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Most service business owners make the same hiring mistake: they either clone themselves or swing too far in the opposite direction. Dave MacDonald, founder of The MacDonald Group, has cracked the code on bringing in leadership that elevates your business without losing what makes it profitable. In this episode, Dave shares his battle-tested approach to hiring leaders who bring proven systems from larger operations—without the disconnect that kills profitability. If you've ever wondered how to scale past $10M, $20M, or beyond without chaos, this conversation is your roadmap. The "Descending Ladder" Hiring Strategy That Changes Everything Dave's counterintuitive approach: hire leaders from companies roughly double your size. Not too small (they won't bring new systems), not too large (they'll lose touch with the hands-on work that drives profit). The sweet spot: If you're running a $20M service business, target leaders from $40M firms. They've seen the systems that work at scale, but they're still close enough to remember the grind. The danger zone: Hiring someone from a $100M operation for your $20M business. They'll design systems for problems you don't have yet—and profitability vanishes while they build their empire. "Throw Them in the Pool" - The Onboarding System That Reveals Everything Forget the standard two-week onboarding playbook. Dave's approach tests what really matters: can they swim when unexpected challenges hit? Phase 1 - The Pool Phase 2 - The Brick Phase 3 - Juggling The Three I's: Building a Culture That Repels the Wrong People Dave's non-negotiable cultural framework filters out mismatches before they become expensive problems: Integrity - Takes a full year to truly assess. You can't shortcut this one. Intensity - Either they match your pace or they don't. Create an environment where low intensity feels awkward. Intentionality - Can be taught, but natural focus is gold. Look for people who think three steps ahead. Systems That Actually Improve (Instead of Just Existing) The Annual Rewrite: Every Standard Operating Procedure gets completely rewritten yearly. Yes, completely. This forces evolution and prevents "we've always done it this way" from killing your growth. The Weekly Rhythm Feedback loops that matter The People-First AI Strategy for Service Businesses Dave's refreshingly practical take on AI: "Old-world values with today's most robust technology." What they're actually using AI for: Writing and presentation creation Back-office automation (invoicing, payroll) Initial candidate screening What they're NOT doing: Chasing bleeding-edge tools that aren't proven Replacing the human connection in recruiting Top-down AI mandates Why This Matters for Your Service Business If you're stuck between $5M and $20M, you're probably missing one thing: leaders who've already solved the problems you're facing. The systems you need exist—you just need someone who's lived them. Dave's approach removes the guesswork. Hire people who've already built what you're trying to build. Test them hard and fast. Build a culture so strong that mediocrity feels uncomfortable. Most importantly: don't let your systems gather dust. Annual rewrites might sound exhausting, but it's the difference between a business that scales and one that plateaus. Want to transform your hiring and onboarding systems? These aren't just recruitment tactics—they're the foundation for scalable growth. The question isn't whether you can afford to implement these systems. It's whether you can afford not to.

Join Justin Forman in Lagos, Nigeria for an inspiring conversation with Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes, founder and Managing Partner of Arura Capital. Adesuwa shares her journey from J.P. Morgan to building the first female-led private equity fund in Nigeria focused on female-founded, female-led, and female-focused businesses across Africa.Key Topics:Why Africa has the highest rate of female entrepreneurship globally (4x more than Europe) yet women receive only 2% of capitalHow Arura Capital's $20M Fund One delivered top-quartile returns above global benchmarks while creating 205,000 jobs and $150M in value chain revenueThe $150 billion capital gap facing African SMEs and the arbitrage opportunity in overlooked foundersDigital transformation as Africa's leapfrog strategy - from embedded finance to B2B commerce platforms serving 150,000 retailersWhy now is the best time to invest in Nigeria despite (and because of) recent policy reformsPowerful Quotes:"To live life where it's only about you is a very, very boring life, I think. You really wanna be able to showcase legacy. You really want to be able to showcase how has it impacted that woman who would have never had access to capital if we didn't show up.""Female founders actually generate more revenue than their male counterpart. For every dollar invested in a startup, a female founder returns 2.5 times more revenue than her male counterpart.""If you're an investor that's allocating capital, you can no longer afford to ignore or avoid the African continent, because this is really where the growth in the next 30 to 50 years is gonna come from."About Adesuwa: Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes is the founder and Managing Partner of Arura Capital, a pioneering private equity fund investing in female-founded, female-led, and female-focused businesses across Africa. After a successful career at J.P. Morgan, she launched Arura in July 2019 to address the massive funding gap facing female entrepreneurs on the continent. Her Fund One raised $20M and has delivered top-quartile returns while creating measurable social impact across Nigeria, Ghana, and Côte d'Ivoire. Adesuwa was the first woman in Nigeria to raise over $10M for a private equity fund and is passionate about using capital redemptively to transform lives across Africa's value chains. 

This Growth ETF Manager Loves Finding High Growth Stocks With A Twist (Nasdaq: AOTG)GuestJohn Tinsman, Founder of AOT Invest LLC and Portfolio Manager of the AOT Growth and Innovation ETF (Nasdaq: AOTG).About John:John blends Midwestern pragmatism with global financial expertise. He grew up in his family's Iowa fertilizer business, studied economics at Northwestern and Oxford, and cut his teeth as a Chicago market maker. In 2022, he launched the AOT Growth and Innovation ETF, which has scaled from $20M to almost $100M AUM, focusing on profitable, tech-driven companies that compound growth.• Company: AOT Invest LLC• Website: http://aotetf.com/• Tickers: $AOTG, Launching $ AOTS SoonMethodologyAOT Invest selects innovative companies which seek to significantly grow their revenues and earnings. AOT also believes companies whose products or services have low marginal cost attributes will be able to achieve above average growth and profit margins in the future. AOT targets industries projected to grow significantly over the next 5 to 10 years. Within those industries, AOT seeks to invest in innovative market leaders who are growing their revenues or earnings and whose products or services could be described as having low marginal cost qualities. Marginal Cost is defined as the cost added by producing one additional unit of a product or service. By having a low marginal cost, a firm may be able to sell its product or service at a much higher price than the cost it took to produce the additional product or service, achieving a significant profit on new sales. Thorough fundamental analysis is made to weigh valuation metrics with growth of each company so that the greatest investment opportunities in AOT's opinion are selected. Thus, AOT selects innovative companies well positioned in expanding industries, that are both reasonably valued and have low marginal cost qualities. AOT expects that such companies will not only significantly increase their revenues, but that their earnings will increase at even greater rate than revenue. Over time, AOT believes this revenue and earnings growth will ultimately lead to above average share price appreciation for these companies and the AOT Growth and Innovation ETF.

Thinking about your next career move in 2026? Maybe you're actively hunting for your next role in Fintech?This is Episode 1 of a 5-part series that completely flips the script on job hunting in fintech. Whether you're looking for a permanent role or exploring fractional opportunities, this approach will transform your entire career conversation.Most job seekers approach their career transition completely backwards. They ask the wrong questions, compete on the wrong battlefield, and leave millions in untapped value on the table. This episode introduces the framework that transforms you from "Please hire me" to "Here's the problem I solve. Here's why you'd be crazy not to talk to me."We break down:- Why conventional job hunting is fundamentally broken- The questions you should be asking instead- How to identify the concrete problems you solve- The Career Balance Sheet framework- Real-world examples of value creation ($1.5M, $20M+, +40% revenue growth)- Why this framework makes you remarkably hireableSend us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussConnect on with Dexter Cousins on Linkedin Hire Exceptional Fintech Talent Subscribe on LinkedIn

New format, same value. I cover one startup idea, one trend, one news debate, one growth framework, one AI tool, and one product recommendation. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:53 – Startup Idea 05:55 – Trend 08:17 – News Item 12:05 – Product Framework 15:31 – AI Tool 17:00 – Product Recommendation Startup Idea Solo Female Travel Safety Platform The problem: 84% of solo female travelers feel unsafe. No reliable platform answers basic safety questions. The solution: Map-based reviews where verified female travelers rate neighborhoods, hotels, and restaurants on actual safety metrics. Path to $500K ARR: 5,000 members at $30/month Hotel safety certifications at $500/month Lead magnet: Free travel safety quiz Distribution: Facebook groups (400K members), travel influencers, short-form video Trend: Gamification UI: Duolingo did it. Social platforms are built on it. More apps and websites are adding points, badges, leaderboards, and challenges. The opportunity: Launch an agency specializing exclusively in gamification. Start at $10K/month. News Item Ex-Reddit CEO: "AI Startups Have 12-18 Months" Yishan's viral take (20M views): AI apps are flash-in-the-pan cash grabs. Foundational models will crush them. Greg's counter: Great AI wrappers that own workflows, customers, and network effects will build billion-dollar companies. Remember when everyone said Apple would clone every successful app? That didn't happen. Product Framework: 3-Step Creator Growth Playbook for SaaS Attach the right creator (target 120K followers or less for higher response rates) Offer generous affiliates (30-50% lifetime, not 10-20%) Gamify the experience (contests, trips, prizes for top performers) Real example: Goji (apple cider vinegar gummy) hit hundreds of millions using gamified TikTok Shop affiliates. AI Tools: Krea AI: Alternative to Glyph AI. Generate images, video, 3D objects. Features Nodes product for building creative workflows. Mini apps: Virtual try-on, hairstyle generator, object remover, product photo editor. Product Recommendations: La Colombe Cold Brew (Light Roast) - $5-8.49 at Target for multiple servings. Light, smooth, always cold when you need it. Olipop Classic Root Beer - 35 cal, 3g sugar. Better than Diet Coke. 8.5/10. The #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.com LCA 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/ Boringmarketing - Vibe Marketing for Companies: boringmarketing.com The Vibe Marketer - Join the Community and Learn: thevibemarketer.com Startup Empire - get your free builders toolkit to build cashflowing business - https://startup-ideas-pod.link/startup-empire-toolkit Become a member - https://startup-ideas-pod.link/startup-empire FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/

Unlocking Sustainable Growth for Service-Based Businesses: Insights from Michael WalshIn this episode, host Josh Elledge interviews Michael Walsh, President and Founder of Walsh Business Growth Institute. Michael shares insights from over 30 years of helping service-based businesses scale successfully while keeping their people, purpose, and processes aligned. The discussion explores the stages where businesses typically plateau, the impact of AI and generational shifts, and how leaders can empower their teams to drive sustainable growth.Building People-First Growth SystemsMichael explains that most service-based companies hit growth ceilings around $2M, $5M, $10M, and $20M in revenue — not because of lack of opportunity, but because their structures can't keep up. As businesses scale, leaders often tighten control, adding more rules and oversight. Instead, sustainable growth requires empowerment — giving talented teams autonomy, clarity, and purpose.He emphasizes that today's workforce, especially Millennials and Gen Z, values trust, flexibility, and inclusion. Leaders must evolve from top-down management to coaching, mentorship, and development. Post-pandemic realities and rapid AI adoption have further transformed how businesses operate, making adaptability and people-first systems non-negotiable.Drawing from his new book, Freedom by Design, Michael outlines four behavioral pillars of successful growth: understanding individual strengths, building complementary teams, fostering supportive environments, and maintaining flexible structures. His approach helps leaders break through plateaus and rediscover the joy of business ownership by creating alignment between people, purpose, and performance.About Michael WalshMichael Walsh is the President and Founder of Walsh Business Growth Institute and author of Freedom by Design: The Established Business Owner's Guide to Grow, Make an Impact, and Find the Joy Again. With three decades of experience advising service-based organizations, Michael helps leaders navigate growth plateaus, empower their teams, and build businesses that thrive without burning out.About Walsh Business Growth InstituteThe Walsh Business Growth Institute helps established service-based companies overcome growth barriers through strengths-based strategy, leadership development, and structural optimization. Their customized programs empower business owners to scale intentionally, improve team performance, and create long-term operational freedom. Learn more at walshbusinessgrowth.com.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeWalsh Business Growth Institute WebsiteMichael Walsh LinkedIn ProfileKey Episode HighlightsThe four common growth plateaus service-based businesses faceWhy structure, not opportunity, limits growthHow generational shifts and AI are reshaping leadership and teamworkThe power of people-first systems and strengths-based leadershipPractical strategies for building sustainable, empowering business structuresConclusionMichael Walsh reminds leaders that growth is not about working harder — it's about working smarter, with empowered people and adaptive systems. By understanding what truly drives your team, embracing flexibility, and leading with purpose, service-based business owners can scale sustainably while rediscovering fulfillment and joy in...

On August 12th, AGORACOM made history with our first-ever Real World Asset (RWA) Tokenized Financing Webcast, hosted in partnership with BlockRidge, our Dubai-based RWA global partners — and joined by 200+ small cap executives.The response was incredible. The Q&A ran longer than the webcast itself, proving just how much interest and excitement there is around tokenized financing.If you missed it, or want to share it with your team, this is the full replay video on demand. What You'll Learn in This Replay: How RWA tokenization is rewriting the rules of small cap financing Why issuers can finally escape predatory financing models How global blockchain infrastructure opens doors to investors worldwide Insights from active financing discussions already totaling $350M+ The Paradigm Shift Has Begun:SEC launches Project Crypto – opening the door to tokenized markets,Nasdaq proposes tokenized securities trading by Q3 2026, If you're a small cap company looking to raise $20M+ against real world assets ready for commercialization, this webcast is a must-watch. Watch the full replay now and see how tokenization is transforming capital raising for small caps.#Tokenization #SmallCap #AGORACOM #Webcast #Blockchain #RWA

This week on Inspire Change...Gunter opens the conversation on Why Go Back to University Now? His journey going back to the university for his PhD. #InspireChange #Philosophy #Science #Reflection #Contemplation #SelfDevelopment #Masculinity #MakingGoodMenGreat #stoicism This week we are launching some partnerships with some ad sponsors that promote well-being, wellness and natural products. This week we would like to introduce you to More Labs.  More Labs' Morning Recovery is the #1 alcohol recovery supplement that helps you wake up clear-headed and refreshed. Clinically proven and trusted by thousands, with 20M+ bottles sold and a 4.9-star rating, it works. Try it risk-free! Enjoy an exclusive discount with our promo code https://www.morelabs.com/discount/INSPIRECHANGE Our code will be applied to your cart and you get a discount at any of the products at MoreLabs.com Their products are loaded with super ingredients—Milk Thistle, Prickly Pear, Red Ginseng, Electrolytes, and B Vitamins. It is Developed with top scientists—including Dr. Fu Chen, a former FDA expert in supplement absorption. MoreLabs products work better than sports drinks—targets toxin buildup and nutrient loss, not just dehydration. Their products are a clean formula—no artificial colors, sweeteners, or preservatives.  It is also portable & TSA-friendly—perfect for travel, work, or big nights out.Hello to all our listeners, We thank YOU for tuning in and promoting positive social change.  This makes you a part of Gunter's efforts in transforming not only men's lives but lives in general and we are grateful you have joined us.   This week we are thrilled to announce that Ethiopia was #20 on our global listeners list, specifically in Addis Ababa (a-duhs-ah-buuh-baa)! CONGRATULATIONS!!! We appreciate your efforts to support positive social change! Thank you for joining Africa's efforts of inspiring Positive Social Change.  Next we take a look at the USA, lets congratulate our listeners in Magee (muh-GHEE), Mississippi for bringing your state to #10 on the USA Top listeners list. CONGRATULATIONS!!!  I, DeVonna Prinzi the Co-Exec Producer and our Show-runner Miranda Spigener-Sapon sincerely thank you and ask that you please take the time to like, follow, subscribe, and share as your efforts make a difference to everyone here at Inspire Change with Gunter.Please remember If you want to share your story of social change, feel free to reach out  to the show directly. Please see the show-notes for our contact information. As always thank you to each and every one of our listeners, and most importantly please keep Inspiring positive social change.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inspire-change-with-gunter--3633478/support.Gunter Swoboda and Lorin Josephson's neo-noir/supernatural thriller novel Amulets of Power, Book I A Brian Poole Mystery is officially ON SALE EVERYWHERE you like to get book, but if you want a discount please consider ording direct. ANY LISTENER who order's direct will get a surprise gift. https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=3RoOA6kVQ7ZgmqSK9LdnvNyDAZZFsg9IMaLUaprPgXKMake sure you LIKE SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW our new Official YouTube Channel of Video Shorts series: https://www.youtube.com/@InspireChangewithGunterSwoboda/videos where we will be adding new videos and content every week from Gunter and our guests.  https://www.youtube.com/@InspireChangewithGunterSwoboda/videos

Stop making million-dollar decisions alone. Hampton gives you a personal board of eight vetted founders in your city who meet monthly to tackle your hardest problems. Find your group: joinhampton.comAdam White didn't set out to build a media company – he just wanted a job in sports. So at 19, he started posting informational interviews on a Wix site. Today, he runs a $20M brand with NFL partnerships and no background in media. Because in the end, it wasn't about who he knew – it was about who knew him, and how he got in the right rooms by outplaying legacy media at their own game.Here's what we talk about:Building Front Office Sports out of his dorm roomWhy brand aura matters more than ever and how to create it from scratchThe tweet that led to a $750K investmentWhy he gave up 51% of the business early – and doesn't regret itThe role of soft touchpoints in landing major dealsGrowing to 800K newsletter subs without chasing SEOHow an official NFL content partnership changed everythingDiversifying revenue from newsletters, social, events, and brand partnershipsThe personal side: paying off student debt, buying his mom a car, and defining success as freedomCool Links:Hampton https://www.joinhampton.com/Lower Street https://www.lowerstreet.co/Front Office Sports https://frontofficesports.com/ Adam White https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-white-85ab4389/Sponsors:Protect your upside and get your time back at cressetcapital.com/moneywiseAchieve your dream body with dailybodycoach.com/moneywiseJoin 700+ founders hiring A-players in Latin America at hirewithnear.com/moneywiseChapters:(0:42) Building Front Office Sports: Growth & Early Days(1:40) Revenue Milestones(3:40) Building Brand Aura & Early Partnerships(10:34) Attracting Investors & Business Model Shift(13:24) Audience Growth During COVID(16:04) Monetization & Revenue Diversification(17:44) Philosophy on Investors(19:08) New Investors, Professionalization, & Validation(22:07) NFL Partnership (25:44) Networking Secrets(28:31) Personal Growth as a CEO(30:45) Personal Financial Journey & Mindset(33:40) Motivation, Competition, & Enjoying the JourneyThis podcast is a ridiculous concept: high-net-worth people reveal their personal finances. Inspired by real conversations happening in the Hampton community.Your Host: Harry MortonFounder of Lower Street, a podcast production company helping brands launch and grow top-tier podcasts.Co-parents a cow named Eliza.

What does it take to build one of the world's top-rated social media management platforms—without a single dollar of outside funding? This week on On Brand, Emeric Ernoult, founder and CEO of Agorapulse, shares how he bootstrapped the company to over $20 million in revenue, pioneered ROI-tracking tools for social, and carved out a powerful niche in a crowded market. We talk scaling smart, making social media actually measurable, and where attribution is headed next. What You'll Learn How Agorapulse bootstrapped its way to $20M+ in revenue without outside funding Why most startups chasing VC money miss what matters most for sustainable growth How attribution has evolved—and why measuring ROI on social is harder than ever The three ways marketers can actually track what's working (and what's not) Why the future isn't social media—it's “interest media” Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:45) Bootstrapping Agorapulse the Hard Way (03:40) The Realities of Going Without Funding (07:20) Reinventing Through Growth and Churn (08:50) From Social Media to Interest Media (10:20) Why Attribution Is Broken (17:50) Three Ways to Track ROI That Actually Work (23:20) How Brands Can Win at Interest Media (29:00) The Brand That Made Emeric Smile About Emeric Ernoult Emeric Ernoult is the founder and CEO of Agorapulse, one of the world's top-rated social media management platforms. Bootstrapped from the ground up, Agorapulse has grown to more than $20 million in annual revenue—without taking a single dollar of outside funding. A pioneer in ROI-tracking for social media, Emeric has built his career around helping brands not just manage their social presence, but measure its real business impact. He's a frequent speaker and writer on marketing measurement, leadership, and scaling companies the sustainable way. What Brand Has Made Emeric Smile Recently? Emeric shared that Alex Hormozi—the entrepreneur and content creator—made him smile recently. After attending Hormozi's workshop in Las Vegas, Emeric was struck by his unfiltered mix of humor and humility. Hormozi's perspective—that we're all small in the grand scheme of things, so we might as well do good and enjoy the work—resonated deeply, especially after Emeric's trip to the Grand Canyon and Zion National Park reminded him of life's scale and simplicity. Resources & Links Connect with Emeric on LinkedIn. Check out the Agorapulse website. Listen & Support Watch or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon/Audible, TuneIn, and iHeart. Rate and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to help others find the show. Share this episode — email a friend or colleague this episode. Sign up for my free Story Strategies newsletter for branding and storytelling tips. On Brand is a part of the Marketing Podcast Network. Until next week, I'll see you on the Internet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle is on the verge of making history as the first theatrical anime movie to gross $1B worldwide. The pipe dream is now closer to reality, thanks to Infinity Castle's surprising brand-new release, which has just surpassed the likes of Avengers: Endgame.Following the shocking announcement that Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle will be released in China on Nov. 14, the film's presales have surpassed Disney's biggest box office hit from its massive superhero franchise. Per FranSpeech on X (formerly Twitter), Infinity Castle's presales reached ¥20M, equivalent to $2.8M in the U.S., within five hours with minimal advertising. Demon Slayer's Chinese presales have reached $3M, as confirmed by Davi de Moraes on X, and the film is currently on track for a $200M opening release. In April 2019, Avengers: Endgame earned over $100 million on its opening day in China.Support The Podcast!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/roose366/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow For More Content &Streams!Science Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5nFXe9dPeWrMpyObyAlrnF?si=7358d1cf32cb45b7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube Gaming: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RooseJp/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastonanime⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - ⁠https://dtcnews.link/signup⁠In this episode, we sit down with Aves, Creative Lead & Partnerships at Pilothouse Digital, to unpack how DTC brands must rethink their creative strategy in the age of Meta's Andromeda algorithm.For performance marketers and DTC founders scaling from $5–20M+.Tactical Takeaways:Why the “one winner ad” model no longer works in Meta's current landscapeHow to identify customer motivations (not just demographics) and map them to creativeA practical framework for testing hooks: swap visuals first, not just voiceovers or copyHow to build a full creative range — from low-effort UGC to high-budget studio work — for each personaWhat creative audits should look like heading into Q4 and how to avoid “noise” in your ad accountWho this is for: DTC brand founders, heads of creative, performance marketersWhat to steal:Steal the “motivation-based segmentation” mindset in your ad strategySteal the 3–5 second visual hook test framework (visual first, audio later)Steal the creative range checklist (iPhone shot → studio shot) to audit your account this weekTimestamps00:00 Understanding Motivations and Creative Diversity02:00 How Meta's Andromeda Update Changed Creative Strategy05:00 Building a Full Creative Range from UGC to Studio Content07:00 Why Niching Down Helps You Scale Up09:00 Moving Beyond “Winner” Ads and Budget Distribution11:00 How to Research Audiences Using Reddit and Reviews13:00 Avery's Hook Testing Framework and Meta Insights17:00 Common Creative Mistakes and Noise in Ad Accounts19:00 How to Audit Creative Diversity for Q4 Success21:00 Creative Audits, Partnerships, and Avery's Process23:00 Lessons from Hosting the Ad-Venturous PodcastHashtags#DTCpodcast #AdVenturous #CreativeStrategy #MetaAds #AndromedaEra #PerformanceMarketing #AdCreative #Pilothouse #EcommerceGrowth #DigitalMarketing #CreativeTesting #AdOptimization #MarketingStrategy #UGC #AgencyLife Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAdvertise on DTC - https://dtcnews.link/advertiseWork with Pilothouse - https://www.pilothouse.co/?utm_source=AKNF558Follow us on Instagram & Twitter - @dtcnewsletterWatch this interview on YouTube - https://dtcnews.link/video

Sales isn't about scripts—it's about trust. And according to Milam Miller, "charisma is the conduit to create that trust." In this powerful episode of The Persistent Entrepreneur Podcast, host David Hill sits down with Milam—author of The Charisma Craft and founder of Be Confident & Kind—to explore how charisma, confidence, and kindness fuel authentic leadership and unstoppable sales growth. Episode Summary Milam Miller, often described as "the real-life Ted Lasso," shares how leaders can transform the way they sell and connect by tapping into their humanity. From his career leading multimillion-dollar sports organizations to his mission helping entrepreneurs "be confident and kind," Milam breaks down why vulnerability, authenticity, and charisma are the new sales superpowers. He reveals why competence grows from failure, how warmth builds trust faster than any pitch, and why the future of leadership—especially in the age of AI—requires emotional intelligence more than ever. Whether you're selling products, ideas, or vision, this episode will reshape how you think about influence, leadership, and connection.   What You'll Learn • Why charisma is the ultimate trust-builder in sales • How confidence and kindness drive long-term success • The "ABCs of Rizz" – Authenticity, Boldness, and Curiosity • How to project confidence using the "SHELL" technique • Why vulnerability builds deeper human connection • How AI is changing communication—and why charisma still wins

In this episode, John Wilson sits down with Brandon Schlicter—better known as Investment Joy—to unpack how a viral laundromat video turned into a portfolio of laundromats, car washes, rentals, and now a fast-scaling commercial roofing company. Brandon shares the mindset shift from small plays to bigger bets, why he assumes success (and plans for failure), and how social media distribution can attract capital, deal flow, and talent.You'll hear the real numbers on union commercial roofing (margins, ticket sizes, pay cycles), how to decide between lots of small jobs vs. fewer big ones, and why “every business either sells or shuts down.” We also dig into storm-driven market entry, travel crews, and what it actually takes to scale estimation capacity and cash flow when receivables hit seven figures.

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back to discuss some big news for the White Sox: the team has hired Zach Bove and Derek Shomon as their next pitching coach and hitting coach, respectively. The crew reacts to the hirings by discussing their credentials and what these hirings say about the authority that Ryan Fuller and Brian Bannister have within the organization. Could these hires also represent a larger culture shift occurring within the organization? And what do these hires say about Katz and Thames' shortcomings, if anything? They also discuss the team's decision to pick up Luis Robert Jr.'s $20M option for 2026 and Chris Getz's comments on the upcoming free agency period. Don't miss out on the latest in White Sox baseball!

This week on Inspire Change...Gunter   #InspireChange #Philosophy #Science #Reflection #Contemplation #SelfDevelopment #Masculinity #MakingGoodMenGreat #stoicism This week we are launching some partnerships with some ad sponsors that promote well-being, wellness and natural products. This week we would like to introduce you to More Labs.  More Labs' Morning Recovery is the #1 alcohol recovery supplement that helps you wake up clear-headed and refreshed. Clinically proven and trusted by thousands, with 20M+ bottles sold and a 4.9-star rating, it works. Try it risk-free! Enjoy an exclusive discount with our promo code https://www.morelabs.com/discount/INSPIRECHANGE Our code will be applied to your cart and you get a discount at any of the products at MoreLabs.com Their products are loaded with super ingredients—Milk Thistle, Prickly Pear, Red Ginseng, Electrolytes, and B Vitamins. It is Developed with top scientists—including Dr. Fu Chen, a former FDA expert in supplement absorption. MoreLabs products work better than sports drinks—targets toxin buildup and nutrient loss, not just dehydration. Their products are a clean formula—no artificial colors, sweeteners, or preservatives.  It is also portable & TSA-friendly—perfect for travel, work, or big nights out.Hello to all our listeners, We thank YOU for tuning in and promoting positive social change.  This makes you a part of Gunter's efforts in transforming not only men's lives but lives in general and we are grateful you have joined us.  This week we are taking a look at the Global Listeners List and for the FIRST time we would like to share our gratitude with our listeners in Pakistan. You were  #15 on our Global Listeners List! CONGRATULATIONS!!!  And thank you so much for your continued support. We appreciate your efforts to support positive social change!  I, DeVonna Prinzi the Co-Exec Producer and our Show-runner Miranda Spigener-Sapon sincerely thank you and ask that you please take the time to like, follow, subscribe, and share as your efforts make a difference to everyone here at Inspire Change with Gunter.   Please remember If you want to share your story of social change, feel free to reach out  to the show directly. Please see the show-notes for our contact information.As always thank you to each and every one of our listeners, and most importantly please keep Inspiring positive social change.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inspire-change-with-gunter--3633478/support.Gunter Swoboda and Lorin Josephson's neo-noir/supernatural thriller novel Amulets of Power, Book I A Brian Poole Mystery is officially ON SALE EVERYWHERE you like to get book, but if you want a discount please consider ording direct. ANY LISTENER who order's direct will get a surprise gift. https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=3RoOA6kVQ7ZgmqSK9LdnvNyDAZZFsg9IMaLUaprPgXKMake sure you LIKE SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW our new Official YouTube Channel of Video Shorts series: https://www.youtube.com/@InspireChangewithGunterSwoboda/videos where we will be adding new videos and content every week from Gunter and our guests.  https://www.youtube.com/@InspireChangewithGunterSwoboda/videos

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On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik and guest George Rivera break down how founders can scale fast without burning out or missing what matters at home. George shares the Father First Owner OS, the $10,000/hour filter, and practical delegation frameworks that replace task-doing with outcome ownership, standard operating procedures, and clear decision rights. If you're a time-poor, revenue-rich founder, this episode gives you direct, actionable steps to reclaim your calendar, protect family time, and grow with consistency.   About the Guest   George Rivera is the creator of Father First Owner OS and author of Buy Back Time Formula. He helps 7–9 figure founders win back 10–20 hours a week, end key-person dependency, and stay fully present at home—without shrinking the business.   Key Takeaways: Design for outcomes, not tasks: Assign clear owners for results with written SOPs and Loom-style walkthroughs so work stops bouncing back to the founder. Install structure: Replace “everyone reports to me” with a simple executive/manager layer. Ownership becomes clear, and the founder exits the escalation loop. Give decision rights: Predefine thresholds (e.g., approve anything under a set spend) so teams move without micromanagement. Run the $/hour filter: Log two weeks of work. Anything a capable person can do for a small fraction of your effective hourly value gets delegated or outsourced. Systematize the repeats: Every recurring task becomes a one-time documentation effort that compounds time savings. Stay in needle-moving zones: Founder time belongs in growth, relationships, and visibility—not internal admin and QC. Proof it works: George scaled from ~$20M to nearly ~$50M while cutting to ~30 hours/week and taking true off-grid months by applying these frameworks. Why it matters: Moments with your kids don't come back. Optimize the business for presence now to minimize end-of-life regrets and pass down a better operating model at home and at work.   Connect with the Guest  : Website: https://buybacktimeformula.com/Socials: @buybacktimeformula (Facebook and other platforms listed from the site) Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | TikTok | Facebook   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik   Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.   Healthy Mind By Avik is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. ContactBrand: Healthy Mind By AvikEmail: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India & USA Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. 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Berk Birand, Ph.D. is the co-founder and CEO of Fero Labs, an industrial AI software company helping global manufacturers cut costs and emissions through explainable machine learning. With a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Columbia University, Berk has published and patented research in IoT and network optimization. At Fero Labs, he leads the company's mission of “Profitable Sustainability,” enabling factories to reduce waste, energy use, and CO₂ emissions while boosting efficiency and profitability. Under his leadership, Fero Labs has raised over $20M in funding, saved clients tens of millions of dollars, and prevented more than 100,000 tons of CO₂ emissions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this segment of the Notorious Mass Effect podcast, Analytic Dreamz breaks down Little Nightmares III (2025) by Supermassive Games and Bandai Namco. From The Spiral's eerie settings—Necropolis, Candy Factory, Carnevale, and Institute—to its asymmetric online co-op, every detail is analyzed. Get insight into critical reviews (Metacritic 73), Japan's 31,770 launch sales, patch updates, and franchise growth past 20M units. Analytic Dreamz uncovers how this haunting sequel balances atmosphere and technical flaws in modern horror design.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

DeFi Dave, Head of Growth at Cap Money, joins us to talk about how Cap found product-market fit for restaking. Dave breaks down Cap's three-sided marketplace connecting stablecoin users, market makers (operators), and risk takers. Operators access undercollateralized loans backed by restaked ETH/BTC, paying 8-11% to beat their strategies. If they fail, risk takers eat the loss—users stay protected. We also dive into lore building, why most restaking hype was overblown, and how Cap brings Wall Street on-chain. Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com Notes: - Cap has $15-20M currently lent to operators - Operators pay 2-4% premium fees to risk takers - Total borrowing costs range from 8-11% hurdle rate - Risk takers earn 6-7% all-in real yield - Uses EigenLayer and Symbiotic for restaking layer Timestamps: 00:00 Start 01:12 Who is DeFi Dave? 02:19 What is Cap? 07:31 Restaking & yield 09:22 Yield range 11:48 Institutional flows 12:50 Cap vs Wildcat 14:07 Legal recourse? 15:42 Staked CUSD vs CUSD 16:25 Current operator marketcap 17:08 Loan terms 19:42 CUSD vs Others 21:48 Ready for institutional capital? 23:59 Other staking use cases? 27:26 Stablecoin regulation 30:23 Collateralization 32:09 Lore building 35:38 The power of belief 41:29 What does Dave do all day? 43:56 Competitive advantage 47:57 What are Caps? 49:08 Gwarts opinion on Cap The Gwart Show is sponsored by Ellipsis Labs. Backed by Paradigm, Electric Capital and Haun Ventures. The founders, Eugene and Jerry, have experienced Citadel Jane Street in the Solana Core team since launching their order book DEX, Phoenix. They've done over $80 billion in trading volume by making onchain order books competitive with centralized exchanges. Ellipsis is hiring for New York-based engineers. Work with a small focus team who are results driven, collaborative, and use a modern stack. If you're an engineer who wants to work on infrastructure that's already proven itself in the market, go to ellipsislabs.xyz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI isn't just speeding up your work—it's collapsing the market price of your time. In this urgent episode, we trace how the hourly model took over (from artisans to Taylorism to the FLSA), why it systematically funnels surplus value to owners, and why AI is about to accelerate that transfer for consultants, coders, strategists, and creators.Drawing on insights from Roland Frasier, we outline a practical pivot: Consulting for Equity (CFE). Trade your peak-leverage assets (judgment, access, strategic vision) for ownership stakes in businesses AI will amplify. The window to negotiate from strength is short—think 2–5 years. This is how you reconnect pay to outcomes and own a slice of the future you help create.

Step inside the Pol' Atteu Beverly Hills boutique for Part 2 as Selling Sunset's Mary Bonnet gets gloriously Undressed—from hot topics and headline hype to runway roasts and a spine-tingling coffee reading that points straight to… Bali.

Natalie Holloway turned a $5,000 side hustle into Bala — a globally recognized fitness brand worn by millions and backed by Mark Cuban and Maria Sharapova. In this interview, the Bala co-founder breaks down how she and her husband Max bootstrapped the brand from their garage to $20M+ in sales, weathered near-bankruptcy after the post-COVID crash, and rebuilt into a nine-figure company with 20+ products and collaborations with brands like Spanx and Pucci. From surviving massive layoffs to mastering profitability and rebuilding from the ground up, this is a raw, unfiltered look at what it takes to build, lose, and rebuild a modern fitness empire. What you'll learn from this interview: • How Bala grew from a $5K side hustle to a nine-figure global brand • The story behind their $900K Shark Tank deal with Mark Cuban & Maria Sharapova • What really happened after the COVID fitness boom — and how they recovered • The leadership lessons from scaling a 30-person team down to 3 and back again • How to manage co-founding a company with your partner without burning out • The strategy behind Bala's collaborations with Spanx and major lifestyle brands • How to protect your IP, handle copycats, and stay focused on innovation • Why Natalie is now mentoring founders and writing The Bala Playbook to share hard-won lessons By the end of this interview, you'll walk away with a roadmap for building a resilient, profitable, and enduring brand — and the mindset to navigate every high and low along the journey. SAVE 50% ON OMNISEND FOR 3 MONTHS Get 50% off your first 3 months of email and SMS marketing with Omnisend with the code FOUNDR50. Just head to ⁠⁠https://your.omnisend.com/foundr⁠⁠ to get started. HOW WE CAN HELP YOU SCALE YOUR BUSINESS FASTER Learn directly from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders inside Foundr+ Start your $1 trial → ⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/startdollartrial⁠⁠ PREFER A CUSTOM ROADMAP AND 1-ON-1 COACHING? → Starting from scratch? Apply here → ⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-start-application⁠⁠ → Already have a store? Apply here → ⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-growth-application⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH NATHAN CHAN Instagram → ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nathanchan⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhchan/⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH NATALIE HOLLOWAY Website → https://shopbala.com/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/natalieholloway/ FOLLOW FOUNDR FOR MORE BUSINESS GROWTH STRATEGIES YouTube → ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2uyvzdt⁠⁠ Website → ⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com⁠⁠ Instagram → ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foundr/⁠⁠ Facebook → ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/foundr⁠⁠ Twitter → ⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/foundr⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundr/⁠⁠ Podcast → ⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/podcast

Ryan Carson (ex-Treehouse, Intel; now Builder-in-Residence at Sourcegraph's AMP) shares his origin story and a practical playbook for shipping software with AI agents. We cover why “tokens aren't cheap,” how AMP made pro-level coding free via developer ads, a concrete workflow (PRD → atomic dev tasks → agent execution with self-tests), and why managers should spend time as ICs “managing AI.” We close with advice for raising AI-native kids and a perspective on this moment in tech (think integrated circuit–level shift).Timestamps00:00 – The beginning of intelligence: how LLMs changed Ryan's view of computing00:23 – Apple IIe → Turbo Pascal → Computer Science: the maker bug bites03:20 – DropSend: early SaaS, Dropbox name clash, first acquisition04:30 – Treehouse: teaching coding without a CS degree; $20M raised, acquired in 202105:02 – The “bigger than a computer” moment: discovering LLMs06:15 – Joining Intel: learning GPUs and the scale of silicon (“my adult internship”)07:09 – Building an AI divorce assistant → joining AMP as Builder-in-Residence09:38 – AMP vs ChatGPT/Claude/Cursor: agentic coding with contextual developer ads11:09 – Token economics: why AI isn't really cheap17:27 – Frontier vs Flash models (Sonnet 4.5 vs Gemini 2.5) — how costs scale21:31 – Private startup: vertical AI for specialized domains22:36 – The new wave of small, vertical AI businesses23:01 – Live demo: building a news app end-to-end with AMP28:18 – How to plan like a pro: write the PRD before you build30:02 – “Outsource the work, not your thinking.”32:28 – Turning PRDs into atomic tasks (1.0, 1.1…)35:50 – Competing in an AI world = planning well36:28 – Managers should schedule IC time to “manage AI”37:14 – Designing feedback loops so agents can test themselves39:47 – “AI lied to me”: why verifiable tests matter41:11 – Raising AI-native kids: build trust, context, and agency43:59 – “We're living in the integrated circuit moment of intelligence.”Tools & Technologies MentionedAMP (Sourcegraph) – Agentic coding tool/IDE copilot that plans, edits, and ships code. Now offers a high-end, ad-supported free tier; ads are contextual for developers and don't influence code outputs.Sourcegraph (Code Search) – Parent company; enterprise code intelligence/search.ChatGPT / Claude – General-purpose LLM assistants commonly used alongside coding agents.Cursor / Windsurf – AI-first code editors that integrate LLMs for completion and refactors.Bolt / Lovable – Text-to-app builders for rapid prototyping from prompts.WhisperFlow / SuperWhisper – Voice-to-text tools for fast prompting and dictation.Anthropic Sonnet 4.5 – Frontier-grade reasoning/coding model; powerful but pricier per token.Google Gemini 2.5 Flash – Fast, lower-cost model; “good enough” for many workloads.Auth0 (example) – Authentication-as-a-service mentioned as a contextual ad use case.GPUs / TPUs – Compute for training/inference; token cost drivers behind AI pricing.PRD + Atomic Tasks Workflow – Ryan's method: record spec → generate PRD → expand to dot-notated tasks → let the agent implement.Self-testing Scripts – Ask agents to generate runnable tests/health checks and loop until passing to reduce back-and-forth and prevent “it passed” hallucinations.Family ChatGPT Accounts – Tip for raising AI-native kids; teach sourcing, context, and trust calibration.Subscribe at⁠ thisnewway.com⁠ to get the step-by-step playbooks, tools, and workflows.

This week on Inspire Change...Gunter is opening up the discussion about healing as a lifelong journey navigating setbacks and growth.  #InspireChange #Philosophy #Science #Reflection #Contemplation #SelfDevelopment #Masculinity #MakingGoodMenGreat #stoicism This week we are launching some partnerships with some ad sponsors that promote well-being, wellness and natural products. This week we would like to introduce you to More Labs.  More Labs' Morning Recovery is the #1 alcohol recovery supplement that helps you wake up clear-headed and refreshed. Clinically proven and trusted by thousands, with 20M+ bottles sold and a 4.9-star rating, it works. Try it risk-free! Enjoy an exclusive discount with our promo code https://www.morelabs.com/discount/INSPIRECHANGE Our code will be applied to your cart and you get a discount at any of the products at MoreLabs.com Their products are loaded with super ingredients—Milk Thistle, Prickly Pear, Red Ginseng, Electrolytes, and B Vitamins. It is Developed with top scientists—including Dr. Fu Chen, a former FDA expert in supplement absorption. MoreLabs products work better than sports drinks—targets toxin buildup and nutrient loss, not just dehydration. Their products are a clean formula—no artificial colors, sweeteners, or preservatives.  It is also portable & TSA-friendly—perfect for travel, work, or big nights out.Our gratitude this week goes out to our  listeners, We thank YOU for tuning in and promoting positive social change.  This makes you a part of Gunter's efforts in transforming not only men's lives but lives in general and we are grateful you have joined us.  This week we are taking a look at the Global Listeners List and for the FIRST time we would like to share our gratitude with our listeners in Iraq.  Thankyou  Baghdad & Nineveh (Nin-uh-vuh) for bringing Iraq on to the list at #10. CONGRATULATIONS!!!  We appreciate your efforts of supporting positive social change!I, DeVonna Prinzi the Co-Exec Producer and our Show-runner Miranda Spigener-Sapon sincerely thank you and ask that you please take the time to like, follow, subscribe, and share as your efforts make a difference to everyone here at Inspire Change with Gunter.   Please remember If you want to share your story of social change, feel free to reach out  to the show directly. Please see the show-notes for our contact information.  As always thank you to each and every one of our listeners, and most importantly please keep Inspiring positive social change.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inspire-change-with-gunter--3633478/support.Gunter Swoboda and Lorin Josephson's neo-noir/supernatural thriller novel Amulets of Power, Book I A Brian Poole Mystery is officially ON SALE EVERYWHERE you like to get book, but if you want a discount please consider ording direct. ANY LISTENER who order's direct will get a surprise gift. https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=3RoOA6kVQ7ZgmqSK9LdnvNyDAZZFsg9IMaLUaprPgXKMake sure you LIKE SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW our new Official YouTube Channel of Video Shorts series: https://www.youtube.com/@InspireChangewithGunterSwoboda/videos where we will be adding new videos and content every week from Gunter and our guests.  https://www.youtube.com/@InspireChangewithGunterSwoboda/videos

Adam Swart is the founder and CEO of Crowds on Demand — a company that literally organizes protests, rallies, and PR stunts for clients across the U.S. In this interesting conversation, Henry and Danny dig into how this shadowy industry actually works: who pays for demonstrations, how they're staffed, and where ethics fit in when civic action becomes a paid service. Swart claims his firm turned down $20 million in offers to organize anti-Trump protests, and insists “paid protestors” aren't what conspiracy theories make them out to be.But Danny pushes back — asking whether commodifying civic activism cheapens democracy itself. Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Who is Adam Swart?02:00 – How the “Crowds on Demand” model was born05:00 – The mechanics of paid activism08:00 – Drawing the ethical line: Who he'll work with15:00 – “Protest is advertising, not voting”20:00 – Does paying people for civic action corrupt democracy?27:00 – The myth of “grassroots” movements35:00 – Why Swart turned down $20M in anti-Trump business44:00 – Vetting protestors and the risk of instability52:00 – The transparency problem57:00 – “Paid protestors” and the class divide in outrage01:02:00 – Swart's upcoming “Protester Bill of Rights” Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://brohistory.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #340 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The D2D Podcast, Hunter Lee sits down with Brianna Fitzpatrick, Founder and CEO of Digital Natives, a Phoenix-based digital advertising agency managing over $1M/month in ad spend for service-based businesses. Brianna shares her journey from running global ad campaigns to helping local service companies turn clicks into paying customers through smarter, data-driven marketing.If you're someone trying to generate more leads and build trust beyond the first knock, this episode is packed with gold. Brianna breaks down how simple, low-cost strategies like Google Business profiles, automation, and review incentives can instantly boost visibility and why authentic, low-production content often outperforms polished videos.You'll also learn why marketing and sales should never operate in silos, how tracking tools like CallRail and UTM codes can tighten your conversion process, and how to retarget unclosed leads for quick wins. Whether you're working with a marketing team or just starting from scratch, Brianna's actionable advice will help you build consistency, credibility, and a brand that sells long after the door closes.You'll find answers to key questions such as:How can digital marketing help door-to-door reps extend trust after the first knock?What simple tools can door to door people use to start building a personal or company brand online?Why are low-production, authentic videos outperforming polished content in 2025?How can marketing and sales teams work together to close more high-quality leads?What are the best ways to retarget and convert leads that didn't close the first time?Get in touch with Brianna Fitzpatrick: 

This week's episode opens with a layoffs avalanche that could bury a small HR department. Nestlé slashes 16,000 jobs—mostly white-collar, as AI now crunches numbers faster than accountants can say “chocolate river.” Meta cuts 600 from its super-intelligence team (the irony writes itself), Paycom drops 500 engineers (guess the bots finally learned to code), Handshake axes over 100 (pivoting to “AI-centric tech” = fancy talk for “we're toast”), and even programmatic darling Appcast trims 32. The hot acquisition pitch? JobGet should buy Handshake and rebrand it Handjob.com—because nothing screams “career move” like a domain that triggers every corporate filter. The bullshit meter detonates. Facebook resurrects its job board after killing it in 2023—rumor has it Zuck's prepping AR glasses where “Starbucks is hiring” beams directly into your latte-fueled daydreams. X quietly buries its LinkedIn-killer tab (Elon's too busy monetizing outrage). Adzuna unveils a “revolutionary” search that's basically ZipRecruiter's Phil minus the creepy spokesperson—half-baked, no employer-side matching, and it begs for your email like a desperate Tinder bio. Metaview's Chicago billboard (“Who says hiring has to be fair?”) gets flayed: four-second glance, logo smaller than a South Park punchline, and DEI messaging dumber than a rock. Fix? “Effective AI. Giant Logo. Metaview.com.” Done. Stop torching $35M on ego art. Funding fireworks: Findem.ai pockets another $51M, hitting $105M total (Intello 2.0, now with agent spice—same data warehouse, new flavor packet). Deel raises $300M, pushing its war chest to $1.3B at a $17.3B valuation—enough to buy a mid-sized nation and still tip the barista. Armstrong grabs $12M for AI dish-washing robots (Taco Bell's drive-thru is about to ghost human order-takers faster than you can say “Doritos Locos”). Jack & Jill scores $20M for conversational job alerts—talk to your laptop, get emailed Indeed links. Groundbreaking… if it's 2001. Economy's a K-shaped tire fire: Hamburger Helper sales spike 14% (flashbacks to salty 70s trauma: “Dad tried to fix it with more salt—burned my mouth and my will to live”). Freight rates up 20%, subprime auto delinquencies worse than COVID, Great Recession, and dot-com bust combined. White Castle flips fully autonomous in Ohio—farewell, drive-thru jobs; hello, robot flipping your sliders while you doom-scroll in sweatpants. Finale: OpenAI green-lights erotic ChatGPT for verified adults starting December (the internet was literally built on the promise of pixelated nipples—Sam Altman's just cashing the OG check). Age-gating? Cute. Show me a 10-ft wall, I'll show you an 11-ft ladder and a forged ID. They also launch ChatGPT Atlas, an AI browser with a sassy sidebar—because Chrome's 2:38 median tab time and 11.4 open tabs (recruiters: double that, easy) needed a drunk-texting career coach. Google infused Gemini; OpenAI counters by making browsing feel like your browser just joined a group chat.Buckle up—2026 will be wilder than a Meta glasses app that undresses your LinkedIn connections in AR. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Recap of Reckfest02:18 Reflections on MTV's Impact and Evolution04:57 The Changing Landscape of Job Platforms07:36 Layoffs and Industry Shifts10:09 The Future of Recruiting Technology13:08 Meta's Job Platform and Advertising Strategies15:42 Critique of Adzuna's New Search Features18:04 Closing Thoughts and Future Predictions26:35 The Power of AI in Recruiting30:44 Funding Frenzy in the Recruitment Tech Space34:59 The Impact of Automation on Fast Food Jobs42:49 Economic Indicators and Their Implications48:06 The Intersection of AI, Browsers, and Adult Content

Discover how Daniel Walsh built a $20M property portfolio - and learn the blueprint to turn time into freedom and become a “time billionaire.” What if your greatest wealth wasn’t measured in money, but in minutes? In this episode, we’re bringing back one of our most popular interviews — a grounded, practical masterclass with property investor and coach Daniel Walsh on how to turn time into wealth and wealth into free time. Daniel’s story is as inspiring as it is instructive. From earning just $34,000 a year as a 19-year-old tradie to becoming a train driver and then building a $20 million property portfolio in his 30s, Daniel has mastered the art of creating financial freedom through smart, sustainable investing. In this conversation with Bushy Martin, you’ll discover: How to swap income for freedom — and make time your most valuable asset The power of choosing quality properties that quietly compound wealth How to structure your portfolio to keep risk boring Why real success is measured in minutes, not more stuff And how repetition and consistency build mastery — in money and in mindset Whether you’re new to the Get Invested tribe or have been listening for years, this episode is rocket fuel for anyone ready to design a life of freedom through property. Connect with Daniel Daniel's education courses: https://ypywmastery.com.au Find your Freedom Formula Success in property starts with your 'why', and then the 'what' and 'how'. Let me, Bushy Martin, lead you through it! Sign up for my Freedom Formula program. The first session is absolutely free, and it only takes around an hour! Find out more https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course Subscribe to Property Hub for free now on your favourite podcast player. Take the next step - connect, engage and get more insights with the Property Hub community at linktr.ee/propertyhubau Book a personal solutions session with Bushy to go deeper on your specific property needs or challenges Continue the discussion with likeminded investors and experts on The Property Hub Collective Facebook group Get a copy of Bushy's book, Get Invested, for FREE, and find out what it takes for you to invest in living more, working less Get all Property Hub info here linktr.ee/propertyhubau About Get Invested, a Property Hub show Get Invested is the leading weekly podcast for Australians who want to learn how to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. Hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle, Get Invested reveals the secrets of the high performers who invest for success in every aspect of their lives and the world around them. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube to get every Get Invested episode each week for free. For business enquiries, email andrew@apiromarketing.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John sits down with Harmony Brownwood, CEO & founder of GreenWorks Inspections & Engineering, to unpack how she grew from zero connections in 2009 to one of the largest independently owned inspection companies in the U.S.—now operating across six states with 11 locations, 2,500–3,000 services a month, and a runway from ~$15M toward $20M in annual revenue. Harmony shares the mindset work that kept her going for 16 months without a sale, the systems that let her scale beyond herself, and why “happy clients + happy team” is the non-negotiable core KPI.They get into how GreenWorks blends home inspections, structural engineering, and environmental services; why market flatness forces true market-share plays; and the playbook for entering new states by leading with engineering/environmental before residential inspections. You'll hear how she measures client experience (NPS, “happy calls,” QC + AI on 80k+ reports), builds SOPs that actually stick, and keeps standards sky-high while still being beloved by realtors, investors, and homeowners.If you want a concrete blueprint for scaling a people-powered, service-heavy org—without PE money, franchising, or letting quality slip—this one's for you.

Ian Wagner touches base with Terry Harbort, CEO of Talisker Resources, for his comments on the latest news from the company. Talisker recently announced a $20M financing deal following their second month of production. Terry discusses what the funds will be used for, including the continued development at the project.

This week on Inspire Change...Gunter is ad-libbing as we wrap up the year. #InspireChange #Philosophy #Science #Reflection #Contemplation #SelfDevelopment #Masculinity #MakingGoodMenGreat #stoicism This week we are launching some partnerships with some ad sponsors that promote well-being, wellness and natural products. This week we would like to introduce you to More Labs.  More Labs' Morning Recovery is the #1 alcohol recovery supplement that helps you wake up clear-headed and refreshed. Clinically proven and trusted by thousands, with 20M+ bottles sold and a 4.9-star rating, it works. Try it risk-free! Enjoy an exclusive discount with our promo code https://www.morelabs.com/discount/INSPIRECHANGE Our code will be applied to your cart and you get a discount at any of the products at MoreLabs.com Their products are loaded with super ingredients—Milk Thistle, Prickly Pear, Red Ginseng, Electrolytes, and B Vitamins. It is Developed with top scientists—including Dr. Fu Chen, a former FDA expert in supplement absorption. MoreLabs products work better than sports drinks—targets toxin buildup and nutrient loss, not just dehydration. Their products are a clean formula—no artificial colors, sweeteners, or preservatives.  It is also portable & TSA-friendly—perfect for travel, work, or big nights out.Our gratitude this week goes out to our  listeners, We thank YOU for tuning in and promoting positive social change.  This makes you a part of Gunter's efforts in transforming not only men's lives but lives in general and we are grateful you have joined us.   This week we are taking a look at the USA's Top Ten Listeners List and would like to share our gratitude with our listeners in Atlanta for bringing Georgia  all the way to the top at #1, as you have have been steadily climbing the chart in your efforts of supporting positive social change. CONGRATULATIONS!!!  you made it to #1! I, DeVonna Prinzi the Co-Exec Producer and our Show-runner Miranda Spigener-Sapon sincerely thank you and ask that you please take the time to like, follow, subscribe, and share as your efforts make a difference to everyone here at Inspire Change with Gunter.    Please remember If you want to share your story of social change, feel free to reach out  to the show directly. Please see the show-notes for our contact information.  As always thank you to each and every one of our listeners, and most importantly keep Inspiring positive social change.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inspire-change-with-gunter--3633478/support.Gunter Swoboda and Lorin Josephson's neo-noir/supernatural thriller novel Amulets of Power, Book I A Brian Poole Mystery is officially ON SALE EVERYWHERE you like to get book, but if you want a discount please consider ording direct. ANY LISTENER who order's direct will get a surprise gift. https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=3RoOA6kVQ7ZgmqSK9LdnvNyDAZZFsg9IMaLUaprPgXKMake sure you LIKE SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW our new Official YouTube Channel of Video Shorts series: https://www.youtube.com/@InspireChangewithGunterSwoboda/videos where we will be adding new videos and content every week from Gunter and our guests.  https://www.youtube.com/@InspireChangewithGunterSwoboda/videos

Are you struggling to make sense of your marketing data? GA4 could be the cause, but it doesn't have to be this difficult. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Joshua Lauer, Founder of Lauer Creations Inc., who shares his journey from musician to data guru and explains how he helps businesses simplify their data for more effective marketing. With a focus on fixing common GA4 headaches, Joshua reveals the steps every business should take to ensure their data is driving the right insights. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just starting, this episode is packed with actionable tips for overcoming the complexities of Google Analytics and making your data work for you. Key Takeaways: → What is GA4, and why is it so different from its predecessor, Universal Analytics? → Common mistakes businesses make when setting up Google Analytics. → How to identify the real goal of your website and ensure your data aligns with it. → The key reports that every business should automate for better decision-making. → The step-by-step process for fixing GA4 setup issues and ensuring accurate reporting. Joshua Lauer is a seasoned marketing intelligence professional and the founder of Lauer Creations Inc., where he's helped over 100 businesses turn marketing confusion into data-driven clarity. With over 12 years of experience, he specializes in GA4 troubleshooting, digital analytics, and building strategic data warehouses for $20M+ revenue companies. In just two years, he's generated over $500K in consulting revenue by helping brands shift from scattered reporting to actionable insights. Joshua is known for making complex data simple—translating technical noise into powerful growth strategies. Connect With Joshua Lauer: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauerjoshua/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, James and JB dive into a £240k/month cleaning business with a massive £20M vision. The challenge? Building a leadership team that truly feels ownership over the mission, not just working for a salary, but thinking and acting like co-founders.Find out more from Raynor here: ⁠bloomcleaning.co.ukSign up to my weekly newsletter 'The James Sinclair Letter' here: https://www.jamessinclair.net/the-letterFind out your Entrepreneurial DNA, take the '8 Traits of the Greats' quiz here ► https://jamessinclair.scoreapp.comGet your tickets to our next event here ► https://www.jamessinclair.net/eventsApply to be on my podcast here ► https://jamessinclair.net/podcasts/My Socials:

Buckle up, because this week's episode is a wild ride through chaos and couture. We've got a possible Thanksgiving travel nightmare thanks to a looming government shutdown, SKIMS launching faux fur panties (the bush is back, baby), and UPS saying “return to sender” by literally throwing packages away. Nicki Minaj might lose her $20M mansion, a beloved website is now blocked in Arizona, and we say RIP to legends Diane Keaton and D'Angelo. RHOP's Wendy Osefo got arrested, NBC News cut their diversity teams, and buying a new car now costs a casual $50K. America's running on delusion and iced coffee, and we're here to talk about it. IG: itswista Podcast IG: wordswithwista Substack: wordswithwista

Want to build a construction business that runs without you? In this episode, Aaron Mills shares how accurate financials and strategic systems can transform your company from owner-dependent to highly valuable and sellable. Learn how one electrical contractor grew from $30M to $90M in four years while the owner reduced his involvement from 60 hours to just a few hours per week.What You'll LearnHow to transform messy financials into strategic tools for growthThe importance of WIP schedules and how they reveal hidden profit opportunitiesWhy pricing increases often meet less resistance than you expectHow to strategically remove yourself from day-to-day operationsThe exact systems needed to triple net profits while working lessTime Stamps00:55 - Episode Intro02:32 - Financial Resource Optimization04:15 - Challenges in Construction Financials05:29 - Case Study: Electrical Contractor06:48 - Growing Broke: Understanding Revenue Pillars14:21 - Controller vs CFO: Roles and Responsibilities22:25 - Exiting the Business and Personal Success Stories28:51 - Understanding the WIP Schedule31:41 - Dissecting the WIP Schedule36:03 - Training Project Managers44:28 - Challenges in Implementing WIP46:03 - The Importance of Systems49:16 - Daaxit's Free Strategy Session50:30 - Core Values and Asking for Help50:55 - The Story Behind Daaxit51:47 - Episode OutroSnippets from the Episode"If your financials are on a roller coaster month to month—if you're making a whole bunch of money one month and losing a whole bunch the next—then your financials are inaccurate and you need some help."— Aaron Mills"When you're going to sell your business, it's so much more attractive if you're not in the business running it every day. You want a business that operates by itself."— Aaron Mills"A controller's reporting the history; the CFO bridges the history to the future with the business owner and the vision."— Aaron Mills"I just took my first two weeks off. I didn't answer my phone. This spring, this summer, I've been going to my kids' sporting events for the first time ever, and I have the best relationship with my wife ever."— Construction Business Owner (Client Success Story)Key TakeawaysYour financials should be strategic tools, not just tax documentsWIP schedules reveal hidden profit opportunities when properly analyzedRaising prices on unprofitable clients is often easier than you thinkBuilding a business that runs without you increases its value dramaticallyDifferent revenue levels ($5M, $10M, $20M+) require completely different systemsProject managers need monthly financial reviews to maintain profitabilityA business that runs without you provides both financial and personal freedomResources⁠24 Things⁠ Construction Business Owners Need to Successfully Hire & Train an Executive Assistant⁠Schedule⁠ a 15-Minute Roadblock CallCheck out⁠ OpenPhone⁠Build a Business that Runs without you. Explore our⁠ GrowthKits⁠ Need Marketing Help? We Recommend⁠ Benali⁠Need Help with podcast production? We recommend⁠ Demandcast⁠More from Aaron MillsAaron Mills - Founder/ CEO DaaxitDaaxit WebsiteAaron Mills on LinkedInMore from Martin Holland⁠theprofitproblem.com⁠⁠annealbc.com⁠   ⁠Email Martin⁠⁠Meet With Martin⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠Instagram⁠More from Khalil⁠benali.com ⁠⁠Email Khalil⁠⁠Meet With Khalil⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠Instagram⁠More from The Cash Flow ContractorSubscribe to our⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠Subscribe to our ⁠Newsletter⁠Follow On Social:⁠ LinkedIn⁠,⁠ Facebook⁠,⁠ Instagram⁠, ⁠X(formerly Twitter)⁠Visit our ⁠website⁠⁠Email⁠ The Cashflow Contractor

In this episode of The D2D Podcast, host Hunter sits down with Thomas Lundberg, founder of Sellify AI. From being $60,000 in debt and unsure of his next step, to breaking rookie records in pest control sales, Thomas' journey is proof that door-to-door can change your life in a single summer.He shares how the grind of knocking doors shaped his faith, discipline, and resilience—lessons that carried him into entrepreneurship. Today, through Sellify AI, Thomas is pioneering sales automation that helps companies retarget customers, win back canceled accounts, and even close deals end-to-end with AI-driven conversations.For new or struggling reps, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways: the importance of having a strong “why,” the role of faith and consistency on the doors, and how to leverage technology without losing the human touch. Thomas also dives into the realities of entrepreneurship—why relationships matter more than revenue, and how staying grounded in your principles is key to long-term success.Whether you're just starting out or looking for ways to level up, Thomas' story shows how setbacks can become setups for massive growth if you stay committed to the process.You'll find answers to key questions such as:How can faith and purpose fuel success in door-to-door sales?What lessons from D2D translate directly into entrepreneurship?How does Sellify AI help companies close more sales automatically?Is AI a threat to reps, or a tool to grow the industry?What mindset shifts can turn personal setbacks into breakthroughs?Get in Touch with Thomas Lundberg & Sellify AI:Website: https://sellifyai.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-k-lundberg/Ready to stop feeling stuck and scale your home service business? Join our Virtual Business Bootcamp (Oct 23–24) and learn the 3-Part Operating System that's helped 300+ owners hit $10M, $20M, and beyond.Lock in your spot now: https://events.thed2dexperts.com/live-now?el=pod-shownotes-ep494&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=bmb2Thank you for listening! Don't miss out on future episodes! Subscribe to The D2D Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You may also watch this podcast on YouTube!You may also follow Sam Taggart on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for more nuggets on D2D and Sales Tips.

Whaddup Mess Hall! We're back with another episode filled with the internet's mess!We're hopping into:I (28F) went through my boyfriends's (31M) phone and can't unsee what I saw.37M with 38F for 4-5 years. Not sure how I should feel...Confused by mixed signals from an 18F need perspective,i 20M.Me (40M) and my wife (40F) tried a threesome, and now I feel insecure. How do I talk to her about it?Thanks for listening!Socials: @ourrelationshippod on IG, Ify is @ifynwadiwe on Twitter and IG, Emmy is @ohmyemilylouise on IG Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OurRelationshipPodcastwithIfyandEmilyEmail: ourrapodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if one relationship could unlock a hundred new clients for your agency? In this episode, we dive into the Tastemaker Strategy, a proven sales approach that scaled Scorpion from $20M to $200M by leveraging the hidden power of industry influencers. You'll learn why 90% of buyers choose from a preset shortlist (according to Harvard research), and how to ensure your agency gets on it. From identifying tastemakers to prioritizing them using two simple tools, this episode gives you the roadmap to predictable growth. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why tastemakers, not cold calls, are the key to filling your pipeline The “Golden Egg vs. Goose” analogy that changes how you think about growth A real-world case study: how one tastemaker relationship turned 1 client into 100 The AI-powered process to uncover top brands, thought leaders, and trends in your vertical How to use the Opportunity Matrix to identify which tastemakers deserve your focus A step-by-step action plan to build trust and add value to the right people ⏱ Episode Chapters 00:00 What is the Tastemaker Strategy 00:25 The Power of Tastemakers & the Golden Egg Analogy 01:17 Why 90% of Buyers Choose from a Shortlist (Harvard Research) 01:46 Case Study: How One Tastemaker Relationship Turned 1 Client into 100+ 02:30 Tool #1 03:17 Tool #2 04:24 Your 3-Step Action Plan 05:30 Why One Tastemaker Can Be Worth 100 Clients 05:44 Next Step: The 6-Slide Trust Multiplier Framework Resources & Links Mentioned in the Episode: Free Tastemaker Workbook – Get the exact AI prompt and walkthrough to build your own list: https://deep-specialization.kit.com/tastemaker-prompt Remember, one tastemaker can be worth a hundred clients. Build the right relationship, and you'll never have to chase cold leads again.

Welcome back to EUVC Live in Malmö, where we bring you unfiltered conversations with the voices shaping Europe's venture ecosystem.In this session, Nick de la Forge, Partner at Planet A Ventures, takes the stage to share insights from an eye-opening field trip through China's climate and hardware startup ecosystem.Nick's story begins with a simple question: what if we're wrong about China's advantage? — and ends with a humbling realization of just how fast and how efficiently the world's largest manufacturing ecosystem now moves.Joined by fellow investors from 2150, Energy Impact Partners, and Compass, Nick toured factories, startups, and hyperscalers like CATL and BYD, witnessing firsthand what “scale” really looks like. The takeaway? Europe's biggest competitor isn't just cheaper — it's faster, leaner, and far more integrated.

✨ Sales isn't about the numbers—it's about people. In this episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, Gui Costin shares how authentic connections and a people-first mindset scaled Dakota into a $20M business and raised $40B+ for clients.

When you're building a business that appeals to investors, you have to show that you can scale and stabilize at every level.  But here's the thing - scaling isn't clean or painless…it's not supposed to be. It almost always means that things will break. Systems will strain, processes will collapse, and the business will feel unstable.  This is inevitable. Growth will always stress the business.  As a founder, your mindset shouldn't be preventing stress; it should be preparing for it.  Every stage of growth demands that you adapt, fix what cracked under pressure, and put new structures in place that can carry you to the next level.  And part of that structure isn't technical at all, it's human. Your inner circle has to be balanced. Too many yeses and you'll miss the weak spots. Too many nos and you'll never take the risks growth requires. What should early-stage founders be thinking about as they grow? How did my guest turn a $30K loan from his 401K into 20+ million in real estate and a $10M a year company?  In this episode, I'm joined by entrepreneur, mentor, short-term rental expert, and investor, Josh Hatter.  We unpack why scaling is supposed to feel uncomfortable, how to treat breakage as proof of progress, and why curating the right mix of voices around you might be the most important system you ever build. Topics Covered How Josh turned a $30k 401k loan into $20M+ of real estate assets and $100M under management How childhood chaos became his greatest entrepreneurial strength The real reason rental arbitrage is dangerous (and what to do instead) How to survive a once-in-a-lifetime industry collapse like COVID in hospitality Why scaling means breaking your systems on purpose The hardest balancing act in entrepreneurship Why owning the real estate your business operates in is one of the smartest wealth moves you can make How Josh formalized his mentorship group into a nonprofit   Guest Bio Josh Hatter is a Short Term Rental (STR) and Bed & Breakfast (B&B) expert investor and entrepreneur. After working in Corporate America, Josh bet on himself to grow a $30,000 401 (k) loan to $20M+ of assets in 12 years of real estate investing through his principles of information arbitrage. He helps high achievers exit corporate America and reach financial independence through hospitality real estate. Visit https://www.joshhatter.com/, send an email to josh@joshhatter.com. To learn more about the mentorship program, visit https://keyscollective.org, and to stay at Josh's rentals, visit staycvp.com.    About Your Host Jayla Siciliano, Shark Tank entrepreneur turned real estate investor, excels in building brands, teams, and products. CEO of a bi-coastal luxury short-term rental company, she also hosts the Seed Money Podcast, where she's on a mission to help early-stage entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality!  Connect: Website: https://seedmoneypodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylasiciliano/ Subscribe and watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@seedmoneypodcast/    Please rate, follow, and review the podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seed-money/id1740815877 and https://open.spotify.com/show/0VkQECosb1spTFsUhu6uFY?si=5417351fb73a4ea1/! Hearing your comments and questions helps me come up with the best topics for the show!   The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice.  

In this episode, Casey sits down with Ty Nielson and Tim Miller, the entrepreneurial duo behind Ninja Kids, for a candid masterclass on building creator-led experiences with heart, vision, and relentless execution. Fresh off a Tony Robbins immersion, they unpack how state, story, and strategy helped catalyze new habits and higher standards; and why the energy of an aligned community can flip limiting beliefs into bold action.Ty and Tim trace their path from shaping the trampoline park industry to founding Ninja Kids; along the way they learned that it's rarely a lack of resources, but a lack of resourcefulness that holds leaders back. Their time scaling hundreds of locations provided a front-row education in private equity, deal structure, and culture; lessons they'd later use to design on their own terms.They also share the scrappy stories that shaped the brand's creator partnership strategy; from pursuing real estate with nothing but conviction, to a chance introduction that led to the Ninja Kids collaboration and a new growth thesis. Expect takeaways on proximity as power, building wonder into product, modeling excellence, and leading so your people feel believed in.Chapters00:00 | Opening & Intros: Ninja Kids leadership00:41 | Tony Robbins: going “all in”01:52 | Shared values & why Sandlot invested03:58 | What a Tony event feels like (state → story → strategy)06:47 | The 55° room, physiology, and energy07:14 | Full-circle moment on Casey's plane10:08 | Community, permission to play big, and breakthroughs11:00 | Proximity is power: the billionaire story15:13 | Belonging, imposter syndrome, and belief17:15 | Dreaming bigger: from $20M to $1B vision17:46 | Shared values with investors & doing them proud19:50 | Theme of the journey: people who believe in you20:56 | Origins: missions in Russia & lifelong partnership27:06 | What Russians taught them about trust and loyalty29:29 | Ty's childhood in post-USSR Russia (Pepsi → Coke!)31:44 | The leap: from Schlumberger to “ringmaster” vision35:12 | Titles, vision, and chasing wonder36:20 | Modeling leaders; habits, gratitude, and wonderment41:08 | Designing for wonder: lighting, art, and moments45:46 | Scaling lessons: do your absolute best, be resourceful47:49 | It's not resources; it's resourcefulness54:14 | 300+ parks, private equity, and real-world MBA56:32 | Culture shock: when the magic dwindles58:21 | Fired → phone call → blessing → new chapter01:02:23 | Pattern recognition: rebrands vs. creators01:06:05 | Tesla saga to Chicago: conviction on wheels01:08:37 | Kindness compounds: the people who helped01:12:50 | Emergent strategy: buy tired parks, create energy01:14:01 | Non-competes, red tape, and 34-month realities01:16:35 | The Ninja Kids intro (thanks, Stevie from BYU)01:17:44 | First acquisition in Dallas & signing the PGs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 169 of the Best Coach Ever podcast, Lynette sits down with her longtime business coach and mentor, Julie Chenell, to talk about the real path to a sustainable, multi-million dollar business. Spoiler: it didn't start with aura, vibes, or a viral funnel. It started with blogging in 2007 to cope with postpartum depression.Julie unpacks the 10-year foundation that led to her $20M+ empire—before the world even knew her name—and explains why most entrepreneurs are chasing the wrong problems, panicking too early, and glamorizing burnout. This episode is a must-listen if you're craving business advice that actually makes sense, from someone who's built stable income, strategic systems, and real longevity in the online space.If you're over the "just raise your rates, babe!" business advice, and want the truth about how to make money without melting your nervous system—this one's for you.If you love this episode, don't forget to leave a 5-star rating and a quick review. It's the best way to support the podcast and help us keep bringing you real, honest convos like this one.In this episode, we cover:1) Julie's “Normal but Legendary” Origin Story [0:00 – 7:28]-From blogging as a stay-at-home mom in 2007 to a $20M+ business empire.-How Julie's quiet resilience, not flashy tactics, shaped her long-game success.2) Why “Follow the Problem” Is the Strategy That Always Works [7:29 – 13:42]-How solving real problems (not just building pretty brands) led to her first $300/week.-The Blogspot-to-WordPress migration post that accidentally built her first funnel.3) Same Skills, New Price Tag: How She Scaled Her Services [13:43 – 19:11]-Why repositioning your offer (not reinventing yourself) can 10x your income.-The evolution from blog design → website builds → sales funnels & $20K projects.4) Grit > Vibes: How She Went from $20K to $96K in a Month [19:12 – 25:00]-The truth about her first course launch—and why she still added 1:1 coaching.-The danger of scaling too fast without a stable foundation.5) Million Dollar Grit (The Book & The Lessons That Matter Most) [25:01 – 32:08]-Why Julie's book skips the “highlight reel” years—and focuses on the hard-earned habits.-The overlooked skills that actually lead to 7-figure success (spoiler: not more certifications).6) Business Apocalypse & the Fall of Fluffy Coaching [32:09 – 39:38]-Why “charging your worth” is bad advice and culty vibes aren't a strategy.-The 2020–2023 reckoning that revealed who built real businesses… and who didn't.7) Say Yes Fast & Learn as You Go [39:39 – End]-Why overthinking is killing your momentum—and how action builds clarity.-The final lesson: you don't need a perfect plan, just the willingness to figure it out.Connect with Julie:Website: https://juliechenell.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliecchenellConnect with Lynette:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynettemarieh Fitness Coaching Business Accelerator: https://fcbaprogram.comThe Wellness CEO Mastermind: https://wcmprogram.com

Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news  Bitcoin is down slightly at $111,505 Eth is up slightly at $4,010 XRP, is down slightly at $2.81 Redotpay becomes unicorn Senators call for ethics probe into Trump Family crypto connections Australian treasury releases draft legislation to amend Corporations Act 2001. M2 Capital invests $20M into Ethena's governance token. ###Gemini Card Disclosure: The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. In order to qualify for the $200 crypto intro onus, you must spend $3,000 in your first 90 days. Terms Apply. Some exclusions apply to instant rewards in which rewards are deposited when the transaction posts. This content is not investment advice and trading crypto involves risk. For more details on rates, fees, and other cost information, see Rates & Fees. The Gemini Credit Card may not be used to make gambling-related purchases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Durant forgot his Coinbase password for 11 years, missing out on massive Bitcoin gains. Michael Saylor uses AI to design $6 billion securities. Plus: Monero suffers its deepest reorg attack ever with 18 blocks reorganized. Three wild stories: NBA star Kevin Durant finally remembering his Coinbase password after 11 years of locked Bitcoin gains, Michael Saylor revealing how he uses ChatGPT to design revolutionary $6 billion securities offerings, and Monero experiencing its deepest blockchain reorganization attack in history with 118 invalidated transactions. Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com NOTES: • Durant bought Bitcoin in 2016 at $300-1000 range • His 2016 salary: $20M, today: $53M • Bitcoin outperformed his net worth by 100x • Saylor designed $6B security with AI help • Monero suffered 18-block reorg attack • 118 transactions invalidated on Sept 15th Timestamps: 00:00 Start 00:26 Kevin Durant's BTC Password 09:26 Blockspace Ad 10:02 Bitcoin for Corps 18:40 Monero chain re-org -