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Evan Holladay was three months from closing a $120M affordable housing development... Then he got a tweet. A government agency had pulled the $7 million grant he was awarded. No phone call. No meeting. Just... gone. That's the reality of building in the affordable multifamily space—a world filled with public-private partnerships, massive upside, and government curveballs. But Evan has figured it out. He's developed over 2,700 units and $626M in projects using tax credits, political strategy, and creative capital stacks most investors have never touched. In this episode of Cashflow Connections, we dive into: How the new “Big Beautiful Bill” could unlock 1.2M new units Why affordable housing offers permanent demand and less competition The exact 3-part funding structure behind every deal How to land your first tax credit project (even with zero experience) What politicians, syndicators, and students are now doing to get involved And why Evan is teaching others to build their own “mountains” and multiply their impact through his Affordable Development Mastery program. If you've ever wanted to create long-term cash flow and solve a massive societal problem… You need to hear this conversation. Take Control, Hunter Thompson Resources mentioned in the episode: Evan Holladay Previous episode: Looking Into the World of Affordable Development YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser's Edge. Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

Wallace Wong built Spatula Foods through strategic networking. Discover how he went from Michelin restaurants to 2M+ followers, and learn his breakthrough mindset.For more on Spatula Foods and show notes click here.  Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Nonprofit leadership is about listening, adapting, and staying grounded in your mission—even when facing uncertainty or unexpected challenges. Richard LeBer, President & CEO of the Harry Chapin Food Bank, joins us to kick off Season 3 of IMPACTability: The Nonprofit Leaders Podcast. In this heartfelt conversation, Richard shares his unexpected journey from the corporate world to nonprofit leadership, the critical role food banks play in addressing hunger, and the powerful personal stories that fuel his mission. He also opens up about navigating growing demand with shrinking resources, why safe peer networks are essential, and how culture and mission alignment drive organizational success. From a surprise $2M bequest to leadership lessons learned the hard way, this episode is packed with wisdom for nonprofit executives and board members alike. Whether you're in the trenches of nonprofit leadership or guiding from the Board room, this conversation offers real-world insight, practical advice, and inspiration for leading with purpose. Standout Quotes “Not every nonprofit executive has a safe person to talk to because there's so much competition.” “After Hurricane Irma, we overestimated revenue and had to make painful layoffs; we learned to be more frugal and cautious.” “Working in nonprofits has given me tremendous fulfillment and a different life than the corporate track.” Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome & The Mission of Harry Chapin Food Bank 02:25 – From Corporate Executive to Nonprofit Leader 06:05 – Stories That Inspire and Fuel the Work 10:18 – Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Bottom Line 12:28 – Culture, Mission, and Decision-Making in Nonprofits 18:25 – Building Support Networks & Learning from Mistakes 29:15 – Leading Through Uncertainty and Funding Challenges 36:27 – Advice for Nonprofit CEOs and Board Members 41:05 – Reflections on Purpose, Fulfillment, and Community Guest Bio Richard LeBer is President & CEO of the Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida, the largest hunger relief organization in the region. Under his leadership since 2016, the food bank has tripled fundraising, increased food distribution by 89%, and now serves approximately 250,000 people each month. Richard has led the organization through major challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, historic inflation, and multiple hurricanes such as Irma and Ian. His leadership and Board experience includes the Harvard Club of Southwest Florida, Feeding Florida, Atlanta Community Food Bank, and Georgia Mountain Food Bank. In 2023, Richard was named Man of the Year by Gulfshore Life magazine. Before dedicating his career to the nonprofit sector, Richard served as CEO of National Linen Service and held several executive roles in the for-profit space. He holds a degree from Harvard Business School and the University of Waterloo and enjoys reading, film, food, and running in his spare time. Connect with Richard LeBer at Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida: Website: hcfb.org LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hcfbswfl Twitter/X: @HCFBSWFL Facebook:

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In this episode, Ben Morton sits down with Georgia Aubrey, Co-Founder and Partnerships Director at Love To Visit, the UK's first digital platform for discovering and booking attractions and experiences. From a print marketing background to building a tech platform with over 3.2 million users and 2,700+ live experiences, Georgia shares the remarkable scale-up journey she's taken alongside her twin sister and co-founder, Alice. They've raised over £3.2M in funding, built strategic partnerships with iconic UK venues, and are now gearing up for international expansion. What makes this episode stand out is Georgia's refreshingly candid approach to leadership. She opens up about learning to be a “straight talker,” the emotional challenge of letting go of favourite parts of the business, and the deeply human impact of leading a values-driven team. In this episode, you'll learn: Why holding on to a startup mindset fuels their scale-up success How Georgia navigates decision-making and leadership with her identical twin sister The role AI plays in enabling scale without sacrificing the human touch Why “getting the right people on the bus” is still central to their growth What Georgia's favourite failure taught her about transparency and resilience Whether you're scaling a business or leading through complex growth, Georgia's story is a rich source of practical wisdom, humility, and real-world insight. Leadership Capability Scorecard If you're leading a growing business or team, take five minutes to complete the Leadership Capability Scorecard. It's a free diagnostic tool designed to help you assess your organisation's leadership strengths and gaps across nine essential areas. You can access it here. It might just spark your next leadership breakthrough!

一、思想問題：我對神的認識是不斷進步，還是原地踏步，或甚至大大退步呢？ 二、鑰節： 41:18 牆上雕刻基路伯和棕樹。每二基路伯中間有一棵棕樹，每基路伯有二臉。 聖殿中雕刻的基路伯提醒我們「神就在這裡」，並且要謹慎戰兢地來事奉祂；棕樹提醒我們「神是生命的源頭」，要倚靠神得生命。 我們如何建造、幫助教會，讓人一進入教會就預備好心來敬拜神？我們如何預備我們的家、房間、辦公室，讓我們在生活中可以隨時來敬拜神？ 三、經文結構：A40-42章 量度聖殿：聖殿本身的架構及設備。 41:1-4 內殿尺寸。 41:5-12 旁屋。 41:13-15 整體聖殿尺寸。 41:16-22 聖殿內部。 41:23-26 至聖所的門。 四、結構亮光： Q：在介紹聖殿時特別提到了殿門，這要提醒我們什麼呢？ A： 使者領先知進入聖殿，聖殿是長形的，以三道門隔成三個部分： 入口處的門廊 殿門尺寸：14肘=7.3M 說明：40:48 外殿 殿門尺寸：10肘=5.2M 說明：41:2只有祭司能進入 內殿（至聖所） 殿門尺寸：6肘=3.12M 說明：41:3只有大祭司能進入 其代表意義是： 1.逐漸收窄的殿門，表示越來越神聖，神不斷要求敬拜者的生命要聖潔，要存敬畏、渴慕的心； 2.每進一道門，就再次提醒敬拜者應有的責任與委身。 環繞著聖殿外的南、西、北部設有三層的房屋（王上6:5-10），每層合計30間（v.6），可能作安放聖殿器皿的儲物室（王上7:51），或作收集奉獻的庫房（代下31:11；尼10:37；瑪3:10）。 每一層旁屋的面積不同，越上越寬（v.7），只能由南及北面進入（v.11）。環繞聖殿外的這些旁屋有高6肘的月臺（v.8），月臺以外有空地一直延伸到祭司的聖屋（v.10對面的房屋），聖殿的後面朝西有一間房子，可能也是儲物室（v.12）。 v.13-15整體聖殿的長寬各是是50公尺，非常方正，代表均衡、和諧與神聖！ v.18雕刻的意義：「基路伯」是神的使者，牆上雕刻著基路伯，是隨時提醒百姓要敬拜神，而且和大能的天使相比，百姓的生命是如此卑微與渺小； 「棕樹」代表生命樹，代表神賜下生命。 如同起初所羅門在建造聖殿時的雕刻一般，代表神回到神的殿。 王上6:29 內殿、外殿周圍的牆上都刻著基路伯、棕樹，和初開的花。 v.19人臉、獅子臉面向棕樹，對比四活物有四個臉，而基路伯則有兩個臉，分別是人臉與獅臉，可能一方面代表人面向神來服事神，二方面則是代表神面向人施行公義的審判。 結1:10 至於臉的形像：前面各有人的臉，右面各有獅子的臉，左面各有牛的臉，後面各有鷹的臉。 v.22木桌的用途，不是如同40:42的石桌擺放祭牲用，這個桌應當是放陳設餅的桌子，要在神面前以為記念。 利24:6 要把餅擺列兩行（或譯：摞；下同），每行六個，在耶和華面前精金的桌子上； 五、反省問題： 我對神的認識、事奉與愛慕，是否與日俱增？ 當我來到教會，是否常常被提醒要警醒、戰兢、感恩地敬拜？教會的陳設如何彰顯神的同在？ －－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－ 講員： 貴格會合一堂 徐坤靖牧師 聖經之鑰-各卷書播放清單： https://thfc.pse.is/3epsdf 【聖經之鑰 相關資源】YouTube： https://thfc.pse.is/3cfams電子書： https://thfc.pse.is/3ccluu Powered by Firstory Hosting

The Washington Nationals were rocked early in Sunday's loss to the Padres, with MacKenzie Gore surrendering eight runs in just 2.1 innings, including a grand slam to Xander Bogaerts. It was Gore's worst outing of the year, and a sharp contrast to his All-Star form, with his ERA ballooning from 3.02 to 3.59. While Nick Pivetta dominated the Nats again, the lone offensive bright spot came from Riley Adams' solo homer and James Wood snapping an 0-for-20 slump. On the bright side, Rutledge, Lara, and Henry covered nearly seven innings in relief without allowing a run. Off the field, the Nationals signed No. 1 overall pick Eli Willits for $8.2M and plan to fast-track his development. Cade Cavalli is also nearing a return to the majors as he builds consistency post–Tommy John surgery. With the trade deadline looming, interim GM Mike DeBartolo hinted at dealing veterans like Soroka and Finnegan while protecting core pieces like Gore, Abrams, Wood, and Crews. The Nationals may be struggling now, but their youth movement is gaining real momentum.

The Washington Nationals were rocked early in Sunday's loss to the Padres, with MacKenzie Gore surrendering eight runs in just 2.1 innings, including a grand slam to Xander Bogaerts. It was Gore's worst outing of the year, and a sharp contrast to his All-Star form, with his ERA ballooning from 3.02 to 3.59. While Nick Pivetta dominated the Nats again, the lone offensive bright spot came from Riley Adams' solo homer and James Wood snapping an 0-for-20 slump. On the bright side, Rutledge, Lara, and Henry covered nearly seven innings in relief without allowing a run. Off the field, the Nationals signed No. 1 overall pick Eli Willits for $8.2M and plan to fast-track his development. Cade Cavalli is also nearing a return to the majors as he builds consistency post–Tommy John surgery. With the trade deadline looming, interim GM Mike DeBartolo hinted at dealing veterans like Soroka and Finnegan while protecting core pieces like Gore, Abrams, Wood, and Crews. The Nationals may be struggling now, but their youth movement is gaining real momentum.

What if you could guarantee your family inherits $500K to $2M — even if you never get rich yourself?In this powerful episode of the Deal Pro Podcast, I sit down with financial strategist DeAndre Clayton to break down the difference between generational wealth and generational planning. Most families are chasing legacy… but they're doing it the wrong way — and leaving it all up to chance.You'll discover:✅ The real reason most families never inherit wealth✅ How life insurance can be used to guarantee a legacy✅ A real-life case study of a family that turned $40K into $2M✅ The biggest emotional and cultural blocks holding families back✅ How to set up a wealth strategy even if you're not wealthyWhether you're a parent, investor, or entrepreneur — this episode will change how you think about family, finances, and legacy.

SES has completed the acquisition of Intelsat. Planet Labs has announced a multi-year contract expansion with the Instituto Geográfico Agustín Codazzi (IGAC) in Colombia. Solestial has been selected by SpaceWERX for a Direct-to-Phase II contract in the amount of $1.2 million, and more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Our guest today is Jacob Oakley,   Technical Director at SIXGEN and Space Lead for the DEFCON Aerospace Village.  You can connect with Jacob on LinkedIn, and learn more about the Aerospace Village on their website. Selected Reading SES Completes Acquisition of Intelsat, Creating Global Multi-Orbit Connectivity Powerhouse Planet Expands Multi-Year Contract with Instituto Geográfico Agustín Codazzi (IGAC), Providing Satellite Data and AI-Powered Analytics Feeds Across Colombia Solestial Awarded $1.2M by SpaceWERX for Space Solar Development SpaceX Plans Starship Program for In-Orbit Drug Research - Bloomberg ISS National Lab's Orbital Edge Accelerator Program Selects Six Startups NASA Sees Key Progress on Starlab Commercial Space Station Astronomers capture the birth of planets around a baby sun outside our solar system The handshake in orbit that made the International Space Station possible T-Minus Crew Survey Complete our annual audience survey before August 31. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some brands get bought. Others get worshiped. If you're ready to be the latter, this episode unpacks the strategy behind customer devotion and how to make your brand the one they tattoo on their body - even B2B  (seriously!)GET MORE MARKETING & SALES TOOLS:Are you interested in becoming the published author of a powerful book to help you attract more ideal clients and set you apart from the competition? Imagine holding your own book in your hands as quickly as 3-6 weeks without you ever having to write a word. We do all the work, you get all the glory! Find out how we Capture Your Genius at our sister publishing house Lunch Break Books - powerful books for entrepreneurs with big growth goals.Are you subscribed to Marketing Gold? Get more marketing tools, tips and strategies delivered to your inbox most Mondays. Sign up here.Is your business doing $2M+ and you're ready to take it to the next level? We'll show you how. Get your free marketing roadmap by taking the Client Stampede Assessment. It's fast, free (Value $197) and your 20+ page report is emailed to you instantly.Enjoying the podcast? You'll love the audio book. Get The Client Stampede audio book on Amazon.

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Ex-CIA officer John Kiriakou shares how the Obama era ruined his life, why he believes Obama was manipulated by intelligence insiders, and reveals Rudy Giuliani allegedly sought $2M for a Trump pardon. The PBD Podcast dives deep into this shocking firsthand account.

In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Nelly Gal, founder of Live Vibrant Wellness & Esthetics, who shares her incredible story of going from $0 to building a $2M+ med spa business in just four years. Nelly opens up about supporting 12 family members back in Cuba, working only three days a week, and how she overcame burnout while scaling her clinic. She dives into the mindset shifts that helped her grow, the power of trusting her team, and why true success means having wealth without sacrificing joy or health. It's a must-listen for entrepreneurs, especially women, seeking inspiration to build a thriving business and life on their own terms. Other Resources: When should a growing small business have a Board of Directors or Advisors?en should a growing small business have a Board of Directors or Advisors? Get a return from an effective Chairperson of a Board Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? According to Nelly Gal, the hardest part is changing your own mindset and truly believing in yourself. She says overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome is tougher than any operational or financial challenge. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? Nelly Gal shares that Traction by Gino Wickman has been one of the most impactful books for her business journey, along with favorites like Atomic Habits and The 4-Hour Workweek. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Nelly Gal reveals that her biggest resource lately is actually ChatGPT and exploring AI tools. She's also invested in learning platforms like the app Cursive to deepen her knowledge of AI and tech for business. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Nelly Gal strongly recommends having a solid CRM like Go High Level, using QuickBooks for finances (handled by her accountant), and above all — mastering AI tools like ChatGPT to save time and unlock new strategies. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Nelly Gal would tell her younger self: keep going, it gets better. Believe in yourself, stay patient, and know that you're far more capable than you think — your hard work will create something that feeds people, brings joy, and changes lives. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Success isn't a number in your bank account — it's working three days a week, caring for your family, and living without burnout — Nelly Gal Trust your gut when hiring; the wrong person in the wrong seat will cost you more than you can imagine — Nelly Gal Invest in ads, invest in your team, and most importantly, invest in yourself — because your growth is the foundation of your business — Nelly Gal

This week's Espresso covers news from Addi, Avista, Plenna, Kira, and more!Outline of this episode:[00:30] – Addi secures $35M financing deal from BBVA Spark[00:38] – Avista secures $10M from Ninety One[00:46] – Plenna raises $6M Series A[01:00] – Kira raises $2M to launch AI-stablecoin fintech API[01:08] – Mexico's Banco Plata prices $120M bond offering[01:16] – AlugaMais secures $2M for 12-month rent advances[01:23] – Neon raises $129M in Series E extension round[01:44] – FiT acquires Neurona to expand fintech infrastructure in Latin AmericaResources & people mentioned:Startups: Neurona, Addi, Avista, Plenna, Kira, Plata, AlugaMais, Neon,VCs: BBVA Spark, Ninety One, Dalus Capital, New Ventures, Fondation Botnar, SRM Ventures, IFC, DEGOrganizations: FiT,People: Karla Berman,

In this powerhouse episode of 9x90™, Adi Soozin the Managing Director of Heritage Real Estate Fund, sits down with Jason Ma, Founder, CEO, and Chief Mentor at ThreeEQ, CBO and an investor at AdXero, acclaimed author of “Young Leaders 3.0”, a leading B20/G20 member (since 2014), and a sought-after speaker.As an award-winning chief mentor, AI/tech investor, and global strategist, Jason coaches and prepares select Next Gen leaders for greatness, and advises UHNW families, CEOs, and Single Family Offices on achieving elite outcomes across business, lifelong learning, and life.With 40+ years of industry experience spanning AI/technology, education, business strategy and execution, and Family Office advisory—and 2M+ miles of world travel—Jason unveils his uniquely empowering 4S and 3EQ one-on-one mentorship framework. This blends visionary roadmap and storytelling, emotional/mental states mastery, strategic thinking and execution, and next-level soft skills to prepare Next Gen leaders for next-level generational impact and UHNW legacy building.Jason also pulls back the curtain on AdXero, a patented, cutting-edge AI/tech platform poised to quietly disrupt the $700B+ legacy (programmatic) digital advertising industry in a massive market of consumers, brands, and distribution platforms. AdXero's vision and compassion includes increasing consumer spending power in a mentally healthier way; eliminating annoying ad intrusions, frauds, cookies, bots, and other programmatic inefficiencies; dramatically increasing conversion rates and attribution; automating ad campaigns; maximizing ROI/ROAS for brands; adding billions in new, high-margin revenue streams to distribution partners—unprecedented, transformative ecosystem impact and benefits, along with exceptional MOIC potential.In addition, Jason and Adi explore:Why resilience and external work experience are critical for Next Gens before joining family enterprises.The stark skills gap elite universities aren't addressing—and how leaders can close it.How AI, emotional intelligence, and mentorship intersect to shape the future of real-world impact and wealth.This conversation is a must-listen for visionary founders, family offices, and leaders seeking to build not just wealth, but enduring legacies across generations.Read more at 9x90.co/Jason-Ma

What if losing it all is exactly what makes you unstoppable? In this episode, I talk about the topic of risk, why it's not just necessary, but the key to building the life and business you want. I share how starting over in 2008 shaped our entire future, the BTS of pivoting Frello after investing over $2M, and how Lori transitioned from Lite Pink to launching Glōci. Tune in to hear why fulfillment doesn't come from playing it safe, how risk tolerance is built, and what happens when you finally stop resisting the thing you know you're meant to do.   HIGHLIGHTS How a trip to Italy helped me create a new 1:1 coaching model. The emotional and financial risks Lori and I have taken. Why our high risk tolerance comes from the 2008 crash. The one thing every successful person has in common. How to plug yourself into the flow of money and opportunity.   RESOURCES  Apply for my 1:1 coaching HERE or DM me @chriswharder Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind! Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.   FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

Season 08 Episode 03: Too much to carry: The case that alters the landscape of mining prosecutionsWARNING: In this episode, the podcasters discuss extreme mental health duress - we advise listener discretion.Noone died. But two workers were emotionally broken by the weight of their jobs – this time, the system noticed.In this episode of WhyWork, we explore a landmark $1.2M enforceable undertaking in mining. Not for a collision, Not for a fire. Not for an explosion. And not for a fatality, but for two finance staff affected by their crushing workloads, blurred roles, and the organisational injustice that led to a breach of duty. The WhyWork team discuss a landmark regulatory prosecution in the mining sector for psychosocial harm where no physical injury or fatality occurred - two finance professionals were exposed to serious breaches in duty of care under Section 19 in Australian workplace health and safety law.“No hazard tape, no broken bones – just people who were no longer coping,” reflects Sara. “This is section 19 – it matters,” Trajce concurs. This is the case that relates mental health harm owing to serious workplace responsibility. “This is a moment of accountability in an industry built on grit,” Alan agrees. It is a reminder that collapse isn't always accompanied with sirens – it sometimes like the management of an overflowing, ‘chokka' inbox at midnight.Sara urges Trajce and Alan to consider the logic in making sense of ‘psychosocial hazard salad.' She uses the ‘BLT sandwich' analogy of Professor Jan Dul and his recent article on the four factors presenting necessary conditions of developing depression: baseline depressive symptoms, self-criticism, rumination, and stressful events.For more on psychosocial risk management, check out the new Psychosocial Risk Analyser feature - powered by ViVA health at work through a ViVID Design Labs collaboration - in ErgoAnalyst (v3.0). Additionally, ViVA health at work offer the PRAiSE - Psychosocial Risk Analyser and Integrated Solutions for Employers - program.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Shaan Patel. Founder and CEO of Prep Expert, a leading online test prep company. The conversation explores Patel’s journey from struggling test-taker to perfect SAT scorer, bestselling author, and successful entrepreneur. He shares how his personal experience inspired a mission to help students unlock scholarship opportunities and academic success.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Shaan Patel. Founder and CEO of Prep Expert, a leading online test prep company. The conversation explores Patel’s journey from struggling test-taker to perfect SAT scorer, bestselling author, and successful entrepreneur. He shares how his personal experience inspired a mission to help students unlock scholarship opportunities and academic success.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Shaan Patel. Founder and CEO of Prep Expert, a leading online test prep company. The conversation explores Patel’s journey from struggling test-taker to perfect SAT scorer, bestselling author, and successful entrepreneur. He shares how his personal experience inspired a mission to help students unlock scholarship opportunities and academic success.

Send us a textWelcome to  Podcast 230 on July 12 of 2025tUsing stock trading volumes, dividend yield percentages, the previous week's highest share price gains, operating margin percentages, the 5 highest qualifying US common stocks and 5 Canadian common stocks were selected and then scored.The 5 US stocks by name and stock symbol were: Civitas Resources (CIVI), Noble Corporation PLC (NE),  Kilroy Realty Corporation (KRC), Murphy Oil Corporation (MUR) and Polaris Inc (PII).The 5 Canadian stocks by name and stock symbol were: South Bow Corporation (SOBO), BCE Inc (BCE), Telus Corporation (T), Northland Power Inc (NPI) and Gibson Energy Inc (GEI)wTHE FOLLOWING DATA  WAS USED FOR EACH STOCK 'S SCORE CALCULATIONS. THEIR SCORES  AND  ACCOMPANYING DATA APPEAR IN THE ATTACHED PODCASTS TRANSCRIPT WHICH ALSO CONTAINS STEVE JOBS FINAL WORDS ON WHAT IS IMPORTANT IN LIFE - IT IS NOT MONEY. (1) Price $ (2)  Price 4yrs ago $ (3) Book Value $ (4) Advisor Buys # (5) Advisor Strong Buys # (6) Dividend. Yield % (7)Operating Margin % (8) Share Volume Traded # (9) Price/Earnings Ratio.     CNADIAN SCORE  CALCULATIONS (K=Thousand M =million)STOCK     1          2       3     4   5        6          7          8       9 SOBO | 35.82 | 0 |17.17  |1 | 0| |7.60  | 36.25 | 1M | 186xBCE | 32.57|62.36 |18.71 |2 |0|5.37 |12.90 |4M | 77.3x T| 22.56| 27.92| 10.39| 3| 0 | 7.38 |14.69 | 5M| | 28.6x NPI | 22.85| 43.07| 16.10| 6 | 0 | 5.25 |32.55 |456K |22.9x  GEI |24.08 | 22.91 | 5.96 | 4 | 0 | 7.14 | 3.13| 593K| 24.5xUS SCORE CALCULATIONNES CIVI | 32.34 | 39.71 | 70.57 | 6 |  0 | 9.34 | 26.79| 1M| 3.7xNE    | 30.15 | 21.59 | 29.26 | 4 | 0 | 6.63 | 20.75 | 1M | 10.0xKRC| 37.20 | 70.38 | 45.59 | 3 | 0 | 5.81 |28.99| 2M | 22.2xMUR | 26.44 | 19.99 |35.61 | 2  | 0 | 4.92 | 20.53 | 2M | 10.1xPII | 49.99 | 127.79 | 22.99 | 1 | 0 | 5.36 | 2.80 | 1M| 70.3xIan Duncan MacDonaldAuthor, Artist, Commercial Risk Consultant,President of Informus Inc 2 Vista Humber Drive Toronto, Ontario Canada, M9P 3R7 Toronto Telephone - 416-245-4994 New York Telephone - 929-800-2397 imacd@informus.ca

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Send us a textMark Perlberg and Brian Sweet discuss strategies for building and protecting wealth beyond tax savings, with an emphasis on what to do with cash after receiving tax refunds from bonus depreciation and other tax benefits. They explore holistic wealth planning approaches that balance immediate tax benefits with lifetime tax minimization.• Brian Sweet shares his 47 years of experience in the wealth management business, serving clients across 38 states• Entrepreneurs with volatile income should prioritize having 6+ months of cash reserves before pursuing other investment strategies• Tax-efficient investment vehicles can help control when and how investment gains are recognized• The difference between minimizing taxes today versus minimizing lifetime tax burden requires comprehensive planning• Current historically low tax rates create opportunities for strategic moves like Roth conversions• Advanced capital gains strategies can generate offsetting losses, potentially turning a $1M gain into just $360K taxable• One client saved $2M in taxes through strategic Roth conversions alone• Working with qualified professionals is essential as DIY tax planning often misses sophisticated opportunities• Future tax rates will almost certainly increase due to growing national debtTo learn more about wealth management strategies, contact Brian at bryan@sweetfinancial.com or visit sweetfinancial.com. For tax planning assistance, visit prosperlcpa.com/apply.

In Q&A, Alex (@AlexHormozi) breaks down the real bottlenecks inside 8-10 companies, from e-comm hatmakers and mobility coaches to high-ticket consultants and medical practices. Whether you're stuck at $2M trying to get to $10M or trying to fix churn, CAC, or hiring, this episode is a masterclass in decision-making at scale.Welcome to The Game w/Alex Hormozi, hosted by entrepreneur, founder, investor, author, public speaker, and content creator Alex Hormozi. On this podcast, you'll hear how to get more customers, make more profit per customer, how to keep them longer, and the many failures and lessons Alex has learned and will learn on his path from $100M to $1B in net worth.Wanna scale your business? Click here.Follow Alex Hormozi's Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | AcquisitionMentioned in this episode:Get access to the free $100M Scaling Roadmap at www.acquisition.com/roadmap

Having met at the UC Davis Wine Executive Program, Kia Behnia, CEO, and Mason Earles, CTO, founded Scout to replicate the best sensor in the vineyard, “the farmer's eye.” Leveraging off-the-shelf hardware, Scout uses AI to process images taken from a tractor to automate vineyard mapping, vine counting, yield forecasting, virus identification, and more. From managing vineyard assets to implementing precision agriculture to improve quality, Scout is harnessing the power of AI to optimize vineyard management.Detailed Show Notes: Mason's background - UC Davis Professor, Apple, AI & agricultureKia's background for Scout - owns the Neotempo wine brand, worked at Splunk, the “data for everything” companyThe official company name is Agricultural Scout, dba Scout, the website is agscout.ai, so it can be called any of those namesFounded in 2022, initially more hardware-based, but pivoted to an intelligence company using off-the-shelf hardwareThe goal is to “replicate the farmer's eye” with an AI-based solution using cameras, tractors, and Scout cloud and mobile app (which can be used offline); the brain is centered around a phoneUS only today (~50-100 clients, 300 blocks, 2M vines, processed 56M photos), going international in 20264 main use cases currently: Automate vine count, inventory, and mapping of vines - 4x faster than people could doEstimate crop performance - both vigor and fruitYield forecasting - can use every step in the growing season to forecast yield with historical performance and weather forecastsHealth performance and vine mapping - leveraging AI for virus detection3 types of clientsEstate wineriesVineyard management companies (“VMC”)Real estate investors or owners to track vineyardsBenefits include: $400-1,200 savings/acreProductivity gains through managing more acres with fewer people, identifying low-performing vines, and the program tells farmers where to sampleRemote monitoring of faraway vineyardsEarly season yield forecastingDisease management - virus can cause $170k/acre damage over 3-5 years, costs $40/PCR test, the goal is to keep virus 50 acresNeighborhood and AVA discountsStarter - 2 scan package (for inventory and virus)Professional - 6 scan packageTypical customer starts w/ 2 and upgrades to 6Monarch promotion, customers get 1 free scanUp front hardware costs ~$3,000New product in beta in July 2025 - ChatGPT Scout for vineyardsMarketing mostly through word of mouth, industry trade shows, and webinars have been effective, as has partnership with Monarch (already tech enthusiasts)Barriers to purchase are often due to farming budgets built around labor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

35 HARSH TRUTHS NOBODY WANTS TO ADMIT! Brutally honest advice from the man who makes millionaires. One of the Best Motivational Speeches featuring Alex Hormozi. Speaker: Alex Hormozi Alex Hormozi is a first-generation Iranian-American entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist. In 2013, he started his first brick-and-mortar business. Within three years, he successfully scaled his business to six locations. He then sold his locations to transition to the turnaround business. From there, he spent two years turning 32+ brick & mortar businesses around using the same model that made his privately owned locations successful. After that experience, he packaged his process into a licensing model that scaled to over 4000+ locations in 4 years. Over that same four-year period, he founded and scaled three other companies to $120M+ in cumulative sales across four different industries without taking on outside capital. He has scaled and exited 7 companies. His most notable exit was the majority sale of his licensing company for $46.2M in 2021.

In this solo episode of Rethink Real Estate, Ben Brady, CEO of Harcourts Auctions, delivers his bold, no-nonsense forecast for the rest of 2025. With questions flooding in from agents, sellers, and investors alike—Ben breaks down exactly where he believes the market is heading… and what agents should brace themselves for. Spoiler: it's not a soft landing.Ben doesn't hold back as he explains why high-interest rates aren't the only issue, how buyer psychology is shifting, and why “perfect or nothing” seems to be the new standard for purchases. He also shares an eye-opening case study of a fix-and-flip project that may have lost value despite improvements—proving again that timing, price point, and property appeal matter more than ever.Whether you're selling to luxury buyers, working with developers, or struggling with stagnant listings, this episode is your roadmap for survival—and potential growth—in a market that might not bounce back until late 2026. Tune in for a rare, raw market update that will challenge your assumptions and help you reset your expectations.Timestamps & Key Topics:[00:00:00] – Ben's 2025 market prediction (and why he's okay being wrong)[00:01:23] – The #1 question agents keep asking[00:02:04] – A case study in buyer psychology and property appeal[00:05:11] – Why the $2M price point is stuck in no-man's land[00:06:55] – Market outlook: interest rates, inventory, and inflation[00:08:27] – “Treading water” for the next 18 months—what that really means[00:10:06] – Your mindset = your opportunity to gain market share

Most real estate agents don't make it past their first five years, and Chris Giannos is on a mission to change that. In this episode, he reveals how his new platform is helping brokerages rethink recruiting, onboarding, and training to keep agents in the game. Plus, stay tuned for the wild story of how one careless comment during a showing torpedoed a $2 million deal. If you're tired of the old-school grind or looking to build a stronger team, this conversation is for you.   Key takeaways to listen for What happens when one broker tries to manage 250 agents? The rookie mistake that cost an agent a $2M deal Why most new agents fail and ways to avoid it How brokers are quietly losing top talent and don't even know it The surprising reason Zillow's strategy might help small brokerages   Resources mentioned in this episode What is Flex? - Zillow Premier Agent Greenhouse Support ADP Marketplace   About Chris GiannosChris is the co-founder and CEO of Humaniz, a platform designed to streamline agent recruiting and onboarding in real estate. With a background that includes building and managing a 250-agent brokerage in Southern California and early experience in sales at Zillow, Chris brings deep industry insight into team growth, agent training, and real estate operations. Now based in Dallas, he's focused on raising the bar in the industry by helping brokerages scale smarter and improve agent performance through better systems.   Connect with Chris Website: Humaniz LinkedIn: Chris Giannos Instagram: @chris.giannos | @humaniz.io Email: chris@humaniz.io Connect with LeighPlease subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Sponsors "You Ask. Leigh Answers." Your Affordable Coaching ProgramHey there, real estate pros! Are you ready for some more Leigh Brown wisdom in your life? Then don't miss out on my brand-new program, "You Ask. Leigh Answers." It's your exclusive gateway to the insights and advice you need to supercharge your real estate business. With "You Ask. Leigh Answers." you get Direct Access to Leigh Brown, directly! Expert Coaching, Community Connection, and Extensive Resources. Whether listening to this on the go or watching at home, sign up today at Answers.RealEstate and take your business to the next level. Trust me, you'll be glad you did!

In this episode, I sit down with Tim Grahl to map out how he broke through a 3-year business plateau and scaled his education company from $695K to over $2M.We unpack how Tim made the leap by completely rebuilding his business model, delivering better outcomes for students, and building a variable-cost team that scales with revenue. He also shares how he ran 600+ customer interviews, built a coaching program around accountability, and used YouTube and SparkLoop to drive steady growth.If you're stuck at a growth ceiling, this episode is a blueprint for getting unstuck.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:13 Breaking through the $1M ceiling03:12 Revenue history from 2021 to 202406:37 The wake-up call promotion08:00 600 customer interviews in 18 months12:24 The mindset shift that changed everything13:03 Why Tim rebuilt the entire business model17:55 Forecasts vs. goals20:36 Profit margin and personal runway23:15 Why most courses don't deliver transformation25:18 How Story Grid's coaching model works30:08 Team structure and mentor compensation34:10 Pricing strategy and program design35:18 Using SparkLoop and YouTube to grow leads38:02 Tim's content process and YouTube habits43:07 The emotional dip before the breakthrough47:18 Burnout, self-doubt, and freight train focus51:22 Why building a team unlocked freedom57:11 Hiring mindset and building lean01:00:12 The path from 2M to 5M and beyond01:03:40 The power of product-market fitIf you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with your friends, and leave a review. I read every single one.Learn more about the podcast: https://nathanbarry.com/showFollow Nathan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanbarryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanbarryX: https://twitter.com/nathanbarryYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenathanbarryshowWebsite: https://nathanbarry.comFollow Tim:Website: https://www.storygrid.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@storygridX: https://x.com/storygridTim's latest book: https://www.storygrid.com/product/the-shitheadFeatured in this episode:Story Grid: https://www.storygrid.comThe Shithead (book): https://www.storygrid.com/product/the-shitheadSparkLoop: https://www.sparkloop.appKit: https://www.kit.com

Before you syndicate your first deal, you need to get your legal foundation right. This week on the Tax Smart REI Podcast, we sit down with Tilden Moschetti, real estate attorney and experienced syndicator, to talk through the legal must-haves for your first capital raise. You'll learn: - When a deal becomes a syndication in the eyes of the SEC - The two-entity structure every sponsor should use - What PPMs, subscription agreements, and operating agreements actually do - Why you shouldn't rely on capital raisers (and how to avoid SEC trouble) Whether you're raising $200K or $2M+, this episode is packed with real-world advice to help you syndicate legally and confidently. To become a client, request a consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at go.therealestatecpa.com/3KSEev6 Subscribe to REI Daily & Enter to Win a FREE Strategy Call: go.therealestatecpa.com/41JuQBX Connect with Eckard Enterprises: eckardenterprises.com/taxsmartrei/ The Tax Smart Real Estate Investors podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Become A Patron Of The Notorious Mass Effect Podcast For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme! Join Our Patreon Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/oPsc50VBOuH⁠Join Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect for an in-depth segment on Travis Scott's “2000 Excursion,” the lead single for JACKBOYS 2, released July 8, 2025. Featuring Don Toliver and Sheck Wes, this Cardo-produced track samples Kanye West's “Power” and boasts a cinematic YouTube video with 1.2M+ views. Analytic Dreamz dives into its mixed reception, $3M Lamborghini promo stunt for artists like 21 Savage and GloRilla, and the buzz around JB2's late July drop. Explore the viral traction, merch drop, and how Scott aims to dominate charts amidst Clipse competition.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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On today's show, we chat with Seph Schlueter!It is Seph Schlueter's (pronounced "shleeter") deep passion to awaken people's hearts, help lead others into an encounter with Jesus, and give language to a relationship with God through his music. Follow his socials and you'll quickly see his heart for the Lord along with his endearing personality. Before joining the Provident Entertainment family in 2023, he released his music independently, opened for artists such as Brandon Lake and Phil Wickham, and began the group Damascus Worship when he saw the need for worship and revival in the Catholic Church. In 2024, Seph released his debut major label EP, Counting My Blessings, which offers organic pop sensibilities and relatable lyrics that speak to his all-consuming love for Jesus. The title track “Counting My Blessings” has gone on to become a global sensation and has amassed more than 1.2B short form video views, 223.2M global streams, over 5M TikTok creations, and over 95.7M views on Youtube. The song has also peaked at #1 on all four Christian radio charts. Seph was recognized as Christian Music Broadcaster's Breakout Artist of 2024 and won the KLOVE Fan Award for Breakout Single of the Year. He is nominated at the Doves for the first time in the New Artist of the Year category as well as Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year (“Counting My Blessings”). Recently, he was recognized as a finalist for the 2024 Billboard Award Top Christian Song (“Counting My Blessings”) and named Billboard's #2 New Christian Artist.Building off the massive success of the certified Gold international hit song “Counting My Blessings, ” breakout worship leader and singer/songwriter Seph Schlueter has announced his debut album of the same name, which will release July 11 with Provident Entertainment. In support of the news break, Schlueter unveiled the third single from the album, “Won't Start Now, ” available now on all streaming platforms.  “This entire project is an invitation, ” says Schlueter.  “It's for anyone who's ever doubted if they're loved, if they're seen. It's a reminder that there is a Father who loves you, a Son who died for you, and a Spirit who wants to dwell within you. That truth has changed my life, and I hope these songs help others experience that too."sephschlueter.com@seph_schlueterchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

In this compelling episode, Jaryd Krause is joined by seasoned dealmaker and legal expert Jerome Fogel, partner at Fogel & Potamianos LLP, a boutique law firm specializing in high-stakes mergers, acquisitions, and capital raises. With a client list that spans venture funds, emerging tech companies, and elite athletes, Jerome offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to structure smart, safe, and scalable business deals. Unpack the most critical questions aspiring buyers need to ask before acquiring an online business: ✔️ What are the hidden risks in buying or selling?✔️ How can poor team dynamics tank a deal?✔️ Should you use financing to buy a business—and what’s the best way to structure it?✔️ Where are the most promising online businesses being acquired today? Dive deep into the importance of due diligence, the common pitfalls buyers fall into, and how Jerome has helped high-profile clients—both on Wall Street and in the sports world—navigate complex transactions and build generational wealth. Whether you're looking to buy your first online business, scale your portfolio, or just want a masterclass in deal-making from someone who lives and breathes it, this episode delivers powerful insights and practical strategies. Don’t miss this one—it’s packed with value from start to finish. Episode Highlights 04:45 – Current valuations explained, covering how tariffs and supply chain issues impact multiples and buyer decisions. 07:20 – Typical ways buyers finance acquisitions, including credit lines, SBA loans, equity rollovers, and search funds. 10:55 – Major mistake buyers make by rushing post-acquisition integration without building trust within the team. 12:45 – What successful acquisitions have in common by retaining key team members and valuing the founder’s knowledge. 24:10 – Key risk prevention strategies involving thorough reps and warranties, clear earnout terms, strong IP protections, and precise legal language. 26:30 – Why clear definitions around risk and performance clauses are vital. Key Takeaways ➥ M&A valuations currently range from 3–8x EBITDA for traditional companies and 10–15x for platform tech businesses, influenced heavily by tariffs and market uncertainty. ➥ Buyers typically operate in the $2M to $25M+ EBITDA range and rely on strong banking relationships, SBA loans, or creative financing like equity rollovers. ➥ Structuring deal terms clearly—especially reps and warranties and material adverse effect clauses—is critical to managing risk in acquisitions. ➥ Post-acquisition integration is one of the toughest challenges; involving existing teams and respecting founders’ knowledge leads to smoother transitions. ➥ Restrictive covenants are essential to prevent sellers from competing after the sale and protect buyer investments. ➥ Every deal is unique and requires customized, creative solutions; cookie-cutter approaches don’t work in M&A. About Jerome Fogel Jerome Fogel is known as a dealmaker and innovator in the legal community. He is a partner with Fogel & Potamianos LLP and represents successful venture and hedge funds, corporations, and sports superstars.Fogel & Potamianos LLP is a boutique transactional firm that provides sophisticated counsel for buy-and-sell side mergers and acquisitions, fund formation, capital raises, and off-field sports transactions.Jerome has a 360-degree view of dealmaking, as he represents emerging companies raising capital, venture funds deploying capital, advisors and investors, and private companies in mergers and acquisitions.Jerome began his career in real estate finance at GE Capital. He is a graduate of the Haas School of Business (BS) and New York University School of Law (JD). Connect with Jerome Fogel ➥ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeromefogel/ ➥ www.fpgeneralcounsel.com Resource Links ➥ Buying Online Businesses Website - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com ➥ Sell your business to us here - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com/sell-your-business/ ➥ Download the Due Diligence Framework - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com/freeresources/ ➥ Google Ads Service - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com/ads-services/ ➥ Connect with Jaryd here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarydkrause ➥ Site Ground (Website Hosting) - https://bit.ly/3JBEC1u ➥ Link Whisper (SEO tool for internal linking on websites) - https://bit.ly/3l7K7Ld ➥ Active Campaign (Email Software Provider) - https://bit.ly/3DCwYQH

Some brands get bought. Others get worshiped. If you're ready to be the latter, this episode unpacks the strategy behind customer devotion and how to make your brand the one they tattoo on their body - even B2B  (seriously!)GET MORE MARKETING & SALES TOOLS:Are you interested in becoming the published author of a powerful book to help you attract more ideal clients and set you apart from the competition? Imagine holding your own book in your hands as quickly as 3-6 weeks without you ever having to write a word. We do all the work, you get all the glory! Find out how we Capture Your Genius at our sister publishing house Lunch Break Books - powerful books for entrepreneurs with big growth goals.Are you subscribed to Marketing Gold? Get more marketing tools, tips and strategies delivered to your inbox most Mondays. Sign up here.Is your business doing $2M+ and you're ready to take it to the next level? We'll show you how. Get your free marketing roadmap by taking the Client Stampede Assessment. It's fast, free (Value $197) and your 20+ page report is emailed to you instantly.Enjoying the podcast? You'll love the audio book. Get The Client Stampede audio book on Amazon.

Mark Fussell is the CEO of Diagrid, a developer platform that provides tools and services for building cloud native applications. They've raised $24.2M from Amplify and Norwest. He is also the co-creator of Dapr, an open source tool used by 40,000 companies. Mark's favorite books: - Crossing the Chasm (Author: Geoffrey A. Moore)- Good to Great (Author: Jim Collins)- The Dispossessed (Author: Ursula K. Le Guin) (00:01) Opening and Introduction(00:09) The Origins of Dapr: Solving Developer Pain(01:53) Why Launch Diagrid After Building Dapr at Microsoft(03:36) Why Dapr Gained Traction Among Developers(05:30) Open Source Commercialization: What to Charge For(07:51) When Do Companies Turn to Diagrid for Help?(09:53) Key Features: PubSub, Workflow, and Catalyst(11:48) North Star Metrics and Innovation Philosophy(13:17) Pricing Strategy for Infra and Dev Tools(15:28) Competing Against Hyperscalers Like AWS & Azure(17:32) Who Diagrid Competes With and Role of Platform Engineering(19:29) The Agentic Shift in Microservices(21:28) How AI Is Changing Microservices Design(22:59) What's Coming Next at Diagrid: Roadmap and AI Features(24:51) Lessons from the First Five Customers(26:59) Rapid Fire Round--------Where to find Mark Fussell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mfussell/--------Where to find Prateek Joshi: Newsletter: https://prateekjoshi.substack.com Website: https://prateekj.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prateek-joshi-infinite X: https://x.com/prateekvjoshi 

Up to this point, I've had everything I've ever wanted in life.     There's really not much I want or need now.    But I had to start with the beginning.    At first, I wanted money.    I wanted money because I thought and society and media told me I wanted money.    But as I got into everything, I learned really quickly, there are costs to money.    When I started making money, I bought a fancy car, a big house, and then the second year, I bought a watch.    I had already had everything I needed and wanted.    When I started making milions, I hired people thinking I wanted a really big company.    That came with its own set of headaches between more staff and more money.    Here's a little math for you:  When I made $20M with my company and had 50 employees, I took home around $2M.    When I had a company doing $3M, I took home a million.    Put that in perspective.    Almost the same money, but I didn't have my freedom.    For 2 years, I traveled and worked speaking on stages, working 18 hour days , and being away from my family................   Thanks be to God because that 2 year period set me up for life...............   After going through the cycles of what's possible, I've come to realize what I value most......   It's time with my children and my wife.    You see, money can be freedom, or not.    But it's up to you what you really want...........   It's not a one-size-fits-all lifestyle.....   Make a decision about what freedom means to you.....   I bet it has nothing to do with money....   If you're smart, you'll figure it out.   About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

On today's episode of the Money Matters Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase unlock powerful retirement and investment moves that could help shape your financial future. Today, they: • Explore how a couple with $5M in assets can consider early retirement while balancing tuition payments and uncertain markets. • Calculate the power of the 4% rule and see how $5M can potentially yield $200,000 annually in sustainable withdrawals. • Learn why emotional timing and slow investing may not always serve you best in today's interest rate environment. • Discover the real purpose of a financial manager—and why it's not about “beating” the S&P 500. • Examine the peace of mind that can come come from a 6-9 month investment strategy instead of stretching it over years. • Hear from a retired law enforcement officer with a $4,200/month pension weighing travel vs. keeping property—find out why selling his home may unlock nearly $90K/year in income. • Understand how capital gains exclusions might work when selling a primary residence before moving abroad. • Get clarity on using the new 529-to-Roth rollover rule—how parents can repurpose unused college funds for their working children. • Adjust your withdrawal strategy based on life expectancy—learn how shorter horizons (like 20 years) might allow for higher withdrawal rates, up to 5.5%. • Evaluate pension options that vary in payout length and amount—see how selecting the right one could impact your long-term cash flow. • Align retirement timing with market conditions—hear why one couple may want to delay retirement to avoid locking in stock losses. • Balance equity-heavy portfolios before retirement to help avoid relying too heavily on market performance. • Plan major home renovations before retiring—discover why waiting could turn into a costly trap. • Examine harnessing low-income years to help strategically harvest long-term capital gains—while possibly staying in the 0% tax bracket. • Use tax loss harvesting to offset gains and rebalance portfolios more efficiently. • Hear a real success story: consistent $1,000/month investing for 20 years yields over $2M—now learn how to effectively shift from aggressive to conservative assets. • Understand the difference between Roth contributions and Roth conversions—and avoid costly mix-ups.

Elina Panteleyeva is the founder of Dood Woof, a wellness brand focused on providing products for doodle dogs. She started the company after being laid off from her tech job in 2023, and has since reached a $2M run rate. Today, she lays out exactly how she got there from zero. You can find Dood Woof at https://doodwoof.com/ Let us know what you thought by subscribing to the channel and head to https://capitalism.com/playbook to download your free playbook today. 

Forget what you've heard, you don't need your own cash to buy real estate. In this solo episode, Alex Pardo reveals how he got paid $250,000 at closing to buy a self-storage facility and how one of his coaching clients did the same. If you want to learn how to raise capital, structure deals, and build wealth without using your own money, this episode is a masterclass.   KEY TAKEAWAYS How Alex structured a $1.2M storage deal and walked away with $250K at closing Why relationship capital is the most powerful form of leverage in real estate The right way to use private money transparently and legally Golden rule of leverage and how it can backfire if used recklessly Thin margins, weak markets, and overpromises: The trio that sinks deals fast   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Zoom     TWEETABLES “It all starts with making a commitment and a decision to network, to put yourself out there.” “You have to always operate with transparency. Be honest.” “Never buy a storage facility or any deal if it's reliant on the best-case scenario.” “You really have to look at everything going on in the deal.” “Use leverage as a tool, because in the hands of the wrong person, it's actually a weapon.”

#486 What if you could grow your business from zero to $2 million in under a year? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Sam Preston, founder of Service Scalers, to uncover the strategies, tools, and mindset that fueled the incredible success of his home service digital marketing agency. You'll get a front row seat as they dive into key topics like the secrets to scaling fast, the importance of niching down, and how leveraging local service ads (LSA) can drive business growth. Whether you're looking to start an agency of your own, or you're a seasoned owner who wants to refine your approach to lead generation, this episode is a must-listen! (Original Air Date - 9/23/24) What we discuss with Sam: + Sam's journey to $2M agency growth + Niching down for easier scaling + Local service ads (LSA) as a lead gen game changer + Optimizing Google Business Profile for better leads + Monitoring and improving lead quality with call tracking + Marketing, sales, fulfillment, and recruitment teams + Common digital marketing pitfalls and solutions + Using AI tools like ChatGPT for content and strategy + Retaining clients with transparency and results Thank you, Sam! Check out Service Scalers at ⁠ServiceScalers.com⁠. Follow Sam on ⁠Twitter⁠. Watch the ⁠video podcast⁠ of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. And follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send JD a text message and be heard!SUBWAY SERIES. So @companyadjace @nyquil_inthe_flesh was right the #subwayseries was a push 3-3 this year.  @yankees avoided the sweep @citifield to the @mets today 6-4.  Ernie @call_me_tca_prez @matty_boy18 @thomaswdonovan @donna.fender @kevdu_theman @brandonfurtado2 & @paddy_bailey talked about our teams biggest rivals current and historically. Ernie @packers Paddy @steelers & Brandon @philadelphiaeagles makes the discussion much more interesting.  Plus our #topfive #baseball #football #basketball & #hockeymovies led to diverse lists.  @joeychestnut Paddy told me was at 70.5 hot dogs which he hit exactly.  Only 20k in calories for all those #hotdogs plus a little sodium.  60 days til opening day @nfl & @ndfootball has a lot of children of #nfl alumni on this year's roster.  @devinfitzgerald111 & @elijahburress to name a few.  @felixtheol if he goes to @texastech_fb guaranteed over $2M.  @angelreese5 congrats on becoming a @wnba #allstar & #sportstrivia at the finish.All sports. One podcast. (even hockey) PODCAST LINK ON ITUNES: http://bit.ly/JDTSPODCAST

SummaryThis is part two of a two-part series where Christian Hassold and Ayelet Shipley demystify the complexities of agency valuations, exploring the interplay between buyer and seller motivations, and discussing real-world scenarios that illustrate various deal structures. They emphasize the importance of understanding the unique dynamics of the agency market, including the factors that influence valuations and the creative structuring of deals to meet the needs of both parties. Discussion HighlightsReviews a $3.4M revenue, $1.7M EBITDA agency valued at $10.2M (6x multiple). Creativity is needed for deals under $2M EBITDA due to higher perceived risk and sensitivity of margins.This deal involved a 50% cash consideration ($5.1M) and 50% rollover ($5.1M). The cash consideration was paid quarterly over three years, performance-based (not an earnout), with payments halted or reduced if revenue drops significantly (below 50% or 50-99% of the agreed-upon value).We also discussed a second deal involving a $40M revenue agency with $9M EBITDA commanding a 10x multiple ($90M EV) - a top of market multiple because of high gross retention (>85%) and >80% retainer-based clients. The challenge is managing the risk of large clients churning post-closing when the multiple is top of the market.Involved a 15% rollover. A significant earnout (up to an extra $9M) is offered to bridge the gap and incentivize the seller for growth.Beyond financial metrics, we discuss factors that influence valuations like the acquiring entity's need for specific capabilities, clients, talent, customer retention, and consistent growth (10-20% year-over-year).Chapters0:00 Introduction 2:06 Scenario D: Structuring a Deal Below $2M EBITDA3:10 Why Sub-$2M EBITDA Deals Are Hard4:53 Performance-Based Cash Payouts 6:18 Keeping Sellers Engaged Through Uncertainty7:52 Incentivizing Sellers Through Equity and Bonuses11:21 Scenario C: Challenges of Scaling a Large Agency12:57 Structuring a $40M, $9M EBITDA Deal at 10x15:28 Market View on Earnouts in EV19:25 When Growth and Retention Justify High Multiples20:50 Market Range for Cash-at-Close Offers21:20 How Strategic Buyers Compete with HoldCos22:53 Wrap-Up & Closing ThoughtsConnect with Christian & In/organic PodcastChristian's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hassold/In/organic on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inorganic-podcastIn/organic on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InorganicPodcast/featuredConnect with E27 guest, Ayelet Shipley on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ayelet-shipley-b16330149/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, the gang kicks off with Canada Day banter, praising poutine and noting its July 1 celebration. The trio plans to rock RecFest UK in Knebworth, with J.T. plotting to heckle the boys. The core discussion dives into Indeed's aggressive moves to dominate hiring, forcing agencies to adopt APIs and share disposition data, reminiscent of old newspaper models, per Jim Durbin's insights. Chad critiques Recruit Holdings' push for a unified “HR matching market,” warning it's a dated cost-per-hire approach doomed to fail, like Monster's struggles. The rise of AI agents, like Jobright's ($3.2M funding) and Wisq's ($15M), sparks debate—Joel sees them revolutionizing job searches, while Chad fears “AI catfishing” inflating candidate profiles. Tech layoffs hit hard, with 22,000 cuts in 2025 (e.g., Bumble, Intel), impacting HR's talent strategies and exacerbating infinite workday risks. J.T. highlights job seekers' demand for reverse recruiting. And Ford's CEO raising wages to retain workers underscores HR's need for competitive pay to curb gig work reliance. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 05:11 AI Innovations and App Development 08:02 Upcoming 09:02 Indeed's New Strategies and Market Positioning 15:53 The Future of Job Applications and AI Agents 24:35 Layoffs and Workforce Dynamics 30:29 Reflections on Pay and Employment Trends

Ricardo Ghekiere bootstrapped BetterPic.io from $3,000 to $270,000 monthly revenue in just 12 months, building a $3.2M revenue AI headshot empire with 13 people and zero churn using a one-time purchase model. His affiliate program converts at 12% (versus the industry standard of 0.5-1%) with just 7 top performers driving $77,000 monthly revenue, while generating $230,000 revenue per employee. In this episode, Ricardo screen-shares his actual affiliate dashboard and revenue metrics, revealing his 7-channel growth system that compounds SEO, affiliates, and free tools to capture 500 daily leads from a hidden page most competitors can't find.

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What if working harder is exactly why your business feels stuck?This week, I'm sitting down with Michael Walsh — a 30-year veteran who's helped hundreds of founders scale service businesses past the invisible walls that trap 98% of owners below $5 million… and keep 99% from ever reaching $10–20 million.He calls them danger zones — predictable trapdoors that snare even the smartest owners. If you've ever wondered why more sales doesn't fix your profit problem… why great people leave… or why your “well-oiled machine” feels more like a mess of people problems — this is for you.Inside this episode, you'll learn exactly why traditional management and “systems thinking” break down — and how to design an intelligent ecosystem instead.KEY INSIGHTS & TAKEAWAYSThe 96% Trap: Why 96% of businesses stall at $1M–$5M — and how to break through with a simple shift in how you see your people, not just your systems.The Hidden “Danger Zones”: How to recognize — and navigate — the invisible walls at $2M, $5M, $10M, and beyond… before they kill your momentum.The Well-Oiled Machine Lie: Why treating your company like a “machine” turns your people into cogs (and why it backfires).Build an Intelligent Ecosystem: How to create a culture where your best people stay, grow, and solve problems faster than you ever could alone.Freedom by Design: Michael's Freedom Framework for service businesses — the same approach that helped founders triple revenue, exit for millions, and actually enjoy running their business again.The First Step to Escape Burnout: How to know if you're in a danger zone right now — and the exact first step to get unstuck.TIME STAMPS[00:00:00] The Growth TrapWhy “just work harder” stops working — and what most owners get wrong about scaling.[00:03:05] Meet Michael Walsh30+ years, 3 bestselling books, and hundreds of companies rescued from invisible ceilings.[00:05:53] The Real People ProblemWhy process-based consulting fails — and what's really holding your team back.[00:09:54] Danger Zones DefinedThe predictable crisis points at $1M, $2M, $5M, $10M, and the chasm at $12–$20M.[00:13:06] The Compound ProblemHow people + structures multiply complexity — and the hidden cost of “near miss” hires.[00:19:00] Well-Oiled Machine vs. Intelligent EcosystemWhy the industrial model kills creativity — and what real knowledge work needs now.[00:27:04] The Four Human DriversSurvive, thrive, connect, adapt — how to design a business humans want to be part of.[00:38:37] The Freedom FrameworkMichael's process for tying growth and culture together — so people grow as the company grows.[00:46:14] How to Get UnstuckQuestions every founder should ask to know if they have the right people and leaders.[00:50:31] Your Next StepWhere to get Michael's book, start a conversation, and design your path to freedom. If you're ready to break through the “invisible ceiling” — without losing your freedom, your people, or your sanity — this episode is a must-listen. PS – When you're ready, here's how I can help: Get a copy of my New Digital Report, PROJECT SUPERPOWER, here: www.MikeKoenigs.com/SuperCA Join me for a Cup of Coffee at my Digital Cafe and discover your next big opportunity. This is where we can meet:www.MikeKoenigs.com/1kCoffeeCAIf you haven't already, get a Free Copy of my Ai Accelerator Book Here: www.MikeKoenigs.com/AiBookFreeCA

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