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Wealth consciousness is the missing piece between wanting more money and actually creating financial abundance. In this episode of The Manifested Podcast, KCB shares how shifting your wealth mindset, identity, and subconscious beliefs can help you break free from lack, attract greater prosperity, and become the person who naturally creates wealth.  Your abundant self is already waiting. Wealth From Within guides you into the identity that attracts money, joy, and freedom with ease. Step in now. https://kathleencameronofficial.com/wealth-from-within/ Your expansion starts here: https://hubs.ly/Q03NXHlV0 I built a $50M business and you can too → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/liveevent Manifest your first MILLION now → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/millionaire/   Subscribe To The Manifested Podcast With Kathleen Cameron: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Kathleen Cameron: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | TikTok | Kathleencameronofficial.com Unlock Your Dreams with House of ManifestationA community where you take control of your destiny, manifest your desires, and create a life filled with abundance and purpose? Look no further than the House of Manifestation, where your transformation begins: https://houseofmanifestation.com/ About Kathleen Cameron: Kathleen Cameron, Chief Wealth Creator, 8-figure entrepreneur, and record-breaking author. In just 2 years, she built a 20 million-dollar business and continues to share her knowledge and expertise with all of whom she connects with.  With her determination, unwavering faith, and powers of manifestation, she has helped over 100,000 people attract more love, money, and success into their lives. Her innovative approaches to Manifestation and utilizing the Laws of Attraction have led to the creation of one of the top global success networks, Diamond Academy Coaching. Thousands of students have been able to experience quantum growth. The force behind her magnetic field has catapulted many students into a life beyond their wildest dreams and she is just getting started. Kathleen helps others step into their true potential and become the best version of themselves with their goals met. Kathleen graduated with two undergraduate degrees from the University of Windsor and the University of Toronto with a master's degree in nursing leadership. Her book, "Becoming The One", published by Hasmark Publishing, launched in August 2021 became an International Best Seller in five countries on the first day.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact

Larry Meadows, Head of Product Strategy & Evangelism for HP's Workforce Experience Platform (WXP), joins us to break down how HP is using AI to predict and prevent IT problems before employees ever notice them. We get a live demo of the platform—from AI-powered software recommendations across 50M+ devices to automated remediation in 3–4 clicks—and dig into the global memory crisis, shadow AI risks, and why IT leaders are drowning in portals. Whether you manage a fleet of 50 devices or 50,000, this one's worth your time.HP WXP: https://hp.com/wac/wxpThe Neuron newsletter: https://theneuron.ai

Avery Ching, Co-Founder & CEO at Aptos Labs, joined me to discuss the latest developments on the Aptos blockchain, including privacy, AI, and more.Topics: - Aptos the first L1 where dynamic dispatch can be formally verified - Aptos commits $50M to expand its tech stack for trading and AI workloads- AI and Blockchain synergy - Privacy on the Aptos blockchain Brought to you by

Agassi Korkis co-founded Carbon Six, scaled it to over $50M in annual revenue, and helped sell it for more than $200 million in just 3.5 years. Now he's back with CapTrack, a tool that recovers lost revenue for TikTok Shop sellers.In this episode, George sits down with Agassi for a deep dive into one of the most impressive SaaS exits in the Amazon space and what he's building next. We cover how he got involved at 27 with zero Amazon knowledge, the decision to buy 16 companies in 16 months while burning $1M a month, and the one acquisition (Seller Investigators) that flipped the entire business model. He breaks down building a scrappy sales team from scratch, the painful truth about cash burn at scale, and what separates founders who exit from those who fail.We also get into why Agassi sees TikTok Shop as the next massive opportunity, how CapTrack works, and why TikTok sellers are losing thousands without knowing it. There's a 60-day window most sellers don't know about. Miss it and the money is gone forever. Plus the TikTok to Amazon halo effect, what products actually work on TikTok Shop, and why TikTok events are a completely different world from Amazon events.Whether you're an Amazon seller, a TikTok brand, or an entrepreneur building in ecommerce, this one is packed with real lessons from someone who's done it.#Ecommerce #CarbonSix #TikTokShop #AmazonFBA #SaaSExit #CapTrack #AmazonSeller #TikTokSeller #Entrepreneurship #StartupStory #EcommerceFounder #AmazonTools #TikTokCommerce #BusinessPodcast #ClearAds

Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you'll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit 
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 Are you running your business to scale, or are you running it to sell? According to Michael Bennett, managing partner and founder of Crew Capital, you should always be doing both.
 In this tactical episode of The Exit, Michael sits down with Steve McGarry to break down the exact playbook for preparing your business for a massive payday long before you ever want to hand over the keys. From tracking the 10 to 20 industry KPIs that actually matter to navigating the complex world of QSBS tax benefits and succession planning, Michael shares the hard-earned wisdom he used to help guide one client from a $50M enterprise value all the way to a public, multi-billion-dollar powerhouse. Drawing from years of investment banking and advising founder-led companies, Michael shares why the best time to prepare for an exit is before you need capital and how running your company as if it is always “sale ready” can dramatically increase enterprise value.
 Michael also breaks down the biggest mistakes founders make when preparing for a sale, why timing matters more than most entrepreneurs realize, and how market conditions can impact valuation multiples. Steve and Michael dive into minority deals, partial exits, rollover equity, and the difference between maximizing value versus defining personal success. Whether you are years away from selling or actively considering an exit, this conversation offers tactical advice to help you prepare smarter and avoid painful surprises. 
 -- Michael Bennett is the Managing Partner of Crewe Capital and Co Founding Partner of Crewe Advisors, where he helps founder led and closely held businesses navigate mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and long term financial strategy. Over the past 20 years, Michael has advised on more than 100 investment banking transactions while helping grow Crewe into a multi faceted financial platform overseeing more than $3 billion in assets. After overcoming an unstable childhood and putting himself through school, Michael built the firm from the ground up, starting with no clients and a single $20,000 retainer, eventually expanding into wealth management, alternative investments, philanthropy, and community initiatives.

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 [00:01] Introduction to Michael Bennett and His Journey [05:49] Preparing for an Exit: Timing and Strategy [08:58] Common Mistakes in Exit Preparation [11:48] Understanding Valuations and Market Trends [14:50] Defining the Right Time to Exit [17:46] Exploring Partial Exits and Deal Structures [20:46] Favorite Deals and Lessons Learned [23:41] Advice for Future Entrepreneurs [26:56] Conclusion and Overview of Crewe Capital -- The Exit—Presented By Flippa: A 30-minute podcast featuring expert entrepreneurs who have been there and done it. The Exit talks to operators who have bought and sold a business. You'll learn how they did it, why they did it, and get exposure to the world of exits, a world occupied by a small few, but accessible to many. To listen to the podcast or get daily listing updates, click on flippa.com/the-exit-podcast/

Your anger after a toxic relationship, narcissistic abuse, or a devastating divorce isn't a weakness — it can be your biggest catalyst for change.In this full podcast episode, I sit down with Stacie Shifflett — a 68-year-old author, entrepreneur, and founder of Modern Consciousness. After her 28-year marriage imploded, Stacie did everything "right" — new home, new routines, new social life. But inside, nothing felt like her. That's when she walked into a coach's office and said three words that changed everything: "I'm tired of being angry."What followed was one of the most powerful reinvention stories I've ever heard — from working with Les Brown and Tony Robbins, to acquiring a $50M software company with zero upfront capital, to becoming a bestselling author. Her story proves it's never too late to rebuild your life.

John Ferguson, CEO of Pivot Supply Chain Solutions, shares the gritty details of starting his freight brokerage during the peak of COVID. From a coat closet to a $50M company, learn the raw truth about establishing credit, covering loads, and building a robust team in a tough market. This isn't your average startup story. ⁠Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailThe Big IdeaProfessor Adam Braus pitches a fix nobody's tried: instead of taxing property at a flat rate, tax it like income — progressively. Own a modest home? You're barely taxed. Own a $50 million real estate empire? You pay real money. It's a property tax with a conscience, and Adam argues it could solve the housing crisis, fix California's broken Prop 13 system, and take a swing at the billionaire-hoarding problem all at once.Scot Maupin, doing his usual generous-interrogator thing, pokes at yachts, shell companies, and whether landlords will just pass the cost to renters — and Adam's got an answer for all of it.What's Broken Right NowProp 13 locks property taxes to a home's original purchase price — not what it's worth today. Buy a house in 1985 for pocket change, and decades later you're still paying taxes on pocket change, even as the home is worth millions.This hits commercial property too — including, allegedly, golf courses that shuffle ownership through shell-share tricks so they're never technically "sold."The result: California's budget is starved relative to its actual wealth, and the state leans harder on income tax to compensate — which hits working people disproportionately harder than a property tax would.Meanwhile, in places like Montana and Hawaii, wealthy outsiders are buying up land and driving housing costs through the roof — not because there's a housing shortage, but because of hoarding and speculation.The Fix: Progressive Property TaxInstead of one flat rate on a property's value, tax brackets stack on a person's total property holdings:First $200K (or so): little to no tax — protects ordinary homeowners and grandmas on fixed incomes.$200K–$2M: a low rate, comparable to today's lowest-tax states.$2M–$10M+: rates climb toward the top of the national range (2%+).+$50M: a "super bracket" — 2.5–3%+ on the excess.The pitch: this could roughly double California's property tax revenue (from ~$100B to $170–200B), funneled toward building housing, ending homelessness, and politically popular wins like paid leave — while lowering the tax burden on working people (no tax on tips, no tax on Social Security).How It Closes the LoopholesA beneficiary registry (already used in Australia and some U.S. states) ties every property to a real human owner — so you can't dodge the tax by splitting ownership across an LLC for every house, or spreading deeds across family members.Commercial real estate is included. Adam's pitch turns this into a two-for-one: tax pressure forces a sell-off of empty downtown office space (a post-COVID glut), and the state can buy it cheap and convert it into actual housing — bringing residents (and life) back to dead downtowns.The Objections, Pre-DebunkedScot plays it straight and asks the obvious questions:"Won't the rich just flee to Florida or Montana?" Adam's counter: capital flight of real estate is mostly harmless — the buildings can't be packed in a suitcase. If a billionaire sells, the property stays in-state; prices just come down, which is the point."Won't this just raise rents?" Possibly nudges the very top of the market, but the broad base of affordable housing should barely move — maybe even gets cheaper as demand shifts."Will yachts and jets count?" No — keep it simple, this is real estate only.Where the Idea Comes FromAdam name-checks Gary's Economics (and its scrappier YouTube cousin, Barry's Economics) for the broader "tax wealth, not work" framing, and ties the proposal back to existing progressive wealth-tax proposals from Bernie Sanders (the famous "8% bracket above $1B," pegged to average market returns) and Elizabeth Warren (flat 2% above $50M) — positioning the progressive property tax as a more politically palatable, state-level cousin of those ideas.Detour of the EpisodeA spirited tangent on Maine's Senate race, Graham Platner — oyster farmer, combat veteran, and the episode's pick for "proof this message can win" — plus a running bit on whether wind turbines can literally use up the wind. (They cannot. Probably.)Quotable"I'm so wealthy that I can't pay the tax on my wealth." — the complaint Adam says is doing a lot of work to protect a small number of very rich people.Want me to also draft a short, punchier episode description (the 2–3 sentence blurb for podcast apps) or social media copy to go with these notes? Support the showHelp these new solutions spread by ...Subscribing wherever you listen to podcastsLeaving a 5-star review Sharing your favorite solution with your friends and network (this makes a BIG difference)Comments? Feedback? Questions? Solutions? Message us! We will do a mailbag episode.Email: solutionsfromthemultiverse@gmail.comAdam: @ajbraus - braus@hey.comScot: @scotmaupinadambraus.com (Link to Adam's projects and books)The Perfect Show (Scot's solo podcast)Thanks to Jonah Burns for the SFM music.

Cybersecurity has moved from a technical safeguard to a core business risk, shaping how organizations protect operations, customers and public trust. As companies rely more heavily on cloud platforms, SaaS tools, mobile systems and AI-enabled workflows, the number of possible entry points for attackers continues to expand. The stakes are no longer limited to data loss or system downtime; cyberattacks can disrupt hospitals, financial institutions, telecommunications networks and the everyday infrastructure people depend on. At the same time, the industry faces a major workforce gap, with hundreds of thousands of cybersecurity roles still unfilled in the United States alone and an even larger shortage globally.That gap raises an urgent question for employers, educators and workers alike: how can we build a cybersecurity workforce quickly enough, and with the skills and adaptability needed, to defend organizations in a world where cyber threats are accelerating?This question sits at the heart of the latest episode of DisruptED. Host Ron J. Stefanski speaks with James Faxon, Managing Director of nuKudo, about the changing nature of cybersecurity threats, the talent shortage facing the industry and why traditional education models may not be moving quickly enough. Their conversation explores the growing role of AI, the importance of deep technical and risk-management skills, and nuKudo's paid-training model for preparing cyber professionals who are ready to contribute from day one.What you'll learn…Cyber threats are becoming more disruptive as businesses rely on interconnected cloud, SaaS and telecommunications systems, making attacks capable of affecting hospitals, banks, communications networks and everyday life.Faxon argues that the cybersecurity talent shortage is not only about headcount; it is also about finding people with the technical depth, risk-management mindset and professional skills to operate effectively in high-pressure environments.NuKudo's model focuses on identifying candidates with the aptitude to learn quickly, hiring them as employees, paying them during training, certifying them and placing them with partner organizations prepared for real cybersecurity work.James Faxon is a cybersecurity and technology executive with more than 20 years of experience leading security strategy, risk governance and technology transformation across energy, retail, aerospace, defense, mining and manufacturing. He has led major enterprise security programs, including $50M+ transformation initiatives, M&A cybersecurity due diligence for transactions up to $10B and teams spanning IT, OT, security and operations. He now works as a fractional CISO, CIO and operating partner, advising leadership teams on cybersecurity strategy, AI governance, operational risk and security program maturity.

John Ferguson, CEO of Pivot Supply Chain Solutions, shares the gritty details of starting his freight brokerage during the peak of COVID. From a coat closet to a $50M company, learn the raw truth about establishing credit, covering loads, and building a robust team in a tough market. This isn't your average startup story. Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you scaling your e-commerce brand in revenue, but not in profit? Are you flying blind on CAC, LTV, fulfillment costs, and ad performance, hoping the numbers work out later? Many founders grow to low 7-figures on hustle and luck, only to hit a painful ceiling of chaos, cash-flow problems, and agency fatigue.  In this episode of Marketer of the Day, growth partner Cem Atik of Harucon Ventures shows you what it really takes to move from low 7-figures of chaotic growth to predictable, profitable scale. With 13+ years in e-commerce and a track record of stepping into DTC brands “stuck between traction and chaos,” Cem doesn't just run ads, he and his team take equity and full control of marketing, perform deep finance and marketing due diligence, and rebuild growth systems from the inside out. Cem reveals the three bottlenecks he sees in almost every 7- and 8-figure brand: founders who don't know their true CAC and LTV, broken or non-existent third-party tracking and attribution, and a lack of real control over fulfillment, taxes, and operational costs. He explains how, by building a single source of truth for numbers and cohorts, brands can finally make confident decisions about where to cut spend, where to double down, and how aggressively they can acquire new customers. Instead of guessing, you start steering your business with clarity. https://youtu.be/3fHMwV8W1tE?si=WS6EZKQnCQ77GEYj You'll also hear a powerful case study of a brand doing $10M/month that boosted revenue while cutting marketing spend by 20–25% just by fixing structure and supply chain inefficiencies, saving 9% on fulfillment alone. Cem calls his model “marketing for adults”: performance-based, numbers-first, and designed so both sides win only when the business truly grows profitably. Along the way, he shares why humility beats ego when hiring marketers and operators, and why, if you truly control your numbers, you can afford to move fast and even be a little chaotic everywhere else. If you're tired of agency fatigue, unclear profitability, and growth that feels like a gamble instead of a strategy, this conversation will give you a concrete blueprint. You'll discover how to get a grip on your metrics, clean up your ad accounts, and build a team and system that take you from “winging it” at $1–5M to scaling like a pro toward $50M and beyond, without losing your sanity or your margins. Quotes: “Brands that grow from five to fifty million don't do it because they run better marketing; they do it because they did the groundwork that allows them to grow safely.” “If you have control over your numbers, you can be chaotic in everything else, and as long as your execution speed is great, you will still succeed.” “You could be the best email, WhatsApp, Google Ads, or Meta guy, but the only thing that will always win is a good team that's working proactively together.” Contact Details: Connect with Cem Atik on LinkedIn Explore Harucon Ventures Official Website

Manifestation isn't about waiting for results. It's about becoming the woman who already has them. In this episode, Kathleen Cameron shares how identity shift, self concept, and subconscious reprogramming can help you attract opportunities, expand your impact, and manifest success before the evidence appears.    Your expansion starts here: https://hubs.ly/Q03NXHlV0 I built a $50M business and you can too → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/liveevent Manifest your first MILLION now → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/millionaire/     Subscribe To The Manifested Podcast With Kathleen Cameron: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Kathleen Cameron: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | TikTok | Kathleencameronofficial.com Unlock Your Dreams with House of ManifestationA community where you take control of your destiny, manifest your desires, and create a life filled with abundance and purpose? Look no further than the House of Manifestation, where your transformation begins: https://houseofmanifestation.com/ About Kathleen Cameron: Kathleen Cameron, Chief Wealth Creator, 8-figure entrepreneur, and record-breaking author. In just 2 years, she built a 20 million-dollar business and continues to share her knowledge and expertise with all of whom she connects with.  With her determination, unwavering faith, and powers of manifestation, she has helped over 100,000 people attract more love, money, and success into their lives. Her innovative approaches to Manifestation and utilizing the Laws of Attraction have led to the creation of one of the top global success networks, Diamond Academy Coaching. Thousands of students have been able to experience quantum growth. The force behind her magnetic field has catapulted many students into a life beyond their wildest dreams and she is just getting started. Kathleen helps others step into their true potential and become the best version of themselves with their goals met. Kathleen graduated with two undergraduate degrees from the University of Windsor and the University of Toronto with a master's degree in nursing leadership. Her book, "Becoming The One", published by Hasmark Publishing, launched in August 2021 became an International Best Seller in five countries on the first day.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact

If you love this short clip, you will LOVE the full episode where James Martin shares how he went from leaving school at 14 and being unable to read contracts, got ripped off for millions, bought back the business he sold, and built a £50M+ property empire from lessons that nearly broke him.FULL EPISODE OUT NOW ON YOUR FAVOURITE PODCAST PLAYER

June 16, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: Rhoback secures investment from CHAMP, the athlete-backed fund from L Catterton and Patricof, after surpassing $150M revenue while profitable since inception in 2016 Enhanced Games announces $50M round led by Apeiron, positioning competition as customer acquisition engine for telehealth, peptide, and performance medicine platform after reaching 1B+ viewers L Catterton reportedly in exclusive talks to acquire major stake in HYROX as 1.3M+ people competed across 140 events, adding to portfolio including Peloton, Solidcore, and Equinox Today's episode is brought to you by AIIR — a modern communications and experiential agency for health, wellness, fitness, and performance brands. From earned media to events and creator-led campaigns, AIIR helps companies sharpen their story, earn attention, and build trust that compounds. Visit https://aiir.agency to learn more. More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co

W. Bryan Hubbard, CEO of Americans for Ibogaine and a leading policy advocate, joins I Am Refocused Radio to discuss ibogaine — a powerful, naturally occurring compound showing remarkable potential for interrupting addiction, reducing withdrawal, and promoting neuroplasticity and healing from trauma, PTSD, and brain injuries. With decades of experience reforming public systems — from leading Kentucky's Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission to driving disability policy and mental health initiatives — Bryan is at the forefront of the national movement to bring safe, evidence-based ibogaine therapy to those who need it most. He shares insights from groundbreaking research, state-level policy wins (including Texas' historic $50M investment), veteran stories of transformation, and the science behind this promising treatment. Whether you're impacted by the opioid crisis, supporting veterans and first responders, or exploring innovative paths to recovery and mental wellness, this conversation offers hope, education, and actionable vision for the future of healing. Tune in for a powerful discussion on policy, science, stigma, and real recovery stories. Key Links:Learn more: wbryanhubbard.comAmericans for Ibogaine: americansforibogaine.org#Ibogaine #AddictionRecovery #PTSD #MentalHealth #RefocusedRadio #VeteransHealthBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

Most CEOs think compensation drives performance. What if it's quietly destroying EBITDA instead? Revenue growth can hide a lot of mistakes. Weak customer segmentation. Transactional selling. Pricing based on competition instead of value. Compensation plans that reward activity while leaking profit. The problem isn't usually effort. The problem is incentive alignment. When sales teams are compensated against the wrong metrics, companies often create more revenue while leaving cash flow, margins, and valuation behind. The damage compounds because growth makes the problem harder to see. The real exposure isn't whether a compensation plan is perfect. It's whether the plan creates behaviors that increase value—or embed costs that surface later when EBITDA, cash flow, or valuation come under scrutiny. Eric Wiklendt from Speyside Equity spends his time evaluating and improving manufacturing and distribution businesses between $50M and $500M in revenue. His perspective comes from seeing how operations, pricing, customer economics, and compensation influence enterprise value long before most CEOs recognize the connection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you think launching an ETF sounds like a great business, Eric Balchunas is here to explain why it might be the most brutal competitive arena in finance — and which products are actually winning in 2026.Pierre Daillie sits down with Eric Balchunas — Senior ETF Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, co-host of the Trillions podcast, and author of The Bogle Effect — for an unflinching tour of the ETF Terrordome. Eric maps the structural forces that make ETF success so elusive: Vanguard and BlackRock together capturing 60% of all flows, over 2,000 funds trapped below the $50M zombie line, and a liquidation rate that could hit one-in-three. He unpacks his three C's of ETF survival (Cheap, Creative, or Cabernet), breaks down why legacy active managers finally found their footing by lowering fees, and explains the DRAM phenomenon — a memory chip ETF that reached $15 billion in 60 days by solving a real access problem. The conversation moves into Eric's 26 for '26 ETFs to Watch list, covering uranium mining, auto callable ETFs, laddered buffer strategies, and the growing derivative income space. Balchunas also shares his thesis on why the "Vanguard bid" and government backstops have fundamentally changed how markets absorb sell-offs — and why Bogle may be the most underrated behavioral economist in investing history.⏱ Chapters00:00 — Introduction: Welcome to the Terrordome 03:30 — What the Terrordome actually means: fees, distribution, and the Vanguard effect 06:30 — BlackRock vs. Vanguard: the fee war that reshaped an industry 08:00 — The three C's of ETF success: Cheap, Creative, or Cabernet 10:00 — The $100M threshold: zombies, middle class, and breakout hits 13:00 — Active managers finally get it right (Capital Group, JP Morgan, DFA, Avantis) 15:00 — DRAM: the $15B ETF that came out of nowhere 17:00 — BlackRock & Vanguard as the new IBM for advisors 21:00 — Why advisors choose index over active: the blame problem 25:00 — 26 for '26: Eric's ETF Watch List highlights (URNM, CAIE, buffer ETFs) 28:00 — Auto callables, covered calls, and the derivative income boom 31:00 — Mag Seven concentration: Bessembinder, antitrust, and the hoovering of small caps 36:00 — Managed futures, portable alpha, and return stacking 39:00 — The Vanguard bid: why sell-offs don't cascade anymore 41:00 — The Bogle Effect: Jack Bogle as the father of good investor behavior 43:00 — Where to find Eric: Trillions podcast, ETF IQ on Bloomberg TV, X & LinkedIn #ETF #ETFs2026 #EricBalchunas #BloombergIntelligence #ETFInvesting #PassiveInvesting #ActiveETF #Vanguard #BlackRock #IndexFunds #ETFIndustry #Terrordome #TheBogleEffect #CoveredCallETF #BufferETF #AutoCallable #ManagedFutures #PortableAlpha #UraniumETF #DRAM #Trillions #InsightIsCapital #WealthManagement #AdvisorInvesting #InvestmentStrategy #FinancePodcast

Welcome to Printing Money Episode 39, (or, “The one where they all went to market”). It's that quarterly time, so Troy Jensen (Managing Director, Cantor Fitzgerald) joins Danny for a review and analysis of the Q1 2026 public 3DP/AM company earnings. Episode 39 opens with a nod to the recent spate of positive financings and M&A outcomes for 3DP/AM companies. Danny and Troy review the reasons for this, but they are sure to curb their enthusiasm as a mega-IPO cycle is imminent which could dry up liquidity for smaller players such as…all 3DP/AM companies! Next, to the heart of things. Danny and Troy analyze the Q1 2026 reports for Stratasys (SSYS), 3D Systems (DDD), Velo3D (VELO), Materialise (MTLS), Xometry (XMTR) and Protolabs (PRLB). Included in the analysis is coverage of many of these firms' significant financings or transactions. Tune in for analysis of Stratasys' Markforged acquisition, 3D Systems' cash raise, Velo's cash raise, Xometry's cash raise, Materialise's stock buyback,  and more. The public markets 3DP/AM players are in a better place, with stronger balance sheets and increased optionality. Good times may indeed be ahead, but smart Additive Manufacturing Strategies will be needed to execute properly and deliver value. Please enjoy Episode 39 and check out our previous episodes too. This episode was recorded June 9, 2026. Timestamps: 00:13 – Welcome to Episode 39, and welcome back to Troy Jensen (Cantor Fitzgerald) 00:46 – Healthy 3DP/AM M&A and Financings are back 01:55 – Troy's general perspective on recent 3DP/AM deals 03:00 – Strike while the iron is hot 03:42 – SpaceX vacuum? (and Anthropic, and OpenAI) What these mega-IPOs mean for 3DP/AM companies in H2 2026 06:15 – Stratasys (SSYS) Q1 2025 earnings and Markforged acquisition analysis 12:44 – Can Stratasys unlock Markforged value with in-house IP from Arevo and 9T Labs? 14:47 – 3D Systems (DDD) Q1 2026 earnings and $50M secondary analysis 19:52 – Velo3D (VELO) Q1 2026 earnings, $50M secondary, and $100M ATM analysis 25:52 – Materialise (MTLS) Q1 2026 earnings, stock buyback, and spinouts analysis 32:43 – Xometry (XMTR) and Protolabs (PRLB) surging on Q1 2026 earnings; XMTR $225M secondary 35:29 – Good times ahead?  Strong balance sheets auger a need for smart additive manufacturing strategies 36:55 – Thanks very much to Troy for joining, and thanks very much to you for listening! 37:21 – Disclaimer Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. Nothing stated on this podcast constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer by the hosts, the organizer or any third-party service provider to buy or sell any securities or other financial instruments in this or in any other jurisdiction in which such solicitation or offer would be unlawful under the securities laws of such jurisdiction.  The information on this podcast is of a general nature that does not address the circumstances and risk profile of any individual or entity and should not constitute professional and/or financial advice. Referenced transactions are sourced from publicly available information. Danny Piper is a registered representative of Finalis Securities LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This material has been prepared for information and educational purposes only, and it is not intended to provide, nor should it be relied on for tax, legal, or investment advice. Investors should consult with their own tax, legal, and financial professionals before investing. Real estate investments are generally highly risky. They can be volatile, unpredictable, illiquid, and are subject to ebbs and flows and market shifts. Investors also risk the loss of all principal investments.

On this episode, Laolu, Furo, and Nosa discuss some recent fundraises in the ecosystem — Spiro's $215M raise backed by Impact Fund Denmark and Equitane, Nala's $50M credit facility, LemFi's $34.8M extension, BFREE's growth round led by AfricInvest, and Shiprazor's $2.65M seed funding.They also unpack Chowdeck's vendor trust issues and explore broader financial trends and news.This episode is sponsored by Busha — Nigeria's licensed digital assets exchange for businesses looking to move money across borders. If you are running a business exploring fast cross-border payments, stablecoin and FX liquidity, and easy treasury management, get started at busha.io/business, and for individuals? You can buy, sell, and send digital assets anywhere in the world, and also save in naira or dollars, with up to 20% annual interest. Download the Busha App and use code OPENAFRICA or visit https://surl.li/jvbwvt to get started._We love hearing your thoughts! Find us on X (@TheOAPod) and Instagram (@openafricapod) and tag us in your conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary venture capitalist Vinod Khosla joins Mukesh Bansal on SparX, for one of the most wide-ranging and provocative conversations on the future of technology, investing, and humanity. Vinod makes bold claims: AI will replace doctors within 5 years, colleges as we know them are obsolete, space-based data centers don't make sense, India's IT and BPO industry faces an existential threat - and yet, AI may be the greatest opportunity India has ever seen. And ultimately, AI will free humanity from servitude to survival.In this episode, Vinod shares his contrarian investment philosophy, including why he wrote a $50M check to OpenAI in 2019 when it had no product, no revenue, and no business plan — and why he sent an apology letter to his LPs along with it.

There is no golden goose when it comes to affiliation models in the wealth management industry.Wirehouses, independent broker-dealers, RIAs all have pros and cons.Anyone who suggests otherwise is either ill-informed or being disingenuous.So when considering pathways for your advisory practice, it's important to understand how those pros and cons compare.In this episode (#150) of the Transition To RIA question & answer series, I explain the pros and cons of the RIA model.Come take a listen!P.S. Prefer video? You can find this entire series in video format on Youtube. Search for the TRANSITION TO RIA channel.Show notes: https://TransitionToRIA.com/what-are-the-pros-and-cons-of-the-ria-model/About Host: Brad Wales is the founder of Transition To RIA, where he helps financial advisors between $50M and $1B understand everything there is to know about WHY and HOW to transition their practice to the Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) model. Brad has 20+ years of industry experience, including direct RIA related roles in Compliance, Finance and Business Development. He has an MBA and has held the 4, 7, 24, 63 & 65 licenses. The Transition To RIA website (TransitionToRIA.com) has a large catalog of free videos, articles, whitepapers, as well as other resources to help advisors understand the RIA model and how it would apply to their unique circumstances.

June 10, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: AG1 launches AG1 Pro combining flagship greens with creatine, Calcium-HMB, and muscle health ingredients as creatine moves from sports nutrition to mainstream longevity supplement Therabody launches CryoTherm Palm handheld thermoregulation device tested with USC and IMG athletes, expanding from recovery into performance enhancement Stars + Honey raises $24M from VMG Partners targeting $50M revenue, combining collagen peptides with protein at intersection of beauty, wellness, and nutrition More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co

Exponential wealth starts when you stop focusing on money and start focusing on impact. In this episode of The Manifested Podcast, KCB shares the mindset shift that can help you attract more abundance, grow your business, expand your influence, and create lasting wealth by serving more people.   If you're ready to create more impact, expand your influence, and build a business that supports exponential wealth, learn more about Kathleen's Modern Mentor Program.   Your expansion starts here: https://hubs.ly/Q03NXHlV0 I built a $50M business and you can too → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/liveevent Manifest your first MILLION now → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/millionaire/     Subscribe To The Manifested Podcast With Kathleen Cameron: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Kathleen Cameron: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | TikTok | Kathleencameronofficial.com Unlock Your Dreams with House of ManifestationA community where you take control of your destiny, manifest your desires, and create a life filled with abundance and purpose? Look no further than the House of Manifestation, where your transformation begins: https://houseofmanifestation.com/ About Kathleen Cameron: Kathleen Cameron, Chief Wealth Creator, 8-figure entrepreneur, and record-breaking author. In just 2 years, she built a 20 million-dollar business and continues to share her knowledge and expertise with all of whom she connects with.  With her determination, unwavering faith, and powers of manifestation, she has helped over 100,000 people attract more love, money, and success into their lives. Her innovative approaches to Manifestation and utilizing the Laws of Attraction have led to the creation of one of the top global success networks, Diamond Academy Coaching. Thousands of students have been able to experience quantum growth. The force behind her magnetic field has catapulted many students into a life beyond their wildest dreams and she is just getting started. Kathleen helps others step into their true potential and become the best version of themselves with their goals met. Kathleen graduated with two undergraduate degrees from the University of Windsor and the University of Toronto with a master's degree in nursing leadership. Her book, "Becoming The One", published by Hasmark Publishing, launched in August 2021 became an International Best Seller in five countries on the first day.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact

In "Is Organized Tech Destroying the Small Logistics Entrepreneur" Joe Lynch and Nicholas Antoine, Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Managing Partner of Red Arts Capital, discuss how mid-market logistics companies can leverage emerging automation and strategic "moats" to successfully survive and compete against tech-heavy enterprise giants. About Nick Antoine Nicholas Antoine is the Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Managing Partner of Red Arts Capital, a private equity firm he co-founded in 2015 - at age 26 - to invest exclusively in supply chain and logistics businesses. A Princeton graduate, Nick began his career as an equity research analyst at Princeton Global Asset Management before joining Ariel Investments in Chicago, where he served as Chief of Staff to the Chairman and CEO of the $17 billion asset manager. At Red Arts, he leads fundraising, research, and investment thesis development, building one of the few Black-founded and -led PE firms in the country and one of the top-performing, ranked #7 on Bloomberg's 2025 Best-Performing U.S. Buyout Funds. Nick is a member of YPO and a board trustee of The Studio Museum in Harlem and WTTW (PBS Chicago). About Red Arts Capital Red Arts Capital is a Chicago-based private equity firm focused exclusively on partnering with North American supply chain and logistics businesses. Founded in 2015 by Nick Antoine and Chad Strader, Red Arts is a 100% Black-owned firm investing across the "supply chain economy" - freight, transportation, warehousing, contract packaging, and related middle-market companies with strong growth potential. In 2023, the firm closed its latest fund oversubscribed at $270M, above its $225M target, backed by institutional LPs including Prudential Financial, the University of Chicago's Office of Investments, and funds managed by Neuberger Berman. Red Arts pairs a sector-focused thesis with a belief that diversity drives performance - women represent roughly half the firm. Key Takeaways: Is Organized Tech Destroying the Small Logistics Entrepreneur In "Is Organized Tech Destroying the Small Logistics Entrepreneur" Joe Lynch and Nicholas Antoine, Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Managing Partner of Red Arts Capital, discuss how mid-market logistics companies can leverage emerging automation and strategic "moats" to successfully survive and compete against tech-heavy enterprise giants. Firm Profile & Focus: Founded in 2015, Red Arts Capital is a 100% Black-owned, Chicago-based private equity firm that focuses exclusively on North American supply chain, logistics, and middle-market infrastructure businesses. Target Investment Profile: Unlike venture capital firms that hunt for speculative "hockey stick" growth, Red Arts invests $50M to $100M+ into established, profitable middle-market companies (typically family-owned with $100M to $500M in revenue) to provide liquidity and operational scaling. Strong Institutional Backing: Validating their sector-focused thesis, the firm closed its 2023 fund oversubscribed at $270M (surpassing its $225M target) backed by premier LPs like Prudential Financial and the University of Chicago. The Concept of "Organized Tech": Nick defines "organized technology" as a modern third form of power alongside organized people and organized capital. Large enterprise players use their scale and massive resources to deploy tech—and partner with startups for free trials—giving them a distinct, systemic advantage. An Opportunity, Not a Death Sentence: Organized tech is not inherently destroying small logistics entrepreneurs; rather, the risk lies in a lack of adaptability. Because AI and automated tools are becoming rapidly commoditized and affordable, small business survival depends on an entrepreneurial willingness to experiment. Building Defensive "Moats": To avoid competing strictly on commoditized pricing, successful logistics companies must build defensible moats. This includes high-touch customer service, strong cultural values that lower driver turnover, or geographic asset density (like uniquely zoned cross-dock terminals) that competitors cannot easily replicate. Outsized Returns from Small Tech Investments: Technology adoption doesn't require a massive overhaul to significantly impact the bottom line. In one LTL case study, Red Arts introduced a simple automated software tool to capture missed, manual accessorial charges, plugging a major revenue leak and yielding massive profit returns. Learn More About Is Organized Tech Destroying the Small Logistics Entrepreneur Nicholas Antoine | Linkedin Red Arts Capital | Linkedin Red Arts Capital Bloomberg executive profile Investing in Supply Chain Solutions with Nick Antoine of Red Arts Capital | Impact Podcast Black Professionals in PE & Finance spotlight | McGuireWoods Fund close coverage | $270M, Business Wire Organized Technology: A New Power Defining The American Dream | Forbes The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube

Jason Kutasi is the founder and CEO of SkyHouse, a performance marketing agency that managed $50M in ad spend for 2025 - its first full year of business. He's driven roughly $500M in advertising over his career and built a children's book publisher acquired by Scholastic and a digital marketing platform acquired by Capital One.  Jason specializes in copywriting, funnel analytics, and scaling high-growth DTC and telemedicine brands.Highlight Bullets> Here's a glimpse of what you would learn…. E-commerce growth strategies and challenges.Comparison of selling on Amazon versus Shopify.Importance of average order value (AOV) in scaling advertising.Strategies to increase AOV, such as product bundling and premium versions.The role of TikTok and other platforms in e-commerce marketing.Managing advertising campaigns and the balance between creative volume and quality.The significance of agency versus in-house marketing teams.The impact of AI on marketing and the importance of human expertise.Insights on effective copywriting and video content in advertising.The future of e-commerce marketing and the evolving landscape of digital advertising.In this episode of the E-comm Breakthrough Podcast, host Josh Hadley speaks with Jason Kutasi, CEO of Skyhouse, about scaling e-commerce brands. They discuss the importance of average order value (AOV), emphasizing that brands need at least $60 in margin to run profitable paid ads. Jason contrasts Amazon-first versus Shopify-first strategies, recommends bundling and subscriptions to boost AOV, and advises starting with freelancers before scaling with agencies and in-house teams. They also explore Meta advertising, creative quality versus volume, and how AI augments—but doesn't replace—skilled marketers and copywriters.Here are the 3 action items that Josh identified from this episode:Fix Your AOV Before Scaling Ads Don't run paid ads until your average order value and margins can support CAC. Aim for $60+ margin per order using bundles, upsells, or subscriptions.Build on Shopify, Use Amazon as a Bonus Channel Prioritize DTC (Shopify) to control pricing, data, and AOV—then layer Amazon as an incremental revenue stream, not your foundation.Test Creatives Broadly, Then Double Down on Winners Launch multiple ad variations quickly, identify what works, and scale only high-performing creatives with better production and audience targeting.Timestamps:00:00:00 Introduction to the AOV ProblemJason Kutasi explains that Amazon sellers often struggle to scale on other platforms due to a low Average Order Value.00:00:34 Host & Guest IntroductionHost Josh Hadley introduces the episode's topic and guest Jason Kutasi, founder and CEO of performance marketing agency Skyhouse.00:02:26 Amazon vs. Shopify MindsetA discussion on the two primary approaches to starting an e-commerce business and the challenges faced by Amazon-first brands.00:03:39 The $60 Margin RuleJason explains why brands need at least $60 in margin to profitably acquire customers on paid ad platforms like Meta.00:04:37 Strategies to Increase AOVActionable ways to increase Average Order Value, including creating sister brands, bundling products, and offering aggressive subscription models.00:07:56 The "Shopify First" AdvantageThe benefits of a higher AOV, which provides more margin to scale advertising across multiple channels beyond Amazon PPC.00:10:30 Why You Must Be OmnichannelJason argues that Shopify brands should sell on Amazon to avoid losing customers who prefer to purchase there.00:14:01 Case Study: A Massive Meta Ad WinJason details a recent successful video ad campaign that scaled to thousands of orders in a single weekend.00:20:04 Navigating Meta's Andromeda UpdateA discussion on Meta's shift to creative-driven campaigns and the strategy of slicing avatars for better, more stable performance.00:23:34 Agency vs. In-House TeamsJason breaks down when to hire a freelancer, an agency, or build an in-house team for your marketing efforts.00:29:13 Why Most Marketing Agencies FailJason shares his experience with underperforming agencies and what brand owners should look for when hiring one.00:33:28 Building an In-House Team Alongside an AgencyThe importance of building an internal team to de-risk your business and test new offers before scaling with an agency.00:36:38 The Future of E-commerce and AIJason predicts AI will commoditize ad creation, making predictive modeling and data-driven rules the new competitive edge.00:41:42 AI as a Human AmplifierAI won't replace skilled marketers but will augment their abilities, allowing them to perform at a much higher level.00:44:43 Three Actionable TakeawaysThe host summarizes the episode's key lessons: fix your AOV, build in-house, and leverage AI with smart people.00:49:33 Jason's Final RecommendationsJason shares his most influential book, favorite AI tool (Claude Code), and a respected figure in the e-commerce space.Resources mentioned in this episode:Josh Hadley on LinkedIneComm Breakthrough ConsultingeComm Breakthrough PodcastEmail Josh Hadley: Josh@eCommBreakthrough.comTools and Websites"Amazon": "00:02:26""Shopify": "00:02:26""Meta (Facebook/Instagram Ads)": "00:02:56""Google Ads": "00:02:56""YouTube Ads": "00:02:56""TikTok": "00:06:23""PayPal": "00:11:49""Apple Pay": "00:11:49""Google Pay": "00:11:49""Shop Pay": "00:11:49""Claude Code": "00:50:05""Meta": "00:38:16"Books"The E-Myth by Michael E. Gerber": "00:00:56""Cash Flow": "00:49:36"Videos"Video Ads": "00:14:01"Notable Mentions / People"Skyhouse (Jason Kutasi's performan...

Faith Driven Investor Podcast – Episode 224 Release Date: June 8, 2026 Venture Studio, AI Disruption & the Mandate to Build Beautiful Things John Coleman sits down with Kristian Andersen — co-founder and partner at High Alpha, the Indianapolis-based venture studio and fund — live at the Main Street Summit in Columbia, Missouri. Kristian traces his unlikely path from freelance designer to venture capital pioneer, unpacking how High Alpha's hybrid studio-fund model is navigating the most disruptive era in software history, and why he believes faith calls investors and builders alike to an adventure mandate and a creation mandate. Key Topics: How High Alpha's venture studio model differs from traditional VC — and what 10+ years of iteration taught them about company creation Why seat-based SaaS licensing is dying and what outcome-based, utility, and agentic business models are replacing it The AI disruption hiding in plain sight: companies going from zero to $50M revenue in a single year — and what that means for early-stage investors The enterprise SaaS recession of 2021–2024, the "buying barbell," and why legacy SaaS and AI-native companies are on completely different trajectories Why the biggest untold story in the entrepreneurial journey is what it costs the founder's family — and how High Alpha is addressing it ServiceNow's entry as a Fund 4 LP and what strategic corporate venture capital actually looks like when done right The theology of taste: why Kristian believes truth is beauty, and how the adventure and creation mandates of Scripture shape his work as an investor and builder Notable Quotes: "Operating companies makes us better investors. And conversely, investing makes us better operators because the half-life of experience in this industry is a lot shorter than people think it is." — Kristian Andersen "The currency we trade in are founders and markets. And we want to engineer some radical advantage into those businesses." — Kristian Andersen "I think we serve a God that calls us to adventure. Every good thing that's happened to me in my life has been a function of me saying yes, not saying no." — Kristian Andersen About Kristian Andersen: Kristian Andersen is the co-founder and partner at High Alpha, an Indianapolis-based venture studio that both incubates net-new software companies and invests in high-growth founders. Before High Alpha, he founded StudioScience, a design and innovation consultancy he ran for 15 years before selling to private equity. An active angel investor, Kristian has co-founded multiple software companies and invested in over 40 startups. He is married to Brandy, has six children, and is part of the Praxis community. High Alpha's Fund 4 counts ServiceNow as a strategic LP. About High Alpha: High Alpha is a venture studio and fund based in Indianapolis that combines company creation with venture investing. The firm partners with founders and corporations to ideate and launch enterprise SaaS businesses, then supports them with capital, operations, and shared resources. High Alpha's portfolio companies have included Angi (formerly Angie's List), ExactTarget, and others from the Indianapolis tech ecosystem.

In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast host Troy Trewin interviews Tim Rexius shares how he lost nearly everything during the GFC, delivered pizzas at night, and sanded floors to fund the launch of Rexius Nutrition. He reveals how relentless networking, smart risk-taking, and a commitment to learning helped him grow multiple businesses, including three successful gyms. Tim also explains how Omaha Protein Popcorn evolved from a struggling idea into a global brand stocked in over 30,000 stores across 16 countries. Along the way, he discusses leadership, marketing, building a strong team culture, and why entrepreneurs must remain lifelong students. This inspiring conversation is packed with lessons on resilience, growth, and creating opportunities from adversity. 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 Tim Rexius, the hardest thing in growing a small business is access to capital. He believes many entrepreneurs have great ideas and the willingness to work hard, but securing funding is often the biggest challenge. Tim notes that borrowing money has become increasingly difficult, and when funding is available, the interest rates and repayment terms can be tough. He advises business owners to find creative ways to generate income while building their business so they can cover overhead costs and avoid making poor decisions under financial pressure. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? Tim Rexius says one of the business books that has helped him the most is Think Big, Shut the F Up and Work. He also credits Masters of Selling by Tony Robbins as a life-changing book that helped him understand communication, sales, and human behavior. Tim believes that learning how to sell effectively is one of the most valuable skills an entrepreneur can develop because it influences every aspect of business growth and success. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Tim Rexius shared invaluable entrepreneurial wisdom across several platforms, including his standout appearances on The Management Blueprint Podcast, The Deep Wealth Podcast, and the Phat Muscle Project Podcast, where he breaks down real-world scaling strategies and leadership frameworks. His home base at timrexius.com also offers direct access to Rexius Business Consulting, where he mentors entrepreneurs globally on franchising, retail expansion, and building strong team cultures. For broader small business growth, the Grow a Small Business Podcast hosted by Troy Trewin — the very show Tim featured on — delivers weekly deep-dives with founders tackling the same challenges. You can also follow Tim on Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn at @timothy_d_rexius for ongoing, no-BS business insights from someone who built a $50M brand from nothing. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Tim Rexius shares that the most powerful tool for growing a small business is building genuine relationships, as he personally visited three gyms every day for three years to meet potential customers, proving that consistent human connection outperforms any paid marketing strategy. He also emphasizes leveraging social media to level the playing field, noting that a strong personal brand and winning attitude can make a C-class location just as successful as an A-class one, which he demonstrated by growing Omaha Protein Popcorn to over 30,000 stores across 16 countries. For direct mentorship and structured business guidance, Tim offers Rexius Business Consulting at timrexius.com, where he coaches entrepreneurs on scaling, franchising, and turning employees into entrepreneurial partners using his proven Entrepreneur Creation Framework. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Tim Rexius would tell his day-one self to stop waiting for the perfect moment and instead start hustling immediately, because delivering pizzas at night and sanding floors on weekends while building his first store taught him that grit and relentless action will always outwork privilege and perfect timing. He would also remind himself that it is far easier to turn customers into friends than friends into customers, so invest every ounce of energy into showing up, meeting people, and projecting a winning attitude — because the right mindset attracts the right opportunities. 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: It's a lot easier to turn customers into friends than friends into customers — Tim Rexius You can have a C-class location but an A-class person, and still build a wildly successful business — Tim Rexius People really want to be surrounded by winners, so put on a winning attitude and watch the right opportunities find you — Tim Rexius  

The Headliners this week: Aston's New Coat: Aston Martin is ditching the green for Monaco. They're running a trippy, color-shifting "From Rock to Racetrack" livery. Leclerc Bags the Secured Bag: Charles locked in a massive Ferrari extension—rumored at €50M a year. He's officially chasing down Schumi's record for most Ferrari starts. The 2027 Engine Mess: The F1 Commission is stuck. The new engine ideas need bigger fuel tanks, but the current chassis can't fit them. The backup plan? Literally making some races shorter so cars need less fuel. Wild. Quick Hits & Garage Gossip Rule Tweaks: Teams get an extra winter testing day next year. Also, the FIA is clamping down on teams using old car tests to sneakily prep for upcoming tracks. Lowriders & Luxury EVs: Lewis Hamilton has been cruising SoCal in a custom '84 Buick Regal lowrider. Meanwhile, Ferrari dropped "Luce"—a 1,000+ hp electric hyper-GT designed by Jony Ive that costs a casual $640k. Tech & Rumors: Banning the rumored Mercedes engine trick, Honda's unexpected power gains, and what the heck is going on with ADUO? Plus, Williams targeting 2030 for a title comeback, and BYD trying to break into the paddock. Monaco Preview Let's honest—last year gave us exactly one overtake. We look at the stats to see if this weekend will actually be a race or just a very fast, very expensive parade Hit that subscribe button and tune in for the full, unfiltered breakdown! Subscribe to the Scuderia F1 Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Please leave us a rating and review if you enjoyed the show! Thanks for tuning in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to go from working as an Audi technician to leading a $50 million automotive company? In this episode of the Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast, Ryan Blair shares his journey from struggling in college to becoming an Audi mechanic, opening his first shop, nearly losing everything, and ultimately building a $50M automotive empire. Ryan breaks down the lessons he learned about mastering a trade, taking calculated risks, finding the right mentors, understanding financials, and making the transition from technician to business owner and CEO. If you're a blue-collar entrepreneur, service business owner, or someone looking to scale beyond owner-operator status, this episode is packed with valuable insights. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:15 Why Ryan Left College and Chose a Trade 06:45 Becoming an Audi Technician 12:30 Developing Elite Skills and Work Ethic 18:50 Winning Audi's National Technician Competition 24:10 Walking Away From a Six-Figure Career 28:35 Starting a Business in a Storage Unit 35:20 The Mistakes That Nearly Cost Him Everything 44:10 Selling His House, Car, and Investments 50:30 Finding a Mentor and Learning Business 58:45 Scaling to the Largest Independent European Repair Shop 1:05:20 Growing to a $50M Automotive Platform 1:12:00 Advice for Blue Collar Business Owners If you enjoy these conversations around blue collar business growth, scaling, leadership, acquisitions, and building real companies, subscribe for more episodes from Blue Collar Millionaire. Check out BoardRoom Elite and get in the room with operators, investors, and owners who are actually doing this every day.

Manifestation is already happening through your thoughts, beliefs, and emotional patterns, whether you realize it or not. In this episode of The Manifested Podcast, KCB shares how thought work, subconscious reprogramming, mindset shifts, and intentional thinking can help you stop reinforcing limiting beliefs and start manifesting abundance, confidence, peace, and success on purpose.  Ready to manifest with intention? Join Kathleen Cameron's Made To Manifest course and start creating the life you truly want:  https://diamondacademy.thrivecart.com/made-to-manifest/   Your expansion starts here: https://hubs.ly/Q03NXHlV0 I built a $50M business and you can too → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/liveevent Manifest your first MILLION now → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/millionaire/     Subscribe To The Manifested Podcast With Kathleen Cameron: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Kathleen Cameron: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | TikTok | Kathleencameronofficial.com Unlock Your Dreams with House of ManifestationA community where you take control of your destiny, manifest your desires, and create a life filled with abundance and purpose? Look no further than the House of Manifestation, where your transformation begins: https://houseofmanifestation.com/ About Kathleen Cameron: Kathleen Cameron, Chief Wealth Creator, 8-figure entrepreneur, and record-breaking author. In just 2 years, she built a 20 million-dollar business and continues to share her knowledge and expertise with all of whom she connects with.  With her determination, unwavering faith, and powers of manifestation, she has helped over 100,000 people attract more love, money, and success into their lives. Her innovative approaches to Manifestation and utilizing the Laws of Attraction have led to the creation of one of the top global success networks, Diamond Academy Coaching. Thousands of students have been able to experience quantum growth. The force behind her magnetic field has catapulted many students into a life beyond their wildest dreams and she is just getting started. Kathleen helps others step into their true potential and become the best version of themselves with their goals met. Kathleen graduated with two undergraduate degrees from the University of Windsor and the University of Toronto with a master's degree in nursing leadership. Her book, "Becoming The One", published by Hasmark Publishing, launched in August 2021 became an International Best Seller in five countries on the first day.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact

How did HG Ventures quietly become one of the most active water tech investors on the planet, without even calling itself a water VC?HG Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of The Heritage Group, a 100-year-old, family-owned Indianapolis conglomerate active in asphalt, quarries, environmental services and specialty chemicals. With $350M in assets, the fund deploys around $50M a year across 41 portfolio companies and 7 sectors, and ranks 5th globally in water tech by deal count despite water being only 18% of its thesis.Ginger Rothrock holds a PhD in chemistry from UNC Chapel Hill, co-founded the NASDAQ-listed pharmaceutical company Liquidia, was promoted to Managing Director of HG Ventures in December 2025, and is a Global Corporate Venturing Rising Star and Kauffman Fellow with deep expertise in industrial water, industrial wastewater treatment, and corporate venture capital in cleantech.

In this episode, Chris sits down with Josh Zegen, Co-Founder & Managing Principal of Madison Realty Capital, a $25 billion real estate private credit firm he started with his college roommate in 2004. They dig into how he built one of the largest private lenders in the country starting from a desk in his dad's law office - and why he still thinks of himself as a businessman first and a real estate guy second. Josh got into lending almost by accident. Laid off from a VC firm at 26 when the dot-com bubble burst, he took one mortgage deal nobody else would do, saw how fragmented and non-institutional the market was, and built a fund around it before "private credit" meant anything. Chris and Josh go deep on surviving '08, reinventing the business when capital dried up, and how Madison grew into a platform that now lends to other lenders. They discuss: How Josh went from a laid-off VC associate living back home to founding a $25B firm Surviving '09 - including giving up 50% of the company for a $50M anchor that collapsed at the last minute Why he built servicing, asset management, and capital raising in-house instead of outsourcing The $10B back-leverage book that makes Madison the lender to ~100 other private lenders The $720M single loan behind the largest office-to-residential conversion in NYC Where he sees real estate credit headed - and why he stays away from office, data centers, and anything "binary" Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(00:52) Rate Volatility and a Stalled CRE Investment Market(09:44) What's Getting Done Today: Construction, Conversions, and Recaps(18:49) Founding Madison: Seeing Opportunity in a Fragmented Market(25:19) The GFC: Gating Investors and Going Vertically Integrated(31:26) The $50M REIT Deal That Nearly Ended Madison—And the Door It Opened(44:28) Why Borrowers Now Prefer Private Credit Over Banks(47:17) In-House Loan Servicing as Madison's Competitive Edge(49:06) The Back Leverage Business: Lending to Private Lenders(55:35) Capital Markets Expansion and Staying True to Real Estate(1:05:55) The Pfizer Deal, Lifecycle Lending, and Madison's Road Ahead(1:15:06) Staying Relevant by Constantly Innovating and Looking for Acquisition Opportunities ----- Presented by Airshare: Trusted across the country for fractional ownership, jet cards, charter, and aircraft management, Airshare gives you a smarter way to fly private - over 25 years of experience, operating their own fleet, with the top safety ratings in the industry. Drive up to the FBO, walk on, and go. Go to flyairshare.com to learn more. ----- Sponsored by: Collateral Partners builds institutional-grade investor materials for private credit, private equity, real estate, and family office firms - the kind of marketing collateral that helps you close capital. Learn more at collateral.com/fort. Relay Human Cloud helps you build a highly skilled global team that operates as a true part of your business - not an outsourced vendor. From accounting to operations, Relay's talent works inside your systems and alongside your local team, unlocking 24-hour productivity and significant cost savings. Learn more at https://www.relayhumancloud.com/powers-podcast/ ----- Chris on Social Media: X: https://x.com/fortworthchris Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepowerspodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrispowersjr/ Visit our website: https://www.powerspod.com/Leave a review on Apple: https://bit.ly/45crFD0Leave a review on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3Krl9jO

Life will hand you things you never asked for. The question is, who do you become on the other side of it? Stacie Shifflett has walked through unimaginable loss, major life transitions, and seasons that could have easily left her stuck in bitterness, anger, and grief. After losing her son, navigating the end of a 28-year marriage, and now facing a new health challenge that has changed her independence, Stacie has learned something powerful: peace is something you have to protect, practice, and choose. This conversation dives into what it really means to keep moving forward when life knocks you down, how to make peace with things you cannot change, and why healing often begins with taking radical responsibility for your own journey. Stacie shares how emotional triggers can become guideposts, why joy is not something you achieve but something you allow, and how small, intentional steps can help you become the next best version of yourself. Through grief, disruption, anger, and uncertainty, Stacie's story is a reminder that life may change around you, but you still have the power to choose how you show up. Guest Bio Stacie Shifflet is a transformation guide, author, entrepreneur, and the creator of Modern Consciousness®, a clarity-first framework that helps people understand their inner landscape, break behavioural patterns, and intentionally choose what comes next. After building companies, acquiring a $50M software company with no upfront capital, rolling out the first IBM desktops in a major federal agency, and navigating profound personal loss, Stacie rebuilt her life and identity through deep self-inquiry and emotional honesty. Her bestselling book, Treasure Map to Joy™, brings her journey to life through a transformational parable and reflects her practical, courageous approach to turning awareness into real, lasting change. You'll hear About Why making peace with loss is part of moving forward How grief can resurface long after the hardest season has passed Why emotional triggers can become a path toward healing The power of taking radical responsibility for your own journey How small steps help you become the next best version of yourself   Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Episode Introduction 02:30 Losing Her Son and Choosing to Move Forward 06:00 Giving Yourself Grace Through Grief 08:30 Making Peace With Loss 14:00 Divorce, Anger, and Starting Over 18:00 Becoming the Next Best Version of Yourself 22:15 Calming Emotional Triggers and Reclaiming Your Power 30:30 Stacie's Book, Treasure Map to Joy 33:15 Facing a New Health Challenge With Grace 39:00 Holding Space for Someone Who Is Struggling 40:30 Final Reflections and Key Takeaways Chuck's Challenge This week, take one small step toward the next best version of yourself. It doesn't have to be dramatic. It could be choosing not to react to something that usually triggers you. It could be asking for help. It could be letting yourself feel what you've been avoiding. Or it could simply be finding one moment of joy in the middle of a hard day. Because as Stacie shared, peace does not happen by accident. It comes when you choose to protect it, practice it, and take your power back one step at a time.   Connect with Stacie Website: Modern Consciousness Facebook: Modern Consciousness | Sarasota FL Instagram: Modern Consciousness®️ (@modernconsciousness) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacie-shifflett-7b5a8922/ Connect with Chuck Check out the website: https://www.thecompassionateconnection.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuck-thuss-a9aa044/ Follow on Instagram: @warriorsunmasked Join the Warriors Unmasked community by subscribing to the show. Together, we're breaking stigmas and shining a light on mental health, one story at a time.  

Introduction International tech companies burn through $2 million trying to crack the US market every day. Not because their product is wrong. Because they hire a sales team before they have a sales motion. Dan Griffith has spent 15 years watching this mistake play out—and building the playbook to prevent it. Griffith is the founder of Greater Gain Group, a go-to-market firm that helps software and technology companies—most of them international—land and scale in US insurance, financial services, and healthcare markets. As the first US hire for a South African company, he scaled it from $3M to $150M in three years. Those hard lessons became the foundation for Greater Gain Group's 90-day go-to-market framework. In this conversation, Josh Hollander and Griffith dig into why the unicorn sales hire is the most dangerous move an international founder can make, what has to be true before you put a rep in a seat, and where the insurtech market is creating real demand for cross-border go-to-market right now. Guest Bio Dan Griffith is the Founder and Principal Consultant at Greater Gain Group, a go-to-market consultancy specializing in helping international software and technology companies enter and scale in the US insurance, financial services, and healthcare markets. With 30 years in enterprise sales and marketing, he has served as a first US hire and go-to-market architect for companies entering from South Africa, France, Europe, and beyond. His 90-day framework takes founders from "we're entering the US" to a repeatable sales motion—without the $2M mistake. Key Topics • The $2M mistake — A VP of Sales, two account executives, a marketing hire, an office, and conference travel. You're at $2M in under a year with nothing built and no pipeline. Fifty percent of Greater Gain Group's clients have already made this mistake before they call. • Don't hire salespeople (yet) — The tell that a founder is about to flame out: they say they're going to hire a sales team. Griffith's rule: build the sales motion before you build the team. A rep can't fly a plane that hasn't been designed. • The founder has to come — For companies under $50M, having a founder on the ground for early US conversations is the strategy. Hearing objections directly is how you convert from founder-led to team-led sales—the transition Greater Gain Group is built to facilitate. • Three to five segments, not one — Pick no fewer than three and no more than five market segments, understand the pain in each, and build an outreach engine that generates sales conversations—not leads. Leads have no value. • Paid pilots and MSA reality — US buyers do paid pilots. Free pilots signal low value and waste time. On contracts: insurance companies have ten times more lawyers than you. Know your non-negotiables, keep the list short, and don't let MSA rigidity keep you out of the market. • Price higher than you think — International companies consistently underprice the US market by 20–40%. Corporate budgets at US insurers are significantly larger than abroad. One client was surprised a health insurer's CTO had $475K of year-end budget left for a POC they'd hesitated to price. Notable Quotes "They hand you your laptop and say, go sell us some stuff. I learned a lot of hard lessons on how not to do things." "If you don't bring value, you're out. The US market is transactional. As much as I hate to say it." "A lead has no value. Build an outreach engine that generates sales conversations." "Your only competitor is the status quo. If you're getting into a feature-function-benefit argument, you've already lost." Resources Guest: • Greater Gain Group: https://www.greatergaingroup.com • Dan Griffith on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dangriffithsr/ Host & Organization: • Joshua R. Hollander on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuarhollander/ • Horton International (USA): https://www.horton-usa.com/ • Insurtech Leadership Podcast (LinkedIn Showcase): https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/insurtech-leadership-show Subscribe & Review If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe on your favorite platform and leave a review. The Insurtech Leadership Podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

There is a very loud version of entrepreneurship online right now: quit the job, burn the safety net, go all in, and figure it out later. I get the appeal. I also think that advice can get expensive very quickly, especially when the business has not been validated yet. Mike Shannon joins me to talk about the much messier, smarter side of starting a business. Mike has built multiple companies, appeared on Shark Tank, worked in AI, and wrote Sweaty Equity, a book about the unglamorous middle of entrepreneurship. His story is not the polished founder myth. It is Shark Tank one day, Chicago Bulls laundry room the next, then years of pivots, investor pressure, customer discovery, and learning how to actually build something that works. If you are a corporate professional, side hustler, first-time founder, or future entrepreneur wondering whether you should quit your job to start a business, this conversation is your reality check. We talk about why keeping your day job can create runway, why "build the thing, sell the thing" matters more than startup hype, and how to use messy action without blowing up your career stability. Inside this episode • Why quitting your job too early can create unnecessary founder pressure • How Mike Shannon went from Shark Tank with Mark Cuban to the Chicago Bulls laundry room • Why business validation matters more than investor validation • The simple startup framework: build the thing, sell the thing • How customer discovery helps you avoid forcing the wrong idea into the market • What Sweaty Equity reveals about the messy middle of entrepreneurship What's one "corporate game" rule you've learned the hard way?

What if the next five years of your career isn't defined by which AI you use, but by who you're working with?In this episode of KP Unpacked, KP Reddy and Nick unpack the quiet revolution happening in management consulting. OpenAI just launched a deployment company and acquired a consulting firm. Anthropic is backing enterprise AI consultancies. PE firms are partnering with AI-enabled consultants and offering equity instead of hourly fees. The result? Three tiers of value capture emerging: billable hours (worst talent), risk-based fees (middle tier), and equity models (where the best people go). If you're still getting paid by the hour to do AI transformation work, you're in the bottom tier.But the deeper insight is about career trajectory. KP argues the next five years aren't defined by how good your Claude skills are. They're defined by who you're sitting next to. Are you in a firm where Opus 4.8 launching makes everyone's Slack light up with memes and excitement? Or are you somewhere people still think AI is a threat? The gap between those two environments is the gap between relevance and obsolescence. The conversation also unpacks skills files as potentially employee-owned IP (not company-owned), why structural engineers still double-check software calculations in Excel despite working for billion-dollar firms, and why Zero's training program spends two-thirds of its time on mental models and thinking frameworks, not AI mechanics.Key questions answered:Why are OpenAI and Anthropic launching consulting practices and partnering with PE firms?What are the three tiers of value capture in AI consulting (billable hours, risk fees, equity)?Where does the best consulting talent go: hourly billing or equity models?Do you own your skills files, or does your company?Should companies make employees sign IP agreements for marketing coordinators building AI workflows?Why do structural engineers still double-check software calculations in Excel?What's Zero's training curriculum focused on: AI tools or thinking frameworks?Why does ambition and optimism matter more than technical AI skill?How should you choose between working at a forward-leaning AI firm versus a traditional one?What happens when Opus 4.8 launches: does your team's Slack light up or stay silent?Why would you sell a $250M/year AI consulting firm when you're banking $50M annually?What's Ramp tracking now: token spend by industry?If you're deciding between firms based on AI adoption, wondering whether your skills files are actually your IP, or trying to figure out whether billable hours still work in an AI-enabled consulting world, this episode will make you realize the technology matters less than the ambition and optimism of the people around you.Listen now.

A misconception about the RIA model is that certain investment solutions such as variable annuities and alternatives (alts), are unavailable for client use.That is incorrect.Regarding variable annuities, you can generally continue using new products going forward while also accommodating your existing legacy positions.It's a matter of understanding how the options work, the logistics involved, and which solution providers to use.In this episode (#149) of the Transition To RIA question & answer series, I explain how you can use variable annuities in the RIA model.Come take a listen!P.S. Prefer video? You can find this entire series in video format on Youtube. Search for the TRANSITION TO RIA channel.Show notes: https://TransitionToRIA.com/can-i-use-variable-annuities-in-the-ria-model/About Host: Brad Wales is the founder of Transition To RIA, where he helps financial advisors between $50M and $1B understand everything there is to know about WHY and HOW to transition their practice to the Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) model. Brad has 20+ years of industry experience, including direct RIA related roles in Compliance, Finance and Business Development. He has an MBA and has held the 4, 7, 24, 63 & 65 licenses. The Transition To RIA website (TransitionToRIA.com) has a large catalog of free videos, articles, whitepapers, as well as other resources to help advisors understand the RIA model and how it would apply to their unique circumstances.

Manifestation begins the moment you remember the truth of who you are through the "I AM" — because everything after "I am" is shaping your reality, whether you realize it or not. In this episode of The Manifested Podcast, KCB dives into consciousness, identity, and self-concept, and how your outer world is simply a reflection of the beliefs you've been carrying within. When you step into radical self-awareness, you gain the power to release old conditioning and consciously reinvent yourself at the core. There's a version of you already living the life you want. Manifest LA is your invitation to stop waiting and start becoming. Get your ticket here: https://hubs.li/Q04fZsny0   Your expansion starts here: https://hubs.ly/Q03NXHlV0 I built a $50M business and you can too → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/liveevent Manifest your first MILLION now → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/millionaire/     Subscribe To The Manifested Podcast With Kathleen Cameron: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Kathleen Cameron: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | TikTok | Kathleencameronofficial.com Unlock Your Dreams with House of ManifestationA community where you take control of your destiny, manifest your desires, and create a life filled with abundance and purpose? Look no further than the House of Manifestation, where your transformation begins: https://houseofmanifestation.com/ About Kathleen Cameron: Kathleen Cameron, Chief Wealth Creator, 8-figure entrepreneur, and record-breaking author. In just 2 years, she built a 20 million-dollar business and continues to share her knowledge and expertise with all of whom she connects with.  With her determination, unwavering faith, and powers of manifestation, she has helped over 100,000 people attract more love, money, and success into their lives. Her innovative approaches to Manifestation and utilizing the Laws of Attraction have led to the creation of one of the top global success networks, Diamond Academy Coaching. Thousands of students have been able to experience quantum growth. The force behind her magnetic field has catapulted many students into a life beyond their wildest dreams and she is just getting started. Kathleen helps others step into their true potential and become the best version of themselves with their goals met. Kathleen graduated with two undergraduate degrees from the University of Windsor and the University of Toronto with a master's degree in nursing leadership. Her book, "Becoming The One", published by Hasmark Publishing, launched in August 2021 became an International Best Seller in five countries on the first day.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact

What does entrepreneurship really look like behind the scenes when you're balancing business, motherhood, leadership, and the pressure of constantly building?In this episode, Morgan Zanotti, co-founder of Primal Kitchen and founder of WAAY Protein, joins Shelby for a raw and honest conversation about scaling brands, founder anxiety, motherhood, marketing, and building businesses that genuinely connect with people.Morgan shares the behind-the-scenes story of helping grow Primal Kitchen from an early-stage startup into one of the leading wellness brands in the industry. She opens up about scaling fast, leading teams, navigating the challenges of the food and beverage industry, and what it was like balancing entrepreneurship while raising three kids.The episode also dives into the launch of WAAY Protein and how Morgan identified a major gap in the market for clean, convenient, great-tasting protein options designed for busy women and moms trying to prioritize their health while juggling life and work.Shelby and Morgan discuss:Founder anxiety and emotional overwhelmThe reality of entrepreneurshipScaling a product-based businessMarketing strategies that actually workInfluencer partnerships and brand growthLeadership and hiring lessonsBalancing motherhood and ambitionAdvice for women building brands and businessesThis conversation is relatable, inspiring, and packed with honest insights for entrepreneurs, creators, business owners, and ambitious women trying to build something meaningful while managing real life at the same time.About guest:Meet Morgan Zanotti — founder of WAAY, the sparkling protein water changing the wellness game with 10g of protein, 45 calories, and 0g sugar. Before launching WAAY, Morgan co-founded and led Primal Kitchen, helping grow the brand to $50M in revenue before its $200M acquisition by Kraft-Heinz. From accountant to surfer to wellness entrepreneur, Morgan has built her career around challenging the norm and making healthy living feel less restrictive and a lot more fun. Her mission? Proving that wellness doesn't have to be boring and that more protein, more joy, and more fun is actually the point.Connect with the guest: https://www.instagram.com/morganzanotti/https://www.instagram.com/drinkwaay/https://www.instagram.com/primalkitchenfoods/Connect with Shelby Clement:Website: https://www.shelbyclementmarketing.com/Shop my favorites:http://go.shopmy.us/join/itsshelbyclementGet 20% off on NUUDS https://www.nuuds.com/collections/new-womens?snowball=SHELBY12969Follow on Socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shelbydclementLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shelby-dimiceli-clement-a9497049TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsshelbyclementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsshelbyclement/If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend and leave a review, it means the world to me :)

Jonathan Hunt (VP of HubSpot Media) joins Matt and Kolby to talk about how HubSpot built a 50M-reach owned-media network, the four-part test they run on every acquisition (Hustle, Mindstream, Starter Story, Futurepedia), and why they killed every audio-only podcast on the network.Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 03:33 Why HubSpot Buys Media Companies 04:45 What HubSpot Media Actually Is (65 People, 3 Pillars) 07:15 The Editorial Thesis Behind Every Acquisition 12:26 The HubSpot Acquisition Test: 4 Criteria 14:53 Inside HubSpot's 150-Creator Program 22:24 Co-Creating Brands With Creators 25:06 Why HubSpot Went YouTube First 30:41 The Ad Fatigue Problem (And How They Solved It) 33:01 Scott Galloway and the Native Lead Magnet Play 36:15 How HubSpot Reinvests Profits Into Growth 39:46 Minority Report-Level Attribution 42:00 Why HubSpot Killed Audio-Only Podcasts 43:12 Reactions: Puck, TBPN, Sherwood, A16Z 51:31 Why HubSpot Won't Launch a Net-New Live Show 53:47 Where to Find Jonathan

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Guest: Tony Vincent — Owner, Ultimate Roofing | Ultimate Properties | Ultimate Tree Service | Ultimate Equipment Rentals Guest Links: Website: https://getultimateroofing.com | Facebook: Ultimate Roofing WVTony Vincent runs four businesses out of West Virginia and has built Ultimate Roofing into a $20 million operation with 100+ employees across 5 states, while quietly stacking $9 million in heavy equipment and 70 rental properties on the side. In this episode, he ranks the most lucrative home service industries for 2026, breaks down why he stopped chasing top-line revenue at 16% net, and pulls back the curtain on the systems that let him manage 100 people without losing his mind. The conversation also dives into the financing playbook that gets him to 90% financed jobs, why blown-in insulation and gutter guards are the secret weapons for landing premium roofs, and how a single $1 door hanger incentive turns laborers into canvassers.You'll learn:Tony's ranked list of the most lucrative home service businesses for 2026Why tree service has 75-80% GP and is one of the best businesses to add to roofingThe "less saturated = more lucrative" rule for picking your next tradeWhy he killed the fencing offshoot after 100 jobsThe 5-or-6-manager hierarchy that lets him run 100 employees from a distanceWhy titles motivate people more than monetary compensationThe low-base, high-KPI compensation structure used on every single employeeHow a $1 per door hanger incentive generates real referral jobsWhy he stopped chasing $50M revenue and dialed in at $20M with 16% netThe "control the supply chain" rule that drove his decision to drop fencing, gutters, soffit, fascia, doorsWhy his ad spend is $80K on Google for roofing vs $1K for equipment rentalsHow to use Service Finance for 90% financed jobs (and why Foundation is the wrong primary)The "what's your budget look like?" frame that closes more roofs like car salesWhy blown-in insulation and gutter guards at zero margin land $25K roofsThe 55% close rate that comes from giving away promotional itemsWhy most contractors should be financing every job over $10,000How his real estate portfolio (70 properties) became his retirement plan after stocks

KSR's David Green and Cory Mais on New York retail leasing, why Brooklyn is where the smart money is going, building a team, and why you should never send the ChatGPT email. The Crexi Podcast connects commercial real estate (CRE) professionals with industry insights built for smart decision-making. In each episode, we explore the latest trends, innovations and opportunities shaping commercial real estate, because we believe knowledge should move at the speed of ambition and every conversation should empower professionals to act with greater clarity and confidence.   David Green has leased more than a million square feet of retail space across the New York Metro Area since 2015. Cory Mais joined his team less than a year ago and is already on pace to close 25 deals in his first year. In this episode, they join host Shanti Ryle on what is driving New York retail, why Brooklyn is the market to watch, how David thinks about building a team, and why the best brokers know exactly when not to use AI. Welcome to The Crexi Podcast Introducing David Green and Cory Mais of KSR David's origin story: a summer internship that never ended How KSR grew from 10 brokers to 150 since 2015 From chasing deals to building relationships COVID as the turning point: getting the deal done wasn't enough Cory's background and the cold call that got him hired The week of harassment that became a litmus test for hustle Why New York City is the world's greatest and biggest mall Neighborhoods that got stronger post-COVID: East Village, Upper West Side Why David is most bullish on Brooklyn right now Building a team: culture over resume "If you need to pay rent next month, this is not the right job for you" Ego, accountability, and what David looks for in a new hire Hardest part of year one: time kills deals Easiest surprise: how fast a hot tenant can sign and close West Village on a Wednesday looks like a weekend Green Point: the market David is most focused on right now Landlord-tenant equilibrium, transparency, and smart tenants in 2026 The best deals are when nobody is fully happy What national tenants get wrong about New York City Food and beverage: alcohol down, health and wellness up Pilates is on fire:  five leases out with five new concepts Frozen yogurt is back and nobody saw it coming TI, free rent, and when landlords open checkbooks The 7th Street Burger story: a pandemic listing that became 30 locations AI in retail leasing: marketing and data yes, sourcing no How to spot a ChatGPT email,  and why sending it will cost you Technology that works: lead generation and online presence Cory's LinkedIn strategy and why David lets him handle it Authenticity is the competitive advantage when everyone else goes AI Rapid fire: $50M goes to Brooklyn retail Worst advice: avoid bad news  Pick a lane and go all in; brokers aren't going anywhere   About David Green: David Green is the Executive Managing Director of Retail Leasing at KSR, where he has been a driving force since joining the firm in 2015. Over the course of his career, David has leased more than 1,000,000 square feet of retail space across the New York Metropolitan Area. He brings deep expertise in representing both landlords and tenants, working with national brands including Cotton On, Calzedonia, Intimissimi, Luckin Coffee, and 7th Street Burger, as well as prominent property owners including Ashkenazy Acquisitions, Icon Realty Management, The Moinian Group, Crown Acquisitions, and others. David holds a B.A. in Urban Studies from Hunter College and has been recognized industry-wide, earning accolades including Commercial Observer's 30 Under 30 in 2022, and CREXI Platinum Award in 2022, 2023, and 2024. About Cory Mais: Cory Mais started his career in business brokering, closing several notable deals including a 150-key hotel in Albany and a 20-unit apartment building in Pennsylvania. He transitioned into retail leasing last June and has hit the ground running, already on pace to close 25 deals in his first year. He closed his first deal within his first month, a vintage store relocating to New York, and has not slowed down since. Now working under David Green, Cory is focused on continuing to learn, build relationships, and grow his presence in the retail leasing world. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexi About Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

Identity transformation begins when you stop simply learning and start embodying the version of yourself you truly desire to become. In this episode, KCB shares how self-concept, manifestation, mindset shifts, and healing your inner dialogue can completely change your reality, relationships, confidence, abundance, and the way you experience life.   There's a version of you already living the life you want. Manifest LA is your invitation to stop waiting and start becoming. Get your ticket here: https://hubs.li/Q04fZsny0   Your expansion starts here: https://hubs.ly/Q03NXHlV0 I built a $50M business and you can too → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/liveevent Manifest your first MILLION now → https://kathleencameronofficial.com/millionaire/     Subscribe To The Manifested Podcast With Kathleen Cameron: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Kathleen Cameron: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | TikTok | Kathleencameronofficial.com Unlock Your Dreams with House of ManifestationA community where you take control of your destiny, manifest your desires, and create a life filled with abundance and purpose? Look no further than the House of Manifestation, where your transformation begins: https://houseofmanifestation.com/ About Kathleen Cameron: Kathleen Cameron, Chief Wealth Creator, 8-figure entrepreneur, and record-breaking author. In just 2 years, she built a 20 million-dollar business and continues to share her knowledge and expertise with all of whom she connects with.  With her determination, unwavering faith, and powers of manifestation, she has helped over 100,000 people attract more love, money, and success into their lives. Her innovative approaches to Manifestation and utilizing the Laws of Attraction have led to the creation of one of the top global success networks, Diamond Academy Coaching. Thousands of students have been able to experience quantum growth. The force behind her magnetic field has catapulted many students into a life beyond their wildest dreams and she is just getting started. Kathleen helps others step into their true potential and become the best version of themselves with their goals met. Kathleen graduated with two undergraduate degrees from the University of Windsor and the University of Toronto with a master's degree in nursing leadership. Her book, "Becoming The One", published by Hasmark Publishing, launched in August 2021 became an International Best Seller in five countries on the first day.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact

In this episode of Think Millions, Dr. Alexa D'Agostino sits down with entrepreneur, strategist, and world traveler Jermane Cheathem to break down how he built a business that generated over $50M in deals while living in 40+ countries and working less than 4 hours a day.Instead of chasing cold leads, grinding endless hours, or building a business that consumes his life, Jermaine built a completely different model:One based on leverage, strategic partnerships, psychology, and freedom.This conversation challenges traditional thinking around entrepreneurship, sales, wealth, and success itself.If you've ever wondered whether it's possible to build a high-income business without sacrificing your life, this episode will completely shift your perspective.Key Parts of the Conversation:04:28 – Alexa and Jermane discuss how affiliate-style partnerships can replace exhausting sales cycles.08:27 – A practical breakdown using a weight loss coaching example anyone can apply.10:46 – Alexa shares her perspective on trust, cold audiences, and why warm partnerships convert better.11:45 – Jermane explains how to reduce dependency and continually expand strategic relationships.13:57 – One of the most powerful moments of the episode:Success is not about money, it's about waking up excited for your life.15:47 – A conversation about impact, fulfillment, peace, and why the wealthiest people rarely obsess over money.17:47 – A surprising answer after living in over 40 countries.18:25 – How entrepreneurs can stop trading time for money and build businesses designed for life.Great Quotes From The Podcast:“Life is short. Build businesses that run without you.” — Jermane Cheathem“If I'm building a business, it should buy back my freedom before I die.” — Jermaine Cheathem“Never sell to who you're actually trying to sell to. Sell to the partners.” — Jermane Cheathem“The internet complicated sales because there's no trust.” — Dr. Alexa D'Agostino“Psychology doesn't change from continent to continent.” — Jermane Cheathem“The richest people in the room didn't want to talk about wealth. They wanted to talk about impact.” — Dr. Alexa D'Agostino“You realize the boat, the house, the yacht… none of those things were actually what you were chasing.” — Jermane Cheathem“Success is waking up excited about your life.” — Jermane Cheathem“Work smarter, don't work harder.” — Dr. Alexa D'Agostino“If he could do it, you could do it.” — Dr. Alexa D'AgostinoResourcesAll Episodes: Think Millions PodcastQuestions or Comments: support@thynkconsultinggroup.comAlexa's Instagram: @dralexadagostinoAlexa's Website: AlexaD'Agostino.comBook a Discovery Call with Alexa: Discovery CallThynkFuel Agency: ThynkFuelMedia.com

Jonathan Frank is a Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) and commercial finance executive with over eight years of experience helping mid-market companies deploy capital for growth while protecting liquidity. As Vice President of Sales at Alliance Funding Group, he built and scaled a commercial finance team from a single contributor into a multi-rep unit responsible for driving more than $100M in originations across diverse industries. He works closely with CFOs, operators, and business owners to structure $500K to $50M financing solutions for critical capital expenditures, equipment, and technology investments. Known for bringing speed, certainty, and structure to complex deals, Jonathan is actively involved in strategy, underwriting alignment, and execution to ensure solutions fit real-world cash flow needs. He also served on the Board of Directors for Elite OC, helping grow membership by over 65% during his tenure. During the show we discuss: Why equipment financing is one of the smartest ways to scale without draining cash How to structure large financing deals while protecting liquidity The key differences between leasing vs. owning assets—and when to use each How top lenders bring speed, certainty, and flexibility to complex transactions What it takes to secure funding for high-ticket equipment and tech investments How to align financing with real-world cash flow and operational needs Insider strategies for layering capital to support mid-market growth How experienced finance teams turn capital expenditures into growth engines Resources: https://afg.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanfrankclfp/ 

10 years I put everything on the line to buy two auto repair franchises Today my company does over $50M/year across 36 shops I'm relaunching this podcast for one person: Me 10 years ago. I remember driving into work every morning at 6:30am wanting a podcast that'd give me tactics, strategies and stories to get 1% better that dayExpect new episodes daily Monday to Friday.  Send me a textDownload my FREE 8-Figure PlaybookThis playbook walks through the exact process I used to build from $0 in 2016 to $50M+/year today across multiple franchise brandsGrab it here: https://brianbeers.kit.com/b79cf77012Let's connect:Find me on X InstagramLinkedInYouTube

Tom Dunkel is a battle-tested entrepreneur with nearly 30 years of experience building, scaling—and failing in—business. He's built two 8-figure companies, crashed six, and raised over $50M across multiple asset classes. Tom has spent the last 30 years in finance, investing & real estate   Get Tom's Free Book Here:  https://funnel.eaglecapitalinvestments.com/opt-in-ebook-page   0.00:    Tom's background and becoming a deal maker 6.00:    Importance of a niche business 12.00:  Wisdom learned from "failure's" 17.00:  Utilizing the "Empire of One" 24.00: Freedom from living below your means 28.00:  How do you get rich? 34.00:  Conversation with your kids about their careers 41.00:  Importance to nurture relationships for men 44.00:  Where Tom sees opportunity for investment (and true diversification) 48.00:  Private lending and due diligence before investing 53.00:  Partnerships   Until next time, love and good vibes.  Podcast Website: https://enterthelionheart.com/ Check out the latest episode here: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-the-lionheart/id1554904704 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tD7VvMUvnOgChoNYShbcI

Spencer Vickers began his career at Invesco Real Estate, working across industrial, retail, and multifamily assets on their U.S. platform. He then moved into healthcare real estate acquisitions and development for a group in Dallas before serving as senior analyst at D.R. Horton's multifamily platform in Central Florida. In June 2024, Spencer founded The Fractional Analyst to give independent syndicators and fund managers access to institutional-grade back office support, deal analysis, and investor reporting systems without the overhead of a full-time hire. His team serves clients ranging from individual operators to groups with up to $2 billion in assets under management.     Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here.     Key Takeaways Build back office systems before you need them Use financial modeling to tell a clear deal story, not just present numbers Analyze new supply and absorption trends alongside any target acquisition Source market data from county permits, active brokers, and AI tools Avoid assuming that what got you to your current level will carry you to the next     Topics The Institutional Gap in Real Estate Large operators have dedicated analyst, transaction, and debt teams that most independent operators cannot afford The Fractional Analyst fills that gap by building back office systems, financial models, and investor relations infrastructure for smaller operators What Back Office Support Actually Covers Back office work includes lender reporting, investor distributions, subscription documents, and K-1 management Platforms like Cash Flow Portal and Juniper Square automate much of this, but still require setup, data validation, and ongoing upkeep Financial Modeling and Deal Presentation Many models lack formatting, clarity, and readability, making them difficult to audit or present Spencer's team cleans up models and builds pitch decks that make the deal story easy to communicate to lenders and investors Underwriting With Market Context New supply and absorption trends must be analyzed alongside any target acquisition to properly frame risk A 97% occupied deal can still carry significant risk if thousands of competing units are coming online in the same submarket Finding Market Data County permit records reveal planned new construction in any given area Active local brokers typically already have this data and are motivated to share it AI tools are increasingly useful for pulling and presenting market data, but all outputs require verification before use Who Is a Good Fit for The Fractional Analyst Ideal clients have $50M to $250M in assets under management and are actively looking to scale Operators who are not yet acquiring deals or are unwilling to do the required work are not a strong match Scaling From Syndications to Funds Spencer's team reviewed fund formation documents for a client with over 300 individual syndications preparing to launch his first fund They flagged legal risk items so the client could address them directly with his attorney    

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