES (1) BCE Inc (BCE) Score 44 (2) South Bow Corp (SOBO) Score 47 (3) Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ) Score 67 (4) Peyto Exploration & Development Corp (PEY) Score 59 (5) Topaz Energy Corp (TPZ) Score 50. SCORE CALCULATIONSSTK = Stock Symbol 1= Price $ 2= 4yr ago Price $  3= $ book value 4= advisor buys # 5= advisor strong buys # 6= div. yield % 7=operating margin % 8 = trade volume #   9 = P/E  ratio        US                   1        2        3     4     5      6           7          8       9 | AM    | 18.07 | 9.69 | 4.41 | 0 | 0 | 4.98 | 58.67 | 2M | 21.0 | TROW    |92.74|191.07| 46.40| 0| 0| 5.48|32.96 |1M |10.5 | ET          |17.21|10.11| 10.24 | 10 | 0 | 7.61 | 11.26 |16M | 13.0 | BEN    |20.94 |34.54 |23.89 | 0 | 0 | 6.11 | 5.02 | 5M | 30.3 | WHR      |80.03|246.72 |48.78 | 1 | 0 |8.75 |2.81 |1M |522.9CANADIAN| BCE      | 31.61 |59.34 |18.21 | 1 | 0 |12.62 |12.90 |5M |74.8 | SOBO   | 35.27 | 0 | 17.47 | 1 | 0 | 8.0 | 37.47 |740K |16.6 | CNQ     | 42.53 |20.83 |18.77 | 5 | 0 | 5.53 |27.28 |8M |14.9 | PEY       | 19.03 | 5.78 | 13.63 | 5 | 0 | 6.94 | 17.74 |1M |13.4 | 7TPZ     | 24.20 |14.73 |8.58 |6 | 0|5.62 |31.95 |120K | 68.3Ian Duncan MacDonaldAuthor, Artist, Commercial Risk Consultant,President of Informus Inc 2 Vista Humber Drive Toronto, Ontario Canada, M9P 3R7 Toronto Telephone - 416-245-4994 New York Telephone - 929-800-2397 imacd@informus.ca

While many businesses struggled during the pandemic, some real estate investors found a way to thrive. One of them is Marqus Freeman, a full-time wholesaler from Philadelphia and proud member of the TTP family.In this episode, Marqus shares how he earned $120K during the height of the pandemic—without much prior experience. He breaks down his wholesaling journey, the process he uses to pull leads, close deals, and overcome obstacles, all while staying proactive in a shifting market. If you're looking to break into wholesaling or grow your real estate hustle go to TTP Training Program for more.---------Show notes:(0:45) Beginning of today's episode(3:57) The difference between working as a full-time wholesaler vs. working as a real estate agent(9:35) What brought him into real estate?(17:30) How Marqus got his first $18K deal(23:30) Pulling a list through the MLS(26:29) A recent deal breakdown(32:54) How to deal with a tenant occupied wholesale deal?----------Resources:Max Maxwell Youtube ChannelSean TerryRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert KiyosakiThe 10X Rule by Grant CordoneBe Obsessed or Be Average by Grant CordoneMojo DialerMLSEmail Marqus at: freemass.co@gmail.com To speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community are endless, what are you waiting for?

Live from Nelson Ford in Grand Forks, host Scott Hennen dives into a jam-packed episode filled with local power moves and political fireworks. Mayor Brandon Bochenski shares bold updates on economic growth, value-added agriculture, and a $450M potato plant (yes, really). State Senator Scott Meyer joins in to unpack legislative wins on property tax relief, infrastructure, and why Grand Forks is quietly becoming a national defense and innovation hub. Oh—and things get spicy when listeners challenge Scott's “establishment” credentials. From tariffs to EVs to whether Red Lobster's closure is the end of civilization, this one has it all. ⏱️ Standout Moments: [2:08] – Mayor Bochenski: “Let's make Grand Forks great again” and how he's actually doing it [12:17] – The $450M Agrista Potato Project: from Fufeng flop to French fry future [17:24] – Grand Sky defense campus: 900 jobs at $120K/year and counting [29:57] – Fred Wing's passionate definition of “Republican establishment” sparks debate [41:49] – Scott Hennen's fiery defense: “I've taken no marching orders—ever.” [57:49] – Senator Scott Meyer on the property tax cap and what voters need to know [1:21:00] – Adam Nelson explains the impact of tariffs on car prices and why EVs haven't paid off yet [1:30:02] – Scott: “There are two kinds of people: friends and potential friends.”

Edward Windsor breaks down the negotiation tactics that helped him land a $120k wholesale deal—and how he kept it alive when the seller nearly walked away. From renegotiating numbers to reading the room, this episode is packed with lessons in communication, persistence, and making big deals happen. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:26 - Edward Windsor's Real Estate Business0:55 - What He Was Doing Before Real Estate5:21 - How Selling Timeshares Has Helped Him In Real Estate6:38 - How He Approaches Dispositions In His Business9:21 - The Process He Follows When Renegotiating12:02 - Has A Seller Ever Walked Away From The Deal?14:28 - His Biggest Assignment Fee18:00 - Closing Thoughts & Advice19:45 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Edward Windsorhttps://www.instagram.com/EdwardWindsor/ Website: Edward Windsorhttps://www.rphousebuyers.com/ Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

If you're listening on the day this episode drops, it's your last chance to grab the Write Off Your Real Estate course with all bonuses included—including access to the exclusive mastermind call with Barbara and her top lender. Are you leaving thousands on the table come tax season? In this episode, I'm breaking down the most powerful real estate tax strategies that can help you legally pay less in taxes, boost your ROI, and protect your assets. Whether you're flipping houses, holding rentals, or just getting started with your first property—this is the tax knowledge you can't afford to skip. Tune in to hear:When and why you need an LLC before buying investment propertyThe truth about flipping houses and how to avoid overpaying 15.3% in taxesBarbara's favorite loophole for turning a second home into a tax-deductible officeThe “Self-Rental Election” strategy that can create up to $120K in tax-free incomeWhether real estate losses are actually a good thing (spoiler: yes, if you do it right!)Why you should never invest in a REIT from your business accountThe one mindset shift most new landlords need to truly build wealthHow To Get Involved:Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.When she's not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!Do you have a burning question that you'd love to hear answered on a future show?Please email it to: podcast@yourtaxcoach.bizSign Up For Our NewsletterLife Changing Money PodcastGet Tax Help!

In this episode of Running with Wolves, marketing and sales expert Savannah Jordan shares the story of one client who scaled from $15K months to $120K months in just 7 months—without posting more content. Yup, you read that right. Same offer. Same content volume. Completely different results. Savannah breaks down exactly what changed behind the scenes—think strategic messaging, real-time data analysis, and marketing audits that exposed what was actually working (and what was just fluff). If you're still cranking out content like it's the answer to your sales slump, this episode is your wake-up call. Because the truth is, it's not about more content—it's about better strategy, clearer messaging, and knowing how to speak to the right buyer at the right time. Whether you're selling services or products, this one will show you how to sell more without burning out or overhauling your whole brand.   Got questions? MESSAGE Savannah on Instagram. Want her help scaling your business without doubling your workload? Submit your application to work together HERE.

Washington state's latest "Covenant Home Ownership Program" is taxpayer-funded discrimination disguised as housing assistance. They're literally handing out $120,000 down payments based on skin color while poor white families and even wealthy black homeowners foot the bill through recording fees. The program has helped a whopping 200 families (sarcasm intended) in a state of millions, requiring applicants to somehow qualify for $7,000 monthly mortgage payments on modest incomes. Is anyone surprised this virtue-signaling exercise won't actually close the homeownership gap? Officials claim success while most eligible recipients can't meet credit or income requirements to use the program. Another example of politicians congratulating themselves while taxpayers fund their empty gestures. Subscribe and share to expose more government waste masquerading as progress!

In today's episode of The Wolf Of All Streets, I sit down with UFC legend Kamaru Usman to explore his incredible journey in crypto - from losing and recovering $120,000 to navigating the risky world of meme coins. Kamaru shares his experiences with Bitcoin, his cautious approach to crypto endorsements, and his vision for empowering youth through blockchain technology in Nigeria. Join us for an eye-opening conversation packed with wisdom, laughs, and real crypto talk! Kamaru Usman: https://www.instagram.com/usman84kg ►► JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NEWSLETTER, DELIVERED EVERY WEEKDAY!

Join us today as Andrew Parish from Arch Public, Eleanor Terrett, journalist and host at Crypto America, and John Deaton, former U.S. Senate candidate and founder of CryptoLaw US, dive into the latest developments in crypto and regulation. Can Bitcoin really hit $120K this quarter? What's next for the crypto markets? Let's find out! Unleash algorithmic trading with Arch Public: https://archpublic.com/ Andrew Parish: https://x.com/AP_Abacus Eleanor Terrett: https://x.com/EleanorTerrett John Deaton: https://x.com/johnedeaton1 ►► JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NEWSLETTER, DELIVERED EVERY WEEKDAY!

#339 Are you overcomplicating your marketing? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we're joined by Alban Brooke, Head of Marketing at Buzzsprout, who helped grow the company from just 2,000 customers to over 120,000 active podcasts. Alban shares why so many marketing efforts fail — not because of bad tactics, but because of a lack of clarity around who you're speaking to and what message you're delivering. We explore the fundamentals of effective marketing, how to identify your ideal customer, and why chasing every new platform or funnel often leads to burnout. Alban also opens up about his unconventional journey from law school to software, how homeschooling shaped his approach to work, and the power of following your energy instead of forcing strategies that don't align. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by all the marketing noise, this episode will help you refocus on what actually works — so you can build a business that's both effective and sustainable! What we discuss with Alban: + Why most marketing efforts fail + The three core marketing questions + Alban's journey from law to software + How homeschooling shaped his work style + The power of following your energy + Why podcasting is a nurture channel + Content marketing that actually converts + The myth of podcast SEO + Growing Buzzsprout without paid ads + Doing what doesn't scale — on purpose Thank you, Alban! Check out Alban Brooke at AlbanBrooke.com. Check out Buzzsprout at Buzzsprout.com. Follow Alban on Twitter. And follow us on: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Youtube Twitter To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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#311 From $120,000 in debt to millionaire by 40 — how did he do it? In this episode, cross-posted from The Personal Finance Podcast, Justin Williams sits down with host Andrew Giancola to share his incredible journey from being $120,000 in debt to achieving financial independence by the age of 40. Justin opens up about the challenges he faced after dropping out of college with one semester left, how he built a successful business, and the pivotal moment when he turned his financial situation around through real estate investing and strategic risk-taking. He also reflects on the lessons he learned from early mistakes, his surprising success with Bitcoin, and why building systems and taking calculated risks were key to his success. This conversation is packed with valuable insights on business, investing, and the mindset shifts necessary to create lasting wealth! What Justin discusses on today's episode: + Dropping out of college with $120K debt + Early business failures and lessons learned + Turning things around with real estate investing + Scaling a business using systems and leverage + Bitcoin success story — buying at $75 + Balancing risk and reward in investing + Achieving financial independence by 40 + Lessons from business partnerships gone wrong + Why mindset matters more than intelligence + The importance of financial freedom beyond money For more information go to MillionaireUniversity.com To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. And follow us on: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Youtube Twitter To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Our guest Jeremy Steele preaches from Exodus 19:7-9.Rev. Jeremy Steele is a pastor and writer. With a loyal following of over 120K on TikTok and a thriving community of 200-300 members in the Discord group (affectionately dubbed 'Not Church'), Steele is a pastor and writer who helps those who are burned, bored, or curious about spirituality explore beliefs and discover a purpose greater than themselves. His new book, How to Not Suck as a Christian, challenges harmful religious practices and calls people of faith to build a more inclusive, just, and compassionate Christianity.

Mariah Magazine is an SEO consultant and educator who has built her business around making SEO accessible to online business owners. Her journey from a frustrated 22-year-old to a successful SEO expert highlights the power of self-awareness, personal branding, and the role of YouTube in growing a business. Mariah made $120,000 this year with her SEO consulting and education business, where she does the opposite of what most business coaches tell you to do: she gives a lot away for free. She earns 6 figures without an agency and with just a small audience by growing her tutorial-based YouTube channel, selling low-cost digital products, and offering one-off client consultations. She credits her commitment to authenticity, serving her audience, and relationship building as key pillars of her success.   Ready to join a niche publishing mastermind, and hear from industry experts each week? Join the Niche Pursuits Community here: https://community.nichepursuits.com Be sure to get more content like this in the Niche Pursuits Newsletter Right Here: https://www.nichepursuits.com/newsletter Want a Faster and Easier Way to Build Internal Links?  Get $15 off Link Whisper with Discount Code "Podcast" on the Checkout Screen: https://www.nichepursuits.com/linkwhisper Get SEO Consulting from the Niche Pursuits Podcast Host, Jared Bauman: https://www.nichepursuits.com/201creative

In this episode of the Personal Finance Podcast Money Q&A, we're going to answer some questions about are you truly diversified and how to protect your wealth for your future?  Today we are going to answer these questions:  Question 1: Are we diversified enough for retirement without Social Security or pensions? Question 2: I'm rolling over $120K into a Fidelity Roth IRA—how do I invest it without feeling overwhelmed? Question 3: I have a $7K/month military pension but little savings—how should I build wealth in my 50s? Question 4: Should I shift my son's $130K 529 plan into safer investments as college gets closer? Question 5: How can I build charisma to improve my professional connections and confidence? How Andrew Can Help You:  Don't let another year pass by without making significant strides toward your dreams. "Master Your Money Goals" is your pathway to a future where your aspirations are not just wishes but realities. Enroll now and make this year count! Join The Master Money Newsletter where you will become smarter with your money in 5 minutes or less per week Here! Learn to invest by joining  Index Fund Pro! This is Andrew's course teaching you how to invest!  Watch The Master Money Youtube Channel! , Ask Andrew a question on Instagram or TikTok.  Learn how to get out of Debt by joining our Free Course  Leave Feedback or Episode Requests here.  Car buying Calculator here Thanks to Our Amazing Sponsors for supporting The Personal Finance Podcast. Shopify: Shopify makes it so easy to sell. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at  shopify.com/pfp Chime: Start your credit journey with Chime. Sign-up takes only two minutes and doesn't affect your credit score. Get started at chime.com/ Thanks to Fundrise for Sponsoring the show! Invest in real estate going to fundrise.com/pfp Thanks to Policy Genius for Sponsoring the show! Go to policygenius.com to get your free life insurance quote. Go to joindeleteme.com/pfp20 for 20% off! Indeed: Start hiring NOW with a SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/personalfinance Turn your business dream into reality! Apply now at www.oneday.org/pfp  Go to Acorns.com/pfp and start automating your investments and get a $5 bonus today!  Links Mentioned in This Episode:  The 1-3-6 Method For Building & Managing Your Emergency Fund How to Access Your Retirement Funds Early! 7 Financial Scams to Watch Out for in 2024 12 Amazon Scams You Need to Watch Out For! Connect With Andrew on Social Media:  Instagram  TikTok Twitter  Master Money Website  Master Money Youtube Channel   Free Guides:   The Stairway to Wealth: The Order of Operations for your Money  How to Negotiate Your Salary  The 75 Day Money Challenge  Get out Of Debt Fast  Take the Money Personality Quiz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Another Government spending controversy was discussed on the show yesterday - with a €120,000 x-ray scanner for the National Gallery being left unused since its purchase in 2017.Today, Kieran is joined by Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Arts, Culture, Communications Media and Sport and Fine Gael TD for Limerick County to discuss why he thinks it will actually be put into use soon…

Tánaiste Simon Harris has said the discovery that a scanner bought for over €120,000 for the National Gallery has never been used raises "serious control issues".The scanner, which has been lying idle since it was purchased, is the latest spending controversy to arise within state-funded organisations.There still has not been a suitable lead-lined room found for the special X-ray machine eight years on.Gabija Gataveckaite, Political Correspondent with The Irish Independent joins Kieran to discuss.

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On this episode of The Founder's Sandbox, Brenda speaks with Chasity Lourde Wright. Chasity is inventor and founder of Infiltron  Software Suite LLC. Infiltron operates in the cybersecurity space; a Service disabled-Veteran owned and women-owned small business. Infiltron offers quantum-resistant cybersecurity solutions for decentralized digital identity, digital assets, and AI governance, utilizing proprietary post-secure encryption. Its patented technology integrates AI, blockchain, and quantum-resistant encryption to provide advanced cyber resilience, compliance enforcement, and real-time threat mitigation across multiple industries, including aerospace & defense, fintech, smart cities, and EVs.   Chasity, as inventor, speaks about her team and how creativity in the work place is necessary for  enhancing innovation on really tough problems like Cybersecurity. As the CEO of Infiltron, Chasity Lourde Wright is also a former USAF Aerospace Engineer, Intel Officer, and Cybersecurity Instructor with extensive experience in cybersecurity, AI governance, and national security. She was part of the team that developed reconfiguration capabilities for the USAF C-130 and contributed to the creation of the CMMC framework since its inception in 2019. Additionally, she has engaged in high-level cybersecurity and AI governance initiatives, including industry collaborations, government advisory roles, and proprietary innovations in quantum-resistant encryption, AI security, and blockchain-based compliance solutions. Her expertise extends beyond participating in NIST challenges, encompassing leading-edge cybersecurity development, policy influence, and defense sector innovations. You can find out more about Chasity and Infiltron at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/infiltronsoftwaresuite/ https://infiltron.net/     Transcript: 00:04 Hi, I'm pleased to announce something very special to me, a new subscription-based service through Next Act Advisors that allows members exclusive access to personal industry insights and bespoke 00:32 corporate governance knowledge. This comes in the form of blogs, personal book recommendations, and early access to the founder's sandbox podcast episodes before they released to the public. If you want more white glove information on building your startup with information like what was in today's episode, sign up with the link in the show notes to enjoy being a special member of Next Act Advisors. 01:01 As a thank you to Founders Sandbox listeners, you can use code SANDBOX25 at checkout to enjoy 25% off your membership costs. Thank you. 01:19 Welcome back to the Founder's Sandbox. I am Brenda McCabe, your host of this monthly podcast in which I bring entrepreneurs, founders, corporate directors, and professional service providers who, like me, want to effectuate change in the world by building resilient, scalable, and purpose-driven companies. I like to recreate a fun sandbox environment with my guests. And we will touch on not only their purpose, 01:47 and what has driven them to create their own businesses. But also we're going to touch upon topics such as resilience, purpose-driven, and scalable sustainable growth. Today, I am absolutely delighted to have as my guest Chasity Wright. Welcome, Chasity. Hey. Thank you for having me. 02:13 Super excited to talk about how Infiltron has evolved and the lessons learned and how we're preparing to relaunch in 2025. Excellent. And it's perfect timing because I've known you for a couple of years now. Yeah. Right. So Chasity is CEO and founder of Infiltron Software Suite, a company that's headquartered out of Atlanta. 02:40 She is oftentimes in Los Angeles because she's working largely in the defense market and cyber security. So I wanted to have you on my podcast because you have gone further in building your business. So you and I met, I want to say back in 2022, you came out of the Women Founders Network cohort. 03:08 kind of very early stage. One of the events that I was a host of was the Thai So Cal Women's Fund. And you weren't yet ready for investing, but we struck up, I would say a friendship and I admire many things about you as, and we'll get into it in the podcast here, but you touch. 03:35 quite a few or check of quite a few boxes for my podcast. You says, so you are a woman owned veteran and women owned business. You are a veteran of the Air Force. You're in deep tech and you're by park and queer. And so there's many many boxes that you check and it was difficult to kind of hone in on what I really wanted to bring into the podcast today, but we're going to we're going to start from here. 04:05 I always like to ask my guests to start with kind of their origin story. I, when I first met you, right, in private conversations, got to hear your origin story and why you do what you do, what your firsthand experience while on missions, right, that really informed your aha moments to create infiltrant. 04:33 as a cybersecurity company. So tell us a bit about your origin story, Chasity. So, I mean, my origin story has, if you can imagine all of these different paths kind of streamlining into one path. So one of those paths would be a little black girl born in Georgia, still seeing dirt roads and... 05:01 being able to go to the country and work on a farm and, you know, just still having that connection to the past, you know, and not necessarily the past in a bad way. So athletic, played ball in college, went to Clark Atlanta University, you know, the HBCUs are a big hurrah right now, but they've always been one. 05:29 I grew up with one in my backyard, Fort Valley State, which is in Fort Valley, Georgia. So, you know, roughed it with the boys, played in the backyard with the boys, always been a boys girl, cousins, neighbor. We're all still close. We all still play sports when we meet. So it's like an adult play date, so to speak. But also, you know, 05:58 raised religiously, you know, I'm in Southern Baptist Church, two parent household, maybe lower middle class, but middle school was very transformative for me because they decided to mix in everybody. So it was my first time, you know, being in a more diverse population in school. 06:25 And, you know, music is a big thing for me as well. I DJ, I make music. That's the creative part of me. And I found a lot of people in deep tech to do something with music. So, yeah, so, you know, that's my like early years background. And then coming through, I decided to go into the Air Force. I actually took off between my junior and senior year at Clark Atlanta. 06:52 Um, there I was majoring in global leadership and management. Okay. And went in and I was in for eight years. I was an aerospace engineer, uh, got deployed several times, uh, to different places, and that kind of brings us to why Infiltron exists and, um, on one of those deployments, I was a part of a network takedown. 07:21 And it was, whoo. I mean, I don't mean to quote the pitch deck story, but it is what it is. I wrote it because that's the way it felt. It was catastrophic. So just imagine the city of Los Angeles losing power out of nowhere. The rail stops working, Sinai has no power, so all of the medical equipment is no longer working. 07:49 The internet's completely gone and not rebooting like it normally would. Your energy grid is down. That is what I experienced in one of those deployments. And I was a part of Iraqi freedom and Afghanistan. I was a part of both of those wars. And when we came, you know, we got everything back. Thank God we were smart enough to ship. 08:19 brand new equipment. Okay, you know, so you know, we weren't able to get there. Yeah. I mean, I mean, that's part of our job. We're engineers. And when you're in the middle of nowhere, there's no calling HP. There's no calling Cisco. Like you got to know how to do what needs to be done. There was there was a lot of makeshifting. I can be I came out of Air Force, I could be a mechanical engineer to 08:45 because we had to figure out how to make components on the fly. It was just so many things. Innovation, right? Like you had to be innovative. You had to be adapt quickly while keeping the mission as a focus. So just imagine something that catastrophic and something similar has happened. I feel like Colonial Pipeline was something that is known now in the US for sure. 09:15 that had similar elements of what we experienced in being deployed. Yeah, and that was two years back. And SolarWinds is another one. I generally refer to those because people generally gasp, even non-technical people, because they know how damaging it was. So we can reuse. Normally, when the equipment goes down, 09:44 Unplug, right? Plug back in. Reboot. Yeah, reboot. But that was not happening. And what we found out in the debrief was that quantum was used. So quantum simplistically is about frequencies in this context. It's about frequencies. And frequencies matter in so many aspects of life, from spirituality all the way through tech like what Infotron has. So... 10:14 What they did was they basically zeroed out the frequencies of our satellite communications. And I believe that they created some frequencies that damaged other equipment. So these are things that again we found out in the debrief. And I wasn't really able to talk to that probably when we met because I wasn't sure if it was unclassified yet. 10:42 But as soon as Biden started talking about quantum initiative, which was back in 2022, when we were in, I was like, everything's hitting it the right time because we were literally in Techstars LA space. And Biden pushed the quantum initiative. And I'm like, see, told you, because a lot of people, a lot of people doubted what I was saying because of the year that I said it had happened. And as. 11:09 we started to grow out our team. There are other veterans on our team from different branches. And of course we war story swap all the time. And those other two people work for like NSA and they did kind of the same thing, telecommunications. And I'm telling the pitch desk story and they're sitting there like, yep, yep. That happened to us too. And I'm like, when? 11:38 And they're saying different years. So at that point, we understood it. It happened more than once. So that's why Infiltronic. So what's Infiltronic? So let's bring it back to, Yeah. So you leave, you leave service after eight years after also experiencing that. I still feel like I'm a part of it because I do consult them still. Right. So it'd be great. So. 12:08 And once in the Air Force forever? Always. Well, I really would have been in Space Force. Yes. Yeah. Well, you heard that here on the Founder Sandbox. The next, yes. So for my listeners, again, you check a lot of boxes. Deep tech, women in STEM. What is it exactly that? 12:37 your suite of services. All right. So Info-Trans software, right, has two patents now. And on your landing page, it says, our patented solutions, solutions utilize adaptive artificial intelligence, advanced quantum encryption and blockchain technology to deliver real-time cybersecurity for a wide array of applications. Later on, we'll get into smart cities, but 13:06 including the internet of things, smart devices, legacy systems, hybrid data, signals and devices. All pretty, pretty understandable, but what is it that Infiltrion software is able to do that others are not? So we're able to create a easier way for businesses to migrate their devices. 13:36 and their software, so their applications that they use, maybe they've developed them themselves, we provide a way for them to easily migrate those entities over into a more quantum-proofed infrastructure. So we created what we've trademarked as quantum encapsulation. So just imagine something being encapsulated. And basically we've created, 14:05 a brand new method of leveraging quantum, the AI, we leverage it for the pro-activeness. So in lieu of just waiting for threats to happen to our clients, we go look for the threat. So we want to go be where the bad guys are and find out and bring that information back and update the solution in real time to provide protection for all of our clients in real time. 14:33 That's how we leverage the AI. The blockchain is kind of leveraged to kind of make sure that people, things like devices, aren't on networks that shouldn't be. So it's kind of, I mean, we use it for what blockchain was pretty much basically developed for, and that's a ledger. So keeping up with the transactions of what's happening. 15:03 in a client's infrastructure. Fantastic. So it's largely a B2B business, yours, right? We do. We have B2B, but we've been approached several times here recently by consumers. Because now, because of the biometric protection aspect of our solution using the quantum encapsulation, we can protect, say, 15:32 Halle Berry from deep fake, being deep faked, or, you know, protecting her likeness from being used without her knowledge in movies, CGI'd into movies. So it's kind of getting a little bit more consumerish as we iterate, right? Yeah, and we were briefly speaking before the podcast recording, Chasity and I, and... 15:59 I've known her for years. She's a very private person, would not allow photographs. So I told my producer, I'm certain Whitney Chastity's not going to be sending us a picture, but you said yes, that you might, because you do have biometric, artificial intelligence, safeguards that can actually discover deep fakes, right? Yes, yes. Yep, if it didn't come from us, if it wasn't checked back from us, 16:29 It wasn't approved by the person. So it's kind of pretty much that simple. Amazing. Well, later on in the show notes, we will have how to contact you at Enfield Tron. So you are in the startup ecosystem. Again, you travel a lot. You're between Washington DC, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and actually the Bay Area. Yeah, the Bay Area. Right. So. 16:58 Revenue can be elusive, right? How? Especially in tech, and especially in these really large markets that I call deep tech. Deep tech and leading edge, bleeding edge, right? People don't know what they're actually buying, right? Or what they don't even, they probably don't even know that they have a need, right? What's been your strategy at Infiltron to keep the revenue flowing while maintaining also a pretty playful, innovative culture? 17:27 You talked about your team and so talk, that's kind of two questions. So how have you kept revenue coming, right? While not going out for dilutive funding yet, but tell us a little bit about how, what's your business model? So the business model in itself is set up for B2B and we also have a licensing element there. So if they, for instance, 17:56 a Fortune 500 company who has a cyber team, right? They have an internal cyber team. If they want to license out the patents that we have and kind of customize it or create or build off of those, use it as a baseline for what they need for their systems, we offer that as well. But let me just put it out there. But back to your question, how do we keep it fun? So the team... 18:25 The original team members, should I say. So we met about seven years ago at a place called the Gathering Spot in Atlanta. So the Gathering Spot is a community and they just opened one in LA and I do go to the one in LA too when I'm there. But it's a community of people, creatives from creative people to deep tech people like myself and everything in between. 18:55 We went to a black tech event at the gathering spot and found ourselves not being able to get into the actual room. So we ended up, because they have a bar and everything at the gathering spot. It's a social club too. It has a club aspect to it too, but you can network there, have meetings there, meet all types of people. I mean known people, I mean it's a great 19:25 great concept, shout out to Ryan. But we found ourselves at the bar, and we're looking at each other. We knew each other because we had been introduced by the Hellbrella person, Tracy. Yes, yes. Because they had done some things for her with a previous startup that she had, development-wise. So we're all sitting at the bar, and we're looking at each other like, but we're the real tech people. 19:55 We do it. It's like we don't really take people. Um, we can't even get in there. We like, we know the organizers and personally and everything. So let's start a company. Well, what we did was we launched, um, what we launched kit labs. And it was literally right down the street from the 20:23 and connect to the community. So we had, it's not far from the AUC and the AUC is where Morris Brown, Morehouse, Spelman and Clark Atlanta are. Got it. So a lot of times you would come in there and find some of the founders, cause this was founded by myself and like six or seven other black tech founders. The ones that were outside. Drinking like, you know. 20:53 That's where we had that conversation. You know, the conversation started at the bar, being outside of that first Black Tech meetup, so to speak, with Joey Womack, who is a part of Goody Nation, who we did get a 50K grant from back in 2020 through Google for Startups. Let me just say this so much. We were so interconnected. I mean, Atlanta is Wakanda. Don't let anybody tell you anything different. 21:21 It's definitely Wakanda. But literally, not even a mile away from the Gathering Spot, we opened up Kit Labs. It's a smart lab where we can tinker with stuff. We're engineers. We're tech people. We need something. We need a makerspace. We don't necessarily need a space that is compared. The Gathering Spot was a little bit more buttoned up. 21:46 And then what we needed, we needed to be able to throw things and make things. We had everything from like 3d printers to, um, VR, AR headsets. I mean, you, anything in tech. Innovative fun. It was in, is in that lab. Um, but that's where around today. So we dissolved it. So it's been dissolved. What one of, one of the founders, he unfortunately transitioned. Um, 22:15 So, you know, and he was kind of like the pillar of it. And it kept going for a while, but it was just a lot of people like myself, it was two female founders, Dr. Nashley Cephas, who herself is from Jackson, Mississippi. I'm shouting out everybody, right? She's from Jackson, Mississippi, and she bought 10 acres in downtown Jackson, Mississippi and started a nonprofit called Bean Pad. And he basically took the concept of what we were doing at Kit Labs and brought it to our hometown. So. 22:44 Um, and it's so funny. She actually founded it on my birthday. So I was like, okay, I can dig that. Um, uh, but, but no, but we're still connected. Everybody still works with each other. You know, if I have to come in and do some things around cyber for a contract or, you know, commercial or whatever client that they have, I do like we, we all kind of still work together on each other's things. So that has allowed you to bring in some revenues, right? 23:14 through its service context. Yeah. Oh, for sure. For sure. Consultant wise, cause they're like, I think people may look at Infotron and think that there's not a human touch piece there, but if you're dealing with me, there's always gonna be a human touch point there because we have to consult the client. We can't assume, you know, we cannot assume. 23:41 what you need, we have to actually have a conversation with our clients throughout the process, even after we possibly have set up the platform for you, trained your people on it, there still needs to be an element of communication, human communication, right? But the team, we've been working together for about seven years. Yes. 24:10 Infiltron has been around for five, going on six years now. So, you know, I mean, respect, mutual respect, we're still kids at heart. I mean, we grew up wanting to be engineers. So, you really can't take the light of innovation out of an engineer unless they're just at the point of not wanting to do it anymore. So we're always, what I've found is most people in any engineering discipline are very, 24:39 curious and forward thinking. So we, and we kind of, we're kind of like a community. We are community and not kind of like, but we are community of folks that contribute to each other's, you know, projects. Yeah. Mm-hmm. And not just, not just business-wise, but personally, like we, I mean, we've been around each other for almost a decade, so. 25:04 there's been kids born and like I just said, one of our founders transitioned, like we've been through some things together that have brought us closer together. And you can, I believe when you have a team like that, and we're all diverse, you know, we have a team like that that cultivates innovation, for sure. You know, I've had a few guests to my podcast and I also write about this, 25:35 Creativity is only possible or it's greatly possible when you create a fun environment and make games out of things and have, right? And set up teams. So I think a shout out to you and what you've set up at Infiltron and in its earlier rendering at Kit Labs, just creating an environment that allows for what ifs, right? Is key. There are a lot of what ifs in cyber. 26:04 I bet you there. So I have a boatload of questions here. One is, before we get into your fundraising path, again, I mentioned earlier you have two patents that have been issued. What is post-quantum encryption technology in layman language? Post. 26:32 Quantum encryption technology. So there is definitely confusion out there that has been addressed. And because there is a difference between post secure quantum and encryption. There's a difference. So. Excellent. 27:02 Post quantum encryption, it is designed to protect data from quantum computers. So. And that's done through the encapsulation? For us, that is how we provide the protection, the encryption. That is the quantum encapsulation is a method of encryption with Involtron. So the current encryption. So you have things like RSA. 27:32 elliptical curve, which elliptical curve is more widely used and kind of being marketed as quantum encryption. It is, it is, it's on the list of quantum protections, right, or quantum methods of encryption protection. So companies like Okta use ECC a lot. But what's happening is that quantum computers are being built now. Yes. Like right now, there's no... Yeah, the cost is going down. 28:02 Yeah, there's no waiting five years from now. Like I urge anyone under the sound of my voice to prepare now for quantum computer attacks. The same thing that I describe happening to us when we were deployed, it's gonna happen. And again, I alluded to feeling like 28:33 situations like Colonial Pipeline and SolarWinds were, I feel like they were tests because there were so many different elements of what we saw in the deployment that happened in those two cases. Yeah, because I'm sitting there and think it's like 2020, 2021, 2019 actually, it started. I think this didn't know, but. 28:59 And it's still going like 20, SolarWinds was still going, the last time I checked SolarWinds was still unraveling. Like it's still, still going. But back to the question. So for us, quantum encapsulation for us is breakthrough. So NIST has had these challenges, right? Where they put out bidding for companies, 29:27 researchers, because a lot of people that are in the quantum space, whether it's physics, mechanics, are generally found in academia. They're not at Infiltron. They're not at QED. They're just not there, right? It's very far in between, and we generally have to lure them. Or we have to do something like partner with them on... 29:53 grants, like the STTR grants. Like that's the only way, generally the only way that we can probably connect with the academia or pierce them and have them work with us. And they usually through that take all the funding, but it's, you're still. Exposed, right? You're exposed, but you're also getting the expertise that you possibly need and can't rightly find in the freelancing world. Yeah. So it generally works out in the long run. 30:23 Um, but so our encapsulation is a, is a breakthrough method because I look at it like this, NIST is holding these challenges and nothing against NIST. We're connected. I contribute to NIST and everything, but they are holding these challenges. And basically they're telling the hackers what people are going to the framework. 30:49 what people are gonna have to adhere to when they create their quantum algorithms to protect their devices and data. You know, you're giving away the secret ingredients. So like, even if they don't know specifically your algorithm, they know what you've based it off of. And that gives it like a tiny thread can unravel a whole t-shirt, right? So I look at it like that. So... 31:15 And even before, you know, we were already developing things before NIST put out these challenges. We are in alignment. We can adhere and do it here to the framework that they're putting out because, you know, you have the DOD space who definitely follows their framework, especially when it comes to the risk management framework. So they're going to follow NIST regardless. They're going to follow their framework, whatever they put out about cybersecurity protection. 31:44 The DOD space and all of its agencies are gonna follow that. However, being in the cybersecurity space every day, seeing what is happening and knowing that you've given some clues, some contextual clues to the malicious hackers about what you're using as a baseline to build your algorithms will, guess what? What we have is not that. Like we are... 32:12 One of the things that differentiates us right now, because I'm sure as quantum cybersecurity continues to grow legs, so to speak, people are gonna start using the more, less susceptible to hacks by quantum computers method. So you have things like multivariate hash code. So these are some of the 32:40 quantum properties that you can use that are not generally hackable by a quantum computer. They won't be hackable by a quantum computer. So we leveraged some of that. It was like, if I'm built, I looked at it like this, I've been in cyber, I've been in tech for almost 20 years. I know I don't look it. I get it all the time. You don't have to say it. I've been in tech for almost 20 years. I've been, and when I was in the air force, we call it InfoSec. It's the same thing. And that dates me. 33:08 If I say, if you hear somebody say InfoSec, trust me, they've been in cybersecurity for at least 20 plus years. So, but it's cybersecurity, that's what it is. And I've seen the changes and I've paid my dues too. Like I didn't, when I got out of the Air Force, I was just, side note, like I cut grass and loved it. I would go back and do it if I can make these results. So then like, it's very, it's very fulfilling. Don't let anybody fool you. Like I love, but I like being outside, but. 33:38 Um, my first tech job though, I literally went through the phone book. Cause this is like still, you know, internet was not quite what it is now, of course, but it was like still growing. And I went through the yellow pages and went through the aerospace companies and called all of them and was like, Hey, let's just get out of the air force, look for a job. I don't care if it's an intern or co-op and L3 L3 before they merged with Harris. Uh, 34:08 they created me a co-op. And, but again, still in touch with, cause you know, L3 is a huge government contracting company, right? And in the satellite communication space, cause they're in line with my background. And so I've seen it all. I've seen the changes of InfoSec into cybersecurity. And now we're entering a new frontier with quantum cybersecurity. So I've been here, 34:37 maybe at the latter part of the info set, but definitely through the cybersecurity and here for and to forge some guidelines and pathways in the quantum cybersecurity space with Inflotron. So when you know Inflotron was founded in 2019, I was like, okay, if I'm gonna start 35:03 something new in cyber and we hadn't even gotten to the quantum piece yet. They hadn't even gotten to me yet. Like it started like I was getting downloads. Yeah. Because I'm, I always, I'm a reader. I wake up looking at cyber news and just staying in the know because I need to know what's going on so I can protect my clients, whether that was me in a government contracting position or me as a consultant in my businesses. So. 35:33 I need to know what's going on. And if I'm going to build something new, why am I going to build it with compromised parts? Right. That's a great way to describe it. Yeah. Forget the tech. It didn't make logical sense. If I'm going to build something new, a SaaS product that's going to integrate and be flexible and adaptable and proactive. 36:01 Why would I use RSA encryption when I know what's coming? Got it. That will be one of the snippets that I share in my YouTube channel as well as the podcast. That is excellent. Why build something with compromised parts? Frontier technology, quantum cybersecurity is what Epfiltron is about. 36:30 Next generation. Talk to me a little bit more for us, less tech savvy listeners about the use of Infiltron in a SelleGov's program for smart cities. That kind of brings it more home and more tangible. How is technology used for smart cities? So first, SelleGov through leading cities. Yes. 36:59 It connects companies like ours with municipalities to tackle urban challenges. So for us, it's infrastructure, security, and sustainability. So we were a finalist in leading cities global competition back in 2021. And we've worked through them. You know, we've been able to work with city leaders to secure IOT systems and critical infrastructure. 37:28 And quick shout out to Michael Lake. Okay. He's the founder of Leading Cities, amazing guy. Another keep in touch, answer the email quickly person. He's based in Boston, but he's built a very supportive ecosystem. So shout out to Michael Lake. But as a part of this program, 37:56 We're offering smart cities our enhanced quantum vulnerability assessment. And this is to help the smart city leaders identify areas that need better quantum protections now. We've just had a session on November the 11th, Veterans Day. And the second one is coming up December the 5th. So you. 38:24 If you're a smart city leader or see so small, medium, large enterprise, no matter what market you in, you're in, definitely tap in. You can register for it on the leading city's website or on our website at Infotron.net. Yeah, that's on December 9, 2024 at 1pm. Is that Eastern? December 5th. December 5th? No, it's the 9th, because I have it here. And that's my cousin's birthday. So yeah, it's December 9th. 38:53 Did you get to influence those dates? Yeah. So let's jump into your startup. You've taken in very little dilutive funding. How much money have you raised to date? And how have you, what is the next phase, right? In terms of outreach for fundraising. So we've raised 120K and that was through Techstars, LA Space. 39:23 Still counting. I do not take a salary. I could take one, but I'm just, it's the long game for me. And I still consult. Don't let these people tell you not to quit your job and be an entrepreneur. Don't let people do that. Especially if you have a family. Don't let these people, don't let these people try to guilt you or shame you because you still have a job while you're building your startup. Don't let, don't do it. 39:53 Because I do have a company that I started called Right Tech Solutions and we still, that's why I said I still feel like I'm in the Air Force because I still consult them. So I can, you know, the revenue that we do and we've hit 500K in revenue. So you know, I could easily take a salary, right? But I just, it's the long game for me. It's the global expansion. 40:22 um, you know, more IP and patents, uh, protections, right? Because we do have global count clients. And, um, one of the things that I wanted to make sure of before we even took on the clients was that we had legal backing there. So IP trademarks, um, at least patent, at least the application is pending, but you know, like I want to, I want to, I want it to at least have that. And we have great attorneys. Um, shout out to Malika Tyson. 40:52 and Matthew and Dorian who have, they took over because I had a, I had an attorney, IP attorney that would, had her own boutique firm and then she had to go back, you know, she just couldn't do the entrepreneurship, it's not for everybody, but we still stay in contact as well. But she introduced me to McAndrews, they're based out of Chicago. 41:20 And they are the legal team for Impletron. I always tell them that when we're on calls, like you are the legal team. Like, yeah, anything that I need from them legal, legal wise, they do it. I literally just sent a partnership NDA over to Malekka this morning and she just sent it back to me. So like, that's not IP and trademark, right? But they do, they do it. And I always tell them how much I appreciate them because... 41:49 IP and trademarks are not free and they're not inexpensive. So, and then imagine, you know, we have one pending now in Japan. We just got one in Canada. So yeah, like it's expensive, you know, it's expensive. So a lot of the funding that we get now is going to be allocated to pay them, you know, even though they work with us. But it's going to be paying them. 42:18 doing some iterations, we have a partnership where there's some hardware that's gonna be involved. We're definitely tapping into the hardware. So we'll be forging our way there because people like things they can touch. SaaS isn't necessarily something that you can touch, although put it into a platform makes it a little bit more tangible for people, visual at least. So in the- 42:48 Yeah, I mean, hardware has always been a part of the vision. FBGAs, we have another colleague of mine, he has developed a cryptocurrency mining machine, and it leverages quantum. So it's mining at exponential speeds, right? Because generally what quantum does is speeds things up. It speeds exactly, in simplified terms. 43:18 Definitely still going after Sivers traditional government contracts globally. We participated in Fintech down in the Bahamas last October. Cause we are in the Fintech space and there's a lot of similarities between Fintech and Space Tech. Because when you're talking about fault zeros and being able to detect anomalies. 43:46 both of those markets need that and they need it quick. So we've been able to, yeah, like we've been able to leverage some of the things that we're learning in both of those for each other. So we've been able to participate in some conferences. We actually getting ready to go to Barbados in January for Fintech Islands, I'll be speaking about 44:14 the kind of the intersection of the quantum age and what's coming in respect to the fintech space, cryptocurrency, web three, traditional finance and AI, because we do leverage AI. And we've been in the AI space, Impletron has been in the AI space from the beginning. One of our advisors is an AI evangelist at AWS. I did say her name earlier on this podcast, but. 44:42 She's amazing. She's a Georgia Tech grad. We do have a few Georgia Tech people on the team, but she's amazing. And I'm able to tap her. I've been able to tap her because she was one of the Kit founders. So I've been able to tap her about AI and machine learning very early on. So all of the LLMs and the SLMs that everybody's kind of talking about, we've been doing. 45:11 Like even as small as we are, we've been. 45:16 Yeah, so, Chasity, how can my listeners contact or get information about Infotron? So, yeah, of course the website. So, infiltron.net. You can follow us on all of our socials at Infotron Software Suite. It might be, I think on Twitter is Infotron app. We wanted to keep it short. 45:41 And then, or you can email us at mfultronapp at gmail.com. And I know people are gonna be like, why you use Gmail? That's another filter. And that's an email that everybody on the team can look at and not be bombarded with, cause spam and it's just, everybody has their own email address, but. So you probably, it's a test environment for all of you. 46:09 beautiful quantum encryption that you're working on. Yes. And that's it all. One better way to start. Yeah, Gmail, right? Google knows a lot more about us than we'd like them to. Oh, Google knows everything. That's tough. Even when you turn location off. Oh, Instagram. I just posted something about Instagram. So Instagram's new. They just updated their policy maybe a month ago, maybe. 46:38 Okay. Whether you want to or not, they now have access to your photos, your GPS location, everything even if you say no, even if you turn it off, they still contract. 47:00 Just putting it out there guys. Yeah. So if you do platform. So there's cause to the platform. Right? Yes. Thank you. All right. We're coming down to the section of the podcast where I like to ask each of my guests what the following three words mean to you. Because this is what I do with my consulting business. 47:24 In addition to my podcast, I work with founders that are really building resilient, purpose-driven and scalable businesses. What's resilience mean to you, Chasity? Man, that's a word that I use. Uh, I mean, I'm, I mean, you gotta think about it. I'm black trying to raise money. It's hard for black people to raise money on top of that. I've been, you know, um, I've come face to face with people that didn't believe that I wrote my own patents. Like. 47:53 you know, as if black people didn't invent a lot of things, like that we still use today. Like, come on. I mean, it's just the truth. Resilience. Resilience for me is bending, but never breaking. Bending, but never breaking. Yeah. It's about, you know, adapting to challenges. I just mentioned some and facing them. Like you can't, you can't, and I'm about to sound 48:23 run from the pain, you gotta run towards it. So you can come out stronger on the other side. And it's not necessarily about survival, it's transformation. That's transformation. It's transformation. And that transformation is preparing you for what's next. And you'll be standing taller than you were before. Amazing, thank you. Purpose-driven, what's a purpose-driven? 48:53 Enterprises or? Yeah. I'm a visionary. So like, there's a lot of founders that I've met. If I have the opportunity to get close to them or kind of hear them speak about what they're building to include myself, because I do talk to myself about the things that I'm building. I counsel myself. I'm sure my ancestors are around me. 49:23 Purpose is, it should be intentional. I think that it's kind of interchangeable for me. But in the context of the question that you asked on purpose driven enterprise, so it's the heartbeat in what we build here at Infotron. I can definitely say that. It's creating meaningful solutions that solve real problems. And in solving those real problems, 49:52 you're still staying true to the mission. I still bring the aspect of the military into Infiltron. We are mission focused. We have fun. We do all the fun things, right? Because again, that cultivates innovation too. And it keeps it spicy. You need to let things be spicy because in a regular deglar cybersecurity job, you're probably bored. Like. 50:19 I mean, let's just be real. Like you're probably bored. You're probably looking at Excel spreadsheets and creating a report by hand from that. Like it's boring. Like, but you know, it's also making moves that matter. And it's solving problems that for me leave a legacy and just never losing sight of why we started in the first place. 50:48 So never lives in sight. Excellent. What about scalable? So how does- That's one of those BC's favorite words. That's right. Because that's what they want to see. How will you scale? That's right. I mean, I'm an investor too guys. Don't get it twisted. Like, I think that was a question that I did ask with one of the investors I had. Like, how are you going to get over that challenge? Like, before I give you this money. 51:18 Scalable. So growth, like we can think about growth in so many different ways, like growth, personal growth, because if you embark on the entrepreneur trick, you are going to be, and need to be open to growth. To me, entrepreneurship is a spiritual journey. Beautiful. 51:45 about the Southern Baptist roots, but I'm not spiritual. I'm a yoga, meditating, put my feet in the sand, grass grounding person nowadays, but still bringing that element of praying. And it's all the same to me. They just changed the name of God, right? Just that's my perspective, but growth isn't just about getting. 52:14 bigger. It's about getting better. And me speaking about the personal aspect, that is what growth is. It might not feel good, you know, while it's happening. But, you know, once you get through it and you can get in a reflective mindset and look back with what you just came through and be grateful, like find gratitude in it, you know. 52:43 That's how I look at growth. It's expanding mindfully and staying grounded in your values and making sure that every step that you take going forward strengthens the foundation that you've already built. And it's... 53:11 Like I said, it's moving with intention. And while you're moving with intention, you're also preserving the quality and the vision that define you. Which goes back to purpose-driven. Yes, thank you. Last question, Chasity. Did you have fun in the sandbox? Oh yeah, I mean, it's you. You know, we already have a great rapport. 53:38 I'll say this, one of my favorite memories of you is when you brought Ty to the table to kind of see if they were, could invest in Infiltron and it was too early. But we had to sign an NDA, it was some type of contract, but it was during Mercury retrograde. You said it before I said it, I was like, I wonder if she's onto this type. 54:05 Cause I wasn't going to sign it. I was going to try to delay it as much as possible, but you're like, no, let's wait, let's wait. So after Mercer, that's your great. Well, I was like, oh, these are this. She's my people. And I was like, and I think I responded like, let's wait five days. So it is no, it's like clear. So, um, that's a little fighter for me with you. Oh, I love it. I love it. Generally hear that in business. No, no. 54:32 And the Founder Sandbox again is a pretty eclectic podcast, bringing in deep tech founders like Chasity Wright that are on the frontier, bringing in what the future, will, it's the future's here. It's here. That's right. So to my listeners, if you like this episode with Chasity Wright, CEO and founder of Infiltron, sign up for the monthly release of 55:01 this podcast where founders, business owners, corporate directors, and professional service providers share their own experiences on building with strong governance, a resilient, scalable, and purpose-driven company to make profits for good. So signing off for this month, thank you, Chasity. Thank you, Brenda, so much. I hope to see you soon.  

Costa Karellas made $120K on his first flip in Boston—but instead of doubling down, he pivoted to wholesaling remotely in Kansas City. In this episode, he reveals why he made the switch, the power of partnerships, and the Marine Corps mindset that drives his success. Plus, David shares insights on balancing investing while running DealMachine. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction0:10 - What Costa Karellas Learned From Being A Marine Corps Captain5:16 - His Goal When He Started His Business7:47 - The Power Of Leveraging Partnerships11:20 - Getting The Reps12:19 - How Long Costa Has Been In His Market13:32 - Learning Skills Before You Hire Someone Else17:34 - Moving Slow To Move Fast20:34 - David Speaks On Investing Alongside Running DealMachine22:44 - Costa's Business Partners And Personality Profiles He Looks For26:31 - His Worst Day As A Real Estate Investor31:33 - Why He Decided To Switch To Wholesaling34:03 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Costa Karellashttps://www.instagram.com/costa_karellas/ Website: Costa Karellashttps://www.kl-propertygroup.com/ Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Did you know branding can make a huge difference in your book marketing success?This week's interview is with Kim Rozdeba, a branding expert with over 30 years of experience. He breaks down author branding, sharing insights from his books, Branding Queens and Loyalnomics.We explore the difference between branding yourself as an author versus branding your book, plus key strategies to build a strong connection with your audience.Key Takeaways:Author vs. Book Branding – Understand the difference and where to focus for the best results.The Five Branding Pillars – Kim's essential framework: Commitment, Construct, Community, Content, and Consistency.The Power of Emotion – Learn why making readers feel something is crucial for branding success.Know Your Why – Define your purpose to create a brand that lasts.Consistency is Key – A strong, consistent message builds trust and credibility.Tune in to learn how to position yourself and your book for long-term success!*************************************************************************Want to Get Your Message Out to Millions? You're just one idea or connection away from transforming your career. You could find it at the 3-Day Virtual Expert's Bootcamp with 5x TEDx Speaker & Bestselling Author Corey Poirier. ✅ Learn how to: Land a TEDx Talk Build a thriving speaking business Write & launch a bestselling book Secure media opportunities Attract high-level connections Real success stories:

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with Kay Walker, a successful land investor who transitioned from the chaos of managing short-term Airbnb rentals to the lucrative world of land flipping. After realizing the slim margins and high stress of her Airbnb business, Kay initially explored development but found land flipping to be a faster and more profitable path. Her first deal—buying land for $60K and selling it for $120K—sparked a journey that now includes 14 successful deals, with an average profit of $20K per transaction! Kay shares how tools like The Land Portal revolutionized her data-scrubbing process, why she sold her Airbnb business to focus on land full-time, and her ambitious goal to hit $2.5 million in net profit by the end of 2025. She dives into her strategies for improving direct mail marketing, leveraging double-close deals, and building credibility through a strong online presence.  Whether you're just starting or looking to scale, Kay's insights on mindset, adaptability, and creating great customer experiences are packed with value. Don't miss this inspiring story of entrepreneurial evolution!

Send us a textWant to know how two women turned a chance meeting at a supercar event into a $120K land investing partnership in just 6 months? Meet Diane & Leah, the dynamic duo who prove you don't need decades of real estate experience to crush it in land (one was a dental hygienist and sold manufactured homes, and the other a small business owner!). They're spilling ALL the tea on their journey, including how they nearly lost a $110K deal before turning it around, their cold-calling strategy that consistently brings in fresh leads, and why "messy action" beats perfect planning every time. From defining clear partner roles to navigating high-stakes negotiations, they're sharing the exact blueprint that took them from complete strangers to profitable partners. If you've been waiting for proof that land investing works (and works FAST), this episode is your sign to stop watching from the sidelines! Enjoy the show!United by shared values and complementary skills, Dianne DeLongchamps and Leah Albanese are building their business focusing on quality, integrity, and collaboration. They believe in taking bold action and continuously refining their approach as they build a business aligned with their vision. Their passion extends beyond land deals. They're on a mission to inspire more women to join them in the land investing space For more information on Dianne and Leah and to explore partnership opportunities, connect with them through these platforms:Creative Land ExchangeDianne: diane@creativelandexchange.comLeah: leah@creativelandexchange.comCurrently Seeking:Development partners for multifamily, entitlement, and subdivision projects (primarily in Tennessee, Texas, and Colorado)Connections with women interested in entering the land investing space◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️

Could Bitcoin hit $120k in just 30 days? Dive into the latest AI crypto predictions and explore the factors behind this bold forecast. Stay ahead of the game with insights on Bitcoin, altcoins, and the crypto market. Don't miss out—listen now for the inside scoop! ➡️  Join Telegram Trade with Josh - https://t.me/+vS5uDtG57XpjNDA1

Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! In a fast paced society that's always on the go it can be hard to slow down. Having a little patience throughout the day can help you live longer and enhance your sense of well being. Australia is offering high school graduates with no experience, the chance to make a six figure income by beginning a career operating nuclear-capable ballistic submarines. Those excepted to the program will require rigorous and extensive training that will take years. As is the case in just about everything, upward mobility depends on upper level skills and the ability to perform to exacting standards that can only be mastered by a commitment to consistent study and the gaining of knowledge. Tom Cruise now shares something in common with the Top Gun character he portrayed in the movies. This action hero received the highest Navy honor bestowed upon a civilian. Because of the positive effect he has had on the public image of the US Navy and Marine Corps, “Maverick” is now officially authorized to wear the Wings of Gold of a Naval Aviator. In many parts of the world there is a projected decline in population that will have negative long term effects unless there is some form of intervention. The nation of Japan, with the second oldest population in the world now offers free child care to all citizens regardless of income. Such stop-gap measures are in the works to help incentivize younger people to begin families and replace those needed to preserve society. It is necessary for all of us to be as physically fit as possible. If your exercise routine gets boring, try something new. In addition to mental stimulation, varying your training can yield improvements to one's overall condition by muscle confusion. Exercising different parts of the body helps mentally and physically. Meet an unusual wingman who is generous with his time and kindness to and ailing friend who appreciates him for more than his celebrity. 

In this episode of the Wealthy Coach Podcast, Kendra reflects on a transformative year, balancing personal challenges like pregnancy with significant business achievements, including a 48% revenue increase and a 75% profit margin.She attributes her success to strategies like interactive workshops for the Health Coach Accelerator and embracing lifestyle entrepreneurship to maintain student connections.Looking ahead to 2025, Kendra shares her $1M revenue goal, plans to refine her content and ads, update the HTMA Expert evergreen funnel, and resume Instagram reels to drive growth.In this episode:Year in review: Pregnancy and business growth simultaneouslyDisconnecting from outcomes as a key mindsetHow an Interactive workshop format improved salesStreamlined content creation process for efficiency Resources mentioned:Ep. 256: I spent $120K on Facebook Ads and This is What HappenedEp. 175: Lessons from The Journey of Building an Evergreen Funnel and Running My Own Facebook Ads Leave the podcast a 5-star review: https://ratethispodcast.com/wealthy

In this solo episode of the Wealthy Coach Podcast, Kendra Perry breaks down how to set meaningful business goals for 2025, focusing not only on income but also on creating an emotionally fulfilling business.She outlines the importance of clear lead generation strategies, recommending a goal of 200 new email subscribers per week, and stresses the value of simplifying offers by focusing on one high-ticket core program.Kendra also emphasizes patience in marketing, reminding listeners that results take time. Action steps include defining income goals, streamlining offers, and consistently evaluating progress.In this episode:Getting clear on what you want for your business in 2025What to focus on this yearUnderstanding your audience and refining you messagingLong-Term Strategy and Persistence Resources mentioned:Ep. 256: I spent $120K on Facebook Ads and This is What HappenedEp. 220: Behind-the-Scenes of my Facebook Ads StrategyEp. 226: 5 Non-Negotiables of a Killer Online ProgramEp. 219: What I've Learned from 5 Years of Running Group ProgramsEp 182: Masterclass: How to Find Your Profitable NicheEp 190: 3 Beliefs Stopping You From Hitting 6-FiguresLeave the podcast a 5-star review: https://ratethispodcast.com/wealthy

Today we'll take a look back at the year and talk about what loyalty programs have done to us instead of for us. This is for the loyalty grinches! (01:07) - Revisiting a question we'd answered previously about whether or not several domestic flights a month would be enough for earning status. (06:18) - One reader has some information to share about the Atlantis property they booked now (before their Caesar's Diamond status disappears) for a stay in the future... Read more about booking the Atlantis hotel here. (10:12) - Flying Blue: Sends emails saying "Congratulations you are now a Flying Blue Ultimate member" (11:44) - IHG: Purchase EQPs. 120K price: $640, no... $800, no... $1000, back to $640... (16:27) - Nick flies to Mexico but doesn't leave the airport (21:12) - Greg and Nick forgot about Bilt Find our podcast episode about the upcoming Alaska Premium card here. (23:42) - Preferred Hotels: Greg's ongoing Preferred Hotel booking saga (29:48) - AA: Can now use miles to book Hawaiian flights from mainland US (31:39) - Aviator Silver companion cert ain't all that Read our Aviator Silver companion cert first impressions here. (38:14) - Hilton Aspire resort credit-eligible hotel list un-shrinks (39:40) - Marriott Upgrade Awards now clear five days out (again) (43:27) - Southwest: assigned seating Read about Southwest's upcoming assigned seating here. (46:31) - 2023 Bonvoyed Awards Recap... 2024 Dis-Loyalty Nominees... (51:38) - Chase & Capital One priority pass drops restaurants (55:56) - Virgin goes dynamic (59:08) - Virgin devalues Delta One to Europe (1:02:36) - Wyndham Vacasa devaluation (1:06:19) - BA & Qatar raise prices for short-haul partner awards (AA, Alaska) (1:09:54) - Etihad nerfs award cancelations and point expirations (1:15:43) - Bilt reduces Rent Day earnings to 1K bonus points (1:18:50) - Wyndham Biz kills free cruises (1:21:20) - Hyatt integrates Mr & Mrs Smith (1:23:14) - Final picks (1:30:20) - Why are there so many pop-up ads on your site?

On today's Q&A show we discuss: 1:45 What moves people to take action on their financial plan? 32:51 How do I turn $120,000 into $2,500 a month? 51:44 I am asset rich and cash poor; how do I flip that? To join me next week on the live Q&A show, go here: https://patreon.com/RadicalPersonalFinance  To join my new Academy and make 2025 your most profitable year yet, go here: www.RPFacademy.com To buy my International Escape Plan Course for 50% off with my Cyber Monday sale, go here: https://rpf.gumroad.com/l/InternationalEscapePlan/CYBERMONDAY2024 

In this episode of the Wealthy Coach Podcast, Kendra Perry shares how she transformed her approach to Facebook ads, turning early losses into a 48% revenue increase over a year.She highlights the success of her evergreen funnels and lead generation ads for programs like HTMA Expert and Health Coach Accelerator, which significantly grew her email list.Kendra also explains how she now manages ads efficiently in just 30 minutes a week, emphasizing the importance of niching, engaging ad copy, and nurturing new leads for sustainable business growth.In this episode:Kendra's personal experience running Facebook ads, the highs and lows. A closer look at her successful ad strategiesDoubling revenue and profit while working less during pregnancy and maternity leaveWhy a niche, good copy, and willingness to test, is necessary for successful ads Resources mentioned:Join the waitlist for the next round of HCA: https://go.kendraperry.net/evolution-waitlistFree HTMA Training Video: https://go.kendraperry.net/practitioner-trainingLeave the podcast a 5-star review: https://ratethispodcast.com/wealthy

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we're chatting about the 10 "Frequent Flyer-ish" things we're thankful for! (01:01) - A reader shares all the ways their recent trip was impacted by Frequent Miler tips! (02:58) - It in the hands of SAS now! (05:50) - Wyndham Biz drops Caesar's match Read about changes to casino status-matching for free cruises here. (09:38) - Avianca LifeMiles Elite Card: Up to 120K miles Read more about this card bonus here. (12:10) - Bonvoy Brilliant cardholder “Luxury Experience Rate” at participating properties Read more about this new Luxury Experience Rate here. (16:09) - Citi Double Cash & Custom Cash: 24-month extended warranty Read moe about the Citi Double Cash & Custom Cash 24-month extended warranty here. (17:11) - U.S. Bank Smartly Credit Card: Up to 4% cashback Read more about the US Bank Smartly card here. (22:03) - C1 Shopping targeted deals (26:46) - Bilt - earn points when buying a home & using an eXp Realty agent (29:41) - Huge welcome bonuses continue (31:37) - Awesome category bonuses continue (33:01) - The Amex points parade marches on (34:48) - Paying taxes great way to meet min spend (36:13) - PayPal waives credit card fees when doing good Listen to our Coffee Beak Episode about Kiva loans here. PayPal Giving Fund Fundraiser Hub. (39:25) - Transferable points programs keep expanding (43:42) - Award chart sweetspots live on Find AA's excellent partner award chart here. (50:06) - Free changes and cancelations continue for US airlines (except for basic economy types of fares) (52:09) - Status matches create opportunities (55:00) - Airlines continue to make business and first class more aspirational (58:22) - Loyalty partnerships create sweet opportunities (1:03:41) - See our how-to video for Rooms.aero here. (1:06:26) - When you get a new card, what's the checklist of tasks you do to keep it all organized? Visit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don't forget to like and follow us on social media. Music Credit – Beach Walk by Unicorn Heads

In this episode, I am joined by Shahed Khan, co-founder of Loom, as we explore innovative startup ideas, and his frameworks for finding and building startupsEpisode Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:50 Startup Idea 1: The Modern Travel Guide 19:25 Startup Idea 2: The anti-social social network34:06 Startup Idea 3: Time Capsules of Shared Memories1) The Anti-TripAdvisor Traveler Problem: Millennials & Gen Z hate cookie-cutter travel experiencesSolution: TikTok-inspired travel app with curated, local gemsKey features:• City-specific guides (coffee shops, bookstores, etc.)• Video carousels showing vibes• Monetize by unlocking full guides ($0.99)How to build MVP:1. Use TikTok API to pull trending local videos2. Transcribe with Descript or Google Speech-to-Text3. Clean up with ChatGPT4. Auto-post to WordPress via ZapierPro tip: Start hyper-niche (e.g., coffeesnobs.xyz) then expand2) The New "Path" - Dunbar's Social Network Problem: We've lost connection with our REAL friendsSolution: Reinvent Path for 2024 - ultra-private social networkKey features:• Max 150 connections (Dunbar's number)• Location-based updates• Simple, minimalist designWhy it could work:• People crave intimate, ad-free spaces• AI makes building faster & cheaper• Charge $20-30/year subscriptionMarketing angle: "The anti-social social network"3) Time Capsules of Shared MemoriesProblem: "Shared albums are where memories go to die"Solution: Physical, ephemeral time capsules of shared experiencesKey features:• Pull from connected social accounts• Curate personalized memory boxes• Make it EASY to send as giftsMonetization:• Subscription for curation• Charge per physical time capsule sentInspiration: Remember Klout? Leverage nostalgia!Bonus insight: People don't change. Our needs stay the same.Products evolve, but human nature is constant. Study the past!Want more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav)Get access: https://www.gregisenberg.com/30startupideasLCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.coFIND ME ON SOCIALX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenbergInstagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/FIND SHAHED ON SOCIALX/Twitter: https://x.com/_shahedkLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shahedkhan/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_shahedk/

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2932: In this insightful continuation, Mrs. 1500 offers practical strategies for maximizing savings and finding financial freedom on any income level. From reselling thrift-store finds to leveraging free educational resources and simplifying everyday expenses, she emphasizes thoughtful decision-making. It's not about how much you earn but how wisely you manage what you have. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.1500days.com/you-dont-have-to-make-100000-a-year-to-retire-early/ Quotes to ponder: "You can make $40K/year and retire when you're 50. You can also make $120K/year and still have to work when you're 75. It's all about choices." "Don't fall for a beautiful face or a hot body. Look at their decisions and see if they are something you can live with." Episode references: MIT OpenCourseWare: https://ocw.mit.edu/ Codecademy: https://www.codecademy.com/ Treehouse: https://teamtreehouse.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices