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What happens when your business fails, your spouse is diagnosed with cancer, and everything you've built feels like it's slipping away?In this powerful conversation, we sit down with longtime friend and marketplace leader Scott Boyd. Scott shares his journey from early faith and career struggles to encountering the transformative message of grace through deep suffering and loss. After nearly losing his business and walking with his late wife through cancer twice, Scott discovered a new way of living—not through performance, but through trusting God with his identity, work, and pain.From memorizing Galatians on hiking trails to watching his business grow from $5M to $150M, Scott's story is a compelling picture of what happens when we shift from striving to freedom. He opens up about the fears that keep us from trusting grace, the beauty of deep friendship, and how transformation shows up as deeper love for others.Whether you're a ministry leader, entrepreneur, or just someone longing for more, this conversation will reframe how you see God, yourself, and your work.Key Takeaways:Grace in Practice: True transformation begins when we trust that sanctification—like justification—is by faith, not effort.From Fear to Freedom: When we stop striving to “be enough,” we begin to experience love, freedom, and relational health.Workplace as Worship: A grace-filled approach to leadership leads to healthier teams and surprising success—in Scott's case, scaling his business tenfold.Transformation Evidence: Love increases, judgment decreases, and others begin to notice—we become more patient, joyful, and free.Healing in Community: Sharing our struggles in safe relationships, like Scott's 21-year men's group, fosters deep emotional and spiritual healing.Enduring Loss with Faith: After losing his wife Bev, Scott modeled trusting God through grief—and later found new life and love again.Support the show

On this episode of Multifamily Mastery, John Casmon interviews Chris Streit, a tax strategist and founder of CSAP, a firm specializing in cost segregation and the innovative 1245 exchange. Chris breaks down how cost segregation helps investors accelerate depreciation and unlock upfront cash savings, while the 1245 exchange mitigates depreciation recapture by revaluing personal property assets at the time of sale. He shares real-world case studies, including how one client saved $1.5M on a $36M multifamily deal. Chris also discusses often-overlooked tax strategies such as partial asset dispositions, proactive planning for property improvements, and how new legislation impacts bonus depreciation and energy efficiency credits. Chris Streit Current Role: Founder and Principal, CSAP (Cost Segregation Advisory Partners) Based in: Just south of Salt Lake City, Utah Say hi to them at: csap.com Visit investwithsunrise.com to learn more about investment opportunities. Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE. Terms and conditions apply. Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MARA beat expectations for Q2, the SEC approves in-kind BTC ETFs, and Bitmain is shipping more raw materials to the U.S.Get the headlines that matter, right when they hit the wire: Join our Telegram group for market moving news on top Bitcoin equities like $MSTR, $MARA, $RIOT, $CLSK, and more: https://t.me/blockspacenewsWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Colin and Matt dive into Mara's Q2 earnings, the SEC's approval of in-kind Bitcoin ETF redemptions, Bitmain onshoring manufacturing to the US, and JPMorgan's prediction that pure play miners will outperform HPC hybrids as the field becomes oversaturated with AI pivots.Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• Mara revenue up 12% to $238.5M in Q2• Bitcoin at $118k with hash rate at 900 EH/s• Hash price around $58.70/PH/day• Fees represent only 1% of block subsidy• Bitmain shipped 187 tons of parts to US• SEC approves in-kind BTC ETFsTimestamps:00:00 Start02:24 Difficulty Report by Luxor06:21 MARA Q2 earnings call14:29 Cleanspark15:01 SEC in-kind Bitcoin ETF approval20:43 Bitmain is shipping in Antminer parts to the US28:30 Pure-play miners to outperform as HPC hybrids

What's up FasterFreedom Fam! In Episode 2 of our Behind The Scenes segment, I'm giving you the raw, unfiltered story of how FasterFreedom was born — and how it grew from a Facebook post to a 3.5M-follower education brand changing lives across the country.Inside this episode:How a flood of DMs sparked a brand idea The roller coaster ride of building an online business From coaching 10 people on Zoom to a nationwide student communityThe real numbers, challenges, and restructuring we've facedWhy I started teaching real estate—and what's next for the brandThis isn't a guru sales pitch. It's the truth about building something real, failing forward, and adapting through one of the wildest markets in modern history. If you're growing a brand, in real estate, or just love business talk—this one's for you.DM me what you want covered next.Subscribe and Rate 5 stars—let's grow together.

In today's RaiseMasters Radio episode, I'm joined by Vick Mehta, a retail-focused investor who recently raised $1.5M while on vacation. We talk about how Vick transitioned into the cannabis space, the impact of investor feedback, and how joining RaiseMasters accelerated his growth. Tune in to hear how he's scaling faster than ever by combining trust, diversification, and community. Resources mentioned in the episode: Vick Mehta Website Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser's Edge. Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

With Don out, Tom Cock and advisor Roxy Butner tackle the increasingly hot question: should you trust a human or a machine with your money? They dig into two recent studies—one showing AI beating most fund managers, and another suggesting no long-term winner at all. Listener questions range from DIY ETF portfolios and Roth IRA conversion pitfalls to a wildly complex $2.5M retirement scenario involving crypto, precious metals, and a self-directed IRA full of land. Tom and Roxy break it all down with practical advice and a few well-placed jabs at donut holes, Darth Vader, and inheritance headaches. 0:04 More machine than man? Tom opens with AI vs. human money management 1:14 Stanford AI outperforms 93% of human fund managers—sort of 2:35 Another study says: no clear winner between AI and humans 3:12 Why persistent outperformance doesn't exist—and that's OK 3:39 Roxy joins: paddleboards, decorating, and financial clarity 4:16 Listener question: DIY ETF portfolio for granddaughter (too complex) 5:54 Portfolio breakdown: too much large cap, bonds in a Roth? 7:44 Listener question: Switching from Vanguard Star Fund to ETFs 9:32 Roth IRA tips: stock-heavy, not for bonds or cash 10:25 Listener question: Deductible IRA mistake—now what? 11:54 Backdoor Roth IRA rules, income limits, and pro-rata traps 13:19 Recharacterization forms and Social Security timing advice 14:44 Listener question: ETF dividends—should I reinvest or not? 15:14 ETF tax basics: capital gains vs. dividends 16:42 Listener question: $2.5M+ retirement plan review from Woodstock, GA 17:14 Income breakdown: Air Force pension, SS, rental income, part-time job 18:43 Self-directed IRA full of land, CDs, and cash 19:59 Precious metals and crypto: too much risk, not enough balance 20:35 Bonds or not? Depends on goals, not age 21:55 Planning questions: What's the money for? 23:25 RMDs and taxes from a self-directed IRA 24:27 Fair market value complications and IRS penalties 25:46 Inheriting land in an IRA: yes, it's a pain 27:28 Wrap-up: Why human advice still matters—even if AI's getting smarter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to become a millionaire? This is the lowest-risk, highest-leverage path almost no one talks about.In this episode, Rich sits down with powerhouse duo Michael and Tracy—the SD Mortgage Couple—to break down exactly how everyday Americans are stacking 7-figure real estate portfolios with little to no money down. From FHA to VA loans, they explain how to buy $5M+ in real estate in just a few years… even if you're starting from zero.They cover:How to buy 10 doors in 3 years using strategic loan sequencingWhy the VA loan is the most underutilized wealth-building tool in AmericaThe step-by-step play to get a $1M home with 0% downHow to negotiate seller credits and use down payment assistance the right wayThe “marry/divorce/remarry” strategy that's more common than you thinkIf you want the blueprint for building wealth in real estate without needing $100K in the bank, this is the episode.Join our investor waitlist and stay in the know about our next investor opportunity with Somers Capital: www.somerscapital.com/invest. Want to join our Boutique Hotel Mastermind Community? Book a free strategy call with our team: www.hotelinvesting.com. If you're committed to scaling your personal brand and achieving 7-figure success, it's time to level up with the 7 Figure Creator Mastermind Community. Book your exclusive intro call today at www.the7figurecreator.com and gain access to the strategies that will accelerate your growth.

Ep. 174 features Evan Fisher from Sparket, which is a B2B platform helping operators reach new demographics through alternative betting markets and gamified slots. Hear him discuss: How he and co-founder Aaron built Sparket after work hours while still at Google and in finance Why Sparket is doubling down on alternative markets like pop culture and reality TV to attract underserved bettors New partnerships with Penn Entertainment and Wonder Nation, and what they signal about Sparket's momentum Their soon-to-be-granted patent for AI-powered market creation, filed back in 2020 How Sparket raised ~$2.5M through angel investors while avoiding institutional capital (so far) What winning “Startup of the Year” at The Starties meant to him and why it felt different from other industry awards His honest take on the mental toll of founding a startup, and how he manages the grind Why gratitude, yoga, and stepping away from the screen help him stay sane while building How Sparket is preparing for NFL season with Swift-Kelce-themed contests and slot-credit tie-ins   Catch the video version of this episode here.   Learn more

Welcome back to the Konfidence in the Klutch Podcast with Donald Nelson. Don D gives thoughts and prayers to the families of Malcolm Jamal Warner, Ozzy Osbourne, Hulk Hogan, and those who lost their lives in the NY mass shooting (2:45).  Don P gives an udate on where he's been (6:45).  Konfidence in the Klutch's Deezus gives his Konfident Service Announcement: Psychological Projection (8:45). Deezus talks politics as usual with thoughts on Trump stating the Washington Commanders will have to change their name back to the bigot name or he won't approve a referendum (11:30).  Deezus then shares his NBA news with Booker now having the highest annual value in the NBA at $72.5M.  Beal to the Clippers, Dame back to the Blazers, and Smart to the Lakers (13:10).  Deezus then shares his NBA news with an opinion on their CBA, how much BRI they should ask for, and what their shirts should've said during the all star game (19:30).  Deezus shares his Quick Ones, Clipse and Raekwon albums are dope.  Someone stole Beyoncé's stuff.  Shannon Sharpe settles a lawsuit.  The Joe Budden Network generates $20 million a year independently. (27:45). The podcast was recorded at 4:30 p.m. CT on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.  Host: Donald Nelson Producer/Engineer: Donald Nelson Music by: Konfidence in the Klutch Productions Subscribe, Stream, or Download:

This week's Espresso covers news from Fu2re, Woba, RapiCredit, and more!Outline of this episode:[00:30] – Fu2re raises $2.2M from Copel Ventures and Indicator Capital[00:44] – Woba raises $13.5M to grow flexible office network[00:55] – RapiCredit raises $5M from Alma Sustainable Finance[01:05] – Latitud to invest $500 K in eight idea‑stage founders[01:16] – 500 Global to Invest $9M in Latam AI Startups[01:32] – Circulate Capital closes US$75.8M fund to tackle plastic pollution in Latin AmericaResources & people mentioned:Startups: Fu2re, Woba, RapiCredit, VCs: Copel Ventures, Indicator Capital, Bewater, Alma Sustainable Finance, Latitud SF Fellowship, 500 Global, Circulate Capital

Elizabeth Weil, founder and managing partner of Scribble Ventures, just closed an $80 million Fund III focused on AI-native startups.She spent seven years at Twitter during hypergrowth from 60 to 2,500 employees, then built the Market Development team at Andreessen Horowitz.⭐ Sponsored by Podcast10x - Podcasting agency for VCs - https://podcast10x.comKey Topics discussed:The Scribble Network- 100+ operators and executives providing deal flow and portfolio support- Strategic angels helping companies scale- "Unfair advantages" through warm connectionsAI Investment Philosophy- Backing "AI-native" founders who "grew up" with the technology- Focus on proprietary data and unique workflows- Moat matters more than ever in a noisy landscapeBold Predictions- Every person will have a personalized tutor in their pocket- Digital immortality: preserving knowledge beyond physical existence- AI transforming healthcare, education, and daily behaviorsFounder Evaluation- Key question: "Why are you the team on this planet that is going to be able to build this company?"- Looking for "guttural desire" vs. whiteboard solutions- Warm introductions as primary signalFund Details- $80M Fund III for pre-seed and seed- $750K - $1.5M initial checks- Can lead, co-lead, or follow rounds- Intentionally generalist despite AI focusContact:- Website: scribble.vc- Email: hello@scribble.vc- X: @elizabethTimestamps:(00:00) Introduction(02:39) Elizabeth's journey from Stanford to Twitter(03:08) Early career and how she got into tech and startups(08:57) The Scribble Network and how it helps portfolio companies(12:21) Definition of AI-native companies and key characteristics of founding teams(14:17) Assessing the defensibility of a startup's data strategy(15:39) Learnings from operating at Twitter and Andreessen Horowitz(18:08) Key factors for investing at pre-seed and seed stages(20:13) Fundraising experience for Fund Three and navigating the LP landscape(23:03) Approach to valuations in the AI startup ecosystem(24:28) Exciting AI sub-sectors and areas with potential(30:15) Evaluating startups in a rapidly evolving AI landscape(31:51) Advice for early-stage founders on building their venture(34:08) Rapid fire round of questions about Scribble Ventures' investment strategyFor sponsorship or guest appearance requests, write to prashantchoubey3@gmail.comSubscribe to VC10X on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts.

On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, we're joined by Michael Jacobson, CEO of French Florist—the Los Angeles-based floral brand that has transformed from a single struggling shop into a $9.5M+ powerhouse poised for national franchise expansion. Michael is on a mission to disrupt the floral industry with a blend of creativity, operational excellence, and a commitment to customer experience.In our conversation, Michael shares what it took to transform French Florist, from the unsexy but critical work behind the scenes to building a brand that puts feelings and customer experience first. We dive into the systems and mindset shifts needed to scale a family business, the power of storytelling in a traditional industry, and why focusing on values before revenue has driven French Florist's success.Whether you're a founder looking to reinvent a legacy business, a brand builder wanting to understand operational excellence with heart, or someone who loves hearing about bold transformations—this episode is packed with insight and inspiration. Now on The Kara Goldin Show. Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks. To learn more about Michael Jacobson and French Florist:https://www.instagram.com/frenchfloristhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelrichardjacobsonhttps://www.frenchflorist.com/ Sponsored By:Open Phone - OpenPhone is offering 20% off your first 6 months! Just go to OpenPhone.com/KaraGoldinApple Card - Visit apple.co/cardcalculator today and discover just how much Daily Cash you can earn. Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/720

Jess Fenton unpacks the often-misunderstood energetic patterns that emerge in spiritual businesses hovering around the $1M–$2M revenue mark. Far from being a matter of burnout, Jess reveals that what's actually happening is a dense projection field entangling the business owner with their clients, audience, and identity.Drawing parallels between business and romantic relationships, Jess explores the honeymoon period, karmic contracts, and the subtle yet powerful shift into codependency that silently kills expansion. This episode offers a wake-up call and a way through — especially if your business is starting to feel heavier, your launches aren't hitting, or your creativity has dulled.She also shares why she's opted out of the spiritual community, how projection affects your nervous system and visibility, and why overgiving is blocking the next level of wealth.Whether you're moving toward $5M+ or simply want to clear space for speed, precision, and lightness — this conversation will rewire how you hold your business and yourself.✨ In this episode, you'll learn:Why $1–$2M/year is the densest point in business energetically — and how to dissolve itThe surprising link between romantic relationships and your client relationshipsWhy Jess rejects the healing identity — and what she chooses insteadHow the coaching industry accidentally creates projection fields and resentmentThe truth about overgiving, responsibility, and martyrdom in spiritual businessHow to restructure your business to support freedom, fun, and expansive incomeThe energetic architecture behind clear launches and effortless money flow

Episode 171: Get our no-fluff training on how to build a profitable online business: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/register-launch-scaleGetting noticed in a crowded and oversaturated market is difficult. No matter how much content you create, you get lost in the noise, making it hard to build credibility and reach new audiences.In this episode, Ishveen Jolly teaches us how to leverage influencer partnerships even on a small budget. She reveals how to find authentic connections between athletes/celebrities and your coaching or course business, negotiate deals starting as low as $250 or even product exchanges, and repurpose that content across multiple channels for maximum impact.Ishveen also shares creative partnership models beyond simple promotions, including co-creating specialized courses and building long-term affiliate relationships that can transform your marketing strategy.About Ishveen Jolly: Ishveen is a trailblazer in the sports marketing industry having built OpenSponsorship.com into the world's largest marketplace connecting brands to athletes for digital marketing campaigns.Her accolades include getting on the Forbes 30U30 sports list, Inc's top 100 female Founders list and raising over $5M for the company including from NBA team owners, athletes such as Serena Williams, notable VCs and her Alma Mater Oxford University.The marketplace has 17,000 athletes, 60% are managed by the major sports agencies and 40% is athletes direct. They have done 10,000 deals including for brands like Walmart, Footlocker, ESPN, Fanduel, Western Union, and 100s more.Connect with Ishveen:https://opensponsorship.com https://instagram.com/opensponsorshipWant to SCALE your online business bigger and faster without the endless hustle of networking, referrals, and pumping out content that nobody sees?Grab our Ultimate Ad Script for Coaches, Agencies, and Course Creators.Learn the exact 5-step script we teach our clients that allows them to generate targeted, high-quality leads at ultra-low cost, so you can land paying customers and clients without breaking the bank on ad spend. Grab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-script✅ Connect With Us:Website - https://DigitalTrailblazer.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/digitaltrailblazerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitaltrailblazerTwitter: https://twitter.com/DgtlTrailblazerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/DigitalTrailblazer

If you've hired a COO, Director of Ops, or Head of Operations—and they've failed to get traction or scale your backend—this is your wake-up call.Jordan Ross breaks down the real reason marketing agencies, SMMAs, and ad agencies keep cycling through operators who never quite “get it.” Spoiler: most operators are trained to manage, not architect. And if you don't hire or train for system design, you're setting them (and your agency) up for failure.

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What happens when you take a simple daily habit like your morning coffee, and supercharge it with performance ingredients, influencer buzz and a Formula One partnership? You get Before You Speak, the Brisbane-based functional coffee brand co-founded by Jaryd Terkelsen. In this episode, Jaryd shares the caffeine-fuelled story behind Before You Speak's rise from a D2C startup to a global ecommerce brand, now stocked in Woolworths, Ampol, Amazon Australia, and launching into the UAE.In this episode, we're covering:Why and how functional coffee works The shift from D2C to retail and how they landed in Woolies, Ampol & moreGoing global: UAE expansion, Amazon growth, and F1 influenceJaryd's $1.5M lesson in shiny-object syndrome and finding focusSubscription, loyalty, and creative hacks that actually moved the needleThe silky Irish AI ad that crushed Meta acquisition costsConnect with Jaryd TerkelsenExplore Before You SpeakUse code: ATCXBYS20 to get 20% off Hurry! offer ends 31 August 2025 at 11:59pm AEST. Not valid with other discounts, bundles, loyalty rewards or subscriptions.Questions? Shoot us a text!Support the showWant to level up your ecommerce game? Come hang out in the Add To Cart Community. We're talking deep dives, smart events, and real-world inspo for operators who are in it for the long haul. Connect with Nathan BushContact Add To CartJoin the Community

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Surfshark's study reports that Ireland's data breaches increased by 70% in Q2 compared to Q1 2025 (87k vs. 51.1k), meaning over 100 thousand accounts were compromised in Ireland during the first half of the year. Globally, the latest data shows a 34% increase from 70 million to 94 million leaked accounts. The United States, France, India, Germany, and Israel were the countries most affected by breaches in Q2 2025. "Today's digital age requires all of us to share more and more personal information to carry out daily tasks. Whether sharing your name and address for food deliveries, or phone numbers when making a booking at a barber shop, there is no guarantee that businesses are keeping crucial information safe and secure. In the wrong hands, this data can be used to commit identity theft, via social media, for targeted scams or sold on the dark web - where they're traded for further illegal use." says Sarunas Sereika, Product Manager at Surfshark. An upward trend in breached Irish accounts is observed in Q2 2025, where data breaches increased by 70% compared to the previous quarter. Ireland ranks 38th globally with 87 thousand breached accounts (previously 51k in Q1 2025). Data breach statistics over the years Surfshark's analysis of data breaches since 2004 shows Ireland is the 4th in Northern Europe, with 27.3M compromised user accounts. A total of 6.5M unique emails were breached from Ireland. Statistically, the average Irish has been affected by data breaches around 5 times. 18.4M passwords were leaked together with Irish accounts, putting 67% of breached users in danger of account take over that might lead to identity theft, extortion or other cybercrimes. Ireland's full profile in the Global Data Breach Monitoring project can be found here: https://surfshark.com/research/data-breach-monitoring?country=ie Which countries have been the most affected in Q2 2025? In descending order, the ten most breached countries in Q2 2025 were the US (42.5M), France (11.4M), India (1.7M), Germany (1.3M), Israel (1.2M), Canada (968.6k), the UK (944k), Thailand (889.1k), Brazil (639.6k), and China (578.3k). The countries with the highest breach density over Q2 2025 (number of leaked accounts per 1,000 residents): France (172), Israel (130), the US (123), Singapore (26), Canada (24), South Sudan (23), Belgium (21), Ireland (16), Switzerland (16) and Germany (15). METHODOLOGY A data breach happens when confidential and sensitive data gets exposed to unauthorised third parties. In this study, we treat every breached or leaked email address used to register for online services as a separate user account, which may have been leaked with additional information, such as password, phone number, IP address, eircode, and more. The data was collected by our independent partners from 29,000 publicly available databases and aggregated by email address. This data was then anonymised and passed on to Surfshark's researchers to analyse their findings statistically. Countries with a population of less than 1M people were not included in the analysis. The Data Breach World Map is updated quarterly with the most recent data from our independent partners. For the full methodology, please refer to: https://surfshark.com/research/data-breach-monitoring/methodology See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

With rising home prices and limited eligibility pathways, single professionals in Singapore are facing tougher property decisions than ever. In this episode of Nuggets on the Go, Melvin Lim, Joan, and Yong Zhun from PropertyLimBrothers discuss the case of Darren, a 32-year-old earning $10,000 a month, who's considering whether to commit to a $1.5M condo—or wait until 35 to qualify for a resale HDB.   They dissect the feasibility of buying a 1-bedroom condo and comparing potential returns from OCR and RCR properties. They also weigh in on alternative strategies like REITs and what it means to tie up capital for the long term.   For singles who are financially ready but unsure about timing. If you've ever asked yourself, “Should I buy now or wait?“, this episode's for you.   00:00 Introduction 01:10 Is '4' a good number for real estate 04:08 Episode 1 & 2 recap 04:28 Single Buyer profile (32 years old) 06:41 New Launch advantages 07:59 Strategies 10:45 Co-investing in a commercial/industrial property 11:39 Which strategy to take 14:49 Will you pay ABSD as a single? 16:53 Wait till 35 y/o to buy a resale property 21:00 How much can Darren afford? 25:27 Options 31:40 Passive income option 34:30 Liquidity event 36:05 Residencial and Industrial property route 39:24 Better capital appreciation for industrial properties 40:07 Performance of industrial properties 42:20 $1,000,000 can buy an 1-bedder? 46:00 1-Bed / 2-Bed 1-Bath / 2-Bed 2-Bath Comparison 49:55 Next Stronger Asset 53:16 Key things to take note for your property loan 55:24 Part 2 topics 56:28 Outtakes

Are you just another pest control company, or are you building a brand that stands out? In this episode, Allan Draper sits down with Andrew Peluso, founder of Pesty Marketing, to talk about what really separates high-growth PCOs from the rest. From targeting the right audience to dialing in your messaging and actually backing it up, this conversation is packed with practical advice for PCOs ready to grow past the $1M mark and dominate their market.They cover:Why most PCOs blend in (and how to avoid it)Real-world ways to differentiate your brand (hint: it's not your logo)Why niching down doesn't mean losing customersHow your marketing impacts every part of your business, from ops to hiringWhether you're at $500K or $5M, this episode will challenge how you think about growth, marketing, and what it takes to lead a pest control company that truly stands out.Tune in and take notes, this one's a blueprint for next-level scaling.

What happens when you're producing $4.5M a year… but still feel stuck? In this episode, Dr. Ben Oppenheimer shares the real cost of being the top producer in a growing dental organization. From hiring associates and scaling to 7 practices, to the challenge of letting go and learning to lead, Ben opens up about the hard lessons that come with growth. He talks mentorship, internal training, and what it takes to stop being the bottleneck in your own business. If you're wearing all the hats, this one hits home.

Join Roger as he welcomes Leslie Durso, a dynamic chef and culinary consultant who works with the Four Seasons and personal clients. Discover how Leslie blends health-focused culinary practices with profitability in the restaurant industry. Learn about handling food allergies, plant-based menu options that entice all customers, and the financial benefits of healthier choices. Leslie also shares her secrets for maintaining a positive workplace culture in high-profile luxury kitchens. Don't miss out on valuable tips for improving your restaurant's bottom line while catering to modern dietary needs.

The problem with most firm owners is that they work harder than their business.If your profit margins aren't hitting 25%, there's a reason — and it starts with your team structure and capacity planning.In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast, Brenton Ward, Ed Chan, and Jamie Johns reveal:✅ How to separate your effort from the business's performance✅ The ideal team productivity % by role (Finders, Minders, Grinders)✅ How to build in spare capacity so you can scale without burning out✅ Why tracking the right KPIs changes everythingWhether you're stuck in the grind or scaling fast - these numbers are non-negotiable. #TheWizeWay #AccountingPodcast #BookkeepingBusiness #CapacityPlanning #WizeMentoring #ProfitFirst #AccountingFirmOwner #TeamStructure________________ PS: Whenever you're ready… here are the fastest 4 ways we can help you fix and grow your accounting firm: 1. 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 3. 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 4. Work with Jamie and our mentors for 8 weeks - Build a custom business plan for your firm - Apply here

On today's show we are looking at the impact of data centres on the local economy where these are located. We are looking at the energy component, and the technology life cycle. You have no doubt heard the statement that “energy is the economy.” It is true that for every unit of GDP there is an equivalent unit of energy consumed somewhere in the world. But in this instance, energy is the lifeblood of the AI industry. In addition to the gold rush in AI, there is a recognition that the world is not generating enough electricity to satisfy the incremental demand from data centres. What caught my attention this past week was not the plethora of announcements of new power generating capacity. Although that is impressive, there is something even more important that we will explore. Let's take a look at the aggregate power generation announcements in just the past month alone. Several of the announcement have been in the range of 2GW. We need to put this in perspective. 2GW of power generation is enough to power 1.5M homes. This is enough to power a city like Phoenix or San Diego or San Antonio. So when we measure the power consumption of a large data centre complex, we are comparing it to the GDP of an entire city of 1.5M homes, or about 3m people. The primary driver of obsolescence is the relentless pace of Nvidia's (and other manufacturers') innovation cycle. New generations of AI chips are released frequently, every 12 to 18 months, bringing significant leaps in computational power, efficiency, and new features.Meta's studies, for example, have shown significant GPU failures during the training of large models like Llama 3, with an estimated annualized failure rate of around 9%, potentially reaching 27% over three years for H100 GPUs. These chips consume a lot of power (700W for H100s, over 1000W for future chips) and generate intense heat, putting immense stress on the hardware.------------**Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1)   iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613)   Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com)   LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce)   YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso)   Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com)  **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital)   Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)  

Send us a textUnlock Proven Strategies for a Lucrative Business Exit—Subscribe to The Deep Wealth Podcast TodayHave Questions About Growing Profits And Maximizing Your Business Exit? Submit Them Here, and We'll Answer Them on the Podcast!“Situations don't define you, keep on doing what you're doing.” - Bobby MesmerExclusive Insights from This Week's EpisodesBillionaire entrepreneur Bobby Mesmer reveals the hard-earned truth behind catastrophic failure, near-death health crises, and building a multi-billion-dollar empire from scratch. From losing $3.5M and being betrayed by a client to suffering strokes, a heart attack, and a rare autoimmune disorder—Bobby shares the gritty reality of resilience, leadership, and legacy. 00:01 Bobby Mesmer's $3.5M loss—and why it was the beginning, not the end00:06 How too many eggs in one basket almost destroyed his business00:13 The turning point where fear became fuel00:18 The real reason his team culture drives billion-dollar results00:20 Embracing failure—and why social media success is a lie00:27 The exact moment he saw the full roadmap of his success00:34 The difference between money and legacy—and why one matters more00:40 Why budgeting, humility, and purpose beat status every timeClick here for full show notes, transcript, and resources:https://podcast.deepwealth.com/458Essential Resources to Maximize Your Business ExitLearn More About Deep Wealth MasteryFREE Deep Wealth eBook on Why You Suck At Selling Your Business And What You Can Do About It (Today)Unlock Your Lucrative Exit and Secure Your Legacy

DescriptionThinking of starting a business partnership? Not so fast. In this episode of Millions Were Made, Jessica Marx and Brooke Dumas break down the truth about business partnerships—when they work, when they don't, and the costly mistakes most founders make.From best friends launching a mug business to seasoned entrepreneurs considering equity deals, they cover every scenario. Jessica shares why most partnerships fail, what makes a strong co-founder relationship, and how to grow your business without giving away 50% of it. You'll also learn about alternative structures like advisory roles, 1099 contractors, and making your first strategic hire.Whether you're just getting started or running a multi 7 figure company, this episode will help you make smart, sustainable decisions about business partnerships, hiring, and growth.Highlights: (00:01) Defining business partnerships beyond co-founders (01:11) Why most founders should not start with a business partner (03:14) When partnerships do make sense (and why it's rare) (05:15) Emotional regulation and the realities of co-founding (06:18) The Karen & Sharon scenario: why 50/50 rarely works (08:36) The $2.5M mistake one founder avoided (09:20) Should you build a business with your spouse? (12:24) Alternatives to 50/50 partnerships: role clarity and 1099s (15:16) Understanding the CEO vs COO dynamic (16:05) Brooke's story: burnout, acquisition talks, and bad timing (17:05) When giving equity does make sense (19:22) What early-stage founders need instead of a partner (21:55) What to do if you're already in a bad partnership (23:14) Why waiting too long to have the hard convo will cost you (24:08) Rethinking partnerships with agencies, advisors, and your teamConnect with Jessica: Instagram: @millionsweremade | @thejessicamarx Work with Jessica: Tailored Premier Website: Millions Were Made

The most common way people lose their cryptocurrency is through mobile sim swaps.In this podcast I speak with GM, Mark Kreitzman of Efani, we dive into the critical risks like SIM swaps and how Efani's unhackable mobile service offers ultimate protection and peace of mind.In this video, Mark discusses:- Why scams intensify during crypto bull runs.- His personal SIM swap experience that led to Efani's creation.- How SIM swaps work and why they're so dangerous.- Efani's unique approach to preventing SIM swaps, including our $5M insurance policy.- Who is at risk Get $99 off your Efani service with my link: https://efani.com/layahUvJZXyNH3bHIfYsfQx5k

From rental properties to a full-blown wellness boutique hotel—Soli Cayetano went all in. At just 26, she bought and repositioned a 13-room hotel in Palm Springs, turning it into a luxury destination with cold plunges, rain rooms, and Himalayan salt saunas. Now, it's racking up press in Forbes, Vogue, and Travel & Leisure's Top 100 Hotels in the World.In this episode, we unpack Soli's first hotel deal, including the capital stack, PR strategy, revenue streams, and why she believes direct bookings are the future. She shares how she raised $2.5M, drove 90%+ direct bookings, built a killer on-site staff, and is now outperforming projections—without relying on OTAs. We also dive into the rise of wellness hospitality, building community through hotels, and how she's stacking amenities for maximum ROI.Connect Soli on Instagram at @lattes.and.leases and her hotel at @terrapalmsprings.Join our investor waitlist and stay in the know about our next investor opportunity with Somers Capital: www.somerscapital.com/invest. Want to join our Boutique Hotel Mastermind Community? Book a free strategy call with our team: www.hotelinvesting.com. If you're committed to scaling your personal brand and achieving 7-figure success, it's time to level up with the 7 Figure Creator Mastermind Community. Book your exclusive intro call today at www.the7figurecreator.com and gain access to the strategies that will accelerate your growth.

Don and Tom highlight what may be today's biggest stock market bargain: small-cap value stocks, which have drastically underperformed large-cap growth and now appear poised for long-term reversion to the mean. They explain why chasing big winners like Nvidia and Apple could backfire, and why broad diversification with a tilt toward small and value still makes sense. Callers get help with tax drag from old mutual funds, switching from expensive active funds to ETFs, household asset allocation, Roth conversions, and whether to sell a large single-stock inheritance. The show wraps with a well-deserved swipe at Jordan Belfort's shameless self-promotion. 0:05 Don kicks things off with a musical flashback: The Who's “Bargain” sets the tone for a segment on what may be today's biggest investing bargain—small value stocks. 2:00 The S&P 500 has averaged 13.2% annually since 2014; small caps lag at 7.2%. Investors are fleeing small-cap ETFs just as they may be poised for reversion to the mean. 3:30 The top five stocks in the S&P 500 are now five times larger than the entire Russell 2000. That kind of imbalance can't last forever. 5:08 Historically, small-cap value has outperformed large growth by ~4% annually over 100 years—yet most investors are overexposed to U.S. large-cap growth. 8:08 Instead of market timing, build a balanced portfolio based on your risk tolerance. Consider overweighting small and value, but don't ditch large caps entirely. 9:23 Even the worst year for small caps (2008, -34%) wasn't as bad as the S&P's peak-to-trough crash (-57%). Diversification isn't just smart—it's safer. 10:23 For equity allocation: a 1/3 split between large U.S., small U.S., and international may be simple, but effective. 11:59 Eugene from Baltimore has a $5M+ portfolio generating massive taxable income. Don and Tom recommend municipal bonds and more tax-efficient ETFs. 17:45 Mutual fund to ETF conversions (like those offered by Vanguard and Dimensional) could reduce Eugene's tax bill without triggering capital gains. 22:43 BJ from San Antonio holds a pricey Invesco fund (SMMIX) full of big tech—essentially a closet index fund with an 0.85% fee. Time to switch to low-cost, diversified ETFs. 25:38 Vanguard's VUG offers the same exposure with more holdings and a 0.04% fee—plus it's transparent, predictable, and consistent. 28:43 Ron in Lakeland wonders if he should copy his wife's ETFs. If your household has a unified asset allocation plan, identical holdings across accounts are fine. 31:27 Jerry from Lacey, WA asks whether to keep doing Roth conversions or start Social Security now. Don and Tom advise continuing tax-efficient conversions, possibly up to the 22% bracket, but not beyond. Also watch out for income thresholds that affect benefits like the $6K tax rebate. 35:46 Sherry (dropped call) inherited $4M in Microsoft. Diversify! But do it with a tax strategy and professional help. 36:49 Don reacts to a nauseating LinkedIn post by Jordan Belfort, reminding us that glorifying financial predators only feeds industry corruption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the hosts break down an overpriced, confusingly diversified urgent care and med spa hybrid in Orange County, exploring why it's unlikely to trade at the asking price.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/Business-Opportunity/urgent-care-for-kids-and-adults-full-service-plus-med-spa-3405-sqft/2323118/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Sponsors:This episode is sponsored by OpenPhone — the modern phone system built for founders and operators. OpenPhone lets you create dedicated business numbers that work right from your existing phone or desktop. You get features like auto-replies, shared inboxes, call recording, integrations with tools like Slack and HubSpot—and best of all, you look way more professional.We use OpenPhone here at Acquisitions Anonymous. It keeps our personal lives separate, our teams in sync, and our deals moving fast.Head to https://www.openphone.com/aapod for more info.Verivend – Simplify your capital calls and LP payments with Verivend's frictionless, secure platform. No more wires, no more hassle. Learn more at https://www.verivend.comThe hosts dive into a peculiar $8M listing for a hybrid urgent care and med spa based in South Orange County, California. Pulling in $3.5M in gross revenue with $1.5M in seller's discretionary earnings, the business claims to offer everything from urgent care and COVID testingKey Highlights:- $3.5M revenue, $1.5M SDE, asking $8M (5x+ multiple)- Located in affluent South Orange County, CA- Services range from urgent care to med spa and STD testing- Owner is “very semi-absentee” and willing to stay on- Hosts question valuation, mixed identity, and transaction viabilitySubscribe to weekly our Newsletter and get curated deals in your inboxAdvertise with us by clicking here Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show! Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations. For inquiries or suggestions, email us at contact@acquanon.com

Ever feel like you're wearing a mask in your business, afraid to show your true self? Today I sit down with Caryn Meininger, a successful entrepreneur who made a bold pivot from corporate life to follow her authentic calling. Caryn shares her journey from manifesting a million-dollar month in her family business to embracing her passion for holistic coaching and life artistry. We explore the power of authenticity in business and how aligning with your true self can lead to incredible success. Don't miss these #GoldenBoulders in today's episode: - Learn to focus on alignment rather than chasing money - How to use shame as a superpower to lead through challenges - The 90-second rule for processing emotions - Learn to focus on the feeling behind what you want to achieve Caryn's story of manifesting a million-dollar month is truly inspiring! Ready to transform your business by embracing your true self? Tune in to this episode and start your journey towards authentic entrepreneurship today! Timestamped Overview: [00:00] Caryn's origin story and stepping into her calling [03:25] Manifesting a million-dollar month (and making $1.5M in PPE pivot) [06:50] The moment she walked away from the family business [10:15] Realizing the misalignment in her “successful” life [13:40] The link between visualization and collapsing timelines [17:05] Feeling joy now as a way to attract more [20:30] Nervous system capacity and the self-sabotage trap [23:55] Flipping the rut: the power of remembering wins [27:20] Letting emotions move through you in 90 seconds [30:45] Why creators fear being seen and how to get past it [34:10] The performance trap vs. true authenticity [37:35] The exhaustion of showing up as someone you're not [41:00] Persona vs. essence: being you in all rooms [44:25] Zone of excellence vs. zone of genius [47:50] Using breath and embodiment to rewire emotions Connect with Caryn:

Tune into the Prosperity Podcast for a refreshing take on financial simplicity! Discover why less is more when it comes to personal finance, as host Kim shares insights from 30 years of experience. Learn to avoid unnecessary complexity and strengthen your financial foundation. Perfect for those seeking clarity and effectiveness in their financial planning! Prosperity Thinkers is proud to be an affiliate of the transformative Gravy Stack movement, helping individuals around the world unlock their potential and achieve financial freedom. By providing resources, tools, and mentorship, we contribute to creating a culture of abundance, possibility, and growth. Please note, that as an affiliate, we may receive compensation for our efforts. Our collaboration, however, goes beyond financial arrangements; we truly believe in the power of the Gravy Stack movement to change lives and foster prosperity. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers' thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode.   Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ http://prosperityparents.com/  https://prosperitythinkers.com/action/  https://www.youtube.com/@KimDHButler https://prosperityparents.com/    Show Notes Financial simplicity: Less complexity, fewer products. Foundations of personal finance: Legal structures. Simple financial foundation: Whole life insurance. Focusing on core legal documents. Mental burden of complex financial planning. Financial structure advice for net worth under $5M. Medical power of attorney necessity for young adults. Teaching financial competency to children. Simple asset and debt list preparation. Back to basics in financial planning. Importance of understanding work benefits. Financial specialist vs. general knowledge.   Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide.   Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead!    Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here   Subscribe on your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes RSS  

In this episode, the hosts break down an overpriced, confusingly diversified urgent care and med spa hybrid in Orange County, exploring why it's unlikely to trade at the asking price.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/Business-Opportunity/urgent-care-for-kids-and-adults-full-service-plus-med-spa-3405-sqft/2323118/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Sponsors:This episode is sponsored by OpenPhone — the modern phone system built for founders and operators. OpenPhone lets you create dedicated business numbers that work right from your existing phone or desktop. You get features like auto-replies, shared inboxes, call recording, integrations with tools like Slack and HubSpot—and best of all, you look way more professional.We use OpenPhone here at Acquisitions Anonymous. It keeps our personal lives separate, our teams in sync, and our deals moving fast.Head to https://www.openphone.com/aapod for more info.Verivend – Simplify your capital calls and LP payments with Verivend's frictionless, secure platform. No more wires, no more hassle. Learn more at https://www.verivend.comThe hosts dive into a peculiar $8M listing for a hybrid urgent care and med spa based in South Orange County, California. Pulling in $3.5M in gross revenue with $1.5M in seller's discretionary earnings, the business claims to offer everything from urgent care and COVID testingKey Highlights:- $3.5M revenue, $1.5M SDE, asking $8M (5x+ multiple)- Located in affluent South Orange County, CA- Services range from urgent care to med spa and STD testing- Owner is “very semi-absentee” and willing to stay on- Hosts question valuation, mixed identity, and transaction viabilitySubscribe to weekly our Newsletter and get curated deals in your inboxAdvertise with us by clicking here Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show! Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations. For inquiries or suggestions, email us at contact@acquanon.com

He was poor, went broke, and still made $90K on his first deal. By 28, John Devaney bought a brokerage firm and turned it into a money-printing machine: $5M in year one, $25M in year two, $45M in year three. At the peak, his firm was making $110M in pure profit. Then 2008 wiped him out. He lost over $200M… and came back swinging. In this episode, John breaks down how he rebuilt from zero, launched a $200M fund, and pulled off 100%+ returns in the most brutal bond markets. Today, he's not just killing it in finance, he's producing films with a mission. This is what happens when you bet big, get crushed, and don't quit.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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Big Story:  The Cooper FireCooper Fire relief fund reached $100,000 and distributes to fire victimsRenters at The Cooper reeling after Fort Worth fire. Many had no insuranceFort Worth firefighters, city learning lessons from six-alarm Cooper fireDisplaced Cooper tenants forge community, demand accountability after Fort Worth fireShort Story 1: Fort Worth Police Chief finalists announcedShort Story 2: Republican precinct chairs refuse to hold Bo French accountableShort Story 3: Innovation in Fort WorthDrone deliveries to take off in East Fort WorthMP Materials and AppleAI supercomputer plant could land in Fort Worth Wins: Transit Zine was released!Heartland Flyer gets $3.5M to keep Fort Worth-Oklahoma City route alive for a yearFort Worth girls raise over $64K for Camp MysticLosses: Greg Abbott called for a special session that starts July 21. Actions:August 5th - Fort Worth City Council meeting to vote on DEIAugust 14th - Fort Worth Police Chief finalists forum at 5:30pm at City HallNext week Wesley & Ann will be gone, so there will be no episode. But we'll be back August 4th.

FILL OUT THE SURVEY BY CLICKING HERE: https://forms.gle/DFpR9MyhWo1NQ8T39 Charlie and Colin dive deep into investigative journalism that reveals the US government's Bitcoin holdings are far more complex than anyone realized. After a $10K bounty led to a FOIA request, we discovered the US Marshals Service holds just 29,000 Bitcoin - not the 200,000 widely reported. We explore seized vs forfeited assets, government custody practices, and why Senator Lummis got it wrong. Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com **Notes:** • US Marshals hold 29,000 Bitcoin worth $3.4B • Arkham shows 198,000 Bitcoin for US government • US sold 195,000 Bitcoin for $366.5M total • Bitfinex hack involved 94,000 seized Bitcoin • Government peak holdings: 237K Bitcoin (2022) • $10K bounty offered for Marshal data Timestamps: 00:00 Start 00:47 Lola investigates 05:27 29k BTC 11:03 Politicians enter the chat 17:47 Government custody providers -

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Investigative journalism reveals US Marshals hold only 29K Bitcoin, not 200K as widely believed. We explore the difference between seized vs forfeited assets and why government Bitcoin tracking is so confusing.Charlie and Colin dive deep into investigative journalism that reveals the US government's Bitcoin holdings are far more complex than anyone realized. After a $10K bounty led to a FOIA request, we discovered the US Marshals Service holds just 29,000 Bitcoin - not the 200,000 widely reported. We explore seized vs forfeited assets, government custody practices, and why Senator Lummis got it wrong.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com**Notes:**• US Marshals hold 29,000 Bitcoin worth $3.4B• Arkham shows 198,000 Bitcoin for US government• US sold 195,000 Bitcoin for $366.5M total• Bitfinex hack involved 94,000 seized Bitcoin• Government peak holdings: 237K Bitcoin (2022)• $10K bounty offered for Marshal dataTimestamps:00:00 Start00:47 Lola investigates05:27 29k BTC11:03 Politicians enter the chat17:47 Government custody providers-

From a $1.5M poker win against Phil Ivey to a front-page war with Mark Zuckerberg, the boys share their unbelievable origin stories. We then dive into the "Microstrategy for Ethereum" playbook and explain why the current crypto bubble could dwarf 2021.Welcome to the Alfalfa Podcast

Struggling with staffing? You're not alone. In this episode, we uncover why 47% of your restaurant employees may be ready to quit—and what you can do about it. Leadership expert David Strange reveals proven hiring tactics, morale-boosting strategies, and the one thing most leaders miss. From “hire slow, fire fast” to the secret behind bottom-up leadership, this is your ultimate playbook for building a loyal, high-performing team. Unlock all the Secrets to Running a Highly Profitable Restaurant. Follow the Restaurant Profit Fast Track: Master Finances, Boost Sales, Train Staff, and Multiply Your Revenue! Unlimited Staff Accounts. Join the Restaurant Academy: https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy Connect with Restaurant Rockstars on Social Media: LinkedIn Roger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-beaudoin-21590016 LinkedIn Restaurant Rockstars: https://www.linkedin.com/company/restaurant-rockstars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restaurantrockstars/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantrockstars X: https://x.com/RestaurantRock1 Thank you to our sponsors: The Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/ Fora Financial: Money and funding for restaurant inventory, new equipment, or whatever you choose. Easy apply, fast decision and up to $1.5M funding. Funding subject to terms and conditions. Go to www.forafinancial.com/rockstar MyEmployees: A happy team is a productive team. Boost morale, team-spirit and employee appreciation with impactful, consistent and genuine recognition programs. MyEmployees helps thousands of hospitality leaders uplevel performance, lower turnover and build winning teams. https://myemployees.com/hospitality/ TouchBistro: Touch Bistro helps speed up service, reduce errors and turn tables faster while loyalty programs, online ordering and contactless payments boost your bottom line.

Most agencies never crack eight figures. Mark Orttung helped one grow to $130M—by breaking every "safe" rule.In this episode, we dive into what agency owners at the $1–5M mark can actually do to punch past the common growth ceilings.The most important shift?He stopped selling to job titles—and started selling to buyers with something to prove.⏱ Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Why agencies need a rethink00:36 – Mark's background: Accenture, startups, bill.com, Nexient02:23 – Studying AI in the 90s: symbolic vs neural nets04:30 – Stepping into Nexient at $39M—and losing $5M first06:59 – Early differentiation struggles and customer perception08:29 – Building product-style squads inside a services business10:38 – The big leap: shifting from selling people to selling outcomes11:08 – Simplifying the pitch: “life's too short for crappy software”13:12 – Saying no to revenue: the scary path to focus14:14 – Selling without data: enterprise outbound as testing lab16:26 – Creating their own conference as a positioning feedback loop19:34 – Cross-industry client base: healthcare to gas utilities to tech20:25 – Specializing by service vs vertical in today's world24:52 – Growth “walls”: from founder-led to decentralized structure29:21 – Change agents: how to spot internal buyers who take risks32:40 – The next wall at 150M and why he chose to exit36:56 – Getting ghosted on a term sheet, then driving a bidding war40:17 – The Project Works origin story: from spreadsheet to SaaS42:28 – Why every services firm needs better resourcing visibility47:29 – What's next: proposal automation, AI, and growth tooling48:49 – Where to find Mark and Project WorksKey PointsWhy scaling past the eight figures in a services firm requires breaking the founder bottleneckWhy “life's too short for crappy software” became a high-converting missionThe opportunity of building or early adopters—not the mainstreamHow to identify and win over internal change agents in large enterprisesHow Project Works helps agencies resource smarter and prevent margin leaksUsing conferences as real-time feedback loops for positioningWhy now is the time to apply AI to services growth ops—especially proposalsLinks & Resources:

S5:E17 In this high-voltage episode, Dr. LL sits down with Neil Twa, substack writer of column, ⚡"High Voltage Business Builders" and author of Almost Automated Income with FBA (Fulfilment by Amazon). He shares hard-won lessons from going bankrupt to building a multimillion-dollar Amazon consulting business. Whether you're trying to break through a revenue plateau or reframe your leadership mindset, Neil's battle-tested advice is a game-changer for entrepreneurs ready to level up. For over 17 years, Neil has been constructing businesses both online and offline after departing his senior IBM role. Since 2012, he's launched 5+ personal brands, generated 10's of millions in revenues as 8 figures sellers, and assisted in the growth of 1000+ others through consulting, coaching, and mentoring alongside his partner, Reed, and their Voltage team.

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How do you grow your business from $1.8M to $5M — and get your life back in the process? In this episode of the Profit Tool Belt show, Dominic Rubino breaks down a real case study of a kitchen renovator who transformed his business using smart systems, job tracking, and a new mindset. It's practical. It's doable. And it could be you next.

Michael and Heather break down an Estonian e-commerce business selling lighting kits for LEGO sets, questioning its steep 7x EBITDA price tag amid thin margins, one-time buyers, and China sourcing risks.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/Business-Opportunity/lights-for-lego-game-of-bricks/2322004/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

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