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On today's episode of She Believed She Could, we're joined by powerhouse entrepreneur Dylan Jahraus—founder of the Multi-Six Figure Etsy Blueprint, creator of the etSEO software, and a woman who turned her Etsy side hustle into a global brand helping thousands do the same.Dylan shares how she built a 7-figure business from scratch, what makes Etsy so powerful for digital entrepreneurs, and why focusing on a single scalable offer can radically transform your revenue. From hiring lessons and software development to building recurring revenue and going viral on TikTok, Dylan keeps it real on what it takes to win in the digital space—without burning out.If you've ever thought Etsy was “just for crafts,” this episode will blow your mind. Whether you're a coach, course creator, or just Etsy-curious, Dylan's story proves that one decision can change everything. 

Here's a hard truth most nurses won't like: nursing will never make you wealthy. In this rawand eye-opening episode, I share the exact investments I made that helped me generate over $700K online — and why staying "safe" is actually the riskiest financial decision you can make.From my first $9K group program to over $100K invested in coaching, business strategy, andmindset, I'll walk you through every decision I made and how each one unlocked a new level of income, impact, and freedom.If you're a nurse who's tired of trading time for money and you know there's more waiting for you — this episode will show you what's truly possible.⏱️ Episode Timestamps:1:23 – The BTS of how much I have spent to build my biz. A full breakdown of every investment I made and how it reshaped my future.1:36 – Why the system is blocking your wealth. You're smart, capable, and built for more — but the system keeps you capped.2:17 – What People Get Wrong About investing moneyWhy saving won't make you wealthy, and what truly responsible investing looks like.6:44 – My Full Investment JourneyFrom $9K coaching to $100K+ invested — and what each step taught me.38:47 – The Total Investment TruthHow I turned over $100K of investments into $700K+ income (and growing).40:05 – How I have leveraged my investments to create the NPA. All the lessons, condensed into one step-by-step roadmap for nurses.FREE RESOURCESWant to start your own nurse-led business without burning out?Download the free Bedside to Business Roadmap – a step-by-step launch guide for nurses ready to build an online income stream DOWNLOAD HERECONNECT WITH ME

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From Acquisition to Now: Whitehouse Manor Project Update - #246 In this powerful episode of the Real Estate Reserve Podcast, Jason and Ian break down the full lifecycle of a major multifamily investment—the 76-unit Whitehouse Manor project in Baltimore, MD—a deal they've been involved in for the past 5 years. What started as a $5 million acquisition with 90% seller financing turned into a rollercoaster of refinancing, near-sales, market changes, and valuable lessons. From a missed $8.8M exit to today's valuation closer to $8.2M, they unpack what went right, what went wrong, and what's next.

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They call it a merchant cash advance. But for too many contractors, it turns into a daily drain that suffocates their margins, hijacks their receivables, and buries their future under layers of hidden costs and aggressive tactics.In this solo episode of The Mobilization Mindset, our CEO, Scott Peper, shares:- What MCAs really are - and why the “purchase of receivables” language is smoke and mirrors- How factor rates work (and how they disguise the true cost of borrowing)- How brokers mark up buy rates and pocket massive commissions - while you foot the bill- The math behind a typical MCA - and why a $100K loan might cost you $700K in revenue to repay- The trap of refinancing an MCA with another MCA (often by the same company in disguise)- The fine print that gives them the right to contact your customers - and seize your receivables- Why so many construction businesses don't make it out - and what you can do before you're stuckPlus, Scott shares real alternatives contractors should look at first - from community banks and SBA programs to factoring, purchase order financing, and work-in-progress lending.Whether you've taken an MCA, are considering one, or want to protect your business from falling into the same trap - this episode was made for you. We hope you enjoy it!

This week, our hosts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dave Bittner⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Joe Carrigan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Maria Varmazis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (also host of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠T-Minus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Space Daily show) are back sharing the latest in social engineering scams, phishing schemes, and criminal exploits that are making headlines. We've got some follow-up from listener Kajetan, who recalled a run-in with a scammer in Paris posing as a mute fundraiser—and says he performed a "miracle" by crossing out his name, prompting the supposedly mute woman to suddenly start yelling at him. Maria has the story on how small businesses in Toronto, like the family-run Souvlaki Hut and Pippins Tea Company, were shocked to discover that thieves exploited vulnerabilities in their point of sale terminals to issue themselves thousands in fraudulent refunds—exposing serious flaws in how these machines are secured. Dave's story is on a Stanford-led study that found popular AI therapy bots, including ChatGPT and commercial mental health platforms, often respond inappropriately to serious mental health issues—fueling delusions, validating harmful thoughts, and failing to follow basic therapeutic guidelines—raising urgent concerns about their use as replacements for human therapists. Joe follows the story on a sweeping federal investigation into Minnesota's Housing Stabilization Services program, where agents raided homes and businesses tied to an alleged multi-million-dollar Medicaid fraud scheme that exploited vulnerable residents and billed taxpayers for housing support services that were never provided. Our catch of the day is on a patient scammer who spent five months building trust before claiming to send a $700K inheritance payout locked in a lawsuit—complete with a fake video of a safe and a shady tracking number—only to demand €15,000 in "customs fees," a scam the Redditor thankfully saw through before handing over any money. Complete our annual ⁠⁠⁠audience survey⁠⁠⁠ before August 31. Resources and links to stories: ⁠AI therapy bots fuel delusions and give dangerous advice, Stanford study finds ‘It was a shock': Toronto business owner says customer used point of sale terminal to issue himself $2,000 refund KARE 11 Investigates: Federal agents raid homes & businesses seizing evidence in housing fraud investigation ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have a Catch of the Day you'd like to share? Email it to us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hackinghumans@n2k.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

He couldn't sell his £10K AI offer. Everyone loved it, but no one was buying. Every sales call ended the same way: “Let me think about it.” Adam Stott is the UK's go-to expert on starting, growing, and scaling service-led businesses. Dive in and watch as he unpacks the one strategic pivot that changed everything.

Where to find Corey Edmonds:My Service Robot: https://myservicerobot.comYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@coreyedmondsJoin Jonathon Henderson from Pressure Washing Marketing Pros as he sits down with Corey Edmonds—former owner of a $2.3 million exterior cleaning company and founder of My Service Robot—to talk automation, delegation, and the systems that separate chaos from scale.In this high-impact episode, Corey shares how he went from losing money in a $700K business at 21 to building and selling a multi-million dollar pressure washing company in Washington State. Now running one of the most respected automation firms for home service businesses, Corey gives you the blueprint to systemize everything—from lead follow-up and crew reminders to automated safety training and performance-based pay.If you're still on the truck or stuck chasing leads manually, this is your wake-up call. Corey breaks down what most pressure washers get wrong with CRMs like Jobber, Housecall Pro, and Markate—and how to fix it fast using the tools inside Go High Level and My Service Robot.Key topics covered in this episode include:✅ How Corey scaled from $0 to $2.3M with systems and automations✅ The most important automation every pressure washer needs✅ How to automate your hiring funnel from application to onboarding✅ Why automating training protects you (and saves thousands)✅ How to implement performance pay and drive technician accountability✅ The difference between an FSM and a true CRM✅ Why “I need more leads” is the wrong mindset✅ How to capture and convert every lead (without chasing them)✅ Tips for setting up follow-ups, review requests, and reactivation campaigns✅ What big companies do differently—and how you can replicate itCorey also shares how he built an entire training platform inside Go High Level, reduced admin hours across the board, and why automation is the most valuable employee you'll ever hire.

⚙️ Replace 10 tools. Raise millions. Scale on autopilot. This system does it all.   Vinney Chopra and Beau Eckstein share how Go High Level became their business backbone—replacing platforms like Kajabi, ClickFunnels, WordPress, and more. Vinney walks through how $700K was raised just from social media and follow-ups—all automated, all while he slept. Talk about ROI and ROT (Return on Time)!  

Join me as I chat with Yoann Pavy, the growth mastermind behind AI Apply and ex-Deliveroo & Depop head of growth.Timeline 00:00 – AI tooling's golden age (and why it's overwhelming) 00:31 – Introducing Yo, the “most gangster” consumer marketer I know 00:45 – What you'll learn: short‑form content, paid ads, automations 01:23 – Sponsor: Talent Fiber makes offshore hiring effortless 02:12 – Yo's creative AI spotlight: VO3 videos & gorilla vlogs 04:46 – Humans vs. AI avatars in paid videos (spoiler: humans still shine) 07:20 – Building your creator pyramid with Sideshift & Shortimize 10:00 – Automating code changes via “Jarvis” in Slack 14:38 – Scaling organic content: thousands of posts, not dozens 18:00 – Product‑channel fit: build the media first, product second 20:30 – Automating international growth: 20+ languages in weeks 24:00 – Filtering AI noise: focus on what's already working 27:15 – The biggest gap: corporate brands vs. startup agilityKey Points • AI creatives are exploding—VO3 videos hit millions of likes fast. • Human spontaneity still outperforms AI‑only videos—for now. • Slack‑based AI agents (“Jarvis”) deploy code, update copy, spin up PRs. • Automate localization: add new languages weekly without human translators. • Scale organic distribution by multiplying creators and formats. • Product‑first mindset flips: media channel drives features. • Startups win by sprinting on AI while corporates stall in red tape.Deep‑Dive SectionsCreative AI in Paid Ads Verdict:

Curious how nurse entrepreneurs actually pull off a six-figure launch?In this episode, I reveal the behind-the-scenes truth of my first $100K+ launch for the NursePreneur Academy in April 2025 — and it wasn't all smooth sailing.Forget the Instagram highlight reel. You'll hear exactly what went down:

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As a newly arrived immigrant from Turkey, Hamdi Ulukaya learned to be resourceful, determined, and even stubborn when he needed to be. All those traits would serve him well as he began to navigate the hairpin turns of building a yogurt business from the ground up. In 2005, Hamdi was running a small feta cheese business in upstate New York when he happened upon a piece of junk mail that would change his life: an ad for an abandoned yogurt factory...$700K, as is. He knew if he could get his hands on it, he could bring a new kind of dairy product to the U.S.—the thick, creamy yogurt he'd grown up eating in the mountains of Turkey. With the help of a local bank, Hamdi bought the factory, and sales grew so quickly that he could barely keep up. A few years later, some bad business decisions nearly pushed the company into bankruptcy, but today, Chobani is one of the most popular yogurt brands in the U.S; and Greek-style yogurt has become a staple of the dairy aisle.This episode was produced by Josh Lash with music composed by Ramtin Arablouei. It was edited by Neva Grant with research help from Claire Murashima.You can follow HIBT on Twitter & Instagram, and email us at hibt@id.wondery.com. Sign up for Guy's free newsletter at guyraz.com and on Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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

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Bitcoin Universe: Daily Update | Tuesday, July 8, 2025The top 3 Bitcoin updates you need to know — every weekday, in under 3 minutes — to make your next move with confidence.1. BlackRock's Spot Bitcoin ETF Surpasses 700K BTC2. Dormant Wallets Move 80K BTC After 14 Years3. Whales Dump 500K BTC Over the Past Year

Discover how a $700K insurance claim transformed into an astonishing $3M payout!

Your hosts Mark Anderson, Sharon Cowan CBSE, and Ed Selkow tackle one of the hardest parts of scaling a cleaning company: finding and developing the right manager who truly has your back.Whether you're doing $700K or crossing $3 million in revenue, you'll eventually hit the wall where your existing team just can't take you to the next level. This episode breaks down when to bring in outside leadership, what it really costs, and how to avoid the expensive mistakes so many owners make.

What do you get when you combine a passion for service, a pivot to medicine, and a mastery of money? In this episode, Army doctor Pritish Sahoo breaks down how he leveraged military programs to fund $700K in education—and built a real estate empire along the way. Topics Covered: Pivot from engineering to medicine Navigating the HPSP (Health Professions Scholarship Program) and USUHS paths Real numbers: military pays, stipends, bonuses, and educational benefits available to military doctors Financial edge of military medicine vs. civilian practice Real estate investing as a service member: lessons, wins, and close calls Using the GI Bill and TSP (Thrift Savings Plan) strategically Building a $5M financial independence goal Advice for young officers and enlisted members starting their wealth journey How mentors and books shaped his approach to money and meaning

Aaron Spivak co-founded Hush, turning a weighted blanket into a Kickstarter smash and selling to Sleep Country for eight figures - all before his 26th birthday. He joins Jeff to unpack the real juice behind:Filling Your Four Buckets – his health / friends & family / business / integrity frameworkGiving Before You Take – the counter-intuitive first rule powering his invite-only Founders ClubCooling the Market – How hundreds of customer calls flipped Hush from summer slump to record-breaking demandStory > Specs – how truly speaking to their audience turned their Dragons' Den pitch into Canadian TV loreReps, Results, Reality Checks – why Aaron treats entrepreneurship like a full-contact sport..and how Aaron Spivak Sold Hush, but kept his soul.Chapters0:00 Intro “Everything is war”1:24 Why Founders Club exists & who it's for4:36 The first rule of Founders' Club and the “give first” philosophy 5:48 Defining a “successful founder” - The Four Buckets of Life 7:59 The loneliness factor & why community beats the island 10:28 Storytelling, customer calls & the $4,000 runway 14:42 "Make it cooling!” - the hundred call insight 17:33 Kickstarter blows up: $700K to $10M 19:59 “People buy magic” - best story wins philosophy 22:24 Vulnerability, emotion & why design alone can't win 26:51 Dragons' Den prep: spray-tan mishaps & thousands of reps 33:00 Business as war: Kobe, LeBron, and out-working talent 35:03 Right reps vs. first reps - tailoring for your stage 38:58 Momentum, niche audiences & getting the right views 44:08 The Range Rover promise to mom - entrepreneurship's best payoff 49:24 Launching the Founder-to-Founder podcast (and the “double-F” hat) 51:33 How to join Founders Club, - cities, retreats and more 53:12 Outro & Jeff's CTAUseful LinksFind the Founders Club: https://www.foundersclubofficial.com/Connect with Aaron Spivak: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-spivak1/Connect with Jeff Abracen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/Connect with Jeff Abracen on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffabracen/]If you are or know a disruptive influencer who would make a great guest, we'd love to hear from you. Every Like, Share, Subscription and Review means a lot.Cover art by Daniel DevoyMusic by Stephen Voyce©2024 The Disruptive Influence Podcast - Jeff Abracen

How do you bounce back from jail, rock bottom, and losing everything? In this raw and transformative episode of The Root of All Success, Jason Duncan sits down with Vikram Deol, a former top-producing real estate agent turned sales mentor and mindset coach, who shares how he turned personal crisis into powerful transformation. After building a $250M real estate portfolio and then losing it all—plus 30 days in jail—Vikram rebuilt his life and business through vulnerability, inner work, and creating TRIS, his signature Trust-Rapport-Influence-Sales framework that's now used by top-performing agents and teams around the world.

“You can't sue in the company's shoes. You're not coming in good faith!”___ShopCo had two 50% shareholders, P and D. Each of P and D were Cos. P's dir and D's dir were the dirs of ShopCo. ShopCo owned a retail centre with a possible value of ~$53m: [2], [3], [57]The dirs had a falling out: [3]D provided property services to ShopCo, with P's knowledge The arrangement was longstanding, but not reduced to writing: [5]Some of the services D provided were managing tenants, negotiating leases, collecting rent etc for ShopCo: [6]P alleged this work was real estate agent work and, as D was not a real estate agent, any commission should be repaid to ShopCo as a debt: [7] - [9]P sought leave to bring a claim pursuant to s237 leave to sue D for ~$700K it received on the above basis: [11], [12]Derivative action criteria (a) (will the Co bring the claim?), (d) (is there a serious question?), and (e) (notice requirements) were all met: [15]It remained for the Court to consider (b) (good faith), and (c) (best interests of ShopCo): [15](There is, with respect, a useful summary of some relevant derivative actions principles at [18] - [29])P's dir and D's dir ran similar developments together in the past. Their enmity appeared to arise from disagreements about other projects: [45], [46]Attempts were made by P and P's dir to cause ShopCo to pursue its alleged claims against D. Those attempts failed: [47], [48]In relation to the best interests test, the Court considered no decision was necessary due to a conclusion P was not coming in good faith: [61]In doing so, the Court considered the proportionality of the sum potentially claimed from D (~$700K) alongside the possibility of some costs being unrecoverable in any action (due to not being real estate agent work): [59]In considering good faith, the Court noted a successful applicant must show (a) honest belief in the cause of action's prospects, and (b) an absence of collateral purpose: [62]The Court gave 11 reasons (or perhaps up to 13: [66], [67]) for finding P did not come in good faith.Those included: (i) P put forward no basis for P's belief in the prospects of the claim, nor any legal advice on that point, (ii) there were real risks in the proceedings, (iii) a strong argument that D provided services at cost (i.e. for no benefit) was not addressed by P, (iv) the cost estimate of the proposed litigation was $500K for a possible $700K benefit, and (v) there was no suggestion of any defect in the services provided by D: [65]P's proposed course would see $500K in costs for a $700K return that would arise only if P's submission that ALL work done by D was “real estate agent work” succeeded. A commercial return required complete success for P. This pointed away from good faith: [67]Having found the P did not meet the good faith requirement, leave was not granted: [72]___Please follow James d'Apice, Coffee and a Case Note, and Gravamen on your favourite platform!#auslaw #coffeeandacasenotewww.gravamen.com.au

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Jordan Griffie & Calvin Blankenship sifted through 400+ deals, raised $700K in just 10 days, and bought a multi-revenue stream distillery. This episode is the full blueprint—from finding the right partner to structuring the perfect first acquisition.Get in touch:www.vetsandvalor.comwww.valorpeakdistillery.comJordan Griffie: @j0rdangriffCalvin Blankenship: @calvin_blankenship_Want To Quit Your Job In The Next 6-18 Months Through Buying Commercial Real Estate & Small Businesses?

223: In this episode, I sit down with Luke Smith—land investor, and now commercial dealmaker—who shares how he's evolved from flipping rural land to orchestrating massive deals in high-traffic retail locations. Luke breaks down how he took a $127K purchase and turned it into a $700K sale by leveraging buyer demand, traffic data, and reverse deal engineering.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/223)We cover how land investors can pivot into commercial real estate by targeting QSRs, self-storage, and more, without relying solely on comps or traditional valuations. If you're looking to expand your real estate strategy beyond the basics, this episode is packed with actionable insights and game-changing tactics.

Can you really cashflow in high-cost areas like the DC metro? Most say no—but Tim Hunt says "ABSOLUTELY".In this rerun of one of our most impactful episodes, Chris sits down with Tim Hunt, a cybersecurity professional and family man who cracked the code on house hacking in expensive markets—all while working a 9-5.What you'll learn:The biggest challenges and hidden wins in house hackingHow to legally convert a single-family or townhome into a profitable multi-unit rentalCreative ways to generate cash flow in metro areas where the numbers usually don't workWhy your 9-5 job might be the best funding partner for your investing goalsHow Tim used this strategy to grow his net worth to $700K without quitting his jobIf you've ever felt stuck between a full-time job and your investing goals, this episode is your blueprint for how to make both work—especially in markets that "shouldn't" cashflow.Reach out to Tim directly: timothyhhunt@gmail.comReach out to Chris directly:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ChrisCraddockBusiness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/craddrock/RESOURCES: 

For the second time in three years, the School District of Philadelphia was defrauded out of hundreds of thousands of dollars. What's really going on?

Olivia Landau, Co-Founder and CEO of The Clear Cut—the largest digitally native natural diamond jewelry company in the United States—shares how a side hustle selling engagement rings through Instagram DMs transformed into a $100M company. Despite being dismissed by venture capitalists and warned by her family not to become an entrepreneur, Olivia Landau chose to bet on herself. Alongside her then-boyfriend (now husband and co-founder), Kyle, she took a leap of faith, walking away from the safe path and rejecting startup “best practices” that didn't feel aligned. Instead of following the noise, she doubled down on what felt right: human connection, deep education, craftsmanship, and building slow and intentionally. Her voice is a powerful reminder of what can happen when you block out the noise, trust your gut, and build your way—even when everyone says you're doing it wrong.   Key Takeaways and Topics: How The Clear Cut started as an educational blog and Instagram side hustle Olivia's generational roots in the diamond industry and how that shaped her approach The myths around lab-grown vs. natural diamonds—and why she refuses to sell lab-created stones Fundraising rejection: Why no VCs would invest and how they raised $700K from angels and customers instead The Clear Cut's breakthrough moment during the pandemic and how their custom-built tech scaled the business Why “unscalable” things are worth doing first The emotional toll and impostor syndrome that come with fundraising and startup leadership How Olivia navigates being a new mom, co-founder, and CEO Debunking ethical misconceptions about natural diamonds—and why the real story matters Why having a personal brand and showing your face on social media can be a competitive advantage Her advice to aspiring founders: Don't wait for perfection, just take the first step   Disclaimer: Olivia shares her view that natural diamonds can be more ethical than lab-grown alternatives. This is a nuanced topic; what is “ethical” depends on your values. Natural diamonds may support economies like Botswana's, while lab-grown stones produced with renewable energy may appeal to those prioritizing environmental impact. Some stats shared from memory have been clarified: Diamonds make up 25–30% of Botswana's GDP, not 80% as mentioned (that figure refers to exports). Diamond revenues fund free primary education, subsidized secondary education, and universal healthcare in Botswana. While “stipends” aren't standard, the government provides scholarships and financial support to students and select groups. We've included these clarifications to support informed decision-making.   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 Olivia and The Clear Cut Her Ig: https://www.instagram.com/olivialandau  The Clear Cut: https://www.instagram.com/theclearcut  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, diamond industry, The Clear Cut, venture capital, scaling a startup, personalized luxury, ethical sourcing, tech, jewelry, women founder, e-commerce, working with a partner, motherhood, impostor syndrome, custom jewelry, resilience, lab-grown diamonds, natural diamonds, storytelling, brand building

How do you consistently drive $700K+ average billings across a 23-person team?In this episode, Adrien from Lead Group breaks down the five key pillars behind their high-performance model.From outsourcing and automation to training, marketing, and mindset.Whether you're scaling a team or looking to improve consultant output, this is packed with practical strategies and bold thinking you won't want to miss.Connect with Adrien here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianbyra/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/isJCahdGbG0-------------------------Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below:Job Adder: Check Out Job Adder & Claim Your Exclusive Offer HereSourcewhale - Check Out Sourcewhale & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.Raise - Check Out Raise & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.-------------------------Extra Stuff:Learn more about our online skills development platform Hector here: https://bit.ly/47hsaxeJoin 4,000+ other recruiters levelling up their skills with our Limitless Learning Newsletter here: https://limitless-learning.thisishector.com/subscribe-------------------------Get in touch:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/-------------------------

Episode 76: Jerrod "J-Rod" Sullivan. If you're a drummer, chances are you've seen J-Rod pop up in your feed. He's one of the most exciting drummers to watch, and now he's holding down the drum chair for Janet Jackson. From uploading his first drum video to YouTube back in 2006 to building an audience of over 700,000 followers, J-Rod is living proof that consistency and passion pay off. We get into everything from his early days playing in church to building an online community of over 700K+ followers with his drum videos and how he creates them. We talk about staying consistent while on the road, and why authenticity is everything. Plus, we go deep into the Janet Jackson gig, talking about how it came together from a DM and the sacrifice he took dedicating 2 months to turn this Janet Jackson opportunity into a closed deal. I had to find out how in the world he plays the infamous “Control” drum fill, his gear setups, how he makes his social media videos (both the cameras, the audio, and the process), creating drumless tracks with the Moises app, his band The 4 Korners, staying sharp, and why it pays to act as if you already got the gig. J-Rod came through to my hotel room in Las Vegas to link up the next day after his show with Janet Jackson. I went to the show and it was incredible. After the show, we went out with Zedd until 5 a.m., and the next morning he went straight to AMA rehearsals with Janet, then soundcheck at Resorts World with Janet, then to my hotel room to do the interview, and then straight to his show with Janet that night. We were running on fumes for this convo, which made it fun in it's own way. We dive into his story, his viral rise, how he landed the Janet gig, and so much more. Here's my conversation with the incredible, Jerrod "J-Rod" Sullivan! (0:00) INTRO (01:17) THE JANET JACKSON LAS VEGAS SHOW (02:37) ZEDD (03:20) STARTING OUT, JROD'S SOCIAL MEDIA PAGE (06:30) J-ROD'S DRUM TONE (07:20) HOW GETTING NOTICED CHANGED J-ROD (08:27) VIDEO CREATION PROCESS (11:07) DECISIVENESS (13:26) DRUMLESS TRACKS (13:56) HOME RECORDING RIG (15:11) HOW TO MAKE TRACKS DRUMLESS (16:11) PARAMORE'S "AIN'T IT FUN" COVER (17:06) GAINING TRACTION OVER 10 YEARS (18:43) GETTING THE GIG WITH JANET JACKSON (34:19) OFFICIALLY GETTING THE GIG WITH JANET (36:24) REHEARSALS WITH JANET JACKSON (40:42) "CONTROL" DRUM FILL (43:41) MEETING JANET JACKSON AT REHEARSALS (46:40) LIFE RIGHT NOW AND WHAT'S NEXT (50:17) WHO SHOULD BE ON THE PODCAST?  Here's the Jimmy Jam Videos that were referenced in the video: Jimmy Jam Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VQgpr2WNM0&t=3894s Jimmy Jam Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2R4utgYvHdY&t=2305s Flyte Tyme Studios Tour with Jimmy Jam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=updSUi65UvI&t=1266s ‘Go with Elmo Lovano' is a weekly podcast where Elmo interviews creatives and entrepreneurs in music on HOW they push forward every day, got where they are in their careers, manage their personal lives, and share lessons learned and their most important insights. Please SUBSCRIBE / FOLLOW this podcast to catch new episodes as soon as they drop! Your likes, comments and shares are much appreciated!   Listen to the audio form of this podcast wherever you get your podcasts: https://elmolovano.komi.io/ Follow J-Rod: https://www.instagram.com/jrodsullivan/ Follow Go With Elmo: https://www.instagram.com/gowithelmo/ https://www.tiktok.com/@gowithelmo https://x.com/gowithelmopod Follow Elmo Lovano: https://Instagram.com/elmolovano https://x.com/elmolovano Follow Jammcard: https://jammcard.komi.io/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacpJtZKkl1AgBAffAQ4GRhL3aVKuKHJ704aJuBkalXXThdDCOiRye8RjcHTKQ_aem_o5GVeQoM7Kb3ykDhqwZbtA

Still stuck in the day-to-day grind even though you're making six figures? You're not alone — and more importantly, it's not your fault. Scaling to seven figures isn't about hustling harder… it's about knowing exactly what to focus on at every stage of business. In this training, I'm sharing my proven roadmap to go from $100K to $1M using the Well-Oiled Operations™ Framework — the same one that helped one of our brick-and-mortar clients finally break through her $700K plateau and surpass the million-dollar mark (while taking Fridays off!). 

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In this episode, I sit down with Patrick Dunn, Executive Director of the International Pemphigus and Pemphigoid Foundation (IPPF) I walk you through exactly how I would pitch donors if I was looking to pick up an additional 200k in funding. What you'll learn in this episode:Why storytelling and donor connection matter more than fancy techThe biggest pain points in donor stewardship—and how Patrick is thinking about improving itWhat Patrick believes is possible with their top donors if they had better systems and stronger asksA live role-play of a real donor conversation (yes, Patrick practices a pitch on the fly!)Messaging that moves donors into deeper giving (without pressure)I loved this conversation with Patrick because it shows the heart of what fundraising should be: human, values-driven, and impact-focused. It's not about being perfect—it's about making the ask and building real relationships. If you're wondering how to inspire major gifts even without a big team or budget, this episode will give you ideas (and courage).Do you need to make bolder asks, but you have to figure out what the heck you're going to say? I have a free gift for you. Go to JulieOrdonez. com and get my free donor scripts cheat sheet. You'll get the exact words I've used to raise 50 million from individuals. If you are in a season where you need to grow exponentially, check out my new program, Million Dollar VIP and see if it's right for you: https://julieordonez.com/million Get on the waitlist to the join the next cohort of the CourageLab today! https://julieordonez.com/waitlistMusic credit: With the Flow by Fin ProductionsA Podcast Launch Bestie production

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Jonathon Taylor recounts how Fyre Festival's Billy McFarland scammed him out of $700K while they were both behind bars. #PrisonScam #FyreFestival #TrueCrime #FraudExposed #InmateLife #CriminalDeception #Scammed #MoneyGone Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Buy Merch: https://convictclothing.net/collections/convict-clothing-x-ian-bick Timestamps: 00:00:00 Introduction and Background of John 00:05:20 Growing Up with an Overbearing Father 00:10:40 Early Work Ethic and Love for Business 00:15:43 Friendships in Prison 00:20:51 Life in a Crack Hotel: A Personal Journey 00:26:04 Presidential Pardons and January 6 Impact 00:31:09 Understanding Human Trafficking Conspiracy Laws 00:36:37 From Card Games to Courtroom Drama 00:41:21 Life and Relationships in Prison 00:46:22 Prison Economy and Currency 00:51:23 Meeting Billy McFarland in Prison 00:56:41 The Story of Billy's Release and Relocation 01:01:54 Financial Missteps and Trust Issues 01:07:07 The Intriguing Case of Billy McFarland 01:11:54 Lessons from Bernie Madoff: Investor Mistakes 01:16:38 Personal Growth and Emotional Self-Discovery 01:21:42 Reflecting on Shared Experiences Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luke Harries is Head of Growth at ElevenLabs, where he leads marketing, product, engineering, and developer experience. ElevenLabs has raised $281M with the latest round pricing the company at $3.3B valuation. Previously, Luke held roles at PostHog and Microsoft, and is also an angel investor supporting startups like Lovable and Runna. In Today's Episode We Discuss: 00:00 – The $3.3B Growth Engine Behind ElevenLabs 04:55 – Why Luke Said “No” to Investing in ElevenLabs (and Why He Was Wrong) 15:40 – How ElevenLabs Makes a Horizontal Product Strategy Work 20:15 – How to Build Sharded Growth Teams That Actually Scale 26:30 – The 7-Part Launch Playbook That Gets 700K+ Views Per Product 33:00 – The Truth About CAC, Payback, and Performance Marketing in AI 39:05 – SEO Isn't Dead: The Mini-Tool Strategy You Should Steal 44:10 – Kill Your Inbound SDRs—The Case for Voice AI in Sales 48:40 – Why You Don't Need PMs and the Rise of Growth-Led Product Teams  

Drex covers three critical cybersecurity stories in healthcare: Kettering Health Network's ransomware crisis affecting 14 hospitals with patient data at risk, a landmark $700,000 civil penalty against Breach Forums founder Connor Fitzpatrick, and the release of Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) 2.0 with enhanced breach monitoring capabilities. Stay informed on the latest healthcare security threats and solutions.Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid X: This Week Health LinkedIn: This Week Health Donate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Welcome to Season 5 of There Are No Girls on the Internet We're kicking things off with a powerful and timely conversation. Bridget speaks with activist, entrepreneur and creator Kiandria Demone, the visionary behind the viral #SquareUpForJustice campaign. After a white woman in Minnesota hurled a racial slur at a 5-year-old Black child and then raised nearly $1 million online, Kiandria stepped up to challenge the systems that made it possible. Her campaign holds payment platforms accountable for enabling and profiting from hate. In this episode, Kiandria explains why this isn’t just a race issue—it’s a tech accountability issue. She shares how her digital activism is helping expose and shut down racist profiteering, and what it means to find strength in online communities during heavy times. . . Support Kiandria’s campaign: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-5n3WUw13NYEe6VVOh03x8goGZb9fd_04nERHz4vzaI/edit?tab=t.0 Check out the cool items in Kiandria's shop: https://femmefindsatl.com/ Follow us for original videos, infographics, and content throughout the week:Instagram: @BridgetMarieInDCTikTok: @BridgetMarieInDCYouTube: @ThereAreNoGirlsOnTheInternet . . Whether you’ve been listening for years or are just joining us, thank you for spending your time with us. We’d love to hear what you think—email us at hello@tangoti.com. New this season: We’re releasing two episodes each week—feature interviews on Tuesdays and tech news roundups on Fridays. Be sure to catch both.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2006, J-rod uploaded his first Youtube video, receiving positive feedback that reinforced his belief in using his musical talent to educate and inspire others. Committed to honing his craft, J-rod enrolled in the Atlanta Institute of Music, graduating in 2012, and later joined The 4 Korners band in 2013. With a growing online community of over 700K+ followers, J-rod's brand transcends his talent, drawing in aspiring and talented musicians with his style, methods, and dedication.Currently serving as the drummer for Janet Jackson, Jeffrey Osborne, and The 4 Korners, J-rod continues to make waves in the music industry through his passion and dedication. Adapting to his first big pop gig coming from the jazz fusion world Being told to go for it “in show mode” for his audition video Adjusting to the smaller box of a pop gig and still finding ways to be himself How this live gig is improving his session playing Learning to navigate the infrastructure of a big tour Ways to have the compensation conversation Here's our Patreon Here's our Youtube Here's our Homepage

The Unabomber was worried about technology and it's impact on us humans. Seems like his concerns weren't unwarranted. Is Scott Bessent seriously discussing screwing US bondholders and defaulting on the debt?  Trump memecoins are making people MILLIONS! Well...58 people are making millions. The other 700K+ people are losing. This is corruption and would be obvious to MAGA if the "other" guy was doing it.

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If your Reels are tanking, your growth is crawling, and your strategy is still stuck in 2021… you're not alone. Most coaches and creators are making a handful of simple—but costly—mistakes that are crushing their Instagram performance and leaving money on the table. In this episode of the Expert Edge, Colin sits down with Instagram growth expert and co-founder of InstaclubHub, Brock Johnson, to unpack what's actually working right now on the platform—and what's flat-out killing your growth. With over 700K followers and a multi-7-figure business built on Instagram, Brock brings the data, the strategy, and a whole lot of clarity. You'll learn: Why your Reels aren't getting seen (and what to change right away). The most underused Instagram features that boost engagement without burning out. How to design a 30-day Instagram strategy that drives leads and converts followers into buyers. If you've ever felt like you're playing catch-up with the algorithm or wasting hours creating content that flops, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to post with purpose. Check out Brock's training, membership, and Instagram resources here: colinboyd.co/brockFollow Brock on Instagram: @brock11johnson Discover how to authentically connect with your audience & fill your programs with a Conversion Story. https://www.conversionstoryformula.com Hit the "Follow" button so you don't miss an episode! Love this podcast? Write a review and give it a 5-star rating!  For all the show notes and links: https://www.expertedgepodcast.com/blog/episode268 Connect with Colin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colinboyd/  

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Emma (39) and Dave (39) make $258,000 a year—but they're stuck in a toxic money dynamic. She built a financial plan during maternity leave. He didn't believe her. Now, they're battling over trust, $50K in debt, and whether they can afford a $700K house. With conflicting money roles—she's the anxious planner, he's the passive skeptic—they can't move forward. In this episode, Ramit breaks down their “chaser/avoider” dynamic, the emotional cost of skepticism, and how to finally create a shared vision. This episode is brought to you by: Stamps.com | Sign up at https://stamps.com/ramit for a special offer that includes a 4-week trial, plus free postage, and a free digital scale. Trust & Will | Protect what matters most in minutes at https://trustandwill.com/ramit and get 20% off plus free shipping. Fabric by Gerber Life | Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at https://meetfabric.com/ramit. LMNT | Right now, LMNT is offering 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors. Get yours at https://drinklmnt.com/RAMIT DeleteMe | If you want to get your personal information removed from the web, go to https://joindeleteme.com/ramit for 20% off. Links mentioned in this episode • Order my new book: Money for Couples Connect with Ramit • Get Money Coaching with Ramit • Download the Conscious Spending Plan • Listen to my book—now on Audible • Get my New York Times best-selling book • Get my no-numbers journal • Other episodes • Instagram • Twitter • YouTube If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.