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Gill Valerio reveals how he turned a $10K investment into $8.5M by building and exiting a successful marketing agency. In this brutally honest and value-packed conversation with Brad Lea, they dive deep into mindset, accountability, entrepreneurship, AI, and the real difference between agencies that grow and those that stagnate. If you're tired of excuses and ready to build something real — this one's for you. Gill's links https://www.instagram.com/officialgillvalerio/ https://joinlimitlessagency.com
(3:00) Ousmane Kromah thoughts(5:00) Will Tommy be a "point guard" or "shooting guard"(9:00) Who will last the longest at FSU?(14:00) Generating Discussion sparked by Cummins(26:00) How to budget $20.5M(38:00) Who's on a post-2005 era FSU Mt Rushmore(41:00) A world where Howser relocates to IM FieldsMusic: Motion City Soundtrack - She Is Afraidvitaminenergy.com | Shake it and take it!
(3:00) Ousmane Kromah thoughts(5:00) Will Tommy be a "point guard" or "shooting guard"(9:00) Who will last the longest at FSU?(14:00) Generating Discussion sparked by Cummins(26:00) How to budget $20.5M(38:00) Who's on a post-2005 era FSU Mt Rushmore(41:00) A world where Howser relocates to IM FieldsMusic: Motion City Soundtrack - She Is Afraidvitaminenergy.com | Shake it and take it!
Welcome back! You're listening to the "Breaking Social Norms" podcast with the Weishaupts! Today we're breaking down MORE symbolism from the 2021 Travis Scott Astroworld concert tragedy- we'll be talking about a recent photo shoot with Michele Lamy & Rick Owens which ties into Dark Enlightenment philosopher Gilles Deleuze and Marina Abramovic, some SHOCKING findings on the new Netflix documentary "Trainwreck: The Astroworld Tragedy", a 4.5M dollar contract Travis Scott had with Apple to finish the concert, symbolism from the concert that connects to Kanye West's DONDA concert and the red pill daddy himself James Shelby Downard's King Kill 33 reveals the meaning behind the mass casualty event.Get the FULL SHOW AD-FREE with early access on Patreon.com/BreakingSocialNorms and Apple Podcast Premium!LINKS to Isaac's podcast series on Travis Scott: Part 1: Astroworld Concert- Blood Sacrifice Conspiracy Theory & Travis Scott: https://illuminatiwatcher.com/astroworld-concert-blood-sacrifice-conspiracy-theory-travis-scott/Part 2: Astroworld Pt 2- Hell on Earth, Illuminati Black Magick & Travis Scott's Demons: https://illuminatiwatcher.com/astroworld-pt-2-hell-on-earth-illuminati-black-magick-travis-scotts-demons/Part 3: AstroWorld Pt 3: My Apology to Travis Scott, Concert Symbolism, Luciferianism, CERN & Pearl Jam: https://illuminatiwatcher.com/astroworld-pt-3-my-apology-to-travis-scott-concert-symbolism-luciferianism-cern-pearl-jam/Astroworld Pt 4- Travis Scott's Apology with Charlamagne and 2019 Netflix Documentary https://illuminatiwatcher.com/astroworld-pt-4-travis-scotts-apology-with-charlamagne-and-2019-netflix-documentary/Travis Scott UTOPIA: Occult Symbolism of Alchemy, Astroworld, Egyptian Gods & Magick! https://illuminatiwatcher.com/travis-scott-utopia-occult-symbolism-of-alchemy-astroworld-egyptian-gods-magick/You can now sign up for our commercial-free version of the show with a Patreon exclusive bonus show called “Morning Coffee w/ the Weishaupts” at Patreon.com/BreakingSocialNorms OR subscribe on the Apple Podcasts app to get all the same bonus “Morning Coffee” episodes AD-FREE with early access! (*Patreon is also NOW enabled to connect with Spotify! https://rb.gy/r34zj)Want more?…Index of all previous episodes on free feed: https://breakingsocialnorms.com/2021/03/22/index-of-archived-episodes/Leave a review or rating wherever you listen and we'll see what you've got to say!Follow us on the socials:instagram.com/theweishaupts2/Amazon Affiliate shop (*still under construction) with our favorite hair, skin care and horny books: https://breakingsocialnorms.com/2024/08/24/amazon-shopping-list-josie-and-isaacs-list/Check out Isaac's conspiracy podcasts, merch, etc:AllMyLinks.com/IsaacWOccult Symbolism and Pop Culture (on all podcast platforms or IlluminatiWatcher.com)Isaac Weishaupt's book are all on Amazon and Audible; *author narrated audiobooks*STATEMENT: This show is full of Isaac's and Josie's useless opinions and presented for entertainment purposes. Audio clips used in Fair Use and taken from YouTube videos.
In another lively episode of The Chad and Cheese Podcast, hosts Joel Cheesman, Chad Sowash, and J.T. O'Donnell blend humor with industry insights. The show tackles a grim industry shake-up: CareerBuilder and Monster's job board business is being sold to JobGet amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy. JobGet's gobbling distressed assets like Snagajob, but Chad questions the strategy, as these “misfit toys” boost revenue without growth. Unsecured creditors, like Jobverse ($2.7M) and TextKernel ($2.2M), are owed $25.5M and may see little, while Apollo's insulated. J.T. urges job boards to innovate or perish. Dice's layoffs (100+ in sales and engineering) reflect a revenue plunge (Q4 2024 down 14%, Q1 2025 down 18%). Chad blames Dice's failure to evolve, stuck in an innovator's dilemma like Monster. Automation shines (kinda): Tesla's Austin robotaxi launch ($4.20/ride) had hiccups, while Walmart's robots unload trucks at 580 boxes/hour, easing grueling jobs. Yet, displaced workers face risks, and new remote roles could fuel infinite workday burnout. A YouTuber's In-N-Out lawsuit underscores brand risks, emphasizing HR's need to adapt with quality-focused, streamlined talent management in a turbulent market.
What’s Trending: Seattle is trying to ban algorithmic rent-setting, but what is it and what does it mean? Cynthia Gonzalez, the Vice Mayor of Cudahay, CA. Calls out local gang members to stand up against ICE. According to a new report by Carfax, almost half a million WA drivers have expired tabs. // Big Local: Bellingham OK’s ordinances prohibiting landlords from charging “junk fees”, but what are “junk fees” and what constitutes as excessive? The City of Spokane council is considering stronger labor requirements for city projects of $5M or above. And one local official is trying to ban strong alcoholic beverages in Tri-Cities. // You Pick the Topic: Podcaster Joe Rogan is in the news for a couple of reasons, Jason breaks it all down.
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Stephen Petasky is the founder and CEO of The Luxus Group, a hospitality and development firm specializing in luxury vacation homes, global restorations, and high-end resort communities. Over nearly two decades, he's raised more than $100 million, facilitated 20,000 vacations, and partnered with brands like Four Seasons to deliver premium lifestyle experiences through real estate. His business journey spans from fractional home ownership to international development, all driven by a passion for design, family travel, and scalability. Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here. Key Takeaways Stephen started Luxus by solving his own problem—traveling with young kids—and turned that into a $100M global vacation home portfolio. Raising capital gets easier when the investment includes a dual purpose, like lifestyle use alongside financial return. Scaling a business requires building it “back to front”—start with the exit goal, then reverse engineer every step. Real estate and development success takes patience; some ventures took 7–10+ years to turn profitable. Subject matter expertise becomes a valuable asset after years of refinement, leading to higher-impact, lower-risk projects. Topics How a Personal Travel Need Became a Syndicated Real Estate Venture Started Luxus to create a family-friendly alternative to hotels or inconsistent vacation rentals. Solved the problem of predictability, comfort, and flexibility by imagining ownership of 30 homes—then invited others to co-invest. Raised $3.5M to purchase three homes; word-of-mouth demand led to $100M+ raised and 50 properties acquired. Dual-Purpose Investing: Lifestyle + Returns Investors received lifestyle benefits—discounted nightly rates—alongside capital preservation. These vacation privileges created real financial savings, boosting total return beyond simple IRR metrics. Stephen compares the model to a “golf club that sells at the end”—with liquidity and upside built in. How to Make Raising Capital Easier Dual-purpose investments or vendor-aligned capital (e.g., landowners or contractors investing) make raises more compelling. Giving investors experiential or operational upside increases buy-in—even when the financial returns are moderate. Partnerships built on aligned interests are more resilient over time. Scaling With Clarity and Hindsight Luxus' new business model was built “back to front,” starting with a $100M valuation target and working backward to day one. Planning for bottlenecks—legal, financial, tech, or operational—can reduce future breakdowns. AI tools now help model scalable pathways and highlight structural weak points before launch. New Ventures: Management, Development, and Restorations Luxus now manages luxury short-term rentals it doesn't own, applying hotel-like service and strategy. Stephen is a core partner in the Four Seasons Private Residences Las Vegas ($1.3B sellout). The company also restores centuries-old Tuscan estates for North American and European clients—12 years in, with a waitlist.
Jeremy Horowitz is the Managing Partner of Because Ventures and the creator of Let's Buy a Biz!, a media brand and private equity-backed content engine built to make ecommerce M&A more transparent, data-driven, and founder-friendly. Because Ventures is a private equity search fund focused on acquiring and scaling Shopify brands and apps, while Let's Buy a Biz! documents what it actually takes to grow Top 1% ecommerce businesses.Before launching either venture, Jeremy worked across every layer of the Shopify ecosystem from scaling high-growth DTC brands like Lumi, to leading growth at top-performing Shopify apps like Gorgias. His on-the-ground experience gave him a front-row seat to what really drives retention, profit, and valuation. Now, through Because Ventures, Jeremy applies that knowledge to acquire and operate ecommerce businesses with sustainable margins and focused stacks.Whether debunking the myth that “every brand needs subscriptions,” tracking the 84% adoption rate of email/SMS across $1M+ stores, or predicting which app categories will consolidate over the next five years, Jeremy brings a deep analytical lens to ecommerce strategy. He shares insights from crawling 103,000 Shopify stores, explains why most loyalty programs fail, and urges founders to simplify their tech stack before adding complexity. His story is a masterclass in using real data, not hype to guide business decisions.In This Conversation We Discuss: [00:40] Intro[00:55] Scaling DTC brands to eight figures[02:03] Expanding beyond Shopify Plus assumptions[04:18] Filtering out inactive and duplicate stores[05:05] Highlighting the top 10 most used apps[09:08] Focusing on what actually drives growth[10:56] Comparing native vs third-party app adoption[12:23] Spotting analytics as a breakout category[14:11] Explaining why real CRO starts at $5M+[16:49] Spotting support as an underused category[18:29] Unpacking the subscription model myth[22:47] Auditing app stacks to save thousandsResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeEcommerce Social Impact Fund because.ventures/index.htmlInsider analysis of the largest Ecommerce brands' financials letsbuyabiz.xyz/Follow Jeremy Horowitz linkedin.com/in/jeremyhorowitz1If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!
In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast, Brenton Ward is joined by Jamie Johns and Ed Chan to unpack how structured scheduling transforms firm performance. From booking client work in advance to using calendars as strategic tools, the trio explores practical systems used in both tax and bookkeeping divisions. You'll learn why the most successful firm owners plan weeks ahead, how workflows link to sales pipelines and capacity, and how tools like WizeGPS help create growth plans that actually work. If your firm's still reacting instead of planning, this one's for you.________________ PS: Whenever you're ready… here are the fastest 4 ways we can help you fix and grow your accounting firm: 1. Take the Wize Accountants Scale Scorecard – Find out your potential to scale and the next steps you should follow – Start Your Scorecard 2. Download our famous Wize Freedom Strategy Map for FREE - Find out the 96 projects every firm owner must implement to build a $5M+ firm that can run without them - Download here 2. Need to Hire right now? Book a 1:1 FREE discovery call with our WizeTalent hiring coaches to help find your next team member the Wize Way – Click Here 4. Book a 1:1 Wize Discovery Session – Spend 30mins with our Wize CEO, Jamie Johns, a $7M firm owner who is ready to give you his entire business plan to build a firm that can run without you – Find out more here
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticBecome A Patron Of The Notorious Mass Effect Podcast For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme! Join Our Patreon Here: https://ow.ly/oPsc50VBOuHJoin Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect for a deep dive into the Nintendo Switch 2's record-breaking launch on June 5, 2025, selling 3.5M units globally in four days. Explore Japan's 1.1M sales, surpassing Xbox Series X/S lifetime figures, and the dominance of first-party titles like Mario Kart World. Analytic Dreamz analyzes third-party struggles, game-key card controversies, and Nintendo's 7.1% stock surge, unpacking why this console's debut marks a historic milestone despite tariff challenges and third-party setbacks. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Buckle up for an eye-opening episode where Jaryd Krause is joined by powerhouse entrepreneur and investor Justin Williams—a man who’s navigated everything from crippling six-figure debt to building and selling a multimillion-dollar business. Justin’s journey is far from ordinary. After dropping out of college, he and his wife, Tara, left their careers to pursue financial freedom. Their first business left them $120,000 in debt, living in a shared house with a newborn. Instead of quitting, they shifted to real estate, flipping over 100 houses a year and launching House Flipping HQ, a real estate education company that helped thousands succeed. Justin revealed how he sold his real estate education business for over $3.5 million—covering the why, when, and how. They dive into the unconventional yet strategic deal structure when selling to an operator already in the business. Then he delved into wealth building through business and real estate. Justin explains if he’d buy an online business, how he’d finance it, and the math behind buying a $2M business, hiring an operator, and earning $300K net profit annually without running it himself. Gain insights on: ✔️ When is the right time to sell your business?✔️ The differences between investing in real estate vs. digital businesses✔️ How to build sustainable wealth without burning out✔️ And most powerfully—how Justin got through the lowest points of his journey. If you're looking for real talk about business, money, mindset, and freedom, this is the episode for you. Don’t miss this raw, high-energy conversation that’s packed with strategy, real numbers, and heart. Whether you're planning your first acquisition, prepping for a sale, or just needing motivation to keep pushing, this one will hit home. Episode Highlights 03:00 – The journey to selling a $3.5M+ online business and lessons learned 08:20 – Using SBA loans to buy businesses vs. buying without them – pros, cons, and examples 10:50 – Buying businesses you don’t operate: how Justin makes it work and what to look for 17:35 – How Justin handled $120K in debt and overcame early financial struggles 23:40 – Managing expectations: The reality behind case studies and quick success stories 28:20 – Balancing ambition with lifestyle: Prioritizing family, health, and business growth 38:50 – Building habits and mentality for consistent progress versus just grinding Key Takeaways ➥ Everyone’s journey is different—don’t let case studies make you feel behind. ➥ Selling his $3.5M business was a strategic move to gain freedom and shift into a new season of life. ➥ A clean, simple business model and solid financials were critical in structuring a successful sale. ➥ SBA loans can be powerful tools for acquiring businesses, but creative financing is often just as effective. ➥ You don’t always have to operate the businesses you buy—systems, leadership, and delegation are key. ➥ Real estate offers stability while business offers higher returns—knowing when to lean into each is crucial. ➥ Long-term vision and emotional resilience helped Justin overcome $120K in debt and build real wealth. About Justin Williams Justin Williams dropped out of college with a bold vision, convincing his wife, Tara, to leave her teaching job so they could start their first business. But their million-dollar dream quickly turned into a $120,000 debt nightmare. Determined to turn things around, they hustled out of debt and pivoted to real estate, eventually flipping 100 houses a year. Their success led them to launch House Flipping HQ, helping others build thriving real estate businesses. After selling the company, they took time off to focus on investments and new ventures.Now, as the founders of Millionaire University, their mission is simple: help people "graduate rich, NOT broke." With over 600,000 monthly podcast downloads, MU is transforming how entrepreneurs learn, grow businesses, and create wealth. Connect with Justin Williams ➥ https://www.millionaireuniversity.com/ Resource Links ➥ Sell your business to us here - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com/sell-your-business/ ➥ Buying Online Businesses Website - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com ➥ Download the Due Diligence Framework - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com/freeresources/ ➥ Google Ads Service - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com/ads-services/ ➥ Connect with Jaryd here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarydkrause ➥ Hostinger (Website Hosting) - https://bit.ly/3HUqW0s ➥ SEM Rush (SEO tool) - https://bit.ly/3lINGaV ➥ Convert Kit (Email Software Provider) - https://bit.ly/3o10Xgx
Paul and Mesh begin with Mark Walter's purchase of a controlling interest in the Los Angeles Lakers for $10B, which is 40% higher than the next-highest NBA sale price (Celtics). Next, they discuss YouTube's CEO's comments regarding integrating generative AI video tool Veo3 into YouTube Shorts to further democratize content creation. Finally, they provide an update on the bankruptcy auction for Village Roadshow which Alcon has agreed to purchase for $417.5M. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Goodbye Postcode Restrictions ... & Hello Distance Restrictions! Big changes (again) are reshaping NDIS lending landscape, and in this episode, Debbie sits down with Paul Grant from Axis Lending to unpack the latest finance requirements for NDIS property investing, from their perspective as a Mortgage Manager.This episode only relates to Origin, the largest wholesale NDIS lender across Australia, and this information discussed doesn't apply to other lenders in this SDA space.Late last year in 2024 we saw significant tightening of eligibility criteria, including new income thresholds ($250K+ household income or $2.5M+ net assets for "sophisticated investors") and geographic restrictions. But as of this week (23rd June 2025), the rules have evolved again - with major implications for investors and participants alike.Key changes include:✔️ Postcode restrictions replaced by distance-based rules (50km from Sydney CBD, 25km from other capitals)✔️ Lending based on 100% alternate use value in major cities (80% in larger regional centres)✔️ Stronger focus on owner-occupiers and families, who may now qualify for better terms - possibly even standard home loans✔️ Stricter SMSF requirements, including mandatory upfront Statements of Financial Advice✔️ Compulsory Due Diligence reports for all purchasesWhy does this all matter? These changes reflect a maturing market - one that prioritises sustainable investments while ensuring quality housing for participants. While investor activity has slowed, the focus on sophisticated buyers and owner-occupiers points to a more stable future. Tune in as Debbie and Paul discuss in detail the new lending rules.If anyone wants to reach out to Paul Grant directly, his email address is as follows: pgrant@axislending.com.auOtherwise click here to review the Axis Lending website, -------------------------------------------------LEAVE US A GOOGLE REVIEW!SDA ADVISORY SERVICEShttps://www.sdaadvisory.com.auSDA RESEARCH REPORTShttps://ndis.property/reportsEBOOKS:www.robustdesign.com.auwww.highphysicalsupport.com.auwww.improvedliveSend us a textNDIS PROPERTY AUSTRALIA:Our team conducts thorough research on Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and provides appropriate technical advice through premium and strategy-based solutions. We also use complex feasibility calculation spreadsheets to help investors understand the expected annual income of an SDA dwelling, the timeline stages of construction of their property, as well as revealing the hidden costs. By staying up-to-date with the latest SDA data and pricing payments information, we help clients make better-informed decisions and achieve their investment goals.FOLLOW US:LinkedInInstagramFacebookCONTACT:Please feel free to call us on 1300 254 397 to talk to one of our friendly staff, otherwise, just pop on over to our website to find out more.For any podcast related queries or suggestions, please contact our podcast team via podcast@ndis.property
News Links for the Week:New ChatGPT model refuses to shut down when instructed: https://www.the-independent.com/tech/ai-safety-new-chatgpt-o3-openai-b2757814.htmlEx-flight attendant caught smuggling 100 lbs. of deadly new drug made of human bones faces decades in prison: https://nypost.com/2025/05/25/world-news/ex-flight-attendant-caught-smuggling-drug-made-of-human-bones/After winning a $5M lottery, this Winnipeg man says his ex-girlfriend ‘ghosted him': https://www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/article/winnipeg-man-sues-ex-claims-she-ghosted-him-after-winning-5m-lottery/Flight passenger brings whole rotisserie chicken as carry-on, calling it her 'designer bag': https://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/flight-passenger-brings-rotisserie-chicken-carry-on-calling-designer-bagJapan cracks down on "flashy" baby names in new naming law reform: https://slguardian.org/japan-cracks-down-on-flashy-baby-names-in-new-naming-law-reform/Japan Has Created the First Artificial Womb: https://www.michelegargiulo.com/blog/japan-artificial-womb-embryos-outside-bodyVisit our brand spanking new home on the web @ www.earthoddity.net!!!This episode is brought to you in part by "Adventures in the Bible". Follow Todd on Facebook, Tic Tok, and everywhere else!Special thanks to Silencyde for providing the music! Check out his music on Soundcloud here: https://soundcloud.com/silencyde or on his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/user/Silencyde and on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/Silencyde/Like what you hear? Please consider joining our Patreon. Sign up at the $5 dollar level and get access to Earth Oddity Extended where you get an extended version of the show and an all exclusive show once a month! You can find that at www.patreon.com/earthoddity.
"What we instill in our children will be the foundation upon which they build their future." — Steve MaraboliToday's guest, Jen Cohen, has built her entire life around bold action — and she's here to help you do the same.Jen is a bestselling author, top-ranked podcast host, and speaker who's become a force in the worlds of wellness, business, and high performance.Her viral TEDx talk, The Secret to Getting Anything You Want in Life, has inspired 5M+ viewers.Her latest book, Bigger, Better, Bolder, is a rallying cry for anyone tired of holding themselves back.From selling companies for millions to working with brands like Nike and P&G, to sitting down with icons like Tony Robbins, Mark Cuban, and Matthew McConaughey, Jen has made boldness her superpower — and shows others how to unlock theirs.And yes… she once got a date with Keanu Reeves. You'll hear the full story in this episode
News Links for the Week:New ChatGPT model refuses to shut down when instructed: https://www.the-independent.com/tech/ai-safety-new-chatgpt-o3-openai-b2757814.htmlEx-flight attendant caught smuggling 100 lbs. of deadly new drug made of human bones faces decades in prison: https://nypost.com/2025/05/25/world-news/ex-flight-attendant-caught-smuggling-drug-made-of-human-bones/After winning a $5M lottery, this Winnipeg man says his ex-girlfriend ‘ghosted him': https://www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/article/winnipeg-man-sues-ex-claims-she-ghosted-him-after-winning-5m-lottery/Flight passenger brings whole rotisserie chicken as carry-on, calling it her 'designer bag': https://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/flight-passenger-brings-rotisserie-chicken-carry-on-calling-designer-bagJapan cracks down on "flashy" baby names in new naming law reform: https://slguardian.org/japan-cracks-down-on-flashy-baby-names-in-new-naming-law-reform/Japan Has Created the First Artificial Womb: https://www.michelegargiulo.com/blog/japan-artificial-womb-embryos-outside-bodyVisit our brand spanking new home on the web @ www.earthoddity.net!!!This episode is brought to you in part by "Adventures in the Bible". Follow Todd on Facebook, Tic Tok, and everywhere else!Special thanks to Silencyde for providing the music! Check out his music on Soundcloud here: https://soundcloud.com/silencyde or on his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/user/Silencyde and on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/Silencyde/Like what you hear? Please consider joining our Patreon. Sign up at the $5 dollar level and get access to Earth Oddity Extended where you get an extended version of the show and an all exclusive show once a month! You can find that at www.patreon.com/earthoddity.
Why Community Involvement is the Secret Growth Engine for Home Service BusinessesIn this episode of the Hook Better Leads Podcast, Tim Brown sits down with Ty Backer of TC Backer Construction to uncover how community involvement transformed his business — from survival mode to significance.Discover how the 21 Turkey Salute, food drives, and “Swing for Recovery” became not only powerful acts of service but strategic marketing and culture-building tools.Whether you're at $1M, $5M, or $10M in revenue — this conversation will challenge you to think bigger and inspire you to give back with intention.✅ Learn the real ROI of giving✅ Build a brand that people want to work for✅ Get tactical tips to launch community initiatives now
What if you could finally break free from day-to-day operations and focus on strategic growth? In this episode of Small Business Black Holes, Alan Pentz and Tonya Berenson dive into fascinating insights from their Business Maturity Assessment, revealing why owners get stuck managing daily tasks instead of driving growth. Learn why measuring marketing ROI matters, how to escape operational black holes, and discover a powerful matrix for maximizing your energy as a business owner. Whether you're generating $1-5M in revenue or aiming to scale beyond your current ceiling, this conversation offers practical strategies to help you transition from working in your business to working on it. • Common traps preventing business growth between $1-5M revenue • Why owners struggle to delegate day-to-day operations • Strategic approaches to marketing ROI measurement • The energy matrix: maximizing what energizes you while minimizing drains • Key metrics every business owner should track • Creating a personal vision for true owner freedom
From 5 to 450 Doors: The Real Estate Play That Could Fund Your Future w. Mark Silenzi & Nicholas Pasquale What if you could turn a $165K investment into over $900K—and never have to manage a single tenant? Imagine earning six figures of passive income from real estate—without being a landlord, without swinging a hammer, renovating anything, or chasing deal after deal.
This week's Making a Millionaire features Chris & Heather - a couple in their early 50s who thought they had more time to plan for retirement until a sudden layoff changed everything. With a $2.5M net worth, they wrestle with real fears, financial questions, and the exciting possibility of building a purpose-driven next chapter. Can you retire early? What if you had to? We run the numbers - and face the emotions behind them. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. http://nordvpn.com/MONEYGUY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What does it take to build a multi-million dollar AI startup from scratch, without raising a cent?In this episode of Liftoff, we sit down with Ricardo Ghekiere, the founder of BetterPic, the viral AI platform creating professional headshots in minutes. Bootstrapped from $0 to $4 million in just 15 months, Ricardo shares the real story behind BetterPic's explosive growth from Belgium to the global stage.
In this episode, I sit down with the Coach Em Up crew to talk about what really built my brand — from being a broke gym owner ready to cry at night... to scaling CHALK into a $5M+ business that's changed over 250,000 lives.I break down the mindset, structure, and savage non-negotiables that got me here — and how YOU can start building your own empire with zero followers, no handouts, and no BS.
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 -- In this episode of The Exit: What really happens when a founder decides it's time to sell? In this powerful and practical episode, Steve McGarry sits down with Anthony Citrolo, CPA, serial entrepreneur, and managing partner at the NYBB Group, to unpack what really goes into preparing a business for sale. But this isn't your average M&A conversation. Anthony takes us behind the curtain to reveal the emotional, psychological, and strategic decisions founders face as they approach a life-changing exit. Here's what you'll learn: - Why the real exit plan starts the day you launch the business - The #1 mistake founders make when valuing their business - How to prepare your business (and yourself) before a buyer ever knocks - The danger of “key man” risk - and how to build a business that runs without you - What buyers really want: cash flow, scalability, and low concentration - Why 75% of sellers are unhappy post-exit - and how to avoid that fate - How to spot and address hidden risks that could kill your valuation “Most founders don't realize they're living vicariously through their business until it's too late.” Anthony Citrolo With 20+ years in the trenches helping family-owned and founder-led businesses exit, Anthony shares war stories (like Frank, the manufacturer with 98% of revenue tied to 7 customers), practical frameworks, and wisdom earned through decades of hands-on deals. If you're a founder, even if you're years from selling, this episode will change how you think about growth, leadership, and legacy. Listen now to learn how to not just sell your business—but exit on your terms. -- Anthony J. Citrolo is a Managing Partner and Founder of The NYBB Group, LLC, the Exit Strategy Lab and NYBB Commercial Real Estate. Anthony's clients include privately held companies and family-owned businesses. These are typically companies with revenue of $5M to $100M. Anthony represents HVAC, industrial service, finance, manufacturing, distribution, transportation, healthcare and all service companies. He helps these owners develop a clear and cohesive exit strategy, works to know and improve valuation and actively represents them in a sale or acquisition in a Merger and Acquisition transaction as their advisor and intermediary. Anthony is a CPA and a CEPA (Certified Exit Planning Advisor) and develops comprehensive strategies for owners and families. He also has completed the CEPA course and is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor. In addition, Anthony is a Certified Merger & Acquisition Advisor AND Certified Exit Map Coach. Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonycitrolo/ Website: https://thenybbgroup.com/ -- 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/
Send us a textWelcome to Podcast 227 on 21st of June, 2025: This week's 10 outstanding high dividend stocks are in the attached podcast's narration and transcript.5 U.S STOCK SELCTORS USED (1) common shares (2) dividend yield + 5% (3) # shares traded over 1M (4) operating margins +10% (5) share prices + $13.26 (6) weekly share price gain +1%. QUALIFIERS' STOCK SYMBOLS & THEIR SCORES: (1) ZIM Score 51 (2) FRO Score 61 (3) CIVI Score 79 (4) CNQ Score 65 (5) MUR Score 69.5 CANADIAN STOCK SELCTORS (1) common shares (2) dividend yield + 5% (3) # shares traded over 419K (4) operating margins +10% (5) share prices $13.26 (6) weekly share price gain +1%. QUALIFIERS' & SCORES (1) PXT Score 68 (2) CNQ Score 59 (3) NPI Score 58 (4) PEY Score 61 (5) RCI.B Score 64. DATA USED FOR ALL STOCK SCORE CALCULATIONS: (1) Price $ (2) Price 4yrs ago $ (3) Book Value $ (4) Advisor Buys # (5) Advisor Strong Buys # (6) Dividend. Yield % (7)Operating Margin % (8) Share Volume Traded # (9) Price/Earnings Ratio. CNADIAN SCORE CALCULATIONS (K=thousand M=million)STOCK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9PXT |15.27| 15.82 |25.57 |0|0| 10.09| 26.26| 1M| 13.7xCNQ|46.00| 22.67| 18.77| 7 |0| 5.11| 29.37| 30M |12.9x NPI |21.76| 41.41| 16.10| 5| 0 |5.51| 32.55 | 1.5M| | 21.8x PEY |20.51| 7.33| 13.63| 3| 0 | 6.44 |23.07 |2.4M |13.8x RCI.B |38.15| 64.68 19.40| 4 | 1 | 5.24| 22.40| 2.7M| 11.6xUS SCORE CALCULATIONS| ZIM | 16.53 | 48.94|33.52 | 0 | 0 | 46.28 |31.24| 10.5M|0.8x| FRO| 18.98 | 8.84 | 10.51| 2 | 0 | 7.06 | 32.82 | 3M | 12.1x| CIVI| 32.41 | 49.05 |70.57 | 2 | 2 | 9.32 |26.79| 5M | 3.7x| CNQ| 33.38 |18.42 |13.67 | 7 | 0 | 5.18 | 29.37 | 12M |12.9x| MUR| 24.83 |25.29 |35.61 | 1 | 0 | 5.24 | 20.53 | 4M | 9.5xFor information on my 6 investment books go to www.informus.ca. Ian Duncan MacDonaldAuthor, Artist, Commercial Risk Consultant,President of Informus Inc 2 Vista Humber Drive Toronto, Ontario Canada, M9P 3R7 Toronto Telephone - 416-245-4994 New York Telephone - 929-800-2397 imacd@informus.ca
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Brandon Hall is one of the most impressive accounting firm growth stories we've known. He started Hall CPA PLLC in 2015 and has grown it organically to +$14.5M revenue and 150 team members. We discuss what would tempt him to sell the firm, AI impacting margins, if exit multiples in accounting will go up or down, traditional partnership structures in accounting vs PE exits, and more. Brandon Hall on X: https://x.com/bhallcpaHall CPA: https://www.therealestatecpa.com/Eversite - show sponsor & digital marketing: Eversite.com/inspiredClint Fiore & Dealonmy: https://www.dealonomy.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
Topics:Pre-LOI: How Independent Sponsors Win DealsLOI Execution: Structure, Risks, MistakesGood vs. Bad Post-LOI DiligenceWhat Attracts and Repels Capital...and so much more.Top TakeawaysRollover is your edge against strategics. Strategic buyers often can't offer it. Independent sponsors can—that's your edge. Typical range is 10–40%, and when structured well, the second bite can be worth more than the first. It aligns incentives, keeps sellers engaged, and shows you're building with them instead of just buying them out.An LOI isn't a victory if it's not fundable. Signing an LOI with mispriced risk, unrealistic earnouts, or soft terms might feel like a win, but it's not fundable. Capital partners will walk, and worse, re-cutting terms after signing can fracture trust with the seller. John's advice: pressure-test your LOI with capital providers before it reaches the seller's desk. Call out red flags early—or risk killing the deal later. Strong diligence starts with a clear timeline, experienced advisors, and structured checkpoints to raise red flags before they become roadblocks. John warns that bad diligence often means avoiding tough conversations about risk. If you're not surfacing problems early, you're setting yourself up for failure post-LOI.Stay exit-ready from day one post-close. Even if you're planning to hold for five years, act like you'll sell in two. That means clean financials, documented systems, and clear growth metrics. You never know when the perfect buyer will come knocking. The sponsors who are prepared are the ones who cash in early.Choose advisors who know the IS model, not just deals in general. John shares that many first-time independent sponsors make the mistake of hiring advisors who don't understand the nuances of independent sponsor deals, like capital stack structuring or running a capital raise alongside diligence. Look for professionals who have worked on multiple independent sponsor transactions and understand the pressure points before and after the LOI.About John KoeppelJohn Koeppel is a Partner at Lippes Mathias, where he leads the firm's Private Equity and Independent Sponsor practice. With 25+ years of experience, John has structured and closed 250+ deals ranging from $5M to $250M+. His work has earned recognition from Best Lawyers in America, Chambers USA, and Super Lawyers.About Lippes MathiasLippes Mathias is a full-service law firm that advises independent sponsors, family offices, and institutional investors throughout the full lifecycle of a transaction—from LOI to exit. Known for its deep transactional experience and business-first mindset, the firm is a trusted legal partner to dealmakers across the lower middle market and beyond.
In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Brenton Ward sits down with Jamie Johns to unpack one of the most pivotal roles in any accounting or bookkeeping firm: the Senior Client Manager (SCM).Jamie reveals why the SCM is often the hardest role to hire—and the most powerful when done right. They explore how the right SCM can free up the owner's time, create team leverage, and drive firm growth. From defining the difference between an entrepreneur and an intrapreneur to outlining leadership responsibilities, recruitment tips, and daily habits, this episode is packed with real-world advice for firm owners ready to scale.Whether you're acting as the SCM, looking to hire one, or struggling to let go—this episode will show you how to build a stronger, more productive firm by finding the right person for this key role.________________ PS: Whenever you're ready… here are the fastest 4 ways we can help you fix and grow your accounting firm: 1. Take the Wize Accountants Scale Scorecard – Find out your potential to scale and the next steps you should follow – Start Your Scorecard 2. Download our famous Wize Freedom Strategy Map for FREE - Find out the 96 projects every firm owner must implement to build a $5M+ firm that can run without them - Download here 2. Need to Hire right now? Book a 1:1 FREE discovery call with our WizeTalent hiring coaches to help find your next team member the Wize Way – Click Here 4. Book a 1:1 Wize Discovery Session – Spend 30mins with our Wize CEO, Jamie Johns, a $7M firm owner who is ready to give you his entire business plan to build a firm that can run without you – Find out more here
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for June 18th Publish Date: June 18th Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Wednesday, June 18th and Happy Birthday to Paul McCartney. I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal Marietta Approves Data Center on Bells Ferry Cobb County Protesters Flood the Streets for 'No Kings' Protests 6-Year-Old Injured in Smyrna Vehicle Shootout; Two Men Arrested All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! BREAK: TIDWELL TREES_FINAL STORY 1: Marietta Approves Data Center on Bells Ferry The Marietta City Council approved a data center on Bells Ferry Road, sparking mixed reactions. Atlanta-based MMM Acquisitions plans a $100M campus with two buildings and a substation. Attorney Kevin Moore emphasized its role in supporting AI and digital services, generating $71.5M in tax revenue over 10 years. Critics, including residents and protesters, raised concerns about energy use, environmental impacts, and limited job creation. Moore countered that advanced cooling systems would minimize water consumption and disruptions. Supporters, like Mayor Steve Tumlin, hailed the project as a win for Marietta's growth. The 31-acre site will include buffers to shield nearby neighborhoods. STORY 2: Cobb County Protesters Flood the Streets for 'No Kings' Protests Marietta saw hundreds protest as part of the nationwide "No Kings" movement opposing President Donald Trump. Organized to coincide with Trump’s birthday and military parade in D.C., protests in east Cobb and downtown Marietta attracted diverse participants advocating for issues like LGBTQ+ rights, immigration, and equity. Protesters carried handmade signs and received honks of support from passing cars, though negative comments also arose. Demonstrations at the Cobb Courthouse and Johnson Ferry remained peaceful, with no arrests reported. Participants, including educators and families, criticized Trump's policies, calling for justice and empathy while rejecting the idea of centralized power. STORY 3: 6-Year-Old Injured in Smyrna Vehicle Shootout; Two Men Arrested A six-year-old was injured in a Smyrna shootout between two vehicles near Campbell and Springs roads Sunday afternoon. Police say the child was in one of the vehicles and was struck in the stomach. The child was rushed to a local hospital, though their condition remains undisclosed. Authorities identified and charged suspects Craig Radford Calhoun, 56, of Douglasville, and Eric Allen Rushi Jr., 30, of Atlanta. Both face multiple charges, including aggravated assault, cruelty to a child, and firearm possession during a crime. The suspects are held without bond at Cobb County Jail as the investigation continu We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. We’ll be right back. Break: TOP TECH_FINAL STORY 4: Safety, Literacy and Cell Phones: Rivera Reflects on Marietta School Year Marietta Superintendent Grant Rivera reflected on the 2024-25 school year, celebrating literacy advancements, safety upgrades, and student success. About 586 students graduated at Northcutt Stadium, a proud moment for Rivera. The district expanded its Literacy and Justice for All initiative into middle grades, backed by a $1.1M grant, aiming to improve reading skills at all levels. Controversy centered on cellphone policies, with debates leading to a new high school pilot limiting device use in class. Security was bolstered with detectors and AI surveillance. Despite budget constraints, Marietta maintained programs and approved raises, reinforcing its commitment to students and staff. STORY 5: Leashing Dogs at Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area welcomes dogs on its trails but stresses a key rule: dogs must always be on a six-foot leash. With over three million annual visitors, leashes ensure safety for pets, people, and the environment. Past incidents with unleashed dogs have led to plant damage, injuries, and confrontations, highlighting the importance of this rule. Leashing also protects dogs from dangers like snakes, coyotes, and unsafe water. To promote responsible pet ownership, CRNRA offers the B.A.R.K. Ranger program, teaching leash etiquette and trail safety. Participants can earn certificates and make their dogs official B.A.R.K. Rangers. Break: INGLES 5 STORY 6: Drug trafficking investigation nets 11 arrests Law enforcement in Middle Georgia recently concluded Operation "Westside Wakeup," targeting gang-related crimes. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office, assisted by Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr's Gang Prosecution Unit, arrested 11 individuals on charges tied to drugs, guns, and violence. Authorities seized 17 pounds of marijuana, cocaine, Ecstasy, fentanyl, firearms, and $110,000 in cash, highlighting the connection between illicit drug operations and organized crime. Sheriff David J. Davis stressed the need to combat such activities, while AG Chris Carr vowed accountability for violent offenders. Federal agencies, including the FBI and DEA, played key roles in the investigation's success. STORY 7: Georgia Power completes hydrogen fuel test Georgia Power and Mitsubishi Power completed a groundbreaking test using a 50% hydrogen and natural gas blend at Plant McDonough-Atkinson in Smyrna, cutting carbon emissions by 22%. This world-first trial follows a 2022 test with a 20% blend. Natural gas, accounting for 40% of Georgia Power’s energy, remains crucial for flexibility and baseload power. The company’s 2025 Integrated Resource Plan proposes hydrogen-capable turbines at Plant Yates to further reduce emissions. While this innovation marks progress, environmental groups remain critical of Georgia Power’s reliance on natural gas and coal. The plan awaits a PSC vote on July 15. We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: TOP TECH_FINAL Signoff- Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. 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Sasha Plavsic, Founder of ILIA Beauty, the clean cosmetics brand known for redefining performance makeup, opens up about what it took to build a $100M business from a garage and a $25,000 line of credit. In this raw and vulnerable conversation, Sasha shares how a deeply personal quest to heal her skin led to the creation of ILIA, a brand that went on to help define the "clean beauty" category alongside industry giants like Sephora. But behind the brand's success story lies an untold reality of burnout, identity loss, and a literal health collapse that forced her to reckon with the cost of carrying it all. From almost closing ILIA's doors to hiring a CEO and eventually selling a majority stake to the Courtin-Clarins family, Sasha walks us through the most defining and difficult moments of her journey. Whether you're bootstrapping your first venture or navigating scale, Sasha's story is a powerful reminder that success should never come at the cost of your health or your joy. Key Takeaways and Topics: How Sasha built ILIA Beauty from a garage with no outside funding for the first 7 years The personal skin struggles that led her to question conventional beauty products Why she rejected the “all natural” label and pioneered a hybrid formulation model Early setbacks, including being told labs couldn't make the products she envisioned The pivotal moment she considered shutting ILIA down—and what saved it The decision to hire a CEO and why it was the best move for the brand and her health How ILIA scaled from $5M to $100M, eventually catching the eye of the Courtin-Clarins family The physical collapse that forced Sasha to finally slow down—her kidneys started shutting down How hustle culture and perfectionism nearly cost her life, and what she's doing differently now The guilt and double standards faced by working mothers and women founders How Sasha protects her energy today: boundaries, executive coaching, and saying “no” Her advice to founders: trust your gut, delegate what drains you, and stop trying to do it all The Failure Factor Podcast was brought to you by Off The Field Coaching. Explore working with one of our coaches at http://offthefieldcoaching.com Hosted by Megan Bruneau: therapist, executive coach, speaker, Forbes contributor, and host of The Failure Factor. For more info, visit https://meganbruneau.com Follow ILIA Beauty Ig: https://www.instagram.com/iliabeauty Follow Sasha Ig: https://www.instagram.com/sashaplavsic Follow Megan Ig: https://www.instagram.com/meganjbruneau In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-j-bruneau-m-a-rcc Subscribe to the podcast newsletter at https://thefailurefactorpodcast.com Themes: entrepreneurship, clean beauty, burnout, founder health, motherhood, bootstrapping, female founders, exit strategy, scaling a startup, sustainable success, executive coaching, mental health, delegating, work-life balance, hustle culture, investor-free growth, ILIA Beauty, women in leadership, resilience, skin care innovation, founder vulnerability
AlabamaCongressman Aderholt supports Trump's stance on Iran not having nukesFairhope Library board returns some controversial books back to teen section2 Decatur men federally charged for violating sanctions on Venezuela55 out of 60 arrested for illegal cockfighting operation are also illegal aliensOn this day 71 years ago was the assassination of Albert Patterson in Phenix CityNationalDHS Sec. Noem taken to DC hospital on Tuesday due to "allergic reaction"Trump ends Tuesday in WH Situation Room, calls for Iran to surrenderVP Vance clarifies his support of Trump's stance on IranFBI director hands docs to Senate re: 2020 election fraud by CCPSenate finance committee strip Planned Parenthood of funding in BBBTrump's Gold Card Visa plan for $5M each, now has 70K on waiting list
Ajay Prakash, Co-Founder & CEO of Rinse shares his story getting raising $70M and how they launched to hit product-market fit! 03:06 – Ajay explains how he wasted three months pitching Series A firms for a seed round. 05:03 – Don't try to predict who will write a check — talk to everyone qualified, but do it in a tight time frame to keep momentum and focus. 06:03 – Their first capital came from a rolling friends & family round — with no set close — raising ~$500–600K before institutional funding. 07:04 – Ajay's co-founder saw declining traffic at his parents' dry cleaning store — they tested an idea within two weeks and got paying customers. 09:02 – Rinse didn't solve one big issue — it solved many small ones. That made the case for building a better, end-to-end dry cleaning experience. 12:14 – Unlike Uber's urgent need, laundry is a chronic pain. Rinse focused on reliability and consistency, not instant gratification. 15:22 – They focused their launch in three SF zip codes to manage operational complexity and ensure quality service before scaling. 16:04 – Ajay and James only began paying themselves once the $2.5M seed round closed in December 2014. 20:07 – He spent Spring 2014 chasing Series A investors with no success — a misalignment that wasted valuable time and delayed their seed raise. 29:06 – Don't let VCs drag things out with vague interest. You need clarity to survive as an early-stage startup. Rinse is creating a seamless dry cleaning & laundry experience for our customers through a combination of technology, incredible customer service, and strong back-end partnerships. www.rinse.com
Berlin is losing its publicly-funded Nextbike system. What does it say about the city's deflating civic status? Also we meet the artistic director of the Doxumentale film festival to hear why they've added an X to their name. And the founder of Give Something Back to Berlin will tell us about how beauty parlours are places of feminist empowerment. Nextbike has lost its €1.5M annual public funding to run a discounted shared bicycle system across Berlin. The CDU-led city-state government says it is too broke to fund the scheme, which ran since 2017, and reached 4 million journeys last year. Joel explains what's behind its demise. Days before the start of Berlin's Dokumentale documentary and non-fiction festival, the organizers received a legal threat over their name. Instead of fighting, they've changed their name to DoXumentale. We meet the festival's artistic director Anna Ramskloger-Witt, who explains why the new name is better. She tells us about program, including a nature film about gay animals, a profile of a Berlin undertaker and more. DoXumentale runs until June 28. Find a screening or watch online at https://www.dokumentale.de/ What goes on behind the doors of beauty salons? NGO founder Annamaria Olsson decided to take a microphone to meet women in these safe spaces, and found a world of womens' empowerment. Beauty salons give women jobs and help them overcome domestic violence. Annamaria has travelled to Morocco, Georgia, Bosnia and Kosovo to record audio for her project. The result is “Stories from the Beauty Parlor”. Listen now here: https://www.beautyparlorstories.org/ Radio Spaetkauf co-founder Joel Dullroy is briefly back in Berlin, after one of his trips around the world filming mini-documentaries. If you want to see some of his videos, go to: http://www.joeldullroy.com Thanks to Vanta for support! http://www.vanta.com/RadioSpaetkauf Thank you to our listeners, if you would like to make a donation or support us through a steady membership: www.radiospaetkauf.com/donate Live show recording and engineering: podfestberlin.com This episode was produced by Daniel Stern and Joel Dullroy. Find Dan at: https://www.instagram.com/danielandstern/ or https://www.sterndaniel.com/
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In this episode of More to Say, host Amber Venz Box sits down with Dani Austin — digital creator, community builder, and founder of Divi, the haircare brand that started with one scalp serum and grew into a multi-million-dollar line now sold at Ulta nationwide.Dani shares how she went from secretly filming “Things I Wish a Sister Taught Me” in her dorm to building an audience of 2.5M+ followers, opening up about the vulnerability that built her community, sharing hair loss struggles, and turning personal hardship into product innovation. She and Amber talk candidly about monetizing early, launching a hero product, turning “haters” into valuable feedback, balancing motherhood and business, and what's next for Divi.Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, or just curious how a dorm-room vlog became an 8-figure brand — Dani's story is one you won't want to miss.WE DISCUSS:(00:16): Filming her first YouTube videos in secret.(01:39): How LTK gave her control and built audience trust.(04:20): Using vulnerability to deepen connections.(11:49): Creating Divi's first scalp serum from DIY to best-seller.(14:40): Saying no to bad deals early on.(15:39): Growing Divi from one SKU to a community-led brand.(18:51): Turning harsh reviews into product improvements.(34:21): Focusing on audience depth before virality.(36:00): Why LTK is still core to her business.(43:35): Putting “trashy” family moments before work.LTK for CreatorsLTK for BrandsLearn more about More To SayWatch on YouTubeFollow and shop Amber's LTKFollow Amber on InstagramConnect with Amber on LinkedInFollow and shop Dani's LTKFollow Dani on TikTokFollow Dani on InstagramConnect with Dani on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP307 – Stop the Stupid: Build a Culture of Proactive Problem Solving with Doug Hall Podcast: PROFIT With A Plan Host: Marcia Riner Guest: Doug Hall, Inventor & Author of “Proactive Problem Solving” Is your business wasting time, talent, and money on preventable problems? This episode is your wake-up call. Doug Hall—renowned inventor, innovation researcher, and founder of Eureka! Ranch—joins Marcia to expose the root cause of wasted resources in growing companies: broken systems and disengaged employees. Discover how to create a culture of proactive problem solving across every level of your organization—from the frontlines to leadership—and finally stop the stupid.
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Is it possible to earn $1.5M without owning real estate? Can Airbnb automation replace a 9–5? Can systems outwork people—without burnout?Adam Hager, co-founder of Airpreneur, has assisted over 350 clients in establishing profitable Airbnb businesses through his mentorship platform. His expertise lies in automation, systems thinking, and the Airbnb arbitrage model, which he used to rapidly scale his own portfolio from zero to 19 units within a year. This expansion generated over $150,000 in revenue with a 55% profit margin, all without owning any properties.Adam shares actionable insights on cracking open the “arbitrage” business model, where to find the best rental opportunities, how to automate guest experiences, and why AI is revolutionizing the short-term rental market. From building five-star hospitality systems to tapping into Airbnb's new “Experiences” platform for additional side income, Adam reveals how anyone can build freedom and security in today's shifting, tech-driven landscape.In this conversation, you'll learn:The insider playbook for Airbnb arbitrage—making $1,000 or more per property each month by leasing, not owning.Next-level automation and AI tools to skyrocket your passive income and guest reviewsHow to tap into the brand new Airbnb Experiences for repeat guests and extra referral revenue, before everyone else catches on.Proven frameworks and systems to scale from your first deal to 7-10 properties (or more).Takeaways:Rental arbitrage workAutomation and AI = ScaleCapitalize on new revenue with experiencesConnect with Adam Hager:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adam_airpreneur/Timestamps:00:00 – Demystifying Airbnb: You don't need a beachfront home to get started02:03 – The business model: Airbnb arbitrage and how to profit without ownership03:26 – What's hardest: Finding properties, guests, or managing the process?04:14 – Scaling up: Using AI and automation for listings, portals, and reviews07:16 – Is this business real estate or digital marketing?09:22 – The critical importance of five-star reviews and Superhost status13:14 – Maximizing income: Add-ons, upsells, and Airbnb Experiences17:43 – Building for scale: Automating, hiring, and leveraging training assets with AI20:02 – The future of work: Why skill-building and risk taking are essential in the AI era22:39 – Systematizing hospitality: Training, onboarding, and SOPs for repeatable success26:15 – Special listener offer: Free Cash Flow Quick Start Kit and clarity session_____________________________________________
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It's official — Aaron Rodgers is a Pittsburgh Steeler for the 2025-26 NFL season. The Steelers locked in the future Hall of Famer on a one-year, $13.65 million deal with $10M guaranteed — and up to $19.5M with incentives. Now the real questions begin: Can Rodgers take this team on a deep playoff run? Is this just a short-term stunt or a real championship push? And when should Pittsburgh finally start developing a young QB for the future? The Dead End Sports crew breaks down the move, what it means for the AFC North, and how the Steelers should play this new era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of PPC Den, we sit down with Francis Leger from GS Plant Foods — a bonsai hobbyist, and the kind of entrepreneur who doesn't just grow plants… he grows businesses too.Francis shares how he scaled from $0 to $1M (spoiler: it wasn't magic, it was grit), what needs to shift to hit $5M, and how his approach to marketing and operations evolved at every stage. We also get into the real talk: how to find the right business partner (and how to spot the wrong one fast), why trust matters more than contracts, and what makes a good agency relationship actually work.Of course, we couldn't let him go without asking the hard-hitting questions: Is being a chef harder than being a founder? What plant is actually trying to die every day? And will AI ever figure out how to water your monstera for you?This episode is part founder therapy, part growth masterclass — and 100% worth your time.We'll see you in The PPC Den!
Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Ready to maximize your hotel's cash flow potential? Join host Bronson Hill and co-host Nate Hambrick for a dynamic conversation with Mike Stohler, a former Navy ops specialist and airline pilot turned real estate and hotel investor. Recorded in late April 2025, this episode traces Mike's journey from owning 1,500 multifamily units to mastering hotel investments over the past nine years. After a lucrative 1031 exchange exit, Mike partnered with a seasoned hotel operator to learn the ropes, now owning limited-service cash cows like Motel 6 and high-end lifestyle brands in Scottsdale and Spain. Learn why hotels outperform multifamily with 10-15% cap rates, how cost segregation yields massive tax savings (like $1.24M on a $5M hotel), and how AI-driven automation—like towel-delivering robots—reduces staffing needs. Mike shares risk mitigation strategies, from aligning with experienced operators to splitting land and operations LLCs, plus insights on navigating tariffs and a potential recession.From high-yield deals to centuries-old castles, Mike's path will inspire you to think beyond conventional real estate and seize bigger opportunities.TIMESTAMPS00:50 - Guest introduction: Mike Stohler02:01 - Mike's journey: From multifamily to hotels04:59 - Why hotels? Surge pricing and business status08:28 - Learning curve: Partnering with experienced operators10:27 - AI automation: Robots and kiosks in hotels12:29 - Hotel types: Limited-service vs. lifestyle brands16:50 - Risk mitigation: Location and franchise flexibility19:37 - Turnaround risks: Low occupancy and operator scrutiny23:01 - Land ownership: LLC splits for tax and liability26:38 - Cash flow edge: 10-15% cap rates vs. multifamily30:59 - Cost segregation: Massive tax savings in hotels33:14 - Lifestyle hotels: Boutique castles in Spain35:37 - COVID resilience: Military mindset in crisis38:09 - Future outlook: Tariffs, recession, and opportunities41:13 - How to connect with MikeConnect with the Guest:Website: https://www.gatewaype.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelstohler/#HotelInvesting#CashFlow#RealEstate#LifestyleHotels#CostSegregation#BusinessMindset#PassiveIncome
In this episode: The benefits of long-term capital gains tax rates and how to qualify The impact of the 3.8% Net Investment Income Tax (often called the “Obamacare tax”) The key differences between long-term and short-term capital gains New increases to the standard deduction for 2025 A proposed tax-advantaged “Trump Account” for children under age 8, including contribution limits and withdrawal rules The House-passed bill's broader context, including its 100+ tax provisions still awaiting Senate approval Why it's important to wait for legislation to be finalized before planning around it In this episode, our guest, Debora Gorman, dives into Maryland's sweeping tax changes for 2025, aimed at closing a $3.3 billion budget gap—while giving entrepreneurs a crash course in how these changes will hit their bottom lines. If you own or operate a business in Maryland (or sell into it), this is your cheat sheet to staying compliant and tax-savvy in the face of some major shifts. What You'll Learn: New High-Income Tax Brackets: Maryland has introduced two new tax tiers for top earners—up to 6.5% for individuals making over $1 million and joint filers over $1.2 million. Business owners should reassess employee withholdings and estimated tax payments now. Capital Gains Surtax: A new 2% surtax applies to net capital gains for individuals with federal AGI over $350,000. Some exceptions apply (think retirement accounts and primary residences under $1.5M), but high-income entrepreneurs will want to revisit their investment strategies and tax planning. Standard Deduction Boosts: Maryland has raised its standard deduction significantly. It could tip the scales for some taxpayers, especially small business owners juggling itemized deductions. Gorman urges entrepreneurs to run both scenarios before filing. New 3% Sales Tax on Digital & IT Services: Starting July 1, 2025, certain digital subscriptions and tech services will be taxed. This includes cloud storage, custom software, and IT consulting under specific NAICS codes. If you're selling these services, you'll need to start collecting and remitting the tax. If you're buying, plan for increased costs. Out-of-State Sellers Beware: If your company sells into Maryland and hits $100K in revenue or 200 transactions/year, you're likely on the hook for sales tax collection—even without a physical presence. Custom Software No Longer Exempt: With the expansion of what's taxable, the custom software exemption is gone. If it's tied to taxable IT services, it's now subject to the 3% rate. Help Is Available: Gorman highlights resources like MarylandTaxConnect.gov and the Comptroller's legislative updates page, which includes step-by-step videos, withholding calculators, and FAQs. Bonus: There's no underpayment penalty for 2025 if your miscalculation is due to the new rates. This episode delivers exactly what every entrepreneur needs: clarity, direction, and tools to stay ahead of the changes—without the legalese. Stay sharp and compliant, Maryland business owners. July's coming fast.
Have you ever had a bus fall on your house? What is the difference between Passive and Active Income? How do you make money for tomorrow? For the next generation? On this week's show, Shawn & George talk to Whitney Elkins-Hutten, the founder of Ash Wealth Consulting and Director of Investor Education at PassiveInvesting.com. She hosts the Passive Investing Made Simple podcast and is a partner in $800M+ of real estate assets—including 6,500+ residential units, 2,200+ self-storage units, and more than $5M in fix-and-flipped properties. After hitting a home run with her first rental property and nearly losing it all on her second deal, Whitney turned to wealth-creation strategies to build sturdy financial freedom for herself and her family. Whitney is now on a mission to help families implement sound financial principles to create passive income and long-term wealth for generations to come. Whitney currently lives in Boulder, Colorado, and she enjoys trail running, traveling, photography, craft beers, and playing board games with family and friends. In this episode, we talk about her "home run," and her near loss, as well as mindset (turn "I can't" into "How Can I," and how to build wealth for tomorrow. You can reach Whitney at: www.ashwealth.com www.passiveinvestingwithwhitney.com Get her book, Money for Tomorrow at: https://ashwealth.com/book Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Please also visit our sponsor Sam Cohen of Attorneys First Insurance for Attorneys and Title Companies looking to get a quote on Errors & Ommissions (malpractice) Insurance coverage. www.AttorneysFirst.com. Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com.
In today's episode, I'm sitting down with my good friend Michael to talk about what's really happening behind the scenes in GovCon right now—and let me tell you, it's unlike anything we've seen before. From canceled contracts and government workforce cuts to the rise of unsolicited proposals and tax incentives in manufacturing, we dive into the new terrain contractors are navigating in 2025. Michael shares how his company is weathering the storm, what it takes to buy and build in uncertain times, and why being lean, agile, and real about your valuation is more critical than ever. We also get into the M&A landscape, private equity interest in $10–20M firms, and the cautionary tale of companies shrinking from $20M to $5M in one year. If you're thinking about scaling, selling, or simply surviving, this conversation is full of battle-tested wisdom. The game is changing—procurement cycles are stalling, FAR rules are shifting, and a lot of people are frozen in fear. But if you're ready to pivot, innovate, and lead, now is your time. Let's get into it. Michael Sanders' Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelvaldezsanders/ Company Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/interactivegov/ Website: https://interactivegov.com/ Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/vpKzzFpbAOw
“There is a pretty significant amount of track and field athletes for whom a college opportunity will only come through the participation of track and field. That is something we need to really educate the public around. Coining the term, ‘the opportunity sport,' encapsulates all of that. It's something I believe the broader public can get understanding around.”Starting July 1, NCAA Division I schools can directly pay athletes for the first time ever. This shift follows the House v. NCAA antitrust settlement, approved last week by Judge Claudia Wilken. The $2.8B deal doesn't make athletes employees, but it does allow them to finally receive a share of the billions in revenue they help generate. Schools will be able to offer up to $20.5M annually to student-athletes across all sports (amounts not required to be equal). It also tightens oversight of NIL collectives via a new clearinghouse that ensures deals are “fair-market value.” After major pushback over lost roster spots, the final version protects current and incoming athletes, though schools aren't required to restore those spots. Now, athletic departments are racing to implement these changes. Some are lobbying Congress for federal regulation, hoping this deal becomes a stepping stone toward nationwide legislation. Either way, college sports — and particularly cross country and track — will never look the same.Mentioned in this episode…Read: Track Is America's Opportunity Sport. Colleges Need To Save ItHost: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez on InstagramGuest: Russell Dinkin | @dancingdinks on InstagramSUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOLIPOP: Olipop is a prebiotic soda that tastes like a throwback to your favorite childhood drinks, but it's loaded with benefits that your body will thank you for. Each can has 2-5g of sugar, 6-9g of fiber, and a science-backed formula designed to help you support your digestive health. They've got plenty of flavor options like Classic Root Beer, Crisp Apple, Grape, Cream Soda and wild hits like Peaches and Cream. You can grab Olipop at Target, Whole Foods, and Walmart or you can go to DrinkOlipop.com and use promo code CITIUS25 at checkout for 25% off all of your orders.PILLAR PERFORMANCE: We all know that sleep is where the magic happens. That's when your body is rebuilding – but getting into those deeper stages of sleep is what makes the difference between just going to bed and actually recovering. Just mix in a scoop of water about 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime. It's simple, it's clean, it's vegan, and NSF certified. If you're someone who takes their training and recovery seriously, this is something worth trying. Head to pillarperformance.shop, or if you're in North America, go to thefeed.com and use code CITIUS for 15% off your first purchase.VELOUS: Recover smarter with VELOUS' new active adjustable slide! Tired feet? VELOUS has you covered. VELOUS just launched the NEW Active Adjustable Slide, designed to take your recovery to the next level. With a perfectly contoured midsole, these slides maximize cushioning and support to help ease tired feet and legs. Run. Recover. Repeat with VELOUS. Check out the entire collection and enjoy 20% off your purchase by entering code CITIUSMAG20 at checkout!
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In this GOHUNT Bonus Episode of The Western Rookie podcast, Brian shares a jam-packed update covering point deadlines, land access battles, and the latest in public land politics. Brian dives into time-sensitive applications, the ongoing corner crossing legal saga, and a brewing storm over a federal land sale. If you're a public land hunter or building points across the West, this episode is a must-listen.Key Takeaways:Application & Point Deadlines:Nevada Points Deadline: Today – June 10Nebraska Points Deadline: Saturday, June 14Kansas Resident Deer Application: Saturday, June 14Utah Points + Antlerless Deadline: Friday, June 20Corner Crossing Case Update:Federal civil case upheld in favor of hunters—no trespassing foundBillionaire landowner is petitioning the Supreme Court to overturn the rulingIf SCOTUS hears the case and rules in favor of hunters, corner crossing could become legal nationwideIf SCOTUS rules for the landowner, access to millions of acres of land could be blockedFederal Land Sale Update:The Utah–Nevada land sale proposal (originally 460K acres, actually 1.5M acres) was struck downSen. Mike Lee (UT) is pushing to sneak the language back into a must-pass Senate billConservation groups, hunters, and public land advocates are staying vigilantConclusion:Whether it's building your point strategy or defending public land, now's not the time to get complacent. Stay alert, make your voice heard, and don't let billionaires rewrite our public land laws.Stay ready. Stay involved.Download the free Western Rookie Application Calendar at westernrookie.com, and use code WESTERN to join GOHUNT Insider and get $50 in Gear Shop credit.Connect with Brian Krebshttps://linktr.ee/thewesternrookieHave Questions or Comments? Send an email to Brian@westernrookie.com!Sponsors and Discounts:GOHUNT Insider - $50 Gear Shop Credit with code WESTERN https://alnk.to/g3aa8L4GOHUNT Gear Shop – 10% off most items with code WESTERN https://alnk.to/e75Pm4uRTIC Coolers – Keep Your Meat Cold!https://bit.ly/RTICCoolersFirst Month FREE at MTNTOUGH Fitness with code ROOKIE https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH_ROOKIESave $150 on Steelhead Outdoors Gun Safes with code WESTERNROOKIE https://tr.ee/fbNvbFXX6QSave10% on Maverick Hunting Blinds & Accessories with code WESTERNROOKIE https://tr.ee/vWHcxHKo4uSave 10% on Ollin Digiscoping Adapters with code TWOBUCKS https://tr.ee/ZE1XcQ-fbbSave 20% on your first order at Bull Elk Beard Oil with code TWOBUCKS https://tr.ee/X4mp2wWCRK
In life, you need the 3 Cs. The first one is connection. In business, if you're the go-to guy for anything from attorneys, to doctors, or other service providers, you'll never have to go make new friends. They'll come to you as long as you're doing the right things. The second C is Capital. You need money to run your business. And yes, those who are worth $50 million dollars sometimes need capital. In order to keep things rolling, you have to have capital. The last and most powerful C is Coaching. I don't coach anyone, but you need to have a mentor to help you navigate where you want to go. I suggest finding someone who is above you in business. If you are grossing $5M a year, find someone who is doing $20-$25M to help you. Pay them for their time and save yours in the process by expediting your learning curve. Stick to the 3 Cs and you'll have everything you need. About the ReWire Podcast The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential. Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/ Rise Above